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menace121978 · 12-08-2009, 08:37 AM

thanks guys! hopefully tomorrow i can get the motor and trans done and ready to set in

JohnC · 12-08-2009, 10:31 AM

Sweet!!

Driveway Dreams · 12-09-2009, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by menace121978

thanks guys! hopefully tomorrow i can get the motor and trans done and ready to set in

So, we will see some pictures of it "done and ready to set in" by 8pm pacific time tomorrow?

**nlped** · 12-08-2009, 12:44 PM

Awesome!!! I can't wait to do this to Bob...or the Blazer...or Both

JohnC · 12-08-2009, 05:20 PM

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Originally Posted by nlped

Awesome!!! I can't wait to do this to Bob...or the Blazer...or Both

We can't either.....Get started!

menace121978 · 12-08-2009, 08:45 PM

took the words right outta my fingers!

menace121978 · 12-09-2009, 02:58 AM

good call smart @ss!

if its not done in time i have a good excuse... too cold out there to be painting!

thump16 · 12-09-2009, 08:39 AM

Hey Menace, There was a recall on 6.0l chevy engines due to the air pollution in Californina. I myself just happen to be an expert and the program manager. What i am going to do is send you a 350/350 combo on a pallet and you send me a 6.0l engine and tranny complete with wiring. I will save you the heartache of smiling, and enjoying the modern technology which will soon be lurking under your 78's hood.

HAHA...is it done yet.

Driveway Dreams · 12-10-2009, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by menace121978

... too cold out there to be painting!

You don't know cold there big guy.

The official temp here this morning was 26* BELOW 0!!! That is a -26*. Now that was cold. And that is without windchill. Tonight at 10pm it was already -11*.

Jonboy · 12-10-2009, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Driveway Dreams

You don't know cold there big guy.

The official temp here this morning was 26* BELOW 0!!! That is a -26*. Now that was cold. And that is without windchill. Tonight at 10pm it was already -11*.

That's just a reason to move.

menace121978 · 12-10-2009, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by jdurant

Wow, man. You've got a bunch done since last I checked in. Looks like it is coming along great. And congrats on the promotion.
The only advice I can give for your engine detailing is this--Did I miss if you are keeping the exhaust manifold? If so I think you should spend the money and have them coated. Cause they aren't gonna look so great after just a couple of miles. And that would be a real shame.
Also I think plastic stuff and most underhood stuff looks better semi black than glossy--especially things you don't want to draw attention to.
Also I'm a big fan of black crinkle powder coat--It would go really well with the silver and red.

thanks buddy... i'm going with the brp headers and hopefully (i'll know today) they can coat them black. thanks for the pointers

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Originally Posted by Driveway Dreams

You don't know cold there big guy.

The official temp here this morning was 26* BELOW 0!!! That is a -26*. Now that was cold. And that is without windchill. Tonight at 10pm it was already -11*.

whoa! that is just ridiculous! and just think we were contemplating moving out there!! i was thinking the 30's and 40's were freezing!

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Originally Posted by nlped

^^^ Uuummmm, yuck!!! I hate the cold!

Project is coming along really well, Dennis. How many days do you have left on the clock

me too man! i'd rather be blistering hot than freezing cold!

and the way i see it i have around 720 days left to stay on my deadline!

(that's 2 years left on the 3 that i planned!) i'm actually way ahead schedule as long as i give 6 months to a year for the body and paint

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

That's just a reason to move.

i'd be outta there

why put yourself through that!

Driveway Dreams · 12-10-2009, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by menace121978

and the way i see it i have around 720 days left to stay on my deadline!

(that's 2 years left on the 3 that i planned!) i'm actually way ahead schedule as long as i give 6 months to a year for the body and paint

Note to all: There is a new schedule for us all to adapt. Sorry Bob, I like this one better.

So, when am I gonna be getting a package? I would enjoy doing those covers for you. But I need long enough with them to get them back to you to go to paint with the truck. So, if you want, hit me up!

menace121978 · 12-09-2009, 10:29 AM

let me pay the shipping both ways and you have a deal!!

trying to get hold of brp this morning. about to say forget it and just order the plates.

menace121978 · 12-09-2009, 02:06 PM

i just ordered a few things!

(thanks Bob)

fuel pumps: pt. #ep381 http://store.getgmparts.com/fe0114.html $150

driver and passenger side sending units: pt. #fg05n & fg05m
http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/raframecatalog.php $150

high psi fuel selector valve for the duel tanks
http://www.jcwhitney.com/MOTOR-DRIVE...DetailTabPanel $85

this is for later on down the road when i start doing the wiringand a/c stuff. thought it was cool and i know it'll be handy

http://www.faxonautoliterature.com/p...17%26yr%3D1978

next up (after the card cools a bit) is '87 tanks with the baffles and the vette reg/filter that will be most of the big fuel system parts.

JohnC · 12-09-2009, 04:11 PM

Cha ching...cha ching...cha ching

That may be a good idea for a license plate or windo sticker!

menace121978 · 12-09-2009, 04:23 PM

i'm laughing now. i was crying a few minutes ago after i told Amy

oh well,

on a good note brp just called and left me a message. gotta call'em back and get those mounts!!

JohnC · 12-09-2009, 04:24 PM

Were you crying because of what you told her, or after her reaction?

Trust me been there done that!

menace121978 · 12-09-2009, 04:30 PM

her reaction!

dramatic and way over the top

JohnC · 12-09-2009, 04:32 PM

To you. Not to her!

That much I have learned over the years of being married.

menace121978 · 12-09-2009, 04:35 PM

i'm a slow learner. i'm about to hit the 'ol card again on the mounts and headers!!!!

JohnC · 12-09-2009, 04:36 PM

We'll be praying for your safety. God Speed Dennis!

menace121978 · 12-09-2009, 04:49 PM

you should see this new puppy i got her last night. i'll post a pic... no expense spared. i'll be alright!!

JohnC · 12-09-2009, 05:06 PM

You sly dog you! You'll be alright until the dog tears something of hers up, then you'll be out in the doghouse with the dog.

mcbassin · 12-09-2009, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by menace121978

you should see this new puppy i got her last night. i'll post a pic... no expense spared. i'll be alright!!

Dude,
I could have hooked you straight up...my wife is a rug rat breeder. She has some high dollar pups that are great for this situation.

JohnC · 12-09-2009, 05:15 PM

12-08-2009, 08:37 AM	#1
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) thanks guys! hopefully tomorrow i can get the motor and trans done and ready to set in __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

12-08-2009, 10:31 AM	#2
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Sweet!!

12-08-2009, 12:44 PM	#4
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Awesome!!! I can't wait to do this to Bob...or the Blazer...or Both __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

12-08-2009, 08:45 PM	#6
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) took the words right outta my fingers! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

12-09-2009, 02:58 AM	#7
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) good call smart @ss! if its not done in time i have a good excuse... too cold out there to be painting! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

12-09-2009, 08:39 AM	#8
thump16 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Valdosta GA Posts: 708	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Hey Menace, There was a recall on 6.0l chevy engines due to the air pollution in Californina. I myself just happen to be an expert and the program manager. What i am going to do is send you a 350/350 combo on a pallet and you send me a 6.0l engine and tranny complete with wiring. I will save you the heartache of smiling, and enjoying the modern technology which will soon be lurking under your 78's hood. HAHA...is it done yet.

12-09-2009, 10:29 AM	#13
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) let me pay the shipping both ways and you have a deal!! trying to get hold of brp this morning. about to say forget it and just order the plates. __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

12-09-2009, 02:06 PM	#14
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) i just ordered a few things! (thanks Bob) fuel pumps: pt. #ep381 http://store.getgmparts.com/fe0114.html $150 driver and passenger side sending units: pt. #fg05n & fg05m http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/raframecatalog.php $150 high psi fuel selector valve for the duel tanks http://www.jcwhitney.com/MOTOR-DRIVE...DetailTabPanel $85 this is for later on down the road when i start doing the wiringand a/c stuff. thought it was cool and i know it'll be handy http://www.faxonautoliterature.com/p...17%26yr%3D1978 next up (after the card cools a bit) is '87 tanks with the baffles and the vette reg/filter that will be most of the big fuel system parts. __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list Last edited by menace121978; 12-09-2009 at 02:19 PM.

12-09-2009, 04:11 PM	#15
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Cha ching...cha ching...cha ching That may be a good idea for a license plate or windo sticker!

12-09-2009, 04:23 PM	#16
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) i'm laughing now. i was crying a few minutes ago after i told Amy oh well, on a good note brp just called and left me a message. gotta call'em back and get those mounts!! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

12-09-2009, 04:24 PM	#17
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Were you crying because of what you told her, or after her reaction? Trust me been there done that!

12-09-2009, 04:30 PM	#18
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) her reaction! dramatic and way over the top __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

12-09-2009, 04:32 PM	#19
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) To you. Not to her! That much I have learned over the years of being married.

12-09-2009, 04:35 PM	#20
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) i'm a slow learner. i'm about to hit the 'ol card again on the mounts and headers!!!! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

12-09-2009, 04:36 PM	#21
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) We'll be praying for your safety. God Speed Dennis!



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12-09-2009, 04:49 PM	#22
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) you should see this new puppy i got her last night. i'll post a pic... no expense spared. i'll be alright!! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

12-09-2009, 05:06 PM	#23
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) You sly dog you! You'll be alright until the dog tears something of hers up, then you'll be out in the doghouse with the dog.

12-09-2009, 05:15 PM	#25
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