Young Ed Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 Well then, just buy the guy an airline ticket, I'm sure he'd love to see your beautiful country.Hank Mark and I live in the same town. So his guy is somewhat local to me. Already spoke to Mark about it-I might be posting pictures of my freshly painted gate too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis_MN Posted July 24, 2012 Report Share Posted July 24, 2012 Hey, great job and it is even the right color! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John-T-53 Posted July 25, 2012 Report Share Posted July 25, 2012 I'd tip a glass of Schell's to that tailgate (if it were available out here)! Nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggdad1951 Posted August 7, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 bed ready for install! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Todd B Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 OK, now I am officially jealous. Looks awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Balazs Posted August 7, 2012 Report Share Posted August 7, 2012 First Class job as usual Mark! Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merle Coggins Posted August 8, 2012 Report Share Posted August 8, 2012 SWEET!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggdad1951 Posted August 10, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2012 . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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John-T-53 Posted August 12, 2012 Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 Just about ready to haul a couple yards of gravel! Comin' together there...lookin' sweet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HanksB3B Posted August 12, 2012 Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 I used 1/4" thk sheet rubber between the fender and running board. What are you going to do Mark? Hank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggdad1951 Posted August 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 I used 1/4" thk sheet rubber between the fender and running board. What are you going to do Mark?Hank yah, I've got some 1/8 rubber in roll form. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggdad1951 Posted August 12, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 12, 2012 Fenders on and running boards locked down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Young Ed Posted August 13, 2012 Report Share Posted August 13, 2012 Incredible progress as usual. Crazy to think you are actually getting close to "done". Cant wait to see it again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plymouthy Adams Posted August 13, 2012 Report Share Posted August 13, 2012 go ahead, finish it, then what you gonna do huh?..have you found your next project already? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggdad1951 Posted August 13, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2012 go ahead, finish it, then what you gonna do huh?..have you found your next project already? my short list of unfinished: floor pad parking lights headliner tailgate horn roll down window issues finish ducting for heater finish freash air option install finish doors (panels and restore armrests) spare tire carrier install dome light restoration and install modify center division bar for rear view mirror (stock look) fab a passenger side mirror odd, doesn't seem like much, but I don't think some of that will be done till next year! Next project: FEF's caboose and after that PHTD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggdad1951 Posted August 25, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HanksB3B Posted August 25, 2012 Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 That's looking very good. How about taking FEF out of the garage and showing the tailgate open and the black finish on the wood! Hank P.S. Are you planning to put a rear bumper on to protect that black beauty? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggdad1951 Posted August 25, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 25, 2012 That's looking very good. How about taking FEF out of the garage and showing the tailgate open and the black finish on the wood!Hank P.S. Are you planning to put a rear bumper on to protect that black beauty? no taking him out today.....rainy out... no bumper, altho I might add a hitch for the caboose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggdad1951 Posted August 27, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2012 my older sister and her husband stopped by yesterday to check progress, I then suprised them both with a quick ride....my sister laughing the whole time with the memories of riding in that truck was worth every penny spent thus far....now only need to give the parents rides! THIS IS WHAT IT'S ABOUT! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ggdad1951 Posted September 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 1, 2012 video from dad's first ride in a LONG time! 2012-09-01 13.08.58.3gp 2012-09-01 13.08.58.3gp and a pic of me and pa! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave72dt Posted September 1, 2012 Report Share Posted September 1, 2012 It doesn't get more special than that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desotodav Posted September 2, 2012 Report Share Posted September 2, 2012 What a proud moment in life for both you and your dear old Dad Mark - the sort of moment that makes it all worthwhile. I have watched the restoration of your truck FEF with great interest since joining this forum and have tipped my hat to you along the way on many occasions. Your level of enthusiasm, determination and quality workmanship is an absolute credit to you. I have no doubt that your ggdad is looking down upon you and smiling with great pride at what you have achieved with his old truck. Sir, I thank you personally for the journey. I have enjoyed every step of the way!!! Davin (Desotodav) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HanksB3B Posted September 2, 2012 Report Share Posted September 2, 2012 +1 Dav. Couldn't have said it better myself. Mark I wish my dad were around to see my truck. Life is short make the best of every moment of everyday! Hank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Balazs Posted September 2, 2012 Report Share Posted September 2, 2012 +1 Hank That is so cool. I know it had to be a special moment. Good on you Mark. Make it happen as often as you can. Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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