Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

Looks good sitting on the trailer. It's going to be a nice straight truck.:metal:

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

Alan......Just wanted to tell you thanks.......I really, really, really, appreciate all that you have done for me !!!!!!! Can't wait till you finish my truck ;)

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

That is one straight truck Alan! Which makes me think of a question, how do you guys wash between the end of the bed and the cab? I cant even get my hand in between there to put any kind of pressure on whatever I might use to wash it?

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

:thumbs: and thank you!!

Thanks!! As far as washing it I couldn't tell you. I have not washed one in 20 years. I got mine home and tore it apart right away.

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

Finally........Got my motor finished :bann:

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k1...capes1/547.jpg

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k1...capes1/545.jpg

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k1...capes1/546.jpg

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

Ohhhhh
ahhhhh
that engine is one purdy som' *****!
;)

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

Nice

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

What HP do you expect?

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

That would look good with a set of plexiglass valve covers!

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

The engine should be over 420 HP......Here's a link to the engine I sorta mocked........Same cam......Exceptions being my compression is 10.5 and I used the Patriot freedom Heads they flow a little better.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SBC-C...Q5fAccessories

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

Wow, nice heads. It's going to sound & run great. :metal:

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

Thanks.....for all the comments

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

How do you like the Patriot heads? Iv'e thought about getting a set for mine!

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

This is the first set of Patriot Freedom heads I've used, read a lot of articles on them. Guess only time will tell.

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

I've read a lot about them too, some people say they flow like a Dart head at half the price. I cant remember, were yours the aluminum or cast iron?

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

Mine are Aluminum and they are half the cost of Dart heads. With a cam lift up to 550 lift there should not be any difference between the heads. The thing I really like about them is there combustion chamber. It's a fast burn chamber Like the Vortec and requires very little timing. These heads Can support 500-550+ hp with a little work.

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

did yours come with the rollers, and which ones are they and size?

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

I've had those roller rockers for a while......Don't remember what brand they where, I do know they are 1.5......Heres a link to the heads, really a good head for the money.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/PAR-2180/?image=large

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

:metal: Incredible mill - many tires are dreading their future. :lol:

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

That head is just a little bit better then my stock head that was built. I dont see myself buying a set anytime soon.

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

Trying to decide on valve covers....How do y'all think these look if I have them powder coated with the black like this........Honest opinions please.

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k1...89941_40-1.jpg

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k1...89941_40-1.jpg

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

the valve covers look good...but I really don't like the word Holley on there.......maybe black out the letters so they don't stand out so much,....jmho

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

What color is the truck going to be?

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

I have always been partial to these covers with the low spots painted in the color of the truck.
http://paceperformance.com/index.asp...&ProdID=211879

This is of course purely my taste lol

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

x2 on the Pace Performance valve covers..then again it is YOUR truck!

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

x2 for not liking the holly label. I would also color match to the truck.

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

Replaced my rear cross seal today......Anyone have the measurements of fleetside tailgate opening between the bedsides............Just want to check and make sure.........Thanks

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

Got some American Torque Trust II wheels for my truck 16x8 with 4" Back spacing..........The tires are to small........So now I need to figure out what larger size tire I can get away with, any suggestions or pics ????

http://i88.photobucket.com/albums/k1...es1/Wheels.jpg

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

It's not a 64-66, but on my 02 I run 255/70 & 265/70 on 16x8 on. I like the size and fit. What size do you have on the rim now (they do look tiny)? 285/70x16 are nice and meaty, but pretty tall & big for your truck.

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

:agree: Big and tall as you can get that fits. Then slam it. :metal:

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

They are 235-R60/16

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

I like the wheels. :bling:

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

These are 265/70X16 It fills the fender really good with a 8" rim. I want to go bigger.

http://belair.smugmug.com/photos/640494877_G6Y7R-M.jpg

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

Thanks Alan.... I really didn't have the money but they where a steal !!!!!

Do you the height and width on those tires....Thanks

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

235/60x16 are 27.1" tall and 9.25 tread width

255/70x16 are 30.05" tall and 10.03 tread width

265/70x16 are 30.5" tall and 10.43 tread width.

Both will be about 3" taller, and 3/4 to 1 1/4" wider

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

Thanks you beat me to it.

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

Thanks, everyone !!!!!

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

I have some 15" cragers. They have the 3 point spinner. Need to be blasted and re diped or painted. I have no use for them but they are for a s10. I think 5x4.5 is that correct.

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

No 5X4.75. F**d is 5X4.5 Unless it's a Uni Lug

Re: 198Plus build by Alan's Classic
 

I think it's a uni lug, it's got little washers that go in so I believe you can change the lug patter if you have the correct ones.