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Will you be sound deadening the complete roof skin? I think that'll make a huge difference if you do.

Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster"
 

Yes I plan to but I might use a different product with more insulating properties. More research is needed on what I'll buy.

Thanks
Marc

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Last night I worked on mounting my ECU under the seat. I had to notch thhe edge of the seat opening slightly to allow the computer to slid back some....I cut a 2.25" pass thru hole for the rubber grommet. I also used these simple ECU mounts that grab the ECU on the sides. To fasten these to the floor, I used nut zirts that I think are slick. Also while I was at it I needed to get a sneak peak of my gauges....I still need to make a small bracket to mount a small fuse panel from the LS (BP Automotive) wiring harness.

Thanks
Marc

Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster"
 

A few more pics...

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Looking good!

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are those the coyote swap 5" DD gauges? I noticed those a couple months ago and I like how they fit the hole. the 47-53 DD gauges use an adapter ring and for expensive gauges I just think thats... low effort?

if so, thanks for showing me what they look like!

Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster"
 

gauge looks great Marc ...

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These are just the HDX gauges by DD for AD trucks....Nothing special just expensive but they are expandable. I added an ambient temp sensor.

Thank you. I wavered between Silver or White...

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ahh the ring looked different. the stock appearing ad DD stuff is nice but why couldnt they make it fit?

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1587099013

this is the coyote swap set I looked at.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1587099013

fit a 5" hole but from the front, which is nice when you have a lot of stuff in the dash like I do.

you will have to tell me how you like them!

Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster"
 

I'm not sure what doesn't fit. On mine, yes you have to install from the back side but they fit the holes opening fine. They fit just like the last set of all digital DD I ran in my 48 truck..To me the lip on the Coyote swap as you are referring to them. The lip looks too big and seems like it would look out of place. Not to mention how would you secure them to the dash since they would not use the stock mounting locations.

I will let you know

Marc

Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster"
 

I picked up my painted seats from the painter. One (middle) had a sizable run in the clear so I took it back to be fixed. I think the white seats frames in gloss with offer some nice contrast to interior. I also installed a Newport Engineering wiper motor. Moving forward.

Marc

Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster"
 

Marc, how did the install of the Newport engineering wiper motor go? Do you think it's worth the money? Will you be retrofitting the factory knob onto the switch?

Spencer

Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster"
 

It was pretty straight forward. I did extend the lower brace to reach a factory hole in a factory bracket under the dash. I also clearance the housing some as it hit the linkage of the fresh air vent. Mine was moved slightly. My dash is modified since I cut the bottom of the dash flat to later add a lower dash panel to I don't know if those changes are due to my other dash changes. I didn't mount the switch yet but it wont be in the stock location as I filled that hole. Goes with my less is more design beliefs. I will probably hide it under my lower dash panel. I have an idea. I plan to drive mine a lot so I wanted good wipers in case I get into some heavy rain...

I can grab some pics if you like.

Marc

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Right on! I would love to see some photos of the install when you get a chance.

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You've got it. I'm waiting on a cowl vent seal then I'm going to reassemble everything and get the vent working smoothly (to make sure no other modification are needed)....

Marc

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seats came out nice!!!!

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Thanks...I always wanted white seat frames with a dark leather. I'm excited to how it will look once the upholstery gets done.... This fabric will be on my door panels on the sides in the back and as an inset into the seats...

Marc

Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster"
 

I decided on my tail lights. I went with 50's Pontiac LED tail lights. The price was right and they will work as running lights, tail lights and turn signals. You could also get them with a bucket to french them in. I was planning on making buckets but they were cheap so I hit the easy button. I like how they turned out.....I will end up giving the trim rings a satin brushed finish to tone down the bling and tie into the rest of the trim.

Marc

Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster"
 

Looks good Marc..!

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Thanks Greg..

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That's nice.

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nice job frenching those in.............looks good

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Thanks Guys. it was very straight forward. The buckets were a nice quality part and came all ready in primer.

Marc

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lights look great...Jim

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I've had this coil mount for a bit. Basically it simulates the look of a distributor. I have seen several on the internet and everyone keeps it a secret as to where they got them. I found this one from a small fab shop. I don't recall the name off hand but I have it in my email. He was cheap and offered great service. I also purchased vintage looking plug wires. These are black with green tracers. I think they will offer nice contrast....I'm not 100% sure this will clear the firewall but I have my fingers crossed. I didn't have this when I had the mock up block mounted

Marc

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Very nice...Jim

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wow thats pretty cool!

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Any more photos of your coil mounts? Do they attach to the bolts on the valley cover?

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Yes it is bolted to the valley cover... It's slick and pretty compact. If your using the tall OEM oil pressure sensor you would have to modify the bracket to clear. I will move my sensor to the side of the block.

Marc

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the 'distributor' and the wires look really good.

nice additions to a really cool build.

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Thanks really slick Marc...nice coil setup..
I never really thought about mounting them like that..I have mine down behind the heads..

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Dang Son... I've been away for to long.:lol::lol: You have been super busy!! the Burb looks great so far!! i'm thinking i need to get after it and stop messing with all the other toys.

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Thanks, I'm trying. Selling the 48 funded kicking this project into high gear. I just ordered all of the SS pipe & mufflers for my exhaust. I really want to get the exhaust done prior to dropping the body back on. I have a lot of parts waiting so once the body goes on it should pick up speed....

Marc

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I've been working on somebody work and paint. I had some metal patch panels that I put in a while back. I always had the idea of blending in the old rust with new rust....Over all I'm pretty happy with the results. I plan to add some detail with an air brush then treat it with flat clear. I know this is not everyone cup of tea but I didn't want a show paint job like my 48 had as I plan to drive this one more.....On to the pics.

Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster"
 

This is a before and after of the splash pans. The rear pan was actually a bright orange color before I started screwing with it. I show a close up of the front splash pan. I basically extenuated the rust that was on the panel... The simulated rust has a texture to it and blends in with the actual rust...I'm getting closer to putting the body back on the frame for good.

Keep in mind the back side of each panel has been treated to raptor liner so it should be very durable. I don't think most people spend the time/money to make it look nice on the bottom side when It will look like a rusted finish on top. For me, I wanted the bottom side of be really nice so if I ever wanted to put a shiny paint job on it I would not have to take the body off of the frame (which is a pain with Suburbans).

Marc

Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster"
 

Marc, nice job on the rusty look...Jim

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Looks great Marc. Keep it up.

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Looking good Marc..!!

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Thanks guys, I'm looking forward to dropping the body back on. We are working on a custom SS exhaust system and then I should be good to drop on the body.

Marc

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perfect blending! I have real patina that doesnt look that good :haha: