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Thanks Ryan.. I appreciate you following along.

Your not blind lol. I ordered two 3.5" to 4" neoprene couplers so I can put it in behind the filter. Sorry I forgot to mention it. The red couplers aren't really red either, they are more orange. It's a nice kit for the price.

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Looking good Mark!

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Just need to clarify, The MAS is 3.5" and the tube is as I see 4". So from 4 to 3.5 to MAS and then 3.5 to 4"? That makes since. Just like to order it all at one time. Sorry if i'm being a pest.

Thank you for the answers, Mike!

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Thanks Mike. Again, I appreciate you answering all of my exhaust questions. I found a muffler shop here in town that's going to install my exhaust. The guy has done numerous 67-72 trucks and quoted me a great price.

Yes, the MAS is 3.5". So I plan on going from 4" aluminum pipe to MAS to 4" filter. As soon as I recieve my order I will post a pic. I'm glad to help. I read through your build and looks great. You've made a lot of progress in a short amount of time.

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Awesome!

Thanks bud. What else is a 23 year old single dude suppose to do? ;)

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mamzing job!! That engine compartment is top notch! Keep up the good work!

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I am happy to see you making progress!! You are going to LOVE driving this!. Looking good!!

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That's awesome your doing such a nice build at your age... Keep up the good work.. Here's a picture with the MAS installed.

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Thanks:metal: I spent a lot of time tucking/securing the wiring harness and fuel system in the frame rails.

Thanks Leon!! I can't wait to drive it. I really dig your videos. Your truck is one of my favorite steppers on the forums.

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Engine looks awesome Mark! Keep up the good work. You are so close now...

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Engine bay looks awesome Mark, nice job

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Just jumping in my agreement with the other posters...that engine bay looks incredible! Beautiful work.

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Thanks Mike... My goal is to have it on the road this summer. Wish me luck lol...

Thanks Keith.. I'm ordering my chassis harness and gauges this week so I will have more to do:metal:

Thanks... I made a mount out of aluminum flat bar to secure my air filter.

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Sweet! Hello Amazon order! Thank you sir!

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Amazon has really grown on me... I found a really nice coolant reservoir from Amazon made out of stainless steel with a sight glass/tube.

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That's a lot cooler than mine. I order almost everything from Amazon or eBay. They have all the big venders on there and it's a one time card entry. I hate typing in my info all the time. I'm even an Amazon prime member. Pretty awesome!

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Picture of coolant reservoir mounted on core support.

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What are you doing for your battery? Sorry if I've missed it through the build.

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More info please. Do you have a part number? I like that too.

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I ended building one out of 1/4" aluminum plate and mounting it on the passenger side of the frame behind the cab. I wanted to make sure my +/- cables ran the same side as the starter. I made sure I grounded my cab, core support and engine to the frame. I also ran battery cables up to my engine harness/ECM connection behind my glove box.

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I read through the reviews before I ordered it and there was some negative feed back because there was no way for the coolant to return to the radiator, so people added a hose inside the reservoir to fix the problem. The one I ordered showed up with the fix already;)

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Mike, I forgot to mention, make sure you purchase the suggested clamp (moroso part number 63401) because the one that comes with it is really cheesy like the reviews said.

Here's a picture with the pickup hose in it.

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Ahh yes, now I remember. Thank you, Mark.

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Thanks for the info on the tank and hose Mark. I didn't realize until last night I have a battery right in the way of the recovery tank. I may have to come up with another plan.
Great job relocating the battery. I forgot you had done that.

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Thanks Mike:metal:

I ordered the rest of my bed parts so I can send them to my painter and finally put my bed together. I am looking at going with "Birds Eye Maple" for my floor.

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Awesome, can't wait to see the bed finished up and mounted on the truck

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Thanks Keith... Your engine looks great. That LS motor is going to look good in your truck.

Yesterday My IDIDIT tilt column came in. I was able to get into the truck last night. Now I'm waiting on my Grant steering wheel and installation kit to show up.
I also ordered my AAW harness and Dakota Digital VHX instruments. After all of the research they seem to be the two best choices. I also like the fact everything is made in the USA:metal:

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IDIDIT column installed with CPP u-joints.

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I'm digging the new column! Looks like a very nice piece :metal:

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Very nice truck! I've been watching this one. Very nice work.

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Awesome build GREAT job!

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How are you supporting that column? Don't see the column support mounted.

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We have the same mind set as I picked AAW and VHX for my Blazer... I did forgo the steering column for now due to cost. As of right now the goal to have the Blzaer finished is the end of March. Do you have a completion date in mind yet?

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Thanks Mike... I'm really happy with the quality so far.

Thanks for the compliment.. I'm glad you're following along. I'm really enjoying the build again, especially since I can see the light at the end of the tunnel LOL...

Thanks and welcome to the board...

Sorry, the picture I posted it wasn't complete. I will post an updated picture. I have the brake master cylinder/booster mocked in now. I will need to pull it on and off so I can figure out where I'm going to mount the master cylinder for my clutch.

I totally understand about the cost thing, I guess that's why I'm on year 4 for my build lol. Today I recieved my AAW harness and I'm really happy with everything it came with. This will keep me busy for a bit. My goal is to be driving the truck by the end of summer. My gauges were back ordered 3-4 weeks since I ordered the new analog clock. PM me if you ever get in the Henderson area. Love to see your blazer...

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Very nice

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Thanks Al.. Your truck was one of my inspirations when I first joined the forums.

I had my exhaust installed yesterday. The guys from Performance Muffler here in town did an awesome job. I will try to upload a video in a bit.

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My AAW harness. I'm really excited to install it.

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I also recieved the slip joint/yoke today for my T56 trans. Next step will be getting my drive line built..

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A picture of my truck yesterday heading to Performance Muffler..

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Nice !!!!! Where did you get your slip yoke ? Got a part number I mean gonna need one soon.