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68chevy68 · 08-30-2007, 11:01 PM

Love those rims!!

Spray-Bomb · 08-31-2007, 10:11 AM

I dunno what rotors I have, as the PO converted it
He said they're 85 chevy

No more squeaks mang... I killed it !

I love my wheels too !!!

Spray-Bomb · 08-31-2007, 10:16 AM

I put these on the other day, so I could have some traction

I think Ima put some orange on em

I need to measure the hight of these tires, but I figure if I can clear these then I can clear just about any 20" tire I want

Would like to have somethin like a 265/45 or 40

smbrouss70 · 08-31-2007, 10:18 PM

what size are those tires?

Spray-Bomb · 08-31-2007, 10:57 PM

235 / 75 R15

29 inches tall

Bob 68327 · 08-31-2007, 11:26 PM

Keep up the good work Spray Bomb those 20's look killer!!!!!! Figured out the main gremlin on mine today Power Valve too big!! I will get the gremlins out of it soon and hopefully get a vid burnout for you!!!! Keep up the good work!! Good to see a few of us build our parts not open boxes and bolt them on!!!!!!!!!!

Spray-Bomb · 08-31-2007, 11:41 PM

Thanks

Love your truck

gringoloco · 09-01-2007, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Spray-Bomb

...Got some new 20's thanks to Gringoloco & am trying to figure out how big a tire I can run on them...

Lookin' good! Check out the Yokohama Parada Spec-X. Nice tires and cheap! That's what's on the Blazer- they mounted/balanced like butta and have a rim protector- cost about $115 each from tirerack.com. You can pick 'em up at the Shreveport warehouse and save shipping costs.

Quote:

Originally Posted by BACKYARD88

Pull the inner fenders and trim the inside of the fenders

Yeppers. YANK 'EM!

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72 Cheyenne402

What rotors are you running in the front? I had to get mine turned down

The ~'81-up LD (light duty) rotors do not need machined. Same diameter rotor just 1" thick vs. 1.25". Downside is you have to swap spindles to run 'em, but Belltech makes a 2.5" drop for them.

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Originally Posted by 68chevy68

Love those rims!!

Me too!

Spray-Bomb · 09-01-2007, 06:56 AM

Yeah man, I'm go'n through Shreve again today

I may hit you up on my way back, on Sunday

Spray-Bomb · 09-03-2007, 09:38 PM

Well after i get my truck a little more drivable, Ima put on hold (just drive it) & start work'n on my bug again

Spray-Bomb · 09-04-2007, 09:21 PM

Sorry for not updating guys, just been a little scattered lately

Pulled my inner fenders & started switching out my fuel cell for a stock tank

Also put on some hub caps I found in tha burb

I think my front is shifted over or somethin, cuz one side is closer than the other

Spray-Bomb · 09-04-2007, 09:22 PM

No more POS stereo

Check out the 1/2" of bondo :shock: gotta love them PO's

Spray-Bomb · 09-04-2007, 09:23 PM

Bob 68327 · 09-04-2007, 10:56 PM

Looks Good Man!!!!! You need to paint the wheels red and the dog dishes silver and it would be perfect !!! Keep up the good work!!! good luck playing in the PO Bondo!!!!!!! Remeber if it was easy anyone could do it and it wouldn't be any FUN!!!!!!!

Spray-Bomb · 09-04-2007, 11:11 PM

I like the silver hub cap idea

Yeah, stuff like I ran into today doesn't bother me

a1953mdl · 09-05-2007, 07:45 AM

Hope you're new wheels and tires aren't much wider. Looks awlfully close to the hood hinges at dump. Never thought would be a problem when you started on it.
Interesting to read thru the old part of this thread and to see how far you've come.
Looking good.
Dad

Spray-Bomb · 09-05-2007, 02:20 PM

Hey pops... wouldjah look at you, you're up to 17 posts !!!

Here is a comparison of whats on there now & what I think Ima run

So it's not much different @ .7 of an inch wider

You never have been able to complain of me not doing my research have you pops

Spray-Bomb · 09-05-2007, 02:23 PM

Although tires still ain't cheap @ $145 a pop... bites tongue

BACKYARD88 · 09-05-2007, 03:07 PM

At least the extra backspace will pull the tires farther in away from the fenders. That should easily make up for the extra width.

Spray-Bomb · 09-05-2007, 03:13 PM

Thats what I'm hoping for

a1953mdl · 09-06-2007, 08:20 AM

Yes, you are really good at checking out all the details. And yes (as Backyard say) the change in backspacing will more than make up for the little difference in width. Now just to come up with the tires and you'll be rolling in style.
Any progress on the compressor and tank install?
I don't think I'll have any time to help (not that you need any) to help between this job and the next.
Dad

Spray-Bomb · 09-06-2007, 11:28 AM

Nope

It rained all day yesterday, so I didn't even make it out to the shop

Gonna clean the shop up some more, so I can put my truck inside

I did it again dad, I want it to lay out... I just can't help myself can I

And with pics like these floating around, it was bound to happen again (plus researching notches doesn't help either)

Spray-Bomb · 09-06-2007, 11:29 AM

Spray-Bomb · 09-06-2007, 11:33 AM

What was I thinking, you're almost as addicted as I am
Now your gonna wanna build a low square body too

Expect a phone call about this !

But on a serious note, I think I'm plenty happy with a long bed
So I just need to finish researching & figure out how low I wanna go (Can you read my mind... I wanna lay rocker)

BACKYARD88 · 09-06-2007, 11:57 AM

Laying rocker is only a Z and a notch away

08-30-2007, 11:01 PM	#151
68chevy68 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: arkansas Posts: 524	Re: "One really slow build" thread Love those rims!! __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=245203

08-31-2007, 10:11 AM	#152
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread I dunno what rotors I have, as the PO converted it He said they're 85 chevy No more squeaks mang... I killed it ! I love my wheels too !!! __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

08-31-2007, 10:16 AM	#153
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread I put these on the other day, so I could have some traction I think Ima put some orange on em I need to measure the hight of these tires, but I figure if I can clear these then I can clear just about any 20" tire I want Would like to have somethin like a 265/45 or 40 __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

08-31-2007, 10:18 PM	#154
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08-31-2007, 10:57 PM	#155
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread 235 / 75 R15 29 inches tall __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer Last edited by Spray-Bomb; 08-31-2007 at 11:15 PM.

08-31-2007, 11:26 PM	#156
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: "One really slow build" thread Keep up the good work Spray Bomb those 20's look killer!!!!!! Figured out the main gremlin on mine today Power Valve too big!! I will get the gremlins out of it soon and hopefully get a vid burnout for you!!!! Keep up the good work!! Good to see a few of us build our parts not open boxes and bolt them on!!!!!!!!!! __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

08-31-2007, 11:41 PM	#157
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread Thanks Love your truck __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

09-01-2007, 06:56 AM	#159
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread Yeah man, I'm go'n through Shreve again today I may hit you up on my way back, on Sunday __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

09-03-2007, 09:38 PM	#160
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread Well after i get my truck a little more drivable, Ima put on hold (just drive it) & start work'n on my bug again __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

09-04-2007, 09:21 PM	#161
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread Sorry for not updating guys, just been a little scattered lately Pulled my inner fenders & started switching out my fuel cell for a stock tank Also put on some hub caps I found in tha burb I think my front is shifted over or somethin, cuz one side is closer than the other __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

09-04-2007, 09:22 PM	#162
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread No more POS stereo Check out the 1/2" of bondo :shock: gotta love them PO's __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

09-04-2007, 09:23 PM	#163
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

09-04-2007, 10:56 PM	#164
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: "One really slow build" thread Looks Good Man!!!!! You need to paint the wheels red and the dog dishes silver and it would be perfect !!! Keep up the good work!!! good luck playing in the PO Bondo!!!!!!! Remeber if it was easy anyone could do it and it wouldn't be any FUN!!!!!!! __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

09-04-2007, 11:11 PM	#165
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread I like the silver hub cap idea Yeah, stuff like I ran into today doesn't bother me __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

09-05-2007, 07:45 AM	#166
a1953mdl Rusty but Trusty Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 228	Re: "One really slow build" thread Hope you're new wheels and tires aren't much wider. Looks awlfully close to the hood hinges at dump. Never thought would be a problem when you started on it. Interesting to read thru the old part of this thread and to see how far you've come. Looking good. Dad __________________ 72 SWB, 454 / th400... hoping the kids don't get all the parts before it gets built



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09-05-2007, 02:20 PM	#167
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread Hey pops... wouldjah look at you, you're up to 17 posts !!! Here is a comparison of whats on there now & what I think Ima run So it's not much different @ .7 of an inch wider You never have been able to complain of me not doing my research have you pops __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

09-05-2007, 02:23 PM	#168
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread Although tires still ain't cheap @ $145 a pop... bites tongue __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

09-05-2007, 03:07 PM	#169
BACKYARD88 On the fast track to nowhere.. Join Date: May 2006 Location: Splendora, Texas Posts: 5,316	Re: "One really slow build" thread At least the extra backspace will pull the tires farther in away from the fenders. That should easily make up for the extra width. __________________ -Mike Owen- Support the board here! 71 Chevy short fleet build thread Double D Norwood, Houston, Cecilia, Jackson, Monroe and counting

09-05-2007, 03:13 PM	#170
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread Thats what I'm hoping for __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

09-06-2007, 08:20 AM	#171
a1953mdl Rusty but Trusty Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 228	Re: "One really slow build" thread Yes, you are really good at checking out all the details. And yes (as Backyard say) the change in backspacing will more than make up for the little difference in width. Now just to come up with the tires and you'll be rolling in style. Any progress on the compressor and tank install? I don't think I'll have any time to help (not that you need any) to help between this job and the next. Dad __________________ 72 SWB, 454 / th400... hoping the kids don't get all the parts before it gets built

09-06-2007, 11:28 AM	#172
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread Nope It rained all day yesterday, so I didn't even make it out to the shop Gonna clean the shop up some more, so I can put my truck inside I did it again dad, I want it to lay out... I just can't help myself can I And with pics like these floating around, it was bound to happen again (plus researching notches doesn't help either) __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

09-06-2007, 11:29 AM	#173
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

09-06-2007, 11:33 AM	#174
Spray-Bomb Texas Big Wig Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineola, Texas Posts: 5,620	Re: "One really slow build" thread What was I thinking, you're almost as addicted as I am Now your gonna wanna build a low square body too Expect a phone call about this ! But on a serious note, I think I'm plenty happy with a long bed So I just need to finish researching & figure out how low I wanna go (Can you read my mind... I wanna lay rocker) __________________ Just not low enough... ----------------------------- Sinister Killer

09-06-2007, 11:57 AM	#175
BACKYARD88 On the fast track to nowhere.. Join Date: May 2006 Location: Splendora, Texas Posts: 5,316	Re: "One really slow build" thread Laying rocker is only a Z and a notch away __________________ -Mike Owen- Support the board here! 71 Chevy short fleet build thread Double D Norwood, Houston, Cecilia, Jackson, Monroe and counting

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