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steemin_ehman · 03-16-2007, 07:18 PM

hey guys! just wanted to post some progress picks on my stepside. so far, i have all the peices back from the paintshop, and have been putting it slowly back together for the last 2 weekends....with some help of course. anyway, heres some pics! sorry that they're not great ones, but theres still a foot of snow outside!

Rc 415 · 03-16-2007, 07:39 PM

Thats hot, im gettin my 83 in the same lambo orange!

Pyrotechnic · 03-16-2007, 10:33 PM

I like the dash pad. Did you take a stock pad and have it covered or is it aftermarket?

EDIT: I see you got some audio cable sittin there. Whats the plans for the sound system ?

Also, did you just install the deck over the dash bezel with the DIN sleeve? I more or less had to do that on mine because the previous owner had hacked up dash so bad, and the only way to take off the dash bezel would be to remove the head unit also.

Srubydo1986 · 03-16-2007, 10:45 PM

I dont even what to know how mush of a head ache the front clip was with the bumper fussed in like that.

Also Did you get that dash leather covered, I see stiching.

Wish my chevelle was at that part of the build. When i get some film ill start a new thread and post some pictures.

85_SWB · 03-17-2007, 10:17 AM

looks awsome
i love the painted dash. i dont think ive seen that before
how much was it for the dash pad work

bigblock73 · 03-17-2007, 10:40 AM

Progress looks great...keep going and keep posting pics for us to see!

Has the green masking tape been helping, have you noticed yourself bumping painted parts together during reassembly..and has the tape done it's job in preventing chips and scratches?

bowtiehotrodder · 03-17-2007, 09:31 PM

man i love custom trucks you got a nice truck keep up the pic.

st1 · 03-18-2007, 03:26 AM

nice truck keep posting!!!!

Hoods69BadBowTie · 03-18-2007, 04:57 AM

Sweet truck, awesome progress. Keep up the good work and can't wait to see it when its completed.

steemin_ehman · 03-19-2007, 01:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pyrotechnic

I like the dash pad. Did you take a stock pad and have it covered or is it aftermarket?

EDIT: I see you got some audio cable sittin there. Whats the plans for the sound system ?

Also, did you just install the deck over the dash bezel with the DIN sleeve? I more or less had to do that on mine because the previous owner had hacked up dash so bad, and the only way to take off the dash bezel would be to remove the head unit also.

for the dash, all i did was have the stoick one recovered in that anti-crack vinal (or so they claim) it cost me cnd $200 and was worth every penny!!!

also, for the sound system... in total its gonna have 2600 watts with 2 alpine 6x9's 2 alpine 6 1/2", 2 alpine 1" tweets, and for the thump, 2 10" kicker l7's. all powered by audison amps. ....its not as crazy as some i've seen, but it should be loud enough for me!! and yes i installed the deck that way, also because of the previous owner.

steemin_ehman · 03-19-2007, 01:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigblock73

Progress looks great...keep going and keep posting pics for us to see!

Has the green masking tape been helping, have you noticed yourself bumping painted parts together during reassembly..and has the tape done it's job in preventing chips and scratches?

yes yes i've noticed lots of bumping painted parts together... the tape is definately helping, but im still finding myself putting nicks here and there. its sucks bigtime, but eh, im gonna drive it, so its gonna happen anyway.

steemin_ehman · 03-19-2007, 01:33 AM

alright, this weekend the goal was to make my truck "look" as finished as possible as to get it into a local indoor car show i need some pictures of the "finished product" so, i got everything aligned, my weels on, i just "set" the box on and some interior panels in.. and vwallla... this it what she will look like..... i like drooling over it.

75silverstep · 03-19-2007, 01:45 AM

Very nice truck .The color is nice the truck is very clean looking .Gota say it not liking the wing though sorry..

Low84 · 03-19-2007, 01:55 AM

Very nice truck. x2 on the wing though

moneyeater · 03-19-2007, 07:58 AM

Very nice work! I like the bumper with the lights and the clean doors,but also not the wing.But individuality rules,right?
Moneyeater

Shamil · 03-19-2007, 08:36 AM

Very nice work.... i like it

do you have the code for the color, can you provide us with it

steemin_ehman · 03-19-2007, 08:56 AM

yeah so far not many people like the spoiler... but my dad brought it home one day, put it on my roof... and left it there. at first i hated it too, but then, it grew on me... i like it, and thats what matters. so HA. lol

Staceydude · 03-19-2007, 09:10 AM

Very nice truck....

Can you please give some details on the front roll pan... is it metal and did you weld it in yourself? Who makes it and how was the fit/finish on it?

I am not hip on the wing or the orange instrument cluster... that is not to critisize either because it is your truck and you have done awesome on it!!!

I have a feeling it would grow on me too!!!

You should be really proud of this ride.

Regards,

boatpuller · 03-19-2007, 02:17 PM

hey man,that's a sweet looking truck..you did what you like.that's what counts.if they all looked the same it be a pretty boring world. nice job.

Srubydo1986 · 03-19-2007, 03:36 PM

I love the stance on the truck along with the color. It you truck and it was your idea for the wing and it cool that you like it.

When i first saw the wing i went wtf then after a bit i wondered doess that create any down force. I know it not over the wheels but it would be cool if it did infact create down force then it would be more of a useable part and not like those honda with the wing higher then the car. (just my 2 cent and my thoughts)

All in all very nice truck

killthewabbit · 03-19-2007, 06:25 PM

Man, I've been waiting for some progress pics, steemin. The front rollpan looks better every time I see it. Still my favorite truck on here.

Hey, what drop do you have?

stepside454 · 03-19-2007, 06:31 PM

yep, nice color, nice stance overall very nice. I dont like the wing at all...but hey, its not my truck..as long as you like it, thats what matters

steemin_ehman · 03-19-2007, 08:16 PM

Shamil, i dont have the code handy, but if it helps, its ppg lamborghini orange. and Staceydude, i have a buildup of the front rollpan at this site:http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2461475/2 me and my dad built it together with some flat steel and rear box corners off of a 90's style chevy. and finally, killthewabbit, thank you again for the compliments!!! it means alot, especially with all the other (which i see as way better) rides on here. i got a 5" drop hangers and shackles in the back, as well as a flip kit/ c-notched frame. in the front right now its just cut coils, but is soon to be drop coils and spindles... hopefully i can get the same stance out of it. ...maybe i'll put in spindles and air. not sure yet. again, thanx for the compliments!

Staceydude · 03-19-2007, 08:39 PM

Hey Steemin,

I read your write up and your work is very impressive. Great job.

I really like the looks of the truck.

Regards

Pyrotechnic · 03-19-2007, 11:55 PM

What are you doing as far as speaker placement, mainly the 6.5's and 6x9's ?

03-16-2007, 07:18 PM	#1
steemin_ehman False Lies Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Esterhazy, SK Posts: 305	77 stepside update hey guys! just wanted to post some progress picks on my stepside. so far, i have all the peices back from the paintshop, and have been putting it slowly back together for the last 2 weekends....with some help of course. anyway, heres some pics! sorry that they're not great ones, but theres still a foot of snow outside! Attached Images __________________ Kyle (Steemin) Ehman -1979 Chevy CCLB, 6.7L Cummins swap - Project "RAMERADO" -2015 Yukon XL Denali (Family ride) -1977 Chevy stepside, carb'ed vortec 350 (SOLD) -Father of three daughters who will also have something cool... Last edited by steemin_ehman; 03-16-2007 at 09:16 PM.

03-16-2007, 07:39 PM	#2
Rc 415 Flat Black, & Chrome! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: San Francisco Posts: 852	Re: 77 stepside update Thats hot, im gettin my 83 in the same lambo orange! __________________ 1983 Chevy C10 Stepside Sold http://s69.photobucket.com/albums/i76/rc_415/

03-16-2007, 10:33 PM	#3
Pyrotechnic Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 3,930	Re: 77 stepside update I like the dash pad. Did you take a stock pad and have it covered or is it aftermarket? EDIT: I see you got some audio cable sittin there. Whats the plans for the sound system ? Also, did you just install the deck over the dash bezel with the DIN sleeve? I more or less had to do that on mine because the previous owner had hacked up dash so bad, and the only way to take off the dash bezel would be to remove the head unit also. Last edited by Pyrotechnic; 03-16-2007 at 10:37 PM.

03-16-2007, 10:45 PM	#4
Srubydo1986 The Crazy Machanic Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Nokesville Va Posts: 1,437	Re: 77 stepside update I dont even what to know how mush of a head ache the front clip was with the bumper fussed in like that. Also Did you get that dash leather covered, I see stiching. Wish my chevelle was at that part of the build. When i get some film ill start a new thread and post some pictures. __________________ 1986 Sliverado longbed 400 small block mean as hell, 700r4 trans (5 speed coming one day) 1970 chevelle 2dr sedan Latest update June 24 2007. *1957 4 door stationwagon - pink all original needing a good restore (body great, floors bad) newest additions 1965 shortbed fleet great granddads. Been told im nuts to bring it back from the dead (still going to happen) plans-all stock with a turbo 292 inline 3 speed column shift. and thats it big block 427 and 5 speed trans and ford 9 inch theyhave no home yet thinking what to put them in and a 79 c60 trash truck um no idea i have one

03-17-2007, 10:17 AM	#5
85_SWB Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 174	Re: 77 stepside update looks awsome i love the painted dash. i dont think ive seen that before how much was it for the dash pad work __________________ 1985 C10 SWB- Project

03-17-2007, 10:40 AM	#6
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	Re: 77 stepside update Progress looks great...keep going and keep posting pics for us to see! Has the green masking tape been helping, have you noticed yourself bumping painted parts together during reassembly..and has the tape done it's job in preventing chips and scratches? __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

03-17-2007, 09:31 PM	#7
bowtiehotrodder SIX BANGER Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: NC Posts: 169	Re: 77 stepside update man i love custom trucks you got a nice truck keep up the pic. __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2597018(NN) 1979 chevy truck swb 454 w turbo400 with buckets 1977 chevy truck swb soon to be 454 1976 chevy dually 454 1969 chevy truck six shooter

03-18-2007, 03:26 AM	#8
st1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Jacksonville, NC Posts: 224	Re: 77 stepside update nice truck keep posting!!!! __________________ stone sends... 78 GMC Stepside (http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=243201) 06 Dodge Charger Daytona R/T 05 Suzuki GSX-R 1000

03-18-2007, 04:57 AM	#9
Hoods69BadBowTie Chevys Kick A$$ Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Zootown, MT Posts: 12,699	Re: 77 stepside update Sweet truck, awesome progress. Keep up the good work and can't wait to see it when its completed. __________________ HOODS is what I answer too -'79, '77, '88 Pickup Sold, '85 Camaro, '83 T/A, '81,'83,'90 K5 Blazer All Sold -'79 3/4 ton "Big Yellow Bananna" Lifted 4spd. 39.5 TSL Swampers, The money Pit -'86 K5 Blazer Silverado 6.2 4" lift 35"s -'95 Ext. Cab Shorty 4" Tuff Country rolling 35" M/T's -'83 Monte Carlo T-Tops. 126,500 Original Miles -LATER I would rather push a Chevy then drive a ford!!

03-19-2007, 01:33 AM	#12
steemin_ehman False Lies Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Esterhazy, SK Posts: 305	Re: 77 stepside update alright, this weekend the goal was to make my truck "look" as finished as possible as to get it into a local indoor car show i need some pictures of the "finished product" so, i got everything aligned, my weels on, i just "set" the box on and some interior panels in.. and vwallla... this it what she will look like..... i like drooling over it. Attached Images __________________ Kyle (Steemin) Ehman -1979 Chevy CCLB, 6.7L Cummins swap - Project "RAMERADO" -2015 Yukon XL Denali (Family ride) -1977 Chevy stepside, carb'ed vortec 350 (SOLD) -Father of three daughters who will also have something cool...

03-19-2007, 01:45 AM	#13
75silverstep KEEP ON TRUCKIN. Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: TULARE,CALIFORNIA Posts: 604	Re: 77 stepside update Very nice truck .The color is nice the truck is very clean looking .Gota say it not liking the wing though sorry.. __________________ 1975 C-10 STEPSIDE (ALMOST DONE AGAIN)90 percent done wheres that other 10 haha .1994 GMC Z71 .

03-19-2007, 01:55 AM	#14
Low84 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Roma,TX Posts: 774	Re: 77 stepside update Very nice truck. x2 on the wing though __________________ 1978 stepside C10 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=468265

03-19-2007, 07:58 AM	#15
moneyeater Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Northern Germany,near Bremen Posts: 684	Re: 77 stepside update Very nice work! I like the bumper with the lights and the clean doors,but also not the wing.But individuality rules,right? Moneyeater

03-19-2007, 08:36 AM	#16
Shamil Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Amman, Jordan Posts: 121	Re: 77 stepside update Very nice work.... i like it do you have the code for the color, can you provide us with it

03-19-2007, 08:56 AM	#17
steemin_ehman False Lies Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Esterhazy, SK Posts: 305	Re: 77 stepside update yeah so far not many people like the spoiler... but my dad brought it home one day, put it on my roof... and left it there. at first i hated it too, but then, it grew on me... i like it, and thats what matters. so HA. lol __________________ Kyle (Steemin) Ehman -1979 Chevy CCLB, 6.7L Cummins swap - Project "RAMERADO" -2015 Yukon XL Denali (Family ride) -1977 Chevy stepside, carb'ed vortec 350 (SOLD) -Father of three daughters who will also have something cool...



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03-19-2007, 09:10 AM	#18
Staceydude Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: DFW Area Texas Posts: 436	Re: 77 stepside update Very nice truck.... Can you please give some details on the front roll pan... is it metal and did you weld it in yourself? Who makes it and how was the fit/finish on it? I am not hip on the wing or the orange instrument cluster... that is not to critisize either because it is your truck and you have done awesome on it!!! I have a feeling it would grow on me too!!! You should be really proud of this ride. Regards, Last edited by Staceydude; 03-19-2007 at 09:16 AM.

03-19-2007, 02:17 PM	#19
boatpuller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sun City West, Az Posts: 3,822	Re: 77 stepside update hey man,that's a sweet looking truck..you did what you like.that's what counts.if they all looked the same it be a pretty boring world. nice job. __________________ " Never look up a dead dogs butt."

03-19-2007, 03:36 PM	#20
Srubydo1986 The Crazy Machanic Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Nokesville Va Posts: 1,437	Re: 77 stepside update I love the stance on the truck along with the color. It you truck and it was your idea for the wing and it cool that you like it. When i first saw the wing i went wtf then after a bit i wondered doess that create any down force. I know it not over the wheels but it would be cool if it did infact create down force then it would be more of a useable part and not like those honda with the wing higher then the car. (just my 2 cent and my thoughts) All in all very nice truck __________________ 1986 Sliverado longbed 400 small block mean as hell, 700r4 trans (5 speed coming one day) 1970 chevelle 2dr sedan Latest update June 24 2007. *1957 4 door stationwagon - pink all original needing a good restore (body great, floors bad) newest additions 1965 shortbed fleet great granddads. Been told im nuts to bring it back from the dead (still going to happen) plans-all stock with a turbo 292 inline 3 speed column shift. and thats it big block 427 and 5 speed trans and ford 9 inch theyhave no home yet thinking what to put them in and a 79 c60 trash truck um no idea i have one

03-19-2007, 06:25 PM	#21
killthewabbit Spear and magic helmet! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 1,226	Re: 77 stepside update Man, I've been waiting for some progress pics, steemin. The front rollpan looks better every time I see it. Still my favorite truck on here. Hey, what drop do you have? __________________ -- Will

03-19-2007, 06:31 PM	#22
stepside454 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: st. louis area Posts: 1,551	Re: 77 stepside update yep, nice color, nice stance overall very nice. I dont like the wing at all...but hey, its not my truck..as long as you like it, thats what matters __________________ 75 GMC C-15 short/step factory 454, lowered

03-19-2007, 08:16 PM	#23
steemin_ehman False Lies Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Esterhazy, SK Posts: 305	Re: 77 stepside update Shamil, i dont have the code handy, but if it helps, its ppg lamborghini orange. and Staceydude, i have a buildup of the front rollpan at this site:http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2461475/2 me and my dad built it together with some flat steel and rear box corners off of a 90's style chevy. and finally, killthewabbit, thank you again for the compliments!!! it means alot, especially with all the other (which i see as way better) rides on here. i got a 5" drop hangers and shackles in the back, as well as a flip kit/ c-notched frame. in the front right now its just cut coils, but is soon to be drop coils and spindles... hopefully i can get the same stance out of it. ...maybe i'll put in spindles and air. not sure yet. again, thanx for the compliments! __________________ Kyle (Steemin) Ehman -1979 Chevy CCLB, 6.7L Cummins swap - Project "RAMERADO" -2015 Yukon XL Denali (Family ride) -1977 Chevy stepside, carb'ed vortec 350 (SOLD) -Father of three daughters who will also have something cool... Last edited by steemin_ehman; 03-19-2007 at 08:36 PM.

03-19-2007, 08:39 PM	#24
Staceydude Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: DFW Area Texas Posts: 436	Re: 77 stepside update Hey Steemin, I read your write up and your work is very impressive. Great job. I really like the looks of the truck. Regards

03-19-2007, 11:55 PM	#25
Pyrotechnic Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 3,930	Re: 77 stepside update What are you doing as far as speaker placement, mainly the 6.5's and 6x9's ?

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