Boobs and Trucks
The 97 Chevy project is coming along nicely. I have to keep much of the project under wraps because the build will be showcased in the mag. I can share that I finally got all of the cosmetic things fixed and she’s running like a champ now. It amazes me how people let their vehicles go and don’t fix even minor stuff. Here is a list of parts I have fixed or replaced so far.
Drivers inside door handle – was broken
Drivers outside door handle – was broken
Drivers door latch – got stuck all the time
Drivers seat bracket – loose
Drivers side mirror – totally busted replaced with off the shelf part – need to find OEM one from a junkyard
Throttle position sensor – was throwing a check engine light and causing a hard shift
Next up I need to tackle the windshield wipers. They work, but not consistently and the wiper fluid doesn’t work at all. I also need to figure out what is going on with the head lamps. They point straight at the ground and twisting the adjustment knobs doesn’t cure it. So, either the lights are broken or the adjustment knobs are. I will probably just buy new head lamps because the ones on the truck are getting that 10 year old yellow fade. Repairing all of these little things will help the resale of this truck one day and didn’t take much time to do.
I am finding Summit Racing to be one of the best sites for old truck parts. I also ordered a catalog from LMC Truck, probably the best OEM replacement guide books out there.
As you can see in the picture above, the truck received some new tires the other day as well. Toyo Open Country MT’s. They are one of my favorite tires next to the BFGoodrich ATKO. Part of me wants to build a really trick prerunner and part of me wants to keep this truck somewhat mild. I am on the fence but will decide very soon. I found this truck on the net the other day and it’s giving me some ideas.
On another note, my friend Stacey is trying out for Miss DDecember on KROQ. Go vote for her! Click here
