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PrimeredThunder · 10-11-2006, 03:06 PM

Ok so some of you might remeber me, but I began my membership here on the forums all the way back in 2002. Back then I had a Red 72' Chevy SWB that was bagged. Then came college, so the 72' had to go in Winter 05'. Since I was moving out of state, the classic truck bug had to take a seat on the back burner for a while. Fast-forward to today and you've got me back in the scene after i graduated with my Associates Degree in Diesel Technology, except this time with a new Ride and a Real Job LOL!

Heres the scoop on the next truck and plans;
-72' Suburban 1/2 ton 2wd
-All Stock, right now with a little ISUZU DIESEL (thats right! LOL) and a 4 spd trans.
-Extremely straight and little to no rust!

The Plan;
-Remove Eng/Trans.(Dad's using them in his 66' SWB Project) and swap in a nice little SBC Chevy and Auto Trans.
-Suspension will be of the fully bagged-type and wheels will consist of some 18" rolling stock.
-Cosmetics will stay mostly the same, except for a few spots to be cleaned up such as removal of those big ugly mirrors and factory Cab marker lights etc.

Right now the plan is to build a nice little cruiser thats close to stock body-wise but will hover just inches off the ground on some nice big shiny rollers

Anyways, heres some pics-the red truck was my old Bagged' 72' SWB (R.I.P.)
and the second is the new project!

Thanks for lookin and happy truckin'!

Kenny

**BOSS** · 10-11-2006, 03:32 PM

I do remember you and that sweet ride,cant wait to see what you do the the burb,and welcome back

71SWBChevy · 10-11-2006, 03:34 PM

back man, wasn't here when you left but glad to see you back just the same!

krue · 10-11-2006, 04:07 PM

Welcome back, I'd like to see pics of the 'suzu engine in that thing.

jsbgump · 10-11-2006, 05:15 PM

Welcome back

***Liz*** · 10-11-2006, 07:53 PM

wb PT been a while

LUV2XCLR8 · 10-11-2006, 09:11 PM

BACK

***Josh*** · 10-11-2006, 09:40 PM

Woah, your alive! Welcome back pt

PrimeredThunder · 10-11-2006, 11:18 PM

Yeah I made it back...i'll get some new pictures soon, the digital camera was dying when i took that picture. Thanks for the warm welcome guys!

Kenny

shaneschevys · 10-12-2006, 01:37 AM

Welcome back.

**Canadian694x4** · 10-12-2006, 01:53 AM

Welcome Back! Ditto On The Pics When You Get The Camera Charged Up Again. Sweet Burb

86swb · 10-12-2006, 10:17 AM

Welcome back to the truck board. Some nice trucks you have there.

PrimeredThunder · 10-12-2006, 07:24 PM

Heres the engine and some brief specs;

1984 Isuzu 235 cu.in. 4cyl Diesel Engine. Has a Bosch in-line mehanical Fuel pump, 17.5-1 compression and makes a huge 87 BHP and 166 ft-lbs of Torque! Not to mention it weighs 693 lbs! anyways, heres some pics...and if you want to know it sounds and rattles just like a little Kubota Tractor!

Heres the pics, sorry for the blurryness...

**Ron 586** · 10-12-2006, 09:45 PM

Welcome back. I also wasn't here when you left but man do you know how to make an entrance. I have never seen anything like this. I won't tell anybody cause they wouldn't believe me anyhow.

phantom dually · 10-12-2006, 10:28 PM

Welcome!!

**N2TRUX** · 10-13-2006, 12:06 AM

Welcome back!
I think your going the wrong direction with the Burb. Since you aquired your degree in Diesel Technology it seems only logical to have a hot rod with a diesel in it. Maybe not "that" diesel, but something you could build and put some of your newly aquired knowledge to use on.

Brad · 10-13-2006, 12:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Welcome back!
I think your going the wrong direction with the Burb. Since you aquired your degree in Diesel Technology it seems only logical to have a hot rod with a diesel in it. Maybe not "that" diesel, but something you could build and put some of your newly aquired knowledge to use on.

That's what I was thinking too when I first read this!

Welcome back Kenny!

I left for awhile too, but last November cut my frame and made a SWB!!! Now it's my little circus wagon.

PrimeredThunder · 10-13-2006, 01:22 PM

Yeah, i know a hotrod diesel would be fun, and don't doubt that I've already pondered a 5.9 Cummins 12-Valve. The only problem is weight and cost. I would be looking at 3-5k for a good donor truck... Besides, Dad is using the Isuzu engine in his project and we plan on throwing a little turbo on it with an intercooler...shoul be a fun little project. Thanks for the comments guys!

phlegm · 10-13-2006, 03:01 PM

Wb!

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 10-15-2006, 09:17 AM

Welcome back from southern oregon..

10-11-2006, 03:06 PM	#1
PrimeredThunder Back from the Dead Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 522	I found my way back... Ok so some of you might remeber me, but I began my membership here on the forums all the way back in 2002. Back then I had a Red 72' Chevy SWB that was bagged. Then came college, so the 72' had to go in Winter 05'. Since I was moving out of state, the classic truck bug had to take a seat on the back burner for a while. Fast-forward to today and you've got me back in the scene after i graduated with my Associates Degree in Diesel Technology, except this time with a new Ride and a Real Job LOL! Heres the scoop on the next truck and plans; -72' Suburban 1/2 ton 2wd -All Stock, right now with a little ISUZU DIESEL (thats right! LOL) and a 4 spd trans. -Extremely straight and little to no rust! The Plan; -Remove Eng/Trans.(Dad's using them in his 66' SWB Project) and swap in a nice little SBC Chevy and Auto Trans. -Suspension will be of the fully bagged-type and wheels will consist of some 18" rolling stock. -Cosmetics will stay mostly the same, except for a few spots to be cleaned up such as removal of those big ugly mirrors and factory Cab marker lights etc. Right now the plan is to build a nice little cruiser thats close to stock body-wise but will hover just inches off the ground on some nice big shiny rollers Anyways, heres some pics-the red truck was my old Bagged' 72' SWB (R.I.P.) and the second is the new project! Thanks for lookin and happy truckin'! Kenny Attached Images __________________ The only Carb that matters to me is the one under my hood! Salem, Oregon

10-11-2006, 03:32 PM	#2
BOSS Just here to help Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Norwood,Mo Posts: 3,893	Re: I found my way back... I do remember you and that sweet ride,cant wait to see what you do the the burb,and welcome back __________________ Support our site Norwood Survivor

10-11-2006, 03:34 PM	#3
71SWBChevy Post Whore Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Owensboro KY Posts: 11,905	Re: I found my way back... back man, wasn't here when you left but glad to see you back just the same! __________________ Drew '71 Chevy 350/TH350 Hugger Orange Currently just a rolling frame, body work soon to follow!!! Check out my Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=212927 Daily Driver: 1997 Chevrolet S-10 with more gears than pistons

10-11-2006, 04:07 PM	#4
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: I found my way back... Welcome back, I'd like to see pics of the 'suzu engine in that thing. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

10-11-2006, 05:15 PM	#5
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: I found my way back... Welcome back __________________ 68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop Frame of resto has been started 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616

10-11-2006, 07:53 PM	#6
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,733	Re: I found my way back... wb PT been a while

10-11-2006, 09:11 PM	#7
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,470	Re: I found my way back... BACK __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Big Piggy: "Goliath" 07 Kodiak C4500 Lil Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

10-11-2006, 09:40 PM	#8
*Josh* He's got mean nasty FANGS! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 6,508	Re: I found my way back... Woah, your alive! Welcome back pt __________________ 2004 K2500 Burb 1999 C3500 1985 Cutlass Supreme 1969 C-10 1967 C-10 Panel josh@67-72chevytrucks.com

10-11-2006, 11:18 PM	#9
PrimeredThunder Back from the Dead Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 522	Re: I found my way back... Yeah I made it back...i'll get some new pictures soon, the digital camera was dying when i took that picture. Thanks for the warm welcome guys! Kenny __________________ The only Carb that matters to me is the one under my hood! Salem, Oregon

10-12-2006, 01:37 AM	#10
shaneschevys Its always something! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: FT Worth,TX Posts: 4,992	Re: I found my way back... Welcome back. __________________ 79 p10 stepvan 72 Short Fleetside 72 Suburban 67 GMC One Ton Flatbed 64 Short Fleetside 57 Chevy 2DR Hard Top 57 Chevy 2dr wagon 65 f* short fleet 63 C 60 Flatbed Member of the patina club**

10-12-2006, 01:53 AM	#11
Canadian694x4 Born To Lose Club Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Calgary, Alberta/Oxenden, Ontario, Great White North Posts: 13,306	Re: I found my way back... Welcome Back! Ditto On The Pics When You Get The Camera Charged Up Again. Sweet Burb __________________ Brian Smith - "Born To Lose" 1969 Chevrolet K10 LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 20 Yrs - 1 of 208 Built & Sold In Canada! - 283 V8/350TH/NP208, 2" All Spring Lift, 32" Good Year MT/R's. 1972 GMC K2500 Custom LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 2 Yrs - 1 of 571 Built & Sold In Canada! - 350 V8/SM465/NP205, 4” Rough Country Lift, 33” Interco TSL Thornbirds 2007.5 GMC Sierra SLE 2500HD 4x4 - Proud Owner For 15 Yrs - 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel/Allison 1000, 2" Lift, 33" Mickey Thompson MTZ's. 2008 Yamaha Raptor 700r - Proud Owner For 13 Yrs - ITP Mud Lites. 2015 John Deere 1025R - Proud Owner For 6 Yrs - 24HP Diesel/H120/54D/260B/SB1154.

10-12-2006, 10:17 AM	#12
86swb Born a Chevy Man Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Navarre, Florida Posts: 10,221	Re: I found my way back... Welcome back to the truck board. Some nice trucks you have there. __________________ John or 86 (Viet Nam combat Vet-BIG RED ONE) '65-'66 1986 Chevy SWB Silverado 1984 Chevy Longbed Silverado New Kia Sportage (Wife's car and she loves it) CHEVY, American made w/pride! If you can read this, YOU NEED TO THANK A TEACHER! If you can read this in ENGLISH, PLEASE THANK A SOLDIER! GOD BLESS AMERICA AND BLESS OUR FIGHTING TROOPS

10-12-2006, 07:24 PM	#13
PrimeredThunder Back from the Dead Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 522	Re: I found my way back... Heres the engine and some brief specs; 1984 Isuzu 235 cu.in. 4cyl Diesel Engine. Has a Bosch in-line mehanical Fuel pump, 17.5-1 compression and makes a huge 87 BHP and 166 ft-lbs of Torque! Not to mention it weighs 693 lbs! anyways, heres some pics...and if you want to know it sounds and rattles just like a little Kubota Tractor! Heres the pics, sorry for the blurryness... Attached Images __________________ The only Carb that matters to me is the one under my hood! Salem, Oregon

10-12-2006, 09:45 PM	#14
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,166	Re: I found my way back... Welcome back. I also wasn't here when you left but man do you know how to make an entrance. I have never seen anything like this. I won't tell anybody cause they wouldn't believe me anyhow. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

10-12-2006, 10:28 PM	#15
phantom dually Project92 SWB stepside Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 4,793	Re: I found my way back... Welcome!! __________________ 92 C1500 stepside 496 Stroker Competiton Engineering Ladder bars/QA1 coilovers. Dana 60 rear with 4.10 gear and posi. Bonspeed Palisade 20x12 in rear w/335/30/20 and 20x8.5 front w/245/40/20. 5/8 drop with Belltech springs/DJM spindles/drop shocks. WWS Progress thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=140448



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10-13-2006, 12:06 AM	#16
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: I found my way back... Welcome back! I think your going the wrong direction with the Burb. Since you aquired your degree in Diesel Technology it seems only logical to have a hot rod with a diesel in it. Maybe not "that" diesel, but something you could build and put some of your newly aquired knowledge to use on. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

10-13-2006, 01:22 PM	#18
PrimeredThunder Back from the Dead Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Salem, Oregon Posts: 522	Re: I found my way back... Yeah, i know a hotrod diesel would be fun, and don't doubt that I've already pondered a 5.9 Cummins 12-Valve. The only problem is weight and cost. I would be looking at 3-5k for a good donor truck... Besides, Dad is using the Isuzu engine in his project and we plan on throwing a little turbo on it with an intercooler...shoul be a fun little project. Thanks for the comments guys! __________________ The only Carb that matters to me is the one under my hood! Salem, Oregon

10-13-2006, 03:01 PM	#19
phlegm Still Green but learning Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Central NC Posts: 1,895	Re: I found my way back... Wb! __________________ -- Cory 71 Cheyenne 10 - SWB, 350, "3 on the tree" AC cab 07 Suburban LTZ 4x4 2010 Acura TL 98 Mastercraft "FrankenStar" 225 27253 UPS/USPS IIOY....nope never was

10-15-2006, 09:17 AM	#20
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,590	Re: I found my way back... Welcome back from southern oregon.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

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