Roadster Shop/Craftsman C-10 Muscle Truck

[RS-Chris]

We are pleased to introduce a new Roadster Shop C-10 build coming your way!

We have teamed up with Craftsman Tools to build a '69 Chevy C-10, utilizing our FAST TRACK C-10 chassis (http://roadstershop.com/chassis/1967-72-c-10/), Forgeline wheels and a host of custom touches to make for a pretty badass truck.

The build is being documented, filmed and will be featured on the Craftsman YouTube site, Club Community (https://club.craftsman.com/community/#/homepage), Facebook page etc. The truck will then be auctioned at Barrett Jackson with all proceeds going to Heroes at Home charity.

Check out the preview video!:

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The starting point:

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[camcojb]

This should be a real cool build. Thanks for posting Chris.

[Ketzer]

Any chance you guys are keeping the six-banger in there?



Jeff-

[214Chevy]

Anything the RS builds I'm gonna be glued to the screen watching. Let's go!! :ohsnap:

[tones2SS]

Anything the RS builds I'm gonna be glued to the screen watching. Let's go!! :ohsnap:

^^What Marcus said here. You can't go wrong.

[05chevy]

sure.. tease us with a couple pictures and a 30 second video haha cant wait to see this one! I know it will be sick like every other build you guys pump out!

[bhcustomdesigns]

This is going to be a awesome build I will be watching this one :thumbsup:

[RS-Chris]

Any chance you guys are keeping the six-banger in there?



Jeff-

Lol - we are known for our small HP, tiny engine builds. :sarcasm_smiley:

[RS-Chris]

Anything the RS builds I'm gonna be glued to the screen watching. Let's go!! :ohsnap:

^^What Marcus said here. You can't go wrong.

sure.. tease us with a couple pictures and a 30 second video haha cant wait to see this one! I know it will be sick like every other build you guys pump out!

Don't worry, there is plenty more to come!

This is going to be a awesome build I will be watching this one :thumbsup:

Thanks!

With the teardown underway, a vote was held across the Craftsman and our Facebook pages to select the main color for the truck.

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After 3470 votes, the charcoal scheme was voted as winner. We then offered two distinct options based on the charcoal scheme:

1.
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or 2.
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with over 6600 votes, we have a winner, but which one would you go for?

[novahollic]

that second one is just about perfect. :hail:


cant wait to see this one take shape!

[Flash68]

#1 FTW... very cool truck.

[Sieg]

After careful consideration #1 :D

Please don't use that woodgrain insert trim. :sieg:

[DBasher]

I'm diggin the first one but the red on the wheels isn't working for me. Either way, when I win it I probably won't change a thing!

Ps I'm 6'5" 245lbs, if that helps lay out the interior.:thumbsup:

Pss cool to see you're keeping it a long bed

Dan

[RS-Chris]

I'm diggin the first one but the red on the wheels isn't working for me. Either way, when I win it I probably won't change a thing!

Ps I'm 6'5" 245lbs, if that helps lay out the interior.:thumbsup:

Pss cool to see you're keeping it a long bed

Dan

Lol - nice try...
Actually it will be converted to a short bed.

You can have us switch it back to a long bed when you win it. :unibrow:

[ScotI]

Lol - nice try...
Actually it will be converted to a short bed.

You can have us switch it back to a long bed when you win it. :unibrow:

Keep it swb wheelbase but...... how about increasing the cab dimensions to similar proportions as the 88-98 c/k trucks. Much better leg room in the c/k series vs the 6x-87's (current owner of a 64, 67, & 90swb; previous owner of a 74swb).

[DBasher]

I guess I can just leave the tailgate down:D

[aggie91]

I prefer the second one. But, I will take either...:whistling:

[67goatman455]

gah...i hope that wood trim doesn't make it. Oh well, ill still drive it :headspin:

[65 347]

If you have to do a two tone, I would go with the first one.

Mike

[89 RS]

This is going to be another awesome build! I like both schemes, but leaning towards the second one more.

[Rick D]

Number 2 for me, just because the first one looks like Phil's orange and white truck to much!! But don't worry I won't change either if I win it!! :welcome3:

[groovyjay]

#1 Ftw

[onefast70elco]

Number 2..

[Ketzer]

I like two too! :y0!:


Jeff-

[waynieZ]

#1 for me

[214Chevy]

Ironically, 2 is my favorite number and #2 is on the money. :G-Dub:

#2

[RS-Chris]

Here is the first episode of the video series!:

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...and some 'behind the scenes' shots of whats been going on the last few weeks. Full filming crew and production team descended upon us. Part of the shop has been cleared and turned into the set for the build of the truck.

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[RS-Chris]

On to the truck...teardown: Disassembly reveals a few areas for some rust repair.

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[GregWeld]

That's awesome!


Disruptive -- but awesome! LOL

[BBC71Nova]

Cool. A C10 is on my bucket list.

BTW, do I have to buy a car to get one of those sweet looking RS shirts?:D I'll have to look for that trailer at the next show I guess.

[mild2wild]

On to the truck...teardown: Disassembly reveals a few areas for some rust repair.

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Awesome build, awesome video. And free Craftsman cabinets and tools to boot!

[SBDave]

Ahhh my dad had a chevy that looked exactly like this. Long bed, faded green with the white cab and a camper. He used it as his work truck from the early 70's til about '07. Drove it out from Illinois when he moved to CA. Truck had rust everywhere (fist sized hole right above the rear passenger wheel wheel). Wish I hadn't pushed him to get rid of it but at the time he had a new work truck and the C10 was just being used to store stuff. Man, the memories I have of that truck are priceless!

Hurry up and strip it so I can shut up about all this hahaha
-Dave

[RS-Chris]

That's awesome!


Disruptive -- but awesome! LOL

It's definitely interesting to see what all goes on behind the scenes to make a show and the number of people and equipment involved in setting up just a couple of shots.

Cool. A C10 is on my bucket list.

BTW, do I have to buy a car to get one of those sweet looking RS shirts?:D I'll have to look for that trailer at the next show I guess.

Yes. You have to buy a car. (2 cars gets you a hoodie)

OR...We have a Facebook store you can order through HERE (https://www.facebook.com/RoadsterShop/app_251458316228) or you can just give give us a call. (we are out of XL's though...should have more soon)

Ahhh my dad had a chevy that looked exactly like this. Long bed, faded green with the white cab and a camper. He used it as his work truck from the early 70's til about '07. Drove it out from Illinois when he moved to CA. Truck had rust everywhere (fist sized hole right above the rear passenger wheel wheel). Wish I hadn't pushed him to get rid of it but at the time he had a new work truck and the C10 was just being used to store stuff. Man, the memories I have of that truck are priceless!

Hurry up and strip it so I can shut up about all this hahaha
-Dave

More updates coming soon!

[RS-Chris]

Here are the latest videos on the C-10 build!

Episode 2: Finding the Truck

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and Episode 3: Disassembly and rust repair

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[fleetus macmullitz]

I have a request...make those great vids longer.


We'll pay extra.
:G-Dub:



:D

[rkleypas]

Chris, I think every build needs a full camera crew. Just saying. I love watching this stuff.

[FETorino]

That's awesome!


Disruptive -- but awesome! LOL

Yea very cool and I imagine a PITA.:thumbsup:

Cool. A C10 is on my bucket list.

BTW, do I have to buy a car to get one of those sweet looking RS shirts?:D I'll have to look for that trailer at the next show I guess.

You can't go wrong buying a car from RS so if you like the shirt why not spend a little extra.:lol:

:cheers:

[SWAPMEETCRAZY]

Chris, I here u are goin to use a pair of these.....from a bud in Arkansas.....no secrets around here!!!...and yes they are even better in person...jim

[coolwelder62]

Guy's I have bad news,the Video length does match the requirement's as per the rule's here on Lateral-G.All video's must at least 10 minute's long.:lmao: Great job. Just kiddin!!!!!!

[RS-Chris]

I have a request...make those great vids longer.


We'll pay extra.
:G-Dub:

:D

Chris, I think every build needs a full camera crew. Just saying. I love watching this stuff.

Yea very cool and I imagine a PITA.:thumbsup:

You can't go wrong buying a car from RS so if you like the shirt why not spend a little extra.:lol:

:cheers:

Guy's I have bad news,the Video length does match the requirement's as per the rule's here on Lateral-G.All video's must at least 10 minute's long.:lmao: Great job. Just kiddin!!!!!!

No arguments here on any of that! Longer videos would be great!

Chris, I here u are goin to use a pair of these.....from a bud in Arkansas.....no secrets around here!!!...and yes they are even better in person...jim

Stay tuned !

[RS-Chris]

Here is the latest episode: Building the chassis.

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[RS-Chris]

A few more picture updates on the Craftsman C-10.

The panels back from blasting:

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2891/9939062856_4b053c395b_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939062856/)
IMG_3242 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939062856/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5547/9939064456_892f394a77_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939064456/)
IMG_3244 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939064456/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

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IMG_3246 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939181493/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

Nice clean replacement for the firewall/toeboard:

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IMG_3406 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939090394/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

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IMG_3407 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939093124/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

And with the assistance of Dynacorn, some fresh sheetmetal for the cab!

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IMG_3614 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939071525/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

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IMG_3646 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939106824/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

[RS-Chris]

Given that we have somewhat of a reputation for C-10's with tidy handling, this one will be no different... :unibrow:

As mentioned, this will be getting our FAST TRACK C-10 chassis (More info HERE (http://roadstershop.com/chassis/1967-72-c-10/)) with 9" rear and Strange (http://www.strangeengineering.net/) rear axle and gears.

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IMG_3587 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939114665/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

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IMG_3589 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939145104/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

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IMG_3588 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939213094/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

And to perfectly compliment the FAST TRACK chassis, our RS by Penske double adjustable coilovers...

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IMG_3599 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939164446/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

and stopping duties taken care of with 6 piston Wilwood's (http://www.wilwood.com/Index.aspx) up front and 4's on the rear.

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IMG_4326 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939498666/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

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IMG_3575 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/9939155525/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

[tones2SS]

I scrolled down to the chassis and I just stare at it shaking my head. (In a good way, of course!) Awesome guys!

[coolwelder62]

Chassis look's Amazing.I wish you lived next door to you folk's.Would loved to sit in the corner and just Watch!!!!!!!!the Magic.

[preston]

Is NVH a big concern on a vehicle like this ? I'm curious if you have noticed a problem using solid mounted shocks like that vs a rubber/poly bushing. I felt like using monoball mounted shocks made a noticeable difference in my vehicles, although replacing one end with a poly bushing didn't help that much. Just curious if you thought it mattered.

OTOH I told my shock builder what I was doing and he was horrified - I had just negated any subtlety to his valving.I think he was over reacting.

[strtcar]

who do you guys use for powdercoating the chassis?

[RS-Chris]

Episode 5! - Lowering the truck.

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[andrewb70]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAY9DEGx4As&feature=c4-overview&list=UUGnTa1dIWs7hMbCaOXwkIdg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbPAo2N0Xy8&feature=c4-overview&list=UUGnTa1dIWs7hMbCaOXwkIdg

[RS-Chris]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAY9DEGx4As&feature=c4-overview&list=UUGnTa1dIWs7hMbCaOXwkIdg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbPAo2N0Xy8&feature=c4-overview&list=UUGnTa1dIWs7hMbCaOXwkIdg

Thanks andrew!

Episode 6 - Body Panel Alignment

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Episode 7 - Installing the exhaust

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[89 RS]

Incredible work, this truck is going to be awesome! :thumbsup:

[wiedemab]

I must say - I think Mr. Gerber missed his calling in life as a narrator. He's done a great job on the voice-over work!

His voice kind of reminds me of Sam Elliot.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPVLyB0Yc6I

[RS-Chris]

I must say - I think Mr. Gerber missed his calling in life as a narrator. He's done a great job on the voice-over work!

His voice kind of reminds me of Sam Elliot.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPVLyB0Yc6I

Couldn't agree more...

He gets the Sam Elliot comparison a lot, but in his defense, they are very different. For example, in this picture, Sam Elliot is wearing a cowboy hat and Neal isn't.

Totally different... :_paranoid

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[GregWeld]

Hope I can remember to call him SAM when I see him at SEMA.... We'll dub him SEMA SAM!!


HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[preston]

Videos are great, just too short for me to pick up enough fabrication tips. I could spend 15 minutes just watching the guy use the power hammer.

And, y'all seem so young to be running such a huge successful business.

Other than Sema Sam that is.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Videos are great, just too short for me to pick up enough fabrication tips. I could spend 4 hours just watching the guy use the power hammer.

And, y'all seem so young to be running such a huge successful business.

Other than Sema Sam that is.
~fixed it for you~
I agree, cable is missing a real show. Remember Rides, American Chopper (pre soap opera) and Overhauling. I watched for the fabrication...

Sam Elliot voice over "theres a new sheriff in town"

Im sure you guys have enough projects to fill a few seasons. :hello:

[wiedemab]

The damned TV writers/producers would have the Gerber family yelling and screaming at each other to boost ratings.....I won't wish that on them -- - they seem too nice for that drama!

Just keep on cranking out cool projects!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

The damned TV writers/producers would have the Gerber family yelling and screaming at each other to boost ratings.....I won't wish that on them -- - they seem too nice for that drama!

Just keep on cranking out cool projects!

in house strong arm producer that will keep things grounded and not target the wives. Keep it a builders show.

[RS-Chris]

Videos are great, just too short for me to pick up enough fabrication tips. I could spend 15 minutes just watching the guy use the power hammer.

And, y'all seem so young to be running such a huge successful business.

Other than Sema Sam that is.

Don't worry, there are a few oldsters in the mix as well...

~fixed it for you~
I agree, cable is missing a real show. Remember Rides, American Chopper (pre soap opera) and Overhauling. I watched for the fabrication...

Sam Elliot voice over "theres a new sheriff in town"

Im sure you guys have enough projects to fill a few seasons. :hello:

Agreed on the demise of actual 'good' fab/car shows.
Sadly, like a car crash, the drama does attract a bigger audience and the technical content becomes only suitable for a niche audience.

The damned TV writers/producers would have the Gerber family yelling and screaming at each other to boost ratings.....I won't wish that on them -- - they seem too nice for that drama!

Just keep on cranking out cool projects!

Don't worry. We cringe at the scripted stuff too. At least if we all sound terrible on camera, the truck will be badass!

[RS-Chris]

Back to the truck... :thumbsup:

With chassis assembly coming together, we can begin the process of adressing the bed and cab.

With the assortment of Dynacorn panels and trim parts available, we have a nice, clean starting point to build upon.

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IMG_3865 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073288854/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

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IMG_3875 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073431303/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

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IMG_3886 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073436104/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

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IMG_3947 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073578923/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

With the new shortbed together, we create the opening in the bed floor to clearance the rear kickup and the cover panel.

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IMG_4052 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073585623/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

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IMG_4083 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073450204/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

New wheel tubs:

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IMG_4238 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073515475/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

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IMG_4263 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073617083/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

[RS-Chris]

New tailgate detail :unibrow:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7303/10073703865_acfe86f164_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073703865/)
IMG_4306 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073703865/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

Inner front wheeltubs taken care of with SloshTubs (http://www.sloshtubz.net/)

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IMG_3880 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074459283/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3759/10074609824_b79ef10dc7_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074609824/)
IMG_4086 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074609824/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

BeCool radiator and Wilwood MC in...

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2843/10074754413_0798a311dc_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074754413/)
IMG_4328 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074754413/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

Trans tunnel and driveshaft hump fabbed up and installed:

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3685/10073452744_7eb3bdf1dc_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073452744/)
IMG_4088 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073452744/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

[RS-Chris]

Wrapping up the cab details, door gaps, closeout panel etc...

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7459/10075319756_527092790b_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10075319756/)
IMG_4398 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10075319756/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2866/10073755026_c4b19bd266_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073755026/)
IMG_4395 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073755026/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2863/10073876453_c00fd6dca3_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073876453/)
IMG_4511 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073876453/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

Up on the lift, we can begin the exhaust install with Flowmaster mufflers:

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2809/10073722775_0b58fc543c_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073722775/)
IMG_4487 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073722775/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3678/10073769346_67df62c0b0_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073769346/)
IMG_4495 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073769346/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3833/10073731944_5fde9fa459_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073731944/)
IMG_4527 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073731944/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5492/10073713085_0c5b87d33f_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073713085/)
IMG_4335 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073713085/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

Rock Valley Tank installed:

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5340/10073781874_3b75579f4f_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073781874/)
IMG_4538 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073781874/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

[RS-Chris]

...and time for some gratuitous chassis/motor pics. Hope that's ok with everyone...

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3678/10073886116_c214a2dd02_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073886116/)
IMG_6355 (Custom) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073886116/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2844/10073809324_c198454069_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073809324/)
IMG_6352 (Custom) (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073809324/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

The stealthy looking motor is courtesy of Don Hardy Race cars (http://donhardyracecars.com/): LS3 based, 376c.i. making 550hp.

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3709/10074153333_d97b587ea3_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074153333/)
IMG_6374 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074153333/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3669/10074070405_d48e9a2bb3_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074070405/)
IMG_6373 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074070405/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

On rollers (these are not the final wheels)

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5471/10074117026_16dd865a39_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074117026/)
IMG_6908 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074117026/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7329/10074085035_887b46ff42_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074085035/)
IMG_6910 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074085035/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3742/10074120446_00cd5927be_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074120446/)
IMG_6912 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074120446/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2875/10074206883_7edb64c465_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074206883/)
IMG_6918 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074206883/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7449/10074125745_23d82680c5_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074125745/)
IMG_6902 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10074125745/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

[dontlifttoshift]

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7303/10073703865_acfe86f164_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073703865/)

Did you guys make this? If so, super impressed I am. That is really deep to go with the pullmax without taco-ing the whole thing.

[tellyv]

Looks great! Love your builds!

[tones2SS]

Amazing work as usual.

[214Chevy]

Unbelievable, stunning, superb, flawless, spectacular, unrivaled, splendid, awsome, impressive, magnificent, amazing, astonishing, wonderful, invigorating, refreshing, superior, smashing, winner, champion, leader, chart topping, award winning, second to none, leader of the pack, big chief...uhhhh, get my point yet?

[Vince@Meanstreets]

I'm with that guy

[Richio1]

Me too /\

[Evan Iroc-Z]

The work you guys turn out is incredible! I do have a question on the cover panel. I see you just created a lip to go under the bed floor, is there a reason you left it flat vs. following the natural contours? Was it just because it was easier? Trying to give my brother ideas for his '72.

Wrapping up the cab details, door gaps, closeout panel etc...


http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3833/10073731944_5fde9fa459_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073731944/)
IMG_4527 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073731944/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

[Roadster Shop]

The work you guys turn out is incredible! I do have a question on the cover panel. I see you just created a lip to go under the bed floor, is there a reason you left it flat vs. following the natural contours? Was it just because it was easier? Trying to give my brother ideas for his '72.

Evan, yes... is was a decision based on labor time. It would have been a significant amount of work to put all of the ribs into front and back of the raised panel so it matched the original bed floor.

[Roadster Shop]

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7303/10073703865_acfe86f164_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073703865/)

Did you guys make this? If so, super impressed I am. That is really deep to go with the pullmax without taco-ing the whole thing.

Thanks Donnie. It was all made in house. I can't give away all of the secrets, but I can tell you that we use special anti-taco spray in cases like this.

[GregWeld]

There's just not much a guy can say about this exceptional quality of craftsmanship ----- HA!!! See how I slipped that in there!?!?!?!

[fleetus macmullitz]

Only bad trend I see happening is when these '68-'72 C-10's get built this way, how will the young gearheads coming up ever find out that a '69 Camaro is THE PT ride they're supposed to have?

:D

[aggie91]

I am a truck guy, so this build is off the charts for me! I only wish I could do something this cool soon....

:king:

[ChuckDriver]

Amazing work as always from you guys!

[protour73]

I love this build!!

Phil, you guys are always such a truckload of inspiration for those of us in this hobby.

When it comes down to it..........it really doesn't matter how deep your wallet is.

But after looking at any one of your builds, it just pushes a guy that really loves building or tweaking a car (or truck), to dig deep down and make the best use of the skills that you have, and the tools in your garage......to build something super cool.

Sorry, I always get geeked up checking out your builds!! :thankyou:

[FETorino]

When does the RS ever disappoint:headscratch:

Hmmm

:idea: NEVER :hail:

Beyond the quality of everything you do you guys always seem to pull something cool out of your bag of tricks on every build.

:cheers:

[RS-Chris]

Thanks again for the compliments!

The latest episode is up: Designing the truck

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[fleetus macmullitz]

The narration is good, but I heard Sam Elliott would do it for a custom RS 'stache trimmer.

[1965_SS]

New tailgate detail :unibrow:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7303/10073703865_acfe86f164_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073703865/)
IMG_4306 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10073703865/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

Tailgate looks awesome!!!!!!!!

It looks like you used two pieces to make that. A bottom piece that is flat with a the raised up portion for the R and the A's, and another piece which has the letters stamped through..........could be wrong though:headscratch:

[Evan Iroc-Z]

Are those billet C10 logos a one off design? Or are they available for sale?

[RS-Chris]

Tailgate looks awesome!!!!!!!!

It looks like you used two pieces to make that. A bottom piece that is flat with a the raised up portion for the R and the A's, and another piece which has the letters stamped through..........could be wrong though:headscratch:

Nope!

[RS-Chris]

Are those billet C10 logos a one off design? Or are they available for sale?

These are one-off for the truck - the 'C' is actually a Craftsman logo they use and 'By Roadster Shop' gets engraved on the bar below the '10'. So they are kind of specific to this truck. Stay tuned for the final pics of the emblems and we could probably run a set for you if you like them.

[1965_SS]

Nope!

Darn, I looked at the N and see a little black around it, like the N is stamped through and then just laid on top of the tailgate:headscratch:

[Chassisworks]

Chris, Do you guys have an Apelio?

[garickman]

Darn, I looked at the N and see a little black around it, like the N is stamped through and then just laid on top of the tailgate:headscratch:

I thought the same thing, then I just gave up trying to figure out how they do what they do. Simply Amazing!

[RS-Chris]

Chris, Do you guys have an Apelio?

We don't. Would be cool though!

[68EFIvert]

This is going to be cool!

[Chassisworks]

We don't. Would be cool though!

They're pretty awesome. That was my guess on how you did the letters. Either that or someone is pretty handy with a beadroller.

[badmatt]

Or they machined some poly die's on that Haas they bough and used a pullmax or a press?

[Evan Iroc-Z]

These are one-off for the truck - the 'C' is actually a Craftsman logo they use and 'By Roadster Shop' gets engraved on the bar below the '10'. So they are kind of specific to this truck. Stay tuned for the final pics of the emblems and we could probably run a set for you if you like them.

Trust me I am following this build as closely as possible. I am loving it. I'm guessing you wouldn't be able to use the Craftsman C due to copyright stuff, which is fine I am more interested in the Chevy C, but as of right now I am sold on getting a set.

[RS-Chris]

Good guesses on the tailgate, but the mystery goes on!

The next episode is up - Engine and Transmission.
The C-10 is receiving a Don Hardy LS3 making just over 550hp and Tremec T-56 Magnum.

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[214Chevy]

..... and we could probably run a set for you if you like them.

..... but as of right now I am sold on getting a set.

:y0!: :y0!: :y0!: :y0!: Make that 2 sets. I want some too! PM me with info, pricing, etc.

[RS-Chris]

Time to bring it more up to date with a few more pics from the paint shop and into final assembly! :

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3746/10273219203_e94bc81890_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273219203/)
IMG_5465 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273219203/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2870/10273222933_7f52390307_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273222933/)
Picture 117 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273222933/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7376/10273039074_e66bf71a6a_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273039074/)
DSC_0044 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273039074/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7368/10273140375_ca19c5afeb_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273140375/)
IMG_5859 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273140375/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

Laying down the Aston Martin 'Quantum Silver' with materials courtesy of PPG :

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7420/10272859274_d41a98c4b3_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10272859274/)
IMG_6421 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10272859274/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3725/10272943406_c6c411c081_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10272943406/)
IMG_6511 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10272943406/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8135/10273059823_e29b79fe40_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273059823/)
IMG_6560 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273059823/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7449/10273064933_5dbcdb04c1_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273064933/)
IMG_6637 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273064933/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

[RS-Chris]

Cab and chassis going together:

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2829/10272972035_559fe9786d_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10272972035/)
IMG_6951 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10272972035/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3737/10272971236_a4c79ec3c2_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10272971236/)
IMG_6958 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10272971236/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8135/10272991266_af3d2506b9_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10272991266/)
Picture 280 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10272991266/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5346/10273120813_b26280d301_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273120813/)
IMG_7618 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273120813/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5544/10272940094_c9c6eb10fb_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10272940094/)
IMG_7625 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10272940094/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5510/10273050745_8a5a627fa3_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273050745/)
IMG_7737 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10273050745/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

[syborg tt]

any chance you have pictures from GG Columbus when Kenny parked it in front of your tent. Now that would be a great before and after picture.

[RS-Chris]

Next episode is up: Body Assembly.

GGbbVydW0go

[tones2SS]

The color on that truck is superb!

[64pontiac]

As always, absolutely amazing! Great job guys!

[Roadster Shop]

any chance you have pictures from GG Columbus when Kenny parked it in front of your tent. Now that would be a great before and after picture.

I had a few on my phone but deleted them a few weeks ago. There are some good pictures of the truck (as it arrived at the shop right after Columbus) on page 1 of this thread.

[jarhead]

Couldn't agree more...

He gets the Sam Elliot comparison a lot, but in his defense, they are very different. For example, in this picture, Sam Elliot is wearing a cowboy hat and Neal isn't.

Totally different... :_paranoid

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2881/10069862825_a9eee5ff70_b.jpg

lol, I was waiting until I read all the posts to say this, and I see someone already made the comparison!

Cool truck by the way:D

[onefast70elco]

Hahaha! Perfect

[RS-Chris]

Latest episode is up - 'Installing the glass'

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[RS-Chris]

Next up- plumbing the truck:

wfgfOVDIgOY

[andrewb70]

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[syborg tt]

Love the video's but man I would really love some actually pictures

[Bryan O]

Really love the videos. Thanks.

[Sinco]

Very nice work!

[RS-Chris]

Latest episode: Interior

HB5wbt5JjN8

[waynieZ]

Great video. I love the truck.

[coolwelder62]

:thumbsup: Very Cool guy's.The tailgate w/Craftsman is an awesome Idea.:thumbsup:

[Evan Iroc-Z]

I'm in love with this truck. You guys have done an incredible job on it, although looking at your history I would expect nothing else.

[RS-Chris]

Thanks!!

Here are a few more shots before the complete reveal at the SEMA show next week.

The interior going together with the red Camaro seats and door accents:

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3748/10614980193_5bcd828a4d_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10614980193/)
IMG_8016 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10614980193/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2809/10614739216_19715b2aa8_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10614739216/)
IMG_8014 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10614739216/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

The fantastic looking Forgeline CF3C's and Wilwood rotor/calipers:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7459/10614746424_bda04bb850_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10614746424/)
IMG_8216 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10614746424/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5535/10614763256_b08a976725_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10614763256/)
IMG_8612 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10614763256/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

Some of the machined detail pieces we made for the truck: blower controls, Housing for the Kicker audio controller and the badging for the front fenders and glovebox door:

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7335/10614758284_648beece3f_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10614758284/)
IMG_8583 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10614758284/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3670/10614759546_c0d3f92846_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10614759546/)
IMG_8588 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10614759546/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3734/10614767516_216bc19762_b.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10614767516/)
IMG_8620 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10614767516/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

[coolwelder62]

Wow!!!!!The truck just keep's getting Better & Better with every part.:gitrdun:

[Musclerodz]

I'm guessing it is going to be in North Hall with Craftsman?

[Zanie]

It will be in the Craftsman Booth 21425
In the Racing and High Performance area.......

[Royalworks]

Thanks Donnie. It was all made in house. I can't give away all of the secrets, but I can tell you that we use special anti-taco spray in cases like this.

I would like some of this spray. I thought about doing this as well. I was gonna have the letters CNCed and the put on the press or just have them laser cut and build a jig for each letter. I keep looking to see trace marks of the bead roller. I cant see any.

[fleetus macmullitz]

More '68-'72 C10 builds are gonna start after this one debuts...classy and cool with serious guts underneath that great exterior. :thumbsup:

[Musclerodz]

More '68-'72 C10 builds are gonna start after this one debuts...classy and cool with serious guts underneath that great exterior. :thumbsup:

To me they took off last year when RS did the orange truck, and no limit and smittys built to run autocross to conquer the truck class. There are a couple more serious trucks being built right now that have a little press on them.

[fleetus macmullitz]

To me they took off last year when RS did the orange truck, and no limit and smittys built to run autocross to conquer the truck class. There are a couple more serious trucks being built right now that have a little press on them.

I agree Mike.

I think this build will help stoke that fire some more though. :thumbsup:

Back to topic...the Craftsman touches are so cool IMO.

[Zanie]

I have been up close to this truck for the entire build. You will be hard pressed to find a more precisely put together 67 -72 c10.
The fit is crazy perfect, lines are lazer straight and the finish is flawless, and thats just the stuff normal people will notice.
This truck is just nuts. The guys at RS are such a talented group of guys. They took everything they learned on the orange truck and ratcheted it up (tool humor).
If you go to SEMA make sure you don't miss the other two chevy trucks they just finished for for the show (one is blue & one is green). The talent inside the walls of The Roadster Shop is mind boggling, I learn something new every time I walk in the door.

[fleetus macmullitz]

I have been up close to this truck for the entire build. You will be hard pressed to find a more precisely put together 67 -72 c10.
The fit is crazy perfect, lines are lazer straight and the finish is flawless, and thats just the stuff normal people will notice.
This truck is just nuts. The guys at RS are such a talented group of guys. They took everything they learned on the orange truck and ratcheted it up (tool humor).
If you go to SEMA make sure you don't miss the other two chevy trucks they just finished for for the show (one is blue & one is green). The talent inside the walls of The Roadster Shop is mind boggling, I learn something new every time I walk in the door.

Dan,

Great post... makes me want to see alot of all 3 trucks they built. :thumbsup:

[garickman]

The talent inside the walls of The Roadster Shop is mind boggling, I learn something new every time I walk in the door.

If I lived close enough to the Roadster Shop where I could go visit them, they would hate me!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

ha aint lying. :getout:

[fleetus macmullitz]

ha aint lying. :getout:


:lol:

Vince,

But you were kind not to mention the 'pop-ins' at the MSperfab Estate during dinner with the family.

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[RS-Chris]

Thanks for the compliments everyone!

Next video is up - wheels and tires:

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[preston]

First of all you guys really nailed the interior on this thing - its easy for a shop to kind of do the easy route and just slam in some over-leathered smoothed out street rod style interior, but you guys really came down in the perfect place combining the original utilitarian steel panelled stuff with some softer materials and brighter colors.

Question- in the interior episode it was mentioned that you stamped out the CRAFTSMAN logo on the tailgate "in aluminum". The tailgate looks so OEM I can't imagine you built the whole thing out of aluminum. Did the video mis-speak or did you actually integrate an aluminum piece into a restored OEM tailgate ? CAn you elaborate a bit on how that was done ? (not asking the secrets to the perfectly formed logo letters !)

[andrewb70]

First of all you guys really nailed the interior on this thing - its easy for a shop to kind of do the easy route and just slam in some over-leathered smoothed out street rod style interior, but you guys really came down in the perfect place combining the original utilitarian steel panelled stuff with some softer materials and brighter colors.

Question- in the interior episode it was mentioned that you stamped out the CRAFTSMAN logo on the tailgate "in aluminum". The tailgate looks so OEM I can't imagine you built the whole thing out of aluminum. Did the video mis-speak or did you actually integrate an aluminum piece into a restored OEM tailgate ? CAn you elaborate a bit on how that was done ? (not asking the secrets to the perfectly formed logo letters !)

In the video I caught something about laser cutting the letters and using them as a die to stamp the aluminum.

Andrew

[aggie91]

I think his question is how they got the aluminum attached to the steel tailgate...??

I caught that too in the video....

[RS-Chris]

First of all you guys really nailed the interior on this thing - its easy for a shop to kind of do the easy route and just slam in some over-leathered smoothed out street rod style interior, but you guys really came down in the perfect place combining the original utilitarian steel panelled stuff with some softer materials and brighter colors.

Question- in the interior episode it was mentioned that you stamped out the CRAFTSMAN logo on the tailgate "in aluminum". The tailgate looks so OEM I can't imagine you built the whole thing out of aluminum. Did the video mis-speak or did you actually integrate an aluminum piece into a restored OEM tailgate ? CAn you elaborate a bit on how that was done ? (not asking the secrets to the perfectly formed logo letters !)

I think his question is how they got the aluminum attached to the steel tailgate...??

I caught that too in the video....

To integrate the aluminum piece with the letters, we used 3M Panel Bond adhesive, a technique used in the collision industry and by automotive manufacturers to bond dissimilar materials.

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IMG_4351 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10802932373/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

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IMG_4394 (http://www.flickr.com/photos/roadstershop/10802687185/) by Roadster Shop (http://www.flickr.com/people/roadstershop/), on Flickr

[RS-Chris]

Well, the truck made it's official debut at the SEMA show last week and was a huge hit. We were also honored to take home a GM design award for the C-10 for best GM G-machine.

Hopefully in the next couple of days, I'll have some good completed pics. In the meantime, here are the next few videos to bring us up to date:

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[RS-Chris]

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7183/13765511234_7e36d1bb1f_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/mYpQUA)

With the truck heading for the Barrett Jackson Palm Beach auction block tomorrow (approx 3:30pm), it seems fitting to do a quick pic update of a few cool shots from the last few weeks.

The truck is being auctioned at the Barrett-Jackson event with proceeds going to 'Rebuilding Together Inc'.

Check out the auction listing HERE (http://www.barrett-jackson.com/application/onlinesubmission/lotdetails.aspx?ln=3000&aid=543)

We also have the entire collection of build videos in one place on our site here: www.roadstershop.com/craftsman-c10

And some pics: :thumbsup:

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https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7069/13765013883_c56d9348bf_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/mYni4z)

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[RS-Chris]

Couple more...!

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https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3791/13765015755_2a7c39a1f2_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/mYniBR)

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https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7269/13765028563_9a6c71c1a9_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/mYnnqF)

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[tones2SS]

That is such a beautiful truck. Excellent build!

[Evan Iroc-Z]

That is such a beautiful truck. Excellent build!

Couldn't have said it better myself! I love this truck.

[214Chevy]

This truck is awesome on top of awesome. Then, mixed with a touch of bad a$$.

[JB400]

Just went across the block for $90,000