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aggie91 · 07-12-2010, 06:58 PM

That looks very nice. Probably nicer than the ones I was looking for...Sorry I could not help out with a spare set sooner for you.

Once those are painted and back together with new seals, no one will ever know they were so bad...

Great work!

SCOTI · 07-12-2010, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by aggie91

That looks very nice. Probably nicer than the ones I was looking for...Sorry I could not help out with a spare set sooner for you.

Once those are painted and back together with new seals, no one will ever know they were so bad...

Great work!

I was intending to send you a PM regarding this tonight. Thanks for the offer regardless!

72BlckButy · 07-12-2010, 09:21 PM

Awesome work SCOTI; love the cluster and some real nice work on the wing windows.

Alan's Classic · 07-15-2010, 11:56 PM

I'm up to date now. It's hard to keep up with everyones build. Nice work on everything. The vent window looks great.

SCOTI · 07-23-2010, 08:04 PM

I'm thinking of changing hobbies..... Anyone have experience basket-weaving?

I still have a rear window gasket that's pinched in the interior corners.... I'm now going to try a different rear gasket from yet another source (3rd attempt). This newest one appears to have 'molded' corners w/the bbw length vs. a 157" straight piece of molding/gasket.

I tried mocking-up the brake lines.... I'm using a collage of year model parts (pre-bent lines) & that doesn't always go as planned. I ordered front lines for a 73-80; front to rear line for a 67-70; & rear housing lines for a 67-70. The first issue I found was there was no 'front' half of the rear line. Apparently 67-70's are considered 2pc thus you need the front & rear while 73-80's are different. Since I ordered the 73-80 front stuff, I'm missing that 'front' portion of line that exits the prop-valve & 90's toward the rear (for the rear brakes).

The pre-bent kit will work as I've mocked them up previously on the PB-DM v1 in my 68 (that's version 1 for those out of the DM loop

). But, the front 'kit' now has to work w/my R&P c-notch reinforcement plates (this is different vs. my other frame/mock-up). I did some preliminary install & needed the control arms, spindle, & caliper in position to ensure everything will co-exist. I grabbed the a-arms only to realize this Dropmember is the revised 'v3' & doesn't use the lower a-arm shafts. Since these arms were originally on my 68 which had the DM v1, the shafts are installed (w/brand new bushings). So.... just to test the fit of everything, I had to knock out a new bushing to remove the shaft (destroying the bushing of course). Now I have to go get another bushing to pop in just to test fit.

I ordered a front to rear fuel line for a blazer. I figured the length difference between the swb truck vs. a blazer could be made up w/a slightly longer rubber line from the tank to frame union. The line they sent is approx the length from the fuel pump area to the back of the cab. No freakin' way it's long enough for a blazer. Now I'll need to splice in some line to fill the gap.

See how well it works for me? 'Scot-Luck'....

**Captainfab** · 07-24-2010, 01:18 AM

I don't know about the Blazers, but on my '66 Suburban, the steel fuel line from the fuel pump back appears to be the same as a pickup. Then there is another line that goes from under the 'cab' back to the tank. The two are connected under the 'cab' with a short piece of hose in a U shape. Maybe the Blazers are the same?

SCOTI · 07-24-2010, 03:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Captainfab

I don't know about the Blazers, but on my '66 Suburban, the steel fuel line from the fuel pump back appears to be the same as a pickup. Then there is another line that goes from under the 'cab' back to the tank. The two are connected under the 'cab' with a short piece of hose in a U shape. Maybe the Blazers are the same?

The kit did include another short section of hard line but the 'bends' are waaaaaaay off from what the frames shape is plus the ends of the line had threaded fittings (not sure why).

**Captainfab** · 07-25-2010, 01:28 AM

Threaded fittings on a fuel line? Strange.....

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

The kit did include another short section of hard line but the 'bends' are waaaaaaay off from what the frames shape is plus the ends of the line had threaded fittings (not sure why).

SCOTI · 07-25-2010, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Captainfab

Threaded fittings on a fuel line? Strange.....

Here's a few pics of what the 'kit' consists of. I laid the long piece out on another swb frame to get an idea of length vs. placement on the frame:

**lolife99** · 07-25-2010, 03:49 PM

Those look like "truck fuel lines",... with the short piece being the line that extends thru the cab floor from the in cab tank.

SCOTI · 07-25-2010, 05:34 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

Those look like "truck fuel lines",... with the short piece being the line that extends thru the cab floor from the in cab tank.

That's what I was thinking as well but all of my OE 67-68 fuel lines & tanks have been scrapped so I didn't have anything to compare it to.

franky69c10 · 07-25-2010, 07:03 PM

Look'n good

**lolife99** · 07-25-2010, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

That's what I was thinking as well but all of my OE 67-68 fuel lines & tanks have been scrapped so I didn't have anything to compare it to.

It looks like what I just took out of my 70 stepside.

Painter D · 07-25-2010, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

Those look like "truck fuel lines",... with the short piece being the line that extends thru the cab floor from the in cab tank.

Look like truck lines to me too.

SCOTI · 07-26-2010, 12:59 AM

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Originally Posted by 69chevyshort

Look like truck lines to me too.

Guess I'll make a phone call then 'cause that's not what I paid for (next to last line)....

SCOTI · 07-26-2010, 10:52 PM

I called & spoke w/someone today about the fuel lines. He asked me to e-mail him my pics so he could get an idea on the length of the lines. Hopefully there will be some quick follow-up....

Tonight, I just about finished up the front rubber/flex brake line routing. I still have a couple of quick items to cut/clean. Then, I need to figure out how I'm going to attach the lines to the upper ART a-arms to keep them out of harms way....

**N2TRUX** · 07-27-2010, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

..... I need to figure out how I'm going to attach the lines to the upper ART a-arms to keep them out of harms way....

I will be watching for this. I need to do the same on mine. The black zip ties are working, but it doesn't look very high tech.

Jonboy · 07-27-2010, 09:52 AM

If the zip ties are working, maybe some adel clamps will work to secure them to the frame?

SCOTI · 07-27-2010, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

If the zip ties are working, maybe some adel clamps will work to secure them to the frame?

It's securing them to the arms that's problematic.

They make nice clean 'clamps' for attaching brake lines to tubing (roll cages/frames) but they're only available in .250". The rubber flex lines are .375" & I'm not sure there's enough material to simply drill them out....

Jonboy · 07-27-2010, 12:22 PM

They make rubber insulated ones. I am not sure, but it seems like there may be different sizes too.

SCOTI · 07-27-2010, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

They make rubber insulated ones. I am not sure, but it seems like there may be different sizes too.

I have something on the way to try. Regardless, I'll post up what I eventually use.

Quote:

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

The black zip ties are working, but it doesn't look very high tech.

No zip ties for me.....

**N2TRUX** · 07-28-2010, 08:55 AM

I looked at them again last night when I installed the e3 ride height sensor in the front. I don't see a lot of options. I do not want to drill holes, and a clamp around the arm would be huge. I am waiting to see what you have come up with.

Jonboy · 07-28-2010, 09:04 AM

There are already holes drilled in the arms for the brake lines to attach to. Another hole or two (especially with a screw in it) shouldn't hurt anything.

**lolife99** · 07-28-2010, 09:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

There are already holes drilled in the arms for the brake lines to attach to. Another hole or two (especially with a screw in it) shouldn't hurt anything.

I think Scot and Ken both have tubular a-arms from RideTech.

SCOTI · 07-28-2010, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

There are already holes drilled in the arms for the brake lines to attach to. Another hole or two (especially with a screw in it) shouldn't hurt anything.

Quote:

Originally Posted by lolife99

I think Scot and Ken both have tubular a-arms from RideTech.

Correct. We have aftermarket tubular ART arms.

07-12-2010, 06:58 PM	#326
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: Project: Recycle That looks very nice. Probably nicer than the ones I was looking for...Sorry I could not help out with a spare set sooner for you. Once those are painted and back together with new seals, no one will ever know they were so bad... Great work! __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

07-12-2010, 09:21 PM	#328
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project: Recycle Awesome work SCOTI; love the cluster and some real nice work on the wing windows. __________________ -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)

07-15-2010, 11:56 PM	#329
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: Project: Recycle I'm up to date now. It's hard to keep up with everyones build. Nice work on everything. The vent window looks great. __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

07-23-2010, 08:04 PM	#330
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,031	Re: Project: Recycle I'm thinking of changing hobbies..... Anyone have experience basket-weaving? I still have a rear window gasket that's pinched in the interior corners.... I'm now going to try a different rear gasket from yet another source (3rd attempt). This newest one appears to have 'molded' corners w/the bbw length vs. a 157" straight piece of molding/gasket. I tried mocking-up the brake lines.... I'm using a collage of year model parts (pre-bent lines) & that doesn't always go as planned. I ordered front lines for a 73-80; front to rear line for a 67-70; & rear housing lines for a 67-70. The first issue I found was there was no 'front' half of the rear line. Apparently 67-70's are considered 2pc thus you need the front & rear while 73-80's are different. Since I ordered the 73-80 front stuff, I'm missing that 'front' portion of line that exits the prop-valve & 90's toward the rear (for the rear brakes). The pre-bent kit will work as I've mocked them up previously on the PB-DM v1 in my 68 (that's version 1 for those out of the DM loop ). But, the front 'kit' now has to work w/my R&P c-notch reinforcement plates (this is different vs. my other frame/mock-up). I did some preliminary install & needed the control arms, spindle, & caliper in position to ensure everything will co-exist. I grabbed the a-arms only to realize this Dropmember is the revised 'v3' & doesn't use the lower a-arm shafts. Since these arms were originally on my 68 which had the DM v1, the shafts are installed (w/brand new bushings). So.... just to test the fit of everything, I had to knock out a new bushing to remove the shaft (destroying the bushing of course). Now I have to go get another bushing to pop in just to test fit. I ordered a front to rear fuel line for a blazer. I figured the length difference between the swb truck vs. a blazer could be made up w/a slightly longer rubber line from the tank to frame union. The line they sent is approx the length from the fuel pump area to the back of the cab. No freakin' way it's long enough for a blazer. Now I'll need to splice in some line to fill the gap. See how well it works for me? 'Scot-Luck'.... __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.* Last edited by SCOTI; 07-23-2010 at 08:11 PM.

07-24-2010, 01:18 AM	#331
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,250	Re: Project: Recycle I don't know about the Blazers, but on my '66 Suburban, the steel fuel line from the fuel pump back appears to be the same as a pickup. Then there is another line that goes from under the 'cab' back to the tank. The two are connected under the 'cab' with a short piece of hose in a U shape. Maybe the Blazers are the same? __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

07-25-2010, 03:49 PM	#335
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Project: Recycle Those look like "truck fuel lines",... with the short piece being the line that extends thru the cab floor from the in cab tank. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

07-25-2010, 07:03 PM	#337
franky69c10 chevy runs deep Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PHOENIX AZ Posts: 1,074	Re: Project: Recycle Look'n good __________________ 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

07-26-2010, 10:52 PM	#341
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,031	Re: Project: Recycle I called & spoke w/someone today about the fuel lines. He asked me to e-mail him my pics so he could get an idea on the length of the lines. Hopefully there will be some quick follow-up.... Tonight, I just about finished up the front rubber/flex brake line routing. I still have a couple of quick items to cut/clean. Then, I need to figure out how I'm going to attach the lines to the upper ART a-arms to keep them out of harms way.... __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

07-27-2010, 09:52 AM	#343
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Project: Recycle If the zip ties are working, maybe some adel clamps will work to secure them to the frame? __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

07-27-2010, 12:22 PM	#345
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Project: Recycle They make rubber insulated ones. I am not sure, but it seems like there may be different sizes too. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

07-28-2010, 08:55 AM	#347
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Project: Recycle I looked at them again last night when I installed the e3 ride height sensor in the front. I don't see a lot of options. I do not want to drill holes, and a clamp around the arm would be huge. I am waiting to see what you have come up with. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

07-28-2010, 09:04 AM	#348
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Project: Recycle There are already holes drilled in the arms for the brake lines to attach to. Another hole or two (especially with a screw in it) shouldn't hurt anything. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241



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