47 1-Ton to S10 build - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

bustac · 09-28-2010, 09:14 PM

I've been working on this for a year or so. Blasted and painted the frame, added an air bag suspension with drop spindles and welded in a 4 Link.

The engine is 2005 Tahoe 5.3, the transmission is a 4L80E from a 1 Ton. Fitting since the 5 window was originally a 1 ton truck.

Here is what I started with was a driver in decent shape:

Here is where I'm at now:

xpickup · 09-30-2010, 09:01 PM

I love the way that will sit. The running boards will definitely be on the ground. Nice build.

bustac · 10-01-2010, 07:11 PM

thanks, here's a shot of the firewall with all the holes welded up.

My favorite, this shot shows how I swapped out frames notice the chain saw.

Another side shot.

**mr48chev** · 10-01-2010, 10:21 PM

Pretty slick truck. But I wish I had that flatbed for my 51 1-1/2 ton.

masshole · 10-03-2010, 08:58 AM

looking real good. I am from ma also (south shore ) where abouts are you?

bustac · 10-03-2010, 07:17 PM

I'm up 40 miles NW of Boston near Nashua NH...

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Originally Posted by masshole

looking real good. I am from ma also (south shore ) where abouts are you?

a5Ben · 10-03-2010, 10:22 AM

Bustac,

Great looking build but we need more detail pics!!! What 4-link did you use?

Thanks,
Ben

bustac · 10-03-2010, 07:16 PM

Shot of the frame after it was sandblasted. I painted with black satin chassis paint from Eastwood.

The 4 link is generic kit you can get on epay, has nylon bushings, chrome ends, powder coated arms and mounting brackets.

1947hillbillytruck · 12-17-2010, 10:30 PM

that's gonna be a COOL ride.these trucks were also produced here in Europe from 1952 as OPEL BLITZ,and only as trucks(3800 frame) with a different grille-hood-fenders.have you any updates???

1947hillbillytruck · 12-17-2010, 10:37 PM

also noticed you've got vent vindows,mine dont.did they have that in 47'?

BlueJeep · 12-17-2010, 10:46 PM

Nope, the doors look to be off a 52-54. A 47 wouldn't have the vent windows or the push-button handles.

Did you do any firewall mods for clearance for the 5.3?

bustac · 12-18-2010, 10:53 AM

Someone probably changed the doors along the way. Truck is a 47.
No mods to the firewall, valve cover is probably 3/4" from the firewall

bustac · 12-23-2010, 09:18 AM

I have a battery tray was looking for a good place to hang it, thought about the frame but since the truck will sit so low it will be tough to get at. I don't want it on the firewall.

I thought about putting it behind the seat? Easy to get at and won't clutter the engine compartment.

1lo67 · 12-23-2010, 02:32 PM

Nice build......

shaunatk · 12-23-2010, 03:59 PM

Looks great. I hope I don't regret not going with air-bags from the beginning.

Groyd · 12-23-2010, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by shaunatk

Looks great. I hope I don't regret not going with air-bags from the beginning.

Those pics made me think the same thing.

bustac · 03-07-2011, 10:26 PM

Cab is getting paint this week!!!

IL boy · 03-07-2011, 10:41 PM

lookin good, keep us posted on your progress

nickp51chevy · 03-11-2011, 01:49 AM

Nice build so far. Are you gonna put another flat bed on or are you gonna find a full bed for it?

bustac · 03-11-2011, 09:07 AM

Going with a standard 1/2 ton bed.

bustac · 04-07-2011, 09:46 AM

Cab has paint! Cell pic

I'll get some better pics when I get home.

panelrodder81 · 04-07-2011, 12:06 PM

Do you have a 'Big Bolt' front end sheet metal on that truck? It kind of looks like it one the one photo of the before state. I'm curious if you do are you planning to run that on the S10 or swap out for a standard front end sheet metal? If you have a standard front end you can just disregard my ramblings!

bustac · 04-07-2011, 01:55 PM

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Originally Posted by panelrodder81

Do you have a 'Big Bolt' front end sheet metal on that truck? It kind of looks like it one the one photo of the before state. I'm curious if you do are you planning to run that on the S10 or swap out for a standard front end sheet metal? If you have a standard front end you can just disregard my ramblings!

Not sure what you mean by 'big bolt', I'm using the same front clip the truck came with?

panelrodder81 · 04-07-2011, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by bustac

Not sure what you mean by 'big bolt', I'm using the same front clip the truck came with?

The 'big bolt' front sheet metal is the version of fenders and hood that came on the really big trucks. I'm getting mixed comments on whether it was the 1ton and up or the 1.5 ton and up trucks that had it. The wheel wheels were wider for a wider track width and they had a larger wheel opening arch in the fenders. the hoods were also slightly different.

bustac · 04-07-2011, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by panelrodder81

The 'big bolt' front sheet metal is the version of fenders and hood that came on the really big trucks. I'm getting mixed comments on whether it was the 1ton and up or the 1.5 ton and up trucks that had it. The wheel wheels were wider for a wider track width and they had a larger wheel opening arch in the fenders. the hoods were also slightly different.

I think this one is still the standard size, with the 41-46 it was a little more noticeable. The only noticeable difference on this cab that I could tell was the rear center cab mount.

09-28-2010, 09:14 PM	#1
bustac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Mass Posts: 62	47 1-Ton to S10 build I've been working on this for a year or so. Blasted and painted the frame, added an air bag suspension with drop spindles and welded in a 4 Link. The engine is 2005 Tahoe 5.3, the transmission is a 4L80E from a 1 Ton. Fitting since the 5 window was originally a 1 ton truck. Here is what I started with was a driver in decent shape: Here is where I'm at now: Last edited by bustac; 10-02-2010 at 06:20 PM.

09-30-2010, 09:01 PM	#2
xpickup Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: York, Pa. Posts: 1,386	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build I love the way that will sit. The running boards will definitely be on the ground. Nice build.

10-01-2010, 07:11 PM	#3
bustac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Mass Posts: 62	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build thanks, here's a shot of the firewall with all the holes welded up. My favorite, this shot shows how I swapped out frames notice the chain saw. Another side shot. Last edited by bustac; 10-02-2010 at 06:19 PM.

10-01-2010, 10:21 PM	#4
mr48chev Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toppenish, WA Posts: 15,718	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build Pretty slick truck. But I wish I had that flatbed for my 51 1-1/2 ton.

10-03-2010, 08:58 AM	#5
masshole Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: south shore Ma Posts: 72	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build looking real good. I am from ma also (south shore ) where abouts are you?

10-03-2010, 10:22 AM	#7
a5Ben Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Anderson, SC Posts: 84	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build Bustac, Great looking build but we need more detail pics!!! What 4-link did you use? Thanks, Ben

10-03-2010, 07:16 PM	#8
bustac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Mass Posts: 62	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build Shot of the frame after it was sandblasted. I painted with black satin chassis paint from Eastwood. The 4 link is generic kit you can get on epay, has nylon bushings, chrome ends, powder coated arms and mounting brackets.

12-17-2010, 10:30 PM	#9
1947hillbillytruck Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: voll norway Posts: 35	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build that's gonna be a COOL ride.these trucks were also produced here in Europe from 1952 as OPEL BLITZ,and only as trucks(3800 frame) with a different grille-hood-fenders.have you any updates???

12-17-2010, 10:37 PM	#10
1947hillbillytruck Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: voll norway Posts: 35	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build also noticed you've got vent vindows,mine dont.did they have that in 47'?

12-17-2010, 10:46 PM	#11
BlueJeep Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Waukee, Iowa Posts: 1,608	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build Nope, the doors look to be off a 52-54. A 47 wouldn't have the vent windows or the push-button handles. Did you do any firewall mods for clearance for the 5.3? __________________ build threads: 86 Suburban 88 Jeep 6.0 swap 49 Chevy truck 54 Chevy wagon 86 Suburban lowered 4/6 54 Chevy wagon 49 Chevy/s10 mix 88 Jeep Wrangler rockcrawler

12-18-2010, 10:53 AM	#12
bustac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Mass Posts: 62	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build Someone probably changed the doors along the way. Truck is a 47. No mods to the firewall, valve cover is probably 3/4" from the firewall __________________ 1947 5 Window bagged S-15 frame 5.3 w/4L80E 1960 Apache LS Swap 5.3 w/4L80E

12-23-2010, 09:18 AM	#13
bustac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Mass Posts: 62	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build I have a battery tray was looking for a good place to hang it, thought about the frame but since the truck will sit so low it will be tough to get at. I don't want it on the firewall. I thought about putting it behind the seat? Easy to get at and won't clutter the engine compartment. __________________ 1947 5 Window bagged S-15 frame 5.3 w/4L80E 1960 Apache LS Swap 5.3 w/4L80E

12-23-2010, 02:32 PM	#14
1lo67 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Morristown, Tn Posts: 275	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build Nice build......

12-23-2010, 03:59 PM	#15
shaunatk Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Franklin, OH Posts: 60	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build Looks great. I hope I don't regret not going with air-bags from the beginning. __________________ Current project: 1946 GMC 1/2 ton on S10 Chassis, powered by a 5.3L LSx with a 4L60e Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=431631 Last edited by shaunatk; 12-23-2010 at 04:41 PM.

03-07-2011, 10:26 PM	#17
bustac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Mass Posts: 62	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build Cab is getting paint this week!!! __________________ 1947 5 Window bagged S-15 frame 5.3 w/4L80E 1960 Apache LS Swap 5.3 w/4L80E



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03-07-2011, 10:41 PM	#18
IL boy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 54	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build lookin good, keep us posted on your progress __________________ 55 1st Series 5 window, getting an s10 frame and 350 sbc Keeping it LOUD and ROUGH - just like BOONEMAN

03-11-2011, 01:49 AM	#19
nickp51chevy Registered Chevy Owner Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Snohomish, wa Posts: 1,557	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build Nice build so far. Are you gonna put another flat bed on or are you gonna find a full bed for it? __________________ Love is fleeting, but Chevy trucks are forever!!!! 1970 Chevy CST C10 long box 350/400 2008 Chevy Silverado short box 4x4 Had; 1951 Chevy short box 307/T5 1988 Chevy shot box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C20 long box 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 350/350

03-11-2011, 09:07 AM	#20
bustac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Mass Posts: 62	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build Going with a standard 1/2 ton bed. __________________ 1947 5 Window bagged S-15 frame 5.3 w/4L80E 1960 Apache LS Swap 5.3 w/4L80E

04-07-2011, 09:46 AM	#21
bustac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Mass Posts: 62	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build Cab has paint! Cell pic I'll get some better pics when I get home. __________________ 1947 5 Window bagged S-15 frame 5.3 w/4L80E 1960 Apache LS Swap 5.3 w/4L80E

04-07-2011, 12:06 PM	#22
panelrodder81 Doin' it live! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Eagle Mountain, Utah Posts: 471	Re: 47 1-Ton to S10 build Do you have a 'Big Bolt' front end sheet metal on that truck? It kind of looks like it one the one photo of the before state. I'm curious if you do are you planning to run that on the S10 or swap out for a standard front end sheet metal? If you have a standard front end you can just disregard my ramblings! __________________ -Panelrodder 1953 GMC Panel truck - 'Curly' 1961 Chevy Suburban - 'Larry' - Sold 2005 Harley Sportster - 'Shemp'

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