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02-04-2009, 06:54 AM
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Re: Doug's Dream
to the question above J&J Engineering Inc.
Big Bear City, CA they got the hook-up for sweet all aluminum dash bezel's / so my tank got delayed along with all of the other parts I've ordered I'm assuming that everyone is too busy doing taxes to ship their own product out or they laid off half of their staff lol jk hopefully I'll get this truck done soon; spring time is just around the corner and I want to drive it bad!!! As far as paint and body its looking like valentines weekend, good thing I don't have a girlfriend at the moment or she'd be pissed of all the money and time I'm spending with my truck =p |
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02-08-2009, 05:36 AM
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Re: Doug's Dream
Selling 2 tailgates... hurry there gonna go fast... one way or another; read
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02-09-2009, 09:48 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
ALL OF THE PARTS ARE IN!!! Can't wait to get started
 Pics coming once I get off the night shift =p
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02-11-2009, 01:06 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
Lookin good, hand!
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02-18-2009, 03:06 AM
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Re: Doug's Dream
Making headway on the cab, swapping out the blocks with the new 3" Body lift as well as doing a bed fill tank mock-up... pics coming might go to the Chicago Auto Show this weekend so will see how far I get
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02-25-2009, 01:49 AM
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Re: Doug's Dream
Putting in the correct 3" body lift and removing the wood blocks; still working on the cab floor pics coming when I get a chance to continue with that
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02-27-2009, 06:43 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
D-Day for Project 72' sent the bed off to paint and body, pounded out the rear brace and work on the position of the gas tank
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03-24-2009, 11:21 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
Pics of the bed so far, get it back this sunday pics will be up of final product later sunday or monday
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03-24-2009, 11:52 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
i cant wait, try and get some pics in full sunlight if you could, im thinking about this color for my 74 blazer, but i dont know if its too red or not
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03-25-2009, 03:49 AM
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Re: Doug's Dream
Cool project!
I agree you should get it going and enjoy it this spring, but the way you are building it just screams CHEVY BIG BLOCK POWER!!! lol...
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03-28-2009, 10:45 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
that doesn't look like a 6 in lift that way its sitting on the 36s because i had a 35 on one side in the the front with a 6in in kit and it was a tighter fit. You may have a 8 or 10 in kit, unless it had those wood blocks in the first few pictures.
Change the gears to 4.10s for bogging because to don't want to much torque or too little. And if you change the gears change the front to a locker or limited slip. Just my input.
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 72 gmc 2500 2wd drive convert  My 72 thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=346712 THe other truck, wheeler 69 1/2 4x4, yellow and rusty. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=350300 Last edited by onlyifihadachevy; 03-28-2009 at 10:52 PM. |
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03-29-2009, 12:51 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
Ya, It's a 6" Suspension Lift and Had wood blocks in for a body lift/ took them out and put in a 3" body lift. As far as the front it has locker's; I am thinking about switching the gears out but how I go about it I'm still questioning. First thing is first, get it put back together and drive it!
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03-29-2009, 02:38 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
Go to a 4wd shop and talk to them they will know who changes them, if they don't. if you are going to do it yourself, its pretty hard from what i've heard.
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72 gmc 2500 2wd drive convert My 72 thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=346712 THe other truck, wheeler 69 1/2 4x4, yellow and rusty. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=350300 |
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04-09-2009, 12:25 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
Lets try this again, Bed fully painted and lined...
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04-09-2009, 12:32 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
Rear Brake kit
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04-09-2009, 12:36 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
Front Clip removal
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04-23-2009, 02:15 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
Last order of parts, at least this year (excl. tires that'll be a little later) But other than that everything is going into full swing, First objective get the bed and cab off the frame... hopefully get that done in the next 2 weeks/
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09-07-2009, 02:50 AM
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Re: Doug's Dream
Wanted- Someone to help work on my truck
So ya its been awhile since I've touched my 72' project and alot of things have happened since I've touched it last. Long story short I work weekend shift and none of my friends are available to help work on it. I am looking for someone in Central IL area to help my work on this in their free time through the week Mon-thurs. Preferably some one with welding experience, tubing (need to run fuel lines), and overall modification. There really isn't much left but I can't bring myself to do it on my own I get bored very easily and need someone else with me to just chat and drink a few beers. Please e-mail me at lghtng2@yahoo.com if you are interested. -Jon |
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09-08-2009, 05:57 PM
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SWB 4x4 Collector
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Re: Doug's Dream
Nice truck, it appears your truck is sitting on a 73-87 style long bed frame. I can tell from the furthest rear crossmember with the holes. Just thought I would tell you if you ever need to order suspension components and such. Sorry, can't help you out with the labor. Trevor
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05-05-2010, 11:15 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
For SALE as is 90% Restored Lost interest all the parts are there $10,000 takes it home today! 309-370-6793
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07-29-2010, 06:00 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
Well I finally bit the bullet and got a loan, Big Red just got some funds! Starting on it right away frame blasted and powder-coated or painted, fuel lines, brake, cab work, 2 new doors, ect ect ect.... UPDATES* Coming SOON!!!
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07-30-2010, 02:31 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
looking forward to watching this progress man.
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07-31-2010, 01:33 AM
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Re: Doug's Dream
okay day 1 Redemption! Back to work on the truck I have removed the radiator, brake booster, all the pedal assembly, and removed the mounting bolts to the cab.
Later today around noon I'm having a few friends over to help pickup and place the cab and bed on a flat and prep the frame to be delivered for blasting on Sunday. Pictures are coming soon... |
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07-31-2010, 08:49 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
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08-06-2010, 12:39 PM
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Re: Doug's Dream
welcome from Peoria! I'll be keeping my eye out for your truck!!
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