Project Orange Crush (57 3100)

[Valarius_Starchaser]

Got tons done this weekend all the mounts are set now for good got the firewall painted, one door installed and a ton of other little stuff that needed done

In order to get the motor mounts bolted in I had to remove the lower control arms off... For any of you that have done this on an old car/truck with IFS you know that that is easier said then done all my ball joints are shot and most of my tie rods are sticky but my truck budget is getting thin so for now we will put in some fresh grease and call it good unfortunately

also found out that I have a 5 inch chop not a 3&1/4 like I originally thought

[Valarius_Starchaser]

more progress painted the latch panel next up for paint is the inner fenders

[Kim57]

You're making more progress than I am right now.
Kim

[Valarius_Starchaser]

Originally Posted by Kim57

You're making more progress than I am right now.
Kim

Quantity vs. Quality Kim that's all I have to say

Just ordered a set of used tires from a local auto recycler for $125 for a pair with 85% tread left ended up going for a set of Wrangler SRAs size 265/75R15 nearly identical to 31/10.5R15 now we need to finish the rear axle shortening job to get them suckers on

[ptc]

Val ----- YOU TUBE BABY!!!! for the window deal. THeres a guy that did about 5 part series on there for the 55-59 trucks 1 piece glass

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2_p...UjJr-Urtm3F8jk

[Valarius_Starchaser]

Originally Posted by ptc

Val ----- YOU TUBE BABY!!!! for the window deal. THeres a guy that did about 5 part series on there for the 55-59 trucks 1 piece glass

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2_p...UjJr-Urtm3F8jk

Sorry I just don't think of Youtube as a good source for automotive help soon enough you may assimilate me into the Youtube hoard I will give that a watch and see if it answers my questions (I'm sure it will)

Now I have an update on our gauge cluster issue and I have to give a huge thank you to BIGglaSS for sending me one today that he had laying around he was even generous enough to pay the shipping for me should be here soon and we will see how it all works thank you again BIGglaSS for being so generous

[Valarius_Starchaser]

Not a big update but tonight I was able to reinstall the control arms after a "grease flush" they move a lot smoother now aren't perfect but will do the job for now

The coils off my step dads Nova are a lot better looking and stronger then the last set I could tell when compressing them

Tomorrow I will wrap up the shocks and get her down on all 4's again

My tentative plan for the weekend is to get the rear axle shortened and reassembled as the Fiance is out of town perfect time to do it

Thanks all for taking a look
- Logan

[Valarius_Starchaser]

This truck may be the death of me yet I can barely walk today after doing all of that suspension work...

So we are taking a brake for a few days they are calling for 80+degrees and 70%+ humidity that's to hot to work on much anyways

[lower50's]

That's some great progress. I think after a few hard days work on your truck it's good to take a couple days to recover. If you keep going you will burn out. Ask me how I know lol. Looking real good tho.

[Advanced Design]

Originally Posted by lower50's

That's some great progress. I think after a few hard days work on your truck it's good to take a couple days to recover. If you keep going you will burn out. Ask me how I know lol. Looking real good tho.

I've been known to start taking Tylenol when hitting it hard for a few days...knees just now recovering from my exhaust work.

White wall / letters in or out...really personal choice based on theme you are going for.

You are rolling...love it, economically smart decisions, hitting it hard, outside, fiancé involved, not afraid to try something...way cool VS.

[Valarius_Starchaser]

Got the Cluster from BIGglASS today in fedex he also sent the harness thanks a million man!

[BIGglaSS]

Originally Posted by Valarius_Starchaser

Got the Cluster from BIGglASS today in fedex he also sent the harness thanks a million man!

No problem. I don't know if I'd trust those old wires, but I thought maybe you could use the bulb sockets and connectors... Good luck...

[ptc]

Originally Posted by Valarius_Starchaser

Got the Cluster from BIGglASS today in fedex he also sent the harness thanks a million man!

That is way cool of Biglass !!! Forums are great for favors!!! great group around here.

[Valarius_Starchaser]

Got the tires home today that was a fun ride with them in my civic haha

White wall side out or black?


Now for those that are faint of heart look away because this may disturb you





























#RAKENATION

[lower50's]

White out.

[Kim57]

I like black walls my self.
Kim

[RockinKees]

Yep, that's a pretty rake you get
I, personal, like blackwalls. But that's how I build my truck, kind of a ratrod.
It's a very personal choice, everybody has an opinion about that....

Cool, you got the cluster from the forum! I myself have had plenty of help also from the forummembers ( you know who you are ) and I live a few Miles away
Guess we're all the same, trying to help our fellow builders

[55 Chevy Dave]

What an awesome build you have going Val! Keep up the great work!

[Valarius_Starchaser]

Originally Posted by lower50's

White out.

Thats what I was thinking

Originally Posted by BIGglaSS

No problem. I don't know if I'd trust those old wires, but I thought maybe you could use the bulb sockets and connectors... Good luck...

No I don't think I will chance a truck fire on my wedding day oh the story that would be for the rest of my life!

Originally Posted by Advanced Design

I've been known to start taking Tylenol when hitting it hard for a few days...knees just now recovering from my exhaust work.

White wall / letters in or out...really personal choice based on theme you are going for.

You are rolling...love it, economically smart decisions, hitting it hard, outside, fiancé involved, not afraid to try something...way cool VS.

I do the same but back pain I don't mess with I did get back out tonight a little no heavy lifting though just small things

Thanks for the awesome compliment on my build "style" I've never been one to be afraid of a challenge or new skill as corny as this will sound learning and new experiences are fun

As for being fiscally responsible my fiance literally laughed outloud saying "the trucks the most expensive part of the wedding" I get no sympathy from her I suppose but hey the memories are priceless

Originally Posted by Kim57

I like black walls my self.
Kim

True a nice glossed black tire is a sight to behold

Originally Posted by ptc

That is way cool of Biglass !!! Forums are great for favors!!! great group around here.

Absolutely couldn't believe he was so willing to help a guy out people around my parts are very self centered trying to get ahead and never stopping to help or even talk to each other sad to see

Originally Posted by RockinKees

Yep, that's a pretty rake you get
I, personal, like blackwalls. But that's how I build my truck, kind of a ratrod.
It's a very personal choice, everybody has an opinion about that....

Cool, you got the cluster from the forum! I myself have had plenty of help also from the forummembers ( you know who you are ) and I live a few Miles away
Guess we're all the same, trying to help our fellow builders

Interesting Kees when I think ratrod I think coker white walls or very dirty tires

I to think that everyone on here is so kind to each other because we all are going through the same stuff looking for parts saving up for them building and all the highs and lows that go with it

Originally Posted by 55 Chevy Dave

What an awesome build you have going Val! Keep up the great work!

May just say I'm humbled to know you think that because when I look at your build and how its all coming together all I can do is.... thanks for stopping by Dave

[Valarius_Starchaser]

Got a tiny bit done tonight I started to drill out the plug welds on my 8.8 axle so I can shorten the one side tube and get it under the truck

Also got the brake parts for it in from rockauto today can I just say they are awesome for parts cheap and fast shipping never had a single issue with them once

Then I just began the process of coming up with my wiring harness setup for my ignition system in my head to know what I need for gauge wire so we can get an engine startup/break-in video soon!

[BIGglaSS]

What's cool about this hobby, you build it the way you want it. The tires aren't quite my taste, but at least they won't last long behind the bbc.

[Valarius_Starchaser]

Originally Posted by BIGglaSS

What's cool about this hobby, you build it the way you want it. The tires aren't quite my taste, but at least they won't last long behind the bbc.

HAHA I should lose an inch on the wedding day hopefully not that much

been racking my brain today on what U-bolts and mounting I need for my rear axle so here goes what I think is an acceptable mount setup
(wink wink I want feedback guys)

[ptc]

Originally Posted by Valarius_Starchaser

been racking my brain today on what U-bolts and mounting I need for my rear axle so here goes what I think is an acceptable mount setup
(wink wink I want feedback guys)

Try it with the axle on top of the leafs.... with it on the bottom it may JACK you way too far up in the air!

[BIGglaSS]

Originally Posted by Valarius_Starchaser

HAHA I should lose an inch on the wedding day hopefully not that much

been racking my brain today on what U-bolts and mounting I need for my rear axle so here goes what I think is an acceptable mount setup
(wink wink I want feedback guys)

If you posted this last week, I could have sent you a flip kit, too...

[Valarius_Starchaser]

I considered an axle over spring but I was worried about having to c-notch the frame or would that not be an issue?