ol' chebby's how to tech.s

[ol' chebby]

Consolidating my How to articles here to make it more useable for the new (and old) guys.

Feel free to add any other how tos from the forum.

The mother of all threads....How to assemble and AD..
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-assemble-an-ad.9530/

How to wire an AD...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-wire-an-ad.9536/

How to install a Trique latch kit...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-install-trique-latch-kit.12010/

How to rebuild rear cab mounts...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-replace-rear-body-mounts.18006/

How to wire a relay...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-wire-a-relay-or-relays-are-your-friend.13783/

How to change the ignition lock cylinder...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-change-out-the-origional-ignition-lock-cylinder.12295/

How to install bed wood...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/installing-bed-wood.12180/

How to run new brake lines...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-run-new-brake-lines.12161/

How to pinstripe your cab...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-pinstripe-your-cab-for-us-common-folk.12124/

How to rebuild vent windows...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/vent-window-rebuild.10877/

T bird IRS install....
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/new-rearend.9169/

How to build a gas tank...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-build-a-gas-tank.9177/

How to shorten a steering colomn...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-custom-fit-a-steering-column.7908/

How to install fender welting...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-install-fender-welting.18009/

How to install wiper bezels...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-install-wiper-bezels.18008/

How to install rear/ corner windows...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-install-rear-corner-windows.18007/

How to instal hood anti rattle strip..
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-install-hood-anti-rattle-strip.18010/

How to assemble front fenders...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-assemble-front-fenders.18011/

How to assemble doors...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-assemble-doors.18012/

How to hang the front clip...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-hang-the-front-clip.18013/

How to rebuild vent windows...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-rebuild-vent-windows.18014/

How to install cowl vent rubber...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-install-cowl-vent-rubber.18015/

How to install windsheild rubber...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-install-windsheild-rubber.18016/

 

[denisf]

Thanks very helpful

These are great!

 

[denisf]

vent window external pivot point

Russ thanks for the how to on the vent window. Silly question, how should one remove the pin in the pivot point on the outside of the window?

 

[ol' chebby]

drill it out carefully.

 

[denisf]

thanks

Thanks, just ordered new rivets. Denis

 

[ol' chebby]

How to install inside windsheild trim....
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-install-inside-windsheild-trim.18028/

How to install door windlace..
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-install-door-windlace.18030/

How to install headliner...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-install-headliner.18029/

How to rebuild quad guages....
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-rebuild-quad-guage.18031/

How to make marker lights stay on with headlights...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-make-marker-lights-stay-on-with-headlights.18032/

How to install cab to running board seals..
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-install-cab-to-running-board-seals.18034/

How to install Pertronix points eliminator module....
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-install-pertronix-points-eliminator-module.18035/

How to install ignition lock cylinder...
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-change-ignition-lock-cylinder.18036/

 

[ol' chebby]

How to fix temp. gauge....
https://talk.classicparts.com/threads/how-to-fix-a-temp-guage.18110/

 

[51 chevy pu]

Thanks

Thanks for all of your work on this. From all of us that thought, hey, it's a pick up, how complicated could it be?!?

 

[ol' chebby]

Its just a tractor with a body. Any farmer can rebuild it out in the field......

 

[vwnate1]

I Prefer :

" It's an anvil with wheels " .

 

[ol' chebby]

Bringing this back up to the top for the new guys.

 

[ol' chebby]

Nother refresher for the new guys...

 

[ronaldg]

Lowering your truck

Hey old cheby thanks for all the priceless information is it possible that you could show how you lowerd your truck i am considering doing that and would like some information i am sure the others would also thanks again.

 

[ol' chebby]

Fatman superlow IRS with 2" spindles and air ride. Rear is a 95 T bird IRS welded up as high in the frame as possible to avoid cutting the bed floor, also with air ride.

 

[ol' chebby]

Top again for the newbies....

 

[sberman]

wow lots of good info here
thanks for your hard work

 

[Ricos54]

That was great info and will help me through my build, so thank you

Rico

 

[Zig]

Russ is like that~ Not bad, for an artist...

He's even got a link on pin striping, just in case you might feel lucky.

 

[ol' chebby]

I try to bring it to the top every now and again for the new guys.

You can subscribe to this thread to make it easier to find.

 

[Kens 50 PU]

I try to bring it to the top every now and again for the new guys.

You can subscribe to this thread to make it easier to find.

Better yet, let's convince our awesome host to make it a "sticky"! This is too good a resource to get lost every 3-4 weeks. What do you guys say? Should this be a "sticky" and mandatory reading for all newbs? My vote is cast! Thanks Russ!