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Hopefully he saved the dimensions for future builds. I'd hate to have to fly him out when I get to that point on my '57.
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what yr headers and parts required?

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Not sure what year the manifolds are but they come on brand new LS3 crate motors , Ive been told they are Corvette manifolds. So you need the manifolds, 2.5" mandrel bends, and some 2.5" flanges, and thats it.
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Cool, they appear to be 05 & up vette manifolds. Was there any problem or tips for welding the manifolds. i thought cast iron was tricky to weld unless i am wrong about their material composition. Thanks for the info.
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Does anyone know if the same issues arise if you use a differnt motor? Like an lt1 for example?
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It can be tricky to weld to it , but it also depends on the cast that you're welding to. These manifolds were a good cast with good composition.

I have no idea.
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I finally got all the sheetmetal permanently reinstalled ,so now it actually looks like a truck again. Before I put the radiator support back in I decided to flushmount the radiator flat up against it , so that's done too. While I was at it I smoothed up the headers some and applied some black coating to them.

Here's some pics

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Duuuude the truck is lookin sick. I was stoked to meet you and get to hang out in Texas. Thanks for the hospitality and introducing me to Chic Filet (not sure how its spelled). Great job on the truck man. Here is what I got the pleasure of Rollin to lunch in.
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so much awesome work on this truck!!!

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Looking real nice.
Kim

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The truck is looking insane. Nice ride.

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Truck looks soooo good!

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Awesome work as usual old neighbor.

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Nice work Danny.
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truck is looking goood :D
nice work on the headers

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1369102573

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Nice job on the headers, truck looks great
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Might have missed it... do you have wheels picked out yet?

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Probably gonna run some Delmo specials, not sure yet.
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What size are the Delmo specials? I know he makes them in a 20" version, but not sure of the tire size. I plan on running a set but need to know the overall height to spec out a cam.
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Run any size tire you want.
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Awesome build !!! I love these trucks !!
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Got the fuel system plumbed , and got some other small stuff completed. Heres a pic

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Looks nice and clean.
Kim

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I'm loving this build. Did you run braided fuel line for the entire length? I'm curious because I'm gathering parts for my fuel system. I might have missed it, but what are you using for paint? I love the satin look.

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Yes I ran steel braided the entire length. The paint is BASF , basecoat clearcoat. I've been using Glasurit 923-55, extra matte clear