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

[mcbassin]

Anything new?

[YBNORML]

Nice project! I'm a big fan of the six speed. Looking forward to more updates.

[trkfrk]

Originally Posted by darkgable79

Any updates?

I took a break for a bit, but I am back on the body work in preparation for paint. After spending many hours on the fenders and hood I decided to scrap the GMC and go with the 67 Chevy front clip. I finally got my 9 yrs old son away from his PS3 and helping with the sand blasting. He is doing a great job... I will be media blasting the bed this weekend and will update with pictures. Still haven't decided on a color. The two hardest parts of the build for me have been wheel/tires and paint choice.

[scotts72heavyhalf]

What size is that shop?

[67cheby]

Nice progress
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[CParnell]

Awesome, updates. Keep up the good work.

[mcbassin]

Looks like you are doing a good job training your boy. Start them out early in the garage. Keep gathering the parts, it looks like you have it all there. I hear you on the wheels and paint, I have a plan for my paint, gonna wait till the last minute on the wheels.

[RustenPaines]

Choosing wheels, tires and paint color plagues us all. Have you picked a color yet?
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[Pop's C-10]

nothing like fresh parts

[VA72C10]

Nice new and fresh original parts will make for a clean build!

[69 gmc]

Just went and picked up those fenders for use on my truck.

[trkfrk]

Originally Posted by 69 gmc

Just went and picked up those fenders for use on my truck.

It was nice meeting a fellow member. Good luck on your project!

[69 gmc]

Originally Posted by trkfrk

It was nice meeting a fellow member. Good luck on your project!

Do you still have that GMC grill?

[bovey]

Originally Posted by chase1873

not much help as far as shifter position, but I came across a fellow who used a 4wd floor pan to give the 6 speed proper clearance. Ill re-post if I ever find the link.

Very nice build. I was they guy mentioned above who used the 4WD hump (or BBC hump) with my LS/t56 swap. It will give you loads of room and is a very easy option.

Also, if you want to run a bench with the t56 you can - I did. You just have to find a shifter that is bent right. I happened across a factory '68 b-body mopar shifter and it worked perfectly. I raised it 1" tho.

Again, nice work. You're going to love it.

[trkfrk]

Originally Posted by bovey

Very nice build. I was they guy mentioned above who used the 4WD hump (or BBC hump) with my LS/t56 swap. It will give you loads of room and is a very easy option.

Also, if you want to run a bench with the t56 you can - I did. You just have to find a shifter that is bent right. I happened across a factory '68 b-body mopar shifter and it worked perfectly. I raised it 1" tho.

Again, nice work. You're going to love it.

Thanks to your help, I did use a high hump. I modified it for the new shifter location.






Working on the bed now. Soda blasting is complete. I would not recommend doing this in front of your house like I did.

[trkfrk]

Originally Posted by 69 gmc

Do you still have that GMC grill?

I do. It's not in very good shape. PM me and I will give it to you if you want it. Thanks

[68 Four on the Floor]

Your box looks great

[mcmlxix]

Originally Posted by trkfrk

Working on the bed now. Soda blasting is complete. I would not recommend doing this in front of your house like I did.

So it DOES snow in Vegas.... sort of.... looking good by the way!

[widewhite70]

Your engine and transmission look good! What did you use you sand/shine them?

[67cheby]

Looking good
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[mcbassin]

Very nice work on the bed. I hope you didn't coat any neighbors cars with powder
Keep up the hard work!

[1sik52]

Lol! I soda blasted my 52 in my front yard and it KILLEDmall the grass and took forever for it to grow back. My wife a Lil upset!
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[El Campo]

Love your truck. I am sure that you already know this but in case you didnt you have to neutralize the soda before you prime it or you will most likely have it come back and bite you. Barry at Southern Polyurethane will tell you all about it. Looking good

[trkfrk]

Originally Posted by widewhite70

Your engine and transmission look good! What did you use you sand/shine them?

I used a scotch Brit sponge, brake clean and a lot of time.. I wanted to keep the factory look. I did not want it polished. I love your build. Keep up the good work man....

The bed....... Initially, I had planned on only removing the right side of the bed for a replacement. After removing part of the bed I found out it was really easy and better to disassemble the complete bed in preparation for paint. Most of the carriage bolts I had to weld strips of metal on the heads to stop them from turning. I was also able to get into every crack and crevice to remove old paint & grime.

[68 Four on the Floor]

Nice work