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*lakeroadster* · 09-10-2010, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by markeb01

Are those vents off a production vehicle, and if so do you know what they came from? I’m curious if those could be installed on the floor under the seats, or if they need to be mounted vertically in a protected area like the back of the cab.

The vents I purchased on Ebay were original equipment on 03-08 Dodge Ram Trucks. But I got the idea from seing a new Dodge duallie at the local car lot that had the bed removed. So I am quessing that most new trucks have them.

They are designed to be installed vertically, gravity keeps the vent closed. And the reason they instal between the rear of the cab and the bed is to minimize the chance of water / debris getting into the vent. ‏

I thought about mounting them at the back corners that are exposed on our stepside trucks. I am betting water would get into them there though, but maybe not.

On my truck I plan to install them right behind the bucket seat backs.

losthope · 09-10-2010, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by glendale

she runs and drives. any help with me wheel color.

you should post pics of wheel pics from a distance so we could get the whole effects of the truck hard see what itll look like so up close!!

sams60gmc · 09-10-2010, 11:56 PM

Yesterday I got my tubing bent for my A arms. Today I threw them together. Probably my favorite part of the truck thus far.

Byronic · 09-11-2010, 01:03 PM

Painted the inside engine compartment to slow the rust.
I missed a few spots but man is it hot outside.

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Bkndsdl · 09-12-2010, 07:01 PM

Primed my first part today with my new HVLP gun.

willyp · 09-12-2010, 07:12 PM

painted my 66 NC truck plate and the custom cab trim.

*lakeroadster* · 09-12-2010, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by willyp

painted my 66 NC truck plate and the custom cab trim.

Tell us Willyp, what's the secret..... those look fan-freakin'-tastic

*lakeroadster* · 09-13-2010, 04:49 PM

Fabricated the enclosures for a pair of cab rear air vents. More details in my build thread.

SIR · 09-13-2010, 06:42 PM

waxed it...all of it.....a labor of love....

fryer1979 · 09-13-2010, 10:49 PM

Not all of it was done today, but over the course of the weekend I finally got the front end off and the motor out of the donor truck.
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Oh, and it really sucks when you find out this late that you don't have any more of the correct bolts for your engine stand. Guess the three engines I have on the other three stands took 'em all up. Oh well, gives me something to do tomorrow.
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Stacked78 · 09-13-2010, 11:36 PM

shaved my door handles, then removed my windows so i could open the doors... lol

burlapen · 09-14-2010, 01:24 AM

Got parts back from powdercoat!!!!

jbgroby · 09-14-2010, 07:24 AM

I noticed that you got two Saints Fans there, You a transplant from New Orleans?

I live just north, across the lake in Lacombe.
Jake

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Originally Posted by Bkndsdl

Primed my first part today with my new HVLP gun.

LinkbeltOE · 09-14-2010, 07:39 AM

Last night I took my core support out of my 66 so I can repair it sand blast it and powder coat it.

Bkndsdl · 09-14-2010, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by jbgroby

I noticed that you got two Saints Fans there, You a transplant from New Orleans?

I live just north, across the lake in Lacombe.
Jake

No, but close. I'm originally from Sulphur. We moved to Mobile in '89 when my Dad changed jobs.

Funny thing is, I don't follow football at all......they love it for some reason.

Bkndsdl · 09-14-2010, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by SIR

waxed it...all of it.....a labor of love....

SIR - I am 'green' with envy! Awesome truck, can't wait until mine's to the point yours is - enjoyable.

Delmo · 09-14-2010, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by burlapen

Got parts back from powdercoat!!!!

Sweeeeeeeeet.

willyp · 09-14-2010, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by lakeroadster

Tell us Willyp, what's the secret..... those look fan-freakin'-tastic

used a black brand new sharpie permanent marker.

sams60gmc · 09-14-2010, 10:41 PM

Today I machined some very thick. (.225'') washers for my control arms. Primed and painted them and greased the insides and installed them and the arms all with brand new nylocs.

losthope · 09-14-2010, 11:00 PM

i put my chrome bumper on and took it for a curise to the bowling ally!

bigdaddy64 · 09-15-2010, 12:47 AM

Got my passenger side airbox welded back on. fixing all the rust. Now for the drivers side.

c10Mang · 09-15-2010, 01:44 AM

Dropped mine off for paint!!!

fryer1979 · 09-15-2010, 04:11 AM

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Originally Posted by losthope

i put my chrome bumper on and took it for a curise to the bowling ally!

Man your truck is really making me want to roll mine around in satin black for a while. My group of fellow gearheads here all tell me it would be a shame not to since every project I have ever had has worn satin black at one point. If you've seen the pictures of my Camaro it has had it's satin paint the entire 10+ years I have owned it. All I know man is your truck is lookin good.

losthope · 09-15-2010, 07:19 PM

lol

its not satin black its rustolem black primer rattle can ! but am planning on painting it john deer blitz black after i do some of the body work it needs! like i painted my 54 ford sedan it gives you that primerd/satin look but is real paint but is illegal to use in california but i got a gallon left to paint the truck! i also love the satin black look

c10sport · 09-15-2010, 07:23 PM

Wrong forum...oops!

09-10-2010, 11:56 PM	#1803
sams60gmc Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Vancouver Washington Posts: 726	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Yesterday I got my tubing bent for my A arms. Today I threw them together. Probably my favorite part of the truck thus far. Attached Images __________________ 1960 GMC short fleet, full frame build... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=329718

09-11-2010, 01:03 PM	#1804
Byronic The Beach Cruiser Join Date: May 2009 Location: Panama City, Florida Posts: 358	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Painted the inside engine compartment to slow the rust. I missed a few spots but man is it hot outside. Before After __________________ 1999 Silverado DD 1966 Panel Truck 2003 Harley Road Glide 1967 Schwinn Tandem Single Speed

09-12-2010, 07:01 PM	#1805
Bkndsdl Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Irvington, Alabama Posts: 175	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Primed my first part today with my new HVLP gun. __________________ -Mike from Alabama Why do we park on a driveway, and drive on a parkway? Jake - '67 Short Step Dirty Dan - '80 Short Fleet

09-12-2010, 07:12 PM	#1806
willyp Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Houston TX Posts: 362	Re: What did you do to your truck today? painted my 66 NC truck plate and the custom cab trim. Attached Images __________________ The price of cool aint cheap.

09-13-2010, 04:49 PM	#1808
lakeroadster Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: High Plains of Colorado Posts: 2,485	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Fabricated the enclosures for a pair of cab rear air vents. More details in my build thread. Attached Images

09-13-2010, 06:42 PM	#1809
SIR SIR Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: grants pass oregon,usa Posts: 658	Re: What did you do to your truck today? waxed it...all of it.....a labor of love.... Attached Images __________________ 66long low fleet http://community.webshots.com/user/LVNR66

09-13-2010, 10:49 PM	#1810
fryer1979 Redneck Hillbilly Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Backwoods Posts: 1,307	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Not all of it was done today, but over the course of the weekend I finally got the front end off and the motor out of the donor truck. Oh, and it really sucks when you find out this late that you don't have any more of the correct bolts for your engine stand. Guess the three engines I have on the other three stands took 'em all up. Oh well, gives me something to do tomorrow.

09-13-2010, 11:36 PM	#1811
Stacked78 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Hermleigh Texas Posts: 51	Re: What did you do to your truck today? shaved my door handles, then removed my windows so i could open the doors... lol __________________ 1963 C10 Shortbed: project, shaved, slammed 1965 C10 Longbed: 355, 4pd new process, Daily Driver 1991 F150: 300 inline, 3in lift 33s, Stacks. RIP 1992 Dodge 250: 98.5 12valve, 500hp POD injectors, rolls coal... 1986 Chevy 4x4 Shortbed: 4in lift, 33s, daily 1995 2500: 6.5 TD, straight piped, the tow mule

09-14-2010, 01:24 AM	#1812
burlapen Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Clovis, Ca Posts: 134	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Got parts back from powdercoat!!!! Attached Images __________________ 63 Chevy C-10 My build thread

09-14-2010, 07:39 AM	#1814
LinkbeltOE Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Posts: 125	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Last night I took my core support out of my 66 so I can repair it sand blast it and powder coat it.

09-14-2010, 10:41 PM	#1819
sams60gmc Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Vancouver Washington Posts: 726	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Today I machined some very thick. (.225'') washers for my control arms. Primed and painted them and greased the insides and installed them and the arms all with brand new nylocs. __________________ 1960 GMC short fleet, full frame build... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=329718

09-14-2010, 11:00 PM	#1820
losthope Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: sacramento ca. Posts: 1,038	Re: What did you do to your truck today? i put my chrome bumper on and took it for a curise to the bowling ally!

09-15-2010, 12:47 AM	#1821
bigdaddy64 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Phoenix, Or. Posts: 22	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Got my passenger side airbox welded back on. fixing all the rust. Now for the drivers side. Attached Images __________________ 66 c20 with 1/2 ton 73-87 front and rear suspension 2-1/2" drop spindles, air-bags, c-notch rear frame 463 Pontiac, SRP Pistons, Eagle Crank and Rods Mega-Squirt Fuel Injection

09-15-2010, 01:44 AM	#1822
c10Mang Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Venice, Ca Posts: 322	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Dropped mine off for paint!!!

09-15-2010, 07:19 PM	#1824
losthope Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: sacramento ca. Posts: 1,038	Re: What did you do to your truck today? lol its not satin black its rustolem black primer rattle can ! but am planning on painting it john deer blitz black after i do some of the body work it needs! like i painted my 54 ford sedan it gives you that primerd/satin look but is real paint but is illegal to use in california but i got a gallon left to paint the truck! i also love the satin black look



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