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    Signal wiring

    I have a 8 prong plug on my tilt GM column (Delco Remy plug 08 67) and need to wire into the 1957 Wiring Harness ......anbody have a clue what goes where ? Or if I can find the diagram for the column plug I have now? Thanks Shawn
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    57 Bed wood mount - Offset washer

    Anyone have any idea what the correct direction of the offset washers is for the bed mount washers? ie...the large offset must go towards cab for all? or towards the side of truck? Or ? Thanks Shawn
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    Wiring Harness - alternator

    Since this harness has no provision for fuses, I installed a fuse for the headlamps and probably shoud put one from main power supply? Any suggestions ? I cannot yet figure out how to get this thing to charge...If anyone has used the standard harness w/alternator ....maybe you can help me out...
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    Weather Strip & vent windows

    Anybody know the procedure to change out the vent window weather strip on a 57 before I start drilling out rivets and breaking stuff ? LOL! Also, front window weatherstrip has an extra bit o' rubber on 1/2 or more of it....does this go on top or bottom of window? Any ideas are...
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    1957 V 8 emblem location?

    ANybody know the correct locatioon for the V 8 emblem on 57 ? I've seen pics of them on the door - in line with 3100 emblem and I also saw an d ad where they were placed on lower front edge of doors ? Anyone know for sure? Thanks ;)
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    Bed Wood

    Anyone have any idea as to the width of bed wood planks needs for 55-57 short box step side trucks? There are 8 planks used, but I am not certain of the widths needed and the thickness that wood ! need to be used! Thanks Shawn:confused:
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    Wiring

    Bought the Chevy Duty wiring harness for 55-57 with alteranator. Anyone have any idea how to wire in a fuse for the main power (think I know..just checking) and how to eliminate change to suit the HEI ignition? It would be great to know for sure before I melt the harness ! Thanks Shawn
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    Barrett-Jackson

    Only a few trucks 55-57 on this years auction block. Of the 57;s I was surprised by the results Lot#44 - SOLD for $24,200 58 - SOLD for $33,000 1232.1 - SOLD for $162,400 < Cameo custom claimed to have 230k invested 1528 - SOLD for $ 49,500 < restored original V8 Cameo...
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    Photos Thread

    Hey guys, Just tried the new photos section. Upload your pics there too, It would be great to see your projects in there. cheers Shawn's Garage cosmo1957 57 283 ......damn it...will it ever be done !:confused:
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    Paint

    I am using A Urethane paint and doing most of the paint myself. Is it possible to buff out any imperfections (orange peel, dust etc...) that occur during the paint process? Is it something that needs to be done within a specific time period after you lay the paint on?:confused: Looks...
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    Paint & trim codes

    [updated:LAST EDITED ON Apr-04-06 AT 08:03&nbsp;PM (CST)]Anyone else find that the paint and trim codes are not exactly as printed ? When I look at the published colours and match my code it no way matches the blue that have uncovered? Any body else notice this.....the alpine blue I was...
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    Master Cylinder

    What year and type of dual master did you use to upgrade from your original suicide system ? Looking for drum>drum and drum>disc or disc>disc options that you guys have done. Lots of options out there, but I need to hear from the experts! Thanks ;-)
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    E-brake linkage

    I am looking for the emergency brake cable linkage. The piece that attached on the frame mount and connects to the front e-brake cable. Any idea if I can get one ? Or I can make one but I want to be looking original. Any help is appreciated. Shawn
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    BRAKES !

    Can i get a 6 bolt disc brake conversion kit that will alow me to change to 5 bolt discs later, without too much additional cost ? I'd like to do the upgraded brake deal now on the front and maybe change rear end later to 5 bolt and have the option to do front 5 bolt later as well. I...
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    Chevy clutch

    Can i run an 11"clutch ? I had a 10" diameter come out of my 283 w/ muncie M21 combo, but when I measure it up it looks like 11" disc will fit in there? Anybody know, when, where or why there is a difference? Bigger is better isn't it ? ;)
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    Bolt Pattern change

    I wanna run 5 bolt Corvette Rally wheels on my 57. This means new front hubs and a new rear end or axles. Any advice on the potential rear end swap ? What will fit? Posi would be nice if I am swapping the rear. Or can I just do an axle swap .... ? What about front ,,,Any advice would be...
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    motor mounts (1957)

    Will the original type V8 motor mount kit work with the original tranny cross over (bolted at bell housing) ??? There is no location change to be made there ? Is there? And will my motor sit low enough to get an HEI distributor outta the back of the small block ? (My mounts were modified to...
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    prep/paint

    K boys, the major grunt work is done, the CD cab corners and steps are all welded in, my truck is in several pieces right now and the only thing left to do is prep and paint. I was told it will cost 10 -15k to complete!!!! after I did all the work ! Well I guess I need advice on prep and...
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    Chevy Duty Parts

    I replaced the cab corners and now I'm doing the steps. The sheet metal fits great , had no prob installing it Great Service and help from Chevy Duty ! Will send the pics in soon !! Cosmo1957 :)
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    1957 3100 Emblems

    Anyone know where to find , or have them out there ?
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