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If you run into a snag on your vent windows just give me a shout, I will help you if I can. I rebuilt mine and the latch would barely catch. The rubber takes a while to conform. I don't plan on ever opening them so that's not a big deal. They sealed up good.
Glad to see you found the cam sensor problem.

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Thank you for the info, that was the one I was eye-balling. Perfect.

What size hole-saw did you use in the firewall for the engine harness? Did you have any pictures of the completed mounting if ECM/Fuse Box and Vintage Air under the dash?

Reading through the VA instructions, it looks like it's going to be TIGHT under there.

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Thanks for the help Mike.

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I used a 2" hole-saw. At first I thought it was going to be too big, but it ended up working out perfect after running all my wiring. I plan on installing the vintage air system in the next few months. I'm pretty sure my ECM is going to be in the way and will have to relocate it nearby. I intentionally left my wiring going to the ECM extra long.

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Great info and Thank You for the picture. Can't wait to see how it turns out!

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Yeah, I'm pretty sure you'll have to move all of that. It's pretty tight up there with the VA evaporator unit, mounting brackets and lines. You might get lucky and be able to squeeze something in there, but it would be a PITA to get to if you ever need to replace a relay or chase wires

I used custom fittings, but the plumbing is about the same routing. Here's mine all jammed in there...
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and a front shot, just for good measure.
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Wow, your right that is going to be tight. Thanks for sharing the pictures.. Love the color of your truck. I'm also restoring a 63 VW 2nd owner all original car. The original color is close to your blue. What color is your truck? Thanks.

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No problem Mark. The truck is actually a factory Medium Blue, code 510. It's just been resprayed in Base/Clear.

I'm sure you'll love the AC once it's installed. I can't imagine going back to no AC in mine now that I have it. Keep up the good work, your truck is turning out great!

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This weekend I entered my truck in it's first ever Car Show, (the largest show of the year for the Las Vegas area). I was hesitant to do so, because my Truck is not completely finished. My family and I had a great time, and we met a lot of really cool people aka "Truck Enthusiasts"! I totally wasn't expecting to win anything, just excited to show the Truck & what I've finished so far! So when my Truck won; "Super Run 2015 Outstanding Vehicle" award, I was shocked AND proud!!

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Hell yes!

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Thanks Man!

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Well deserved...congrats man!
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Thank You!! I haven't been this excited since the day my first kid (my daughter) was born...lol

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Congratulations Mark.
I want to go to the show but had home work to do...

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awesome! congrats on the well deserved award. Your truck looks great, glad to see it our shining in the sun. :metal:

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Thanks Rich.. There were a couple of really nice K5's there. I can't wait to see yours on the road soon.

Thanks Mike... It's really hard to work on it, since I enjoy driving it so much lol. I can't believe how well these LS's run with the great fuel mileage to go with it.

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I've had the check engine light coming on. Fixed it with some new knock sensors from GM.

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I just picked up some new tubular A-arms and sway bar. Hopefully I will get them on this afternoon so I can get the truck aligned this weekend.

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A-arms are installed. I ended up having too pull out my 1.5" lowering springs and installing my stock spring to get the ride height. I can't believe how much better it rides. Today I'm going to install the sway bar.

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Bring it out to Espresso and Exotics tomorrow at Boca Park in Summerlin. People start showing up at 7 am.... https://www.facebook.com/eecarshow

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Thanks for the invite Rich. Hopefully I can make the next one.

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Awesome upgrade to your suspension! When I grow up, I want to add cool parts like that to my truck...

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Thanks Mike.. Got the truck aligned Friday, really handles nice now.

Had a few friends over yesterday to BBQ and help me with assembling my bed. I still need to bolt in the fender wells and install my fuel cap.

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Very nice! Has to feel good coming down the home stretch

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Awesome build!

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Awesome Build, Mark... One day I will go LSX.... Very nice Truck!

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Thank You! It is a good feeling. But for some reason I don't think it will ever be finished (engine mods, rear end, deeper wheels etc lol).

Thank You Gage!

Thank You Heath:metal: you won't regret it.

Tuesday night after a late night finishing up the wood floor. All my friends had just left. I was pulling the truck in the garage and was using 4"X4" in front of the tires to keep the truck in the driveway. so I kicked the block out forgetting it wasn't in gear and my E- brake wasn't on ( don't have one). Truck started to roll down so I shoved the block Back pinching my right index finger. Here's a picture before the 20 stitches. Luckily I didn't break my finger or damaged the truck. I told my wife I rather have lost my finger than my truck hitting the brick wall across the street lol. Sorry if the picture grosses anyone out. Let me know and I can delete it.

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wow!! i would have done the same!
blood sweat and tears!!

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Damn Mark, that looks painful, I would of done the same, however. Hope you heal up Fully, and quickly. Take Care.

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Holy Sh** I just about fainted....sorry to see that. It looks like something I would do...

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Man that looks rough! Youre definitely lucky you got to keep it.

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Damn that's truck love...safety third:) Cheers to healing fast!
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OUCH! That looks gnarly! Good save... I'm guess you ordered a E brake..

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OH MAN!!!! I cringed as soon as I saw the picture... no warning either. :lol: I had to scroll up on the page and read what happened... Looks like it hurt like hell! Hope you have a speedy and full recovery. Nice work saving the truck.