Re: 56 Cameo build
 

A few months ago I ran across this build. Just about a hour ago I found some seats very similar, 3rd row out of a Denali for $100. I am building a 59 Chevy fleetside with airbags.

Any Chance you could post more about the seat sliders you built?

Joe

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Well Spaztikjohns, not too difficult. I got the seat adjusters at a swap meet so I don't have any info on them. When I got the plates cut and sized for the seats, I turned the seats upside down and made slots big enough so the latches fit in with no clearance issues. Then I put 1/2" bolts in the latches like they would be when locked. Then I marked their positions and welded them to the plate. That way you can take the seats out anytime you need to. I also sloped the angle iron we welded to the ribs in the cab so it would bring the seats up for a shorter person. Not perfect but I think it will be fine for what I wanted. Hard to find a seat that doesn't go up into the back window and has the seat belt and shoulder harness built in. Hope this helps.
tbrown

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

looking good =0)

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Started to put the wiring harness back in, but got frustrated after a while and decided to do the mirrors. All of the research paid off, I really like them!
Had Wait-For -Me Performance do my harness a couple of years ago and after countless hours and a few phone calls we realized they sent me the wrong wiring diagram. Then they told me they were done and wouldn't send me the right diagram. Told me to just get one for that vehicle on my own. I'm going to get on the LSX site for some guidance.

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

The mirror looks real nice.
Kim

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OK, haven't posted for a while but I have been working hard on the final install and getting it right. Had a long standing issue with the throttle but finally solved it. Long story short, I wasn't getting ground at the TAC module. I spliced in a ground wire and bolted it to the rear of the right head. Now I can go on without the lingering thought that someone may have to disasemble it to find the problem. The last thing under the hood is to change the regulator in the alternator to remove the Generator Body Control Module. Then I will get to sending a few more pictures. I don't want to put the front fenders on until everything is done under the hood. I put brake fluid in so I can move it outside when better weather comes and leave it run for a while. Hoping to have it on the street sometime this summer.

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

Good to see you're still at it.
Kim

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OK, I let it run for about 15 minutes the other day and it quit. Ran out of battery. good time to change the regulator in the alternator and get that charging. Got the regulator from the local auto electronics shop and a few tips and got it done no problem. Thanks to dayj1 on the LSX swaps section for the how to. Finished bleeding the brakes. I didn't do the right sequence in bleeding them and got the piston to shut the front brakes off. Good to go now. On to the A/C lines.

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I decided this week I would plumb up the A/C. This will ( I hope ) finish me up under the hood. The A/C unit is in and the condensor mounted and I have a whole bag of fittings so shouldn't be a problem. Well I did a lot of looking and figuring and mocked up the lines at the condensor but thats about it. Painted a couple of things on the motor and put the grill together. Making progress so I'm not complaining. My hose guy should have some lines for me next week. I ordered the windshield and back window gaskets from Steele Rubber this morning, so that will be the next major project.

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

It sure is looking good.
Kim

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

Nice work! Could you have mounted the condenser with the fittings on the passenger side, thinking it might reduce the length of the lines.

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I'm not sure about that. I know we had it upside down before then changed it to have the #8 on top and #6 on the bottom. There is not a lot of room there. So I don't think so.

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Installed the new windshield today. Got the back glass tinted but didn't have it here and dry so we will do that another day.

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

Nice.
Kim

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Still working on the truck. Done under the hood and pretty happy with it. All glass in. Put the bed back on to get wheel spacing and mock up the rear bumper. Finished endgate latches and straps. Ordered 2" drop spindles from CPP on ebay. Gotta get the front end down a little. Working on the front sheet metal gaps so I can put the headlights and parking lights in. Someday when I go to the garage I won't have anything to do.

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

Looks good.
Kim

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

Looking good!

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Installed the 2" drop spindles. Love the stance! Downside is I found a bad ball joint so I got all 4 Moog balljoints for under $90 from Amazon with free shipping. One more project.

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

Nice stance.
Kim

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Finally picked the tires. I thought I would have more choices, but 15" tires are a thing of the past. Happy with the stance, but I think a bumper tuck is in order.We are going to stick with the painted bumper, weld the bolts in, and narrow it a bit. Haven't decided whether to paint it red or argent silver to match the wheels. Anyone have Chip Foose's number?
Finishing up under the dash and steering column. Going pretty well, I have been putting it off because it can be frustrating.

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

Looks good.
Kim

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

Nice build - good to see another one nearing completion!

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The hood brace would not clear the air cleaner so my buddy made a circle out of 5/16" steel rod and I made a gig to keep everything in place. worked out ok.

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Nice fix.
Kim

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Took the bed to the painters except for the insides. Instead of filling the dings with bondo and trying to get them straight I am going to glue aluminum panels to the sides. It worked well on the tailgate so I'm hoping it works well on the sides.
Steering column is almost done except for putting on the horn button. Mounted and wired the horn today so maybe I can finish tomorrow!

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

Nice build, great skills !!
I let a cameo escape me years ago and enjoy seeing the progress you are making.
JT from SC

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Nice wheel.
Panel looks good.
Kim

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Gluing the panel on isn't as easy as it sounds. We had to make sure there are no high spots which meant shrinking the metal to stop the oil canning. Really neat process, but it works. Spent today grinding down to bare metal around the edges for a good bond. Tomorrow we will borrow the glue applicator from the local body shop to finish the deal.

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What process did you use to shrink it? I have seen videos on the tube. Can you enlighten us?

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Found the highest spot, heated cherry red, hammer and dolly around the outside of the heat spot, then quench with a wet rag. The extra metal sinks down in the hotspot. Kept working around using a 4' level to check the progress. Take your time.

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Got The bed back from the painters. He did an awesome job. I need to decide what to put under the cameo sides to seal them to the bedrail. I'm going to check with the local pickup cap dealer to see what they use to seal the caps on the bottom.

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

Looks great
Kim

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

Very nice!

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Now that looks slippery ... and very RED - NICE.

R46

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After many years with long days and nights in the garage, ( with a little help from my friends ) I put the plates and insurance on the cameo. Now it is time to enjoy. Wish me luck! Thanks to all who have given advice, information, and words of encouragement. Tbrown

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

Looks great.
Congrats.
Kim

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Yes congrats on the finish, sweet looking ride...Jim

Re: 56 Cameo build
 

Wow very nice to see it all finished! Hope you can make a little video of it running and driving along.... Its a great looking truck.

Enjoy!!!!

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Thank you all. Took it to the gas station and one trip down main street. Don't want to get too excited until I get the front aligned.

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Hey Guys, been a while since I last posted, so I wanted to let you all know how the truck is doing and what changes I've made. I took the 2" drop spindles because the front settled down and it was too low. Also changed the original oil pan to a Holley from Summit. It lines up with the crossmember. I scored on a set of chrome rear bumper ends so I sprang for a chrome front bumper and hood ornament. The local fab shop is bending me a piece to match the ends and we will make a steel rear bumper. Just finished wiring up the neutral safety switch and backup lights that comes on the 4L60E. Thanks to Nova 71 on the LSX swaps site. Made a hood prop up rod from parts from a junk yard. Lots more little projects, but really enjoy doing the little improvements one at a time and not having the truck down for more than a day or two. Tbrownhttp://IMG1110