Getting Started

[fastbagged68]

I have an Oasis also. Mine fills 10 gallons of air in no time. I have a 180psi switch too. With a 5 gallon tank the thing will hardly run.

[L0WRIDE]

nice!! these drop members are really a visual symphony there just great

[BigShoe24]

Well, I took a break on the truck, last semester in college is getting a bit tough. I did get the cab on, and replaced some cab corners, inner & outer rockers. I have to say I hat rust! Its very time consumming when you've never done it. I do need some help on the next issue. I can't seem to figure a way to run a panhard bar, there just doesn't seem to be room. I have a ford 9" which makes the center "pumpkin" staggered. I was thinking I could run a watts link. The problem is, the left link would be 11 & 5/8", while the right side would be 15 & 3/8". Would this be a problem? Any suggestions would help. Thanks

-Ben

[camaro__thunder]

Rock A Wishbone

[BigShoe24]

Well I got that issue fixed. Suspension is done except for air managment. Who do you guys recommend for new bed sides, and possible a new front clip. Does anyone have better fitment? Thank, BB

[BigShoe24]

Well, I finally did a bit of work, Sorry the pics are pretty poor quality. The red truck is a friend of mines. He just bought it last week. Just thought I would share. Hopefully mine will look similar when it's all said and done.

[BigShoe24]

Here is a few more, It's originally from Oregon I believe. Anyone know who built it. Much Props, It's clean as F$%!

[gringoloco]

Nice to see some sheetmetal hangin'. Talked your buddy into baggin' it yet?

[Dinos63]

looks killer and even with the stockers ,i bet you can hardly wait to drive it. nice work

[SanitysBane]

Trucks look sick. Call me crazy but I love thoes stock rims.

[BigShoe24]

Thanks for the compliments. My Next Step is to get a new steering column. I was leaning towards the Ididit retrofit Column shift? I have the PorterBuilt Dropmember, with the R&P. Anyone have any suggestion. I was not sure what shafts, joints, etc, I would need. Any help is always appreciated. Thanks

Ben

[PBFAB.COM]

Originally Posted by BigShoe24

Thanks for the compliments. My Next Step is to get a new steering column. I was leaning towards the Ididit retrofit Column shift? I have the PorterBuilt Dropmember, with the R&P. Anyone have any suggestion. I was not sure what shafts, joints, etc, I would need. Any help is always appreciated. Thanks

Ben

Ben-

Just let me know what the output shaft is on the column you get and I will let you know which joints you're going to need.

[BigShoe24]

Quick question, I just received my chromes pieces for my grille. It's a 67-68, so there are two small pieces running the width of the front end. They came with these small funky flip's and I really cant get them to work. Any suggestions??? Thanks

[BigShoe24]

This is a bit of a repeat question, but I talked to the guys at Ididit, and they quoted me $815 for the retro-fit chrome column shift Part # 1140657020. I was wondering if anyone could tell me where I might get a better price (particular dealer) , or perhaps maybe an alternative column. Thanks as always.

[BigShoe24]

Ok guys, I know I'm probably taking the easy route by asking, instead of digging through the forums, but I cant help it. As I stated before, I have the "One & Only" PB Dropmember, which runs the R&P unisteer. I plan to order the Retro-fit Column shift steering column from Ididit and need a little direction before I drop over a G. First, where can I get the best deal on the Column, and does anyone have a list of additional parts I will need to make it work. Thanks, and again sorry for reposting.

[Riveted1]

Sorry, can't help u on the steering, but the truck is lookin good! You're buddy's truck is nice too.

[BigShoe24]

Any suggestions on the Steering Column? Anything?

when they ask what type of box, do I say It's a R&P ?

Thanks

[Shane]

Have you tried dropping Nathan a PM? He is VERY responsive when it comes to customer service.

[BigShoe24]

Well, I got the steering figured out finally. I'm moving on to finishing the brake components so I can order wheels! I made the mistake and order the CPP drop spindle, with 12" drilled rotors that come with single piston calibers. I am wanting to run a better looking caliper on the rear which is a bare ford 9" so I can pretty much do anything (brembo, ssbc, wilwood). I was wondering if anyone could offer any insight on what I could do so they match? The spindle, hole mounts (were the caliper mounts) appear to be 7" apart. However, there is only room for 5 3/8" caliper to slide in between the mounts. So, does anyone know of a caliper that would fit the shoe? Thanks for the help

[BigShoe24]

Well, I'm getting a little closer.


Can someone help me move this thread over to the "build & projects" Thanks

[BigShoe24]

Anyone care to suggest who makes the most affordable three piece or billet wheels? I need different width's and offsets from front to back. Thanks

[BigShoe24]

Once again Nathan @ PB comes through. These are the motor mounts for an LS block that bolt directly to the DM. Everyone likes bolt-on. (when it bolt up right )

Thanks Nate

[jlaird]

Hey, where did you get that wilwood setup? Are those rotors really black?

[BigShoe24]

Jlaird, I know! They are from wilwood. I haven't mounted the rotors because my wheels aren't in yet. (they won't fit) They're just coated and when the rotors, pads are on, the friction zone will clean it's self. BTW, it's a 9" ford rear end.

[BigShoe24]

Here are a few more pics.


Any comments? Suggestions?