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Yes. I think Jasper used a sort of light green, almost like Detroit Diesel 2 strokes used to be. Remember when guys called other guys a "Jasper"? It wasn't a compliment...

I put a Ford rear in one of my Jeeps. I think I looped the upper end of the cable and double clamped it... Steve.

What Phil said... I would be afraid to alter an original hood in any way, really. I'm told the re-pops don't fit very well... I used to think I wanted to use a louver press on mine. That thought has now left me.

Thanks, Phil. Glad to see you are still working on that stunning GMC of yours. Truly a beautiful truck. Steve.

That is a super clean looking original cab. Southwestern truck? Very rare.

Steel rivets. Plus center divider trim sandwiches in between. Some custom builders delete the center trim for a smooth custom look. They usually weld the halves together. I prefer original look and will probably use a stainless center trim on my truck.

Thanks, Mike and Nate. I'm sure my progress will be slow but, hopefully steady. I think I will start with steering column install, back glass and windshield install and continue with, as Nate used to call it, "coachworks". That is door fitment with nice gaps all around. Steve.

Hello again, guys... Seems like a thousand years has passed since I posted here. My life and the world has changed dramatically. Fortunately, the old Chevy has been waiting patiently for my attention. So, I thought I might start back up on it. I need to bring my focus in to things close, and, I...

My truck had 15", stock wheels when I bought it. I think they are still around here somewhere. Anyway, I remember they all had inner tubes, and the center section of the wheels were riveted to the rim portion. Not welded. Therefore the need for tubes. I also remember as a young kid, my uncle...

Very interesting old school swap plan. I would love to follow this, with plenty of pictures, if possible. Steve.

I'm thinking the starter should be un-affected, since you already have a T-350. The TV cable will require some fabrication, and is a critical adjustment. Not sure about the driveshaft. A 4L60E, would eliminate the TV cable, but, requires the onboard computer. You would also have to fab a...

I think it would be a swap out. The early 4L60E's, have the older small block bellhousing. I have one from a '98 S-10. You can purchase a aftermarket controller. I bought the F.A.S.T., unit. The computer control units allow you to customise shift points, and torque converter lock-up. Might be...

I know there are some repro, complete floor pans available from our host. Seems like I saw one recently were the seat riser was shipped loose, where you could choose to weld it in or not. Possibly could be ordered separate? I welded the repro floor pan in my truck, and ordered it with the seat...

Thanks, guys. I'm still in denial that the "Orange Crate", is gone, and Zigs, Jimmy is in new hands.... That doesn't mean Zig has to stop hounding us for PICTURES! Steve.

Thanks for the tips, Phil. I need to order that Lisle tool you pictured. I have a cheaper version of it, that I've used in the past on my Kenworth's flat glass. The tip on pushing wire under the rubber is excellent, and I've never heard that before. I will probably use that method. I did "edge...

I'm thinking of going ahead and installing the glass in my cab. I'm curious about our host's replacement windshields, and backglass. I'm thinking the vintage glass of the early 1950's, was a bit thinner than modern safety glass. I'm wondering if any of you all have used the replacement glass...

Thanks. The color is a custom. We tried to perfectly match a single stage Dupont, color from the mid 1980s. For some reason everybody told me it wasn't availiable in modern base/clear. We did match it, in my opinion, exactly, except this modern version is a pearl. After comparing our mix formula...

Hello, again, friends... Hard to believe it's been two years, nearly, since a 50 Chevy, progress report. Life sure gets away from us. Anyway... Just a tiny step forward, this week. I finished and painted the interior of the cab, last fall. Trouble is, I was far from satisfied with my work. Then...

Once again, this project is unbelievable... as good as they get! Thanks for the update! I've got to take the time to go back and re-read it. Fantastic! Steve. P.S., I bet your employer is very sad your retired.

Man, THIS ^^^^ IS COOL! Excellent!!! Steve.