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A friend of mine lives in a converted church. The weird bit is that he was christened in the church, his parents were married in the church and his grandparents are buried in the church grave yard. It is a beautiful home but gives me the willies. P.  So you are a religious man? I quite enjoy graveyards They have so much to say usually. Not that the dead say a lot. Partial lunar eclipse this morning early. Sunrise was just a continuous spectacle.   Weekend soon. nickwheeler saving my butt on Sunday around midday with the Rezin Rockit rear brakes if anyone wants to come cheer us on. Fridays are mostly good unless a deadline is included. . |
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Nov 20, 2021 10:31:32 GMT
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After a thread started by HoTWire about SEMA that also features an S10 builders winner, I thought I would add some pics of the cab configuration which is often missed by many. Thread: forum.retro-rides.org/thread/220212/sema-2021-battle-builders-topThanks for the extra info grizz it was tricky to get enough info on all the builds in the time between announcement and when we recorded. Actually partly why I made this thread as I'm hoping to spend a bit of time filling in the gaps. S10 is definitely much smaller than I thought then! My S10 is about 100mm or 3-4” narrower than my 2020 Ford Focus estate. Thought I would post a few pics of the 3rd door in here for those interested, or not and for rmad and HoTWire to broaden their S10 knowlege 😉 The door is almost invisible, unless you know that the shut line on the rear of the cab actually for the door.  So once the small door is opened, a skinny lad life Hotwire and others could get in there and sit on the sideways mounted seat for a 5-10 mile trip to a pub, show etc. Full size …. Chunky (fat buggers) like me would fit in there mainly if hijacked or prodded with an AK47 in the back, or a Glock in the neck for an indefinite distance ride.  The 3rd door also locks in place to form the B-pillar for the drivers door. So it cannot latch unless you close it.  These are on a long wheelbase chassis, and actually have a different length to the LWB trucks. The bed is a really useful 6 foot bed as well. Turning circle on these are extremely poop, and having mounted slightly wider than standard tyres, I have a bit of chassis rub on full lock. Other than that, these trucks have extremely comfortable seating and ergonomics are on par with luxury cars of the era. Aircon, speed-o-cruise control, automatic gearbox with an overdrive gear in my ZQ8 factory special which included a bunch of nice touches like upgrades on steering and factory lowering has made this truck a real keeper, unless someone needs to have it more than me. |
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Nov 20, 2021 19:45:23 GMT
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My mate Kevin continues to move along with his build. Wiring currently challenges him.  The S10 on the other hand is an absolute pleasure.  Life does go on. And it’s good. |
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Chilly day yesterday, possibly the first one this year. Weather has been so mild to date, so dropping to Paul Y territory meant I had three T-shirts and one of my garage hoodies on to protect my chest and prevent couching and spluttering.  So when I built the carport, I knew that at some point I may want to add a curtain to cut the breeze and even hold in some “HEAT” First job was drilling pilot holes, and then adding these coach screws, a 3/4 box of which cost me about £2.00 at a bootfair last year. New impact driver working nicely, the drill being a pain in the butt releasing the drill bit constantly.  Once the canvas was measured as the holes are individually spaced, screws were in, it was time to hook and hang the truck curtain side to see how it fits before nickwheeler came around midday to help me do the rear brakes on the Rezin Rockit. Of course it is way too big, so I guess a bit of folding and tucking will be in order.  Looking over from the neighbours yard, it is obvious that there is a 4 foot gap from the left side. This can be fixed……. Or not. Due to folding under and raound some beam ends it is a bit slack.  I think it will work well along with the space heater later in winter and for now it is folded, packed and put away. Small steps. I also raked up,a load of leaves, cut the grass and pulled some dead bits from the side beds. |
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So I'm guessing that the 6 foot bed is used when the 'passenger' becomes uncooperative about getting in the 3rd door despite the presence of AK47's or Glocks?? 😳
Edit- that was supposed to come after the post about S10's, not blue tarps!
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Chilly day yesterday, possibly the first one this year. Weather has been so mild to date, so dropping to Paul Y territory meant I had three T-shirts and one of my garage hoodies on to protect my chest and prevent couching and spluttering. So when I built the carport, I knew that at some point I may want to add a curtain to cut the breeze and even hold in some “HEAT” First job was drilling pilot holes, and then adding these coach screws, a 3/4 box of which cost me about £2.00 at a bootfair last year. New impact driver working nicely, the drill being a pain in the butt releasing the drill bit constantly. Once the canvas was measured as the holes are individually spaced, screws were in, it was time to hook and hang the truck curtain side to see how it fits before nickwheeler came around midday to help me do the rear brakes on the Rezin Rockit. Of course it is way too big, so I guess a bit of folding and tucking will be in order. Looking over from the neighbours yard, it is obvious that there is a 4 foot gap from the left side. This can be fixed……. Or not. Due to folding under and raound some beam ends it is a bit slack. I think it will work well along with the space heater later in winter and for now it is folded, packed and put away. Small steps. I also raked up,a load of leaves, cut the grass and pulled some dead bits from the side beds. That curtain side looks like an excellent solution to making an outside space warm enough. Unfortunately, you have reminded me about leaves, and the final five hour grass cut of the year.😢 |
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Nov 22, 2021 18:35:44 GMT
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So I'm guessing that the 6 foot bed is used when the 'passenger' becomes uncooperative about getting in the 3rd door despite the presence of AK47's or Glocks?? 😳 Edit- that was supposed to come after the post about S10's, not blue tarps! LoL I am glad it is not only me that gets caught out like that. But bed is just right. |
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Nov 22, 2021 18:39:10 GMT
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That curtain side looks like an excellent solution to making an outside space warm enough. Unfortunately, you have reminded me about leaves, and the final five hour grass cut of the year.😢 You certainly have a farm to clear up Phil. That is a lot of work and time. Curtain is way too long, but I wont cut it shorter. I do hope it works. |
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Nov 22, 2021 18:52:09 GMT
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How much too long is the tarp grizz? Long enough to double up back to the top and lay a piece of wood along the fold inside to weigh it down? Would help it keep still too. If it's not long enough maybe you could rope it if it's the sort with ready fitted eyelets? Edit- probably only works if you don't need to keep opening it |
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How much too long is the tarp grizz? Long enough to double up back to the top and lay a piece of wood along the fold inside to weigh it down? Would help it keep still too. If it's not long enough maybe you could rope it if it's the sort with ready fitted eyelets? Edit- probably only works if you don't need to keep opening it How much too long? Too long for comfort, too short to double up. But….. Plan is to use the tie down ropes on the other end and to combine them, and pull it up to a point where it is just touching the floor. The front barge board is actually only a length of decking, never fitted for strength, hanging of little extensions, that are in turn held in place with screws only. Time will tell. |
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glenanderson
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Club RR Member Number: 64
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Nov 23, 2021 10:52:14 GMT
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That bit of canvas is big enough to drag a sizeable boat to the other side of the world. It either needs to be secured well to something that won’t move, or it needs to be free to flap in the breeze. I’d be tempted to cut it into 1’ or 18” wide strips and hang it overlapping like you see thermal curtains in warehouses. Easy to get in and out, easy to put up and take down, and way less likely to do any damage if the wind gets up.
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My worst worry about dying is my wife selling my stuff for what I told her it cost...
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Nov 23, 2021 11:06:31 GMT
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That bit of canvas is big enough to drag a sizeable boat to the other side of the world. It either needs to be secured well to something that won’t move, or it needs to be free to flap in the breeze. I’d be tempted to cut it into 1’ or 18” wide strips and hang it overlapping like you see thermal curtains in warehouses. Easy to get in and out, easy to put up and take down, and way less likely to do any damage if the wind gets up. Smart idea. You’re quite a clever chap aren’t you? |
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glenanderson
Club Retro Rides Member
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Nov 23, 2021 11:44:09 GMT
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That bit of canvas is big enough to drag a sizeable boat to the other side of the world. It either needs to be secured well to something that won’t move, or it needs to be free to flap in the breeze. I’d be tempted to cut it into 1’ or 18” wide strips and hang it overlapping like you see thermal curtains in warehouses. Easy to get in and out, easy to put up and take down, and way less likely to do any damage if the wind gets up. Smart idea. You’re quite a clever chap aren’t you? Thanks. 😃 My cleverness is tempered with extreme ineptitude in other areas. 🤣🤣🤣 |
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My worst worry about dying is my wife selling my stuff for what I told her it cost...
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Nov 23, 2021 12:55:32 GMT
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Can't you just park a car (or pick up) on the bottom part, will hold it down and give the canvas some protection from the wind.
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Nov 23, 2021 13:32:44 GMT
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Can't you just park a car (or pick up) on the bottom part, will hold it down and give the canvas some protection from the wind. Ah, but what happens if he wishes to use that vehicle on a day when the wind turbines work? |
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Nov 23, 2021 14:30:53 GMT
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So I'm guessing that the 6 foot bed is used when the 'passenger' becomes uncooperative about getting in the 3rd door despite the presence of AK47's or Glocks?? 😳 Edit- that was supposed to come after the post about S10's, not blue tarps! Surely blue tarp would be handy for rolling your uncooperative passenger in after you have used your Glock or AK47, but before loading them into the bed? Might help with possible stainage... |
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Nov 23, 2021 19:26:47 GMT
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That bit of canvas is big enough to drag a sizeable boat to the other side of the world. It either needs to be secured well to something that won’t move, or it needs to be free to flap in the breeze. I’d be tempted to cut it into 1’ or 18” wide strips and hang it overlapping like you see thermal curtains in warehouses. Easy to get in and out, easy to put up and take down, and way less likely to do any damage if the wind gets up. Not going to cut it up. At best fold and leave to flap around with edge on the floor. |
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Nov 23, 2021 19:29:37 GMT
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That bit of canvas is big enough to drag a sizeable boat to the other side of the world. It either needs to be secured well to something that won’t move, or it needs to be free to flap in the breeze. I’d be tempted to cut it into 1’ or 18” wide strips and hang it overlapping like you see thermal curtains in warehouses. Easy to get in and out, easy to put up and take down, and way less likely to do any damage if the wind gets up. Smart idea. You’re quite a clever chap aren’t you? Smart idea. You’re quite a clever chap aren’t you? Thanks. 😃 My cleverness is tempered with extreme ineptitude in other areas. 🤣🤣🤣 You will really like Glen if you were to meet him Phil. I do not like a lot of people (hard to believe?? ) But Glen, like a few others on here can come knocking at 03.00 and the kettle will go on, and a blanket or two tossed on the couch for him. The bonus I find, lies in his thought processes and logic. |
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Nov 23, 2021 19:33:13 GMT
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Can't you just park a car (or pick up) on the bottom part, will hold it down and give the canvas some protection from the wind. Can't you just park a car (or pick up) on the bottom part, will hold it down and give the canvas some protection from the wind. Ah, but what happens if he wishes to use that vehicle on a day when the wind turbines work? I do not want to tie it down completely, and the movement is bound to damage and chafe the paint , on the truck it would not be worth the risk. I think I will get away with a 2x4 in the sling that the folded up and suspended part will create. I think we ( I ) will be OK. Hopefully. |
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Nov 23, 2021 19:34:52 GMT
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So I'm guessing that the 6 foot bed is used when the 'passenger' becomes uncooperative about getting in the 3rd door despite the presence of AK47's or Glocks?? 😳 Edit- that was supposed to come after the post about S10's, not blue tarps! Surely blue tarp would be handy for rolling your uncooperative passenger in after you have used your Glock or AK47, but before loading them into the bed? Might help with possible stainage... Spot on. But I also have pre-dug trench out back for all eventualities I have an old rug stashed as well, for the same scenario |
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