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raull 12-12-2012 01:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Bowtie468 (Post 5754040)
Wow. That's a sweet setup , Raul ! I have looked at FAST efi and they have some of the best stuff out there . I wound up making a killer deal on a Ram Jet setup from Street & Performance.
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sweet !!!! any pix of it yet ?

Bowtie468 12-12-2012 10:37 PM
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Originally Posted by raull (Post 5754335)
sweet !!!! any pix of it yet ?
Here's one. I'm excited about it as i've been wanting to go efi for a while now. Yet i do have my work cut out for me. First off, out comes the engine (again) to smooth all the casting and get coated in Chrevrolet Orange POR 15. Camshaft will be replaced with a much tamer hydraulic roller, replumb fuel system, redo a bunch of electrical and install S&P's harness. Gear drive has to go so that the knock sensor doesnt have fits. I was getting tired of it already.

gdavis 12-12-2012 10:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Bowtie468 (Post 5755227)
Here's one. I'm excited about it as i've been wanting to go efi for a while now. Yet i do have my work cut out for me. First off, out comes the engine (again) to smooth all the casting and get coated in Chrevrolet Orange POR 15. Camshaft will be replaced with a much tamer hydraulic roller, replumb fuel system, redo a bunch of electrical and install S&P's harness. Gear drive has to go so that the knock sensor doesnt have fits. I was getting tired of it already.
nice set up you got there. I like.

Bennett68C10 12-12-2012 10:49 PM
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Love the changes you are making to the engine Chris
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Bowtie468 12-13-2012 11:17 PM
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Thanks guys. I also got the one piece windows installed along with the Firebird mirrors.

Bennett68C10 12-13-2012 11:22 PM
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Looks great, what kit did you use for the windows. Sorry if you mentioned it previously in your thread and I missed it. How was the install and are you happy with the quality?
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Bowtie468 12-14-2012 12:04 AM
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Originally Posted by Bennett--G4L (Post 5757169)
Looks great, what kit did you use for the windows. Sorry if you mentioned it previously in your thread and I missed it. How was the install and are you happy with the quality?
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Keith, i used the One Piece Products kit. Overall im pleased with it. Ben Tapia did a nice job on these kits but they are definately not a " bolt in and go" ! You've got to make it work. I give 2 thumbs up on the revised check link for the hinges.

Bennett68C10 12-14-2012 09:28 AM
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Thanks for the info Chris, I will look into them

thor 12-14-2012 03:20 PM
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Is it too early for an overall shot??? :D Would be great to see it since you've added so much.

67cheby 12-14-2012 03:27 PM
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absolutely Gorgeous !

Bowtie468 12-14-2012 10:32 PM
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Originally Posted by thor (Post 5758125)
Is it too early for an overall shot??? :D Would be great to see it since you've added so much.
Well, i still dont have a bed on it yet. But i suppose i could come up with something. I've been homebound with the flu since Wednesday but as soon as i get back in the shop i'll shoot a few more pics.

raull 12-15-2012 05:04 PM
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ram jet set up looks sick bud !!!! and nice job on one piece windows !!!!

thor 12-17-2012 02:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Bowtie468 (Post 5758827)
Well, i still dont have a bed on it yet. But i suppose i could come up with something. I've been homebound with the flu since Wednesday but as soon as i get back in the shop i'll shoot a few more pics.
Hope ya feel better soon

bk2life 01-02-2013 04:11 AM
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freakin killer build, i know you know this already though!!

Bowtie468 01-03-2013 10:06 AM
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Hope ya feel better soon
I'm all good now ! Thanks
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Originally Posted by bk2life (Post 5790660)
freakin killer build, i know you know this already though!!
Thank you !
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gringoloco 01-03-2013 10:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Bowtie468 (Post 5757162)
Thanks guys. I also got the one piece windows installed along with the Firebird mirrors.
More details on the mirrors? Those look good!

Bowtie468 01-03-2013 11:56 AM
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Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 5793023)
More details on the mirrors? Those look good!
Thanks, they are 67-69 Firebird mirrors from Dynacorn . Great quality. Nice and tight . The arms are a little shorter but it keeps them tucked in while still being completely functional . Without the vent windows , I moved them forward a good bit .
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Bowtie468 01-10-2013 02:16 AM
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Well, since i cant seem to leave anything as is, i decided to gasket match the tpi plenum to the intake. While the runners are really nice as cast, this transition area on the plenum was a little rough for my likeing. I also removed the 3" tall spacers and the unit looks much nicer without them. Plus i surely wasnt cutting my hood.;)
No pics yet without the spacers as i still have the unit blown apart.

hgs_notes 01-10-2013 10:09 AM
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Looks good.

superflysteiny 01-14-2013 07:29 PM
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nice i like it

Texas Pugh 02-10-2013 03:18 AM
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Awesome build. Great job. Gonna be a showstopper! Really nice!!

Bennett68C10 03-06-2013 11:54 AM
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Any updates Chris

Bowtie468 03-08-2013 02:02 AM
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Any updates Chris
Still working on it . The whole bed is now ready for paint , minus the tailgate . The two that I had just didn't measure up . I would up springing for a really sweet OEM gate . ( Thanks Daniel ! [ dirish ] )

Still have a few more changes to make for the efi . I did get the tank pulled and installed the new in-tank pump .

As for the motor , well I wound up taking a few steps backwards on that. I was just planning to pull the motor and repaint and install new cam . Well , I pulled the heads off and disassembled for paint . Wound up installing new springs and valve job . Then , when i came to the block , I figured that too would be much easier if it was bare . So once tore down , proceeded to smooth all the casting . The POR 15 paint looks much better with it slicked out . While its apart , if course it's getting new bearings , rings .

So in a nutshell , an engine repaint turned into a total engine build ! And I wonder why this truck is not finished yet. . Lol !
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68bowtie 03-08-2013 03:41 AM
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So in a nutshell , an engine repaint turned into a total engine build ! And I wonder why this truck is not finished yet. . Lol !
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i'm sure you will be glad you took the time

Bennett68C10 03-08-2013 09:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Bowtie468 (Post 5934119)
Still working on it . The whole bed is now ready for paint , minus the tailgate . The two that I had just didn't measure up . I would up springing for a really sweet OEM gate . ( Thanks Daniel ! [ dirish ] )

Still have a few more changes to make for the efi . I did get the tank pulled and installed the new in-tank pump .

As for the motor , well I wound up taking a few steps backwards on that. I was just planning to pull the motor and repaint and install new cam . Well , I pulled the heads off and disassembled for paint . Wound up installing new springs and valve job . Then , when i came to the block , I figured that too would be much easier if it was bare . So once tore down , proceeded to smooth all the casting . The POR 15 paint looks much better with it slicked out . While its apart , if course it's getting new bearings , rings .

So in a nutshell , an engine repaint turned into a total engine build ! And I wonder why this truck is not finished yet. . Lol !
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:lol: Sounds like me, I'm pulling my complete rolling chassis apart to install Porterbuilt Front/Rear Dropmembers and re-paint the frame, so I'm taking two steps back to take a step forward as well. You will be happier in the end that you did exactly what you wanted atleast thats how I feel about mine :chevy: Can't wait to see some updated pics.

Hart_Rod 03-08-2013 09:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Bowtie468 (Post 5934119)
Still working on it . The whole bed is now ready for paint , minus the tailgate . The two that I had just didn't measure up . I would up springing for a really sweet OEM gate . ( Thanks Daniel ! [ dirish ] )

Still have a few more changes to make for the efi . I did get the tank pulled and installed the new in-tank pump .

As for the motor , well I wound up taking a few steps backwards on that. I was just planning to pull the motor and repaint and install new cam . Well , I pulled the heads off and disassembled for paint . Wound up installing new springs and valve job . Then , when i came to the block , I figured that too would be much easier if it was bare . So once tore down , proceeded to smooth all the casting . The POR 15 paint looks much better with it slicked out . While its apart , if course it's getting new bearings , rings .

So in a nutshell , an engine repaint turned into a total engine build ! And I wonder why this truck is not finished yet. . Lol !
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Don't feel bad Chris, that's what usually happens to me....:devil:

Bowtie468 03-08-2013 11:56 AM
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Originally Posted by 68bowtie (Post 5934175)
i'm sure you will be glad you took the time
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For sure , in the end it will be worth it.

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Originally Posted by Bennett--G4L (Post 5934312)
:lol: Sounds like me, I'm pulling my complete rolling chassis apart to install Porterbuilt Front/Rear Dropmembers and re-paint the frame, so I'm taking two steps back to take a step forward as well. You will be happier in the end that you did exactly what you wanted atleast thats how I feel about mine :chevy: Can't wait to see some updated pics.
I've got a few pics of the induction setup all mocked up . Bolted to the cylinder heads. I slicked out some stock big block valve covers and buried them with 4 coats of orange . Then cut and buffed them . Added the 502 Ram Jet air cleaner instead of the S&P rectangular one . Looks much better IMO . Also dechromed the fuel rails and did them in black to add some contrast and break up all the chrome . I'll post some shots first chance I get. Should be this weekend .

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod (Post 5934345)
Don't feel bad Chris, that's what usually happens to me....:devil:
Lol ! The trouble we put our selves through , huh Rob ? :devil:
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Bowtie468 03-11-2013 12:20 AM
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as promised

n2billet 03-11-2013 06:05 AM
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That looks slick.....the block looks excellent!

coggonobrien 03-11-2013 06:22 AM
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very nice, i forget, what are you running for heads?

darkhorse970 03-11-2013 07:00 AM
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That's really gonna look KILLER with that beautiful black Chris!! Good call!!
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Bennett68C10 03-11-2013 10:55 AM
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Awesome work Chris

superflysteiny 03-11-2013 11:40 AM
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Now that is nice

raull 03-11-2013 09:22 PM
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sick sick sick !!!!

Bowtie468 03-12-2013 07:07 PM
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Originally Posted by n2billet (Post 5939586)
That looks slick.....the block looks excellent!
Thanks Keith !:chevy:
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Originally Posted by coggonobrien (Post 5939598)
very nice, i forget, what are you running for heads?
Heads are ported 781's with 2.25" intakes
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Originally Posted by darkhorse970 (Post 5939618)
That's really gonna look KILLER with that beautiful black Chris!! Good call!!
Thank you, Keith
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Awesome work Chris
Thanks Keith

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Now that is nice
Thanks Eric
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sick sick sick !!!!
Thank you Raul:chevy:

dirish 03-13-2013 07:15 PM
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Really looking sweet! I imagine its gonna sound pretty good!
Cant wait to see a complete ride!
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Bowtie468 03-15-2013 09:31 PM
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Originally Posted by dirish (Post 5945330)
Really looking sweet! I imagine its gonna sound pretty good!
Cant wait to see a complete ride!
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Yeah , I can't wait to finish the engine and fire her up . This new roller cam is somewhat tamer than my previous flat tappet , but I'm more concerned with driveability than before . Should still have a healthy exhaust note .

Update ..... Modified my bed dolly this past week . Tomorrow or Sunday I'll get the bedsides , tubs and front panel cut in so I can bolt it all back together on the dolly and ready it for the trip to the spray booth !!!! :metal:
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superflysteiny 03-19-2013 03:30 PM
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Cant wait as you know I love this truck

smoknbarrels 04-14-2013 12:14 PM
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Unreal detail... Simply amazing following this.
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longbed67 04-14-2013 09:34 PM
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I somehow missed the pics of the engine until now:metal: BadA$$ man


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