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03-28-2006, 04:05 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Charlotte, NC
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Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
Hey all. This site is awesome. As soon as I came across it, I had to join.
I have a '71 Cheyenne Longbed. It's been restored once about 12 years ago by a guy in California (where the truck originates), but needs it again. I consider myself a moderately capable wrencher, with tools & ability to change or repair external parts such as brakes, starters, alternators, power steering pumps, etc. However, when it comes to things like electrical, upholstery, or pulling engines, rear ends, etc., I don't really have the equipment or know-how. So some things I will be able to do myself, others I will definitely need help with. I'm basically looking for two things to get started: One is a local shop or Chevy truck club in Charlotte NC that might help me with the restoration. The other would be some advice on where to start. Immediate needs are rear brakes & drums, front rotors, turn signal cam, and lots of electrical work (the wiring is original). I welcome any suggestions. Also, if there is already a thread on how to get started with a restoration project, please direct me to it. I looked around and found tons of individual projects that will be helpful, but first I think I need some overall advice. Thanks in advance for any advice offered! Last edited by Bildo; 03-29-2006 at 02:45 PM. |
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03-28-2006, 04:27 PM
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Designated A-hole!
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: South Mississippi
Posts: 36,448
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
Welcome to the board from South Mississippi! Go to our FAQ Submissions page and find my Index thread. There's a link to a discussion on restoration that a lot of folks gave input on. It's pretty good reading.
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03-28-2006, 04:49 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Charlotte, NC
Posts: 5
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
Thanks Krue for organizing the info into categories. That will be a great source as I go through my restoration. Is it possible to collect or save threads into my profile so I don't have to go looking for them? From what I can tell there are hundreds.
Thanks again! |
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03-28-2006, 06:07 PM
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Gone Fishing
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135
Posts: 12,361
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
Welcome to the board from Texas
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68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop  Frame of resto has been started2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616 |
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03-28-2006, 07:42 PM
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The LuvShack Garage
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side)
Posts: 30,468
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
 2 THE BOARD FROM W. TN 
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03-28-2006, 08:00 PM
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Post Whore
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: Owensboro KY
Posts: 11,905
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
from KY!
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Drew '71 Chevy 350/TH350 Hugger Orange Currently just a rolling frame, body work soon to follow!!! Check out my Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=212927 Daily Driver: 1997 Chevrolet S-10 with more gears than pistons 
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03-29-2006, 09:39 PM
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Born To Lose Club
 
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Calgary, Alberta/Oxenden, Ontario, Great White North
Posts: 13,307
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
Welcome To The Board!
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Brian Smith  - "Born To Lose"1969 Chevrolet K10 LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 22 Yrs - 1 of 208 Built & Sold In Canada!- 283 V8/350TH/NP208, 2" All Spring Lift, 32" Good Year MT/R's. 1972 GMC K2500 Custom LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 3 Yrs - 1 of 571 Built & Sold In Canada! - 350 V8/SM465/NP205, 4” Rough Country Lift, 33” Interco TSL Thornbirds 2007.5 GMC Sierra SLE 2500HD 4x4 - Proud Owner For 17 Yrs- 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel/Allison 1000, 2" Lift, 33" Mickey Thompson MTZ's. 2008 Yamaha Raptor 700r - Proud Owner For 15 Yrs - ITP Mud Lites. 2015 John Deere 1025R - Proud Owner For 8 Yrs - 24HP Diesel/H120/54D/260B/SB1154. |
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03-29-2006, 10:49 PM
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Short, Fleet, Slammed, V8 Club
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Kingsport,TN
Posts: 450
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
Welcome from TN
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03-31-2006, 03:47 AM
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A little east of nowhere
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: LaBroquerie,Manitoba Canada
Posts: 168
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
Welcome from Canada center.
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04-09-2006, 09:33 PM
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Where's my beer?
Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: I live in the state of denial....
Posts: 5,620
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
to the forum from PA! 
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04-10-2006, 02:07 PM
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Account Suspended
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: ** THE FALL GUY **CHICAGO IL
Posts: 5,883
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
welcome to the board..i might have chose a different name...markdo
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04-13-2006, 05:57 AM
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RIP Mr Ron
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221
Posts: 8,150
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
Welcome to the board from West Tennessee. Good luck with your build.
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04-14-2006, 10:59 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Southern Ohio
Posts: 489
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
Welcome from southern ohio. Good luck with your project.
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04-14-2006, 01:38 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: USA
Posts: 21,019
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
 from S.Indiana
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04-21-2006, 02:41 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Fergus, Ontario
Posts: 481
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
Welcome from Ontario!!! Good luck with project.
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04-22-2006, 11:29 AM
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MooMoo
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Shapleigh, Maine
Posts: 2,424
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Re: Just joined, need help starting a restoration...
Welcome!
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04-23-2006, 02:53 AM
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Catchy title goes here..
 
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: Rockwell, NC
Posts: 39,767
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