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Kim57 · 08-25-2013, 11:06 AM

Looking good.
Kim

Baldeagle SR · 08-25-2013, 12:18 PM

Very nice work.
Rich

72BlckButy · 08-26-2013, 01:40 PM

Lookin' good!

dubie · 08-26-2013, 02:13 PM

pretty damn slick!!!

thotfulspot · 08-26-2013, 02:38 PM

Looks good. Did you decide on wheels? Size and back spacing would be helpful when I get to that point. Do you know the WMS to WMS for you rear end?

I have a feeling my wife isn't going to be happy with what's left of the bed.

The countdown has begun.

Ron

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Painter D · 08-26-2013, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by thotfulspot

Looks good. Did you decide on wheels? Size and back spacing would be helpful when I get to that point. Do you know the WMS to WMS for you rear end?

I have a feeling my wife isn't going to be happy with what's left of the bed.

The countdown has begun.

Ron

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Haven't decided on wheels yet ,can't make up my mind. When I do decide I'll post the specs.

FYI when I put the wheel tubs I gave myself plenty of extra room to go wider and taller so the wheels I end up getting may or may not work on your application.

Painter D · 08-26-2013, 07:28 PM

I completely forgot to mention , the truck is running now!

For being my first LS swap I was shocked at just how easy it was to get it running.

Rude Dude · 08-26-2013, 08:02 PM

Great job on the bed, another one of my favorite builds!

thotfulspot · 08-28-2013, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Painter D

Haven't decided on wheels yet ,can't make up my mind. When I do decide I'll post the specs.

FYI when I put the wheel tubs I gave myself plenty of extra room to go wider and taller so the wheels I end up getting may or may not work on your application.

I'm also up in the air about the wheel size in the rear. I probably won't go as big as yours in the rear if you plan on filling those tubs. I'm still torn about using a set of Delmo specials or something else. I'm going to have a 9" built so it will depend on the WMS to WMS of the rear end and go from there. Probably more like the Heisenberg's tubs. Probably the same height front and rear and just wider in the rear. It looks like it has a deeper bed in the rear. I'll need to do some occasional towing with it and some longer trips with it so more room for luggage would be helpful. I'll have to find out how much depth he has in the bed. That will all depend on how tall the Porterbuilt notch is in the rear.

I'm starting off with coilovers instead of bags. I don't know if I'll need as big of a notch. I do want to have enough that if I decide to go with Shockwaves in the future. I'm trying to save a little money up front by not having to deal with the automatic ride height components. It's going to take quite a bit longer for the build so who knows how many times I change my mind.
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Roadkill58 · 09-10-2013, 01:27 AM

[QUOTE=Painter D;6239958]I completely forgot to mention , the truck is running now!

For being my first LS swap I was shocked at just how easy it was to get it running.[/QUOTE]

Congrats on getting it running!

Truck is looking good.

.

C10Sim · 09-17-2013, 07:51 AM

Great build!

I notice you purchase an Ididit steering column kit and I beleive I have same one but I noticed that the drop column bracket doesn't bolt on directly. Did yours bolt on without modification.My dash has 4 different holes where the bracket mounts to the dash but none seem to line up. I think I have shave all holes on the dash and redrill new holes for the new drop column bracket. I figured it was a 100% bolt on?

Also what size tubing did you use on your bed?

Thanks,
Simon

Painter D · 09-19-2013, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by C10Sim

Great build!

I notice you purchase an Ididit steering column kit and I beleive I have same one but I noticed that the drop column bracket doesn't bolt on directly. Did yours bolt on without modification.My dash has 4 different holes where the bracket mounts to the dash but none seem to line up. I think I have shave all holes on the dash and redrill new holes for the new drop column bracket. I figured it was a 100% bolt on?

Also what size tubing did you use on your bed?

Thanks,
Simon

I had to drill a couple of holes for the column to mount up.

I used 14ga. 1"x1" square tubing for the bed floor frame, and its very strong.
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Painter D · 09-22-2013, 02:00 PM

I had RPL customs make the fan shroud and air intake so I was able to get most of the engine compartment finished, still have a little left to do (battery and cables) but you get the idea.

**lolife99** · 09-22-2013, 03:00 PM

Beautiful!^^^

Are you going to be at the TX Goodguys show?

Painter D · 09-22-2013, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

Beautiful!^^^

Are you going to be at the TX Goodguys show?

Yeah, Ill be there with my Riviera.

You gonna go?
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**lolife99** · 09-22-2013, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Painter D

Yeah, Ill be there with my Riviera.

You gonna go?
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Yeah,... plans have kinda changed,... but me and hot trux will be there.
Not sure if we'll be in the swap meet or with a car.
I'll look for your Riv.
(Is it for sale yet?)

Painter D · 09-22-2013, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

Yeah,... plans have kinda changed,... but me and hot trux will be there.
Not sure if we'll be in the swap meet or with a car.
I'll look for your Riv.
(Is it for sale yet?)

For sale? No way I love that car. Lol

Of course everything is for sale for the right price though.
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Kim57 · 09-22-2013, 11:22 PM

The engine compartment looks very nice.
Kim

Baldeagle SR · 09-24-2013, 11:18 AM

Does your Rivera have the 430 motor in it? That is what I am putting in my pu. They are a good motor if you stay below 5200 RPM. You got a lot of torque so you don't need RPM anyway.
Rich
my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=576185

Painter D · 09-25-2013, 06:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Baldeagle SR

Does your Rivera have the 430 motor in it? That is what I am putting in my pu. They are a good motor if you stay below 5200 RPM. You got a lot of torque so you don't need RPM anyway.
Rich
my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=576185

Its got a 425 Nailhead in it, it runs great.

Low Elco · 09-26-2013, 03:05 PM

Love the Riv, great work on the truck!

Painter D · 09-28-2013, 10:30 PM

Tried the wheels off the Riviera to see how they would look and fit. To my surprise the offset is perfect, now I'll know what to order when the time comes.

Kim57 · 09-29-2013, 03:18 AM

They look good on there.
Kim

thotfulspot · 09-29-2013, 01:54 PM

What is the back spacing and size? Do you know the width of the rear end?

Thanks,

Ron
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Painter D · 09-29-2013, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by thotfulspot

What is the back spacing and size? Do you know the width of the rear end?

Thanks,

Ron
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20x10 on the rear with a 5" backspace......275/40/20
20x8.5 on the front with a 5.25" back space,......245/40/20

Not sure on the width of the rearend, Ill get a measurement for you one of these days
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08-25-2013, 11:06 AM	#201
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Looking good. Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

08-25-2013, 12:18 PM	#202
Baldeagle SR Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Lakeside Ariz Posts: 445	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Very nice work. Rich

08-26-2013, 01:40 PM	#203
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Lookin' good! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

08-26-2013, 02:13 PM	#204
dubie Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Flin Flon, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 8,853	Re: Locomotive Lugnut pretty damn slick!!! __________________ My name's Tim and I'm a truckaholic My 56 Chevy shop truck build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=562795

08-26-2013, 02:38 PM	#205
thotfulspot Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 198	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Looks good. Did you decide on wheels? Size and back spacing would be helpful when I get to that point. Do you know the WMS to WMS for you rear end? I have a feeling my wife isn't going to be happy with what's left of the bed. The countdown has begun. Ron Posted via Mobile Device

08-26-2013, 07:28 PM	#207
Painter D Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW (Forney) Posts: 1,529	Re: Locomotive Lugnut I completely forgot to mention , the truck is running now! For being my first LS swap I was shocked at just how easy it was to get it running. __________________ '58 SWB Fleetside...Front & Rear Porterbuilt Dropmember, 6.0 LS /4L60E. Accuair E-level, 20 Billet Specialties (Vintecs) '63 Buick Riviera ... AccuAir E-level, 20" Billet Specialties (Vintecs) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=528853&page=5

08-26-2013, 08:02 PM	#208
Rude Dude Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Glendale Arizona Posts: 1,188	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Great job on the bed, another one of my favorite builds! __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=436442

09-10-2013, 01:27 AM	#210
Roadkill58 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Under a bad sign Posts: 498	Re: Locomotive Lugnut [QUOTE=Painter D;6239958]I completely forgot to mention , the truck is running now! For being my first LS swap I was shocked at just how easy it was to get it running.[/QUOTE] Congrats on getting it running! Truck is looking good. . __________________ Rust Never Sleeps . Roadkill's 58 Chevy Stepside build Roadkill's 69 Custom C20

09-17-2013, 07:51 AM	#211
C10Sim Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 469	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Great build! I notice you purchase an Ididit steering column kit and I beleive I have same one but I noticed that the drop column bracket doesn't bolt on directly. Did yours bolt on without modification.My dash has 4 different holes where the bracket mounts to the dash but none seem to line up. I think I have shave all holes on the dash and redrill new holes for the new drop column bracket. I figured it was a 100% bolt on? Also what size tubing did you use on your bed? Thanks, Simon __________________ 1968 Chevy Pickup http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321717 1959 Chevy Apache 3100 SWB Big Window http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=597069

09-22-2013, 02:00 PM	#213
Painter D Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW (Forney) Posts: 1,529	Re: Locomotive Lugnut I had RPL customs make the fan shroud and air intake so I was able to get most of the engine compartment finished, still have a little left to do (battery and cables) but you get the idea. Attached Images __________________ '58 SWB Fleetside...Front & Rear Porterbuilt Dropmember, 6.0 LS /4L60E. Accuair E-level, 20 Billet Specialties (Vintecs) '63 Buick Riviera ... AccuAir E-level, 20" Billet Specialties (Vintecs) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=528853&page=5 Last edited by Painter D; 09-22-2013 at 03:23 PM.

09-22-2013, 03:00 PM	#214
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,701	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Beautiful!^^^ Are you going to be at the TX Goodguys show? __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

09-22-2013, 11:22 PM	#218
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: Locomotive Lugnut The engine compartment looks very nice. Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

09-24-2013, 11:18 AM	#219
Baldeagle SR Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Lakeside Ariz Posts: 445	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Does your Rivera have the 430 motor in it? That is what I am putting in my pu. They are a good motor if you stay below 5200 RPM. You got a lot of torque so you don't need RPM anyway. Rich my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=576185

09-26-2013, 03:05 PM	#221
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Love the Riv, great work on the truck! __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

09-28-2013, 10:30 PM	#222
Painter D Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW (Forney) Posts: 1,529	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Tried the wheels off the Riviera to see how they would look and fit. To my surprise the offset is perfect, now I'll know what to order when the time comes. Attached Images __________________ '58 SWB Fleetside...Front & Rear Porterbuilt Dropmember, 6.0 LS /4L60E. Accuair E-level, 20 Billet Specialties (Vintecs) '63 Buick Riviera ... AccuAir E-level, 20" Billet Specialties (Vintecs) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=528853&page=5



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09-29-2013, 03:18 AM	#223
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: Locomotive Lugnut They look good on there. Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

09-29-2013, 01:54 PM	#224
thotfulspot Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 198	Re: Locomotive Lugnut What is the back spacing and size? Do you know the width of the rear end? Thanks, Ron Posted via Mobile Device

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