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

Well, I think that is going to turn out awesome Dennis, cant wait to see the exhaust completed.

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

You may need to modify the box slightly to clear the wiper motor, I had to on mine. As far as the holes, I used a uni-bit to make the circle end, then used a dremel to make the straight cuts...file/deburr/sand and you are all set.

Before you paint or anything, install the box first, then install the wiper motor, it will give you a better idea of how much metel you need to remove/notch to clear the wiper assembly (do it a little bit at a time!). You will end up with a small slit on top, but if done correctly, be barely noticable.

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

Drive that truck down there Dennis. I remember Mark when i was living there not to far of a drive for you man. DO IT DO IT DO IT!!!!!

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

Dennis, the cover went out this morning, you'll have it by the weekend. :)

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

:metal: got it today Jeff! beautiful piece thank you!!!

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

Can't wait to see this exhaust. Sounds like it's gonna be awesome. There's one good thing about it though. You don't have to wait on a painter. lmao

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

amazing work!!!!!... thanks for share

MC

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

Dennis is the wiring the pnls direct replacment it seems the only choice with out making your own out of the old one

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

Be sure to see if they are capable of coating the mufflers internally. I had a similar coating done to my exhaust. Unfortunately the inside of the muffler was not coated. This allowed them to rust internally, and now I have a nice shiny muffler that has holes rusted through it.....Just sayin...

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

thanks guys!

i don't follow you man

good tip thanks Ken... i'll def. find out


well guys got more done tonight! modified and installed Jeff's fuse block cover. took most of the night but i had to make it perfect. i ended up just cutting the entire bottom out of the box because most of my wires run through the bottom. i also cut a 1 1/8" hole on the side for the wiper motor wires. i ground down just a small amount on the wiper motor so i wouldn't have to grind on the box for clearance. on to the pics!

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

Looking great Dennis!

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

Looking really good man keep up the good work.......

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

Looks nice and clean Dennis!

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

That box is calling for body color...but the black looks good too!

You can space out the jamb nuts too to keep the box off the fireall sheetmetal...like 1/8" or so...will prevent any paint damage.

Were the instructions good/acceptable? Haven't gotten a whole lot of feedback on them yet?

If you like the box, you'll LOVE the speaker brackets!

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

Clean Clean Clean!

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

Lovin it as always man, can't wait to swing by & see that thing come July!!!

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

looks good man!

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

Looks great my friend!

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

im sorry is the wiring harness the painless direct replacement for 73-87 trucks

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

thanks guys! apprieciate as always:metal:
thanks Jeff! yep the instructions are perfect... very fun project actually. on mine it seemed the the long bolts could be about a 1/4" longer. i was just able to get the nut/spacer onto the threads. other than that the entire kit is very nice and well put together

thanks bro!!

heck yeah man... july is just around the corner. hope to have paint by then:lol:




thanks brothers!!!:metal:

yes it is

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

Looking great Dennis! just curious if you know you passed the 100 page mark on your build thread? That is quite a milestone. Keep up the hard work you will be done soon!

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

wow 100 pages on your build thats great bro keep the pics coming ..........

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

Be real guys, there are WAY more non build related post than build post in here! :D

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

haha all talk and no build :lol:

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

You done yet?

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

i been going like hell tidying things up the last few weeks... i got all new rubbers installed, stainless strikers, light sockets, door pins, etc. i finished wiring the front of the truck for the headlights, horn, signals. wire loomed everything! new rubber hood stops and other misc. parts i'm forgetting to list.

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

also sand blasted the headlight buckets and painted them and i have the door latch assemblies in parts cleaner.

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

things are going to start moving fast guys... i'm having my painter move in my house as a roommate. he can get all the body work done here and take her to his shop to get sprayed.

y'all are like family so i might as well tell ya i'm getting divorced. this truck will be done by the end of summer beginning of fall. and yes... i'm keeping her no matter what. hell i'm keeping everything i can afford... house, pups, silver, (except the srt8:( house and silver are my priorities). sooooo.... no more *****ing when i buy parts:lol: and having the painter living here is going to help speed progress up. thanks for listining

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

lost a wife...gained a painter..some how that seems even things out...j.k...:lol:

Are you keep tha stock wheel or is that jus for mock up>

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

im keeping it for now...

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

Man, sorry to hear about that Dennis. On a positive note, the truck is coming together nicely. At least with the painter there it will get done faster.

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

WOW Dennis, didnt see that coming. Hope everything works out for you my friend. At least you guys wont be in a crazy custody battle or something like that. Silver is looking great my friend. Keep up the amazing work.

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

Well at least you'll have the truck done. After 2wives I've learned to put my money where i know I'll get a good return.
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
 

Great Excellent progress Dennis and I am sorry to hear about the divorce, I got you in my prayers and hopefully things go quick & smooth. Keep it up boss and also what air intake system/kit did you use? You can send it in a PM with part # or whatever so you won't clutter up the thread. Thanks !!

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

thanks for the support guys...


hey Trev. my pm box is almost full again... 77series 77-3023 chevy,caddy,gmc

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

That stinks about the divorce, nothing easy about that one...hang in there! On a positive note your pickup is coming along great!

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

yeah it sucks big time considering the circumstances.

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

Oh man.. I'm sorry to hear that dude. I got my divorce two years ago. It set my build back bad! Keep your head up, it will get better. Funny thing, my roomate is a painter as well!