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I still need to install the wing windows. I'm not sure if I want to attempt to rebuild mine or buy new ones.. It would save me a lot of money to rebuild mine.

Ordered a new shift knob today (F'ing Fast) lol, since I broke mine by over tighting it.;)

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I also stained an extra piece of my cherry wood to see what it would look like. I think I'm going to go with it.

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Nyce shifter, beds going to look sweet!

I rebuilt my wing windows, well one of them so far. Not hard just time consuming, soaked mine over night in Evaporust and repainted lower bracket.

Protect that paint and take your time.

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I rebuilt my vent windows. I used precision gaskets. It wasn't too bad. I did mine during the winter when there wasn't much going on in my shop. The rivets for the pivot that come with the kit I bought really sucked. I ended up making some that worked out really good. You can check it out HERE
Nice shift knob and wood for the bed.

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Thanks.. I'm hoping to finish cutting my cherry wood this weekend.

Yes, I thing I'm going to give it a shot you guys make it sound easy.

Mike, you took some really good pictures. I'm going to order the same gaskets. Thanks for the help.

I finally found the issue with my cam sensor:metal: The wires going into the ECM were in the correct locations but going into the plug 2 out of the 3 wires were crossed. It's always something simple lol.

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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.

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

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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http://i1317.photobucket.com/albums/...psa3bc82a3.jpg
and a front shot, just for good measure.
http://i1317.photobucket.com/albums/...ps99b70d8c.jpg

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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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Pic 2

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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...

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

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.