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JAA · 09-13-2012, 09:34 PM

Yeah man, doin' work! I am really wanting to see how this progresses. I have yet to see anyone follow through and finish using the late model frame.

**fakerwade** · 09-13-2012, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by JAA

Yeah man, doin' work! I am really wanting to see how this progresses. I have yet to see anyone follow through and finish using the late model frame.

Oooh, ouch!! That stings!!

OK, enough of the pity party,, check out DREWSKIREN's build YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN,,, yep it's finished.

birdistheword · 09-13-2012, 10:40 PM

This is a pretty awsome build keep it up.

JAA · 09-13-2012, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by fakerwade

Oooh, ouch!! That stings!!

OK, enough of the pity party,, check out DREWSKIREN's build YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN,,, yep it's finished.

Definitely not a hit towards you! lol, I actually thought about that after I posted it. And I meant with a 4wd. I should have stated that. I've read all of Drew's build thread.

**fakerwade** · 09-13-2012, 10:58 PM

No offense taken!

I think this diesel build should be one to watch. He can get some good ideas from both Drew's and my build. Can't wait to see how it turns out.

mjensen · 09-13-2012, 11:45 PM

Okay, I'm in for the ride. Looking great so far!

1tonwannabe · 09-14-2012, 07:42 PM

Today I started measuring the 2003 radiator and inter-cooler. It's huge.

The core support is going to get a makeover. It will be a while before I get pics up of the modification. I have to go buy some metal.

1tonwannabe · 09-15-2012, 03:48 AM

Cool build so far Fakerwade. Wish I found it sooner.
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1tonwannabe · 09-15-2012, 03:52 AM

For anyone messing with a newer frame. I found out by accident that WD-40 removes that wax / tar coating on the frame. Scrape off as much as you can with a putty knife, then spray it with WD-40 and wipe it clean.
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1tonwannabe · 09-15-2012, 04:01 AM

I've been watching Drew's build. I would love to do a crewcab build. One thing at a time though.
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**fakerwade** · 09-15-2012, 05:23 AM

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Originally Posted by 1tonwannabe

Cool build so far Fakerwade. Wish I found it sooner.
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Thanks for the compliment!! I was mentioning Drew's build because I thought he had used a newer frame. Maybe I was mistaken,,, I'll have to go back and take a look. Thanks again for checking out my build.

Pop's C-10 · 09-15-2012, 06:27 AM

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Originally Posted by fakerwade

Thanks for the compliment!! I was mentioning Drew's build because I thought he had used a newer frame. Maybe I was mistaken,,, I'll have to go back and take a look. Thanks again for checking out my build.

He used a 2002 ex-cab i believe

1tonwannabe · 09-27-2012, 03:19 AM

I'm about half way done with the core support. I'll post some pics later.
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no moa · 09-27-2012, 07:33 AM

wow, nice build!

1tonwannabe · 09-28-2012, 01:49 AM

Do any of you guys know of a good quality paint and body shop in or near Ohio. I' m trying to get this ready for paint and body by this winter.
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**Dieselwrencher** · 09-28-2012, 06:08 PM

If you would like to get an idea on a modded core support, check out Ryanroo's build thread. He just modified his chevy support for a dodge rad and intercooler. Maybe it'll help you out on where to start.

1tonwannabe · 10-01-2012, 05:05 PM

Here's what I have so far. I'm picking up more sheet metal tommorrow. I used 1"x3" 1/8" thick steel tubing to frame out the cooler and radiator. I still have to cut out the front part of the core support so the opening matches the radiator.

1tonwannabe · 10-01-2012, 05:07 PM

It uses the same mounts as the 2003.

1tonwannabe · 10-01-2012, 05:11 PM

Christmas came early. My truck came with a Toolbox on the passenger side of the bed. My door was rusted out, but everything else was good. The doors are very expensive, if you can find a good one. I was going to fill in the bedside and not have the toolbox anymore but I couldn't do it. It's too cool to cover up. So I bit the bullet and bought one. Luckily I sold one of my frames to cover the cost.

1tonwannabe · 10-01-2012, 05:17 PM

Here's a pic of my first build. A 1969 Chevelle from California (no rust). I got it when I was in the Army, stationed in Ft. Irwin. I built it When I had nothing better to do with my money. It's got a 435 HP 350 sb. Eventually I'll put an LS motor in it. All hotchkis suspension, and it's blacked out.

McMurray76 · 10-02-2012, 06:01 PM

Gonna be a cool truck! I'm watching this for sure

**driller35** · 10-02-2012, 06:25 PM

Rite on with the build

RatRod68 · 10-04-2012, 12:27 PM

SCRIBED! Schweet build so far man!

1tonwannabe · 10-10-2012, 08:55 PM

Okay I have finished the core support. All I have to do is mount it to the frame. I already know how I am going to do it. I still need to put the Headlight buckets on the core support. Here are the pics.
The first one is the top mount for the radiator. It uses the factory bushing from the 2003 truck.

1tonwannabe · 10-10-2012, 08:57 PM

Sorry for the blurry pics.
Next is the core support in the truck.

09-13-2012, 09:34 PM	#26
JAA Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Benton, Arkansas Posts: 75	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis Yeah man, doin' work! I am really wanting to see how this progresses. I have yet to see anyone follow through and finish using the late model frame. __________________ Jerry

09-13-2012, 10:40 PM	#28
birdistheword Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Tacoma, Washington Posts: 236	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis This is a pretty awsome build keep it up.

09-13-2012, 10:58 PM	#30
fakerwade Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Lewiston, ID. Posts: 628	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis No offense taken! I think this diesel build should be one to watch. He can get some good ideas from both Drew's and my build. Can't wait to see how it turns out. __________________ Wade , JUST WALK AWAY, AND I'LL SPARE YOUR LIVES!!! , Build thread "TANGERINE" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=498570 Board Members Met: bigblock68, ol_skool_chevy ,68TT,atvpro

09-13-2012, 11:45 PM	#31
mjensen Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 1,562	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis Okay, I'm in for the ride. Looking great so far! __________________ Mike '69 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Build Thread

09-14-2012, 07:42 PM	#32
1tonwannabe Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Johnstown, Ohio Posts: 150	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis Today I started measuring the 2003 radiator and inter-cooler. It's huge. The core support is going to get a makeover. It will be a while before I get pics up of the modification. I have to go buy some metal.

09-15-2012, 03:48 AM	#33
1tonwannabe Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Johnstown, Ohio Posts: 150	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis Cool build so far Fakerwade. Wish I found it sooner. Posted via Mobile Device

09-15-2012, 03:52 AM	#34
1tonwannabe Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Johnstown, Ohio Posts: 150	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis For anyone messing with a newer frame. I found out by accident that WD-40 removes that wax / tar coating on the frame. Scrape off as much as you can with a putty knife, then spray it with WD-40 and wipe it clean. Posted via Mobile Device

09-15-2012, 04:01 AM	#35
1tonwannabe Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Johnstown, Ohio Posts: 150	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis I've been watching Drew's build. I would love to do a crewcab build. One thing at a time though. Posted via Mobile Device

09-27-2012, 03:19 AM	#38
1tonwannabe Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Johnstown, Ohio Posts: 150	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis I'm about half way done with the core support. I'll post some pics later. Posted via Mobile Device

09-27-2012, 07:33 AM	#39
no moa Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: maine Posts: 2,315	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis wow, nice build! __________________ 1972 C10 Deluxe.Shortbed. 402/400. A/C, white interior, needs complete restore. Project Red, white and blue. Used to be a Longbed apperently. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451950 1971 c10 step 250 3 OTT 1969 c30 TOW-MATER. 307 4 speed, holmes 440 body. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=451082 2006 CTS-V LS2 6spd.

09-28-2012, 01:49 AM	#40
1tonwannabe Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Johnstown, Ohio Posts: 150	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis Do any of you guys know of a good quality paint and body shop in or near Ohio. I' m trying to get this ready for paint and body by this winter. Posted via Mobile Device

09-28-2012, 06:08 PM	#41
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis If you would like to get an idea on a modded core support, check out Ryanroo's build thread. He just modified his chevy support for a dodge rad and intercooler. Maybe it'll help you out on where to start. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

10-01-2012, 05:05 PM	#42
1tonwannabe Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Johnstown, Ohio Posts: 150	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis Here's what I have so far. I'm picking up more sheet metal tommorrow. I used 1"x3" 1/8" thick steel tubing to frame out the cooler and radiator. I still have to cut out the front part of the core support so the opening matches the radiator.

10-01-2012, 05:07 PM	#43
1tonwannabe Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Johnstown, Ohio Posts: 150	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis It uses the same mounts as the 2003.

10-01-2012, 05:11 PM	#44
1tonwannabe Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Johnstown, Ohio Posts: 150	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis Christmas came early. My truck came with a Toolbox on the passenger side of the bed. My door was rusted out, but everything else was good. The doors are very expensive, if you can find a good one. I was going to fill in the bedside and not have the toolbox anymore but I couldn't do it. It's too cool to cover up. So I bit the bullet and bought one. Luckily I sold one of my frames to cover the cost.



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10-01-2012, 05:17 PM	#45
1tonwannabe Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Johnstown, Ohio Posts: 150	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis Here's a pic of my first build. A 1969 Chevelle from California (no rust). I got it when I was in the Army, stationed in Ft. Irwin. I built it When I had nothing better to do with my money. It's got a 435 HP 350 sb. Eventually I'll put an LS motor in it. All hotchkis suspension, and it's blacked out.

10-02-2012, 06:01 PM	#46
McMurray76 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Columbus ohio Posts: 109	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis Gonna be a cool truck! I'm watching this for sure

10-02-2012, 06:25 PM	#47
driller35 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Calgary,AB Posts: 323	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis Rite on with the build __________________ 72 Chev Cheyenne Super SB 4x4 350,4spd,buckets, tilt,tach,am-fm,extreme tow hooks,Canadian Model Production 1 of 52 SOLD 70 Chev CST, 350 auto, PS, PB, AC, tach

10-04-2012, 12:27 PM	#48
RatRod68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kentucky Posts: 828	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis SCRIBED! Schweet build so far man! __________________ build Threads: Nasty 68 C10. My lil hotrod Leftovers 68 C20 D-Ranged Ford Ranger on steroids Semper Fi

10-10-2012, 08:55 PM	#49
1tonwannabe Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Johnstown, Ohio Posts: 150	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis Okay I have finished the core support. All I have to do is mount it to the frame. I already know how I am going to do it. I still need to put the Headlight buckets on the core support. Here are the pics. The first one is the top mount for the radiator. It uses the factory bushing from the 2003 truck.

10-10-2012, 08:57 PM	#50
1tonwannabe Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Johnstown, Ohio Posts: 150	Re: 1972 GMC Using 2003 Chevy 2500HD duramax Chassis Sorry for the blurry pics. Next is the core support in the truck.

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