Ken B 3,116 #226 Posted July 31, 2014 You do have ants in yer pants! We did some relaxing on Saturday at Tom's river cottage.. Where are the pics? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Coadster32 793 #227 Posted July 31, 2014 Glad to see I'm not the only one thinking Stevebo is burning the candle at 3 ends!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #228 Posted July 22, 2015 It has been a long time since I last posted on this thread. I was speaking with a member here who really knows these old trucks and we worked out a deal to have him take the truck from where I left off to finishing it enough to run and drive. He has been picking away at it when time permits and I have to say I could not be happier. Last Friday I went to his home shop to check it out and try and start it for the first time. I attached pics of when he picked it up and a few videos from Friday and today. Looking like she will be ready for Kent this year and also my Meet and Greet in October... woo hoo !! IMG_0414.MOV IMG_0375.MOV IMG_0377.MOV IMG_0413.MOV 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,116 #229 Posted July 22, 2015 Yeah that sounds pretty good! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chip61 655 #230 Posted July 22, 2015 I was wondering what happened to that project. You'll really enjoy it Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #231 Posted July 22, 2015 It has been a few years since I dragged this one home. I have been waiting a long time to hear it run and last Friday night was a good night. The member doing the work is really good and pays attention to details. He can chime in if he so wishes. Chip-Can't wait to take if for the first ride... Looking forward to stopping in at DD's for an early morning coffee on Sunday and then heading to the local flea market and find some goodies to throw in the back! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VinsRJ 721 #232 Posted July 22, 2015 Looking great! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dclarke 4,011 #233 Posted July 22, 2015 Sounds good, Steve. These old Chevys have always been one of my favorites. Gonna be fun to watch the rest of this build. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JC 1965 1,528 #234 Posted July 22, 2015 I love those old trucks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sparky-(Admin) 19,580 #235 Posted July 22, 2015 Isn't it great when there is progress on a project!Nice Steve.Mike........ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cstempert 27 #236 Posted July 23, 2015 Yup. We gets 'em Runnin, Stoppin, and sometimes in the weeds at Hilltop Garage Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #237 Posted July 23, 2015 (edited) Chris-Glade to see you raised your hand. All- Chris does excellent work for sure. If anyone local in CT or surrounding states have any older trucks (big or small) that may need work done I would not hesitate to contact Chris. He has done what he said he would do and is great at keeping me in the loop every step of the way. Edited July 23, 2015 by stevebo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,116 #238 Posted July 24, 2015 Hey Chris, I see you are from Wolcott CT. Any chance you know Mike Milton? He's a big time Car guy and restorer... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #239 Posted July 24, 2015 Chris is a FORD small and big truck (oldies) but I think he is starting to see the light working on this real truck... lol 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cstempert 27 #240 Posted July 24, 2015 Hey Chris, I see you are from Wolcott CT. Any chance you know Mike Milton? He's a big time Car guy and restorer... No not familiar with him. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cstempert 27 #241 Posted July 24, 2015 Chris is a FORD small and big truck (oldies) but I think he is starting to see the light working on this real truck... lol Well seeing how I have 1949 F5 M/H 1950 F1 paneltruck 1963 F500 1997 F250 2001 F550 And drive a 2014 explorer Oh and have a retired 97 Mercury Mountaineer And my RV is F53 chassis I don't think I'll have room for a Chevy...ever Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WNYPCRepair 1,875 #242 Posted July 24, 2015 My grandfather who lived in SE Missouri had a truck about that year whe I was about 5 or 6 yo.He made a cover out of corrugated tin and 2X4's.He would take me with him out to the cotton fields and sell iced down soda pop.He had a little two borner gas hot plate and would fry hamburgers. Grandpa always found a way to make a few dollars.He also sold bottle gas,he would deliver and hook up.He had a little country store with a lean to on the side where he sold used furniture He's been gone since 1970,but that old truck of yours shook those memories loose. My grandpa had a similar truck too. First thing I ever drove Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #243 Posted July 25, 2015 That is one of the reasons I bought this one. My grandfather had (what I thought was a 49' chevy) but my Uncle Bo told me his was a 46' Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #244 Posted August 1, 2015 So... Chris was able to finish up on all his work late last night. I ended up driving it home about 50 min ride and left my newer truck there. It has been a fun 24 hours for sure. First thing this morning I got some help from my boy and my neighbor came over and we installed the bed, bed wood and a few other little things. Made a few trips with it to the store and it is really fun to drive. It has been a long time coming that is for sure... 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken B 3,116 #245 Posted August 2, 2015 Looks real good Steve. I gotta find me one of them... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WNYPCRepair 1,875 #246 Posted August 2, 2015 Vehicles from those days were made of real metal. My friend had a late 40's Ford pickup with that body style. We met a car on our side of the road and went in the ditch to avoid it. The truck was sliding against the far side of the ditch for about 30' until we came to a shallow spot and got out. We went home, got out, and not a dent, that thing was solid. Nice looking truck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cstempert 27 #247 Posted August 2, 2015 They were all metal and heavy, but surprisingly the earlier cars/ trucks were less safe. Check out this video from The IIHS showing a 2009 Malibu crashing into a 1959 Malibu - http://youtu.be/C_r5UJrxcck Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fireman 1,021 #248 Posted August 2, 2015 I went for a short ride in Steve's truck this morning. That motor purrs like a kitten. Idles nice and smooth. That's the kind of old school vehicle to have. One you can drive around and not worry about getting dirty or nick or scratch here and there. Like Ken said. I got to get me one of those! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chip61 655 #249 Posted August 3, 2015 That turned out great!!! Sent from my SM-G900V using Tapatalk 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebo-(Moderator) 8,041 #250 Posted August 3, 2015 I clear coated the inside of the doors and kick panels. Installed seat belts and door weatherstipping. I also changed the outter door handles. Coming along... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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