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Street Smart 07-22-2011 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by 67C10BUB (Post 4804707)
They are blocks that bolt to the factory compressor to adapt to regular male O-ring AC fittings.

It also allows you to use the "LS" compressor without cutting the chassis.

67C10BUB 07-23-2011 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Street Smart (Post 4804792)
It also allows you to use the "LS" compressor without cutting the chassis.

Oh yea...The most important reason...Did I forgot to mention that?

smokinstang70 07-23-2011 10:13 AM

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67C10BUB.... did you have to cut the frame to clearance for the compressor with the Doc's blocks?

leneitson 07-23-2011 10:59 AM

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Got a 69 out back that I was waffling about the engine package until I saw this thread! I certainly hope you continue to post your progress as this looks like its going to be great! Good luck with it, I was encouraged beyond measure!!!

67C10BUB 07-23-2011 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by smokinstang70 (Post 4805938)
67C10BUB.... did you have to cut the frame to clearance for the compressor with the Doc's blocks?

Yes, but just barely. I had to cut about 1/2" off of the "lip" in that area. Post #61 has a good picture of what I did.

67C10BUB 07-23-2011 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by leneitson (Post 4805991)
Got a 69 out back that I was waffling about the engine package until I saw this thread! I certainly hope you continue to post your progress as this looks like its going to be great! Good luck with it, I was encouraged beyond measure!!!

I'm glad I could be your inspiration. I am really happy with the way it is turning out so far. I drive it to work every day, so the drivability, easy starting, and gas mileage are very nice...The AC is just icing on the cake.

68 TT 07-23-2011 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 67C10BUB (Post 4806124)
I'm glad I could be your inspiration. I am really happy with the way it is turning out so far. I drive it to work every day, so the drivability, easy starting, and gas mileage are very nice...The AC is just icing on the cake.

Your truck has inspired me to get back to work on mine as well.

Thanks for the motivation :chevy:

67C10BUB 07-25-2011 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 68 TT (Post 4806886)
Your truck has inspired me to get back to work on mine as well.

Thanks for the motivation :chevy:

I am more than glad to help.

1967wannabe 08-19-2011 03:00 PM

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Great info, thanks for sharing. I've got an LS/4L60E install in the planning stage and am just starting to gather all the info I can.

67C10BUB 08-20-2011 12:14 AM

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Originally Posted by 1967wannabe (Post 4853731)
Great info, thanks for sharing. I've got an LS/4L60E install in the planning stage and am just starting to gather all the info I can.

Just ask if you have any questions. I'll help any way I can.
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my4by2 08-22-2011 04:43 AM

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Great build thread man & beautiful truck!!! Doing a great job on it! Hope to see more pics later.

67C10BUB 08-22-2011 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by my4by2 (Post 4858409)
Great build thread man & beautiful truck!!! Doing a great job on it! Hope to see more pics later.

Thanks, I appreciate the motivation. Your build is impressive as well. I am working on redoing my custom center console and putting in the Brothers one piece window kit. I'll post pics when I'm done.

BP68 09-05-2011 10:08 PM

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Super nice project you have going on. Lots of great info.
I was wondering, can the compressor be removed with the engine installed in the truck?
If it ever needs replacing can you get out with out pulling the motor loose?
Thanks and keep up the great work.

nibs 09-06-2011 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by 67C10BUB (Post 4858908)
Thanks, I appreciate the motivation. Your build is impressive as well. I am working on redoing my custom center console and putting in the Brothers one piece window kit. I'll post pics when I'm done.

I have the Brothers kit in my truck. When do you plan on ordering it?

67C10BUB 09-06-2011 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by BP68 (Post 4883869)
Super nice project you have going on. Lots of great info.
I was wondering, can the compressor be removed with the engine installed in the truck?
If it ever needs replacing can you get out with out pulling the motor loose?
Thanks and keep up the great work.

I don't think it will be easy, but it is definitely possible. There is actually quite a bit of room around the compressor, so it can certainly be done.

67C10BUB 09-06-2011 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by nibs (Post 4884364)
I have the Brothers kit in my truck. When do you plan on ordering it?

I already installed it. What a PITA that was. I will post some pics of the completed install.

67C10BUB 09-06-2011 10:30 AM

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Here are the pics of the nearly completed interior and the new one-piece Brothers power window install.

67C10BUB 09-06-2011 10:33 AM

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These are some pics that I am including for future reference. The first one is how I mounted the actuator for the power door locks and the other is to show how much needs to be ground off of the drag link to clear the one-piece windows.

stevess11 09-13-2011 01:56 AM

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Just went through your entire build thread. Your motor install is very clean and looks like a factory install. Everything is well planned and thought out. Ive been wanting to do an Ls swap myself and you have given so much knowledge in your rightup that I believe I can get it done. Thanks
Steve

dliving69 09-13-2011 02:08 AM

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Where did you get that glovebox at? Mine is the original cardboard meterial and Id love one like that.

67C10BUB 09-17-2011 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by stevess11 (Post 4896863)
Just went through your entire build thread. Your motor install is very clean and looks like a factory install. Everything is well planned and thought out. Ive been wanting to do an Ls swap myself and you have given so much knowledge in your rightup that I believe I can get it done. Thanks
Steve

Glad to help.

67C10BUB 09-17-2011 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by dliving69 (Post 4896869)
Where did you get that glovebox at? Mine is the original cardboard meterial and Id love one like that.

The glove box came with the Old Air A/C kit, but you may be able to order it separately.

67C10BUB 10-01-2011 12:50 PM

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This truck is for sale, so I am posting some more recent pics to show the 1 piece windows and current interior. All this could be yours for only $20000.

thor 10-05-2011 03:00 PM

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Thought this was going to be your daily driver? Really nice truck! Good luck with the sale!

67C10BUB 10-05-2011 03:39 PM

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It is my daily driver, but it ended up closer to a show truck. I just dont want to ruin it, or have it stolen driving it every day. Besides, I could really use the money.
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