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Hart_Rod

03-08-2013 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Bowtie468 (Post 5934119)

Still working on it . The whole bed is now ready for paint , minus the tailgate . The two that I had just didn't measure up . I would up springing for a really sweet OEM gate . ( Thanks Daniel ! [ dirish ] )

Still have a few more changes to make for the efi . I did get the tank pulled and installed the new in-tank pump .

As for the motor , well I wound up taking a few steps backwards on that. I was just planning to pull the motor and repaint and install new cam . Well , I pulled the heads off and disassembled for paint . Wound up installing new springs and valve job . Then , when i came to the block , I figured that too would be much easier if it was bare . So once tore down , proceeded to smooth all the casting . The POR 15 paint looks much better with it slicked out . While its apart , if course it's getting new bearings , rings .

So in a nutshell , an engine repaint turned into a total engine build ! And I wonder why this truck is not finished yet. . Lol !
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Don't feel bad Chris, that's what usually happens to me....:devil:

Bowtie468

03-08-2013 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by 68bowtie (Post 5934175)

i'm sure you will be glad you took the time

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For sure , in the end it will be worth it.

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Originally Posted by Bennett--G4L (Post 5934312)

:lol: Sounds like me, I'm pulling my complete rolling chassis apart to install Porterbuilt Front/Rear Dropmembers and re-paint the frame, so I'm taking two steps back to take a step forward as well. You will be happier in the end that you did exactly what you wanted atleast thats how I feel about mine :chevy: Can't wait to see some updated pics.

I've got a few pics of the induction setup all mocked up . Bolted to the cylinder heads. I slicked out some stock big block valve covers and buried them with 4 coats of orange . Then cut and buffed them . Added the 502 Ram Jet air cleaner instead of the S&P rectangular one . Looks much better IMO . Also dechromed the fuel rails and did them in black to add some contrast and break up all the chrome . I'll post some shots first chance I get. Should be this weekend .

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod (Post 5934345)

Don't feel bad Chris, that's what usually happens to me....:devil:

Lol ! The trouble we put our selves through , huh Rob ? :devil:
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Bowtie468

03-11-2013 12:20 AM

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as promised

n2billet

03-11-2013 06:05 AM

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That looks slick.....the block looks excellent!

coggonobrien

03-11-2013 06:22 AM

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very nice, i forget, what are you running for heads?

darkhorse970

03-11-2013 07:00 AM

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That's really gonna look KILLER with that beautiful black Chris!! Good call!!
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Bennett68C10

03-11-2013 10:55 AM

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Awesome work Chris

superflysteiny

03-11-2013 11:40 AM

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Now that is nice

raull

03-11-2013 09:22 PM

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sick sick sick !!!!

Bowtie468

03-12-2013 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by n2billet (Post 5939586)

That looks slick.....the block looks excellent!

Thanks Keith !:chevy:

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Originally Posted by coggonobrien (Post 5939598)

very nice, i forget, what are you running for heads?

Heads are ported 781's with 2.25" intakes

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Originally Posted by darkhorse970 (Post 5939618)

That's really gonna look KILLER with that beautiful black Chris!! Good call!!
Thank you, Keith
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Originally Posted by Bennett--G4L (Post 5939931)

Awesome work Chris

Thanks Keith

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Originally Posted by superflysteiny (Post 5940006)

Now that is nice

Thanks Eric

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Originally Posted by raull (Post 5941097)

sick sick sick !!!!

Thank you Raul:chevy:

dirish

03-13-2013 07:15 PM

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Really looking sweet! I imagine its gonna sound pretty good!
Cant wait to see a complete ride!
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Bowtie468

03-15-2013 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by dirish (Post 5945330)

Really looking sweet! I imagine its gonna sound pretty good!
Cant wait to see a complete ride!
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Yeah , I can't wait to finish the engine and fire her up . This new roller cam is somewhat tamer than my previous flat tappet , but I'm more concerned with driveability than before . Should still have a healthy exhaust note .

Update ..... Modified my bed dolly this past week . Tomorrow or Sunday I'll get the bedsides , tubs and front panel cut in so I can bolt it all back together on the dolly and ready it for the trip to the spray booth !!!! :metal:
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superflysteiny

03-19-2013 03:30 PM

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Cant wait as you know I love this truck

smoknbarrels

04-14-2013 12:14 PM

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Unreal detail... Simply amazing following this.
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longbed67

04-14-2013 09:34 PM

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I somehow missed the pics of the engine until now:metal: BadA$$ man

67cheby

04-15-2013 09:55 AM

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Wow.....double wow !

dirish

04-15-2013 11:21 AM

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Gonna be so sweet! All i can say is wow!
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GSFMECH

04-15-2013 07:07 PM

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You guys should see this truck in person, it is awesome.

FRENCHBLUE72

04-15-2013 07:17 PM

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Cant wait to see that all bolted together gonna be sweet..

Bowtie468

04-16-2013 11:15 PM

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Thanks guys, its getting there.

superflysteiny

04-20-2013 01:38 PM

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Pics please
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Bowtie468

04-21-2013 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by superflysteiny (Post 6023828)

Pics please
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Not too much to show at the moment Eric. but I do have one of the new oil pan. :chevy:

brownge

04-22-2013 04:15 AM

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Hey Chris,

Would you be willing to make another set of those headlight and wiper knobs? I'll be running the same Vintage Air panel and love how those came out.

Thanks,
Greg

wayne72

04-26-2013 07:05 PM

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Man I love this build! sorry to go back aways ,but what motor mounts are you running? are they poly? what brand or part number ? thanks and keep it up!:metal:

Bowtie468

04-27-2013 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by wayne72 (Post 6036573)

Man I love this build! sorry to go back aways ,but what motor mounts are you running? are they poly? what brand or part number ? thanks and keep it up!:metal:

Thanks wayne72 . My towers are 68-71 with small block poly mounts from Energy Suspension . Not sure of the part number. Still in Texas for Pate until tomorrow, but I'll check when I get home .
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