Project: NO-LIFE,... - Page 11 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Chris92 · 02-06-2013, 10:46 PM

Your red truck is amazing. Thanks for sharing this build thread. The stance is perfect! I love the Six!

Chris

shawno72 · 02-21-2013, 08:48 AM

Hey Keith can you do me a favor and measure from the top of the fender arch (wheel opening) to the center of the wheel front and rear? I want to see how close your measurements are to my truck since we have almost identical drops. As I get ready ready to install my front disc brake upgrade I want to make sure my front don't dip down any lower than it is. Thanks in advance.
Posted via Mobile Device

**lolife99** · 02-21-2013, 09:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shawno72

Hey Keith can you do me a favor and measure from the top of the fender arch (wheel opening) to the center of the wheel front and rear? I want to see how close your measurements are to my truck since we have almost identical drops. As I get ready ready to install my front disc brake upgrade I want to make sure my front don't dip down any lower than it is. Thanks in advance.
Posted via Mobile Device

Why would the front height change with just a disc brake swap?

Front: 25-1/8"
Rear: 27-1/8"

shawno72 · 02-21-2013, 10:02 AM

Cause the front is still drum brakes and the po cut, I'm guessing, about 2 full coils off the stock springs. Mine currently is 26 3/4 front and 27 3/8 rear. What size tires are you running again? I have P215/70r15 and P235/75r15. I'll be using the "new" CPP spindles and 3" drop springs.
Posted via Mobile Device

**lolife99** · 02-21-2013, 10:14 AM

215/70's and 275/60's.

**lolife99** · 02-21-2013, 10:21 AM

You might want a 2" drop spring.
My a-arms are only 2.5" off the ground at the lowest point.

I have a Dropmember for this truck,... that I will install some day.
It really needs to be at least on air to make it practical to drive.

shawno72 · 02-21-2013, 10:24 AM

So it looks like the front will drop down a bit. Are you happy with the rake, another words would if you ever wear out the front tires would you go with a taller tire?
Posted via Mobile Device

**lolife99** · 02-21-2013, 10:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shawno72

So it looks like the front will drop down a bit. Are you happy with the rake, another words would if you ever wear out the front tires would you go with a taller tire?
Posted via Mobile Device

Can't run a taller tire, without pulling the inner fenders.
Another advantage of the adjustability of air ride.
Plus I wouldn't want the sidewall of the front tire to be taller than the sidewall of the rear tires.
That's a pet peeve of mine.
Especially on 20's and 22's.

I love the stance.
Just wish I had more ground clearance up front.

shawno72 · 02-21-2013, 10:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolife99

You might want a 2" drop spring.
My a-arms are only 2.5" off the ground at the lowest point.

I have a Dropmember for this truck,... that I will install some day.
It really needs to be at least on air to make it practical to drive.

That's a good point since my truck is a daily driver. Sad thing is I sold my 2" springs for the 3" springs

Posted via Mobile Device

shawno72 · 02-21-2013, 10:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolife99

Can't run a taller tire, without pulling the inner fenders.
Another advantage of the adjustability of air ride.
Plus I wouldn't want the sidewall of the front tire to be taller than the sidewall of the rear tires.
That's a pet peeve of mine.
Especially on 20's and 22's.

I love the stance.
Just wish I had more ground clearance up front.

You know I have the front bag brackets already......hmmmm
Posted via Mobile Device

**lolife99** · 02-21-2013, 10:29 AM

Put it together and see how you like it.
It has to be better than those springs you have with 2 coils removed.

shawno72 · 02-21-2013, 10:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolife99

Put it together and see how you like it.
It has to be better than those springs you have with 2 coils removed.

Yeah I'll say. The po also had Chevelle springs for the rear, idiot

Posted via Mobile Device

67ctener · 07-31-2013, 12:01 AM

Beautiful original truck, looks great
Posted via Mobile Device

BB72CHEVKT · 11-21-2013, 06:54 PM

any updates?

**lolife99** · 11-21-2013, 07:02 PM

None.
Just waiting to be modified,... some day.
No plans to ever sell this one.
I like it too much.

ksshane · 11-21-2013, 07:48 PM

I don't blame you that's one of my favorite trucks on here

BB72CHEVKT · 11-22-2013, 11:28 AM

I love this truck too! Do you have any pics of the Blazer on here? I don't think I have ever seen much more than the avatar pic.

**lolife99** · 11-22-2013, 12:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BB72CHEVKT

I love this truck too! Do you have any pics of the Blazer on here? I don't think I have ever seen much more than the avatar pic.

Just this thread,...
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=325055

BB72CHEVKT · 11-22-2013, 12:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolife99

Just this thread,...
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=325055

Thanks. I searched your old threads but couldn't find it. Love the blazer too!

72BlckButy · 11-22-2013, 02:17 PM

I've tried and will continue to try and buy both (the truck and the blazer). It's not going to happen, so I just go up to his house and get my fix.

Evaded · 12-18-2013, 04:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolife99

Can't run a taller tire, without pulling the inner fenders.
Another advantage of the adjustability of air ride.
Plus I wouldn't want the sidewall of the front tire to be taller than the sidewall of the rear tires.
That's a pet peeve of mine.
Especially on 20's and 22's.

I love the stance.
Just wish I had more ground clearance up front.

Speaking of ground clearance up front... My headers are now the lowest point up front since static 5.5 x 7. What are you running exhaust wise, headers pipe routing etc... my truck hates speed bumps right now.

Thanks
Eric (Evaded)

ksshane · 12-18-2013, 04:39 PM

Eric,

Im sure lolife99 will chime in with what he has done.

I have the same issue now, and was debating on getting some shorty headers. But for the cost and since there really isnt much of a HP gain from shorty headers I just purchased some ram horn exhaust manifolds from a board member. Thats what I plan on running, and then cut some holes in my crossmember for my exhaust to run through.

**lolife99** · 12-18-2013, 05:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Evaded

Speaking of ground clearance up front... My headers are now the lowest point up front since static 5.5 x 7. What are you running exhaust wise, headers pipe routing etc... my truck hates speed bumps right now.

Thanks
Eric (Evaded)

My truck still has the original 292 6-cylinder in it.
The biggest ground clearance issue is the lower a-arms.
They are 2.5" from the ground.

Evaded · 12-18-2013, 06:30 PM

Thanks Keith and Shane...Yeah gotta do something with the exhaust almost got stuck pulling out of a lot the other day Ha!

Eric (Evaded)

ksshane · 12-19-2013, 01:37 PM

Quote:

the biggest ground clearance issue is the lower a-arms.
They are 2.5" from the ground.

x2

02-06-2013, 10:46 PM	#251
Chris92 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: oklahoma Posts: 113	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... Your red truck is amazing. Thanks for sharing this build thread. The stance is perfect! I love the Six! Chris

02-21-2013, 08:48 AM	#252
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... Hey Keith can you do me a favor and measure from the top of the fender arch (wheel opening) to the center of the wheel front and rear? I want to see how close your measurements are to my truck since we have almost identical drops. As I get ready ready to install my front disc brake upgrade I want to make sure my front don't dip down any lower than it is. Thanks in advance. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

02-21-2013, 10:02 AM	#254
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... Cause the front is still drum brakes and the po cut, I'm guessing, about 2 full coils off the stock springs. Mine currently is 26 3/4 front and 27 3/8 rear. What size tires are you running again? I have P215/70r15 and P235/75r15. I'll be using the "new" CPP spindles and 3" drop springs. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

02-21-2013, 10:14 AM	#255
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... 215/70's and 275/60's. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

02-21-2013, 10:21 AM	#256
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... You might want a 2" drop spring. My a-arms are only 2.5" off the ground at the lowest point. I have a Dropmember for this truck,... that I will install some day. It really needs to be at least on air to make it practical to drive. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

02-21-2013, 10:24 AM	#257
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... So it looks like the front will drop down a bit. Are you happy with the rake, another words would if you ever wear out the front tires would you go with a taller tire? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

02-21-2013, 10:29 AM	#261
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... Put it together and see how you like it. It has to be better than those springs you have with 2 coils removed. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

07-31-2013, 12:01 AM	#263
67ctener Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Arlington Washington Posts: 1,808	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... Beautiful original truck, looks great Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Scott 67 c10 sold 89 c1500 90 k2500 91 s10 #chevyonly

11-21-2013, 06:54 PM	#264
BB72CHEVKT Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hideaway, TX Posts: 4,950	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... any updates? __________________ 71 Suburban 350/700R4 Project Trixie 72 CHEVY,Highlander,SWB,396,T400

11-21-2013, 07:02 PM	#265
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... None. Just waiting to be modified,... some day. No plans to ever sell this one. I like it too much. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

11-21-2013, 07:48 PM	#266
ksshane Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Wichita Ks Posts: 495	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... I don't blame you that's one of my favorite trucks on here __________________ 71 swb 350/4sp manual 5/7 static drop

11-22-2013, 11:28 AM	#267
BB72CHEVKT Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hideaway, TX Posts: 4,950	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... I love this truck too! Do you have any pics of the Blazer on here? I don't think I have ever seen much more than the avatar pic. __________________ 71 Suburban 350/700R4 Project Trixie 72 CHEVY,Highlander,SWB,396,T400

11-22-2013, 02:17 PM	#270
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... I've tried and will continue to try and buy both (the truck and the blazer). It's not going to happen, so I just go up to his house and get my fix. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

12-18-2013, 04:39 PM	#272
ksshane Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Wichita Ks Posts: 495	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... Eric, Im sure lolife99 will chime in with what he has done. I have the same issue now, and was debating on getting some shorty headers. But for the cost and since there really isnt much of a HP gain from shorty headers I just purchased some ram horn exhaust manifolds from a board member. Thats what I plan on running, and then cut some holes in my crossmember for my exhaust to run through. __________________ 71 swb 350/4sp manual 5/7 static drop

12-18-2013, 06:30 PM	#274
Evaded Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: San Antonio TX Posts: 424	Re: Project: NO-LIFE,... Thanks Keith and Shane...Yeah gotta do something with the exhaust almost got stuck pulling out of a lot the other day Ha! Eric (Evaded) __________________ If I see a Zombie.. Im runnin it over with my Truck.



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.