Jesses' 48 PU

[Jesse49chevy]

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Finally got my compressor going and was able to sandblast a few parts. Due to the humidity in Houston i decided to do one piece at a time and paint it.
So iwent from this
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To this
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To walaaaa
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I did a few pieces for the rear end as well. I was running out of sand so i blasted and painted some smaller pieces.
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Blasted and painted some more suspension parts. Should start bolting things back together next week. I bought some Black Diamond media blast, works great, less messy than sand, no dust and if you filter it, it can be reused several times.
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Well after a few weekends of sandblasting and painting, i finally got to bolt on the front suspension. The springs were tricky, but with a little mexiCAN elbow grease, i got them in.
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Its Mothers Day, im banned from the garage!!!!
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[Jesse49chevy]

Hello everyone, its been a while since i work on my truck due to personal issues, but that is behind us now, so I worked on it yesterday. I finally installed the TCI leaf springs, I threw in some 3" lowering blocks and well here it is

[Jesse49chevy]

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[Jesse49chevy]

So now that this is done, I got a little excited and wanted to see it on the ground, so i threw on the wheels and this is what it looks like..... I have to admit it felt like watching a newborn.... I have a long ways to go, but it feels good to see the results after working on the frame for so long...

[Jesse49chevy]

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Next on the list, install the fuel tank, install the Pirate Jack brake booster system and run brake lines...

[dirtybirdindian]

Jesse,

Do you know what kind of ride height your going to have with the TCI kit and 3" blocks? I took a couple of stock springs out of my 53 and put in 3" blocks with 15" rims and am pretty happy with the height but I'm getting ready to install a inline 250 with a 68 camaro rear end am thinking of getting the tci kit.

[kustombrad]

Look at mine and you can see exactly how low it will sit (TCI dropped springs and 3" blocks)... Jesse,the truck is looking great, keep up the good work!

[Jesse49chevy]

Hey DirtyBird, as it sits now. It is at 8 3/4 in the rear and 8 1/2 in the front (running boards). Not exactly sure how much it will drop once I sit the 350/700r drivetrain and with the body weight. Im guessing (hoping that no more than) 1 inch in the rear and 1 1/2 in the front.

[Jesse49chevy]

KUSTOMBRAD!!!
I feel honored by your input... You sir inspired me to take on this challenge and work on my dream. I have to admit and confess that any time im stuck or need a reference I simply go to my saved favorites and open your project....
Hats off to you sir, I know I speak for many of us when I say, thankyou for sharing your project and ideas.... You and KAWBE.....have helped me alot.
Thanks!!

[kustombrad]

Wow! That's pretty cool! I'm digging that you're taking the time to do stuff right and not rushing things! In case you haven't seen it, check out Alex's build for more awesome, low buck ideas! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=446527

[Jesse49chevy]

Hello all, I need some advice, and honest opinions.
A friend of mine owns a small mechanic shop and plays around with hot rods; he saw my LS1 and made me an offer I couldnt refuse. Keep in mind I paid a meesly $500.00 dollars for the engine and trans. He gave me $1500.00 plus a LST engine. It has a mild cam, and runs,no need to overhaul. Here is my dilema. I bought a 454 from my brother in law, he had laying around in his property. I gave him $100.00 for it, obviously. I would want/need to rebuild it and who knows how much money i would spend. So here is where im undecided or need advice. I can go with the LST and be done with it, but if i decide to go with the 454, do i have enough room under the hood for it? Im concerned with header room, steering shaft..... Keep in mind i used a S10 clip....
Has anyone squeezed a 454 into a 48 truck? What are my challenges? Pics? Advice? So many questions and not enough knowledge.......HELP!!!!

[Jesse49chevy]

I installed my Pirate Jack brake booster and master cylinder kit. It also included a automatic combination proportioning valve. One thing it did not include was any sort of instructions, not that i would have read them, but sometimes we need direction. I ran the rear brake line but i stopped because i was too impatient and cross threaded the front brake port on the valve. So i walked away from it before i messed it up more. Its aluminum so it wasnt hard to mess up. Having seconds thoughts about it and considering going with a manual valve instead. Thoughts? Advice?

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Oooh i forgot, took my best buddy to the Monster Truck Show.... Had a blast!!