My 98' Build Thread

[Inverter]

Cutting up my previous d/d. So far Ive only removed the oem garbage but that was a job by itself.Taking my time.Thought I would share.http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd12/Inverter101/100_0238.jpg

Heres how it looks sinse I stripped it down.http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd12/Inverter101/IMG_0554.jpg

havent figured out how to load multiple photos from the bucket.Posting 1 at a time is annoying.
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[Kruznlow69]

looks good, whats in the plans??

[layindoor84]

What all did it take to put a carbed v-8 in it? Is it still the vortec block and heads?

[Chuggernaut]

All you need to do is paste multiple IMG code lines from photobucket in the same post.

[Inverter]

I plan on a 6 link and tube arms.Ill b rollin some 22 intro's.
Motor is 350 w centerbolt heads,not vortec. It took alot of gutting and still dont have it wired like it should be. Ive got so much in it I cant let it go. You know what I mean?

[layindoor84]

Yeah, I know. I put my hoe up for sale, a guy had cash for it, and I backed out. Hell, the body ain't even on it.

[Inverter]

Mashed my thumb w/a BFH getting this stuff off. Can u copy multiple img codes or do you just add them 1 at a time to the same post? God ,,I feel like a child..http://i223.photobucket.com/albums/dd12/Inverter101/IMG_0576.jpg

[Inverter]

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Thats better. Just documenting the unskilled labor...:D

[layindoor84]

What wiring harness are you gonna use. Are you running a 700r4 or what?

[Inverter]

Old school T350. The inside is totally gutted cept for wheel and seat,pedals,shifter. I have a Painless musclecar kit for it. Dont know if itll handle the airride wiring.Air management is so far away I havent even thought about that.

[layindoor84]

You can run seperate wiring for the air ride. I am thinking about going carbed on my vortec. I want to keep all the a/c and heat and stuff, but get rid of all the computer **** under the hood. The only reason I haven't made up my mind yet is cuz of the whipple charger I have on it.

[RSBAD454]

I would in no way ditch the factory fuel injection....what would be the reasoning behind doing so?

[FordeatinZ71]

yea, MUCH more efficient with the EFI...can get more performance potential out of the factory EFI as well...if you are dead-set on it staying gone, go with a $1,500 Holley Stealth-Ram injection system and get some real powah out of that beast...i'd run a built 700R4 behind it myself...that way you have OD for freeway cruising and no computer to run it...

[BLWright]

What all did it take to put a carbed v-8 in it? Is it still the vortec block and heads?
That's easy to do. My dad and I took a long block 5.7 out of a 98 (warranty claim for piston slap) and added an Edelbrock intake and carb. Ran perfect.

[Inverter]

I went carb cause most of my other vehicles are injection.Hell,everything is nowadays!Its going 2 b a basic Hotrod. Besides,,the truck was a 4.3/4L60E before. Carbed motors just have a certain sound that I like.
"Layindoor",,,Dont know what 2 tell ya.If it were me,,I'd keep it like it is and just reroute all the wiring and try and clean it up best u can. F/I is nice.

[Inverter]

I got some things done today.
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[Chop Top]

Nice.

On my 91 stepside I am keeping the factory tank hanger under the driver's side and am mounting a gel cell right there. I too plan on using the painless musclecar or street rod kit and just reroute a distribution block for the air from the new battery location.

I feel your pain drilling that spare tire holder out. When I finally got mine off I did the mexican hat dance around it.

CT

[Inverter]

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Got my notches partially done,and built and located the forward crossmember . Still need to fish plate the notches and locate them. Going to tie the notches to that raised member.Its gonna look sweet when I'm done. Thats all,,for a few days!

[layindoor84]

Looking good.

[94_Blacklabel]

were are you going to mount your fuel cell? and were did you get it?

[Inverter]

were are you going to mount your fuel cell? and were did you get it?
I plan on fabing a cage,behind the rear end,out of 1x1 tube.Something simple but sturdy.I'm using an RCI,I believe. You can get them from Jeggs.com or Summitracing.com,They come in all shapes n sizes. Mines a 24"x 20".24gal. I think.Go online and look through the catalogs,its fun.

[Inverter]

Looking good.
Thanks man,
This is my 1st real "on my own" project.I figure by the time the truck is finished,,I'll know what I'm doin. I used to be a cabinetmaker so I have some skill w/fabricating wood but this metal stuff is more fun. Much easier to cover your mistakes too.:aniteef:

[layindoor84]

Yeah, I know what you mean. I am in the same boat on my tahoe. I wish I would have built a frame for a truck first and the the hoe. It is a whole different world trying to stuff athe the suspension under an suv.

[Inverter]

You should post up some more photos of you chassis work.I saw some here way back.I need some inspiration..Id like to see that forced induction unit your using too.

[Inverter]

Did a little work this weekend.Need to get these monstars welded in.My back hurts from all the stoopin n bending.thats what she said!:aniteef:
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[Inverter]

I learned a little trick w/the brake line.Some of you may already know it. If you loosen the 2 small lines at the T-block,you can invert the whole set up and remount it.I thought it was worth noting.I just rebent the existing line from there to work w/my frame setup.
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It makes for a clean look.

[layindoor84]

Yeah that small stuff is pretty easy to rebend. Me, I decide to go all out and redo the whole brake line system from scratch. PAIN IN THE ASS.

[BagginA93chev]

looking good so far man.

[Inverter]

Got em welded in. Its startin to look like somethin now.My beads arent too bad for a beginner,I think.I'll let it rest for a few days and figure out my bridge config.Then the cell cage.Damn theres lots to do. Its nice to "not" have to work on it though,,Thats what makes it enjoyable.
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[stRanger]

the last pic, where the notch meets the upper frame rail, doesn't look like you got a lot of penetration between the frame and notch... dunno can't tell and don't know enough to tell ya what to do, just looks of it

[Inverter]

Yea,,its hard to tell by the blurry photo. My camera auto focus is not working on close ups. I was wondering about penetration too,,but I can see at the edge of the bead where the metal is sunken in. Ive tried the next higher setting on the machine and it seems too hot for the material Im welding.It leaves an ugly trench around the bead. I Also plug welded where the bolt holes were from the previous boltin notch. I think once I box in the areas they will be fine,,Maybe I should use straight Co2..?? I'm open for sudgestions .

[Beyond Static©]

Try using the hotter setting, and speeding up your wire speed a little to prevent burn through. Progress looks good

[Kruznlow69]

ditto, things are looking good. b sure to weld up the inside of the frame to notch as well and box in the frame in front of and behind the notch for about 10" or more if you can. really braces it all up. for the brake lines for my last build i used the oe 1/4" line to that joint by the tank location then put a tab on the frame for a 22" braided line to sweep over to a T on the axle. worked awesome for suspension travel. i'm starting all over with my new frame now.

[Inverter]

Thanks Fellas, I have my boxing material cutout.I'm boxing all the area between forward crossmember and notch and about 8 inches behind notch. I'm trying to get out the little tweek in the notch area and square up my bridge bars.When I get it all squared and welded up ,,I'll box it. Thanks for the tips!This is all new to me so I enjoy the constructive criticism.I hope to develope the skill of all yall youngsters around here..

[GMracer]

Nice build man, I'm glad more guys are doing it, check out my build if you got some spare time... by the way I am a carpenter too, woodshop guy and learning metal as I go along.
Here is my build (http://www.gmfullsize.com/forum/showthread.php?t=96351)

[Bagged 04]

Looks good. What kind of welder are you using?

[Inverter]

Looks good. What kind of welder are you using?
Thanks, Its a Hobart 180,75/25 mix.I'm using the recomended settings off the machine and then fine tuning wire speed and drag/stickout angle etc.. I'm mostly using 3/16 material.The factory frame isnt 3/16,,it seems like it varries in thickness and has a lot of slight bends and curves. If I had more room I think I would have tried a total back half. Next time....

[Inverter]

Nice build man, I'm glad more guys are doing it, check out my build if you got some spare time... by the way I am a carpenter too, woodshop guy and learning metal as I go along.
Here is my build (http://www.gmfullsize.com/forum/showthread.php?t=96351)
Love your Proj.man...I wish I had the space you have. Ive acually been saving this truck for the last 6 years,,waiting for the chance too cut it up. There are a couple of Hotrod shops around San Antonio that do nice work and I try n get tips from the fabbers there.The rest of the time I search this and the other forums for ideas. There are a handfull of guys here that do excellent work.I try and learn from there threads.

[Inverter]

Had the Flu for the last week,finally feeling better and got started on my bridge. Not finished yet,,and yes its different..I like to be different.
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Also fabb'd the fuel tank cage.The tube was thinner and I caught some molten metal w/my pant leg,,Nice...even caught on fire.
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I need a new camera,my auto focus is not functioning correctly.
I guess you can only drop them so manny times..

[layindoor84]

Lokking good bro. I like the bridge set up. Are you puttin a wishbone or a four link on it?

[Inverter]

Actually, Im gonna use a bolt on 6 link.I know!!,,do all that work and then bolt on the susp.?? Yea. I thought I would be getting in over my head,so the bolt on susp. takes a lot of labor away. I want to get done w/the back ,,,move on to the front. Anyway,, I guess I'm gonna have to raise the hell out of the bed floor w/that damn jungle jim back there!:aniteef:
Thanks though! Any updates on the Sled?

[Rorkrado]

looks nice man! i like that bridge too!

[layindoor84]

You gonna make it to Tex Mex?

[Inverter]

You gonna make it to Tex Mex?
what u mean ? a Truck show or sumthin? i'm not too in the loop. I only know heatwave.

[2LOW4ND]

right on!!!!!!!!!! Im bagging the same truck right now. Damn there are alot of guys bagging right now. Your work and progress is looking good.. Right on man.

OBS RCSB owns!

You should check out my build thread, its on the same truck haha.

[Inverter]

right on!!!!!!!!!! Im bagging the same truck right now. Damn there are alot of guys bagging right now. Your work and progress is looking good.. Right on man.

OBS RCSB owns!

You should check out my build thread, its on the same truck haha.
Thanks for the props! I tried to check yer build,I'm not a member of M/S. They dont let old folks on Myspace,,LOL!!!
You got a thread on any forum ?

[still2hi]

ya his is on here too im to lazy to link it tho, plus i dont know how lol

[Inverter]

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[layindoor84]

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[Inverter]

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22x8.5 2"lip 5.75"BS. they should tuck like a motorhome.should be in about the same position as oem wheels. I'm guessing.
on a side note,,,very expensive....
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[Inverter]

Summerville ? Ill look into this. I stopped goin to shows some time back on the account I spend too much on the trucks when I get home.Its such a poor investment,and so addicting.Like Crystal Meth. haha! You goin ?

[layindoor84]

Yeah, hopefully. I am gonna work my ass off to try to get the tahoe there. It won't be driving, but it will roll on and off the trailer with a come along.

[Inverter]

haha that uh boy!!!Id like to go,just to spectate.I'll plan on it. I guess youll have a tent? let me know.

[layindoor84]

Tent hell, I'm bringing the travel trailer. You know how us Texas boys do it.

[Inverter]

Thats more like it!!!!and you best get busy on that tahoe.

[bizzybone485]

damn...im loving the RCSB builds. Nice work man. Take lots of pictures. I plan on doing this in the future. I was thinking of a carbed 454.

[Inverter]

damn...im loving the RCSB builds. Nice work man. Take lots of pictures. I plan on doing this in the future. I was thinking of a carbed 454.
Thanks man. "Real" hotrods have carbs!hahaha!j/k.
Streetrod pickups ftw!!!

[Inverter]

Had to move the bed today.was being stored and was in the way.I just happend to measure to confirm something and realized I had the fuel cell cage 4"s too low.Would look ugly,to me,having it stick down below the body.I did the math and dont think it would have drug.but I just dont want to see it sticking down.Oversite,,so I shortened it,much better.It would be nice to hear from those of you who lay frame and have fuel cells.Im wondering should there be a skid bar back there or is that for the bodydropped trucks or what?
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[Pre-Game]

if you dont wanna mess up your bumper, i would make something to hit first..
BTW just saw this build and I must say its comin out very nice! I am diggin the cage for the cell.. i need to do that myself... keep up the good work..

[Davey]

Nice work bro, I like the wheels! What are your plans for the front?

[Inverter]

Nice work bro, I like the wheels! What are your plans for the front?
Thanks man,Im gonna replace everything in the front.I like the ART tube arms so I might go w/a tube arm cool ride set up and make the necessary notching/trimming.For sure replace all the tie rods,,that should pretty much tighten up the front susp.
Have alot to still get done on the rear.

[Inverter]

Bent some fuel line .
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Trying to isolate the fuel cell from the metal to metal contact,Dont know if it matters,,couldnt hurt?
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Just going to reuse the brake line. Its not as pretty as the freshly bent line :(
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[Davey]

:mexsmoke: Nice clean work,IMHO. I see you take the time to clean your shop during the build process. Makes for a fresh start evry time. Coming along nicely.

[dimebagged]

good progress

[jays88chevy]

Very nice, I like your fuel cell setup. D*mn, I need a fuel cell bad.

[2LOW4ND]

Coming alone great inverter! Keep up the clean quality work.

[Inverter]

Thanks all! This welding is addicting.I'm working on some battery trays and running my exhaust upright on either side of the drive line. I guess yall noticed I got the thread moved to STREET !! Yaiyer!! Now I can be w/my peeps from the streets!!:mexsmoke:
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[96thebossgrnchv]

can't wait to get my dd rolling so i can start on my truck! nice progress

[bodydropped88]

gotta love carbed rcsb 350's! great progress on a sweet a$$ truck!

[Inverter]

Ok,, I spent about 12 hours on the truck,the last two nights. Got the battery brackets done,added a brace between the bridge bars,did some boxing in I hadnt finished and layed out my exhaust plans.It will be a tight fit but I think it will work.I will need to put some type of heat shield between the batteries and the mufflers. I wish the drive shafts would be centered in the frame.It throws off the semetry(w/my set up)badly.
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[99gixxer]

that is awesome & most definitely different. keep up the good work.
:10:

[Bagged 04]

Going to be bad ass.

[12trnhdz]

that is going to be :boobies:!!!!!

[slammed97]

it looks great! but with that crazy notch and all that, how exactly are u gonna do ur rear set-up? u going with a parallel, with panhard? kp-6 link, w/ watts? what ur plans? (sry if u mentioned it before in the thread, i really dont read words when theres good pictures to look at!)

[Inverter]

it looks great! but with that crazy notch and all that, how exactly are u gonna do ur rear set-up? u going with a parallel, with panhard? kp-6 link, w/ watts? what ur plans? (sry if u mentioned it before in the thread, i really dont read words when theres good pictures to look at!)
Thanks Travis,Im planning on a kp 6 link.Im thinking the pan it comes w/will have 2 b modified to fit since I boxed the area it is supposed to bolt into. I'll make it work.I really want one of those Watts from Totally Polished,,I dont think I have room for it though...

[Kruznlow69]

looking awesome man. only thing i see that may be jsut the viewing angle is with your suspension travel is the read end goin to hit that V in your bridge? cant remember on reg cabs whachu need for driveline clearance..

[Inverter]

looking awesome man. only thing i see that may be jsut the viewing angle is with your suspension travel is the read end goin to hit that V in your bridge? cant remember on reg cabs whachu need for driveline clearance..
Thanks man,Im kinda figurin it out as I go! If I did the math right,the truck should layout on a 30" rear and still have about 3" between that pointed brace and the front of the pumpkin.My notches are really tall.I had planned on welding in a gusset between the inside of notch and where the axle tube would be positioned when layed out. I still might do it later when I see what the travel is like.Thanks for the encouragement!!

[Inverter]

Welded on the battery holders,cleaned up and sanded the frame/rear end replaced all the brake compon..Threw some paint on the steel. Getting to the point where I need the suspension before I can go any further.
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Got this sweet azz diff.cover from summit.
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[96thebossgrnchv]

super clean!

[2LOW4ND]

INVERTER! U have to be ****in kidding me!!!!!!!!!!!

i wish i had the extra cash to do all the extras you are.
The exhaust is pure sexy too!!!!! WTF NICE!!!!!!!!!

[Low88]

verrrry clean

[bizzybone485]

wow bro your doing an amazing job with this.

[Bagged 04]

Looks sweet!

[YUKNTUKN22S]

Clean work, looks great

[Inverter]

Thank you everyone for the kind words.I appreciate the support.I hope to get the project mostly finished this year and attending a couple of shows,,.Its nice to feel passionate about the sport once again.

[1lo98]

nice build very clean!

[Inverter]

nice build very clean!
Thank you.

[Inverter]

Just a small update. Welded up the exhaust and added some aluminum panels to deflect some of the heat. Still working on a clean way to tie down the batteries,UPS came and dropped off some cool stuff,I ordered a Cam /lifters and started stripping down the front. Green top batteries FTW! Later....
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[2LOW4ND]

At the speed your building this and the extra money and time you are putting into this build, ITS AMAZING! Very very kick ass inverter!.. Very unique setup.

[bizzybone485]

Yeah bro. I wish i had the extra time and money to do something like this to my truck. Super clean

[kenman1717]

all i can say is wow, me i'm not really fond of lowered 2wd trucks myself, but what you are doing is awesome, i love being able to do stuff like that, building it yourself, the way you want it, its a great feeling isn't it, and you'll feel even better when your, and know what you've accomplished is going to be great, i love that feeling, but for myself, every time i finish a project, i feel great about it, but deep down in side, i wish it wasn't finished so i could work on it even more.

[Inverter]

all i can say is wow, me i'm not really fond of lowered 2wd trucks myself, but what you are doing is awesome, i love being able to do stuff like that, building it yourself, the way you want it, its a great feeling isn't it, and you'll feel even better when your, and know what you've accomplished is going to be great, i love that feeling, but for myself, every time i finish a project, i feel great about it, but deep down in side, i wish it wasn't finished so i could work on it even more.
Thank you,It is a great feeling to go in your own direction.Ever since I saw my 1st lowered truck at age 15,,I fell in Love w/the look.I have a sickness for overdoing things though.I didnt want to just do an airride install and call it done. I want a one off truck so Im doing a combination of a modern hotrod and old school H/R w/a semi flat finish of a ratrod . I feel,as others do,that this kind of work is Art.Im not as experienced as alot of garage based diy builders but Im learning,and its a great workout for my ocd. Thanks for the kind words.

[Inverter]

At the speed your building this and the extra money and time you are putting into this build, ITS AMAZING! Very very kick ass inverter!.. Very unique setup.
Hey 2Low,
Thanks for lookn. I see you changed yer avatar!!

[96thebossgrnchv]

almost time for that 6 link huh? lol looks great man

[Inverter]

Yeah bro. I wish i had the extra time and money to do something like this to my truck. Super clean
Thanks Bizzy,
Its a poor investment but I cant stop myself.:smokin:

[Marcos]

Barely seen this thread, Its awesome! Coolest sht I seen in a while!!!

[Inverter]

Barely seen this thread, Its awesome! Coolest sht I seen in a while!!!
Thanx bro, I got inspired from seeing you and some others throw down on the truckz!Hows yers come-n along btw?

[Inverter]

almost time for that 6 link huh? lol looks great man
Thanks Boss! Its way past time 4 that 6 link,haha. I think Im going to order one this month.If I need to make up the 10th person on the G/B ,I'll get another one.Maybe theyll have the 6 bars for my 68'c10 by then. At the current rate of interrest,in the G/B, I wouldnt get the rear done till winter.

[Marcos]

Thanx bro, I got inspired from seeing you and some others throw down on the truckz!Hows yers come-n along btw?

Yeah, I haven't got nothing done on it, I need to start spending time on this house with the girlfriend.

[Inverter]

Yeah, I haven't got nothing done on it, I need to start spending time on this house with the girlfriend.
Yes sir, House is priority..Good man!

[NorthernBowties]

Looks like you're having some fun yourself! Pretty sick truck mang, nice work. T

[Inverter]

Looks like you're having some fun yourself! Pretty sick truck mang, nice work. T
Thank you sir. I enjoy it....

[BagginA93chev]

good looking work! it looks like its turning out really nice.

[Inverter]

good looking work! it looks like its turning out really nice.
Thank you. I feel like it is. Ive been ordering parts for a few weeks now,,getting things lined up and working out some of the little stuff,,details..Im about ready to get back to work on it.
Thanks again, ~T.

[mike8705]

Cool **** man, I used to work at a fabrication shop down here in Florida and I would say your work is definetly up to par...Just got rid of my static dropped S-10 and work my way to a full-size, and hopefully, i will be able to do the same as you are. Keep up the good work and keep us posted!

[Inverter]

Cool **** man, I used to work at a fabrication shop down here in Florida and I would say your work is definetly up to par...Just got rid of my static dropped S-10 and work my way to a full-size, and hopefully, i will be able to do the same as you are. Keep up the good work and keep us posted!
Thanks.So your sayin I could work at a chassis fabrication shop?Probably sweepin the floor,,lol.
Ive fallen off my project lately,I need some inspiration!

[Inverter]

Update
Lately life has gotten N the way but I did make some progress.
I made some changes.

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I had to trim the cab,redo my exhaust hangers and its still about 5/8" from laying when the bag flattens all the way.I am ordering the longer bones and that should take care of it,then its just painting a few places and reassemble. I guess I'll need those damn choppin block arms to lay the front on a 31+" tire? I welcome the day when I can roll it in and out of the garage so I can reorganize.

[Marcos]

Looks awesome!!!

[shave05]

damn thats a big tire for a obs.
your gonna have to tub the firewall and move the harness too. along with huge tie rod notches and pie cutting the frame

[Inverter]

damn thats a big tire for a obs.
your gonna have to tub the firewall and move the harness too. along with huge tie rod notches and pie cutting the frame
What harness?
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The harness will be minimal and run where ever I decide to route it,,when the time comes.I look forward to pie cutting/notching and boxing in the frame.Would be no different than runnig a 24" wheel/tire,,besides,I dont wanna roll on rubberbands.:cool:

[shave05]

where did you get that air cleaner. i wanna get one for my 91.
and you will need to tub the firewall on that tire too. im running a 29" tall tire and it is damn close the firewall. i actually beat it in a tad so i dont rub it when i turn really low because it use to hit. but i didnt want to tub it till i stock floor it
im runnin art arms and drop spindles and i love it almost no camber at all compared to my nbs

[Inverter]

where did you get that air cleaner. i wanna get one for my 91.
and you will need to tub the firewall on that tire too. im running a 29" tall tire and it is damn close the firewall. i actually beat it in a tad so i dont rub it when i turn really low because it use to hit. but i didnt want to tub it till i stock floor it
im runnin art arms and drop spindles and i love it almost no camber at all compared to my nbs
Its a billet specialties cleaner.I searched and searched on the Summit site till I found one I liked,sorry I dont have a part #.
I planned on tubn both sides w/the prefab tubs and running the harness through the wall behind the distrib.Everything will be from scratch so I can place things where I want them w/in reason. I think the B/J angles are better w/the choppn arms,,so I might go w/those and use my drop spindles. W/the notching/tubbing I should be able to layout.I hope the tire wont stick up past the hood.

[shave05]

wont even come close hah... 29" tire
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bought the truck a couple weeks ago.
had new 350 and ede intake and carb
new rear end with 3.42 eaton posi and seals and bearings
rebuilt T5 5 speed
full art arms
art four link boa
digi ride pro 2 that i swapped for 1/2 line and valve setup
then i cut it all up to make it lay.
picked it up for 2gs.
guy tried shaving stuff eneded up not so pretty so im trading the art air manag and caddy tails and shaved door kit for two new doors and a new bed

[Inverter]

Nice find,and a T-5 wow.Thanks 4 the under hood shots bro.Im gettin xcited about the front.Next month I order the arms and cups n stuff,,cant waite!:cheer:

[CrAsHnBuRn"07"]

So how are you feeling about the steel prices these days especially all the square and rectangle tube. Other than that your truck looks great good job.

[Inverter]

Thanks,and very clean nnbs to you.(Is that the correct accronym?)
I havent bought steel in about 8 months.I still have about 36' of 2x4,about 30'of 2x2,a bunch of 3/16 plate and odd pieces of drop.I have been hearing how much its went up recently!I only use it on this truck,shouldnt take much more material to finish this build.I wouldnt want to have to buy it on a regular basis.
I heard how metal fabricated buildings were getting rediculously expensive.Used to be you could have a nice shop built for around $17K.(I mean a nice one w/plumbing,roll up doors,)now it'll be around twice that money for the same building. I was planning on building a metal fab home w/attached shop-garage(clean and dirty area)in a couple years and now Im rethinking it. Its kinda like the fuel prices.They will never go back to the previous amount,we will just learn to accommodate them or evolve into frugal people.

[CrAsHnBuRn"07"]

Yeah well the last eight months is has jumped quite a bit hell in the lat two months steel is astronomical, I dont really fab anything myself but Im an estimator for a steel fab company tanks, cylinders, hoppers, forming, burning etc ...good luck.
http://www.guntertsteel.com/

[Inverter]

Its been a while .May 21st,,.Pulled the motor.Its getting a 454L/218 dur. cam n lifters.I got the arms and all components for the front and started cutting. Didnt realize how much work. cutting/assembling/marking/disassembling/cutting/reassembling/ checking fit and repeating...I have cut away more material than I needed but am planning how I want to box it in.Making templates and wattnot..Ive only cut the pass.side and have gotten the clearance I need and will cut the dr.side to match. Going to HEAT WAVE sat.for inspiration....
It lays out w/room to spare.

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Cut an inch out of the cups.Only needed about 5/8".
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[Inverter]

Started sewing up the notching.
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Doing some more gussets on each 90 deg. cut and fabbing an upper bag mount. Thinking of ordering firewall tubs from barely legal,they make them per specs. for around $75. a set.

[99gixxer]

its coming along nicely

[ccreddell]

You going to keep the wimpy rotors?

[Inverter]

Thanks Gixx.
ccreddell,,,wat u mean wimpy??? Im going w/the oem rotors till I know Im happy w/the finished product,then maybe big brakes all around.Brembos are a bit of cash you know?

[Inverter]

Finished the pass. side. Doesnt look pretty but its strong. I can actually layout on a 26" tire/wheel.Who knew?
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:5stars: :5stars: :5stars: :5stars:

[ccreddell]

Yeah, they're wimpy-especially with 26" wheels. You'd have to say a prayer every time you hit the pedal-but you dont believe in that :-) BTW I like what you did with the frame strengthening.

[Inverter]

Thanks ccred. I tried to box as much as I could see to weld.I think it'll be plenty strong. btw,,,I know you'll say one for me. ;)

[shave05]

damn you made that super strong.
when we did my obs. we just took a chunck of 3" pipe plasmad out the hole for the notch pushed all the way agaisnt the back wall and welded it up . then onthe rear by the arm we pie cut the frame so it still looks all factory

[ccreddell]

btw,,,I know you'll say one for me. ;)

Every day brother, every day.............

[Rondog]

love your work, looks great!

[Inverter]

love your work, looks great!
Thanx Dog, Its getting there,,slowly...

[shave05]

you should cut those upper mounts off and raise them a little that will get rid of the camber real quick.
if you do so i would start off with 1/2 inch tack it check then go another 1/2 if needed. i raised mine on my nbs 1 1/4 inches and it took out 10 degrees of camber

[enjoisht]

sick

[Inverter]

Ok,,Made a change to the rear cut.Its better this way..I couldnt stop thinkin about that ugly gusset,,so I boxed it all the way.Theres no way itll flex now..Also stripped it down ,going to sand and paint it while Im waiting on the tubs to come in. Just some minor welding to do for shock and brake line tabs. :mexsmoke:

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Thanks everyone for the kind words,advice and so on..It feels good to be back on the project.

[Inverter]

Modded the trans. crossmember.
Q. The original trans was a 4L60e.Is that why the mounting hole(last photo)is off center? Couldnt I mod it so the T350 will be centered?

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[Low88]

nice work man.

[Inverter]

Thanks 88.Btw,,cant waite to c the Green sled.

[Inverter]

I went ahead an modded the mounting point. I feel this will work.

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