Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Menace, your truck is going to be admired for years to come. I could not stop checking out all the work you have done. This truck is SWEEEEET!!!

Please keep the pictures coming. You have me wanting to start a thread on my own 76Silverado.

Thanks again.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

That looks pretty good. I was hoping the small gauges would have a little more room around them so the numbering wasn't so crowded but they still look pretty good as Jeff did them.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Hey Dennis, I want to see a close up of how those covers look now.


...I mean: Can you please take another, closer up, photograph of the covers for your engine, and post that photograph for my viewing pleasure? :haha:

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Gerald, as long as you had those you mean to tell me you dont remember what they looked like???
















Ooops, did I say that out loud? :lol:

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Ouch!:pty:
:haha::haha::haha: Very well done Josh!:haha::haha::haha:

Anyone have a set for me to do?

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

As nice as those turned out if I find a set for mine they will get sent straight to your house!

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Dude getting close to almost 90 thousands views! Insane!

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Recessed gauge don't look bad menace it fits in the classy category. I got racy look it in my truck and the angle is an issue.

You can see how they pointing down.

http://i363.photobucket.com/albums/o...s/IMG_4437.jpg

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

thanks for all the comments guys!:D

i think autometer makes some angled trim rings that may work on the angle issue. might be something to think about. they sure look clean mounted like that though

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

On the 2-1/8" gauges, they way I have them sitting on an uncut bezel there is no way the face will sit in there without removing the ring. Cutting the tapered opening on the dash will only open it up more which is what the normal route has been to make them work with the larger setup.

If you can get the ring off, they should sit in there flush like you want them though.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

i understand now. thanks Chris for your time and help buddy. 2 of the 4 gauges will be here tomorrow so i'll try it again.

i've been keeping busy on other things too... WIRING!! i love it!!

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

i went out to pick in pull to get the delay module for the wipers and i picked up some factory rear speaker mounts with the factory covers in perfect shape. i also got an '86 wiper motor without the pump and installed. i need to take pics of the speaker mounts still. i'm trying to figure out how to get the wiring harness to fit and stay up in the groove of the firewall. i'm not sure what i'm going to do yet. here's a couple pics of what i'm talking about...

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Looking great man. looks like I'm not the only one who needs some sun! :lol:

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

:lol: i had to post that.i was deep in thought there!!:haha:

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

:lol: here's a couple of the wiring in the cab almost done...

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

That first pic cracks me up. It's like you're praying to the wiring gods for them to give you some slack. Lmao
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

dang i want a wiper set up like that go out and look for anther one, man i miss the pick n pulls up there nothing like the ones here in town.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Wait until you see my build...I'm going to be running more wire than ATT! :lol:

Sweet truck though!!!

"54caddy" - I've seen some NOS delay wiper switches on ebay. ;)

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Looking good!

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Looking sweet Dennis! If that were me I would be yelling for help to get me out from under there :lol: Keep up the good work.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Awsome build

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

i'll snag you one. i might have another module laying around too

thanks guys for the comments;) it keeps me moving forward! with that said here's a few more pics:lol: 1st is of the factory speaker brackets. going to get them painted body color. the next is of the 2 1/16" gauge i was test fitting. its going to look perfect!!!! the face size of the gauge fits perfect with the factory bezel uncut:D i'm really happy so far!! still need to order the tach and speedo though. probably do that tomorrow.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

2 more... its hard for me to tell which look the clearest so i just post everything.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

much better size

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Gauges look good Dennis...I am assuming you don't need brackets then?

I'd ditch those 4x10 brackets and get some, say 6x9 brackets ;) They'll sound a lot better.

Also, the last guy here on the site to post pics with his bare feet in them got grief for quite some time, his name was Dave, but we all called him crank toes. :D

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

get the hint?? BUY BUY BUY ;) :metal:

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Dude those are perfectttt! Why do you have to have your crusty feet all up in all the picturesss lolll :lol:

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Guage install looks perfect! Toes... Look funky!!! :haha:

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

looks great, did you have to do any modifications to fit the wiper motor

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Looks like the fit in there good. Which ones are they? (gauges that is) Autometer or xxx 2-1/8"

On you wiring idea down the lip, it is probably to late for this since the cab is painted, but I plan to weld tabs down the length (like under the dash) and roll them up on the bundle.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

If you can drill a small hole, you can use a loom clip to hold it in place (like what holds the wire loom to the inside of the fender, etc.). Drilling the holes might be a challenge, though.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Gauges look good man.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

:lol:

i am!;)

:lol: thanks dude!!

nope the wiper motor just bolts right up.

thanks Chris! i went with the autometer ultralite II 2 1/16".

that is a good idea and 1 i had thought of just tooooo late:lol:

i've been trying to figure out how to get the holes drilled all day Jon. i don't know yet... i'll get a fresh look at things tomorrow. been out there for over 10 hours today trying to get things finished up.

thanks John! i ordered the rest of the gauges today! should be here tomorrow or the next day. i also ordered a sweet looking wilwood master cylinder so i can get the brake system finished up:D here's a few progress pics from today. i built the switching valve/fuel pump harness from scratch!!! turned out very nice! took about 8 hours:lol: but its well worth it. all the connections are factory weather pack connectors and the few splices i had to make are all soldered, shrink wrapped, taped, wire loomed, and mounted!

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

now that i see the pics i'm going to tape up the loom a bit more. here's a few more. and a pic of the heater hoses i got all hooked up today and the cowl cover installed with push clips...

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

cant wait till the bottom of the bed is undercoated! :lol: tomorrow i hope to get then harness mounted and all the ignition wires hooked up so i can fire her up with the keys!!

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Sick man, Absolutely sick. Funny how those underneath pics look like I was laying under my truck out in the garage. :lol:

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Looks great, Dennis. You might try to get your hands on a right angle drill to drill the pinch weld. You might be able to pick one up at Harbor Freight or something similar pretty cheap.

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Looks great Dennis!

Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Looking awesome man! Can't wait to see it all together! :metal: