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builtbyKane · 12-12-2012, 12:03 AM

This is my latest project I named Double Tap. The name will make more since as the project progresses. Im about 3 months into this build in my spare time. Main goal is a super clean chasis with a ground scraping stance and all business on the exterior. I have tons of pictures but Im only going to upload a few a day to keep the suspense up

builtbyKane · 12-12-2012, 12:34 PM

First on the list was making it a short bed. Next is the haggered house roll on paint job removal. The short bed process took a total of 18 hours start to finish in my driveway. I actually had a swb gmc first but traded for this truck and cash because I couldn't bring myself to cut up Sierra grande edition. I just knew someone out there would enjoy it just the way it was. Since I ended up with this 71 c10 that had no real value to it other then it being a solid running truck I decided it was the perfect candidate for my project. Funds are strapped on this build so all the suspension and metal work is built by me. I did manage to scrounge up the change for a few key goodies such as boss wheels and some accuair. Stay tuned and hope you enjoy. Pics soon to follow.
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Tinkermc · 12-12-2012, 12:44 PM

lookin good so far

builtbyKane · 12-12-2012, 01:11 PM

more pictures for the picture hungry people

builtbyKane · 12-12-2012, 01:46 PM

drivable shortbed now

**lolife99** · 12-12-2012, 01:15 PM

You do good work!

builtbyKane · 12-12-2012, 01:49 PM

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You do good work!

Thanks, this was kind of a quick get it back on the road part of the build. The frame will be redone where it ties back together to give it a factory look.

builtbyKane · 12-12-2012, 01:57 PM

I ended up stripping the truck down to bare metal even dug out some nice little dents for accent and sprayed it black epoxy then I shot the roof the color of the wheels and the body just a semi gloss machine color. Shot the paint out in the yard at 10 at night with spot lights mounted to ladders and trash cans, but it was a lot of fun. So this is how the truck looked before the destruction.

Codez67Chevy · 09-15-2013, 05:48 PM

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Originally Posted by builtbyKane

I ended up stripping the truck down to bare metal even dug out some nice little dents for accent and sprayed it black epoxy then I shot the roof the color of the wheels and the body just a semi gloss machine color. Shot the paint out in the yard at 10 at night with spot lights mounted to ladders and trash cans, but it was a lot of fun. So this is how the truck looked before the destruction.

Nice Yota back there in the garage. What year is it? And any pics? Im also a Yota guy.

builtbyKane · 09-15-2013, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Codez67Chevy

Nice Yota back there in the garage. What year is it? And any pics? Im also a Yota guy.

I assume your talking about my wife's old Isuzu.
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RWB-713 · 12-12-2012, 01:20 PM

Way to make use of a longbed! ( sorry lwb guys, just not for me) Good lookin work!

Lee H · 12-12-2012, 01:54 PM

Nice work. Welcome to the board.

builtbyKane · 12-12-2012, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Lee H

Nice work. Welcome to the board.

I've been following everyones builds like a creeper for a few years now, so I figured it was my turn to contribute to the build threads.

CC69Rat · 12-12-2012, 02:53 PM

You planning to lay it out ? Nice work by the way! I have been contemplating buying a LWB to try my hand at the conversion.

builtbyKane · 12-12-2012, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

You planning to lay it out ? Nice work by the way! I have been contemplating buying a LWB to try my hand at the conversion.

As you can see in my garage I prefer a ground scraping stance so stay tuned.
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LEX · 12-12-2012, 03:06 PM

Looks good. What's that in the garage? Looks like an Isuzu?

builtbyKane · 12-12-2012, 05:22 PM

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Looks good. What's that in the garage? Looks like an Isuzu?

It is a isuzu pickup I just finished, got featured and sold a few weeks back.
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~Whitey~ · 12-12-2012, 05:38 PM

gonna be watching... nice metal work on the bed.

builtbyKane · 12-13-2012, 01:36 AM

thanks everyone for the compliments. I hope to inspire others as this is a 99% one man project in a little garage.

builtbyKane · 12-13-2012, 01:43 AM

Here was a morning of destruction

~Whitey~ · 12-13-2012, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by builtbyKane

thanks everyone for the compliments. I hope to inspire others as this is a 99% one man project in a little garage.

I can totally relate to that. Keep the pics coming.

**67cheby** · 12-13-2012, 01:11 PM

Nice work !

eagleuh1 · 12-13-2012, 09:35 PM

Who knew Arkansas was a Mecca for 67-72 trucks. Looking good. Even if its not a long bed anymore.

Pssst · 12-14-2012, 12:31 AM

Looking good! You made the Longbed/shortbed conversion look too easy!

builtbyKane · 12-14-2012, 09:39 AM

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Looking good! You made the Longbed/shortbed conversion look too easy!

The trick is don't let it intimidate you. If your unsure of your ability to do a good job then don't even attempt it because it will turn into a headache/disaster. I even shortened the driveshaft myself, never done it before and it turned out pretty good. I just did my homework first to avoid any surprises. Don't get me wrong there is a ton of work involved and even more calculation and math to keep the truck from dog tracking down the road.
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12-12-2012, 12:03 AM	#1
builtbyKane Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: mountain home, AR Posts: 794	71 C10 project "Double Tap" This is my latest project I named Double Tap. The name will make more since as the project progresses. Im about 3 months into this build in my spare time. Main goal is a super clean chasis with a ground scraping stance and all business on the exterior. I have tons of pictures but Im only going to upload a few a day to keep the suspense up Attached Images

12-12-2012, 12:34 PM	#2
builtbyKane Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: mountain home, AR Posts: 794	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" First on the list was making it a short bed. Next is the haggered house roll on paint job removal. The short bed process took a total of 18 hours start to finish in my driveway. I actually had a swb gmc first but traded for this truck and cash because I couldn't bring myself to cut up Sierra grande edition. I just knew someone out there would enjoy it just the way it was. Since I ended up with this 71 c10 that had no real value to it other then it being a solid running truck I decided it was the perfect candidate for my project. Funds are strapped on this build so all the suspension and metal work is built by me. I did manage to scrounge up the change for a few key goodies such as boss wheels and some accuair. Stay tuned and hope you enjoy. Pics soon to follow. Posted via Mobile Device Last edited by builtbyKane; 12-12-2012 at 12:45 PM.

12-12-2012, 12:44 PM	#3
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" lookin good so far

12-12-2012, 01:11 PM	#4
builtbyKane Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: mountain home, AR Posts: 794	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" more pictures for the picture hungry people Attached Images

12-12-2012, 01:46 PM	#5
builtbyKane Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: mountain home, AR Posts: 794	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" drivable shortbed now Attached Images

12-12-2012, 01:15 PM	#6
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" You do good work! __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

12-12-2012, 01:57 PM	#8
builtbyKane Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: mountain home, AR Posts: 794	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" I ended up stripping the truck down to bare metal even dug out some nice little dents for accent and sprayed it black epoxy then I shot the roof the color of the wheels and the body just a semi gloss machine color. Shot the paint out in the yard at 10 at night with spot lights mounted to ladders and trash cans, but it was a lot of fun. So this is how the truck looked before the destruction. Attached Images

12-12-2012, 01:20 PM	#11
RWB-713 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Aztec,NM Posts: 178	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" Way to make use of a longbed! ( sorry lwb guys, just not for me) Good lookin work! __________________ *" I strive for a level of perfection that I do not possess the skillset to achieve. "* Ariel <> '67 C10 Shorty Stepside * Build On Hold * First Ride <> '81 C10 Long Fleet * Current Project *

12-12-2012, 01:54 PM	#12
Lee H Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Upland Ca Posts: 4,147	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" Nice work. Welcome to the board. __________________ 1972 C10 SWB, Air, PS, PB, 350/350THM. Second owner. 1965 Corvette roadster, 44K miles, 327/365 SHP, 4 speed, side exhaust, knockoffs, teak, second owner (bought in 1970), Have ALL numbers matching components. My frame off restoration thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556703

12-12-2012, 02:53 PM	#14
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,212	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" You planning to lay it out ? Nice work by the way! I have been contemplating buying a LWB to try my hand at the conversion. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

12-12-2012, 03:06 PM	#16
LEX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 884	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" Looks good. What's that in the garage? Looks like an Isuzu?

12-12-2012, 05:38 PM	#18
~Whitey~ Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 677	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" gonna be watching... nice metal work on the bed. __________________ Jimmy .69SWB Build.

12-13-2012, 01:36 AM	#19
builtbyKane Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: mountain home, AR Posts: 794	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" thanks everyone for the compliments. I hope to inspire others as this is a 99% one man project in a little garage.

12-13-2012, 01:43 AM	#20
builtbyKane Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: mountain home, AR Posts: 794	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" Here was a morning of destruction Attached Images

12-13-2012, 01:11 PM	#22
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12-13-2012, 09:35 PM	#23
eagleuh1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Russellville, Arkansas Posts: 1,699	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" Who knew Arkansas was a Mecca for 67-72 trucks. Looking good. Even if its not a long bed anymore.

12-14-2012, 12:31 AM	#24
Pssst Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Hermosa Beach, CA Posts: 32	Re: 71 C10 project "Double Tap" Looking good! You made the Longbed/shortbed conversion look too easy!

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