Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

Hung the rest of the major sheet metal so we could lay out the Cheyenne trim...lots of holes drilled!!!

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

Man that is going to be one sexy truck!

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

While it is still at this stage, you guys misplaced the "super" emblem on the driver's side. Common mistake seen on restored trucks. It always goes under the Cheyenne portion of the emblems on both sides, not more on the right hand side. Just thought I'd help ya out ahead of paint. Trevor

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

Project is looking good though.

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

Is it going to be stock height or is there plans for a lift? And if lifted what tires/ wheels will you guys be using.

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

The truck will be getting a 4" lift kit, and I believe the tires are 285/75/18...they are at the tire shop right now, so I can't look...but I do know they are 34" tall.

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

We trimmed, and capped the front fenders for clearance.

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

Put in the new 4" lift springs, then mocked up the motor and transmission.

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

is that a 73-87 chassis?

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

Nitis...no, the chassis is a 72 4x4.

Thanks

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

Maybe I don't understand. The LSA is just like any of the other LSX blocks right? How are you mounting the engine thought you needed a modified crossmember

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

The engine compartment was then mocked up with the radiators, fans, and other misc components for clearance and mounting points. The guys also fabricated a custom engine cradle for the LSA.

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

Nitis...yes, ha ha...you are just one step ahead of me...here is the custom engine cradle for the LSA engine.

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

Here is the custom engine cradle for mounting the LSA engine.

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

Ok though maybe you found a top secret way. This amongst other things is why I'm leaning away from an lsx swap. Wish I had your tools and skills. That is gunna be one sweet ride

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

Outstanding!

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

Looks sweet!

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

Thanks a lot guys...the truck is really coming along nice.

Here we cleaned up the rest of the frame to get it ready for sand blasting, and fabricated mounts for the gas tank.

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

what gas tank are you using?

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

It's a TANKS inc gas tank, but we had to do a good amount of modifying to mount it.

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

We mocked up more components to the truck's cab, and started on its body work.

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Body working the cab...

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All the mods are done to the frame, so it was sent off for sand blasting...looks nice.

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Meanwhile it was a big day for the cab...we seam sealed it, then it was off to paint!!!

Re: 1972 c10 conversion to a LSA powered k20 build thread
 

Looks sweet!