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**jaros44sr** · 10-14-2010, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Burt4x4

I often wonder what kinda of number I would get if I added up all my recipts from over the years....I may not want to know

My recipt stack is about 5" thick in my tool box

That number doesn't bother me, but IF my wife found out, she could very well no longer be my wife

some things in this universe are better off not to be discussed

Burt4x4 · 10-15-2010, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by jaros44sr

That number doesn't bother me, but IF my wife found out, she could very well no longer be my wife

some things in this universe are better off not to be discussed

hahahah For Sure!! My wife would also **** a brick and then try and hit me with it

vtblazer · 10-15-2010, 09:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaros44sr

That number doesn't bother me, but IF my wife found out, she could very well no longer be my wife

some things in this universe are better off not to be discussed

Quote:

Originally Posted by Burt4x4

hahahah For Sure!! My wife would also **** a brick and then try and hit me with it

but multiply X like 70 billion.

Whew...if she only knew the 'real' figure and not just the stuff I let on about.

CTENTA1 · 02-17-2011, 06:20 PM

It's nice too see your still going at it. It's coming along really good. This is the kind of stuff that motivates me on my build. With that said, enough looking. I got to go work on mine!

vtblazer · 03-31-2011, 05:52 AM

Any updates AJ?

How's it lookin' for spring?

AJs72K5 · 03-31-2011, 08:20 AM

Updates are coming. I've got a pile of new parts at the shop. I'm shooting for early summer.
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**jaros44sr** · 04-01-2011, 12:38 AM

come on! can't you give a little more info than that? what's in the works

FRENCHBLUE72 · 04-01-2011, 04:00 PM

If there's no pics there's no evidence..

AJs72K5 · 04-02-2011, 12:36 AM

Here's your teaser.... I stopped by my painter this afternoon and picked up an SUV full of shiny black parts. And these are just the ones you can see...

FRENCHBLUE72 · 04-02-2011, 09:43 AM

wow!!!!!! Those inner fenders are awesome I don't think I have ever seen a set reflect like that..

AJs72K5 · 04-10-2011, 06:27 PM

UPDATE 4/10/11: Finally some post-worthy progress.

Been doing a bunch of work on the front Dana 44 over the past few weeks. I couldn't justify upgrading to a D60 with what I already had in the D44 and how I plan to drive the truck. However, I did want to make sure it could handle the BBC. So, here's my recipe for building one up:

Take one ARB locker...

And put it here...

then button up the pumpkin with a Ruffstuff diff cover

Bolt the axle in with a set of spring plates from Kert @ DIY4X

Now slide in a set of Yukon 4340 chromos with Superjoints

Finally, close up the hubs with a set of Warn Premiums.

I figured while I was at it, I might as well upgrade the steering. I contacted the Huisken boys at WFO Concepts for some crossover goodness. Start with a forged 2" steering arm to clear the Alcans

Add a 2wd steering box and a WFO pitman arm

Finally add a 1.5" .219 DOM drag link and tie rod. I still need to cut to length and get the inserts welded. I threw a rattlecan into the pic for reference.

That's all I have for the moment. More to come as parts are accumulating.

AJs72K5 · 04-10-2011, 08:50 PM

OK....so that wasn't enough for you? I also got some of the freshly painted parts on.

AC Delete heater box. I had to rework the right edge to match the contours of the firewall dish since I had opened it up to clear the BBC.

Core support and the new battery tray

Radiator hold down / cover from Hot Rod Dynamics (LINK)

Its amazing how just the core support will make it start to look like a truck again.

That's really it for today...

**7D2N** · 04-11-2011, 10:30 PM

AJ, very nice work. I have enjoyed following the build and glad your still at it, oh and by the way I also think chevy big blocks are for blazers.

7D2N

vtblazer · 04-12-2011, 05:40 PM

way to go bud!!

Jtrux · 04-21-2011, 11:17 AM

Looking good. I'm about to send my LQ4 computer out to have the anti theft removed and i'm gonna start chopping up the wiring harness pretty soon. Hopefully one of these days we can get them all back on the road.

AJs72K5 · 05-28-2011, 11:31 PM

UPDATE 5/28/11: Big ticket items. Mr Brown dropped off a couple more big ticket items recently. Spent some time at the shop today getting my radiator installed and my fuel cell test fitted. A nice bit of progress today.

Entropy Radiator. Aluminum, two row, 1" rows. Designed for a 67-72. Includes the dual Spal fans and the shroud.

Talk about laying a nice bead. That some welding right there.

Hot Rod Dynamics radiator cover fit smooth over the Entropy Radiator. No adjustments needed. Was kinda weird, others who'd tried this combo had some minor fitment issues.

20 gallon EFI fuel cell from Fuelcellguy here on the forum. Really nicely made.

Sits as high up as possible for maximum ground clearance. Doesn't hang down much for a 20 gallon tank.

Finished up my crossover steering.

Final fit on the fuel cell's next, then time to start plumbing.

VA72C10 · 05-28-2011, 11:49 PM

Nice progress! Looking great!

Bull72 · 06-07-2011, 12:41 AM

Nice updates! Thanks and keep it coming!
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Big J · 06-07-2011, 07:20 AM

Its comin' together. I'm really liking the radiator. Cross over steering is pretty sweet too.

Bull72 · 07-04-2011, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Big J

Its comin' together. I'm really liking the radiator. Cross over steering is pretty sweet too.

Itching for the updates!!!! Where you at AJ?
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AJs72K5 · 07-05-2011, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Bull72

Itching for the updates!!!! Where you at AJ?
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I'm here. Been sending a bunch of $$ to Summit lately gathering parts to redo most of my fluid plumbing. AN fittings add up really fast in the shopping cart.

Bull72 · 07-05-2011, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by AJs72K5

I'm here. Been sending a bunch of $$ to Summit lately gathering parts to redo most of my fluid plumbing. AN fittings add up really fast in the shopping cart.

Yes they certainly do! It's going to be one nice rig when you are finished though!

AJs72K5 · 09-04-2011, 05:54 PM

UPDATE 9/4/11 - Fuel Lines. Been slowly collecting AN fittings, hose, and tubing to plumb the truck. Finally found some time to get the fuel lines run. I'm going with -8AN supply and -6AN return.

Bent some aluminum tubing down the length of the frame for the hard lines. Supported about every 13" - 14". Used padded tube clamps and made up some spaces to get them off the frame rail.

Mallory fuel filter. Short run of Aeroquip braided stainless from the tank.

Engine side. Need to make a small bracket that will attach to the top bolt of the water pump. It'll hold a tubing separator to keep the lines in place.

Tranny cooler and power steering lines are next when I can find time.

CTENTA1 · 09-07-2011, 06:49 PM

Is their a certain reason why youre running the fuel lines away from the frame rail?

AJs72K5 · 09-07-2011, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by CTENTA1

Is their a certain reason why youre running the fuel lines away from the frame rail?

It was a bit easier to clear the brake line and the other frame brackets this way. Additionally, since I'm running aluminum lines, I wanted to make sure I could isolate as much vibration as I could.

02-17-2011, 06:20 PM	#229
CTENTA1 Registered 1971 K5 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: SO.CEN.CAL Posts: 428	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build It's nice too see your still going at it. It's coming along really good. This is the kind of stuff that motivates me on my build. With that said, enough looking. I got to go work on mine!

03-31-2011, 05:52 AM	#230
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build Any updates AJ? How's it lookin' for spring?

03-31-2011, 08:20 AM	#231
AJs72K5 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: South Tx Posts: 1,083	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build Updates are coming. I've got a pile of new parts at the shop. I'm shooting for early summer. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ - AJ Gray Matter Build - 1972 K5 with some stuff

04-01-2011, 12:38 AM	#232
jaros44sr Senior Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,761	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build come on! can't you give a little more info than that? what's in the works __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim

04-01-2011, 04:00 PM	#233
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build If there's no pics there's no evidence.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

04-02-2011, 12:36 AM	#234
AJs72K5 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: South Tx Posts: 1,083	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build Here's your teaser.... I stopped by my painter this afternoon and picked up an SUV full of shiny black parts. And these are just the ones you can see... __________________ - AJ Gray Matter Build - 1972 K5 with some stuff Last edited by AJs72K5; 04-02-2011 at 09:56 AM.

04-02-2011, 09:43 AM	#235
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build wow!!!!!! Those inner fenders are awesome I don't think I have ever seen a set reflect like that.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

04-10-2011, 06:27 PM	#236
AJs72K5 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: South Tx Posts: 1,083	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build UPDATE 4/10/11: Finally some post-worthy progress. Been doing a bunch of work on the front Dana 44 over the past few weeks. I couldn't justify upgrading to a D60 with what I already had in the D44 and how I plan to drive the truck. However, I did want to make sure it could handle the BBC. So, here's my recipe for building one up: Take one ARB locker... And put it here... then button up the pumpkin with a Ruffstuff diff cover Bolt the axle in with a set of spring plates from Kert @ DIY4X Now slide in a set of Yukon 4340 chromos with Superjoints Finally, close up the hubs with a set of Warn Premiums. I figured while I was at it, I might as well upgrade the steering. I contacted the Huisken boys at WFO Concepts for some crossover goodness. Start with a forged 2" steering arm to clear the Alcans Add a 2wd steering box and a WFO pitman arm Finally add a 1.5" .219 DOM drag link and tie rod. I still need to cut to length and get the inserts welded. I threw a rattlecan into the pic for reference. That's all I have for the moment. More to come as parts are accumulating. __________________ - AJ Gray Matter Build - 1972 K5 with some stuff

04-10-2011, 08:50 PM	#237
AJs72K5 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: South Tx Posts: 1,083	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build OK....so that wasn't enough for you? I also got some of the freshly painted parts on. AC Delete heater box. I had to rework the right edge to match the contours of the firewall dish since I had opened it up to clear the BBC. Core support and the new battery tray Radiator hold down / cover from Hot Rod Dynamics (LINK) Its amazing how just the core support will make it start to look like a truck again. That's really it for today... __________________ - AJ Gray Matter Build - 1972 K5 with some stuff

04-11-2011, 10:30 PM	#238
7D2N Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Morgan County Utah Posts: 718	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build AJ, very nice work. I have enjoyed following the build and glad your still at it, oh and by the way I also think chevy big blocks are for blazers. 7D2N

04-12-2011, 05:40 PM	#239
vtblazer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Central Vermont Posts: 8,537	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build way to go bud!!

04-21-2011, 11:17 AM	#240
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build Looking good. I'm about to send my LQ4 computer out to have the anti theft removed and i'm gonna start chopping up the wiring harness pretty soon. Hopefully one of these days we can get them all back on the road. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

05-28-2011, 11:31 PM	#241
AJs72K5 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: South Tx Posts: 1,083	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build UPDATE 5/28/11: Big ticket items. Mr Brown dropped off a couple more big ticket items recently. Spent some time at the shop today getting my radiator installed and my fuel cell test fitted. A nice bit of progress today. Entropy Radiator. Aluminum, two row, 1" rows. Designed for a 67-72. Includes the dual Spal fans and the shroud. Talk about laying a nice bead. That some welding right there. Hot Rod Dynamics radiator cover fit smooth over the Entropy Radiator. No adjustments needed. Was kinda weird, others who'd tried this combo had some minor fitment issues. 20 gallon EFI fuel cell from Fuelcellguy here on the forum. Really nicely made. Sits as high up as possible for maximum ground clearance. Doesn't hang down much for a 20 gallon tank. Finished up my crossover steering. Final fit on the fuel cell's next, then time to start plumbing. __________________ - AJ Gray Matter Build - 1972 K5 with some stuff Last edited by AJs72K5; 05-29-2011 at 12:02 AM.

05-28-2011, 11:49 PM	#242
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build Nice progress! Looking great! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

06-07-2011, 12:41 AM	#243
Bull72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 209	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build Nice updates! Thanks and keep it coming! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Thank you god for all your blessings! My mini build (I had a great starting point) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440743



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06-07-2011, 07:20 AM	#244
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,772	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build Its comin' together. I'm really liking the radiator. Cross over steering is pretty sweet too. __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

09-04-2011, 05:54 PM	#248
AJs72K5 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: South Tx Posts: 1,083	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build UPDATE 9/4/11 - Fuel Lines. Been slowly collecting AN fittings, hose, and tubing to plumb the truck. Finally found some time to get the fuel lines run. I'm going with -8AN supply and -6AN return. Bent some aluminum tubing down the length of the frame for the hard lines. Supported about every 13" - 14". Used padded tube clamps and made up some spaces to get them off the frame rail. Mallory fuel filter. Short run of Aeroquip braided stainless from the tank. Engine side. Need to make a small bracket that will attach to the top bolt of the water pump. It'll hold a tubing separator to keep the lines in place. Tranny cooler and power steering lines are next when I can find time. __________________ - AJ Gray Matter Build - 1972 K5 with some stuff

09-07-2011, 06:49 PM	#249
CTENTA1 Registered 1971 K5 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: SO.CEN.CAL Posts: 428	Re: AJ's '72 Cruiser Crawler Build Is their a certain reason why youre running the fuel lines away from the frame rail?

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