Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

wow! how amazing - the 4.8 is nothing to sneeze at. There is an article showing a junkyard 4.8 was boosted to 1200 HP without breaking and small bolt-ons with stock internals :)


cool coincidence on the BMWs - yes, I have had a total of about 11 over the last few years. If you have any questions, let me know

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

Thanks so much! I do appreciate that!

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

I just came from Auto Metal Direct. What an awesome facility! I wanted to get a new part for Dianah (driver side fender). The showroom is really nice. As I have told you throughout this thread, their parts are top notch, and local.

If you need any parts, call them... 866-591-8309. The gentleman that helped me is Jeff. Great guy!

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

I have a couple questions, you mentioned something about needing a wilwood slave cylinder?
Did you do anything with the reverse solenoid or does the computer still control it?
Do you paint everything with a spray can?
You mentioned having a "4-link" but I only see 2 lower bars. Do you have a better picture of the rear suspension?
curious how you ran the other bars.
Thanks,
Great job, truck looks great

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

very cool truck great thread

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

Wassup Leon!!! Thanks for posting such an informative build thread,I'm not on fb,so it's great to be able to see this awesome truck take shape!! I am currently working on a 69 swb gmc, 350, 4 speed Muncie.. I also have an 82 lwb chevy that's about 80% complete.. After viewing your build, the 82 will be riding "shop truck" daily driver for a min!! I must start on the 69!! I'm in Florence, SC so we are not too far apart. Maybe, I'll get to see DD at the annual run to the sun in myrtle beach in March!! Take care man!!

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

I demand more pics n videos! Lol I need more...

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

Sorry guys! I am sooooo behind. I have been out enjoying my truck!
More pics coming.
Here is sneak peek:
If you notice, she has some new shoes....installed them on 5/1/14

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

cover your ears kids... **** HELL YEAH **** Leon, keep um coming. New shoes look good... Damn the "no burnout" sign! Can't wait to see more!

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

Looking good!!

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

LOL! Thank you! Need to get my truck out in Hawaii :)

Small Update: I ordered some CPP Tubular control arms today.
Going to order PB Hood Hinges. I think you see the 20x10s stuffed in there. Going to make provisions to go wider since I did the tubs (20x12 or 13) in preparation for the turbo.

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

CPP arms finally came in. Going to install today, along with new outers, inners, idler and pitman arms. Then back to the alignment shop. The CPP pieces look amazing!

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

Nice I can't wait to see pictures.

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

👍
Thanks Brian - how is everything coming along?

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

It has been awhile since we have talked, I hope you are doing well.
I have made significant progress as of late.
Technically all I have to do is wire the ignition switch and I can start the engine, but there are still some other small things that need to be done before I can drive it.

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

looking for new doors, but that is what I have for now
https://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.n...475f1cb98d0d57

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

Lookin good Leon!!

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

killin it brother

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

http://youtu.be/tREu3sZEwww
Slight update.
CPP Tubulars
Toolbox
5th wheel

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

Hello everyone! Hope you are doing great!
I have not posted in a while. I have since upgraded to QA-1 Shocks all the way around. They are 18-way adjustable, and let me tell you, they have done an amazing job! I have the fronts set to +6 clicks and the rear at +5 clicks. That works at the ride height that you will see in this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lPrU7S6fFwk

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

I enjoy watching your videos... Your stepper is one of my favorites. Keep'em coming:metal:

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

Thanks Mark! I have something up my sleeve. Stay tuned.

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

Nice build, very similar to what im going for. Mines a 69 gmc on porterbuilt but my engine and tens will have nothing on yours lol. Can you prove the bs on your 20's as well as tire sizes? Also are you laying frame on the 20's and how much clearance to you have over the rear tires? Thanks for any help.

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

Haha thank you, David.

20x8.5, 5.25 BS. 245/35/20
20x10, 6.225 BS. 295/30/20

Lays frame. All the way down. I do have them tubbed. It's a snug fit. But I'd say .5" clearance. Will be going more hardcore later when I need to fit 12" wide and turbo.

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

Stunnin' at Caffeine and Octane!

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

LOL this is always fun. Folks go crazy there

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

Thanks for the info, if its not too much trouble could you post up a pic of you inner bed, im curious what you mean by tubs as most people just hack the bedside and leave it open, mine will likely run a much shallower bed than yours as I went with the porterbuilt extreme and the notches look quite a bit taller than yours but I may be wrong. I like the idea of tubbing it though as it will keep the road sludge of everything. Thanks again,
Dave

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

If you will email me at TeamLMP@icloud.com, I can send you pics. This site doesn't allow me to post pics for some reason. I always get an error (site related saying I need to ask an admin for help). I don't have them hosted on a site anywhere, otherwise I'd post them.

My raised bed floor is 8" from the top if I remember correctly. There are actual tubs that are large enough for a 22x13 wheel to fit.

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

Sent thanks, I have been thinking about buying a spare set of rear fenders and using them as tubs and just narrow them to whatever I end up needing,

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

I know it has been a while...
I have done a lot in the last few years. Most recently I have begun the process for installing the turbo setup. More to come!

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

It's good to see you again Leon.
Turbo for the win!
Are you doing a single or twin?

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

So, I'm on page 4 of this thread and really enjoying this.....just reading along.................................................and..................................


HOPING FOR SOME REALLY GOOD INSPIRATION AND INFORMATION AND PICTURES regarding the T56/6.0 swap.

Please thread.......please don't let me down. I seemingly cannot find a good thread to give me the proper inspiration to take the plunge on a T56 instead of the more common auto swap.

Re: Dirty Dianah (No)... Bagged 72 Stepside/LSx/T56
 

how come all the pics are not showing up? NOOOOOO!!!