24 years later....here we go

[hfd410]

One more after a bath
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[screaminchevypickup]

Great job Bryan!! Truck looks awesome.
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[knomadd]

That looks GREAT! I bet you're happy now

[hfd410]

Thanks everybody......but without Kyle it would'nt be what it is. It gets alot of attention
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[knomadd]

Hey Bryan, I went back through the last 6 pages to see if I could find the answer, but I couldn't find it. What backspacing did you go with up front, 4.75 or 5.25? I know they only do 5.5 for the 20x10's. I'm also curious how they fit. Do they rub at all? I was looking at the same size tire, but I'm worried they will rub. Are you using any spacers, modified rearend? I don't recall you changing anything, but I neglected to read through your posts for that when I was looking for the backspacing. I know other members on here are running those tires, but there are so many different backspace numbers and combinations, I can't keep it all straight.

Sorry for all the questions, I just want to make sure I get everything figured out before I order my wheels. If Coys is going to be that much of a pain, I want to make sure I'm done with them after the first try.

[original-71]

just saw this thread dont know how i missed it, beautiful truck and nice interior, i like the way you think

[Toxic Orange]

Knomadd - Glad you aked that I was wanting to know the same thing.

Bryan,
I was also wondering what drove the decision on 45 series on the front and 40 on the back? Maybe a prefrence or did you find some info on the site that led you down that path?

[hfd410]

Backspaces are 5.5 rear and 5.25 front. No spacers or mods to rear end. No rubbing on front, turns from stop to stop. I got the tire sizes from a fellow board members truck that I liked the stance of. I like a little more sidewall on pickups
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[knomadd]

Thanks Bryan. How about the rear, do you have any rubbing/scuffing with that wide of a tire? I figured the front would be good. I've got 22x9.5 with approximately 5.25" BS and 265/35R22 on all 4 corners of mine right now and I'm tight in the back, but clear everywhere. I want more sidewall and I'm not crazy about the PO's taste in wheels. I'm just worried that the 10" wheel and 295's might rub in the rear. I'm also on a 5" drop. I was looking at 275/45's for the rear, but I'd love to run 295's if they'll fit and not rub.

[hfd410]

It is the stock 71 rear end with the 4/6 static drop from ECE. The 20X10 with 5.5 backspace with a 295/40/20 fit perfectly with no rubbing. There is over an inch between the tire and wheel well on the inside. They are the stock rear drum brakes. They tuck under real nice too....Bryan

[cericd]

Hey Bryan, I just ran across this thread and wanted to say "nice work and beautiful truck." I read throught the whole thread (may have missed something) but from what I could gather is that this was originally a long bed? Did you install a C-Notch you lowered it? I'm considering the ECE 4" - 6" drop but I'd prefer not to cut my frame. If I do that then I feel like I might want to go even lower. Also, how well would you say the ECE kit rides?

Thanks

[hfd410]

Yes it was a longbed. I had it down to bare frame and built a jig. Then cut it on a 45, plated and boxed it. A friend of mine who builds trailers to haul combines welded it for me (mig). No C-notch necessary with the 4/6 unless you're gonna haul or tow something. Has plenty of clearance, just a matter of preference. The kit rides nice although I plan on adding a front sway bar..
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[NewType72]

Originally Posted by hfd410

Yes it was a longbed. I had it down to bare frame and built a jig. Then cut it on a 45, plated and boxed it. A friend of mine who builds trailers to haul combines welded it for me (mig). No C-notch necessary with the 4/6 unless you're gonna haul or tow something. Has plenty of clearance, just a matter of preference. The kit rides nice although I plan on adding a front sway bar..
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The front sway bar is a tremendous upgrade over the horrendous body roll these trucks have you'll feel the difference immediately trust me

[knomadd]

Thanks for the info. I appreciate it. Your truck is looking beautiful

[sduckworth13]

I have been watching your build for a while. Congrats on getting your truck done, you did a excellent job. Truck looks awesome.
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[hfd410]

Thanks to everyone for the comments. I went to the junkyard yesterday and got a sway bar off of an early 80's 3/4 ton pickup. I need to order the mounts and bushings from ECE this week. Also took it over last night to my neighbors and we pulled a vacuum on the AC and charged it. It cools really good and had no leaks..Really all I have left is the color matched liner and some very small details. Thanks again for the comments, Im kind of sad that its almost finished...

[Zoomin]

I know exactly what you mean about being sad when a prject comes to an end. There is a cure for this - start another project!

[hfd410]

Small Teaser Update (no pics):

The radiator that I got out of the 72 parts truck was'nt cooling well even after the cleaning so I ordered a new 4 row from autozone. It fits perfect and cools so much better for a very reasonable price and has brass/copper tanks. Should have done that sooner. It was fine until I had the A/C charged the other day and with it all together it was running a little warm for my taste so I got a new one. Cooling problem solved. Also I pulled a swaybar off of a 3/4 ton square body at the the junkyard and have intentions of sending it for powder. I ordered the appropriate bushings and the mounts from ECE for a lowered truck. We are headed on family vacation for a week or so, when I get back its going to Line X for the color matched liner. I have driven it quite a bit, up to 50 miles at a time with no problems at all. The overhauled TH350 has one pesky drip that Im tracking down but thats about it. Overall I'm very happy with it. If I could change one thing I would probably have done an OD transmission but I could always do that reasonably. Thanks for everyones interest, I will get some more pics up soon.....

[mcbassin]

Your truck looks GREAT!

[hfd410]

I got the swaybar installed today with the stuff from ECE. They sure do make some quality parts...very nice stuff. Its amazing how much better the truck drives with the swaybar. Also put in some new window sweeps and felts with the chrome bead also from ECE. The ones from GMCpauls were without the chrome bead and were just not what I wanted.

[hfd410]

couple of pics of stuff done today mentioned earlier like the swaybar and the window sweeps with the chrome bead. One pic of engine bay after ac belt and everything finished up. Bed liner coming up soon....

[hfd410]

man those sure show Kyles good work. Im amazed every time I look this thing over. He did such a great job....

[screaminchevypickup]

Originally Posted by hfd410

man those sure show Kyles good work. Im amazed every time I look this thing over. He did such a great job....

Thanks Bryan!! You've done a great job putting the truck together..
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[cericd]

Nice upgrades. The truck's looking great!

[Zoomin]

Bryan, you've got one gorgeous truck there!
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