What did you do to your truck today part IV - Page 32 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Palf70Step** · 10-22-2018, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by jbgroby

Cussed it, because I'm having issues with getting the headlights to work.

Mine tends to see some exaggerated language also.

jbgroby · 10-22-2018, 08:03 AM

The problem should be a simple one to fix, but darned if I can.

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Originally Posted by Palf70Step

Mine tends to see some exaggerated language also.

**cwcarpenter98** · 10-22-2018, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by jbgroby

The problem should be a simple one to fix, but darned if I can.

For several months I didn't know why I only had brights and no dims, so I replaced the dimmer switch and was about to replace the headlight switch, until a looked under the hood and found that I had unplugged the harness at the core support then completely forgot to plug back in

Funny thing is that that was over a year ago, and the dimmer switch I put in failed a couple of weeks ago. Put the original one back in and it still worked just fine

loudenzak · 10-22-2018, 04:26 PM

So I received a '65 c10 Stepside from my dad as a wedding present a couple months ago. Unfortunately it has been sitting since probably 1996 so there is a LOT of work that needs to be done. There also hasnt been a lot of aftermarket stuff done to it ie.. still 4 drums, no power steering. It does have a 305 in it (originally came with a 283) and he converted it to an automatic with a TH350 Trans when he was in highschool. I am currently in school for Auto Mechanics and my instructor has let me work on the truck through the classes we have taken. Right now we have just finished our brake class and although it was tempting to convert to disks, its just not in the cards for money right now. BUT! I have replaced everything from the master cylinder, brake lines (all, even made them myself instead of buying a pre-made kit), parking brake lines, hoses, shoes, drums, hardware, and brake cylinders. Now the nice thing is being in school we have a huge discount on parts and everything only cost me 282 bucks! (That receipt doesn't include the parking brake cables). Now we are onto electrical and there isn't much to do for me in this short 3 week class as we have to get it running first. Next is Suspension and I plan on replacing/rebuilding basically everything as we go through. I already have an associates in Auto body so the body will be my summer project next year.

**jayoldschool** · 10-22-2018, 05:49 PM

Really cool truck and story. Get some white on those wheels and bumpers asap!

**Clyde65** · 10-22-2018, 08:00 PM

Welcome! You have an awesome dad imo! Your doing it just like we all preach here, safe, legal and driveable. Good luck!!

lowslow64 · 10-24-2018, 04:39 PM

New exhaust system today

**botoepfer** · 10-24-2018, 04:43 PM

I have been parting out and tearing down an 83 C10 so I can get the front cross member for my 63 motor out yesterday!

**AngryPirate** · 10-25-2018, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Aceslow

Cut out the back of cab for big back window and made a template for the glass and inner panel

I'm about to do something similar to this; any tips?

Where did you make the cuts to remove the old and put the new?

Thanks!

**botoepfer** · 10-26-2018, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by 69 C10 LWB

Ive been looking for a set of manifolds for the small block in my truck and stumbled on these. Loosely installed them this morning to check fit. Couldnt do much because the yard at work is wet after the rain and I dont have room inside at the moment

I have those on the motor in my 55,, I love them, Hope you will too,, are you upgrading the brakes?

tripleD · 10-27-2018, 01:05 AM

Worked Mator pulling trees and stumps from hurricane

tripleD · 10-27-2018, 01:10 AM

Changed up wheel and tires ! Not real happy got one more set of tires and wheels I’ll keep y’all posted need ur opinions!

66C10LB · 10-28-2018, 12:14 AM

The wider whitewalls look good with the painted rims.

**The Rocknrod** · 10-28-2018, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by AngryPirate

I'm about to do something similar to this; any tips?

Where did you make the cuts to remove the old and put the new?

Thanks!

Lots of threads on this here:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=527836
FAQ section has this:
Big Back Window Conversion

big back glass conversion

Big Back Window Conversion

Started my big back window conversion today : January 2014

Build Thread :'66 Longbed 327 w/AC project by cortcomp

At this point in his build thread, he starts posting photos related to a Big Back Window conversion.

**cwcarpenter98** · 10-31-2018, 08:46 PM

Just put in an order for some new 3 point seat belts. It will be a nice safety upgrade to keep me from biting the dash, but hopefully I won't have to test out the effectiveness

Ratman74 · 10-31-2018, 10:51 PM

installed door panels and glovebox door

LostMy65 · 11-11-2018, 02:42 PM

Sold the service box off my 66 last week. The buyer hauled it off today.

studeclunker · 11-11-2018, 05:04 PM

Best of good fortune with your truck.

**AngryPirate** · 11-12-2018, 10:58 AM

Thanks RnR!

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Rocknrod

Lots of threads on this here:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=527836
FAQ section has this:
Big Back Window Conversion

big back glass conversion

Big Back Window Conversion

Started my big back window conversion today : January 2014

Build Thread :'66 Longbed 327 w/AC project by cortcomp

At this point in his build thread, he starts posting photos related to a Big Back Window conversion.

Jdm63 · 11-12-2018, 03:43 PM

Cab metal work finished, primed and ready for color. Picking paint color is somewhat stressful - and i’m not even ready to paint outside of truck yet 👀 just want to get firewall and underside done along with interior right now.

**pdxhall** · 11-14-2018, 04:39 PM

Got my inner fenders put on.

**Clyde65** · 11-14-2018, 08:12 PM

Spent $!

Since that rain finally stopped it’s to dang cold to work on the truck....

graymage · 11-16-2018, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by TJ's Chevy

Got the trans installed and both inner fenders painted.

thats perfect, I just ordered a tko-600 and wasn't sure about shifter location, again you guys solved another problem

crewguy · 11-24-2018, 01:07 PM

17 years in the making. After many starts and stops, the Crewcab went for paint this week.

**Clyde65** · 11-24-2018, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by crewguy

17 years in the making. After many starts and stops, the Crewcab went for paint this week.

Holy crap! I love that thing! What color are you going with??

10-22-2018, 04:26 PM	#779
loudenzak Registered User Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Grand Forks, ND Posts: 3	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV So I received a '65 c10 Stepside from my dad as a wedding present a couple months ago. Unfortunately it has been sitting since probably 1996 so there is a LOT of work that needs to be done. There also hasnt been a lot of aftermarket stuff done to it ie.. still 4 drums, no power steering. It does have a 305 in it (originally came with a 283) and he converted it to an automatic with a TH350 Trans when he was in highschool. I am currently in school for Auto Mechanics and my instructor has let me work on the truck through the classes we have taken. Right now we have just finished our brake class and although it was tempting to convert to disks, its just not in the cards for money right now. BUT! I have replaced everything from the master cylinder, brake lines (all, even made them myself instead of buying a pre-made kit), parking brake lines, hoses, shoes, drums, hardware, and brake cylinders. Now the nice thing is being in school we have a huge discount on parts and everything only cost me 282 bucks! (That receipt doesn't include the parking brake cables). Now we are onto electrical and there isn't much to do for me in this short 3 week class as we have to get it running first. Next is Suspension and I plan on replacing/rebuilding basically everything as we go through. I already have an associates in Auto body so the body will be my summer project next year. Attached Images

10-22-2018, 05:49 PM	#780
jayoldschool Moderator Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: ON, Canada Posts: 2,176	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Really cool truck and story. Get some white on those wheels and bumpers asap!

10-22-2018, 08:00 PM	#781
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Welcome! You have an awesome dad imo! Your doing it just like we all preach here, safe, legal and driveable. Good luck!! __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

10-24-2018, 04:39 PM	#782
lowslow64 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Rockwall Texas Posts: 79	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV New exhaust system today Attached Images

10-24-2018, 04:43 PM	#783
botoepfer Active Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Prince Frederick/obx Posts: 116	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV I have been parting out and tearing down an 83 C10 so I can get the front cross member for my 63 motor out yesterday!

10-27-2018, 01:05 AM	#786
tripleD Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: newport,nc Posts: 234	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Worked Mator pulling trees and stumps from hurricane Attached Images __________________ triple d

10-27-2018, 01:10 AM	#787
tripleD Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: newport,nc Posts: 234	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Changed up wheel and tires ! Not real happy got one more set of tires and wheels I’ll keep y’all posted need ur opinions! Attached Images __________________ triple d

10-28-2018, 12:14 AM	#788
66C10LB Registered User Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: West Kelowna, BC, Canada Posts: 204	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV The wider whitewalls look good with the painted rims.

10-31-2018, 08:46 PM	#790
cwcarpenter98 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Hickory Flat, GA Posts: 4,491	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Just put in an order for some new 3 point seat belts. It will be a nice safety upgrade to keep me from biting the dash, but hopefully I won't have to test out the effectiveness __________________ Christian Carpenter 1963 C10 - Frankentruck 283, Muncie 3 speed with overdrive Overdrive wiring here 1963-ish truck bed trailer - Half-Wit 1981 C10 - Penny 305, th350 --> Soon to be 350, Saginaw 4 speed 1995 Dodge Dakota Sport "I'll put it simple: if you're going hard enough left, you'll find yourself turning right." - Doc Hudson

10-31-2018, 10:51 PM	#791
Ratman74 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Bunker Hill, WV Posts: 127	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV installed door panels and glovebox door Attached Images __________________ Dan "Ratman" Ratcliffe Fourth generation Chevy truck guy, raising the fifth 1978 Scottsdale Big 10 "Bad Medicine" Daily Driver 28 yrs 1965 C10 Panel Truck "RWC" http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=749003

11-11-2018, 02:42 PM	#792
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,530	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Sold the service box off my 66 last week. The buyer hauled it off today. Attached Images __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

11-11-2018, 05:04 PM	#793
studeclunker Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Fawn Lodge, Ca. Posts: 308	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Best of good fortune with your truck.

11-12-2018, 03:43 PM	#795
Jdm63 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Madison, AL Posts: 52	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Cab metal work finished, primed and ready for color. Picking paint color is somewhat stressful - and i’m not even ready to paint outside of truck yet 👀 just want to get firewall and underside done along with interior right now. Attached Images

11-14-2018, 04:39 PM	#796
pdxhall Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Tucson, Arizona Posts: 2,084	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Got my inner fenders put on. Attached Images __________________ Sanity'66 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=515110 Long bed, Fleetside, Small back window I've Done So Much, With So Little, For So Long, That Now I Can Do Anything With Nothing.

11-14-2018, 08:12 PM	#797
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV Spent $! Since that rain finally stopped it’s to dang cold to work on the truck.... __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*



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crewguy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: 20 minutes east of Vancouver, B.C. Posts: 34	Re: What did you do to your truck today part IV 17 years in the making. After many starts and stops, the Crewcab went for paint this week. Attached Images

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