1965 SWB BBW Build

[Shooters_7]

Originally Posted by coulter

You got tons of sweet parts!!! thats gonna make a badass truck

We'll see if it pays off. It's something that takes my mind off the days chaos and taking out any frustrations through hard work.

Originally Posted by lolife99

Cool, cool truck!

Thanks bud!

I just found out my wheels won't ship until late NOV..... not something I thought would happen. Don't know if I'll wait as I want to get the motor in and measure for a driveshaft.

[wannabelower]

Nice build so far! Keep up the good work.

[duallyjams]

Just to back up a bit , when you go to use the MT tires on your next build I would buy the rims with the off set you want ( how deep you want the look of the rim to be ) and would cut/narrow the rear to work well that's IMO.

No wonder my buddy can't find a BBW truck you bought all of them J/K

Nice build

[Shooters_7]

Originally Posted by duallyjams

Just to back up a bit , when you go to use the MT tires on your next build I would buy the rims with the off set you want ( how deep you want the look of the rim to be ) and would cut/narrow the rear to work well that's IMO.

No wonder my buddy can't find a BBW truck you bought all of them J/K

Nice build

I'll be sure to buy a rim that tucks up under the truck. Doing the math for that is easy..... (famous last words)

As for the BBW trucks, I just find them from time to time and if they're not to far gone and the price is good then I'm game. Craigslist will be the end of me I'm sure!

Let me know what your buddy is lookig for and I'll keep an eye out.

[Shooters_7]

Finished getting the rear suspension together this morning. The only thing that was a pain is the drilling of the air bag valves through the frame and took a couple of batteries for that.

I have to order the brake lines on Monday so I can get all those run. I think Inline Tube will have everything I need for those. Looking at the stainless steel lines and braided stainless hoses.

[Shooters_7]

Trying to figure out the fuel setup for this. I read through another build on here that I think had to do the same thing... I beleive the LY6 needs to use the filter with the built in regulator..... Left a post in the LSX section asking about this to ensure everything is correct. Picture of what I think I need is below.

[mark 66]

Originally Posted by Shooters_7

Trying to figure out the fuel setup for this. I read through another build on here that I think had to do the same thing... I beleive the LY6 needs to use the filter with the built in regulator..... Left a post in the LSX section asking about this to ensure everything is correct. Picture of what I think I need is below.

that looks like the right one. should be for the corvette.I built a camaro a few years back and used the same set up. that way you dont have to run 2 lines. should work fine unless you plan to supercharge or something later.

[Shooters_7]

Originally Posted by mark 66

that looks like the right one. should be for the corvette.I built a camaro a few years back and used the same set up. that way you dont have to run 2 lines. should work fine unless you plan to supercharge or something later.

Just have to look up all the part numbers from Russell and order some stainless braded hose. Be easy to do and I just have to get some friends over to help with the motor / trans.

Should be able to do this tomorrow along with ordering the brake lines tomorrow. Its just money right....

[awhite4557]

Shooters_7, I did an LS swap into my 71 Chevy C-10 and used the same Russel quick connect fittings you have listed in your above post for your fuel lines. I would strongly recommend that you do not use those fittings. The plastic retainer will not hold. Mine came off shortly after the swap spraying gas all over my engine. Luckily, it was cold when it happened. If this had happened going down the road, I would have likely had an engine fire. I have read numerous post on the LS page about this. See my build page post #92 for the link about this fitting.

Summit has a Russel fitting that fixes this problem using a screw in "C" clip that will not let the fitting come off. Here is the link for the 3/8 fitting http://www.summitracing.com/search?k...us644120&dds=1

[Shooters_7]

Originally Posted by awhite4557

Shooters_7, I did an LS swap into my 71 Chevy C-10 and used the same Russel quick connect fittings you have listed in your above post for your fuel lines. I would strongly recommend that you do not use those fittings. The plastic retainer will not hold. Mine came off shortly after the swap spraying gas all over my engine. Luckily, it was cold when it happened. If this had happened going down the road, I would have likely had an engine fire. I have read numerous post on the LS page about this. See my build page post #92 for the link about this fitting.

Summit has a Russel fitting that fixes this problem using a screw in "C" clip that will not let the fitting come off. Here is the link for the 3/8 fitting http://www.summitracing.com/search?k...us644120&dds=1

Thanks for the heads up! I'll make sure I order these other ones.

[Shooters_7]

Fuel System Part #s for those for using a Boyd Fuel Tank:
-Russell #660843 90* 3/8 to -6 AN Fitting for fuel cell (x2)
-Russell #610025 -6 AN to hose (x6)
-Russell #644123 to fuel filter/regulator from hose (x2)
-Russell #644113 for fuel return to tank (x1)
-Russell #640940 fuel out to engine (x1)
-Russell #630270 stainless steel braided hose (50') "I have several trucks"
-GM GF822 (Filter/Regulator)

All of this will run 478.86 through Jegs.....its just money.

[Shooters_7]

Installed the sway bar today and found out that was more difficult than planned. Just drilling the new holes for the mounts with the battery powered drill. Had to stop and "recharge" in the middle of everythin.

Also had a chance to order brake lines from Inline Tube. Hopefully they fit pretty well and I won't have to modify too much with the Porterbuilt stuff. Has anyone had issues with "pre bent" lines?

[Shooters_7]

Running my company through their team live fires two weeks ago and realized I was standing on an old pineapple grenade from WWII. Not the best thing to be doing since the pin and spoon were missing. I really hate duds!

[Bomp]

Glad to have caught this build. Lookin Good.

[Shooters_7]

Originally Posted by Bomp

Glad to have caught this build. Lookin Good.

Thanks! Wish I had those crazy metal working skills that you have!

I'm looking at trying to get the motor set in this weekend. That's if nothing else comes up and crushes my plans. This will also give me a chance to order the drive shaft and other parts I need.

[Shooters_7]

Been really busy with several differnet things around the house and at work. Had to bring the skid steer from my parents farm to my house (20 miles) to unload my engine off the shipping pallet. Was unable to use the engine hoist to remove the engine without possibly breaking anything. Too many plastic parts and sensors that I didn't want to risk.

One thing I can tell those who are using the Porter Built stuff is to leave loose the mounts that the motor mounts tie into. IF you don't its a pain in the butt and you'll scream! Needless to say you figure it out as you go.

The truck style oil pan fits with a mild drop and I see no issues.

[Shooters_7]

I should get the wheels in two weeks which will allow me to set the truck on the ground and off my jack stands. I'll figure out where I need to bolt in the transmission mount once I do this and ensure it is set correctly.

Here soon I'll need to order a wiring harness and I think I'll go with Speartech for this. They seem to have good prices and good reviews.

I have all my fittings and fuel lines which I'll run this coming weekend. This will be easy and would have done it today as well but ran out of light.

[duallyjams]

Can't wait to see it on the ground.

[Shooters_7]

I'm curious if I'll have any issues with the 4L80e fitting under the "low hump" trans tunnel. I looked when I got home a little but haven't measured just yet. Won't be able to do this until my weheels arrive. I hate things on back order!

[Shooters_7]

The wheels have been on backorder for ever and aren't due in till DEC 16.... This is something that I didn't expect and I hope they're worth it. This is one of the only things holding me up for several big things that I need to do such as set the trans crossmember and start putting body parts on.

[DURG]

Originally Posted by Shooters_7

The wheels have been on backorder for ever and aren't due in till DEC 16.... This is something that I didn't expect and I hope they're worth it. This is one of the only things holding me up for several big things that I need to do such as set the trans crossmember and start putting body parts on.

It took me 5 months to get my wheels. I was told 6-8 weeks originally. Good luck.

[mark 66]

Originally Posted by DURG

It took me 5 months to get my wheels. I was told 6-8 weeks originally. Good luck.

looking at your truck and others with those wheels. I would say it might be worth the wait?to me they just look right.

[Shooters_7]

Still no wheels....not a happy camper! I have to call those guys and ask WTF as they should have been here! I need to order the tires for them though and I think I'm doing 275/50s since they aren't too expensive.

[Shooters_7]

The brake lines from inline tube aren't made to fit a frame/suspension thats modified. I'll have to either bend them and learn along the way or find someone that does it in the area. Asked n2billet about getting some done but haven't heard back just yet as he is up the highway 3hrs. Anyone else have any ideas???

[Hart_Rod]

Good looking build!