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Low87 · 03-24-2003, 12:52 PM

I finally got my bed off to work on the fuel cell project. Reminded myself just how much I hate to crawl under a vehicle on jackstands. I shook the hell out of the truck once I got it up just to make sure it wasn't going anywhere.
Finally got the bed bolts off (I thank God the last time I pulled the bed I bought the long bolts to use on the front 4 instead of the shorty ones) with much use of a wrench and a rubber mallett. The last two times I pulled my bed I did it in a warehouse with plenty of room and was able to set the bed upright on two barrels. This time I did it in my 2 car garage and had to set the bed vertical on the forward wall. It was just me and an unfortunate neighbor with very little room to work. I finally had to remove the tires to get them out of the way. I'm definitely getting the truck down and rolled out a bit before I put it back on! Anyways, I've got to go find bigblock73's post on his tank setup again and then I'm ordering my parts!

Low87 · 03-24-2003, 12:53 PM

Here's Low87 the tallest you'll ever see it!

Low87 · 03-24-2003, 12:54 PM

Another storked picture.

**Captkaos** · 03-24-2003, 03:43 PM

You mean this:
http://www.captkaoscustoms.com/bigbl...lcellinst.html

bagged81 · 03-24-2003, 03:57 PM

What are you doing...removing the saddle tank and putting in a fuel cell?

Low87 · 03-24-2003, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Captkaos
You mean this:
http://www.captkaoscustoms.com/bigbl...lcellinst.html

Why yes I did! Thanks!

Low87 · 03-24-2003, 04:30 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by bagged81
What are you doing...removing the saddle tank and putting in a fuel cell?

I've already removed the saddle tanks, I had put a poly tank in the bed. Found out soon after they don't like being out in the rain and such. After some replacing and rebuilding (to get all the water out) I'm putting a new poly tank under the bed.

LOHRTBT · 03-24-2003, 04:38 PM

poor poor truck....

Cant wait to give you a hand on it This summer.

Low87 · 03-24-2003, 05:33 PM

I'll have it running by summer! Not being able to drive it in this weather is killing me. Besides, my neighbors have some Harleys they think have loud exhaust, I need a little payback. I also saw where the woman rode hers across my yard onto the sidewalk, thinking about doing the same to their yard in my truck.

LOHRTBT · 03-24-2003, 05:37 PM

I think the curb might stop you....thator the sprinkler!! hahaa

Low87 · 03-24-2003, 05:58 PM

I'll take out the sprinkler with my bullet proof A-arms!

bigblock73 · 03-24-2003, 06:21 PM

Greg, if you need any help (on-line of course

), or have any questions feel free to post or drop me a line. The 'cell install really is easy! Besides, I am curious to see how your looks!

-Jeff

Low87 · 03-24-2003, 06:24 PM

I also want to get at least the back half of the frame looking good, can you detail what you did to get yours so purdy lookin'? Feel free to start another thread for that if you want.

bigblock73 · 03-24-2003, 06:31 PM

I just had my frame sand blasted, epoxy primered, and painted satin black (similar to factory color). While you have your frame that far apart, why not tow it to the nearest sand blasting company and have them do the same to the rear of your chassis? You could also rent your own equipment and do it yourself or even wire wheel it and paint it with POR-15 or something similar. The place that blasted my truck did it all...very convienient if you ask me.

Another thing, use stainless steel hardware...it looks great and won't rust like plain bolts. I also used SS nylon lock nuts as opposed to lock washers...much cleaner looking. While you are at it, use some nice insulated clamps for the fuel line and built a bracket for your fuel filter (clean the engine bay up a little if that is where it is at now).

Just a couple ideas.

-Jeff

Low87 · 03-24-2003, 06:41 PM

I'll have to wire wheel and POR-15 it, can't be sandblasting it just yet. I'm definitely going stainless on the bolts. The fuel filter is mounted on the frame, it already has a nice looking mount. I'd also planned on the insulated clamps. GOing to try and find some that will hold both lines together instead of each line having it's own clamps. Any ideas for a heat shield from the exhaust?

**swervin ervin** · 03-24-2003, 08:28 PM

I've never heard of such a big wimp. Get on under that truck man.

And what about Dave saying he was going to help? What's he going to do, hold the rags and brake cleaner?

Maybe he can hold the beer while you do the work. A old buddy of mine, I mean old as in long ago, his brother was this way. He was more than glad to hold the beer and lean over the fender while we were under the car working. And to top this off, we had to buy the beer.

Although you know he really wasn't doing much holding, if you get my drift.

Looks like you have a big start on the ride. Looks sort of sad in this state after seeing it complete for so long. Even if it hasn't been running, it sure did look pretty sitting there.

*rage'nrat638* · 03-24-2003, 08:41 PM

flow master makes a heat shield that uses very large hose clamps
to hold in place... other mfg.s may make one to ck. summit-jegs
this clamps right to muffler just a thought.....when i took my bed off i used 2 2x4's one in front,one in back, hooked up to two come alongs raised pushed out truck etc... did by my self...
looks good .....good luck...looks like you got lots of help
MARK

bigblock73 · 03-24-2003, 10:06 PM

Greg, I am dumping my exhaust out angled down, out the side, right in front of the rear tires...so a heat shield won't be req'd.

Look in like Truckin mag or a street rod mag, there is a company that sells double line mounts in SS and polished SS...although they are not lined in rubber, they look cool as hell...might even use them myself.

If I find the company I will post it here for you.

Have you decided on a filer door and location yet?

-Jeff

79BIG10 · 03-25-2003, 12:16 AM

Greg on my 4 days off andd when you get your parts I'll try to get a date set when I can drive up and help you out.

gchemist · 03-25-2003, 01:16 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by LOHRTBT
poor poor truck....

All nice trucks have to start somewhere!! Hopefully the conversion won't take long.

HUMM not be a party pooper, wazzup with the engine bay? I can see chrome and other goodies in there!!!

Low87 · 03-25-2003, 10:25 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by gchemist
HUMM not be a party pooper, wazzup with the engine bay? I can see chrome and other goodies in there!!!

I seriously hope you meant to say "can't see chrome and other goodies in there". Maybe I've missed something that you're seeing, but that is a pitifully stock 305 in there.

Low87 · 03-25-2003, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by 79BIG10
Greg on my 4 days off andd when you get your parts I'll try to get a date set when I can drive up and help you out.

Thanks a million B! Let me know when your days are. I'll be ordering the parts today or tomorrow, just trying to gather the parts list. Half of what I need is online but not in the catalog, the other half is in the catalog and I can't find it online. Finally just brought the catalog here to work so I can search by part #.

Low87 · 03-25-2003, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by bigblock73
Greg, I am dumping my exhaust out angled down, out the side, right in front of the rear tires...so a heat shield won't be req'd.

Look in like Truckin mag or a street rod mag, there is a company that sells double line mounts in SS and polished SS...although they are not lined in rubber, they look cool as hell...might even use them myself.

If I find the company I will post it here for you.

Have you decided on a filer door and location yet?

-Jeff

I'll have to get the cell in and see how it will fit in there in relation to the exhaust.
I'll have to find the line mounts, if you find them before I post it let me know!
No idea yet for the filler neck. A buddy of mine came up with a killer idea, not sure yet if I'll be able to pull it off.

apstguy · 03-25-2003, 08:15 PM

Well don't keep us in suspence!

Low87 · 03-26-2003, 10:17 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by apstguy
Well don't keep us in suspence!

LOL, it will be my little secret until I can get it done or figure out that it's too much work.

03-24-2003, 12:52 PM	#1
Low87 been here longer than Liz Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 2,437	what I did this weekend I finally got my bed off to work on the fuel cell project. Reminded myself just how much I hate to crawl under a vehicle on jackstands. I shook the hell out of the truck once I got it up just to make sure it wasn't going anywhere. Finally got the bed bolts off (I thank God the last time I pulled the bed I bought the long bolts to use on the front 4 instead of the shorty ones) with much use of a wrench and a rubber mallett. The last two times I pulled my bed I did it in a warehouse with plenty of room and was able to set the bed upright on two barrels. This time I did it in my 2 car garage and had to set the bed vertical on the forward wall. It was just me and an unfortunate neighbor with very little room to work. I finally had to remove the tires to get them out of the way. I'm definitely getting the truck down and rolled out a bit before I put it back on! Anyways, I've got to go find bigblock73's post on his tank setup again and then I'm ordering my parts! Attached Images __________________ ~Greg~ Mac's Garage '87 SWB 6/8 drop "Piso" '08 CCSB Silverado DD the departed '89 GMC K5 Jimmy 4x4 "Rusty Nuts" '77 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd '83 Chevy stepside "You get what you pay for" - Mike 'swervin ervin' Ervin

03-24-2003, 12:53 PM	#2
Low87 been here longer than Liz Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 2,437	Here's Low87 the tallest you'll ever see it! Attached Images __________________ ~Greg~ Mac's Garage '87 SWB 6/8 drop "Piso" '08 CCSB Silverado DD the departed '89 GMC K5 Jimmy 4x4 "Rusty Nuts" '77 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd '83 Chevy stepside "You get what you pay for" - Mike 'swervin ervin' Ervin

03-24-2003, 12:54 PM	#3
Low87 been here longer than Liz Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 2,437	Another storked picture. Attached Images __________________ ~Greg~ Mac's Garage '87 SWB 6/8 drop "Piso" '08 CCSB Silverado DD the departed '89 GMC K5 Jimmy 4x4 "Rusty Nuts" '77 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd '83 Chevy stepside "You get what you pay for" - Mike 'swervin ervin' Ervin

03-24-2003, 03:43 PM	#4
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	You mean this: http://www.captkaoscustoms.com/bigbl...lcellinst.html __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

03-24-2003, 03:57 PM	#5
bagged81 Signals in the bumper. Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: East TN Posts: 856	What are you doing...removing the saddle tank and putting in a fuel cell? __________________ Jeff C. 1981 Chevrolet Silverado - Under major construction...again. link 1962 Chevrolet Impala 4D Sedan moredoorclassics.com 1936 Ford Pickup - Frame-off in progress link 1979 Chevrolet Camper Special Flatbed link

03-24-2003, 04:38 PM	#8
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	poor poor truck.... Cant wait to give you a hand on it This summer. __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84

03-24-2003, 05:33 PM	#9
Low87 been here longer than Liz Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 2,437	I'll have it running by summer! Not being able to drive it in this weather is killing me. Besides, my neighbors have some Harleys they think have loud exhaust, I need a little payback. I also saw where the woman rode hers across my yard onto the sidewalk, thinking about doing the same to their yard in my truck. __________________ ~Greg~ Mac's Garage '87 SWB 6/8 drop "Piso" '08 CCSB Silverado DD the departed '89 GMC K5 Jimmy 4x4 "Rusty Nuts" '77 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd '83 Chevy stepside "You get what you pay for" - Mike 'swervin ervin' Ervin

03-24-2003, 05:37 PM	#10
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	I think the curb might stop you....thator the sprinkler!! hahaa __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84

03-24-2003, 05:58 PM	#11
Low87 been here longer than Liz Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 2,437	I'll take out the sprinkler with my bullet proof A-arms! __________________ ~Greg~ Mac's Garage '87 SWB 6/8 drop "Piso" '08 CCSB Silverado DD the departed '89 GMC K5 Jimmy 4x4 "Rusty Nuts" '77 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd '83 Chevy stepside "You get what you pay for" - Mike 'swervin ervin' Ervin

03-24-2003, 06:21 PM	#12
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	Greg, if you need any help (on-line of course ), or have any questions feel free to post or drop me a line. The 'cell install really is easy! Besides, I am curious to see how your looks! -Jeff

03-24-2003, 06:24 PM	#13
Low87 been here longer than Liz Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 2,437	I also want to get at least the back half of the frame looking good, can you detail what you did to get yours so purdy lookin'? Feel free to start another thread for that if you want. __________________ ~Greg~ Mac's Garage '87 SWB 6/8 drop "Piso" '08 CCSB Silverado DD the departed '89 GMC K5 Jimmy 4x4 "Rusty Nuts" '77 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd '83 Chevy stepside "You get what you pay for" - Mike 'swervin ervin' Ervin

03-24-2003, 06:31 PM	#14
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	I just had my frame sand blasted, epoxy primered, and painted satin black (similar to factory color). While you have your frame that far apart, why not tow it to the nearest sand blasting company and have them do the same to the rear of your chassis? You could also rent your own equipment and do it yourself or even wire wheel it and paint it with POR-15 or something similar. The place that blasted my truck did it all...very convienient if you ask me. Another thing, use stainless steel hardware...it looks great and won't rust like plain bolts. I also used SS nylon lock nuts as opposed to lock washers...much cleaner looking. While you are at it, use some nice insulated clamps for the fuel line and built a bracket for your fuel filter (clean the engine bay up a little if that is where it is at now). Just a couple ideas. -Jeff

03-24-2003, 06:41 PM	#15
Low87 been here longer than Liz Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 2,437	I'll have to wire wheel and POR-15 it, can't be sandblasting it just yet. I'm definitely going stainless on the bolts. The fuel filter is mounted on the frame, it already has a nice looking mount. I'd also planned on the insulated clamps. GOing to try and find some that will hold both lines together instead of each line having it's own clamps. Any ideas for a heat shield from the exhaust? __________________ ~Greg~ Mac's Garage '87 SWB 6/8 drop "Piso" '08 CCSB Silverado DD the departed '89 GMC K5 Jimmy 4x4 "Rusty Nuts" '77 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd '83 Chevy stepside "You get what you pay for" - Mike 'swervin ervin' Ervin

03-24-2003, 08:28 PM	#16
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	I've never heard of such a big wimp. Get on under that truck man. And what about Dave saying he was going to help? What's he going to do, hold the rags and brake cleaner? Maybe he can hold the beer while you do the work. A old buddy of mine, I mean old as in long ago, his brother was this way. He was more than glad to hold the beer and lean over the fender while we were under the car working. And to top this off, we had to buy the beer. Although you know he really wasn't doing much holding, if you get my drift. Looks like you have a big start on the ride. Looks sort of sad in this state after seeing it complete for so long. Even if it hasn't been running, it sure did look pretty sitting there. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

03-24-2003, 08:41 PM	#17
rage'nrat638 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: THE FALL GUY CHICAGO IL Posts: 5,883	heat shield flow master makes a heat shield that uses very large hose clamps to hold in place... other mfg.s may make one to ck. summit-jegs this clamps right to muffler just a thought.....when i took my bed off i used 2 2x4's one in front,one in back, hooked up to two come alongs raised pushed out truck etc... did by my self... looks good .....good luck...looks like you got lots of help MARK



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03-24-2003, 10:06 PM	#18
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	Greg, I am dumping my exhaust out angled down, out the side, right in front of the rear tires...so a heat shield won't be req'd. Look in like Truckin mag or a street rod mag, there is a company that sells double line mounts in SS and polished SS...although they are not lined in rubber, they look cool as hell...might even use them myself. If I find the company I will post it here for you. Have you decided on a filer door and location yet? -Jeff

03-25-2003, 12:16 AM	#19
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,774	Greg on my 4 days off andd when you get your parts I'll try to get a date set when I can drive up and help you out. __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

03-25-2003, 08:15 PM	#24
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