Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Very nice!!!!

Sandblasting makes such a mess, i've done it for many years on and off, and i still find sand everywhere. lol

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Sorry no updates. Took the HOT summer off.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

good job on your build bro coming out very nice.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

how about now?

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Man, you guys make me feel like such a slacker. Can't wait to see what you do next. Keep up the great work.

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"Thanks - I did not rebuild the hinges. The doors seem to very tight before I removed them. Tuckers Classic Auto Parts here in Vegas have been a good source for me on some of the hard to find parts. Ask for Cody or Tom. "

tuckers is a pretty cool spot.
deffinatly a good place for parts
best thing is the have a lot about an hour or so away near arizona were they
have all trucks being parted for sale!
from what i know its 60's early 70's but i think they have various ones
anybody in vegas area into the 67-72 on a budget diffinatly a place to check out.
or to find parts period!

nice build by the way and good color choice

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Back to work on the truck finally. I have spent the last couple of weekends hanging the doors, fenders and front grill. I decided not to paint the truck myself because I found a really great painter. He recommended for me to put the front clip together before painting, and I am glad I did. Here are a few pictures before I disassemble for paint. The truck is being painted in pieces.

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...fastnv/113.jpg

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...fastnv/216.jpg

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...fastnv/105.jpg

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...fastnv/101.jpg

I seperated the transmission from the engine to install a new clutch and psi plate.

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...fastnv/002.jpg

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Awesome truck!. I like your shop floor too btw

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Great project, nice progress!

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Thanks..

Thanks..

I will update later with pictures as the truck is being painted.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Very nice progress! Glad to see you back on it.
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Thanks.. I am excited to get it painted finally. This is going to be a milestone. This past weekend I installed the hood with hinges, before it was just sitting on the fenders.

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...psdd17c4c7.png

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

im liking the work... i cant wait till i get my lazy butt up and do something.. i just been pushing it out of the way to clean up all webs under it..

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Sweet !

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subscribed!

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Looking good, what brand parts did u get on ur front end they look like they fit pretty good planning on doing the same to my 69 c10
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Thanks... You will. It's nice to take a breather. I found myself getting burnt out. I am glad to be back on it.

Thanks... My son and I drooled over your truck in the "Car Crazy" booth @ SEMA. I love your ride!!

Cool!
The brand is "Key Parts". They fit pretty good. I did have to clean up the threaded holes with a tap. Everything went together good. The door alignment was the most work. I wish I didn't have to pull them back off for paint.

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Drill a small pilot hole on the door hinges and use them to realign the doors for assembly...

Where did you get the parts. I was thinking of buying new inner fenders...

Also, whos doing the paint?

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Great idea on the hinges. I purchased my front end parts from Tuckers here in Vegas (no shipping).

My painter is a friend that does only custom work.

Here are a few pictures of my fuel tank that I am modifying for the fuel injection system. I cut the end off to install a baffle. Also added a filler neck. The tank came out of my buddie's old boat. I couldn't believe the dimensions were perfect to fit in the rear of my frame rails.

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...ps860aaae8.jpg

Welding the new filler neck.

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...pseade6df1.jpg

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...psd70fdc6e.jpg

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...ps36dd2590.jpg

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Good work, can't wait to see the finished product..
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Santa bring you a red sled? Back from paint yet?

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Just checking up on your build,looking good on the color.I say you've made nice porgress since the last time i check your build out.Keep the pictures coming & keep on truckin''. :metal: :cool:

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Nice work on the gas tank. I want to build my own one of these days. Keep the pics coming
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Great work can't wait to see it painted
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subscribing......any progress?

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X2?

What's up? long time no update?

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Don't quit! I'm loving my 6.0 and 6 speed

You can do it!
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Yea, what he said. :lol:

Hope its not stuck in paint prison.

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Me too!
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Sorry for no updates lately. I didn't want to show you guys the pictures of the spider webs accumulating on my ride. My two beautiful teenage kids and Their sports have been taking my time and money. I have held off on painting the truck in search of 2 original fenders. I will keep you guys updated and Thank You for following my now 3 year long build.
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

I can totally relate to that. I have two kids too. I have followed all their sports too. I have been on mine three years too now.
I agree with you on the original fenders. That's the only way to go man.
I'm making an attempt to use all GM sheetmetal on my project. What a pain.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Your 100% right. Lesson learned. The aftermarket sheet metal isn't the same. I haven't come this far to make the most noticeable thing (body) be my biggest mistake. If the paint and body don't come out near perfect It would be even harder to finish the build. I am hoping the original fenders will help align the front clip. Right now the body lines don't match the doors and I am not happy with it. If I have to replace all of the aftermarket sheet metal with original then that's what I'm doing. Almost wishing I stuck with the GMC clip but still love the slant noses. Good luck on your build and looking forward to seeing it complete.
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Your ride came out awesome! Love the video! Makes me want to run out to the garage and get to work.
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Great News! After months of looking I found a complete rust free front clip off a 67. Came complete with core support and inner fenders. The guy also through in 4 doors with all of the glass. Now I can get back to work. I will keep you all updated with photos.

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Woo hoo! Progress!

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I saw that clip on CL... nice score.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Congrats on scoring the front clip and doors.

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Awesome Project. Subscribed.

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Yes finally! I plan on setting the front clip on my frame to see how well it aligns up before I disassemble it. The left front fender has some filler in it so I plan on stripping everything down to metal.

Thanks! I was surprised how hard it was to find.
Thanks
Thanks

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

I picked up my new front clip from my buddy's house yesterday. I removed the aftermarket clip and installed the original sheet metal clip. The clip was originally on a 1967 C20 with dual batteries. I didn't know dual battery's were an option back then. I couldn't believe how well everything lined up. There is a lot of work to do on this front end but I believe it will be worth it. Today I am going to remove the front end and start stripping the paint in preparation for body work and primer.