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**67cheby** · 07-16-2012, 01:55 PM

Great progress !!

shearjs · 07-16-2012, 02:03 PM

At least one pic for finally making it to the 2nd page...

shearjs · 07-16-2012, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by bigguy69

looking good

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by 67cheby

Great progress !!

Thanks 67cheby. Can't wait to see some paint on that cab of yours!

Tinkermc · 07-16-2012, 03:10 PM

I don't want 2 sound like a know it all but in pic 7 the spring on the right looks to be a bit short, looks a lot like the new ones I just got and all 4 of mine are 2 short. can't wait 2 see how they look. Your truck is looking good and I like the color

shearjs · 07-16-2012, 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Tinkermc

I don't want 2 sound like a know it all but in pic 7 the spring on the right looks to be a bit short, looks a lot like the new ones I just got and all 4 of mine are 2 short. can't wait 2 see how they look. Your truck is looking good and I like the color

I'm assuming that you're referencing post 7 where the 2 springs are sitting side by side on the rear trailing arm. The spring on the left is the stock spring that came on the truck and the spring on the right is a 6" drop spring that came with my ECE 4/6 drop kit. It really helped the looks of things, but I can not attest to how they feel on the road yet. Some day....some day. Thanks for checking things out. I always appreciate some feedback.

mcmlxix · 07-17-2012, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by shearjs

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How is the hood clearance? I have the same setup with CaptainFabs bracket and a 2005 GMC hydroboost / MC combo.....

Also, what are you doing for a proportioining valve/block? I picked up a Wilwood adjustable piece because I swapped to rear disc brakes. That MC uses a 7/16x24 fitting and most are 3/8x24.

shearjs · 07-17-2012, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by mcmlxix

How is the hood clearance? I have the same setup with CaptainFabs bracket and a 2005 GMC hydroboost / MC combo.....

Also, what are you doing for a proportioining valve/block? I picked up a Wilwood adjustable piece because I swapped to rear disc brakes. That MC uses a 7/16x24 fitting and most are 3/8x24.

With the hood latched, there's enough room to stick the tip of your fingers between the fill spout on the MC and the bottom of the hood, so I'd guess maybe 3/8"-1/2" clearance. I'm going to keep the 04 MC for now but I've been considering changing to a more period correct MC for the hydroboost. I haven't decided what to do with a proportioning valve yet, but was considering the Wilwood adjustable that you used. Thanks for the heads up on the fittings. I was unsure of the size. What did you do for your hoses?

mcmlxix · 07-17-2012, 09:17 AM

www.Kore3.com makes a really nice braided hose that I'll be using. I was thinking that I will probably run them from the proportioning valave to the frame as well to replace the coils in the hard line. It would absorb any amount of chassis flex and look cleaner. Still trying to figure out the specifics. AutoZone had a 3/16 hard line with the correct end on each side to go from the MC to the Wilwood valve....

Here is a link to some good brake tech ....CLICK HERE

shearjs · 07-17-2012, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by mcmlxix

www.Kore3.com makes a really nice braided hose that I'll be using. I was thinking that I will probably run them from the proportioning valave to the frame as well to replace the coils in the hard line. It would absorb any amount of chassis flex and look cleaner. Still trying to figure out the specifics. AutoZone had a 3/16 hard line with the correct end on each side to go from the MC to the Wilwood valve....

Here is a link to some good brake tech ....CLICK HERE

Kore3 makes some nice stuff. Did you make your own pressure hoses to run from your ps pump to hb to steering box? I was able to use the stock hoses but plan on taking the hose from the hb to the steering gear to a shop to have a different fitting put on to fit the steering box inlet. Thanks for the brake tech link...good stuff there.

mcmlxix · 07-17-2012, 05:13 PM

My power steering hoses were hacked off. I ended up buying -6 AN fitting for the HB and steering box. I'll have a local hose place make some AN hoses when I get to that point....

shearjs · 07-25-2012, 08:45 AM

No real progress lately, as things have been a little hectic. However, my soon to be grandmother-in-law, has temporarily handed me the keys to her 54 F*rd truck to cruise around in for our upcoming wedding. I know it's not a Chevy, but it does give me some motivation to get kicking on my own project and get it back on the road. Plus, anytime you can put some miles on a classic, it's a good day.

True 67 · 07-25-2012, 09:54 AM

Sweet...just keep the small projects going and eventually it will be done....

True

shearjs · 07-26-2012, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by True 67

Sweet...just keep the small projects going and eventually it will be done....

True

Thanks! Still plugging away at it. Thanks for checking in.

Tinkermc · 07-26-2012, 02:53 PM

nice lookin F*rd. May not be a GMC but I think I would drive it anyway, once in a while

tsali39 · 07-26-2012, 10:21 PM

Like your project. Four eyes rule!

VA72C10 · 07-27-2012, 12:16 AM

Great looking project!!!

missinfishin10 · 07-27-2012, 06:45 AM

Looks Great, I'm subscribed...

shearjs · 08-01-2012, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Tinkermc

nice lookin F*rd. May not be a GMC but I think I would drive it anyway, once in a while

Not too bad for an old heap. It's fun to get out and beat around in.

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Originally Posted by tsali39

Like your project. Four eyes rule!

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

Great looking project!!!

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by missinfishin10

Looks Great, I'm subscribed...

Thanks! I'm hoping for more frequent updates in the next few weeks.

shearjs · 09-24-2012, 01:01 PM

So it's been ages since I've posted any real progress. This past week I've dove head first back into my LS engine wiring harness. With any luck, I hope to have it wrapped up by the end of the week, and ready for a test fit on Saturday. I'll post some pictures soon.

Rusbuilt · 09-24-2012, 10:04 PM

Man your project is looking great! We will be having a swap meet in Nashville soon if you would like to come.. here is the link for the info..
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=541395

shearjs · 09-25-2012, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusbuilt

Man your project is looking great! We will be having a swap meet in Nashville soon if you would like to come.. here is the link for the info..
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=541395

Thanks man! I appreciate the feedback. A swap meet in Nashville sounds like a great idea. Always good to meet some local truck fellas. I'll check the schedule to see if I can make it. Thanks again for the invite.

Rusbuilt · 09-25-2012, 09:02 PM

Yes sir! Hope you can make it!

shearjs · 10-01-2012, 07:57 PM

Update!

I've finally been able to squeeze in a little time with the old girl again. The past week or so I've been back into the wiring. I have my wires ready to start creating a fuse box, and recently laid them out on an old 5.3 I have lying around to see how things are going to fit. Unfortunately I forgot to snap a picture of that.

Also had a chance to stick on new calipers and pads and mount some new tabs for the brake hoses.

And finally, I followed along with Hart_Rod's mounting of the gas pedal and created a bracket to mount it up. My brake pedal needs to be bent over slightly, but I think it fits under there pretty well.

slosteve · 10-01-2012, 08:13 PM

Is that a 'drive by wire' throttle assembly?

mcmlxix · 10-02-2012, 03:20 AM

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Originally Posted by slosteve

Is that a 'drive by wire' throttle assembly?

Yes. look close and yo uwill see the connector on top... This looks like where mine will be as well....

07-16-2012, 01:55 PM	#26
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration Great progress !! __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

07-16-2012, 02:03 PM	#27
shearjs Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Thompsons Station, TN Posts: 700	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration At least one pic for finally making it to the 2nd page... Attached Images __________________ -Jason '72 Family Hauler Rufus' Restoration - 70 GMC, LS swap - SOLD

07-16-2012, 03:10 PM	#29
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration I don't want 2 sound like a know it all but in pic 7 the spring on the right looks to be a bit short, looks a lot like the new ones I just got and all 4 of mine are 2 short. can't wait 2 see how they look. Your truck is looking good and I like the color

07-17-2012, 09:17 AM	#33
mcmlxix Collector of Projects Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 3,106	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration www.Kore3.com makes a really nice braided hose that I'll be using. I was thinking that I will probably run them from the proportioning valave to the frame as well to replace the coils in the hard line. It would absorb any amount of chassis flex and look cleaner. Still trying to figure out the specifics. AutoZone had a 3/16 hard line with the correct end on each side to go from the MC to the Wilwood valve.... Here is a link to some good brake tech ....CLICK HERE __________________ Rich 1972 K5 Blazer CST Click HERE D60 BIG BRAKE UPGRADE Click HERE

07-17-2012, 05:13 PM	#35
mcmlxix Collector of Projects Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 3,106	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration My power steering hoses were hacked off. I ended up buying -6 AN fitting for the HB and steering box. I'll have a local hose place make some AN hoses when I get to that point.... __________________ Rich 1972 K5 Blazer CST Click HERE D60 BIG BRAKE UPGRADE Click HERE

07-25-2012, 08:45 AM	#36
shearjs Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Thompsons Station, TN Posts: 700	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration No real progress lately, as things have been a little hectic. However, my soon to be grandmother-in-law, has temporarily handed me the keys to her 54 F*rd truck to cruise around in for our upcoming wedding. I know it's not a Chevy, but it does give me some motivation to get kicking on my own project and get it back on the road. Plus, anytime you can put some miles on a classic, it's a good day. Attached Images __________________ -Jason '72 Family Hauler Rufus' Restoration - 70 GMC, LS swap - SOLD

07-25-2012, 09:54 AM	#37
True 67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Austell, Ga Posts: 151	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration Sweet...just keep the small projects going and eventually it will be done.... True

07-26-2012, 02:53 PM	#39
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration nice lookin F*rd. May not be a GMC but I think I would drive it anyway, once in a while

07-26-2012, 10:21 PM	#40
tsali39 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Yadkin Valley North Carolina Posts: 238	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration Like your project. Four eyes rule! __________________ Eddie

07-27-2012, 12:16 AM	#41
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration Great looking project!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

07-27-2012, 06:45 AM	#42
missinfishin10 Amazed Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Dahlonega Georgia Posts: 486	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration Looks Great, I'm subscribed... __________________ 71 LWB Fleetside 1950 3100 Original Project!

09-24-2012, 01:01 PM	#44
shearjs Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Thompsons Station, TN Posts: 700	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration So it's been ages since I've posted any real progress. This past week I've dove head first back into my LS engine wiring harness. With any luck, I hope to have it wrapped up by the end of the week, and ready for a test fit on Saturday. I'll post some pictures soon. __________________ -Jason '72 Family Hauler Rufus' Restoration - 70 GMC, LS swap - SOLD

09-24-2012, 10:04 PM	#45
Rusbuilt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 5,381	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration Man your project is looking great! We will be having a swap meet in Nashville soon if you would like to come.. here is the link for the info.. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=541395 __________________ -Rus PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULINPaypal donations accepted @ rus1785@yahoo.com Rusbuilt's garage 1968 Chevy C-30 Darcy SOLD Rusbuilt shop truck *SOLD*

09-25-2012, 09:02 PM	#47
Rusbuilt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 5,381	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration Yes sir! Hope you can make it! __________________ -Rus PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULINPaypal donations accepted @ rus1785@yahoo.com Rusbuilt's garage 1968 Chevy C-30 Darcy SOLD Rusbuilt shop truck *SOLD*

10-01-2012, 07:57 PM	#48
shearjs Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Thompsons Station, TN Posts: 700	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration Update! I've finally been able to squeeze in a little time with the old girl again. The past week or so I've been back into the wiring. I have my wires ready to start creating a fuse box, and recently laid them out on an old 5.3 I have lying around to see how things are going to fit. Unfortunately I forgot to snap a picture of that. Also had a chance to stick on new calipers and pads and mount some new tabs for the brake hoses. And finally, I followed along with Hart_Rod's mounting of the gas pedal and created a bracket to mount it up. My brake pedal needs to be bent over slightly, but I think it fits under there pretty well. Attached Images __________________ -Jason '72 Family Hauler Rufus' Restoration - 70 GMC, LS swap - SOLD Last edited by shearjs; 10-09-2012 at 08:20 PM.



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10-01-2012, 08:13 PM	#49
slosteve Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Lake Havasu City, AZ Posts: 52	Re: Project: Rufus Restoration Is that a 'drive by wire' throttle assembly?

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