Project: Turbo 250

[duallyjams]

Inner fenders black A+ definitely the way to go

I really like the look of the side ac vents in the dash

[longbed67]

Originally Posted by duallyjams

Inner fenders black A+ definitely the way to go

I really like the look of the side ac vents in the dash

Thanks man! They are a little more low profile, I wasnt sure if I liked them at first but I like that they dont stick out!

[longbed67]

Just put a nice order in with Classic Parts of America for what should be everything I need to finish the truck.... but who knows I prolly forgot something that i will figure out as I am finishing assembly.

[cubber]

Originally Posted by longbed67

Just put a nice order in with Classic Parts of America for what should be everything I need to finish the truck.... but who knows I prolly forgot something that i will figure out as I am finishing assembly.

Adam- you'd be proud. I'm waiting for my Porterbuilt suspension components, twin viair 444 compressors, and a/c system to arrive as we speak. I also spent about 45 mins on the phone today with Tom Lowe, getting things together and making decisions about how to best configure my TURBO! I feel a little wired after spending so much money this week, so I stopped by your build to see what was going on. Your truck is looking great! I really like the way the black tubs break up the engine compartment. I am encouraged by your progress. I plan to start pulling my engine Tuesday after work. I can't wait to watch your build come to a head!!

[longbed67]

Originally Posted by cubber

Adam- you'd be proud. I'm waiting for my Porterbuilt suspension components, twin viair 444 compressors, and a/c system to arrive as we speak. I also spent about 45 mins on the phone today with Tom Lowe, getting things together and making decisions about how to best configure my TURBO! I feel a little wired after spending so much money this week, so I stopped by your build to see what was going on. Your truck is looking great! I really like the way the black tubs break up the engine compartment. I am encouraged by your progress. I plan to start pulling my engine Tuesday after work. I can't wait to watch your build come to a head!!

That is awesome!!! Tom is a great source of knowledge to get you started I would also recommend spending some time and creating an account at www.theturboforums.com as they are also a great source of knowledge and experience for some of the little things that are turbo specific. If you need help finding a good turbo let me know. I have help set up a number of vehicles now, and usually am able to help find some guys better prices on their stuff. Either way if I can be of any help let me know! And stellar on the suspension! I didnt have that kind of cash, but if I did I would buy it as PB makes some great quality stuff!

[longbed67]

Looks like my buddy Josh will be coming over on Sunday to do the wiring.... and not to jinx it but possibly fire up the engine!

[hgs_notes]

This thing is looking super nice. Good luck this weekend.

[longbed67]

Thanks hgs_notes!

On another note, I dropped the driveshaft off at Driveline to be cut and balanced, should have it back tomorrow for install. And the the glass guys are coming out to install a PPG oem replacement window in the front and install the rear window Thursday at 3pm!

[XxCHEVYMANxX]

talking about parts orders, I've been going over my list double checking and I just know I will forget something.lol plus I dont have the moolah to get everything I need on one order, so I have to prioritize. also went by my engine builders yesterday, and showed him your build thread from page one to current. He was blown away by your engine ! and the rest of your progress.

[longbed67]

Originally Posted by XxCHEVYMANxX

talking about parts orders, I've been going over my list double checking and I just know I will forget something.lol plus I dont have the moolah to get everything I need on one order, so I have to prioritize. also went by my engine builders yesterday, and showed him your build thread from page one to current. He was blown away by your engine ! and the rest of your progress.

Wow! I still am a little awed that there are people blown away by my build! Thanks much!

[longbed67]

Well drive shaft is in, windows are in, tranny fluid is topped off, rear view mirror and visors are in, wiring for the gauges is being done tonight by Josh.... slowly but surely it is coming together...

[longbed67]

oh yeah forgot about the MSD Digital 6 plus box and the Nitro Meth/ methanol injection pump is in as well!

[XxCHEVYMANxX]

Nice progress man ! cant wait to see all those parts on the truck.

[66redw/white]

jealous... this guy

[longbed67]

Sneak Preview...

[NewType72]

wooo new parts and a kickin dash love it now everybody cheer on Josh to finish up the wiring

[slick copper]

I like those gauges.

[XxCHEVYMANxX]

yep, those gauges definitely have the Cool factor !

[NewType72]

wheres the updates! were dying here

[longbed67]

Well, heres the update in words for now pics later after my exams today... We started at 0900 and finished up last night at about 2115 The harness has been built, split divided, wrapped and for the most part placed and secured. I just have to crimp and solder the ends on now and finish plugging everything in. This week is midterms for school so we shall see how much time I get to work on it....

[XxCHEVYMANxX]

First, good luck with midterms ! good to hear the wiring is going well.

[longbed67]

A couple pics of the wiring... also got all the throttle linkage, blow off valve, valve, ect... all wrapped up!

[NewType72]

Holy fiasco Batman them "hose" be everywhere good progress though

[longbed67]

LMAO!!! Yeah I know... I had to go from 3/4" ID heater hose off the water pump to 5/8" ID for the the vintage air... and then I never trimmed it to length for the 5/8" as I am not sure if I am going to run it in the inner fenderwell or not... So I just coiled it up and tossed it in till the wiring is done...

[67cheby]

looking good, working on all that hose and wiring stuff myself .....i understand !! LOL