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TwinsSpeedShop · 04-18-2014, 04:44 PM

So I randomly sold my LS swap 70 the other day to a guy who wanted it more than me! I named my price and we agreed on a number and it was his. So then the search was on. I went to look at a truck that ATP had for sale, and of course checked out the barn find that Nate is getting. As much as I liked the green truck that he had, I had another to go see while I was up in Asheville.

I rode over to see the other truck at a pawn shop in weaverville. I didnt know what to expect as I had only seen pics on my phone and well I've owned a photogenic truck before!! As we started to look the truck over, I was impressed from the start. Solid rockers , door bottoms, corners and bed! I could tell the truck had been painted but it was taken apart and painted so I didn't mind. I'll share more pics as I go.

TwinsSpeedShop · 12-28-2014, 03:34 PM

A lot has been done to the truck since I got it. Drove it for several months while collecting parts for the LS swap. First things first was a set of 20" boss 338's in black pearl. I ran across this finish on eBay and found a local guy who get it for me.

TwinsSpeedShop · 12-28-2014, 03:43 PM

The inline 6 was using as much oil as fuel so the LS swap got moved up on the schedule. I also had a mishap one afternoon after I had filled the tank and parked for the day at work. The tank couldn't vent b/c of how I was parked and it dripped on the paint all day and ate the paint off under the full neck. I already had the LS motor but it was time to make the decision to put a Boyd efi tank in. I ordered my cam and circle d convertor and put them in at the same time

TwinsSpeedShop · 12-28-2014, 03:56 PM

The 5.3 combo went smooth the second time! The first motor wasn't acting right and had some noises coming from bottom end. The junk yard was easy to work with to get it replaced quickly.

boynton · 12-29-2014, 01:51 AM

What bucket seats do you have in it?

mud.man.rj · 12-29-2014, 02:23 AM

Nice looking stepper, the LS sure is the way to go, especially for you being used to doing it, well worth it.

TwinsSpeedShop · 12-29-2014, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by boynton

What bucket seats do you have in it?

I found a set on CL for a great deal.

TwinsSpeedShop · 12-29-2014, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by mud.man.rj

Nice looking stepper, the LS sure is the way to go, especially for you being used to doing it, well worth it.

I can't see putting money into the original motor when I can get power and fuel economy for the same money. It's only feasible since I can do the swap myself but if you had to pay someone or a shop it could get expensive. Thanks for the compliments.

More on the way , my air ride should be here in a couple weeks

boynton · 12-29-2014, 12:21 PM

Nice truck for sure!

TwinsSpeedShop · 12-29-2014, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by mud.man.rj

Nice looking stepper, the LS sure is the way to go, especially for you being used to doing it, well worth it.

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Originally Posted by boynton

Nice truck for sure!

Boynton, you sir have a nice truck. I looked at your build thread and it's killer! You know us stepside guys have to stick together since we are the black sheep!!

boynton · 12-30-2014, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by TwinsSpeedShop

Boynton, you sir have a nice truck. I looked at your build thread and it's killer! You know us stepside guys have to stick together since we are the black sheep!!

Yes we do! Thank you for the kind words. My build is coming along slowly but surely! Did you have a build thread for your other truck?

Hankster · 12-30-2014, 01:03 AM

Sweet Stepper man!

TwinsSpeedShop · 12-30-2014, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Hankster

Sweet Stepper man!

Thank you sir! I didn't post much about the other truck. I tend to read more than I post, but trying to do more on this one. I'm currently working on a 5.3 swap in a 86 CJ 7 for a customer. Should have it driving next week.

67ChevyRedneck · 12-30-2014, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by TwinsSpeedShop

Boynton, you sir have a nice truck. I looked at your build thread and it's killer! You know us stepside guys have to stick together since we are the black sheep!!

I plan on leaving the flock this year

Looking good so far Clay! So will it be on air by the March/April meet?

TwinsSpeedShop · 12-31-2014, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

I plan on leaving the flock this year

Looking good so far Clay! So will it be on air by the March/April meet?

Jesse I hope to have in complete in January before I get busy again with work. There a few other things I hope to do at the same time though.

Your truck will be sweet with the fleet bed! I've been keeping my eyes open for one. There's one on CL now but he wants a $1000

04-18-2014, 04:44 PM	#1
TwinsSpeedShop Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Easley SC Posts: 150	Solid stepper So I randomly sold my LS swap 70 the other day to a guy who wanted it more than me! I named my price and we agreed on a number and it was his. So then the search was on. I went to look at a truck that ATP had for sale, and of course checked out the barn find that Nate is getting. As much as I liked the green truck that he had, I had another to go see while I was up in Asheville. I rode over to see the other truck at a pawn shop in weaverville. I didnt know what to expect as I had only seen pics on my phone and well I've owned a photogenic truck before!! As we started to look the truck over, I was impressed from the start. Solid rockers , door bottoms, corners and bed! I could tell the truck had been painted but it was taken apart and painted so I didn't mind. I'll share more pics as I go. Attached Images

12-28-2014, 03:34 PM	#2
TwinsSpeedShop Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Easley SC Posts: 150	Re: Solid stepper A lot has been done to the truck since I got it. Drove it for several months while collecting parts for the LS swap. First things first was a set of 20" boss 338's in black pearl. I ran across this finish on eBay and found a local guy who get it for me. Attached Images

12-28-2014, 03:43 PM	#3
TwinsSpeedShop Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Easley SC Posts: 150	Re: Solid stepper The inline 6 was using as much oil as fuel so the LS swap got moved up on the schedule. I also had a mishap one afternoon after I had filled the tank and parked for the day at work. The tank couldn't vent b/c of how I was parked and it dripped on the paint all day and ate the paint off under the full neck. I already had the LS motor but it was time to make the decision to put a Boyd efi tank in. I ordered my cam and circle d convertor and put them in at the same time Attached Images

12-28-2014, 03:56 PM	#4
TwinsSpeedShop Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Easley SC Posts: 150	Re: Solid stepper The 5.3 combo went smooth the second time! The first motor wasn't acting right and had some noises coming from bottom end. The junk yard was easy to work with to get it replaced quickly. Attached Images

12-29-2014, 01:51 AM	#5
boynton Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Salado, Texas Posts: 1,418	Re: Solid stepper What bucket seats do you have in it? __________________ Just trying to figure this out... 1970 SWB Step-Side http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=552980 1970 LWB http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=584499 1970 SWB One Owner Step Side 6.0 LY6/6L90 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=617630 Junkyard's 1971 short wide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...86#post7531186

12-29-2014, 02:23 AM	#6
mud.man.rj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Creighton Sask. Canada Posts: 4,121	Re: Solid stepper Nice looking stepper, the LS sure is the way to go, especially for you being used to doing it, well worth it. __________________ 1987 Green n Green machine. 5.0 4spd std. 7" lift w 35's.

12-29-2014, 12:21 PM	#9
boynton Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Salado, Texas Posts: 1,418	Re: Solid stepper Nice truck for sure! __________________ Just trying to figure this out... 1970 SWB Step-Side http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=552980 1970 LWB http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=584499 1970 SWB One Owner Step Side 6.0 LY6/6L90 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=617630 Junkyard's 1971 short wide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...86#post7531186

12-30-2014, 01:03 AM	#12
Hankster Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Nacogdoches, Texas Posts: 895	Re: Solid stepper Sweet Stepper man! __________________ Current Build 89 s10 ecsb 2wd 4.3/700r4 50k OG Miles Instagram- shaggin_s10 '86 Chevrolet C10 Custom Deluxe - Gen V 454 - 4l80e - welded 12 bolt (Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=611611 ) SOLD

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