Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Rob,

I used a hydroboost from a 2500 Silverado. The only problems I ran into was connecting an adjustable pushrod to the unit to attach to my pedal. Other than that, it was cheap and works great. I have a list of fittings I used laying around somewhere, if that would be beneficial at all.

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

:metal:

Sounds good!

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Rob,

Here are the fittings I used on my hydroboost setup. The power steering pump already had two return ports, so I didn't have to add a return or T the two return lines. I used 10' of Powerflex teflon -6 hose (RUS-632620).

Steering box fittings: RUS-640380 5/8-18 TO -6
RUS-648050 11/16-18 TO -6

PS Pump fittings: RUS-648060 16MMx1.5 to -6

Hydrooboost fittings: RUS-670531 16MMX1.5 MALE adapter to -6
RUS-670541 18MMx1.5 MALE adapter to -6

Pressure Hose ends: RUS-620421, Endura Hose end -6 90 degrees.

I just used rubber hose for my return lines, and the hydroboost and steering box both already had a hose barb fitting for the return lines. Hope this helps.

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

I did mine with all factory off the shelf parts. I used a new hydroboost unit and lines from what I believe is for a 2000-2003 2500 chevy pickup. All I had to do was drill holes in the mounting plate to bolt in onto my truck and lengthen the pushrod by welding on the original rod on the end for the extra length. Then I just bent the lines to fit and lay nicely.
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The holes that have a star pattern stamped into them are the holes that originally had the mounting studs in them, the others I drilled to mount it. I did have to modify the mounting plate slightly after this picture was taken, I had to cut it to clearance the column support mount, and cut it a little more to look better with that part cut out.
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Make sure that when you measure the length of the pushrod, you have the brake pedal where you want it, and have the return spring in the end of the hydroboost. I had the brake pedal too high, and did not have the return spring on mine, and had to shorten mine from what you see in this picture.
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Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Thanks guys!

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

I've finally got all my pictures back up in my build thread if you're wanting to check it out.

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Just wondering which driveshaft you used?

Thanks,
Nick

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Thanks!

I had one custom built.

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Any way I could have the info where you got it done? How much it cost? And the length?

Thanks,
Nick

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

I had it built at a local shop driveline shop. 71" total length, 40" from rear end to center of carrier bearing, 31" from center of carrier bearing to the transmission. $750 total (double cardan joint was extra $200).

R

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Thank you.

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

No problem! I would check and see if you have someone local that can build you one. That way they can tell you how to measure everything to make sure you get exactly what you need. Also, I changed mine from the center hang bracket that had the light duty carrier bearing to bottom mounted bracket with a heavy duty carrier bearing. We also upsized the shaft diameter from 2" to 3" due to the amount of torque that my engine will put out. Let me know if you have any other questions.

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I am curious what caused you to need the new drive shaft specfically the double cardan joint. I have not been able to get my suburban perfect yet. I have a vibration under acceleration when hauling my camper. Pinion angles are 4up on the pinion and 4 down on the trans output

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Are you running a 1 piece drive shaft?

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

I have the original 2 piece cut down with the small light duty 2 bolt hanger bearing.

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Gotcha. What angle do you have at the middle joint (in between the front and rear drive shaft? Theoretically, you want around zero at the transmission to the first shaft and and then 3 or less at the between the first shaft to the second shaft and the opposite from the second shaft to the differential. That's what the guy at the drive line shop told me anyway. My 2 rear angles were good but my angle at the transmission was way out. The only way to make it correct was to raise the transmission (low transmission hump). Unfortunately there wasn't any room to do that. So the only option at that point was the double CARDAN joint. It allows for the angles to be off and helps prevent vibrations. Hope this was somewhat clear. Let me know if you have any other questions.

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[QUOTE=. So the only option at that point was the double CARDAN joint. It allows for the angles to be off and helps prevent vibrations. [/QUOTE]

So hows it performing?

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So far so good! I haven't put a lot of miles on it yet as I'm still data-logging and playing with the tune, but the drive train seems pretty smooth. I do need some new shocks and will be purchasing some Ridetech HQs pretty soon.

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So how's it going now? I'm curious how all the soundproofing worked out as well as the tuning.

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Hey Rob, I'm towing the camper to Destin today for the week of Thanksgiving. Any suggestions on "must see" things in that area?

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

So far so good. I still need to finish the rear panels and carpet, but it is MUCH more quiet than the gold supercharged truck....:D.

Sorry Jeff, I missed this and hope you had a good time down there.

I finally got some of the rear trim installed. Pics as always.

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Looks great Rob!

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x2!

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

That looks bad azz! Are the tail gate pieces billet?

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More trim! More trim! Get it finished. :metal:

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Thanks Steven!

Thanks!

Thanks! Yes it's billet.

Working on it Jeff! :metal:

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Looking good Rob

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That trim is awesome! Did you do it? Someone needs to make tail gate bands like them and sell them IMO.

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Wow, I saw the pics on IG, but didn't realize that tailgate band was billet. Nice touch!

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Thanks!

Boardmember MEKDAD built it for me about 10yrs ago....:devil:

Thanks!

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Wow, very nice! Making an awesome Burb even more awesome...as this one moves closer to "done" what is next on the project agenda?

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Thank you! Interesting that you ask that question......:).

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Truck of the year voting time....

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=753172

This Burb is certainly worthy!

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Its weird, I thought he won truck of the year this year, I swear I saw that. And now I see a 58 won truck of the year. Going loony here =)

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

yeah..last time I checked the vote count ,hart was ahead.....looks like he got beat by 1 vote.....all good entrys though...

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Personally disappointed. I believe this truck should have won by all means. We get the vote split many times because guys vote for pickups and blazers because that’s what they prefer.

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

The truck that won is an amazing ride for sure. And even though the forum has evolved to include every Chevy truck under the sun since I first signed on, its still hard for me to get that a 1958 is truck of the year on 67-72chevytrucks.com

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

wow :metal:

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Thanks!


Thanks guys. Glad you appreciate the Suburban. All is good.

Thanks!

Re: 1969 SuperBurb build-up (Bagged and Blown!)
 

Battle in Bama again this year, Rob?

More importantly, Southeastern ALL Chevy/GMC Truck Nationals in July?