Project: Shiro

[C10_ustacould]

Honestly, if I were made of money I'd have a set of Boyd Spectrums in 20x8.5 and 20x10 with black centers and machined (or maybe polished) lips...

Can anyone photoshop the center of this wheel black?

[shearjs]

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

You are correct about PARK. Factory tilts and aftermarket tilts have a "safety" detent. All the rest of the detents (position lock) are in the transmission. As far as the column, some of the older columns (non-tilt) did have some built in detents. The tilt column in my 68 is factory if you want to try it out sometime, .



Mike - you just have to keep playing with it, it takes time and patience to do. I spent about 2 hrs yesterday messing with one and got it close, but it still needs some more adjusting. If you have someone to help you, it goes a lot quicker....

One other thing I forgot to mention, depending on where you engine is located in your truck, you may need to order a longer shift rod from LOKAR. I had to use a long one on all three of my trucks and they are all positioned in the truck differently and have different transmissions.
Here's a good video on how to set it up: 1972 K25 - Lokar Shift Linkage Part 2 - YouTube

I talked to Lokar this morning. The longer rod that Rob mentioned is part # 1832. It is 26" instead of the standard 21" that comes with the kit. Hope this helps.

[greg65]

Good looking build you got going Buck.

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[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by greg65

Good looking build you got going Buck.

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Thanks!

[lolife99]

Originally Posted by Bucks68

You know I never measured, I thought I read the backspacings were 5.25 and 5.50... Went back and checked Tommy's ads and it states the 9.5s are a 5.85 bs, I over looked it. No matter as I like the tucked look they have, just need to get the front tucked too. My current spindles are not the modular style but I will be swapping to 63-70 drop spindles to better work with the rack n pinion in my PB kit so I will certainly have them when it's done and on coil overs.

I would definitely add the CPP Modular spindles since you are swapping to the 63-70 version.
Looks like part # CP30106-2.
http://www.classicperform.com/NewPro...op_Spindle.htm

And Summit Racing has free shipping.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/cl...del/c10-pickup

[knomadd]

I really like those Boyds wheels. Looking forward to seeing some PB parts go together!

[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by lolife99

I would definitely add the CPP Modular spindles since you are swapping to the 63-70 version.
Looks like part # CP30106-2.
http://www.classicperform.com/NewPro...op_Spindle.htm

And Summit Racing has free shipping.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/cl...del/c10-pickup

Summit is the plan...

Originally Posted by knomadd

I really like those Boyds wheels. Looking forward to seeing some PB parts go together!

I am chomping at the bit but my wife would blow a gasket if I start pulling the truck apart while we are trying to sell our house. Not sure if I shared a pic of what is distracting me from my truck build... a new house... with a 3 car garage.

[smbrouss70]

Congrats! Looks like the new garage is going to be roomy. So where is the wife going to park?

[knomadd]

I want a 3-car garage! That'll be nice, even if you have to give up a space for the wife, like I do.

[C10_ustacould]

Did a little grinding tonight, I think this one is close enough that the body man can smooth it the rest of the way. Just happy to have made some progress.

[C10_ustacould]

Another update, Hart_Rod and I went and picked up some sheet metal last weekend. It was a marathon ride to Atlanta and back but it was worth it. Here is a pic of what I like to call my rust free west coast truck repair kit.

[sprint_9]

Ive been wanting to build or buy a new house for 2 years but haven't had much luck, looks like you got a nice pad.

[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by sprint_9

Ive been wanting to build or buy a new house for 2 years but haven't had much luck, looks like you got a nice pad.

Thanks sprint, My wife has been waiting 20 years for this house and I am happy we can finally do it.

[Rusbuilt]

House looks great sir!!

[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by Rusbuilt

House looks great sir!!

Thanks Rus!

[C10_ustacould]

I think I'm going to try and find a 68 front clip... and some buddy buckets.

[preacher anthony]

Where did the sheet metal come from for replacement?

[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by preacher anthony

Where did the sheet metal come from for replacement?

The rockers are NOS GM pieces, everything else is Tri-Plus from AMD.

[preacher anthony]

Thanks, I was thinking of using AMD myself. I just bought a '69, need rockers, inner fenders and some patch panels.

[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by preacher anthony

Thanks, I was thinking of using AMD myself. I just bought a '69, need rockers, inner fenders and some patch panels.

Cool, definitely good stuff from AMD. My rockers came from board member davestrucks, he may have another set. Be prepared though they are pricey.

[preacher anthony]

Thanks, I just need the driver's side.

[track70]

i know where some 67/68 front end pieces are..Hint Hint MEEE!!

[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by track70

i know where some 67/68 front end pieces are..Hint Hint MEEE!!

What ya got?

[track70]

Umm..Complete front grille, hood, and maybe core support..Not sure if i wanna sell it though.. good Original stuff is hard to come by these days.

[BigMike]

Not the best PS job but it will give you an idea.

Mike