Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Looks very nice! Good clearance all around?

I'd be leary of using foam weather strip on the high hump, as it will trap water. Just grab a tube of auto body seam sealer

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Very nice!

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Thanks for all the compliments guys!

Yep, seems to have plenty. See for yourself
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...pssrfve0dj.jpg

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...pswrgta9hb.jpg

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...ps0umizoki.jpg

I'm using 45* EZ Clip fittings, in case anyone is wondering.

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

I got my new PRC aluminum LS swap radiator yesterday. It has dual 16" Spal fans too. Love the one they did for my GTO, so I knew they'd do great for the 71. Took about 4 weeks to get it made and shipped. I can't wait to get it installed and the engine running!!

Not sure if I'll leave it plain or paint it satin black. Thinking black, since I really don't have anything polished in the engine compartment, but it sure looks good as is.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...psdiihjeks.jpg

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

DD compressor mount? Which compressor model? Looks like it fits great!

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Yes sir! It's a Sanden SD7B10 compressor.

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Damn, there are a lot of wires for these engines!
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...pswidciy1j.jpg

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Mmmm... spaghetti

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

:lol: have fun with that!

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Hahaha, my thoughts exactly! Thanks guys!!

Well, I moved on from the wiring, figuring I'd have better luck sorting through it with the engine/trans out of the truck.

This weekend I started on fixing the firewall. Was pulling a dent I found when the stud pulled the sheet metal apart. :waah: Ground off the paint and bedliner/undercoating crap to find some pinholes. Cut it out and made a patch, which lead to blow outs. I hate thin sheet metal and rust!!! :devil:

Well, I ended up with this.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...pstw5fyjqd.jpg

And got it all finished up here
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...psxht5ndns.jpg

I guess GM never meant for these panels to be flat, so the entire blower motor area is low, which is why the welds still show up. I didn't want to grind through any metal, so I'll have to try and work the steel as best I can. Thankfully I'll be making a panel to cover most of this anyway. Heck, it might have been easier to replace the full face of the firewall in this area, maybe even this section of the cowl too.

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Nice work on the firewall repair and filler. Do you have a plan for the other openings? I know I made the mistake of cutting the whole section out and cutting a one piece filler plate. (HERE) Not a good idea in my opinion. On my next one, I will leave the rolled edges and just make two filler pieces. I had a ton of oil canning issues with the one piece. I've seen the ones made by porterbuilt, they should be better because it has a rolled edge.
I hate repairing the rust in this area. It can be a real pain to get rid of it all.
good luck!

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Thanks Mike. Yeah, I plan on leaving everything the way it is and just making patches for the two large openings, and maybe some small round ones for the bigger holes near it. I want to try and get the Vintage Air brackets figured out first, since I want to get rid of the bolts on the engine side of the firewall. The openings will make it easier to get to both sides with a copper spoon for welding holes shut. I appreciate you sharing your experience though. I'm sure you may have saved me a headache or three if I decided to cut it out later.

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Damn that's a lot of wire. It'll be worth all the pain though.

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10 "Brutus" 6.0L 6l90e swap
 

You got that right! :lol:

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10 "Brutus" 6.0L 6l90e swap
 

uh oh....

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...psrrwioy5s.jpg

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10 "Brutus" 6.0L 6l90e swap
 

It's been a while, so it's time for an update. I've been tackling the firewall when I can (so it's slow going), but progress has been made. Here's what I have so far.
I got all the small holes welded in, then I did the drivers side a/c & heater hole...
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...psca24alq7.jpg

Filled in the large round hole and final a/c & heater hole. I also started the passenger side firewall radius to match the drivers side.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...psdfpqsko1.jpg

And on Sunday, I used a scrap piece of 12"x12" wood with a rounded corner to hammer the rolled edge to a better (smoother) form.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...pshiorylyw.jpg
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Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Very nice work on the firewall Duane!

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Looking Good Duane.

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

nice work and good use of that wood to get your rounded shoulder!

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Looks nice, Duane. Years ago I had a buddy that would say, "Auto parts by Homer Formby!" when we used wood to make stuff for our hotrods. ;)

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Thanks guys!

A little more progress this weekend. I got the filler welded in and started on the wire gutter cap.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...pspvofgcrq.jpg

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...psni2djmff.jpg

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Nice work on the firewall and gutter....going to look good when done!

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Sweet work on the gutter! After I saw a cab done up like that I really wished I would have done mine that way. They look so clean and sleek IMO!

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Very nice work on the firewall!

Re: Knomadd '71 SWB C-10
 

Nice work on the firewall Duane.