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jbclassix · 06-10-2012, 02:00 AM

On the first 2 pages there is a q-steer truck bed peeking in the garage... was that the donor? So, how many vehicles went into the making of Frankenstein?

Gokart Mozart · 06-10-2012, 07:34 AM

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Originally Posted by jbclassix

On the first 2 pages there is a q-steer truck bed peeking in the garage... was that the donor? So, how many vehicles went into the making of Frankenstein?

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I went back and added it up:

1. 2001 Blue 2wd GMC Sierra frame and trans.
2. 2002 Black 4wd Chevy Silverado engine, wiring, axle, engine accessories, radiator, A/C, Misc interior buttons/electronics.
3. 2003 Red Chevy Silverado front leather seats (I swapped in my crummier 2002 leather into that truck and sold it).
4. 2005 White GMC Yukon XL Denali full exhaust system.
5. 1972 Yellow Suburban
6. 1972 Blue and white C-10 Cheyenne rear cab.
7. 1972 Green C-10 Cheyenne rear glass, metal jamb plate with papers, tailgate hinges and straps.
8. 1970 Olive green C-20 bed.
9. 1968 Seafoam Green C-10? Tailgate.
10. 19?? C-10 Steering column mount that Sharpie sent me for free - Thanks Sharpie!

Whew! That's a monster.
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Drew

drewskiren · 06-10-2012, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by jbclassix

On the first 2 pages there is a q-steer truck bed peeking in the garage... was that the donor? So, how many vehicles went into the making of Frankenstein?

Yep, that's the one, 2002 black Silverado 4wd. It had a kink in the frame on the passenger side but was still drivable. Don't step on the gas too hard though or else the engine will vibrate and rub on the firewall. I drove it that way for about 9 months just to make sure everything was good and operational. The 5.3 only had 66,000 miles so this was most of the powertrain I used for Frankie.

**lolife99** · 06-10-2012, 10:42 AM

Drew,... I'm not sure anyone has asked,... but how is this truck titled?
72?
2002?
Just curious,... because some members are having issues with simple lwb to swb frame swaps.

drewskiren · 06-10-2012, 10:55 AM

In Tennessee it is easy, no inspections or anything. I just took them a title that I had a matching vin tag and had it registered in my name. I've had the title and tags for over a year. I have antique tags so I never have to renew or do a smog/inspection test either.

drewskiren · 06-10-2012, 10:54 PM

We are finally home after 2300 miles and zero issues!!!

I did a little gas calculations and cruising at 80 mph hurts bad. I knew it was going to just from the very different throttle pedal position to keep it plowing through the wind at that rate. Our last tank we ran with the 18 wheelers at 68 or so mph.

80 mph = 15.1 mpg

68 mph = 19.4 mpg

jbclassix · 06-10-2012, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by drewskiren

We are finally home after 2300 miles and zero issues!!!

I did a little gas calculations and cruising at 80 mph hurts bad. I knew it was going to just from the very different throttle pedal position to keep it plowing through the wind at that rate. Our last tank we ran with the 18 wheelers at 68 or so mph.

80 mph = 15.1 mpg

68 mph = 19.4 mpg

is that wind resistance to aerodynamics or actual blowing wind?

The 15 is about what my brothers tahoe gets

drewskiren · 06-10-2012, 11:06 PM

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Originally Posted by jbclassix

is that wind resistance to aerodynamics or actual blowing wind?

The 15 is about what my brothers tahoe gets

Wind resistance. I drafted an 18 wheeler for about 10 minutes at 80, and once in the slipstream I had to really let off the go pedal.

It's like shoving a brick through a bucket of tar.

468BIGBLOCK · 06-15-2012, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

Drew,... I'm not sure anyone has asked,... but how is this truck titled?
72?
2002?
Just curious,... because some members are having issues with simple lwb to swb frame swaps.

that reminds me of the johnny cash song. he would sing it it like it is a 1972,1970,1971,2002,2004,2005,2003 year model!!!!!!!!!

wwhijr · 06-11-2012, 12:30 PM

Awesome work, Drew. The fact that is was a family project makes it even better. Now bring it to me so I can haul scrap metal with it.

68 TT · 06-11-2012, 04:31 PM

It gets better mileage than my 03 Tahoe does at the same speed. I only see 17 at 70mph.

drewskiren · 06-25-2012, 10:56 PM

Maybe??

Give me a rundown on what good shows are available. Where and when?

brn agn · 07-11-2012, 10:19 PM

Hey Drew, I just saw a small picture of your truck in the September issue of Super Chevy. Congrats!

drewskiren · 07-13-2012, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by brn agn

Hey Drew, I just saw a small picture of your truck in the September issue of Super Chevy. Congrats!

I haven't seen it, can you scan a picture and post it?

Tinkermc · 06-15-2012, 04:13 PM

real good question 468, answer will be interesting not only from a personal property tax but insurance also

drewskiren · 06-15-2012, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Tinkermc

real good question 468, answer will be interesting not only from a personal property tax but insurance also

We don't have personal property tax on cars or their restored value, only a sales tax on the original purchase collected when you register it and buy tags. I have it insured for a lot for very little dough.

Allenconstruction · 06-18-2012, 04:22 AM

Ok, but what year is it titled as '72 or '02??

To be Old or New, that is the question.

By the way Drew, haven't commented in a while but have been following religiously!

Absolutely Incredible!!!!

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BLK2K2SILVY · 06-18-2012, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Allenconstruction

Ok, but what year is it titled as '72 or '02??

To be Old or New, that is the question.

By the way Drew, haven't commented in a while but have been following religiously!

Absolutely Incredible!!!!

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I'm sure he has it titled to whatever the door plate has on it. If MPD does a spot check on his plate and has it show up in thier system as a 2002 when its obviously an older truck thats going to give him a lot of hassle and explaining to do! .

We only care about the body year. You could have a model t sitting on a ranger frame, but you're not going to title it as a 2010?!

drewskiren · 06-18-2012, 04:27 PM

Right!

It is a 1972 vin plate attached to the door jamb just like it is supposed to be. Looks like a 72, registered as a 72. No one would know any different - unless they drove it!

I have lots of little items to redo or finish up correctly, but right now I am concentrating on our house.

mcbassin · 06-18-2012, 04:31 PM

Love your house Drew!
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**Dieselwrencher** · 06-18-2012, 04:42 PM

Your house looks awesome! Here in Ia, if you build a wrecked vehicle, the state must come out or you take it in and have it inspected. Usually when they issue you a new VIN, it'll be for the current year. Not the year of manufacture. That happened to a friend of mine's Dad. He built a 84 crew cab and used a 74 frame. He wanted to be legit and they nailed him with a 08 model year truck. So now his plates and insurance were priced as a 08 truck. He sold it 2 years after he got it drivable.

drewskiren · 06-18-2012, 06:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Your house looks awesome! Here in Ia, if you build a wrecked vehicle, the state must come out or you take it in and have it inspected. Usually when they issue you a new VIN, it'll be for the current year. Not the year of manufacture. That happened to a friend of mine's Dad. He built a 84 crew cab and used a 74 frame. He wanted to be legit and they nailed him with a 08 model year truck. So now his plates and insurance were priced as a 08 truck. He sold it 2 years after he got it drivable.

Wow that stinks!

When you are done with yours, come move in with me for a few months - if you know what I mean.

1985-GMC · 06-18-2012, 10:33 PM

I love the house drew!

VA72C10 · 06-18-2012, 11:09 PM

Beautiful work on your home!

**oldman3** · 06-18-2012, 11:26 PM

Can't blame you, that house is beautiful....Jim

06-10-2012, 02:00 AM	#1
jbclassix Junk Yartist Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Greeley, CO Posts: 2,203	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. On the first 2 pages there is a q-steer truck bed peeking in the garage... was that the donor? So, how many vehicles went into the making of Frankenstein? __________________ -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

06-10-2012, 10:42 AM	#4
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,717	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Drew,... I'm not sure anyone has asked,... but how is this truck titled? 72? 2002? Just curious,... because some members are having issues with simple lwb to swb frame swaps. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

06-10-2012, 10:55 AM	#5
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. In Tennessee it is easy, no inspections or anything. I just took them a title that I had a matching vin tag and had it registered in my name. I've had the title and tags for over a year. I have antique tags so I never have to renew or do a smog/inspection test either. __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!

06-10-2012, 10:54 PM	#6
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. We are finally home after 2300 miles and zero issues!!! I did a little gas calculations and cruising at 80 mph hurts bad. I knew it was going to just from the very different throttle pedal position to keep it plowing through the wind at that rate. Our last tank we ran with the 18 wheelers at 68 or so mph. 80 mph = 15.1 mpg 68 mph = 19.4 mpg __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!

06-11-2012, 12:30 PM	#10
wwhijr SUPERscrapMAN Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Crouse, NC Posts: 326	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Awesome work, Drew. The fact that is was a family project makes it even better. Now bring it to me so I can haul scrap metal with it. __________________ Christine 1987 Chevy S10 2.8l 5 speed 600k miles! still chugging along - wifes ride Old Smokey 1990 Chevy K1500 Suburban 6.2L Diesel - Banks sidewinder The WarBeast 1994 Chevy Suburban K1500 - Semi retired at 400K miles The BLueOx 1994 Chevy Suburban. K2500 454 Used on a daily basis.

06-11-2012, 04:31 PM	#11
68 TT Still plays with trucks Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,570	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. It gets better mileage than my 03 Tahoe does at the same speed. I only see 17 at 70mph. __________________ 69 C10 shortbed stepside 400 small block - built like what a super sport truck could have been https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=484426 69 K20 lwb TBI 350 4L60E NP208 14-bolt Dana-44 w/disc 68 Camaro SS / RS 500hp 439 inch roller cam big block 4L80E

06-25-2012, 10:56 PM	#12
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. Maybe?? Give me a rundown on what good shows are available. Where and when? __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!

07-11-2012, 10:19 PM	#13
brn agn Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Youngsville, NC Posts: 952	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Hey Drew, I just saw a small picture of your truck in the September issue of Super Chevy. Congrats! __________________ 1969 C10 SWB Project Charity Case AKA "Roscoe" 1971 Cheyenne Super A Combined Effort The Service Station-A practical ministry for those in need

06-15-2012, 04:13 PM	#15
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. real good question 468, answer will be interesting not only from a personal property tax but insurance also

06-18-2012, 04:22 AM	#17
Allenconstruction Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: New Market, Tennessee Posts: 7	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Ok, but what year is it titled as '72 or '02?? To be Old or New, that is the question. By the way Drew, haven't commented in a while but have been following religiously! Absolutely Incredible!!!! Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device

06-18-2012, 04:27 PM	#19
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. Right! It is a 1972 vin plate attached to the door jamb just like it is supposed to be. Looks like a 72, registered as a 72. No one would know any different - unless they drove it! I have lots of little items to redo or finish up correctly, but right now I am concentrating on our house. Attached Images __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!

06-18-2012, 04:31 PM	#20
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Love your house Drew! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

06-18-2012, 04:42 PM	#21
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,143	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Your house looks awesome! Here in Ia, if you build a wrecked vehicle, the state must come out or you take it in and have it inspected. Usually when they issue you a new VIN, it'll be for the current year. Not the year of manufacture. That happened to a friend of mine's Dad. He built a 84 crew cab and used a 74 frame. He wanted to be legit and they nailed him with a 08 model year truck. So now his plates and insurance were priced as a 08 truck. He sold it 2 years after he got it drivable. __________________ 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.*

06-18-2012, 10:33 PM	#23
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06-18-2012, 11:09 PM	#24
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