Project "Shifted"

[msgross]

very cool project, good luck if you do go through with a sale...

[C10_ustacould]

In my sleep deprived and caffeine driven trolling of the board tonight (this thread specifically) I think there needs to be a conversation about sending Shiro down the road and dragging this one to Niceville. I'll give you a shout.

[jmedero]

That actually makes a ton of sense.

[Coursey]

Do you have a run down of what all needs to be finished?

[Hart_Rod]

I've had a lot of interest, but no $$$$$$...... So I decided to make me a list of what I need to do to finish the project up. I tried to be as specific as I could, but will add more as I get back into it. As all of you know, it's the little details that add to the time and the money on finishing one of these projects....

Shifted do list: (UPDDATED 15DEC2015)

Chassis:
Grease front ball joints/install cotter keys
Bolt on front and rear bumpers
Mount F/R Accuair level sensors DONE!
Paint Borgeson steering joints and rod DONE!
Mount bumpers
Paint rear bumper white DONE!

Brakes:
Run line from rear to master cylinder/ weld tab for rear line DONE!
Run line from front to mastery cylinder DONE!
Bleed brakes

Motor:
Change oil and oil filter
Install oil pressure sending unit
Plug in EFI Harness (connect power wire/mount fuse block)
Connect PS hoses (made)
Connect radiator hoses (purchased)/hose clamps
Connect steam hose to radiator (purchased)
Install air filter/MAF (purchased)
Connect throttle/cruise control cable (purchased)
Mount battery
Install exhaust/ Flowmaster mufflers (purchased)

Transmission:
Install transmission fittings
Run transmission lines to radiator
Change fluid and filter
Mount Lokar dipstick (purchased)
Install Lokar shift linkage to column (purchased)

Body:
Install the new core support (purchased)DONE!
Drill holes in core support for Vintage AC DONE!
Paint radiator cover black and attach SS plate (purchased)
Modify fenders for Hill’s tubs (purchased)DONE!
Fiberglass, liner and paint tubs
PB hinges DONE!
Mount custom ECM bracket (purchased)
Repaint firewall black (original green??)

Bed:
Build bed frame (1” square tubing purchased) to raise bed floor DONE!
Order complete bed kit with stainless strips from Mar-K DONE!
Shorten wheel tubsDONE!
Modify bed sides to lower bed DONE!
Paint bed DONE!

Interior:
Install AAW body electric harness (Purchsed)DONE!
Wire Dakota Digital gauges (purchased)
Mount evaporator/ cut holes for AC vents
Wire AC
Reupholster seats with Highlander plaidDONE!
Install Buddy bucket seats (purchased)
Install gas pedal and Lokar cables DONEDONE!
Paint Flaming River stainless steel steering column (purchased)
Install fatmat DONE!
Install floormat/carpet

Air Ride: (Accuair)
Mount tank/compressor/manifold (Accuair EXO mount) (purchased)DONE!
Mount level sensors with aluminum collars DONEDONE!
Connect wiring kit (purchased)

Electrical:
Install AAW interior electric harness (purchased)
Wire Dakota Digital gauges (purchased)
Wire A/C
Mount EFI fuse panel (underhood) (purchased)
Mount ECM (underhood) (purchased)
Connect in-tank fuel pump to EFI harness (purchased)
Connect Entropy dual electric fans to EFI harness (purchased)

[C10_ustacould]

"...or PB hinges"

[Hart_Rod]

Made a little progress over the last week. The first thing I did before jumping back on this project was to get my garage somewhat organized. I think that might have been one of the reasons I was dragging my feat on this thing. Once I got that done, I was able to finish the power steering lines for the rack and pinion (thanks Buck) and I cut out all of the holes for the AC vents (Vintage Air). Not big steps, but working on these projects is like eating an elephant, the only way to do it is one bite at a time.......

[Hart_Rod]

Moved on to mounting the Accuair level sensors. With the help of the board, I think I have the fronts figured out. I'm hoping the rear should be fairly simple also....

[harleyhouser]

good looking build, I sure hope you continue on. I seen earlier in the build where you was raised in Smithville, I am born and raised in Valliant, OK its about 30 miles west of Broken Bow. I am currently in the process of a frame off build on a 72 short wide. Keep up the good work.

[Twisted78SS]

Looking great Rob,

hopefully progress helps rekindle a desire to finish and drive this thing..

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by harleyhouser

good looking build, I sure hope you continue on. I seen earlier in the build where you was raised in Smithville, I am born and raised in Valliant, OK its about 30 miles west of Broken Bow. I am currently in the process of a frame off build on a 72 short wide. Keep up the good work.

Thanks! When did you graduate? I went to Smithville High School from 83-87. We used to play Valliant in basketball, they always had good teams. I used to have some friends that worked at the paper mill. Looking forward to seeing some pictures of your truck.

Rob

Originally Posted by Twisted78SS

Looking great Rob,

hopefully progress helps rekindle a desire to finish and drive this thing..

Thanks! Getting my garage organized and making a to-do list really helped.

[harleyhouser]

I graduated in 94. I plan on making a build thread when I get further along. I just took the frame to the sandblaster today gonna be a long night tomorrow night applying POR-15

[Coursey]

Updates?

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by Coursey

Updates?

Currently working on mounting the rear level sensors. I plan on working on the bed over the holidays.

[Hart_Rod]

Worked on the bed some this weekend. Pics...

[DKclassis72]

sweet build man! question for you... what hose kit did you buy for your power steering hook up? I have the corvette style accessory drive on the front of my motor as well.

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by DKclassis72

sweet build man! question for you... what hose kit did you buy for your power steering hook up? I have the corvette style accessory drive on the front of my motor as well.

It's a Russell setup. You can get the fittings and line from Summit or Jegs.

[nlped]

I just read the whole thread... Don't sell it!!! It's so close! If you're burned out, reread this thread and look at what all you've accomplished. I'm going to be watching.

[Number98]

Those Vintecs shore look sweet under this truck Rob!

[Hart_Rod]

Making a little more progress. I finally have both bed sides cut. So tomorrow, I'm going to try to get it back on the ground to see what it looks like laid out.

[jmedero]

Sell them all and get a KIA!!! Lol
Always nerve wrecking cutting up those nice new bed sides.

[Bowtie468]

Looking great Rob !!

[67ChevyRedneck]

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Making a little more progress. I finally have both bed sides cut. So tomorrow, I'm going to try to get it back on the ground tomorrow to see what it looks like laid out.

It's past "tomorrow"... how's she look?

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by jmedero

Sell them all and get a KIA!!! Lol
Always nerve wrecking cutting up those nice new bed sides.

Working on it...I prefer it over cutting up rusty stuff...

Originally Posted by Bowtie468

Looking great Rob !!

Thanks Chris!

Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

It's past "tomorrow"... how's she look?

As requested....

[slowcpe]

sweet!