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04-04-2011, 12:19 PM
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72 GMC shortbed build
Getting ready to pull the body off the frame, will post picture's as it goes.
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04-04-2011, 08:57 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Not alot of time to work it it today, But managed to get the core support, front fenders, hood, cab off and motor and tranny out.
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04-07-2011, 05:50 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Finally finished sand blasting, shot the frame today looks pretty nice!!
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04-07-2011, 06:01 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Lookin' good!
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04-25-2011, 11:50 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Motor done and set in the frame, 327 Corvette motor, Merlin 202 heads , Isky cam and roller rockers, air gap intake, Edlebrock carb, Headman headers, waiting on the new Ac compressor and Dist
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04-26-2011, 01:26 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Looks like a great start. Keep it up!
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04-27-2011, 12:55 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
I like GMCs. subscribed
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The TEAL GMC build thread is HERE 1972 GMC SWB 454 oval ports TH400 fastest 1/4 mile time so far 13.05 @ 104 If you think you have too much horsepower you obviously have a traction problem ! |
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04-27-2011, 02:39 PM
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fat old dude
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
its looking great so far. keep it going.
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05-09-2011, 09:11 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Few updates, Flipped the axle, put the c notch on, got the 700 r 4 rebuilt and set it in, going to build a new crossmember tomorrow,
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05-10-2011, 08:45 AM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Where did you get the brackets for the alt and a/c?
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The TEAL GMC build thread is HERE 1972 GMC SWB 454 oval ports TH400 fastest 1/4 mile time so far 13.05 @ 104 If you think you have too much horsepower you obviously have a traction problem ! |
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05-10-2011, 10:34 AM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
[QUOTE=dougminton;4672305]Where did you get the brackets for the alt and a/c?[/QUOTE
Brackets came from gearhead world http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SBC-C...Q5fAccessories |
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05-10-2011, 03:53 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Fabricated a new cross member today, came out really nice, fits perfect and can still service transmission, just need to paint and install!!
Last edited by Timbo1; 05-10-2011 at 03:54 PM. Reason: photo |
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05-10-2011, 08:46 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Managed to get the cross member cut today, will try and get the sleeves welded in tomorrow. Work really interfears with the projects!!!!
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05-11-2011, 08:33 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
got the support sleeves welded in today, look's as though the exhaust should line up nicely
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05-11-2011, 08:37 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Also finished the Trans crossmember today, installed new urethane mount and got everthing bolted up, Cheated a little on the bottom holes, Did not feel like laying on my back to drill them.
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06-25-2011, 06:57 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Next update, cab painted, color sanded it today, need to finish buffing and polish, looking really good
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06-25-2011, 06:59 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Picked this up at the auction this week, $300.00 should make things alot easier.
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08-26-2011, 03:31 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Fews updates, cab back on frame, interior getting there, wiring up all the dash, recovered my door panels, and headliner in Ostrich, , Just put the windsheild in today, made up all the plug wires.
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08-26-2011, 03:33 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
new wheels are here!!!
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09-15-2011, 11:58 AM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Finally found a short wide bed, Awesome shape, needed a new cross sill, looks like some backed into a tree on the left side, striped the bed and sand blasted, replaced the rear cross sill and have it in primer,
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09-15-2011, 12:03 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
New headlights, and rear Wilwood disc are on!! Also starting on the tailgate, putting the cover on it.
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09-15-2011, 03:27 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
NICE !!! and youve got nothing but good weather ahead of ya to finish it up for our 8 months of perfect weather to drive it in ........
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09-22-2011, 05:29 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
New Bedside on !!! and look what else showed up today !!!
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09-27-2011, 10:22 PM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Quick update, set the bed on today, and front fender, nothing is bolted up tight or aligned yet,
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10-10-2011, 11:53 AM
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Re: 72 GMC shortbed build
Few updates, front lowered,
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