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xaircav · 11-24-2011, 08:16 PM

'53 5 window with '62 283, SM465 trans and Camaro 10bolt

patrickth · 11-25-2011, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by xaircav

'53 5 window with '62 283, SM465 trans and Camaro 10bolt

Now thats a sweetie :-)

Helilog56 · 11-28-2011, 07:10 PM

Wow.....nice looking rides on this thread! My under construction 51 GMC with 235 4 spd. Drove it from southern Oregan up to Vancouver, B.C. ....55mph all the way !!

xaircav · 08-20-2012, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by xaircav

'53 5 window with '62 283, SM465 trans and Camaro 10bolt

Some updates since these pics were taken. Could not get the 4GC carb to run right so I put on an Edelbrock EPS intake and 500 CFM carb, installed a Pertronix kit and coil and changed the front wheels to 15X7 and the tires to 205-70 R15. Took my first long road trip last week end to Loveland and Windsor. 70 MPH was 2200 RPM. Gets a little hot in traffic so I added an electric pusher fan. Original post and pics on page 15.

**youngrodder** · 12-04-2011, 12:47 AM

The Burb looks sweet...

Marc

wilberweb · 12-04-2011, 02:57 AM

Nice.
its going to be a sweet ride when its restored.

-Larry

waybad · 12-04-2011, 10:06 AM

lucky man

Dads Burb · 12-04-2011, 12:48 PM

Thanks. Frame is complete. TCI front clip installed. 5.3L with 4L60E trans from a 2004 Tahoe sets between the frame rails, but still need to finish the wiring harness, cooling system and exhaust.

I would like to install a dash from a 55 Chevy car or maybe from an early Chevy II. Tail lights from a 54 Chevy car. Don't get to work on it as much as I would like to. My wife has her important projects too.

IndyBowtie · 12-04-2011, 08:42 PM

Got the 283 and T5 in. Now on to the dual master cylinder , exhaust and new fuel and brake lines.

mknittle · 12-06-2011, 01:41 PM

nice rides guys

ujsf01 · 12-08-2011, 11:25 PM

Here's a 53 3600 with the original drivetrain I'm workin' on with a friend. Hoping to sell it to someone shortly as a running/driving project someone can finish the way they want. very solid body, good running 216, complete brake system rebuild, new glass, etc.

patrickth · 12-09-2011, 12:34 AM

Just got this 1978 K20 Bonanza yesterday. Got it from a machine shop and they even delivered it. Newly rebuilt th350. Engine totally gone through with crank tunred, new rings, valve job, new water pump, oil pump, gas pump, etc. Has gauge options an at one time ran a light bar on the roof with electric switch still in, wires cut and taped off. Has delay wiper, electric brakes and heavy duty trans/oil cooler.

Going to make it a toy hawler for long distance trips.

Been sitting awhile, so will have some major cleaning to do. Its 100% complete at least.

gag1025 · 12-09-2011, 04:07 PM

This is a California truck. The guys who owned it before me did a lot of work on it buy installing a rebuilt Chevy 350 engine, 350 transmission, and Ford 9" rear end. They did a ton of body work as well, plus a lot of work on the inside of the cab. I have since changed out the wheels and tires, and cut out the metal bed getting it ready for a wooden bed at some point after it is painted. I had to do some work on the suspended brake pedal by lengthing and off setting is as well as install a Chevy S10 gas pedal assembly(as well as move it in closer to the brake pedal) because they were a foot apart (now 3" apart). I removed the bench seat, cut the seat bracket out as well as the gas tank. I installed the gas tank under the bed between the rear end differential and the end of the bed. A new wiper motor made this system work better as well. My next project is to have the floor carpeted and install bucket seats (200 Chevy Silverado) and a console I picked up. I also plan on installing a Mustang II front end which has power disc brakes, coilover shocks, and power rack & pinion steering, as well as rear power disc brakes. Then a Vintage Air system. Additional interior upholstery will be in the works next fall. Then a paint job plus adding trhe wooden bed will just about complete the project. I will also redo the inside as far as building a full length console and moving the transmission shifter to the console as well as the radio. I cannot sit still. I just finished doing an off the frame restoration on my 1979 Triumph Bonneville bike and found myself getting bored. As my wife says "Big Toys For Big Boys". My reply was that I had to find new projects since I could no longer chase women.

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pvienneau · 12-11-2011, 11:26 AM

Picked up another last week. Found this in Worcester MA last week. Picked it up for $1500 and its now in my driveway. Now there are 2.

patrickth · 12-11-2011, 12:23 PM

For the win! Nice score.

drivea55 · 12-12-2011, 12:52 AM

always nice to have a spare!

also nice to see another guy from MA!!!

bitbitn · 12-16-2011, 01:34 AM

here's my 52

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rollinrooster · 12-16-2011, 09:00 AM

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here's my 52

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Nice truck, can you tell me where you got the drive shaft loop from?

mknittle · 12-16-2011, 12:08 PM

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here's my 52

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bitbitn · 12-17-2011, 03:36 AM

Thanks!
Well the drive shaft loop is actually a heavy duty center lifting link; it had two huge chains connected to it, which I cut off. I found it at a scrap yard while dropping of some junk.

pvienneau · 12-17-2011, 08:46 AM

Latest 49 Project. Picked this one up 12/2

fat56 · 12-20-2011, 07:43 AM

My Project 56 ..

lowdownstar · 12-20-2011, 11:32 AM

I like what your doing to that fat 56! i'll be watching thanks for sharing

Ray

fat57 · 12-21-2011, 04:32 AM

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My Project 56 ..

Nice, but i think you might be stepping on my sons shoes.

You can also vote for it on Speedhunters this month for Rod & Custom of year.
http://speedhunters.com/archive/2011...-amp-more.aspx

FAT57Customs

James71c10 · 12-21-2011, 04:42 AM

Heres mine, 71 chevy c10 hotrod. lowered. Built 350.

11-24-2011, 08:16 PM	#1
xaircav Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Wheat Ridge, Colo. Posts: 300	Re: Show us your projects '53 5 window with '62 283, SM465 trans and Camaro 10bolt Attached Images Last edited by xaircav; 11-24-2011 at 08:25 PM.

11-28-2011, 07:10 PM	#3
Helilog56 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Langley, British Columbia Posts: 23	Re: Show us your projects Wow.....nice looking rides on this thread! My under construction 51 GMC with 235 4 spd. Drove it from southern Oregan up to Vancouver, B.C. ....55mph all the way !! Attached Images __________________ Bikes, cars, trucks, beer (mmm...beer) !!! Last edited by Helilog56; 11-28-2011 at 07:15 PM. Reason: add pics

12-04-2011, 12:47 AM	#5
youngrodder Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Scotts, Michigan Posts: 3,773	Re: Show us your projects The Burb looks sweet... Marc __________________ …………...........__________ .................. ((__\|__\|\|___\____ ..;.;;.:;:;.,;..;((_(O))____ (_(O)) 1948 Chevy Truck - Finished SOLD!! 1953 Chevy Suburban "Family Truckster" Completed: Spring of 2021 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=605484 1994 4x4 Blazer - "Field Find" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...ferrerid=30857

12-04-2011, 02:57 AM	#6
wilberweb Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Eugene Or Posts: 175	Re: Show us your projects Nice. its going to be a sweet ride when its restored. -Larry

12-04-2011, 10:06 AM	#7
waybad Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Evansville,IN Posts: 409	Re: Show us your projects lucky man

12-04-2011, 12:48 PM	#8
Dads Burb Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 63	Re: Show us your projects Thanks. Frame is complete. TCI front clip installed. 5.3L with 4L60E trans from a 2004 Tahoe sets between the frame rails, but still need to finish the wiring harness, cooling system and exhaust. I would like to install a dash from a 55 Chevy car or maybe from an early Chevy II. Tail lights from a 54 Chevy car. Don't get to work on it as much as I would like to. My wife has her important projects too.

12-04-2011, 08:42 PM	#9
IndyBowtie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Greenwood Indiana Posts: 95	Re: Show us your projects Got the 283 and T5 in. Now on to the dual master cylinder , exhaust and new fuel and brake lines. Attached Images

12-06-2011, 01:41 PM	#10
mknittle Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Auburn ca. Posts: 2,886	Re: Show us your projects nice rides guys __________________ Mark My GMC build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=536602

12-08-2011, 11:25 PM	#11
ujsf01 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Cullman, Alabama Posts: 125	Re: Show us your projects Here's a 53 3600 with the original drivetrain I'm workin' on with a friend. Hoping to sell it to someone shortly as a running/driving project someone can finish the way they want. very solid body, good running 216, complete brake system rebuild, new glass, etc. Attached Images __________________ Steve McMillen ASE and GM certified Master Technician 25 years+ experience No, I do not know it all, that's why I attend tons of training.

12-09-2011, 12:34 AM	#12
patrickth Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Bellingham, WA Posts: 72	Re: Show us your projects Just got this 1978 K20 Bonanza yesterday. Got it from a machine shop and they even delivered it. Newly rebuilt th350. Engine totally gone through with crank tunred, new rings, valve job, new water pump, oil pump, gas pump, etc. Has gauge options an at one time ran a light bar on the roof with electric switch still in, wires cut and taped off. Has delay wiper, electric brakes and heavy duty trans/oil cooler. Going to make it a toy hawler for long distance trips. Been sitting awhile, so will have some major cleaning to do. Its 100% complete at least. Attached Images

12-09-2011, 04:07 PM	#13
gag1025 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Gibsonville, NC Posts: 334	Re: Show us your projects This is a California truck. The guys who owned it before me did a lot of work on it buy installing a rebuilt Chevy 350 engine, 350 transmission, and Ford 9" rear end. They did a ton of body work as well, plus a lot of work on the inside of the cab. I have since changed out the wheels and tires, and cut out the metal bed getting it ready for a wooden bed at some point after it is painted. I had to do some work on the suspended brake pedal by lengthing and off setting is as well as install a Chevy S10 gas pedal assembly(as well as move it in closer to the brake pedal) because they were a foot apart (now 3" apart). I removed the bench seat, cut the seat bracket out as well as the gas tank. I installed the gas tank under the bed between the rear end differential and the end of the bed. A new wiper motor made this system work better as well. My next project is to have the floor carpeted and install bucket seats (200 Chevy Silverado) and a console I picked up. I also plan on installing a Mustang II front end which has power disc brakes, coilover shocks, and power rack & pinion steering, as well as rear power disc brakes. Then a Vintage Air system. Additional interior upholstery will be in the works next fall. Then a paint job plus adding trhe wooden bed will just about complete the project. I will also redo the inside as far as building a full length console and moving the transmission shifter to the console as well as the radio. I cannot sit still. I just finished doing an off the frame restoration on my 1979 Triumph Bonneville bike and found myself getting bored. As my wife says "Big Toys For Big Boys". My reply was that I had to find new projects since I could no longer chase women.

12-11-2011, 11:26 AM	#14
pvienneau Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 695	Re: Show us your projects Picked up another last week. Found this in Worcester MA last week. Picked it up for $1500 and its now in my driveway. Now there are 2. Attached Images

12-11-2011, 12:23 PM	#15
patrickth Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Bellingham, WA Posts: 72	Re: Show us your projects For the win! Nice score.

12-12-2011, 12:52 AM	#16
drivea55 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Monson,MA Posts: 503	Re: Show us your projects always nice to have a spare! also nice to see another guy from MA!!! __________________ current project; 1950 GMC "Junk Yard Dawg" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=635960 ___________________________________________ SOLD to "ONEBADFIVEFIVE" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=436406

12-16-2011, 01:34 AM	#17
bitbitn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: peru, Indiana Posts: 25	Re: Show us your projects here's my 52



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12-17-2011, 03:36 AM	#20
bitbitn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: peru, Indiana Posts: 25	Re: Show us your projects Thanks! Well the drive shaft loop is actually a heavy duty center lifting link; it had two huge chains connected to it, which I cut off. I found it at a scrap yard while dropping of some junk.

12-17-2011, 08:46 AM	#21
pvienneau Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 695	Re: Show us your projects Latest 49 Project. Picked this one up 12/2 Attached Images

12-20-2011, 07:43 AM	#22
fat56 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Sydney AUS Posts: 160	Re: Show us your projects My Project 56 .. __________________ Blake. Sydney Aus 56 Chev 3100 build - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=480363 LOW n LOUD

12-20-2011, 11:32 AM	#23
lowdownstar big guy Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: mass Posts: 824	Re: Show us your projects I like what your doing to that fat 56! i'll be watching thanks for sharing Ray

12-21-2011, 04:42 AM	#25
James71c10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Tacoma WA Posts: 25	Re: Show us your projects Heres mine, 71 chevy c10 hotrod. lowered. Built 350.

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