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08-17-2020, 02:07 PM
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08-17-2020, 02:13 PM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
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08-18-2020, 09:23 AM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
During the inside cab re-sand I had them go ahead and fill all the seams in the door jambs. I think they turned out really clean. I've got to stop finding more things to do or this thing will never get painted.
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1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far." Last edited by 1971Stepside; 08-18-2020 at 09:26 AM. Reason: typo |
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08-18-2020, 11:04 AM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
Step away from the truck... Ha I joke. Now is certainly the time to get what you want otherwise you will always wish you had. Somethings can be done in the future but not that. They do look very clean.
You may have posted before but what door seals are you going with, I don't remember?
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08-18-2020, 02:25 PM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
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On the seals I tried the Civic seals first. Loved the fit, but didn't like the unfinished look on the inside of the cab. I now have the new precision seals, but I'm sure they are going to require the slamming of the doors. We are going to put them in the paint booth when the heat is cranked up for the paint to try to soften them some before we install them. I'll keep you posted on how they work once we get her back together.
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1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far." |
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08-18-2020, 04:56 PM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
That's what I thought. these must be the "clip" on versions? I will be interested to see the pictures of them on.
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Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!" |
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08-24-2020, 10:56 AM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
Dave - yes, they are the press on versions. I'll keep you posted on how well they fit.
I worked on my vent windows this weekend. Figured out the rivets and was moving along really well until I went to put the pivot rivets in. Seems the special place I put them so they wouldn't get lost didn't work out so well as there was only one there. I turned the garage upside down with no luck. Guess I will order two more. I did order the Hooker Blackheart exhaust system. Hopefully, that works. Anyone here use it on their truck?
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1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far." |
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08-24-2020, 12:00 PM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
I have the Precision press on's. Shutting very firmly is required.
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08-25-2020, 02:36 PM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
I want to start out by saying great job on the truck and keeping the dream alive, I just sat here and read your whole build.
 cant wait to see it after paint. thanks for the inspiration! keep up the good work, the way it looks you will have it back together say by Christmas...
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Markist oh well,..you'll have that!! 
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08-26-2020, 02:29 PM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
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1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far." |
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08-26-2020, 02:31 PM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
Got home at lunch today to find a Hooker on my front porch. My wife helped me carry her in.
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1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far." |
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08-27-2020, 09:21 AM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
This was supposed to be my weekend project, but I couldn't wait to see how this kit fit. Opened up the box and upon inventory of the parts I found two brackets were missing. Called Holley and they are sending them out. Just used zip ties for mock up.
First impression is very good on the quality of the welds and overall appearance of the system. I finger tightened the brackets to the frame and started hanging. Within 10 minutes I had the system installed (no clamps etc.). Can't believe how well it fits. I will have to figure out the connection to the Speed Engineering headers, but they line up nicely. Would absolutely recommend this kit. I went with the 2.5" exhaust.
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1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far." |
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08-27-2020, 12:47 PM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
That fits slick Shannon.
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08-27-2020, 05:09 PM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
That does fit really well! I envy you guys and your coil spring trucks...
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08-28-2020, 02:47 PM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
Seat belts finally arrived!! Ordered from seatbelts plus. They are very nice and the color match with my interior is very good. Coming together! Heading to the shop to see if we are painting on Monday....fingers crossed.
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1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far." |
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08-28-2020, 04:33 PM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
That exhaust kit looks great. Like to see rear exit pictures when you have a chance. Thanks.
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08-28-2020, 11:28 PM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
Those belts look really nice, almost too good lol
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08-31-2020, 09:36 AM
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1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far." |
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08-31-2020, 09:38 AM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
Wrapped up the vent windows this weekend. I think the hardest part was installing the new glass. Overall they went together pretty nicely and the re-chrome was worth the wait.
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1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far." |
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08-31-2020, 11:04 AM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
Those exhaust brackets for the rear are superb. And re-chroming the vent windows turned out really nice. I just cleaned mine up, polished them with fine grit roloc disk. They looked pretty good till I see yours lol. I will have to buff mine now to get the shine out of them. Nice job!
Which vent window handles did you go with? .
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08-31-2020, 11:30 AM
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1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far." |
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08-31-2020, 12:18 PM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
Did those exhaust hangers come with the kit? They're probably the most robust hangers I think I've seen.
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08-31-2020, 12:22 PM
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1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far." |
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09-02-2020, 09:13 AM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
Well Well Well...more to come soon.
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1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far." |
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09-02-2020, 09:17 AM
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Re: 1971 Stepside LS Build
Finally some color! Are they cutting and buffing too?
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