"The Relapse" 78 Chevy Stepside

[Low84]

You know, those times are long gone even down here. But I'm a lowrider at heart and I grew up when the Choo Choo scene was at it's peak. I don't plan on keeping the rims but I did have something like this in mind to give it a throwback look somewhat.



Problem is, the real life Centerlines don't look like that in the bigger sizes.

[Jonboy]

Originally Posted by Low84

You know, those times are long gone even down here. But I'm a lowrider at heart and I grew up when the Choo Choo scene was at it's peak. I don't plan on keeping the rims but I did have something like this in mind to give it a throwback look somewhat.



Problem is, the real life Centerlines don't look like that in the bigger sizes.

Is that a photoshop? If not they look good. I would run a little more sidewall, but that's just me. If you are looking for a real old school feel, slots are the way to go.

[Low84]

Originally Posted by Jonboy

Is that a photoshop? If not they look good. I would run a little more sidewall, but that's just me. If you are looking for a real old school feel, slots are the way to go.

This is a photoshop unfortunately. The real rims in larger diameter don't stay proportionate to the 15" rim, which is a shame really.

I've been seeing slots in larger diameters now, that could be an option down the road.

[Low84]

Well been getting some crazy thoughts, and need to work on this before I end up getting rid of everything.

Any ideas as far as headers and what to run for the fuel system fellas?

[Low84]

Well my brother helped me get the front clip off the truck. Still need to figure out what I'm going to do for the fuel system. Also need to look into the process of switching out the electric throttle body to the previous throttle cable style. SO much easier to work on the truck now, I'm excited and the truck has not fought me at all except for one bolt that will not budge.

[notyo_cheez]

There'll always be one that won't move. All I have left on the frame is the train and the bed, there was one bolt on the passenger's side core support to the fender that I wound up grinding off.

Your progress is about the same speed as mine. I haven't even started on the motor yet.

[Low84]

Yeah, this one was the passenger side bumper bracket -to- frame bolt. You can see that sucker still stuck on there in the pic

I'm getting close to vacations from work. Hopefully it'll go a little faster this Summer.