Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club *69 Tahoe Project*
 

Thinkin about ordering braided front and rear lines from classic tube but they'll have to put together a hybrid kit.

Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club *69 Tahoe Project*
 

What about factory Imp SS, Caddilac or f-body flex lines (78~81 trans-am)?

Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club *69 Tahoe Project*
 

I gave been following your build for some time, so of course, i must say absolutely AWESOME work.

and, a side note.

Primus still rocks, Les Claypool is a bass God, and there are just too many puppies.

-Sam.

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I need to research it more. I just figured if I'm gonna buy flex lines I might as well go big and get SS braided for all four corners:ito:

Thanks ...and I still believe in Captain Crunch :mm: :metal:

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OK FF, I figured if you can do it I can too............!!!! Did I cut it in the right place????










:D.

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Hey frizzle do you have the lokar th400 kickdown mounted on the engine in the burb and if you do could you shoot a few pics of the hook up and mounting to the carb..

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Way to go Rob!! :metal:

Looks like new thread marerial.

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OOOOPPPPPPPSSSSSS!!!!!! I think I measured wrong!!!!!

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Oh well, I guess I'll have to stick to the original plans, :D.

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:lol: :lol: :lol:

I'll see if I have some or I'll take some.

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Found these pictures of factory rubber lines.....

Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club *69 Tahoe Project*
 

Well, both rear calipers are on, but I'm still waiting for one ebrake cable...

I re-configured my rear shocks to allow full rear travel without shock limitations. More detail on that here.

Here's the result:

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y23...g?t=1199379582

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y23...g?t=1199379582

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y23...g?t=1199379582

Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club *69 Tahoe Project*
 

I love it. I have been following this project from the begining Awesome!

Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club *69 Tahoe Project*
 

[QUOTE=Frizzle Fry;2514077]Well, both rear calipers are on, but I'm still waiting for one ebrake cable...

I re-configured my rear shocks to allow full rear travel without shock limitations.

Looks great! Do you have any pictures of the flex lines you used?

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cool, just seeing what's going on

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No flex lines yet. I'm going to install the disc/disc prop valve bleed the brakes and drive it to be sure there are no other issue to be resolved first. Also, to be honest, I want to see how much movement we're talking about here. I'm sure the flex lines are ultimately the right thing to do, but I need to be fully convinced ;)

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Thanks guys. Slowed down over the holidays there. The thread even dropped to the second page at one point :eek: But I'm back on track now :ito:

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Hey FF, Whats going on man? Did you have a good Christmas?

Shoot me a PM of your address. Got something to send you!

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Love the build. I was wondering what you were going to do next. You could have 12'' of snow and 28 degrees as your highest temp for two weeks!:lol:I just wanted to give you some motivation because your tahoe has been one of mine. Keep up the good work.:chevy:

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Well, It's been raining non-stop here and at the moment the Tahoe does not have a dry home :( But I'm still getting out there :) The next few items ( not necessarily in order) are:

• Rear Tubs
• Re-do Exhaust
• 68 clip with modded inner fenders
• Rear Cargo Area floor (wood planks/chrome strips)
• Truck taillights
• Body/Paint

Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club *69 Tahoe Project*
 

I love the look of this ride,major props to you for an original concept.

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I vote for the tail lights next, weather permitting. I can't wait to see that mod.

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Subscribed..... :metal:

I might have missed it, but what sort of latching mechanism will you be using for the rear tailgate now? It seems a shame to cut a hole for a center-mounted one now that you've got that area so nice and smooth... perhaps a set of side-mounted ones? Will you use the stock release button somehow or go with a solenoid or cable actuated dealio???


Awe-inspiring build.... I'm getting impure thoughts about my own '72 Burb now.


:chevy:

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Ya, me too. It could be shifted up the list ;)
The stock latches and button work and will stay. The gate is in nearly the same position/angle when it latches as it was before. I don't see any reason to change it.

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That little guy looks SWEET laid out..

If your going to the board meet this year, please bring it!

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I do believe this has convinced me to do a 20/22 combo when I redo my truck. Now as to when that'll be is another question...

Regardless this thing is awesome, I've showed a lot of my buddies your work and they've all been amazed, just like me.

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I always thought 20's would be the biggest I go with but the 22 rear really sets it off. I think anything over 20 in the front starts looking to bling, but that's just me. Everyone has their own tolerances for these things. Some guys would never put anything over 15s on these trucks...

BTW nice Avatar! :metal:

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Thanks. I don't think I'll be hittin Tenn this year. Maybe after she gets a 700R4 and EFI ;)

I do plan to attend the NW meet if it happens though.

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The 20/22 combo really makes your truck stand out.

I had planned running 18/20 on mine, with a 29" tall tire on the front, but money decided otherwise. I'm really happy with my 17's, and they allow me to sit pretty low without cutting the truck up (which I have neither the skill nor the money to do... yet ;)).

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Finaly had a break in the rain and bled the brakes and drove it with the new discs and rear shock config.

First, the ride is outstanding! Good rear suspension really make a difference in ride quality.

With the rear floor still out I can really hear what's going on back there and the rear brakes are definately dragging. I think I may need to shim the caliper brackets out a smig.

No real performance testing of the rear discs yet...

I also went ahead and ordered the flex lines for the rear calipers. I just went with rubber lines for now. They are NAPA P/N 380483 for both and $14 and some change each.

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So what changes did you make out back besides new shocks? Have you found a suitable sway bar yet. (taking notes):lol:

You may find it difficult to quiet those Camaro brakes. I had those same calipers on my '94 TA. They always want to rub the rotor when you have brand new pads as well as when they are well worn. They kinda have a 'sweet spot' when the pads are just broken in and the clearances are good on both sides...

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[QUOTE=gringoloco;2531520]
You may find it difficult to quiet those Camaro brakes. I had those same calipers on my '94 TA. They always want to rub the rotor when you have brand new pads as well as when they are well worn. QUOTE]

So gringo, which calipers are you gonna use on yours?

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The new shocks are longer and tipped in at an angle now instead of vertical giving me full travel without shock induced limitations. The ride probably feels a little more compliant due to the bar removal as well. I'm going to go with the hellwig trailing arm bar.

I noticed when I installed the calipers that they wanted to push the rotors and axles into the housing as the bolts were tightened. I figured I'd get it all bled and cycled a few times and see where it settles. But after driving it I can definately feel and hear the drag so I'll shim them out a little.

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Mike I just read this whole post. Man what a project....:metal: Next time I am in Portland I am going to want to stop by and meet you and check out your rigs. I have some mods I want to make to my 63' as well that are subtle and a head scratcher. Good job keep the progress pics coming.

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I'll work on the rendering for you tomorrow. I forgot I have to take the wife to some freakin Ball tonight. OH Boy, I'm going to have some fun.

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Impala. I will figure out the e-brake later...

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AMAZING thread!! other than that I'm speechless :c2:

oh and, Primus Rocks!!

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ok

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nice. Friz, got any new pics?

Brought the '51 home.

Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club *69 Tahoe Project*
 

FF, we need an update, :D.