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Old 04-05-2013, 10:41 PM   #1
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

You just might be needing those.
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Old 04-07-2013, 02:19 AM   #2
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

Vic and I have been planning something very special for the interior of the truck.
I will give you all a little hint, it has something to do with the climate control area of the dash, as for the reveal it will be a few weeks so you will have to wait and see.
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Old 04-07-2013, 09:53 AM   #3
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Old 04-07-2013, 09:12 PM   #4
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

Hey, Soon I will be needing some kind of seam sealer. I need to seal the cab roof to the sides. What do I need to get and where is it avabily at? You know by telling us your climate control project is like temping a child with candy. But just like children we will have to wait and see.
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Old 04-07-2013, 11:33 PM   #5
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

**looks good!
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Old 04-08-2013, 05:56 AM   #7
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Thanks I appreciate it, I've got a ways to go yet but it's getting there.
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Old 04-08-2013, 07:24 PM   #8
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Great speaking with you today. Hope your build is nice and sweet.
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Old 04-09-2013, 06:03 PM   #9
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

Hey all;
I ordered a NOS GM Ignition Bezel and service tool today.

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Old 04-10-2013, 06:25 PM   #10
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

Hey all;
I went to the salvage yard and got the gas pedal and TAC wiring I needed today, new that stuff would have costed me nearly $200 and I picked it up for $43 I thought that was a pretty good deal.

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Old 04-11-2013, 01:53 PM   #11
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

Hey all;
The Dakota Digital Climate Control and Cruise Control was delivered today.
Also the BMW USB power adapter was delivered.







Flip out handle for easy removal.
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Old 04-11-2013, 02:43 PM   #12
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

Will the USB power adapter fit in the existing cigarette lighter hole? Or does it plug into it?
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Old 04-11-2013, 04:17 PM   #13
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Will the USB power adapter fit in the existing cigarette lighter hole? Or does it plug into it?
The BMW USB Power adapter will plug into any standard 12v receptacle.
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Old 04-13-2013, 04:28 PM   #14
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

Hey all;
I installed my Boyd Welding EFI Gas Tank today.
I still need to run my fuel lines.

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Old 04-15-2013, 02:20 AM   #15
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

Hey all;
I ordered O2 Sensors and stainless steel weld in O2 sensor bungs today.
Rockauto.com has killer prices on O2 sensors.
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Old 04-15-2013, 09:37 AM   #16
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

nice parts, dig that tank !
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Old 04-15-2013, 12:52 PM   #17
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nice parts, dig that tank !
Thanks, I have tried to order quality parts.
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Old 04-15-2013, 01:59 PM   #18
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get good stuff the first time saves you from going back and redoing it !
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

Hey all;
I am buying a stock GM Radiator and electric fan out of a 2006 silverado 5.3L for my truck today.
I am also buying a MAF sensor and LH battery tray.
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

Hey all;
I would like to send out a special thanks to ls1nova71 for explaining the fuel system for the 2003 vortec swap for me, a million thanks you rock man!
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Old 04-16-2013, 11:44 AM   #21
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

hey all;
I got lucky and the entire sub harness was still there for the fan setup, so I dont have to buy any electrical stuff.
I forgot to get the battery tray though, oops.
The radiator is alot wider than I imagined it would be, mounting it will be fun considering it isn't as tall either, so the stock radiator mounting bracket kit I bought awhile back isn't going to work, yay...
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Sweet tank.
Looks like your getting all the necessary parts to build one Killer Truck!
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Old 04-17-2013, 03:46 PM   #23
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Re: 1968 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Restomod

Hey all;
I ordered my fuel line fittings and clips today.
I decided to use 3/8" to -6 AN Tube Nuts and run 3/8" steel lines for both my supply and return lines.
This will allow me to use a simple 37 degree flare on a steel line, and save a ton of money over a braded hose setup with the added bonus that it will be more robust over time.
It took me quite a bit of research and time to figure this out and hopefully this will save someone some time in the future.
Here are the fittings I used with links.

GM 3/8" female spring lock to male -6 AN. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/rus-640850
GM 5/16 female spring lock to male -6 AN. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/rus-640860
Tube Nut 3/8" to female -6 AN. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-220633-2
Tube Sleeve 3/8" to -6 AN. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-220634-2
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Old 04-19-2013, 10:58 AM   #24
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Looks like it is coming along well for you. Nice pieces
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Old 04-24-2013, 01:44 PM   #25
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Hey all;
I ordered my fuel line fittings and clips today.
I decided to use 3/8" to -6 AN Tube Nuts and run 3/8" steel lines for both my supply and return lines.
This will allow me to use a simple 37 degree flare on a steel line, and save a ton of money over a braded hose setup with the added bonus that it will be more robust over time.
It took me quite a bit of research and time to figure this out and hopefully this will save someone some time in the future.
Here are the fittings I used with links.

GM 3/8" female spring lock to male -6 AN. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/rus-640850
GM 5/16 female spring lock to male -6 AN. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/rus-640860
Tube Nut 3/8" to female -6 AN. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-220633-2
Tube Sleeve 3/8" to -6 AN. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-220634-2
Hey man, thanks for all the part #s any other tips for us on the plumbing side ?
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