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#242504 10/18/2007 2:11 PM
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Well I haven’t posted much lately, but I have been checking in and keeping up with everyones posts.

The last thing I posted (progress wise) was the dash plate I welded in, then the question about paint codes. So I’m back with more updates and pic’s to show my appreciation for everyone’s help. It's really starting to come together.

Check it out

On another note about my plan, I’m taking it in stages if anyone was wondering. Instead of tearing the whole truck down to its frame then building it back up (many years involved), I’m collecting/building/restoring what I can in its present condition. Then when I have everything (or most everything) I’ll break it down and do a complete build. I figure this way I’ll get it on the road and be able to enjoy it for a bit. Plus, see exactly what it needs mechanically, aesthetically, functionally etc.

Next I’ll be looking for a heater to put in, repair the doors (welding in new panels to fix door bottoms) and getting an exhaust (aluminum) put on. Then off to inspection smile

Take care, and thanks to all who've helped.
HC


57' Chevy 3100 Stepside
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2630531
#242505 10/18/2007 2:40 PM
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I forget to mention what it is I just finished . . .

New wire harness (18 circuit)
New gauge cluster (courtesy of Brother’s)

Bonuses:
4-way hazards
New run for reverse lights (not in yet but it’s there when I’m ready plus on/off controlled by transmission)
Under dash courtesy lights

Before running the new harness I welded in the radio face plate, plug welded several holes in the floor and patched 4X5 whole the PO cut (older tranny shifter maybe). Also, plug welded a few holes on the driver side dash. Then painted it the same color blue and clear coated. Never know I was there.

That’s about it . . . more to come.

If anyone’s interested, I can take some more pics of how I wired up the ignition switch and headlight switch with some descriptions. It might help the next guy/gal given I couldn’t find much and had to do some trial and error (blew one fuse in the process – not bad considering).


57' Chevy 3100 Stepside
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2630531

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