Finally getting back at it! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

repeeler · 07-03-2011, 06:54 PM

I have not been on much since April 18. I went in for a routine surgery, had complications and almost didn't make it thru. I was in the hospital for a month, then a bunch of physical therapy, I am now almost fully recovered.

So I was able to get started on the engine swap in my 71. Here are a few pics. It is a 383 EFI dynoed at 416 HP and 451 Ft Lb torque. There is also a 700r4 under there. Still got a ways to go but it feels good to finally get started!

**70cst** · 07-03-2011, 07:16 PM

Great news ... Glad to hear your back on track with truck.
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bigguy69 · 07-03-2011, 07:18 PM

Looks good! Congratulations on getting better!
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FRENCHBLUE72 · 07-03-2011, 08:02 PM

Good looking ride congrats and stayin here with us..

C20-67_N_MO · 07-03-2011, 09:44 PM

Hope you have a full recovery!

And your engine looks killer!

Keep us updated on your progress.

repeeler · 10-30-2011, 06:25 PM

Getting closer to being done!

repeeler · 10-30-2011, 06:27 PM

Couple more.

Shyguy · 10-30-2011, 06:55 PM

Good looking progress.

Glad you are feeling better.

VA72C10 · 10-30-2011, 09:11 PM

Looks awesome! Love that pulley setup! Glad you're doing better!

repeeler · 11-07-2011, 08:45 PM

Got it started this week. Now in the process of getting it buttoned up. Cleaning up the wiring and such. Runs really good. Just gotta get the driveshaft in. Had to get it shortened 3 in.

mightymouse · 11-07-2011, 08:54 PM

glad your feeling better. and your truck is looking good . keep on truckin

07-03-2011, 06:54 PM	#1
repeeler Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Saginaw, Texas Posts: 79	Finally getting back at it! I have not been on much since April 18. I went in for a routine surgery, had complications and almost didn't make it thru. I was in the hospital for a month, then a bunch of physical therapy, I am now almost fully recovered. So I was able to get started on the engine swap in my 71. Here are a few pics. It is a 383 EFI dynoed at 416 HP and 451 Ft Lb torque. There is also a 700r4 under there. Still got a ways to go but it feels good to finally get started! Attached Images __________________ Ray 1971 Cheyenne LWB 1965 C-10 Short Fleetside 350/350 2010 Harley Davidson FLHTK

07-03-2011, 07:16 PM	#2
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: Finally getting back at it! Great news ... Glad to hear your back on track with truck. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

07-03-2011, 07:18 PM	#3
bigguy69 dazed and confused Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: marion nc Posts: 1,649	Re: Finally getting back at it! Looks good! Congratulations on getting better! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ members met: redbaron69, billsbowtie,nc67

07-03-2011, 08:02 PM	#4
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Finally getting back at it! Good looking ride congrats and stayin here with us.. __________________ 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..

07-03-2011, 09:44 PM	#5
C20-67_N_MO Champagne Taste on Beer Budget Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: High Ridge, Missouri Posts: 2,190	Re: Finally getting back at it! Hope you have a full recovery! And your engine looks killer! Keep us updated on your progress. __________________ Coming Soon: Project 1970 Country Truck

10-30-2011, 06:25 PM	#6
repeeler Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Saginaw, Texas Posts: 79	Re: Finally getting back at it! Getting closer to being done! Attached Images __________________ Ray 1971 Cheyenne LWB 1965 C-10 Short Fleetside 350/350 2010 Harley Davidson FLHTK

10-30-2011, 06:27 PM	#7
repeeler Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Saginaw, Texas Posts: 79	Re: Finally getting back at it! Couple more. Attached Images __________________ Ray 1971 Cheyenne LWB 1965 C-10 Short Fleetside 350/350 2010 Harley Davidson FLHTK

10-30-2011, 06:55 PM	#8
Shyguy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeast Missouri Posts: 2,436	Re: Finally getting back at it! Good looking progress. Glad you are feeling better. __________________ '67 Chevy C-20 short stepper - build complete, 454/SM-465. '75 C-30 Single Cab DRW-350 small block/NP-435. '77 GMC-6500 Dump Truck, 427 Tall Deck. '92 GMC K-3500 Duallie, 454/4L80E.

10-30-2011, 09:11 PM	#9
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: Finally getting back at it! Looks awesome! Love that pulley setup! Glad you're doing better! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

11-07-2011, 08:45 PM	#10
repeeler Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Saginaw, Texas Posts: 79	Getting everything buttoned up! Got it started this week. Now in the process of getting it buttoned up. Cleaning up the wiring and such. Runs really good. Just gotta get the driveshaft in. Had to get it shortened 3 in. Attached Images __________________ Ray 1971 Cheyenne LWB 1965 C-10 Short Fleetside 350/350 2010 Harley Davidson FLHTK

11-07-2011, 08:54 PM	#11
mightymouse Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Crowley TX Posts: 979	Re: Finally getting back at it! glad your feeling better. and your truck is looking good . keep on truckin



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