I think i can!!! - SWB 72 Step-side

[mcbassin]

The frame looks awesome! nice work.

[dnd1978]

A little update from the weekend my RCD bilstein shocks are in and they are on the frame. All my components are installed. Next I’m going to remove the brake calipers and paint them, then install my wheels.

[67cheby]

Sweet
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[kellyp]

nice looking truck. where you at in youngsville. im right behind JJs pizza in Broussard.

[dnd1978]

Originally Posted by kellyp

nice looking truck. where you at in youngsville. im right behind JJs pizza in Broussard.

KellyP,

Im off Chemin Metairie Road by Rouses Supermarkets. Did we meet before? You where building on a 7_ camaro? I sold you a carb. Thanks

[dnd1978]

Sup guys,

I have not been working on my truck due to having to work on a rental unit. The tenant was a complete slob /hoarder! I have never seen anyone live like this. There was so much car hair I had to empty the shop vac 3 times!!! Check out a picture of her ice box!! WTF…WOW… I know it took me 4 hours to clean it and she was still using it!!!! I’m thinking it will take me 2 or 3 more weekends to get the place ready to rent. Then back to work on the truck.

Later Guys

[kellyp]

Originally Posted by dnd1978

KellyP,

Im off Chemin Metairie Road by Rouses Supermarkets. Did we meet before? You where building on a 7_ camaro? I sold you a carb. Thanks

That sounds like Tom. He lives right around the corner from me. I am building a 72 fleetside.

[dnd1978]

Ok. My buddies Jeb and Big Mike live in your hood the first 2 houses behind buckfin & feathers. Are you from Broussard? I would like to meet and check out your build. This weekend Im going to be crazy busy. Hows next weekend sound?

Later
Dillon

[kellyp]

Originally Posted by dnd1978

Ok. My buddies Jeb and Big Mike live in your hood the first 2 houses behind buckfin & feathers. Are you from Broussard? I would like to meet and check out your build. This weekend Im going to be crazy busy. Hows next weekend sound?

Later
Dillon

i know mike. i would say by the looks of that fridge you will def be busy this weekend. i should be around next weekend.

[67cheby]

Wow I don't understand how people can live like that
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[mcbassin]

Holy crap batman! that is some messy folks! get that mess cleaned up and get back on the truck.

[raull]

any updates ?????

[dhpenner]

Did I miss the section on your rear disk brake setup? Looks like a nice setup.
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[dnd1978]

No updates. I have been killing it at my rental for the past 4 weekends. trying to have it ready for the first. New laminate, tile, paint, lighting, plumbing, cleaning and more cleaning. Its about done. Im hoping this weekend it will be done. then back to the truck. This weekend I will try to stop by my buddys house and get some updated pictures of the cab.

[dnd1978]

Originally Posted by dhpenner

Did I miss the section on your rear disk brake setup? Looks like a nice setup.
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Dhpenner,

You are right about the rear brakes. Im running a 94-96 Impala ss disk brake setup. I bought the brackets from Captain fab and all the other parts form all over the internet. I have about $300 invested in the setup with all new parts.

Later

[dnd1978]

Just a little update on my cab. i cannt wait to see the dash painted.

[dnd1978]

a Little more

[67cheby]

WOW...everything looks SMOOOOOOTH !

[dnd1978]

Originally Posted by 67cheby

WOW...everything looks SMOOOOOOTH !

Yes.. So smooth and so clean. I hope to see paint on the fire wall and inner cab in a couple weeks.
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[67cheby]

I understand I hope to see paint on the inside of my bed shortly !!
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[Spaz]

Very nice built, i like the go big or go home attitude toward this built. Lol. However, i have a question concerning the front x-member. When u sectioned it, was it to help lay out the truck frame and raise the overall x-member clearance? If so what overall steering/suspension mods do u have to do? Can u keep stock gearbox and tie rods etc? That would be easierfr me to do to layout my front end. Im following this one. How low does it lay out when completely airred out?
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[dnd1978]

I know you are happy about that. You think you will finish your truck this year? Im hopping to finish mine this summer but my dream is slipping

[dnd1978]

Originally Posted by Spaz

Very nice built, i like the go big or go home attitude toward this built. Lol. However, i have a question concerning the front x-member. When u sectioned it, was it to help lay out the truck frame and raise the overall x-member clearance? If so what overall steering/suspension mods do u have to do? Can u keep stock gearbox and tie rods etc? That would be easierfr me to do to layout my front end. Im following this one. How low does it lay out when completely airred out?
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I sectioned the x-member to raise it plus i moved it forward 1.25''. I could not keep the stock gearbox and tie rods, but i think it was due to moving it forword. This was no problem because i wanted to use a rack kit. If you want to use the stock steering parts and lay frame just Z your frame.

[Spaz]

Any clue to how much ill have to z the frame to lay out? Thanx for the feedback. Much appreciated. I c u live in youngsville. I lived in abbeville for a while.
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[dnd1978]

It all About the size of the wheel. Check the suspension page for the threads. I think 3".

Later
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