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Car'n'Guitars · 09-29-2012, 10:35 PM

Looks awesome, that will be a fun truck to drive.

77BBGMC · 09-30-2012, 10:05 PM

Cool build! The motor looks to pretty to cover up!
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mr.chevyblack · 10-02-2012, 02:10 AM

you can get that i/c in there with out cutting for turn singals you'll have to reset the i/c im running the same 94-02 i/c with ac. with your twins will you be able to keep your ac?

eric28miller · 10-04-2012, 09:34 PM

Thanks guys haha love your comments!

The front sulastics added about 2 inches of lift to the front and nothing to the rear which i had to add blocks.. They are not intended for front axles but i made it work, which was more work then was probably worth it... Had to brace the rear leaf shackles, add 8 degree shims, and a 3rd link. Looking back i wish i would've went with a coil conversion.

The intercooler is from a 95 2nd gen dodge. To avoid cutting the lights i'd have to gut the core support wouldn't I? I'm trying to keep as much clearance from the injection pump cover so i can quickly change the adjustable timing gear..

Sorry i don't have any updated pics yet but were in the middle of harvest so there's no such thing as spare time

I did talk to my painter today, he practiced the white pearl paint on a mailbox. He's not very excited to do the whole truck since there's 4 stages of pearl coats then multiple clear coats! haha I bet he regrets the price he quoted me now, i'll have to give him a nice big tip if he does a good job. Should have some pics from him this saturday.

turbo350 · 10-04-2012, 10:06 PM

Man thats impressive! The engine looks like a work of fine art.

suspect · 10-07-2012, 10:47 AM

That truck is a beast.

legendman · 10-15-2012, 01:26 PM

This thread is making me want to build one of these. Awesome work so far.

FrankieD · 10-15-2012, 01:49 PM

This will be a awsone build to watch I live the square bodys I've owned a bunch of them.
I'm infor the ride. I would probably trade my 70 if I could find a nice 4X4 square body.

eric28miller · 10-18-2012, 09:48 PM

Here's an update, got the roll cage finished. Didn't turn out too bad for the first one i've ever built.. A lot of welding burns but it was worth it. The last guy with this motor died, I don't want to be the 2nd!

And got the paint tested mailbox, turned out sweet!!!

Mattman2010 · 10-18-2012, 11:48 PM

That's looking good man. Nice work on the cage. And I really like the color too!
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Car'n'Guitars · 10-22-2012, 06:59 PM

Does your cage go to the frame or is it just in the cab?

DBLSPRT68 · 10-26-2012, 10:23 AM

WOW!!!!! This truck is AWSOME!!!!! You've got mad skills man, and great taste

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patti · 10-27-2012, 05:13 PM

Man this is gonna be a bad truck i want a crew cab bad
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eric28miller · 10-28-2012, 11:25 AM

LOL Thanks guys!

The cage is just welded to the cab floor where the cab braces are.

Got the rear Ford King Ranch seats mounted yesterday, took most of the day..
Bought a 5x50" 3/16ths plate, drilled and welded bolts to it and welded it to the floor. Then made another plate for the front support braces which had to be shortened which restricted the distance the seats folded forward. But at least they still fold forward so I can access the amp and subs which should fit nicely.

Thanks for the comments! Here's some pics:

owner 84 · 10-28-2012, 11:41 AM

keep uploading pics

your work is awesome, I enjoyed it

ccrane0044 · 10-29-2012, 12:25 AM

Amazing build. Defiantly a dream truck.
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DBear · 12-02-2012, 01:05 AM

Can you elaborate on those Sulastic shackles....so they are not for the fronts? I am building a 74 K30 with a 12 valve and would like to have the best ride possible. I do not wanna lift it though...looking for stock look. thanks and very nice work on your project.

kikkegek · 12-02-2012, 06:45 AM

nice build man!

that engine is just pure eye-candy...love it

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eric28miller · 12-02-2012, 08:25 PM

Thanks guys,
I don't know how well the shackles will work yet until i drive the truck. I would definitely recommend them for the rear and they won't add any lift. But as for the front do a coil conversion. I wish i would've looking back, it was a lot of screwing around to make them work.

Here are some pics my painter sent me,

I made this crude picture to give me an idea of how the paint i want will look,

The Mickey Thompson 16x12" rims came in. First pic i just finished Clear Finishing them so they never corrode or lose their shine.

You're gonna love these next pics, Mickey Thompson Baja MTZ (36x15.50R16)375/65R16's!!! Weigh in at 90lbs. a piece!

Before

After

1" rear spacer's

eric28miller · 12-09-2012, 01:38 PM

Some recent pics:

Installed the nerf bar on the driver's side. Debating whether i like em or not, but they're kind of a necessity since the rocker panel is at my hip..
What do you guys think, Yay or Nay?

eric28miller · 12-16-2012, 11:18 PM

Made a firewall support for the clutch master cylinder yesterday. Also threw in the new steering column with tilt and the SWEET steering wheel my fiance got me for Christmas!

MTCK · 12-17-2012, 12:13 AM

Good progress. I like the product placement with the Busch.
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bohmankid · 12-17-2012, 12:31 AM

Awesome truck. I'll bet that color POPS in the sun. I say keep the nerf bars, they look killer. You're doin it right.
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arrover · 12-17-2012, 12:15 PM

This is an awesome build! Thank you for sharing your progress pictures.

WillieloRidez · 12-17-2012, 03:40 PM

All i can say is BADASS!!!!!!

09-29-2012, 10:35 PM	#26
Car'n'Guitars Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 1,308	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap Looks awesome, that will be a fun truck to drive. __________________ 1985 Chevrolet K10 Custom Deluxe---SOLD 1997 Ram 2500 5.9 Cummins 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 1987 Chevrolet K10 Silverado "The Beast" build 1987 Silverado http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6150257

09-30-2012, 10:05 PM	#27
77BBGMC Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 357	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap Cool build! The motor looks to pretty to cover up! Posted via Mobile Device

10-02-2012, 02:10 AM	#28
mr.chevyblack Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: newman lk, washington Posts: 97	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap you can get that i/c in there with out cutting for turn singals you'll have to reset the i/c im running the same 94-02 i/c with ac. with your twins will you be able to keep your ac?

10-04-2012, 09:34 PM	#29
eric28miller Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cascade, Iowa Posts: 130	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap Thanks guys haha love your comments! The front sulastics added about 2 inches of lift to the front and nothing to the rear which i had to add blocks.. They are not intended for front axles but i made it work, which was more work then was probably worth it... Had to brace the rear leaf shackles, add 8 degree shims, and a 3rd link. Looking back i wish i would've went with a coil conversion. The intercooler is from a 95 2nd gen dodge. To avoid cutting the lights i'd have to gut the core support wouldn't I? I'm trying to keep as much clearance from the injection pump cover so i can quickly change the adjustable timing gear.. Sorry i don't have any updated pics yet but were in the middle of harvest so there's no such thing as spare time I did talk to my painter today, he practiced the white pearl paint on a mailbox. He's not very excited to do the whole truck since there's 4 stages of pearl coats then multiple clear coats! haha I bet he regrets the price he quoted me now, i'll have to give him a nice big tip if he does a good job. Should have some pics from him this saturday.

10-04-2012, 10:06 PM	#30
turbo350 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Twin Cities, MN Posts: 316	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap Man thats impressive! The engine looks like a work of fine art.

10-07-2012, 10:47 AM	#31
suspect Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 692	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap That truck is a beast. __________________ Daniel 68 C10 Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=503594 Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.

10-15-2012, 01:49 PM	#33
FrankieD Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Gilberts IL. Posts: 2,488	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap This will be a awsone build to watch I live the square bodys I've owned a bunch of them. I'm infor the ride. I would probably trade my 70 if I could find a nice 4X4 square body. __________________ 94 k2500 EXCab Long Bed 350ci New Toy 95 K2500 Suburban New PlowTruck 454ci Support our Troops @ http://anyairman.com http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/

10-18-2012, 09:48 PM	#34
eric28miller Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cascade, Iowa Posts: 130	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap Here's an update, got the roll cage finished. Didn't turn out too bad for the first one i've ever built.. A lot of welding burns but it was worth it. The last guy with this motor died, I don't want to be the 2nd! And got the paint tested mailbox, turned out sweet!!!

10-18-2012, 11:48 PM	#35
Mattman2010 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Pittsburg, KS Posts: 953	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap That's looking good man. Nice work on the cage. And I really like the color too! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1980 K10 - 6.2L Diesel/SM465/NP205 Build Thread 1984 K30 CC Dually - "The Tank" 12V Cummins/Nv4500/Np205/D60/D70HD 4" lift & 37's Build Thread 1960 C-60 Dump Truck Make it road worthy! Thread

10-22-2012, 06:59 PM	#36
Car'n'Guitars Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 1,308	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap Does your cage go to the frame or is it just in the cab? __________________ 1985 Chevrolet K10 Custom Deluxe---SOLD 1997 Ram 2500 5.9 Cummins 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 1987 Chevrolet K10 Silverado "The Beast" build 1987 Silverado http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6150257

10-26-2012, 10:23 AM	#37
DBLSPRT68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Ft. Mill, SC USA Posts: 931	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap WOW!!!!! This truck is AWSOME!!!!! You've got mad skills man, and great taste Subscribed to this killer build __________________ PROJECT TRUCK: 1985 SWB C10 Silverado Black/Charcoal, 1990 V2500 Suburban, 2018 Suburban, 2005 GMC 2500HD CCSB, 2014 Toyota Camry SE, HAD.....1968 Camaro RS/SS Family owned since new; 350 3 speed SOLD

10-27-2012, 05:13 PM	#38
patti Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Anderson, South Carolina Posts: 27	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap Man this is gonna be a bad truck i want a crew cab bad Posted via Mobile Device

10-28-2012, 11:25 AM	#39
eric28miller Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cascade, Iowa Posts: 130	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap LOL Thanks guys! The cage is just welded to the cab floor where the cab braces are. Got the rear Ford King Ranch seats mounted yesterday, took most of the day.. Bought a 5x50" 3/16ths plate, drilled and welded bolts to it and welded it to the floor. Then made another plate for the front support braces which had to be shortened which restricted the distance the seats folded forward. But at least they still fold forward so I can access the amp and subs which should fit nicely. Thanks for the comments! Here's some pics:

10-28-2012, 11:41 AM	#40
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10-29-2012, 12:25 AM	#41
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12-02-2012, 01:05 AM	#42
DBear Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Rowlett, TX Posts: 865	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap Can you elaborate on those Sulastic shackles....so they are not for the fronts? I am building a 74 K30 with a 12 valve and would like to have the best ride possible. I do not wanna lift it though...looking for stock look. thanks and very nice work on your project.

12-02-2012, 08:25 PM	#44
eric28miller Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cascade, Iowa Posts: 130	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap Thanks guys, I don't know how well the shackles will work yet until i drive the truck. I would definitely recommend them for the rear and they won't add any lift. But as for the front do a coil conversion. I wish i would've looking back, it was a lot of screwing around to make them work. Here are some pics my painter sent me, I made this crude picture to give me an idea of how the paint i want will look, The Mickey Thompson 16x12" rims came in. First pic i just finished Clear Finishing them so they never corrode or lose their shine. You're gonna love these next pics, Mickey Thompson Baja MTZ (36x15.50R16)375/65R16's!!! Weigh in at 90lbs. a piece! Before After 1" rear spacer's

12-09-2012, 01:38 PM	#45
eric28miller Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cascade, Iowa Posts: 130	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap Some recent pics: Installed the nerf bar on the driver's side. Debating whether i like em or not, but they're kind of a necessity since the rocker panel is at my hip.. What do you guys think, Yay or Nay?

12-16-2012, 11:18 PM	#46
eric28miller Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cascade, Iowa Posts: 130	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap Made a firewall support for the clutch master cylinder yesterday. Also threw in the new steering column with tilt and the SWEET steering wheel my fiance got me for Christmas!

12-17-2012, 12:13 AM	#47
MTCK Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Fairbanks, AK Posts: 1,830	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap Good progress. I like the product placement with the Busch. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ -Marcus 1991 V3500 L29 454 4L80E NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's 1984 K30 292 TH400 NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's flat bed 7'6" Meyer Plow 2022 Silverado 3500 L8T Project Daily Driver Project Heavy Hauler Project Plow Truck

12-17-2012, 12:31 AM	#48
bohmankid Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Salt Lake City, UT Posts: 520	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap Awesome truck. I'll bet that color POPS in the sun. I say keep the nerf bars, they look killer. You're doin it right. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ My 1985 GMC 4x4 LS swap build thread R.I.P. My 1978 Big Ten, Big Block build thread Moby: My Chevy 4x4 ls swap build thread

12-17-2012, 12:15 PM	#49
arrover Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: NW Arkansas Posts: 291	Re: 89 crew cab k20 4wd twin turbo cummins swap This is an awesome build! Thank you for sharing your progress pictures.

12-17-2012, 03:40 PM	#50
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