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Old 12-02-2014, 11:11 PM
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Just read this from start to finish... Wow. I love the low buck, doesn't have to be perfect approach. Well done sir!
 
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Old 12-03-2014, 08:50 AM
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Just read this from start to finish... Wow. I love the low buck, doesn't have to be perfect approach. Well done sir!
Thanks, I am a big fan of your project as well! Low buck!
 
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Old 12-07-2014, 02:54 PM
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3 years!

I just realized it's been 3 years since I started this build thread......wow, time flies. I went back and read through the whole thing, what a project!

Been working on the running boards. I ended up cutting a bunch off the front edge to get the right length. Also had to extend the brackets a bit. Still need to make the fillers/skirts and trim the fender bottoms.
Also can't decide on battery placement, the OE had it on the right board with a cover as a step. I don't have the cover, so was thinking about hiding the battery behind the skirt towards the back. But then I still need to make a step.....dunno yet.

Also removed the leaking water pump....
 
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Looking good! I've been working on mine for over three years and have not done anywhere near as much work as you have. Just keep going, your getting close!
 
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making me feel better

I started on mine just a few months ago and i havent gotten past some de -rusting of parts.
 
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Running boards are beautiful work. Just noticed those beauty rings on the front. Nice period touch!
 
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Old 12-15-2014, 06:58 PM
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Still playing with running boards......got the right one cut and fitted, trimmed the fender bottom. Decided to put the battery behind the skirt, so I had to build a tray....will access from the rear. Now I have to build a step..
Need to finish the other side and get some sheet metal for the skirts
 
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Old 12-15-2014, 07:06 PM
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Nice fit on the running board Scott.
 
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Ditto! great fit between the board and the fender. Mine are way off, but a this stage I don't know if the fender or the board is off.....I'll fiddle with it someday.........


That's a great spot for the battery, I like it


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Old 12-22-2014, 06:28 PM
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Well, these running boards are turning into a real project......got the side skirts made and fitted. Need to reshape the rear corners of the boards now, build my step and get everything painted.

Happy Holidays everyone!
 
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Love your work Scott. Nice job!
 
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Really nice! I have been working on mine for 3 years too, but I have done nothing on it for the last 5 months! I have to settle to getting on here and seeing what others have done. Nice work Scott.
 
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Perfection in workmanship is always a pleasure to behold.
 
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Perfection in workmanship is always a pleasure to behold.
Perfection? Not even....but thank you Jim(and everyone) for your kind words.
Just trying to make it functional and somewhat pleasing to the eye. I love doing fab work, but this build is taking too long. I'm burning out....
 
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I read this thread front to back at least once every month or two, because I really like what you are doing and the way you are building it!
Strong work Scott!
 


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