Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

mamzing job!! That engine compartment is top notch! Keep up the good work!

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

I am happy to see you making progress!! You are going to LOVE driving this!. Looking good!!

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

That's awesome your doing such a nice build at your age... Keep up the good work.. Here's a picture with the MAS installed.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Thanks:metal: I spent a lot of time tucking/securing the wiring harness and fuel system in the frame rails.

Thanks Leon!! I can't wait to drive it. I really dig your videos. Your truck is one of my favorite steppers on the forums.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Engine looks awesome Mark! Keep up the good work. You are so close now...

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Engine bay looks awesome Mark, nice job

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Just jumping in my agreement with the other posters...that engine bay looks incredible! Beautiful work.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Thanks Mike... My goal is to have it on the road this summer. Wish me luck lol...

Thanks Keith.. I'm ordering my chassis harness and gauges this week so I will have more to do:metal:

Thanks... I made a mount out of aluminum flat bar to secure my air filter.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Sweet! Hello Amazon order! Thank you sir!

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Amazon has really grown on me... I found a really nice coolant reservoir from Amazon made out of stainless steel with a sight glass/tube.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

That's a lot cooler than mine. I order almost everything from Amazon or eBay. They have all the big venders on there and it's a one time card entry. I hate typing in my info all the time. I'm even an Amazon prime member. Pretty awesome!

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Picture of coolant reservoir mounted on core support.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

What are you doing for your battery? Sorry if I've missed it through the build.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

More info please. Do you have a part number? I like that too.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

I ended building one out of 1/4" aluminum plate and mounting it on the passenger side of the frame behind the cab. I wanted to make sure my +/- cables ran the same side as the starter. I made sure I grounded my cab, core support and engine to the frame. I also ran battery cables up to my engine harness/ECM connection behind my glove box.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

I read through the reviews before I ordered it and there was some negative feed back because there was no way for the coolant to return to the radiator, so people added a hose inside the reservoir to fix the problem. The one I ordered showed up with the fix already;)

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Mike, I forgot to mention, make sure you purchase the suggested clamp (moroso part number 63401) because the one that comes with it is really cheesy like the reviews said.

Here's a picture with the pickup hose in it.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Ahh yes, now I remember. Thank you, Mark.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Thanks for the info on the tank and hose Mark. I didn't realize until last night I have a battery right in the way of the recovery tank. I may have to come up with another plan.
Great job relocating the battery. I forgot you had done that.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Thanks Mike:metal:

I ordered the rest of my bed parts so I can send them to my painter and finally put my bed together. I am looking at going with "Birds Eye Maple" for my floor.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Awesome, can't wait to see the bed finished up and mounted on the truck

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Thanks Keith... Your engine looks great. That LS motor is going to look good in your truck.

Yesterday My IDIDIT tilt column came in. I was able to get into the truck last night. Now I'm waiting on my Grant steering wheel and installation kit to show up.
I also ordered my AAW harness and Dakota Digital VHX instruments. After all of the research they seem to be the two best choices. I also like the fact everything is made in the USA:metal:

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

IDIDIT column installed with CPP u-joints.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

I'm digging the new column! Looks like a very nice piece :metal:

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Very nice truck! I've been watching this one. Very nice work.