** YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN ** The truck Chevrolet should have built. - Page 11 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

ksbrktracer · 12-15-2010, 10:14 PM

Yah , I like the way Drew has done his by cutting the crown out of it, That's the only way they look right if you ask me...

jb1016 · 12-16-2010, 12:18 AM

Just found this build; I'm in. Great progress so far.

76kcfdeng · 12-16-2010, 12:26 AM

I am doing just a normal build and it can get overwhelming, what you are doing would put me over the edge. You are dong a beautiful job!

70LonghornCST · 12-16-2010, 02:06 AM

Wow! Very nice work. You inspire me. Keep it up. Subscribed!

drewskiren · 12-25-2010, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by ksbrktracer

Yah , I like the way Drew has done his by cutting the crown out of it, That's the only way they look right if you ask me...

Quote:

Originally Posted by jb1016

Just found this build; I'm in. Great progress so far.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 76kcfdeng

I am doing just a normal build and it can get overwhelming, what you are doing would put me over the edge. You are dong a beautiful job!

Quote:

Originally Posted by 70LonghornCST

Wow! Very nice work. You inspire me. Keep it up. Subscribed!

Thanks to all who encourage me.

Merry Christmas!

67chevy1series · 12-25-2010, 12:46 AM

merry christmas and a happy new year drewskiren

drewskiren · 12-26-2010, 09:22 PM

Here is why there has been no progress lately.

67chevy1series · 12-26-2010, 09:25 PM

well glad you had fun and had a great christmas

jbclassix · 12-27-2010, 12:45 PM

That looks like fun!

drewskiren · 12-27-2010, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by jbclassix

That looks like fun!

You should know living in CO! You are so lucky, I had to drive 17 hours to hit the slopes.

RaceAGMC · 12-28-2010, 06:08 PM

Great looking project, can't wait too see it finished.

caviness · 12-29-2010, 03:11 AM

nice build.

**Dieselwrencher** · 12-29-2010, 05:45 PM

I hope you had a Merry Christmas and enjoyed your vacation as well!

drewskiren · 01-05-2011, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by RaceAGMC

Great looking project, can't wait too see it finished.

You and me both. Problem is, other projects jumping line.
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Dinos63 · 01-06-2011, 12:26 AM

wow nice work just read the whole thread!! great skills you will have one very cool truck

treveiger · 01-07-2011, 01:55 AM

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Originally Posted by BLAZERMAN

Or maybe an 8 footer??

Im not a fan of long steppers or crew cabs for these trucks but man i love that thing

. Right there is a modded truck done right!!!

69C-owner · 01-07-2011, 03:14 AM

I agree with Dieselwrencher, a 4door longbed looks awesome, and its functional, load up some buddies go out fill the bed with d*&%n near anything cuz its huge go campin or watever you do on the weekends and not waste gas cuz ur drivin one truck

drewskiren · 01-09-2011, 10:38 PM

I have been working hard, on other money making projects. 4 Yukons/Denalis - 2 for parting, 2 for fixing. 1 of the fixed ones I am keeping for my son to drive when he turns 16 in 4 months. The others will just about pay for that one.

I have actually made a little progress on the build too, I'll take some pics tomorrow.

67chevy1series · 01-09-2011, 11:02 PM

wow 4 of them !

well cant wait for pics

jayman68 · 01-09-2011, 11:15 PM

Great build, love it. My project is similar, but I have alot of rust to deal with. You are doing a great job!

drewskiren · 01-10-2011, 08:19 PM

Finished painting the 2004 Denali parts so I can get back on the real project.

Wait, whats this? Progress??? OMGosh, body is sitting on the 2001 frame!!!!!

drewskiren · 01-10-2011, 08:31 PM

Granted, it is only resting on the frame, but for me this is a major milestone.

Next on the agenda is to see how to mount the body, transmission clearance, engine clearance, what will be my new wheelbase, and the list goes on.

I jumped on the frame, removing the leaf spring brackets first. A boy we mentor lent a hand. We are grinding a fat slot in the rivet head and then knocking the rest off with my air chisel, I'll have to say pretty easy and quick that way.

drewskiren · 01-10-2011, 08:36 PM

I have determined the the wheel base will grow by 4.5 inches, first thing I know that will interfere is the spare tire mount. I cut it off and will also move the last tubular cross brace back 4 inches. The frame can be lengthened at the rear if I need to, the rear axle will simply get relocated 4.5 inches back instead of cutting the frame and welding it back together in the middle.

The frame kick up has been difficult to work around, but really it is a frame that sinks down in the middle more than it kicks up in the rear only. Instead of mounting the cab nearly on the frame, I am going to reuse the 2.5 inch body mount biscuits that came on the new truck. The frame looks normal under there at that height and it helps tremendously with mounting the bed.

I think I can get away with only removing the bed cross mounts and substituting 1 inch tall channel iron. Here you can see I have started that work.

brn agn · 01-10-2011, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by drewskiren

Granted, it is only resting on the frame, but for me this is a major milestone.

Next on the agenda is to see how to mount the body, transmission clearance, engine clearance, what will be my new wheelbase, and the list goes on.

I jumped on the frame, removing the leaf spring brackets first. A boy we mentor lent a hand.

I love the dueling angle grinders picture! It is cool that you are able to use the project as a learning tool for some kids too. Nice work. I am enjoying watching this monster come together.

drewskiren · 01-10-2011, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by brn agn

I love the dueling angle grinders picture! It is cool that you are able to use the project as a learning tool for some kids too. Nice work. I am enjoying watching this monster come together.

Yeah, I knew that would be a fun picture. I put the camera on the bench and set the timer.

I like what you're about too.

12-15-2010, 10:14 PM	#251
ksbrktracer TNT-MOTORSPORTS Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: TULSA OKLAHOMA Posts: 2,692	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Yah , I like the way Drew has done his by cutting the crown out of it, That's the only way they look right if you ask me...

12-16-2010, 12:26 AM	#253
76kcfdeng Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Wofford Heights CA Posts: 116	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. I am doing just a normal build and it can get overwhelming, what you are doing would put me over the edge. You are dong a beautiful job! __________________ 70 Chevy SWB Fleet Project. 06 Lancer Evolution MR SE, stupid fast! 03 Ford f-250 crew cab, 6spd, diesel 56 ford f100 project My build thread. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426739

12-16-2010, 02:06 AM	#254
70LonghornCST Moderator Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 5,775	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Wow! Very nice work. You inspire me. Keep it up. Subscribed! __________________ 2018 Chevy Crew Cab 2006 Impala SS 1965 Plymouth Sport Fury 1970 Chevy Longhorn Bucket Seats Shoulder Belts Front Tow Hooks Factory Air Factory Speedwarning, Tach & Vaccum Factory Tilt CST Package AM/FM Radio Bumper Guards Richard 70 Longhorn CST Build Adding an AM/FM Decal

12-25-2010, 12:46 AM	#256
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. merry christmas and a happy new year drewskiren

12-26-2010, 09:22 PM	#257
drewskiren Lucky Teter at the wheel Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,896	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Here is why there has been no progress lately. Attached Images __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!

12-26-2010, 09:25 PM	#258
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. well glad you had fun and had a great christmas

12-27-2010, 12:45 PM	#259
jbclassix Junk Yartist Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Greeley, CO Posts: 2,203	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. That looks like fun! __________________ -Jeremy YOU ONLY FAIL IF YOU STOP TRYING 70 Crew Cab Build Link 70 GMC Suburban 4X4 build thread 95 Yukon Daily Driver Rebuilding an NP205

12-28-2010, 06:08 PM	#261
RaceAGMC Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 350	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Great looking project, can't wait too see it finished. __________________ 70 CST, 6.0/ 4L80E in the works. Custom harness by 68 Short Step

12-29-2010, 03:11 AM	#262
caviness Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Liberty,NC Posts: 38	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. nice build. __________________ 2000 camaro SS,built 2006 GTO stock 1984 chevy 4x4 1967 chevy frame off rebuild under way,with 6.0,4l65e 1969 GMC 6.2 diesel th400 3:73 rear

12-29-2010, 05:45 PM	#263
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. I hope you had a Merry Christmas and enjoyed your vacation as well! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

01-06-2011, 12:26 AM	#265
Dinos63 chevy only Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,619	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. wow nice work just read the whole thread!! great skills you will have one very cool truck __________________ CHEVY ONLY... Nothin Else !

01-07-2011, 03:14 AM	#267
69C-owner Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Apison Tn Posts: 490	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. I agree with Dieselwrencher, a 4door longbed looks awesome, and its functional, load up some buddies go out fill the bed with d*&%n near anything cuz its huge go campin or watever you do on the weekends and not waste gas cuz ur drivin one truck __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=43855069 LWB Fleet 1994 Buick Roadmaster 1994 GMC Sonoma

01-09-2011, 10:38 PM	#268
drewskiren Lucky Teter at the wheel Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,896	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. I have been working hard, on other money making projects. 4 Yukons/Denalis - 2 for parting, 2 for fixing. 1 of the fixed ones I am keeping for my son to drive when he turns 16 in 4 months. The others will just about pay for that one. I have actually made a little progress on the build too, I'll take some pics tomorrow. Attached Images __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife! Last edited by N2TRUX; 01-10-2011 at 11:12 PM.

01-09-2011, 11:02 PM	#269
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. wow 4 of them ! well cant wait for pics

01-09-2011, 11:15 PM	#270
jayman68 Fun Stuff Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Sedro Woolley, WA Posts: 400	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Great build, love it. My project is similar, but I have alot of rust to deal with. You are doing a great job! __________________ Jay 68 C10(project) 88 Honda Accord(DD) 93 Chevy Astro EXT 2wd



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01-10-2011, 08:19 PM	#271
drewskiren Lucky Teter at the wheel Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,896	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Finished painting the 2004 Denali parts so I can get back on the real project. Wait, whats this? Progress??? OMGosh, body is sitting on the 2001 frame!!!!! Attached Images __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!

01-10-2011, 08:31 PM	#272
drewskiren Lucky Teter at the wheel Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,896	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Granted, it is only resting on the frame, but for me this is a major milestone. Next on the agenda is to see how to mount the body, transmission clearance, engine clearance, what will be my new wheelbase, and the list goes on. I jumped on the frame, removing the leaf spring brackets first. A boy we mentor lent a hand. We are grinding a fat slot in the rivet head and then knocking the rest off with my air chisel, I'll have to say pretty easy and quick that way. Attached Images __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife! Last edited by drewskiren; 01-10-2011 at 09:04 PM.

01-10-2011, 08:36 PM	#273
drewskiren Lucky Teter at the wheel Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,896	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. I have determined the the wheel base will grow by 4.5 inches, first thing I know that will interfere is the spare tire mount. I cut it off and will also move the last tubular cross brace back 4 inches. The frame can be lengthened at the rear if I need to, the rear axle will simply get relocated 4.5 inches back instead of cutting the frame and welding it back together in the middle. The frame kick up has been difficult to work around, but really it is a frame that sinks down in the middle more than it kicks up in the rear only. Instead of mounting the cab nearly on the frame, I am going to reuse the 2.5 inch body mount biscuits that came on the new truck. The frame looks normal under there at that height and it helps tremendously with mounting the bed. I think I can get away with only removing the bed cross mounts and substituting 1 inch tall channel iron. Here you can see I have started that work. Attached Images __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife! Last edited by drewskiren; 01-10-2011 at 10:53 PM.

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