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Gene · 03-09-2013, 11:57 AM

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

I wouldn't live with it, that looks terrible. You have a beautiful truck and it should be done right. Do you have a short water pump? (Can't tell in pics). Tell VA you want the mount that uses the front of the head and manifold bolt to mount (check out my VA link in my sig for pics os mine.)
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I'm fine with it the way it is.

Gene · 04-12-2013, 04:11 PM

Not alot new to speak of, I finally had my vintage air system charged. Truck is running pretty hot now because I still have a 2wd shroud. I did modify the vintage air compressor mounting bracket, I moved the compressor over to the next set of holes and then made a new adjustment bracket, I think it looks much better in this location. I think i'm going to shorten the allthread to clean it up somewhat.

Crash_OK · 04-14-2013, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Gene

Not alot new to speak of, I finally had my vintage air system charged. Truck is running pretty hot now because I still have a 2wd shroud. I did modify the vintage air compressor mounting bracket, I moved the compressor over to the next set of holes and then made a new adjustment bracket, I think it looks much better in this location. I think i'm going to shorten the allthread to clean it up somewhat.

Look great Gene.. What did it cost to get the AC charged?

Gene · 04-15-2013, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Crash_OK

Look great Gene.. What did it cost to get the AC charged?

Not a thing, had our hvac guy here at work who is a 67-72 freak did it for free I bought the freon.
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Crash_OK · 04-15-2013, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Gene

Not a thing, had our hvac guy here at work who is a 67-72 freak did it for free I bought the freon.
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Great deal... Thanks...

Gene · 05-15-2013, 06:42 PM

Well, the first attemp at chargind didnt work out so well. Before he charged it he noticed I had the drier installed backwards(Vintage Air does not provide very detailed instructions for this part). We turned it around without replacing the o-rings. So, it did hold vacuum for an hour but on the drive home it lost all of the freon. I replaced all 4 that I backed off and am going to have him inject dye this time to make sure theres no other leaks. It blew cold for a little while

FlammedC10 · 06-29-2013, 01:07 PM

I was looking through your build and love your seat cover (and truck!!). I am looking to have a tourquise one made for my 67 swb custom cab. I was just wondering if you had any info on where your upholstery guy got the fabric for the inner panesl. I have looked into nos fabric that is pretty pricey. Just curious if this is what you went with?? Thank You!!

Gene · 07-22-2013, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by FlammedC10

I was looking through your build and love your seat cover (and truck!!). I am looking to have a tourquise one made for my 67 swb custom cab. I was just wondering if you had any info on where your upholstery guy got the fabric for the inner panesl. I have looked into nos fabric that is pretty pricey. Just curious if this is what you went with?? Thank You!!

Kennystrucks.com is where I got all of my interior. He gets the covers pre assembled.
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Bawood85 · 11-20-2015, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Gene

Few more pics after I got it on the ground, I wasnt sure i'd like the BFG's as much as the Goodyear MTR but they sure have grown on me.

What size tires? 15x8 wheels?
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72LSK10 · 11-20-2015, 12:14 PM

Very nice build, good work and attention to detail. I know the struggles of having to put your truck together by yourself. It sucks at times.

**c3vette4spd** · 02-02-2016, 01:29 PM

Should've sent it to Barrett Jackson last week...
http://www.barrett-jackson.com/Archi...NNE-4X4-189358

Matt Man · 02-02-2016, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by c3vette4spd

Should've sent it to Barrett Jackson last week...
http://www.barrett-jackson.com/Archi...NNE-4X4-189358

86k for a non factory 4x4 shortbed? wow

**c3vette4spd** · 02-02-2016, 02:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Matt Man

86k for a non factory 4x4 shortbed? wow

Ya know, I had the same reaction as I watched it sell. Same guy was selling a 4x4 blazer that was the same color. It brought 75,900. I was watching these closely. There were no other 67-72 4x4's that got close to this price. 39k "I think" was the next highest price on a 72 SWB 4x4 and it was black and white. I guess it was this guy's lucky day.
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Gene · 11-29-2016, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by c3vette4spd

Should've sent it to Barrett Jackson last week...
http://www.barrett-jackson.com/Archi...NNE-4X4-189358

I was happy, he was happy. Definition of a good deal for everyone. I do wonder who and where my truck ended up though? Ive been keeping an eye on craigslist and Ebay with no results.

04-12-2013, 04:11 PM	#177
Gene Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Muskogee, Oklahoma Posts: 2,914	Re: Gene's shorty 4x4 conversion Not alot new to speak of, I finally had my vintage air system charged. Truck is running pretty hot now because I still have a 2wd shroud. I did modify the vintage air compressor mounting bracket, I moved the compressor over to the next set of holes and then made a new adjustment bracket, I think it looks much better in this location. I think i'm going to shorten the allthread to clean it up somewhat. Attached Images __________________ 1971 SWB 4X4 Build BOARD MEMBER #5448 BOOMER SOONER!!!!

05-15-2013, 06:42 PM	#181
Gene Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Muskogee, Oklahoma Posts: 2,914	Re: Gene's shorty 4x4 conversion Well, the first attemp at chargind didnt work out so well. Before he charged it he noticed I had the drier installed backwards(Vintage Air does not provide very detailed instructions for this part). We turned it around without replacing the o-rings. So, it did hold vacuum for an hour but on the drive home it lost all of the freon. I replaced all 4 that I backed off and am going to have him inject dye this time to make sure theres no other leaks. It blew cold for a little while __________________ 1971 SWB 4X4 Build BOARD MEMBER #5448 BOOMER SOONER!!!!

06-29-2013, 01:07 PM	#182
FlammedC10 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Clarksville, TN Posts: 21	Re: Gene's shorty 4x4 conversion I was looking through your build and love your seat cover (and truck!!). I am looking to have a tourquise one made for my 67 swb custom cab. I was just wondering if you had any info on where your upholstery guy got the fabric for the inner panesl. I have looked into nos fabric that is pretty pricey. Just curious if this is what you went with?? Thank You!!

11-20-2015, 12:14 PM	#185
72LSK10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Long Beach, CA Posts: 127	Re: Gene's shorty 4x4 conversion Very nice build, good work and attention to detail. I know the struggles of having to put your truck together by yourself. It sucks at times.

02-02-2016, 01:29 PM	#186
c3vette4spd Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Lerna Illinois Posts: 64	Re: Gene's shorty 4x4 conversion Should've sent it to Barrett Jackson last week... http://www.barrett-jackson.com/Archi...NNE-4X4-189358 __________________ JASON 1972 Cheyenne SWB (402/400, tilt) 1972 GMC Sierra LWB (402/400, tach, tilt)



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