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.

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

"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..

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

Sweet !

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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.

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

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?