Project Snowball- Slow build

[Claytona08]

Progress is looking good. I know how you feel about the pics not doing it justice. That's why I took an HD video and posted it to YouTube!

[rs74]

I need to get my rear in gear. I have to get the rubber strips cut so I can install my fuel tanks and get the lines hooked up. I need to get this done and the rear wiring ran before I put the cab and bed on. I have been waiting on the shop to get the cab and bed done for so long I forgot about this little stuff. It's in the other side of my pole barn and I don't get on that side very much. Out of site out of mind I guess. Time to hop to it.

[rs74]

I really need to get back out to the garage but I just don't feel like it. I still have to mount the drivers fuel tank and run my wiring back for the bed. I am supposed to take the frame tomorrow to the shop and we are going to set the cab and bed on so I can bring it home. However we are supposed to get some snow tonight so not sure how that is going to play out yet. Really don't want to load it up and bring it home in all that crap. I guess I am going to have to make myself get up and get out there. All I want to do is lay down and sleep right now.

[Claytona08]

Did you ever get your frame to the shop?

[rs74]

It is on the trailer now getting ready to go there. Has to stop for breakfast first. He is only an 1/8 of a mile from where I am at. Had to load the frame myself and do some last minute things to it first.

[rs74]

Finally got it home. Had to finish putting all new rubber hose to connect the tanks to the transfer valve. Put the new cab mount bushings in and mounted the cab and bed.

Took me a little bit this morning as I had to push the frame up on the trailer myself. I got it done though. The cold weather really had me dragging my feet though. I need to see what I owe the shop before I go forward with anything else. There is some interior pieces that I want to buy from a member here but need to see where I am at and also waiting to hear back from shipping quotes. Burb buckets, console and dash. Hopefully every thing works in my favor. Will probably be buying some fatmat and doing the floors, back wall and maybe the roof. Atleast I can start putting everything back in under the dash.

[rs74]

I also noticed a crease in the bed on the passenger side. I guess I must of never noticed it since it was all sanded primer. I am going to have to ask about it though. Since it has that white paint on it the crease really sticks out.

[Claytona08]

I know the feeling man. I dropped off my dash and panels at the upholstery shop but am going to wait to see how much it is before I drop off the seat, lol. He gave me a quote on the seat but is charging me by the hour on the dash and panels. He said for custom work he charges by the hour and not the job. I just ordered the fat mat earlier this week and should be receiving it tomorrow. I'll send you a couple pictures once I get it installed.

[naphtali5725]

looks like you're making progress, i'm trying to get jump started on mine... dang weather makes it hard though, keep it up man!

[rs74]

Originally Posted by naphtali5725

looks like you're making progress, i'm trying to get jump started on mine... dang weather makes it hard though, keep it up man!

Man I am telling you what, this weather sucks. -20 wind chills here the last few days and atleast for a couple more days. But even when it warms up it is still to cold to get out and do anything. I have a diesel fired torpedo heater that gets the garage nice and toasty but it gets expensive fast. Looking forward to you getting back on yours and seeing some pics. We'll all get there, just a day at a time.

[rs74]

I think I am about ready to pull the trigger on some interior pieces from a board member. 90 burb captians seats, console, dash and seat belts. Also thinking about the overhead console in it too. I will have to get the brackets from a burb and weld in. Then I can order some FatMat. Here are a few pics of look I am thinking about.

[rs74]

Not that I will be able to put them on for a while but got my wheel well moldings in today. Not bad for less than $40 for the trim.

[rs74]

Originally Posted by Claytona08

I know the feeling man. I dropped off my dash and panels at the upholstery shop but am going to wait to see how much it is before I drop off the seat, lol. He gave me a quote on the seat but is charging me by the hour on the dash and panels. He said for custom work he charges by the hour and not the job. I just ordered the fat mat earlier this week and should be receiving it tomorrow. I'll send you a couple pictures once I get it installed.

After I pay my bill at the bodyshop it might take some time to build some funds again as I am at the end of what I have now. It may have to set for awhile but at least it is back home and I don't have to wonder about it.

I am kind of anxious to see how your interior comes out for you. The vision sounds promising.

[Claytona08]

Man that interior should look pretty sweet in your truck. One day I plan to get some buckets but I'm going to stick with the bench seat until my two boys are grown.

[rs74]

Getting the final details ironed out on the interior so hopefully it can get shipped here soon. Then I can get started mounting the seat so I can get the FatMat ordered and layed down.

[rs74]

Nothing to report. Just wish this dang cold weather would move out. Just too cold to go out and work on the truck and cost too much to keep running diesel through the heater.

On a plus note. I am sending payment on my seats, consoles,dash, etc. tomorrow. Member Crewcabshorty got all the parts in boxes and ready to ship. Just have to get payment to him so they can ship. Then at least I can start laying out the interior a little.

Until then.

[rs74]

Just seen this today. This is the truck that I am basing my paint scheme off of. After going through all the pics of this truck that is for sale now I think I will have a nicer truck. Not knocking the truck by any means it just looks like it did not receive a full resto. Not real enthused on how the interior is in this one. They have one hell of a price on it too. I think the thing that makes this truck different is that it has an LS in it. So here is a link to it.

http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...64048188&Log=0

[Claytona08]

Wow, that is a beautiful truck but 22,500 seems a little steep! I'm ready to see your interior installed.

[naphtali5725]

that price does seem steep... but, i thought about it, and i have about 10 grand in JUST my engine/tranny/rear for my truck...
about a grand for all stainless bolts etc.

thats not even counting ANY lowering stuff, brakes, rotors, rims, tires, paint, primer, radiator, fluids, cables, lines, fuel tanks,
as you all know, the list can go on and on...

so i can see how it adds up...

[rs74]

Originally Posted by naphtali5725

that price does seem steep... but, i thought about it, and i have about 10 grand in JUST my engine/tranny/rear for my truck...
about a grand for all stainless bolts etc.

thats not even counting ANY lowering stuff, brakes, rotors, rims, tires, paint, primer, radiator, fluids, cables, lines, fuel tanks,
as you all know, the list can go on and on...

so i can see how it adds up...

I do agree with the cost can add up in a hurry. I have a small fortune in mine already. I just think compared to what I am doing to mine and what has been done to that one, I am liking mine more at this point in time. Not trying to be biased but I have seen the build thread on this truck and don't believe the builder had done all the stuff I have to mine up to this point leading me to fell better about mine. Don't get me wrong I would take it. especially with the LS in it.

[naphtali5725]

Originally Posted by rs74

I do agree with the cost can add up in a hurry. I have a small fortune in mine already. I just think compared to what I am doing to mine and what has been done to that one, I am liking mine more at this point in time. Not trying to be biased but I have seen the build thread on this truck and don't believe the builder had done all the stuff I have to mine up to this point leading me to fell better about mine. Don't get me wrong I would take it. especially with the LS in it.

i'm thinking i like mine better too

[rs74]

Originally Posted by naphtali5725

i'm thinking i like mine better too

Glad to see that you are back on the board posting again.

[naphtali5725]

Originally Posted by rs74

Glad to see that you are back on the board posting again.

i'm still around still piddling on my truck here and there, i'm kinda hamstrung with the cold weather... it's cold under those shade trees LOL

[LT7A]

I got intrigued on this side discussion. My first car was in 71 Cutlass S and I've kept it. I also think it would be fun to build an 80s G-Body at some point. SCOTI, I like how your Malibu sits and rs74 both the Monte and the white Cutlass with the red interior and T-tops look really cool. Got to say, I am glad to see you're back on the truck though.

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by LT7A

I got intrigued on this side discussion. My first car was in 71 Cutlass S and I've kept it. I also think it would be fun to build an 80s G-Body at some point. SCOTI, I like how your Malibu sits and rs74 both the Monte and the white Cutlass with the red interior and T-tops look really cool. Got to say, I am glad to see you're back on the truck though.

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