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Richie209 · 02-26-2015, 11:56 AM

I notice your frames PC Im gonna have my PC also but the only thing that worries me is the ground straps. Did you have trouble getting the PC off of the frame for the strap? And what did you use to get it off?

THanks Rich..

trkfrk · 02-28-2015, 05:32 PM

I've had no grounding issues. I used an 80 grit flapper wheel in my die grinder to remove the PC. The same way you would remove paint from your frame. Good luck.

trkfrk · 03-01-2015, 11:43 PM

I installed the front light kit on my AAW harness this weekend and got most of the cab wired up.

trkfrk · 03-01-2015, 11:47 PM

Pic 2

trkfrk · 03-02-2015, 12:07 AM

Another pic

knomadd · 03-02-2015, 11:18 AM

Coming along nicely. I like the AAW kits... It was easy to install for a rookie. I had never wired an entire vehicle before, but it was pretty simple. The hardest part was deciding where to run all the wires. It looks like you're doing a good job so far.

Richie209 · 03-02-2015, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by trkfrk

I've had no grounding issues. I used an 80 grit flapper wheel in my die grinder to remove the PC. The same way you would remove paint from your frame. Good luck.

Ok coo.. I'm gonna try that, thanks for answering my question and emailing me the template...

texasld · 03-03-2015, 06:03 PM

Looking good! the wiring is fun to me. I'm kookie, though.

Just wanted to stop by and say thank you for all the question answering on the air filter set up. Using the truck brackets and intake I had to switch the tube around the other way, but I got it in! I may make it shorter but not fully decided yet.

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trkfrk · 03-04-2015, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by knomadd

Coming along nicely. I like the AAW kits... It was easy to install for a rookie. I had never wired an entire vehicle before, but it was pretty simple. The hardest part was deciding where to run all the wires. It looks like you're doing a good job so far.

Thanks! I'm a big fan now.. I'm about 75% through the install with the AAW wiring and my Dakota VHX gauges. This is also my first complete rewire. I really like the extra lengths they give you to run to your ECM and aftermarket guages. It's almost like these two companies got together to make their two products wire up so easily.

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Originally Posted by Richie209

Ok coo.. I'm gonna try that, thanks for answering my question and emailing me the template...

You're welcome... I'm glad to help. Don't hesitate to email me if you need anything else..

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Originally Posted by texasld

Looking good! the wiring is fun to me. I'm kookie, though.

Just wanted to stop by and say thank you for all the question answering on the air filter set up. Using the truck brackets and intake I had to switch the tube around the other way, but I got it in! I may make it shorter but not fully decided yet.

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Your engine bay looks Sweet!!! I read through your build and it's coming along nice.

trkfrk · 03-04-2015, 09:55 PM

Here is a close up picture of the VHX control box which I will be mounting in my glove box along with my ECM/fuses/relays. I will add another picture once I finish the install.

9teen69 · 03-04-2015, 11:16 PM

Extremely bad$$! Keeps getting better man

**derotoreut** · 03-04-2015, 11:45 PM

You'll be happy with the VHX gauges. I'm curious, what are you planning to do with the two push buttons used for setup? The VHX with digital clock has 3-push buttons installed on the center gauge. When you go to the analog clock, you have wire in the setup buttons. I have the VHX gauges with digital clock on my 69, so I didn't have to wire up the setup buttons. My next gauges will be the same ones you are installing.

texasld · 03-11-2015, 10:17 PM

I know the VHX set comes with a water and oil sender. Do they also tie back into the LS ECU? Or is it Un needed?

notchbackgta · 03-12-2015, 09:22 AM

Oil sender is only for the gauge on all LS engines from what I can tell. I have a 4.8 from a 2000 Silverado and while it plugs into the harness, it does not send to the ECM, just the gauge. I believe water is serial data from the ECM to the dash in most vehicles.

boynton · 03-12-2015, 11:47 AM

If you look at my build, you will see what I did to get everything to work. I have two sensors for waste and oil. If you try to use the ls senders you will get inaccurate readings for your gauges abd if you use the vhx senders for your ecu then your ecu will read inaccurately. It is best to just run two sensors since it isn't that difficult

trkfrk · 03-12-2015, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by 9teen69

Extremely bad$$! Keeps getting better man

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by derotoreut

You'll be happy with the VHX gauges. I'm curious, what are you planning to do with the two push buttons used for setup? The VHX with digital clock has 3-push buttons installed on the center gauge. When you go to the analog clock, you have wire in the setup buttons. I have the VHX gauges with digital clock on my 69, so I didn't have to wire up the setup buttons. My next gauges will be the same ones you are installing.

I'm really happy how easy the install is Going. The two buttons I'm thinking of mounting below the gauge cluster in my dash. I went ahead and ordered the fuel level sensor from Dakota so my reading would be correct.

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Originally Posted by texasld

I know the VHX set comes with a water and oil sender. Do they also tie back into the LS ECU? Or is it Un needed?

No they are separate. My engine only had water temp going to the ECM which I left alone. I added the VHX water temp sender to the passenger side cylinder head so the VHX system gets and independent reading. On the drivers side of the engine above the oil filter I drilled and tapped 1/8" NPT threads for the VHX oil sender.

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Originally Posted by boynton

If you look at my build, you will see what I did to get everything to work. I have two sensors for waste and oil. If you try to use the ls senders you will get inaccurate readings for your gauges abd if you use the vhx senders for your ecu then your ecu will read inaccurately. It is best to just run two sensors since it isn't that difficult

Agree^^^^. Didn't take much time at all to add them to my engine harness.

Justin@EntropyRad · 03-12-2015, 02:37 PM

ooh, fancy!

texasld · 03-12-2015, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by trkfrk

Thanks!

I'm really happy how easy the install is Going. The two buttons I'm thinking of mounting them below the gauge cluster in my dash. I went ahead and ordered the fuel level sensor from Dokata so my reading would be correct.

No they are separate. My engine only had water temp going to the ECM which I left alone. I added the VHX water temp sender to the passenger side cylinder head so the VHX system gets and independent reading. On the drivers side of the engine above the oil filter I drilled and tapped 1/8" NPT threads for the VHX oil sender.

Agree^^^^. Didn't take much time at all to add them to my engine harness.

So' after reading this 18 times, I did a little google-ing the LS1 and the truck LM7 have different oil sensor locations. That piece you have pictured isn't the same on my block. It doesn't extend "up" llike yours does. it just runs between the bolt holes.

texasld · 03-12-2015, 03:03 PM

Thank you for all the help, guys!

NewType72 · 03-12-2015, 03:49 PM

Wow this build is off the hook, I really need to sit down and read it all the way through.

trkfrk · 03-16-2015, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Justin@EntropyRad

ooh, fancy!

Thanks....

Quote:

Originally Posted by texasld

So' after reading this 18 times, I did a little google-ing the LS1 and the truck LM7 have different oil sensor locations. That piece you have pictured isn't the same on my block. It doesn't extend "up" llike yours does. it just runs between the bolt holes.

I'm glad you figured it out. I am also learning as I go with these LS motors.

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Originally Posted by NewType72

Wow this build is off the hook, I really need to sit down and read it all the way through.

Awesome compliment

thanks!

texasld · 03-31-2015, 10:43 AM

Ok, man! Hows the progress coming? Got your new bed parts yet?

trkfrk · 04-01-2015, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by texasld

Ok, man! Hows the progress coming? Got your new bed parts yet?

Thanks for asking. Well, I finished up all of my chassis wiring minus the rear tail lights. Finished wiring up my gauges. I sent my front cross sill's out for PC and should be done early next week. My painter finished painting the front bed panel and rear cross sill. The next step is ordering my bed wood, stainless steel wear strips and bolt kit so I can start assembling the bed.

texasld · 04-02-2015, 03:44 PM

Good deal, just checking to make sure you werent dead!

trkfrk · 04-02-2015, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by texasld

Good deal, just checking to make sure you werent dead!

Right..lol

Also redid my backyard for the wife before the 100 degree weather hits.

02-26-2015, 11:56 AM	#576
Richie209 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Stockton California Posts: 28	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual I notice your frames PC Im gonna have my PC also but the only thing that worries me is the ground straps. Did you have trouble getting the PC off of the frame for the strap? And what did you use to get it off? THanks Rich..

02-28-2015, 05:32 PM	#577
trkfrk Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 969	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual I've had no grounding issues. I used an 80 grit flapper wheel in my die grinder to remove the PC. The same way you would remove paint from your frame. Good luck. __________________ Mark 1972 C10 SWB LS1/T56 6 speed trans/4:56 posi with 5.5"-7" static drop/Boss 338 Wheels 18"x20" My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424609. My first start up http://youtu.be/R899YQ1OcjU

03-01-2015, 11:43 PM	#578
trkfrk Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 969	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual I installed the front light kit on my AAW harness this weekend and got most of the cab wired up. Attached Images __________________ Mark 1972 C10 SWB LS1/T56 6 speed trans/4:56 posi with 5.5"-7" static drop/Boss 338 Wheels 18"x20" My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424609. My first start up http://youtu.be/R899YQ1OcjU

03-01-2015, 11:47 PM	#579
trkfrk Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 969	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual Pic 2 Attached Images __________________ Mark 1972 C10 SWB LS1/T56 6 speed trans/4:56 posi with 5.5"-7" static drop/Boss 338 Wheels 18"x20" My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424609. My first start up http://youtu.be/R899YQ1OcjU

03-02-2015, 12:07 AM	#580
trkfrk Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 969	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual Another pic Attached Images __________________ Mark 1972 C10 SWB LS1/T56 6 speed trans/4:56 posi with 5.5"-7" static drop/Boss 338 Wheels 18"x20" My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424609. My first start up http://youtu.be/R899YQ1OcjU

03-02-2015, 11:18 AM	#581
knomadd Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Rosenberg, Texas Posts: 3,506	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual Coming along nicely. I like the AAW kits... It was easy to install for a rookie. I had never wired an entire vehicle before, but it was pretty simple. The hardest part was deciding where to run all the wires. It looks like you're doing a good job so far. __________________ -Duane C/10 Club Texas member 1971 Chevy C10 "Brutus" SWB Fleetside 2016 6.0L (L96) 6L90E (driver/project) 1965 Pontiac GTO "Royal Goat" 400/TH400 w/AC (my baby)

03-03-2015, 06:03 PM	#583
texasld Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Wilmot, NH Posts: 443	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual Looking good! the wiring is fun to me. I'm kookie, though. Just wanted to stop by and say thank you for all the question answering on the air filter set up. Using the truck brackets and intake I had to switch the tube around the other way, but I got it in! I may make it shorter but not fully decided yet. __________________ 1969 C10 SWB 5.3L LS, 4l60e, 2/4 drop (In Progress) 2015 GMC 2500 Duramax (Daily Driver) 1999 Jeep TJ 2010 Harley Street Glide Check Out My Build!: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=617981

03-04-2015, 09:55 PM	#585
trkfrk Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 969	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual Here is a close up picture of the VHX control box which I will be mounting in my glove box along with my ECM/fuses/relays. I will add another picture once I finish the install. Attached Images __________________ Mark 1972 C10 SWB LS1/T56 6 speed trans/4:56 posi with 5.5"-7" static drop/Boss 338 Wheels 18"x20" My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424609. My first start up http://youtu.be/R899YQ1OcjU

03-04-2015, 11:16 PM	#586
9teen69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,048	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual Extremely bad$$! Keeps getting better man __________________ 72 Cheyenne SWB C10 (daily driver) (Super fake cause I just love the glovebox emblem) 70 Camaro RS (frame-off in pieces) 70 Camaro RS (daily driver backup) 69 Custom LWB C10 (son now drives)

03-04-2015, 11:45 PM	#587
derotoreut Roto Reuter thats the name... Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Darien, NY Posts: 1,853	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual You'll be happy with the VHX gauges. I'm curious, what are you planning to do with the two push buttons used for setup? The VHX with digital clock has 3-push buttons installed on the center gauge. When you go to the analog clock, you have wire in the setup buttons. I have the VHX gauges with digital clock on my 69, so I didn't have to wire up the setup buttons. My next gauges will be the same ones you are installing. __________________ ~ Dan My 70 K10 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=782232 My 71 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651394 1970 SWB Fleet K10 4X4, 5.3L LM7, 4L60E, Dakota Digital RTX, Vintage Air, Ididit tilt 1971 SWB Fleet C10 - Original SWB Arizona truck, new custom restoration project "Kick out your motor and drive while you're still alive - kick it out!" - Heart 1977

03-11-2015, 10:17 PM	#588
texasld Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Wilmot, NH Posts: 443	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual I know the VHX set comes with a water and oil sender. Do they also tie back into the LS ECU? Or is it Un needed? __________________ 1969 C10 SWB 5.3L LS, 4l60e, 2/4 drop (In Progress) 2015 GMC 2500 Duramax (Daily Driver) 1999 Jeep TJ 2010 Harley Street Glide Check Out My Build!: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=617981

03-12-2015, 09:22 AM	#589
notchbackgta Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Earth, NJ Posts: 479	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual Oil sender is only for the gauge on all LS engines from what I can tell. I have a 4.8 from a 2000 Silverado and while it plugs into the harness, it does not send to the ECM, just the gauge. I believe water is serial data from the ECM to the dash in most vehicles.

03-12-2015, 11:47 AM	#590
boynton Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Salado, Texas Posts: 1,418	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual If you look at my build, you will see what I did to get everything to work. I have two sensors for waste and oil. If you try to use the ls senders you will get inaccurate readings for your gauges abd if you use the vhx senders for your ecu then your ecu will read inaccurately. It is best to just run two sensors since it isn't that difficult __________________ 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

03-12-2015, 02:37 PM	#592
Justin@EntropyRad Registered User Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 483	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual ooh, fancy!

03-12-2015, 03:03 PM	#594
texasld Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Wilmot, NH Posts: 443	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual Thank you for all the help, guys! __________________ 1969 C10 SWB 5.3L LS, 4l60e, 2/4 drop (In Progress) 2015 GMC 2500 Duramax (Daily Driver) 1999 Jeep TJ 2010 Harley Street Glide Check Out My Build!: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=617981



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03-12-2015, 03:49 PM	#595
NewType72 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: turlock Posts: 2,177	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual Wow this build is off the hook, I really need to sit down and read it all the way through. __________________ Project NewType 1972 Chevy C/10 Cheyenne Super ( Daily Driven Showtruck ) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=507903 Project Great Grandpa's Legacy 1973 Chevy C/10 Cheyenne ( Current daily driver collecting big time parts ) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...89#post7084289 - Dylan (209)-985-7721

03-31-2015, 10:43 AM	#597
texasld Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Wilmot, NH Posts: 443	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual Ok, man! Hows the progress coming? Got your new bed parts yet? __________________ 1969 C10 SWB 5.3L LS, 4l60e, 2/4 drop (In Progress) 2015 GMC 2500 Duramax (Daily Driver) 1999 Jeep TJ 2010 Harley Street Glide Check Out My Build!: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=617981

04-02-2015, 03:44 PM	#599
texasld Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Wilmot, NH Posts: 443	Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual Good deal, just checking to make sure you werent dead! __________________ 1969 C10 SWB 5.3L LS, 4l60e, 2/4 drop (In Progress) 2015 GMC 2500 Duramax (Daily Driver) 1999 Jeep TJ 2010 Harley Street Glide Check Out My Build!: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=617981

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