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

Are you running a 4" lift. I'm looking at the front shackles on your truck. with no load on them other than the frame they are leaning forward slightly. I have a 6" lift and my shackles are leaning forward about 2.5" it will be interesting if yours start to lean back as they should with the weight on them.

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

We dropped the driveline in next...and things looked about the same.

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We were now ready to drop in the engine and trans, but first we had to shorten the shaft to the adapter to the NP205 transfer case.

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Amazing build. Love the skill and professionalism your people display in the neatness and orderly way things progress.

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very nice truck, and build:chevy:

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Drool!!! I'm in.

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Thanks a lot, we appreciate it.

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Our next step was install the transfer case to the tranny, then drop in the motor/tranny combo into the chassis. Everything was pre-fit, and our custom engine brace really worked out nice.

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

very nice.

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Wet sand and buffing the cab...

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I always forget the build threads in 4x4 section

Just got caught up....this is very nice!!!!!

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Thanks a lot, yeah, we are very happy with how it's coming together.

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Laying down Dynamat for a nice quiet ride.

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

Looking awesome, can i borrow your crew for about 6 months?? LOL!

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Can't wait for the first burnout! I think it might have enough oomph 😉

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Ha ha...thanks guys.

Here we are with assembly work. Exhaust manifolds on the LSA as well as the wiring harness. We then installed the drive shaft, and wheels.

We officially have a rolling chassis!!

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

What a nice truck! :chevy:

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Wow, this thing is absolutely mint. Really digging the wheel/tire combo. The chrome will look sharp under the Red/White

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Thanks guys...we really appreciate the input...the truck is really coming together nice....can't wait to see it all assembled.

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While the chassis was being made into a roller, Heath was busy wet sanding and buffing the rest of the body components.

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

Very, very nice!

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Thanks a lot, really appreciate it.

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Got the cab and box on the chassis...starting to look like a truck again.

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That thing will be so beast, great work all! Looks fantastic.

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^
^:chevy:

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Ha ha...thanks, yeah, it's looking pretty tough.

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Time to build the exhaust...

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Time to do a burnout!

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Ha ha...getting close!!!

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Time to start the long and patient, but fun process of assembly.

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I can't handle it any longer. you guys have passed me up. if I drive up to you place and drop off my body part to paint it would slow you down so I can catch up. can we make a deal on paint.

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

Funny I have been thinking the same thing. :)

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Ha ha...thanks guys...we'll gladly help you out, but I do not think there is any slowing down on this projects, things are rolling really nice.

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More assembly work...

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Few more assembly pics...

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It's a beauty , thanx for all the pics! Can't wait to see the finished product. What is the hp rating of the engine?

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Thanks a lot...the supercharged LSA engines from GM Performance are rated at 556 hp...not too shabby.

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Well it might turn the tires!😜

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More assembly process...

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This is the best build I have every seen! Looks really good. Love the modern power and old school look. Also the attention to detail making ever thing look like it was made to be in truck from factory!