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novaX522 · 11-28-2023, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by HalfBrit

Made a few more baby steps with the exhaust on my ‘70. Waiting for another straight (4’) and pie cuts to show up so I can tackle the passenger side tailpipe.

Very nice looking! Which mufflers are those?

HalfBrit · 11-28-2023, 04:23 PM

They’re Spintech 6000XLP. Had the 3000 series before and decided to tone it down a bit. Although the 3” system will probably offset that, lol.

novaX522 · 11-29-2023, 11:42 PM

Got overloads, trailing arms w/new bushings, and rearend installed.
Waiting for shocks, springs, and 10k hitch.

Chevys4life · 11-30-2023, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by novaX522

Got overloads, trailing arms w/new bushings, and rearend installed.
Waiting for shocks, springs, and 10k hitch.

It is looking good now for sure!!!!

novaX522 · 11-30-2023, 02:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Chevys4life

It is looking good now for sure!!!!

Thanks!

Ole Blue 71 · 11-30-2023, 10:07 PM

2/4 drop complete

SRU1436 · 12-10-2023, 08:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Ole Blue 71

2/4 drop complete

Which kit did you use?

**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 11-30-2023, 11:13 PM

8.5 years to install my door panels. Only item pending is my front bumper is being re-chromed, at least I think so.

Can you believe they tried to give me a knock-off front bumper, declaring it rechromed? I was PSST. Yeah, they "found" my bumper. They had it 6 months and never touched it.

I don't like the logo on the floor mats, ordering plain black.

**Rust_never_sleeps** · 12-01-2023, 05:08 AM

Tony, that looks pretty. I particularly like your seats, are those from SMS?

**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 12-01-2023, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Rust_never_sleeps

Tony, that looks pretty. I particularly like your seats, are those from SMS?

Thank you, and I do too. Yes they are SMS, it's the original material.

Extended Power · 12-02-2023, 10:18 PM

Picked up some parts from the border today.
Finally got to finish my top coolant line to the radiator.

novaX522 · 12-03-2023, 09:08 PM

I got a DrawTite 14082 10k hitch. The frame rails were a little tweaked. I taped a board to each side and had some hammer time. Got them straight and 34” now.

**Rust_never_sleeps** · 12-04-2023, 10:10 PM

got my headlight and wiper switch replaced, got the broken defroster lever in. Still working on drilling out the pot-metal bosses to bolt that little plate back on over the lever pivots.

**Rust_never_sleeps** · 12-04-2023, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Rust_never_sleeps

got my headlight and wiper switch replaced, got the broken defroster lever in. Still working on drilling out the pot-metal bosses to bolt that little plate back on over the lever pivots.

Actually, I'm pretty sure I got the broken lever out and the new one in.... ;-)

novaX522 · 12-05-2023, 10:44 PM

Got the shocks, springs, sway bars, and new track bar. I got 1” front and 2” rear drop springs. I will be switching to 31x10.50-15 tires. We’ll see how it looks when it’s back together with the new tires. I can always do spindles and drop blocks if need be.
Tonight I got the rear springs and spring cups installed. Got antisieze everywhere. I can’t even take the lid off without making a mess. Then got the shocks and track bar installed.
I’ll be ready to put the box back on when I can scrounge up some “volunteers” to help.

novaX522 · 12-05-2023, 10:55 PM

I also plan to reposition the exhaust sections for the best clearance and have them welded to get rid of all the exhaust clamps.
Helen Keller did her best attempt with the rear brake line, but I’m gonna see if I can build a new one.

novaX522 · 12-05-2023, 10:56 PM

I also plan to reposition the exhaust sections for the best clearance and have them welded to get rid of all the exhaust clamps.
Helen Keller did her best attempt with the rear brake line, but I’m gonna see if I can build a new one.

**Rust_never_sleeps** · 12-06-2023, 07:25 PM

Marking wires and making pdf notes on the wiring diagram so my head won't explode.
Putting the ducts back together for hopefully the last time, reconnecting the a/c control panel, and swapping led lights into the instrument cluster.

**Rust_never_sleeps** · 12-06-2023, 07:30 PM

Also finally figured out how the A<-->B views of the fuse box work on the fact'ry diagram

howzzzit · 12-07-2023, 08:40 PM

I took out the ignition switch and kicked the left front tire as I walked away.

**Rust_never_sleeps** · 12-07-2023, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by howzzzit

i took out the ignition switch and kicked the left front tire as i walked away.

lol

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 12-07-2023, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by howzzzit

I took out the ignition switch and kicked the left front tire as I walked away.

That'll learn it.

**pjmoreland** · 12-08-2023, 12:28 AM

Installed an 8k tach along with a modified OE lens. Designed the text based on the stock 5k tach and then had a local shop print it on there for me.

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 12-08-2023, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by pjmoreland

Installed an 8k tach along with a modified OE lens. Designed the text based on the stock 5k tach and then had a local shop print it on there for me.

Lookin' slick, Pat.

**pjmoreland** · 12-08-2023, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by '68OrangeSunshine

Lookin' slick, Pat.

Thanks, Brian.

11-28-2023, 04:23 PM	#2
HalfBrit Registered User Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kernersville, NC Posts: 102	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter They’re Spintech 6000XLP. Had the 3000 series before and decided to tone it down a bit. Although the 3” system will probably offset that, lol.

11-29-2023, 11:42 PM	#3
novaX522 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2023 Location: Waterloo Iowa Posts: 247	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got overloads, trailing arms w/new bushings, and rearend installed. Waiting for shocks, springs, and 10k hitch. Attached Images

11-30-2023, 10:07 PM	#6
Ole Blue 71 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Eastern ND Posts: 22	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter 2/4 drop complete Attached Images __________________ 71 C-10 "Ole Blue" 72 C-15 - Current Project 72 K-10 - In Pieces (Sold) 70 C-10 - "Goldie" (Sold) 66 Impala Convertible 20 FLTRXS

11-30-2023, 11:13 PM	#8
71CHEVYSHORTBED402 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 7,386	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter 8.5 years to install my door panels. Only item pending is my front bumper is being re-chromed, at least I think so. Can you believe they tried to give me a knock-off front bumper, declaring it rechromed? I was PSST. Yeah, they "found" my bumper. They had it 6 months and never touched it. I don't like the logo on the floor mats, ordering plain black. Attached Images __________________ Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assembly guide (kit) for restoring this truck from the ground up, complete with details including full hardware descriptions. Much of the info. applies to all 67-72 GM. My build thread, with some info. about the assembly kit https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025

12-01-2023, 05:08 AM	#9
Rust_never_sleeps Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: San Ramon,CA Posts: 703	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Tony, that looks pretty. I particularly like your seats, are those from SMS?

12-02-2023, 10:18 PM	#11
Extended Power Registered User Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: Redcliff, Alberta Posts: 238	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Picked up some parts from the border today. Finally got to finish my top coolant line to the radiator. Attached Images __________________ "If it ain't broken, fix it 'till it is!"

12-03-2023, 09:08 PM	#12
novaX522 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2023 Location: Waterloo Iowa Posts: 247	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I got a DrawTite 14082 10k hitch. The frame rails were a little tweaked. I taped a board to each side and had some hammer time. Got them straight and 34” now. Attached Images

12-04-2023, 10:10 PM	#13
Rust_never_sleeps Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: San Ramon,CA Posts: 703	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter got my headlight and wiper switch replaced, got the broken defroster lever in. Still working on drilling out the pot-metal bosses to bolt that little plate back on over the lever pivots.

12-05-2023, 10:44 PM	#15
novaX522 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2023 Location: Waterloo Iowa Posts: 247	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got the shocks, springs, sway bars, and new track bar. I got 1” front and 2” rear drop springs. I will be switching to 31x10.50-15 tires. We’ll see how it looks when it’s back together with the new tires. I can always do spindles and drop blocks if need be. Tonight I got the rear springs and spring cups installed. Got antisieze everywhere. I can’t even take the lid off without making a mess. Then got the shocks and track bar installed. I’ll be ready to put the box back on when I can scrounge up some “volunteers” to help. Attached Images

12-05-2023, 10:55 PM	#16
novaX522 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2023 Location: Waterloo Iowa Posts: 247	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I also plan to reposition the exhaust sections for the best clearance and have them welded to get rid of all the exhaust clamps. Helen Keller did her best attempt with the rear brake line, but I’m gonna see if I can build a new one.

12-05-2023, 10:56 PM	#17
novaX522 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2023 Location: Waterloo Iowa Posts: 247	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I also plan to reposition the exhaust sections for the best clearance and have them welded to get rid of all the exhaust clamps. Helen Keller did her best attempt with the rear brake line, but I’m gonna see if I can build a new one.

12-06-2023, 07:25 PM	#18
Rust_never_sleeps Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: San Ramon,CA Posts: 703	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Marking wires and making pdf notes on the wiring diagram so my head won't explode. Putting the ducts back together for hopefully the last time, reconnecting the a/c control panel, and swapping led lights into the instrument cluster.

12-06-2023, 07:30 PM	#19
Rust_never_sleeps Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: San Ramon,CA Posts: 703	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Also finally figured out how the A<-->B views of the fuse box work on the fact'ry diagram

12-07-2023, 08:40 PM	#20
howzzzit Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Kalifornia Posts: 356	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I took out the ignition switch and kicked the left front tire as I walked away.

12-08-2023, 12:28 AM	#23
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 6,259	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Installed an 8k tach along with a modified OE lens. Designed the text based on the stock 5k tach and then had a local shop print it on there for me. Attached Images



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