My new project

[orangecountyhotrods]

This is my first time on here and I love reading all the threads. I just picked up a 79 shortbed for $1,500 but has a cracked engine block. No big deal. Looking for a cheap engine block to throw in so I can smog the sucker. Just a few days ago, I ran into a deal on a 2008 chevy 5.3 LS MOTOR, Trans, and 373 rearend (has less than 50miles on drivetrain) for $2,300. And if your wondering where in the heck I got this deal at, I work at an automotive advanced concept car center and we are building a 2008 chevy 1500 hybrid/electric vehicle. This is my shop truck project for my business www.orangecountyhotrods.com (I will post the pics on the web later) and can't wait to get started soon. After I get the truck smogged, it will be torn apart and a full frame off resto will be done. It will be slammed with 20"s so far. NU2TRUX, I really like the tire and Vintec rim combo on your truck. Can you give me the sizes of rims and backspace and tire size of whats on your truck? This will give me an idea of what to keep my eye on for a good deal. As you can see, this will be on a budget and I am doing all the work myself only because I have been doing this for 20+ years. The 55-57 chevy is my specialty. These trucks will be something new to me and can't wait to make the ultimate daily driver shop truck. There are some awesome pic of trucks on here and will be asking for tips as we go.