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ERBSIX · 07-19-2010, 01:34 PM

Are you a photographer?

I've never seen such good pictures of a truck.

The lighting and forced focus on the foreground really makes the image pop!

Update: Nevermind, I just found out you are a photographer. Keep up the great work and great pics.

68 TT · 07-19-2010, 01:37 PM

Great progress. Won't be long and you will have some paint on the body and all your hard work will really show.

smokedat · 07-21-2010, 08:02 PM

Thanks, and yes I will be shavin the seam line.

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

It's really looking good. Are you going to shave the cab seam too?

smokedat · 07-21-2010, 08:03 PM

Thanks bro photography is one of my many hobbies

Quote:

Originally Posted by ERBSIX

Are you a photographer?

I've never seen such good pictures of a truck.

The lighting and forced focus on the foreground really makes the image pop!

Update: Nevermind, I just found out you are a photographer. Keep up the great work and great pics.

smokedat · 07-21-2010, 08:08 PM

I will be tubbin the bed to clear a 20x15 wheel with a Fat tire. I will use 2 more tubs cut them in half to get the extension lined them and weld the seam, or at least thats the idea. Here is a PhotoChop sample of the before and after. I want to be able to tuck all this fatness

menace121978 · 07-21-2010, 08:20 PM

that looks sik! nice idea man!

68GMCCustom · 07-21-2010, 08:40 PM

that should certainly help with traction!

mcbassin · 07-21-2010, 11:03 PM

Wow! that is going be some serious rubber! Nice!
BTW, you are really good with photoshop!

68 TT · 07-22-2010, 11:38 AM

Very nice. Can't wait to see it done.

**N2TRUX** · 07-22-2010, 11:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smokedat

Thanks bro photography is one of my many hobbies

Nice work on your truck. You do take nice pics, but are forgetting one of the basic rules of photography. Look for shadows in your frame.

Pop's C-10 · 07-22-2010, 11:55 AM

nice work

franky69c10 · 07-22-2010, 10:19 PM

Wow this truck is gonna b SICK

Cant wait 4 updates

smokedat · 07-23-2010, 12:17 AM

Reason for the shadows is because the shop is low lit and i use the crappy pop up flash and it casts a shadow of the lens. I cant afford a fancy flash right now this truck is a money eatin machine

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Nice work on your truck. You do take nice pics, but are forgetting one of the basic rules of photography. Look for shadows in your frame.

**N2TRUX** · 07-23-2010, 08:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smokedat

R.... I cant afford a fancy flash right now this truck is a money eatin machine

If we have to endure a few shadows to ensure progress on your project, I'll settle for that....

ERBSIX · 07-23-2010, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smokedat

Reason for the shadows is because the shop is low lit and i use the crappy pop up flash and it casts a shadow of the lens. I cant afford a fancy flash right now this truck is a money eatin machine

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

If we have to endure a few shadows to ensure progress on your project, I'll settle for that....

When I tear apart my "parts" truck I want to video and photograph several of the processes, like removing the engine/trans, removing the hood, removing the front clip (assembled), removing the bed, removing the cab, etc... to show people who have never done it before a very detailed How-To.

My plan is to use halogen construction lights (pictured below) to illuminate the area so the video and pics are better...

Do you think that will work?

smokedat · 07-23-2010, 06:36 PM

No doubt those lights are more than enough. That was my intetntion to photograph evry step but it just slowed me down and quit.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ERBSIX

When I tear apart my "parts" truck I want to video and photograph several of the processes, like removing the engine/trans, removing the hood, removing the front clip (assembled), removing the bed, removing the cab, etc... to show people who have never done it before a very detailed How-To.

My plan is to use halogen construction lights (pictured below) to illuminate the area so the video and pics are better...

Do you think that will work?

68GMCCustom · 07-23-2010, 08:21 PM

I just take pics before I begin, or after I get thru for the day. Most of it I'll never use...but when I put together a book on my trucks buildup I'll have lots pf pics to choose from.

smokedat · 07-27-2010, 07:18 PM

i pikd up some short seats from Yes a Cheyenne Super 73 and fiber glass console similar to those of the K5 Blazers they sit below the rear glass line should look real good after a new wrap

menace121978 · 07-27-2010, 09:54 PM

nice find man. they will look great and ride comfy!

ERBSIX · 07-28-2010, 08:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smokedat

That was my intetntion to photograph evry step but it just slowed me down and quit.

True 'dat.

But basically the only reason I'm tearing down the "parts" truck is to learn and hopefully help others learn. Then, after I've done some welding, body work, painting, sand blasting, disassembly, re-assembly, etc... I will tear into my nice silverado.

p.s. Those seats will look nice in your cabin. Are you going to reupholster them?

BlueMagicSS · 07-28-2010, 07:01 PM

Nice build!!! I can't wait to get the LS1 into my K5. The Jetstream blue is an Awesome color and will look great on your Cheyenne!!! I'm kinda partial to that color since my Camaro SS is close to the same color

mcbassin · 07-28-2010, 11:29 PM

Nice score on the buckets! I would love to find a set like that.

smokedat · 07-29-2010, 12:52 AM

Should look something likethis but i want two tone white and blue and paint the center console to match the exterior

smokedat · 08-06-2010, 12:45 AM

I will start on the bed tubs this weekend. The inner dimension if i recall are 14" and i will extend them out 8" to 22" . 18" for the tire plus 2" clearance on each side. So i decided to go with Mickey Thompson for the wheels HR-1 One-piece rotary-forged aluminum wheels on the front 18x6 with a 26X8 R18 tire on the rear 20x16 with a 31X18 R20 tire. I will completely redo the rear end with a 4 link triangular from ridetech with stainless arms with ridetech adjustable coilovers. For the rearend I will go witha Ford 9 inch or maybe an 8.8 95+ Ford Explorer since they they come with dics brakes it comes down to wich I can get ahold of first. Front suspension will stay as is for now eventually i will hook it up with new top and bottom tubular arms with adj. coilovers.

I will make sure to photograph all this

Any input on this will be apreciated

**nlped** · 08-06-2010, 08:13 AM

Ummm, Sweet!!!

07-19-2010, 01:34 PM	#276
ERBSIX Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Missouri Posts: 208	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Are you a photographer? I've never seen such good pictures of a truck. The lighting and forced focus on the foreground really makes the image pop! Update: Nevermind, I just found out you are a photographer. Keep up the great work and great pics. __________________ 78 Silverado 1/2 Ton LWB (restore) 78 Silverado 3/4 Ton LWB (parts truck & practice - eventually a work horse) My Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4082128 Ellis Benus - Web Design Columbia Mo & Google Fan Boy! Last edited by ERBSIX; 07-19-2010 at 01:40 PM.

07-19-2010, 01:37 PM	#277
68 TT Still plays with trucks Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,556	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Great progress. Won't be long and you will have some paint on the body and all your hard work will really show. __________________ miSSed opportunity - ground up creation of an AWD 1994 454 SS that never was http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=795577 69 C10 shortbed stepside 400 small block - built like what a super sport truck could have been 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 79 Malibu TPI 350 4L60 w/ Z28 steering & sway bars

07-21-2010, 08:08 PM	#280
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne I will be tubbin the bed to clear a 20x15 wheel with a Fat tire. I will use 2 more tubs cut them in half to get the extension lined them and weld the seam, or at least thats the idea. Here is a PhotoChop sample of the before and after. I want to be able to tuck all this fatness Attached Images Last edited by smokedat; 10-04-2010 at 11:15 PM.

07-21-2010, 08:20 PM	#281
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne that looks sik! nice idea man! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

07-21-2010, 08:40 PM	#282
68GMCCustom Truck and auto performance nut Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: McKinney,Texas Posts: 3,848	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne that should certainly help with traction! __________________ Kurt - '68 GMC short step - NIB '09 LY6 6.0L crate motor w/mods, NIB '12 crate 4L85e w/billet 3k stall Circle D, 3.73 posi 12 bolt, DynaTech f-swap headers, 3/4 drop, handling mods, etc. - my toy '72 Chevy LWB C-10 Highlander - 350/350 ps/pb/tilt/ac - not original but close '06 Chevy TrailBlazerSS - LS2/4L70e - little black hot rod SUV - my DD '18 Kia Sorento - wife's econo-driver '95 Chevy S10 - reg cab shortbed, LS, 4.3, auto... my '68's powertrain and chassis build -links broken A surprise phase - carb to efi -links broken

07-21-2010, 11:03 PM	#283
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Wow! that is going be some serious rubber! Nice! BTW, you are really good with photoshop! __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group Last edited by mcbassin; 07-22-2010 at 11:26 PM.

07-22-2010, 11:38 AM	#284
68 TT Still plays with trucks Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,556	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Very nice. Can't wait to see it done. __________________ miSSed opportunity - ground up creation of an AWD 1994 454 SS that never was http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=795577 69 C10 shortbed stepside 400 small block - built like what a super sport truck could have been 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 79 Malibu TPI 350 4L60 w/ Z28 steering & sway bars

07-22-2010, 11:55 AM	#286
Pop's C-10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: memphis Posts: 2,537	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne nice work

07-22-2010, 10:19 PM	#287
franky69c10 chevy runs deep Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PHOENIX AZ Posts: 1,074	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Wow this truck is gonna b SICK Cant wait 4 updates __________________ RAIDER NATION 1969 c10 swb soon 2 b on the road... My LWB is a SWB now http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=498241

07-23-2010, 08:21 PM	#292
68GMCCustom Truck and auto performance nut Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: McKinney,Texas Posts: 3,848	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne I just take pics before I begin, or after I get thru for the day. Most of it I'll never use...but when I put together a book on my trucks buildup I'll have lots pf pics to choose from. __________________ Kurt - '68 GMC short step - NIB '09 LY6 6.0L crate motor w/mods, NIB '12 crate 4L85e w/billet 3k stall Circle D, 3.73 posi 12 bolt, DynaTech f-swap headers, 3/4 drop, handling mods, etc. - my toy '72 Chevy LWB C-10 Highlander - 350/350 ps/pb/tilt/ac - not original but close '06 Chevy TrailBlazerSS - LS2/4L70e - little black hot rod SUV - my DD '18 Kia Sorento - wife's econo-driver '95 Chevy S10 - reg cab shortbed, LS, 4.3, auto... my '68's powertrain and chassis build -links broken A surprise phase - carb to efi -links broken

07-27-2010, 07:18 PM	#293
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne i pikd up some short seats from Yes a Cheyenne Super 73 and fiber glass console similar to those of the K5 Blazers they sit below the rear glass line should look real good after a new wrap Attached Images Last edited by smokedat; 07-27-2010 at 07:23 PM.

07-27-2010, 09:54 PM	#294
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne nice find man. they will look great and ride comfy! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

07-28-2010, 07:01 PM	#296
BlueMagicSS Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 40	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Nice build!!! I can't wait to get the LS1 into my K5. The Jetstream blue is an Awesome color and will look great on your Cheyenne!!! I'm kinda partial to that color since my Camaro SS is close to the same color

07-28-2010, 11:29 PM	#297
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Nice score on the buckets! I would love to find a set like that. __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

07-29-2010, 12:52 AM	#298
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Should look something likethis but i want two tone white and blue and paint the center console to match the exterior Attached Images Last edited by smokedat; 07-29-2010 at 12:58 AM.



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08-06-2010, 12:45 AM	#299
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne I will start on the bed tubs this weekend. The inner dimension if i recall are 14" and i will extend them out 8" to 22" . 18" for the tire plus 2" clearance on each side. So i decided to go with Mickey Thompson for the wheels HR-1 One-piece rotary-forged aluminum wheels on the front 18x6 with a 26X8 R18 tire on the rear 20x16 with a 31X18 R20 tire. I will completely redo the rear end with a 4 link triangular from ridetech with stainless arms with ridetech adjustable coilovers. For the rearend I will go witha Ford 9 inch or maybe an 8.8 95+ Ford Explorer since they they come with dics brakes it comes down to wich I can get ahold of first. Front suspension will stay as is for now eventually i will hook it up with new top and bottom tubular arms with adj. coilovers. I will make sure to photograph all this Any input on this will be apreciated Attached Images Last edited by smokedat; 08-06-2010 at 12:56 AM.

08-06-2010, 08:13 AM	#300
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Ummm, Sweet!!! __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

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