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Dang!!! 48D

If you're talking about the post at the rear of the engine head.....that's for cars. Trucks should have a bolt filling the space and not the post. 48D

Maybe 2021...not 2012? 48D

Was the Cow's tummy full or empty...may have effected the pulling power of the magnet.......? 48D

Lost a good friend the other day and a BBQ regular.....your presents will be missed. 48D

35% chance of rain a few days before the BBQ....enough to settle the dust! NO RAIN predicted for the actual day of BBQ, wohoo!.......69 Degrees. Bring your Minnesota Sun Tan Lotion...its getting all summertime out here! 48D

That's a real clean looking set of stainless grille parts. 1939 is the only year for the "V" pattern. 40-47 had the "Plus" pattern. Kinda valuable in some circles of the internet. examples: 1939 Gille Stainless Ebay 1939 Grille nose piece 48D

Beautiful. Hope my Humpback looks as good! 48D

The BBQ will be awesome this year…!! ...Its a gathering of world travelers and Mopar know- it- alls (lol). A place to say “hey” to vintage trucks, cars, and the old guys who love them. When the event is underway, a few forum names would come up....some asking questions like "wonder what he's like?" "wonder if he'll come out next year?" or "wouldn't it be great if that guy was here, I'd like to talk with him". Each year I give out an award to someone who symbolizes the fun of meeting a person known only from the internet, someone you’d hope would be at the BBQ. It's what created the "Wish You Were Here Award". An award that reminds everyone on the forum, no matter where you're at, you're invited!! Past winners: 2008 Don Coatney 2009 Merle Coggins 2010 Hank aka HanksB3B 2011 Ed aka Young ED 2012 Bud aka Budstruck 2013 Tim Adams aka Plymouthy Adams 2014 Mark aka ggdad1951 and Davin aka Desotodav 2015 Joe Hanely aka 52b3 Joe 2016 Dave aka Dave72dt 2017 Rob aka Dodge4ya 2018 JB Neal 2019 Todd B This gentleman has the distinct honor of winning the award two years in a row. Why? Because, it's only right that he has the opportunity to meet his friends at a BBQ that’s actually gonna happen! This is what I said last year... “The reason so many of us have become friends is because of the continued efforts of one person. Someone who has been working at this for quite some time. He’s the gentleman behind the curtain, the trucker who tunes the algorithm when it's out of rhythm. He’s a dude who loves the old iron just as much as the next guy. He’s the reason I have so many friends across the globe. I can’t thank you enough!” Whether or not he can make it to the BBQ, is yet to be determined, but he still deserves the recognition! • 2020/21 GTK Webmaster • Forum Admim/Webmaster Extraordinaire Congratulations again Sir!!! Look for your trophy in the mail for real this time my friend.

He's waiting on the driveshaft......then it should be worthy of the road! 48D

2021 Trophy List 1 "Best of Show" (truck) 2 "The Working Truck" award (in everyday use work or otherwise) 3 "Best Vintage Look" award (ex.looks like its never stopped working, might have had a dozen upgrades) 4 "The Tough Trucker" award (ex. broke down 3 times to the truck show but still make it) 5 "Friend of the Show" (someone who gives their time to the BBQ) 6 "The Wish I Was a Truck" award (goes to a car guy) 7 "Builders Award"-Paint 8 "Builders Award"-Engine 9 "Best Non-Truck Award" (not quite a truck, most likely a car) 10 "Longest Traveled" award (vehicle not required) Special Awards 11 "Wish You Were Here" award (given to some one who hasn't been yet) 12 "Key to the Ranch" award 48D

What to do this weekend????? • Get your vacation request slip confirmed!! • Check the trailer bearings, lights and registration • Get the bugs out of the truck/car brakes • Fix the blinkers • Double check Google maps on how to get to the BBQ!!!!! • Get the plane tickets boughten • Pick your team for the March Madness (Gonzaga!!!)(or frozen four) • Get the dialog going on a caravan • Finally slap in that T-5 in your 50 and drive it all the way from Wilton to Clements!! • Put on your custom mask • Take time to make friends with the cops on your planned route • Dust off the speedometer and practice your Fluid-Drive skills • Check your truck bed for any Chevy or Ford guys trying to sneak in • And bring extra batteries for the camera! ITS JUST 3 1/2 WEEK AWAY!!!! 48D

I've wrecked a few old Mustangs in my day...I mean, after all, I was racing my 72 Charger around the track gettin' to the finish line. Rubbin is Racin' 48D

One of my favorite pics........... 48D

Awesome!! How far you coming from? 48D

With or without the corner windows, the rear window is the same size thru 48-53. Corner windows and door vents were part of the Deluxe package. I believe that's a Chevy term from the late 60's, standard rear window vs an option to go bigger. Those guys always seem to argue about which one is better. Please correct me if I'm wrong...def not a Chevy guy. lol 48D

. That's an early 1950 fluid drive (still using the floor shifter) And this is a 1952 standard trans using the column shifter. Note: pedal dimensions and attachments are different as well. 48D

I believe that after market 1970 tanks are designed (pre-drilled mounting holes) to also fit 65-68 as well as its original design for the 1970. Ford guys like to increase the fuel capicity of the older mustangs. Like Ed mentioned, the top of the tank is the trunk floor (hence all the ribbing)....which is why those tanks sometimes come with foam cut outs for the perimeter of the tank to help the carpet lay flat. 48D

I agree with Merle. I see two floor shifters and a enough room for the standard clutch. The fluid drive housing is much longer. ....and not sure what the benefit of a hill holder type tranny would do for a forklift. hmmmm. 48D

If you get it here Brent, you get a front row spot by the shop.......AND a burger! 48D

In my oldest videos from over 10 years ago (geez) i show the front end broken down. It might help. 48D Estrada Motorsports Front End Series 1 Estrada Motorsports Front End Series 2 Estrada Motorsports Front End Series 3 Estrada Motorsports Front End Series 4

Hope all who want to come can make it!!! Its at my ranch in California so it wont be cancelled! Cars are welcome, even if its an off brand. We always need something to prop the gate open with..:D CYA There! 48D

Hope all who want to come can make it!!! Its at my ranch in California so it wont be cancelled! Cars are welcome, even if its an off brand. We always need something to prop the gate open with..:D CYA There! 48D