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I still haven't got my parts from CPP. I called today and was told that one item is back ordered. They should have relayed the info. That might be the problem with others not getting their items in a reasonable time.

I did get something in the mail today. I got this off of ebay. It's a serpentine setup. It came with everything (including bolts) except a water pump. I've got to see which water pump I have to use. It is in awesome visual shape. It is used, but at a 1/4 the cost, right now I call it a great deal.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08137.jpg

I also started to work on one of the bedsides. I'm welding up the joints for a smoother finish.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08135.jpg

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08134.jpg

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that is awesome!
i want to weld up our seams, you got any tips?

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Jump around with the welds to keep the heat down. I stayed on my welds too long. I knew better. I should have kept my weld lenght to under an inch. It made a few bumps that I tapped down. The metal in those areas are strong unlike in the middle of the panel. Don't forget clean metal. I can't remember if you have any welding experience or not.

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very nice how long is it on back order

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super, super, super.. very cool Alan

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I ordered on November 19 and found out yesterday (Dec 1) it is back ordered. I'm chomping at the bit to get them. Once I get them the frame will be rolling.

Thanks David. I feel so close but yet so far away from completion.

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Time will fly when you start putting it back together. Thanks for sharing your progress with us.

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thanks,
i do have some experience. I'm certified and weld lots of heaver stuff.
still a bit of a novice when it comes to sheet metal.
I have read lots on the subject, and know the techniques, just need practice and a better welder

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Looks good man! nice work!:metal:

Hey Joe you can use my welder works good for sheet metal :chevy:

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:thumbs:

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As of monday they should recieve it in 2 days. It's the lower control arm Ubolts. Who would've thought?

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Turning out nice... :c2:

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Thing looks great, I can't wait to see it!! Great things come to those who wait, and take their time!! Your going with dop 2.5" spindles and 4 in the rear? Just wondering.... What ever happens I'm sure its going to be cool..

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Your right 2.5/4 drop for now. Thanks for the comments. It's time to go out to the shop and see what I can get into.

I've got a list of parts that I need for my 383. I built it, but then took alot of stuff off of it to get another engine running. The 383 has about 500 miles on it. The parts list is just a bunch of nickel dime things. I need another small block that I could pelfer off of. Hey sdailey are you home? You've got a small block right. :lol::lol:

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Here is the 383 as it sits now. It's been on the stand for about 8 years bagged up.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08140.jpg

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08142.jpg

The temp gauge is fixed.;)

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08147.jpg

I figured out how to roll the speedo back. The zeros are in the wrong position on the shaft which is easy to fix, but then I ran into a bigger problem.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08152.jpg

The housing was froze up. I eventually got it freed up.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08160.jpg

The needle was froze up on the shaft which eventually broke. It had to be removed to take the speedo apart. I don't think I can repair the pin. Anybody got a speedo for sale? Ebay here I come.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08162.jpg

speedo exploded view

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08157.jpg

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:lol: at that last pic

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I thought somebody would get a kick out of that pic.

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Yeah, you just stay over on your side of the fence and leave my small block alone.:lol::lol:

You know if you need something just name it.;)

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Alan,
I am enjoying the thread. Seeing you get things done inspires me to work on mine. Keep up the good work!

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Wow man thats one slick project you got there,subscribed..

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IT is really coming along well.

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I took the afternoon off to get caught up on a few other things. Plus I'm out of firewood.

Thanks ol curt, I'm glad that what I am doing is inspiring. Sometimes I wonder why I post every step of my progress. Then I remember it might help someone or even inspire them.;) It's also good too look back on and see how far I have come.

Thanks shortbed70, I'm always glad to see a fan.

Thanks Palf0step, Once I get my parts from CPP I will be rolling again.

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Yea see I would love to do a build thread but I would have to do the build get done then post the pictures as I went cause it's going to take A LONG time for mine.

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Go ahead and get one going, we've got time.;)



I got the TCI 350 trans today with lokar shifter, kickdown and dip stick tube. It also has a 2500 stall. He bought it new this past summer. It might have a couple thousand miles.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08163.jpg

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08164.jpg

Now he wants to sell his wheels and tires. The rear has a 5
'back space he says. I can't remember the tire sizes. All I can remember is the rear is a 295. I measured our axles today and they are the same. Were still working the deal.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...1/DSC07239.jpg

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...1/DSC07241.jpg

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I'm doing the same thing. Just update as you can and when you do things. As well its really cool looking back at where it all started.

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Alan you going to pickup those wheels? I think they would look sharp on your rig since well your going orange and all. ;)

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:agree: those would look good on your truck..

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I agree they would look awesome. I'm pretty sure I will end up with them unless he changes his mind. I want to mock up my bed and do a test fit to check clearance.

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Yeah I got my suspension parts after 3 weeks.............Oh, wait a minute the Ubolts are wrong

It took 3 weeks because the ubolts were back ordered. Here is what I got.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08180.jpg

Not only are the Ubolts the wrong size. I ordered 1/2" they sent 7/16"

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08182.jpg

But, i got an assortment of nuts. 6 self locking and 2 plain, but at least they are for a 1/2" thread

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08179.jpg

I'm familiar with some bolt head identification, but i'm not familiar with this one. It's the hardware that mounts the sway bar brackets to the frame. They say it is grade 8. I'm skeptical.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08181.jpg

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3 marks like that is typically grade 5

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Everything I find says three lines in that pattern is Grade 5.

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grade 8 typically has a hash mark at each point of the hex

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I agree. That's the way I identify a grade 8 bolt

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Here is my email to CPP

I ordered the 6372LCUK 1/2" Control arm U-bolt kit. I got 7/16" ubolts and 6ea self locking 1/2" and 2 regular 1/2" nuts. Here is a picture of what I recieved

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08179.jpg

I also ordered the CP7423-BLACK FR Sway bar kit. The package says it contains grade 8 hardware. I'm familiar with some bolt head markings, but I don't believe this is grade 8. I could be wrong.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08181.jpg

I waited 3 weeks to recieve this order due to the ubolts being back ordered. That is what I was told when I called 12-1-2008 to check to see what the status is. I'm anxious to get my frame rolling again. So, please let me know what will happen. If this email goes to the wrong department could you please forward to the correct department.

You should have my truck info but here it is again
1965 C-10 SWB
V8
Auto
Cpp 2.5" drop spindles
Cpp 4" rear drop
CPP Tubular engine mounts and trans Xmember (Incorrect hardware package, I took care of it)
Cpp PS adapter kit (Incorrect hardware package, I took care of it)

I'm a member of http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/index.php. CPP gets alot of press there.

Thanks

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I've used CPP before but there's absolutely no excuse for ONE customer to receive several of his orders w/incorrect hardware. Someone @ CPP needs to go down to the shipping/handling area & freakin make some waves. In this economy...... send someone home for a week w/o pay. That should do it.

Making it right after the fact (and delays) isn't going to cut it either. I've been a vocal supporter (and customer) for CPP. But after seeing this, I will not suggest their product line any longer.

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i have had no dealings with them......after seeing this and others, I don't really want to risk it.
too bad, they seem to have some nice stuff

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This dosen't solve the cpp problem, but do you have a place local that could make you some u bolts? I was able to go to a trailer supplu shop and get some made fot my T ...pretty cheap.

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I did think about an off road shop close to my work that I'm going to at lunch today, but I didn't think about a trailer supply. We have one of those as well close by. Thanks Jon

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Alan,
Sorry to hear about your hold up on your build and I hope CPP makes it right for you. When I removed some leaf springs from the rear of my truck I coudn't find the right size u-bolts I needed till someone suggest this little shop in town. Check around and see if you guys might have someone like this. if not maybe these folks could help you out, here is a link to their web site. http://www.custom-springs.com/ I hope this helps you out. good luck. David

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What a day. I tried to locate some U-bolts locally. I tried the following without any luck
1. Advance Auto
2. NAPA
3. Local trailer supply
4. Southern Offroad

Then I called Truckandcarshop.com they had them but would take a week to get them unless I wanted to pay thru the nose for shipping. Regular shipping was $11. Everyone that sells them sells them in a kit to do both sides. Ranging from $26-29, until I called LMC, they wanted $14.95 each. I didn't even ask about shipping.

As of right now I haven't gotten a reply to my email to CPP. I did call them and was told the u-bolts are still on back order. I think they just threw something in the mail to buy more time. They are sending a return authorization.

Then I thought if GM still offered the lower A arm bumpers they might carry these as well. Guess what they do. They are the 9/16. I'll have to open up the holes to accomendate. The cost is $6ea list. My cost is $4.50 and they will bring them to where I work. I should have them by this Friday:metal: They had to order as well, but at least it is in their warehouse.

I didn't know something as small as this would cause so much frustration.:waah:

The speedo I won on ebay showed up today. It's awesome, and completely rebuilt.

http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/o...d/DSC08183.jpg