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6DoF · 06-13-2022, 03:21 PM

turndowns like to drone under the bed, you'll probably want something that at least exits out the side.

docrock · 06-13-2022, 07:23 PM

Just read through your thread. Great work. I had no idea you could cut down an 8 lug rear axle and order shorter axles. Mind blown. I also didnt know the 8 lug hubs would work on the original axle. Keep up the good work and pics

Nima · 06-13-2022, 11:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 6DoF

turndowns like to drone under the bed, you'll probably want something that at least exits out the side.

I'll keep that in mind. Thanks for the tip.

Quote:

Originally Posted by docrock

Just read through your thread. Great work. I had no idea you could cut down an 8 lug rear axle and order shorter axles. Mind blown. I also didnt know the 8 lug hubs would work on the original axle. Keep up the good work and pics

Thank you.

Nima · 06-13-2022, 11:35 PM

So, trying to finish up the wiring. A lot of cutting, shortening and lengthening. To change the process, I started insulating the cab (until I ran out of material!) and installed the gauges to get a feel where I want to place the gauges digital box.

Nima · 06-15-2022, 10:33 AM

Moving along.
Modified the original battery tray to accept new and bigger 12 volt battery. I'll keep the battery in stock location. I also lengthened the stock (5.3 engine) battery cable to reach where I want it in engine bay and have a brach for the starter.

Nima · 06-17-2022, 09:57 PM

Trying to finish up the wiring. First, the electric PS wiring. I separated the controller box early on since it wouldn't fit around the column while attached to the the main steering column. I elongated the wires and I made a bracket for the contrroller and from there it was splicing and making the connections. I also used an ebay module controller which I am very happy with the instruction and the qualilty of the parts. It came with a knob which suppose to control the stiffness/feedback of the steering. We shall see. Here are a lot of pictures:

Nima · 06-17-2022, 10:04 PM

More pictures.
I used a junkyard O2 sensor connector to connect the wires from the conroller box to the main steering wires when I elongated them, just in case if I need to change one of them in the future then I don't have to cut the wires any more, it is just unplug and plug back.
In the finish phase, you see the controller knob above the ignition switch. Also, th ebay controller kit came with this 50 amp fuse since the power line to the electric sterring are very heavy, I believe they are 8 or 10 gauge.

Nima · 06-17-2022, 10:08 PM

Next step, I made a mounting bracket for DD instrument cluster controller. The bracket is from some scrap metal sitting around and that is why it is not a perfect shape! It went above the PS controller. I plan to make some sort of console for that area in the future which will cover all these boxes:
I don't know why the orientation of my pictures changes?!

Nima · 06-17-2022, 10:14 PM

Finally for today, I brought the postive and NEG battery cables to engine bay. I modified the 5.3 stock positive post to incorporated with me engine wriirng fuse box. Also, I made a NEG post on the passenger side just in case if I want to use trickle charger and/or if I need to jump the starter in case of dead battery, then I don't have to go to inside the cab. I hope that works!

Nima · 07-04-2022, 10:15 PM

1953 GMC has been resurrected after few decades, at least!
It starts, drives (forward and backward!) and it stops

I can turn the fat and tall front wheels with two fingers with the help of electric PS

Happy 4th!
For the forst time, it moved out of the shop under its own power!

dsraven · 07-04-2022, 10:31 PM

Gotta love it. Sitting there on that custom bucket seat, open wheel concept, wind rustling your hair, dreaming of carving some canyon road on a pitch black night with some super bright beams and your favorite song blasting. That's hotrodding.
Then the wife calls you for supper, breaks you outta your fantasy and you nearly fall on your face when you try to open the door that's not there yet. Haha.
Keep up the hard work, you'll be on the road soon.
You know, we always put the glass in last because there is less cleaning of spit off the inside of the glass that way. Lol.

Nima · 07-05-2022, 01:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dsraven

Gotta love it. Sitting there on that custom bucket seat, open wheel concept, wind rustling your hair, dreaming of carving some canyon road on a pitch black night with some super bright beams and your favorite song blasting. That's hotrodding.
Then the wife calls you for supper, breaks you outta your fantasy and you nearly fall on your face when you try to open the door that's not there yet. Haha.
.

Are you a psychic? It almost happened that way except for the part that the wife called me for supper! She called me in to make the BBQ for the 4th of July celeberation since it was getting late!

Father&son56project · 07-05-2022, 07:32 AM

It's nice to see that your DIY power steering is a success. This build has been a blast to watch!

Jason 56 · 07-07-2022, 07:27 AM

Congrats on the milestone! I remember how gratifying it was to finally pull mine out or the garage under it’s own power. Glad to hear the power steering works well. Keep up the good work.

Nima · 07-07-2022, 10:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Father&son56project

It's nice to see that your DIY power steering is a success. This build has been a blast to watch!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason 56

Congrats on the milestone! I remember how gratifying it was to finally pull mine out or the garage under it’s own power. Glad to hear the power steering works well. Keep up the good work.

Thank you guys.
It is gratifying. Besided, I didn't want to put countless hours to assmeble everything and then I find issues with the main powertrain and systems. It is easier to work on internals while not having all the panels and interior in place, specially for somebody like me who is really learning as he goes.
I can't believe how the PS moving these big tires around so soomthly and easily. I have not even got a chance to play with adjustment knob yet since I have not really driven it for long, but I am happy it is working. Cheers

6DoF · 07-07-2022, 10:14 AM

motivation ... CHECK!

Nima · 05-21-2024, 01:00 AM

I cannot believe that my previous post was dated on 7-7-22!!!
Time flies.
I ended up going back to work full time. Although I did not abandon the project (May I should say the projects as you see int eh picture

), but I didn't have much time to post the progress step by step I kind of missing my free time

Today was a nice day a rare day for some personal time to take a family picture:

Nima · 05-21-2024, 01:01 AM

And this is the 53 truck as it was today:

Nima · 05-21-2024, 01:04 AM

Working on the interior and the doors, Th seat are from 2001 Suburban which will get a new cover. The windshield is in and I am working on the wiring here and there. The carpet is cheap Lowes outdoor carpet for now. I got a new 15" steering wheel to get more leg room. The truck is running under its own power, and I cannot say enough how well the electric PS is working

06-13-2022, 03:21 PM	#126
6DoF Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: somewhere, PA Posts: 1,088	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project turndowns like to drone under the bed, you'll probably want something that at least exits out the side.

06-13-2022, 07:23 PM	#127
docrock Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Encinitas, CA Posts: 508	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project Just read through your thread. Great work. I had no idea you could cut down an 8 lug rear axle and order shorter axles. Mind blown. I also didnt know the 8 lug hubs would work on the original axle. Keep up the good work and pics __________________ 1954 GMC on 93 Silverado chassis http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=408344 1942 Chevy 1/2 ton Pickup http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=429494 R.I.P. TOM SEFFRON 68 FOUR DOOR http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=495438 1942 Chevy that ate my brain 70 Chassis https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=835250

06-13-2022, 11:35 PM	#129
Nima Blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,179	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project So, trying to finish up the wiring. A lot of cutting, shortening and lengthening. To change the process, I started insulating the cab (until I ran out of material!) and installed the gauges to get a feel where I want to place the gauges digital box. Attached Images __________________ 1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner

06-15-2022, 10:33 AM	#130
Nima Blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,179	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project Moving along. Modified the original battery tray to accept new and bigger 12 volt battery. I'll keep the battery in stock location. I also lengthened the stock (5.3 engine) battery cable to reach where I want it in engine bay and have a brach for the starter. Attached Images __________________ 1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner

06-17-2022, 09:57 PM	#131
Nima Blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,179	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project Trying to finish up the wiring. First, the electric PS wiring. I separated the controller box early on since it wouldn't fit around the column while attached to the the main steering column. I elongated the wires and I made a bracket for the contrroller and from there it was splicing and making the connections. I also used an ebay module controller which I am very happy with the instruction and the qualilty of the parts. It came with a knob which suppose to control the stiffness/feedback of the steering. We shall see. Here are a lot of pictures: Attached Images __________________ 1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner

06-17-2022, 10:04 PM	#132
Nima Blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,179	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project More pictures. I used a junkyard O2 sensor connector to connect the wires from the conroller box to the main steering wires when I elongated them, just in case if I need to change one of them in the future then I don't have to cut the wires any more, it is just unplug and plug back. In the finish phase, you see the controller knob above the ignition switch. Also, th ebay controller kit came with this 50 amp fuse since the power line to the electric sterring are very heavy, I believe they are 8 or 10 gauge. Attached Images __________________ 1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner Last edited by Rickysnickers; 06-18-2022 at 10:02 AM.

06-17-2022, 10:08 PM	#133
Nima Blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,179	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project Next step, I made a mounting bracket for DD instrument cluster controller. The bracket is from some scrap metal sitting around and that is why it is not a perfect shape! It went above the PS controller. I plan to make some sort of console for that area in the future which will cover all these boxes: I don't know why the orientation of my pictures changes?! Attached Images __________________ 1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner Last edited by Rickysnickers; 06-18-2022 at 10:03 AM.

06-17-2022, 10:14 PM	#134
Nima Blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,179	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project Finally for today, I brought the postive and NEG battery cables to engine bay. I modified the 5.3 stock positive post to incorporated with me engine wriirng fuse box. Also, I made a NEG post on the passenger side just in case if I want to use trickle charger and/or if I need to jump the starter in case of dead battery, then I don't have to go to inside the cab. I hope that works! Attached Images __________________ 1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner Last edited by Rickysnickers; 06-18-2022 at 10:03 AM.

07-04-2022, 10:15 PM	#135
Nima Blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,179	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project 1953 GMC has been resurrected after few decades, at least! It starts, drives (forward and backward!) and it stops I can turn the fat and tall front wheels with two fingers with the help of electric PS Happy 4th! For the forst time, it moved out of the shop under its own power! Attached Images __________________ 1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner

07-04-2022, 10:31 PM	#136
dsraven Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: calgary alberta Posts: 8,204	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project Gotta love it. Sitting there on that custom bucket seat, open wheel concept, wind rustling your hair, dreaming of carving some canyon road on a pitch black night with some super bright beams and your favorite song blasting. That's hotrodding. Then the wife calls you for supper, breaks you outta your fantasy and you nearly fall on your face when you try to open the door that's not there yet. Haha. Keep up the hard work, you'll be on the road soon. You know, we always put the glass in last because there is less cleaning of spit off the inside of the glass that way. Lol.

07-05-2022, 07:32 AM	#138
Father&son56project Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Grey County Ontario Posts: 207	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project It's nice to see that your DIY power steering is a success. This build has been a blast to watch!

07-07-2022, 07:27 AM	#139
Jason 56 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Ishpeming, mi Posts: 625	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project Congrats on the milestone! I remember how gratifying it was to finally pull mine out or the garage under it’s own power. Glad to hear the power steering works well. Keep up the good work. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=780018 Jason’s 56 build

07-07-2022, 10:14 AM	#141
6DoF Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: somewhere, PA Posts: 1,088	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project motivation ... CHECK!

05-21-2024, 01:00 AM	#142
Nima Blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,179	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project I cannot believe that my previous post was dated on 7-7-22!!! Time flies. I ended up going back to work full time. Although I did not abandon the project (May I should say the projects as you see int eh picture ), but I didn't have much time to post the progress step by step I kind of missing my free time Today was a nice day a rare day for some personal time to take a family picture: Attached Images __________________ 1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner

05-21-2024, 01:01 AM	#143
Nima Blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,179	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project And this is the 53 truck as it was today: Attached Images __________________ 1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner



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05-21-2024, 01:04 AM	#144
Nima Blue 67 Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Western WA Posts: 1,179	Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project Working on the interior and the doors, Th seat are from 2001 Suburban which will get a new cover. The windshield is in and I am working on the wiring here and there. The carpet is cheap Lowes outdoor carpet for now. I got a new 15" steering wheel to get more leg room. The truck is running under its own power, and I cannot say enough how well the electric PS is working Attached Images __________________ 1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner

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