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*1sik52* · 12-01-2008, 02:19 PM

I have changed out my wheels to some Billet Specialties

*1sik52* · 12-01-2008, 02:23 PM

From this

To this in exactly 2 years!

From this

To this!

If anyone has any questions feel free to ask.

**youngrodder** · 12-01-2008, 03:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1sik52

I have changed out my wheels to some Billet Specialties

What size are these new wheels? Also how about the back spacing.
I assume the tire size stayed the same.

I am kicking around going with 20/22 combo.

What made you decide to go with an LS1 since you build it the other motor. No complaints the LS1 looks good.

Thanks
Marc

Kid · 12-01-2008, 07:13 PM

killer truck! I like how you've put together alot of before & after pictures. Makes for good viewing. Did you drive it with the SBC before replacing with the LS? I did not, so I was wandering how much dif. you noticed between power plants.

junkman1jmc · 12-01-2008, 07:50 PM

the ls1 looks really good . i can't wait to start on mine. i hope to have it runnin and drivin by your show . it will still be rusty but it will layout. i'll be with trent {blue camro}i hope you like it.

*1sik52* · 12-01-2008, 09:48 PM

Marc - The new tire combo is

front - Rim 20x8.5 w/ 5.25BS
Rear - Rim 20x8.5 w/ 4.50BS
Tires are 245/35/ZR20

Kid - Yes I drove it for a year with the SBC. I came across a smokin deal on the LS1 so I jumped on it. The difference is like night and day! Probably the best thing i have done for the truck. I own a 06 GTO w/LS2 and I would compare driving my 52 to the Goat!!!

Junkman - Just let me know if you need any tips on your build. The best fun that i had was building my truck. Thats the reason why I bought my wife the 72 Blazer was so I could build it!!!!

**youngrodder** · 12-01-2008, 10:20 PM

One last question. What did you use to fasten the rod door panels? I have heard they suggest velcro but it does not hold the panels that well.

Thanks
Marc

*1sik52* · 12-01-2008, 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by youngrodder

One last question. What did you use to fasten the rod door panels? I have heard they suggest velcro but it does not hold the panels that well.

Thanks
Marc

I used those metal door panel clips. drilled holes in the plastic part of the panels and inserted the clips. You also have to drill holes in the doors to allow the clips to attach to the doors.

55dude · 12-02-2008, 04:04 AM

love the color! its nice to see the pic's of the complete build. i know what shade of green that is "$$ franklin green!"

Kabwe · 12-02-2008, 12:50 PM

Really nice truck, and the green is just kicking.

*1sik52* · 12-02-2008, 03:53 PM

Thanks! I probably changed my mind about a dozen times on what color i was going to paint it during the build before I finally picked the green.

nickp51chevy · 12-06-2008, 12:12 AM

god damn thats a nice truck.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 12-06-2008, 02:51 PM

That truck rocks....

pgf545 · 12-07-2008, 10:52 AM

1sik, I can't tell but did you weld up around the steering column...the horse shoe area in the dash? I am going to be installing the column in a few weeks and have been pondering the column drop and how to make that area look clean.

Bernie

50adrod · 12-07-2008, 11:41 AM

is that air cleaner/mass airflow sensor from street and performance? I am putting a 5.3 in mine and want to do something like that. I do not want all the tubing

*1sik52* · 12-07-2008, 04:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 50adrod

is that air cleaner/mass airflow sensor from street and performance? I am putting a 5.3 in mine and want to do something like that. I do not want all the tubing

Yes it is!

nebdrummer · 12-11-2008, 10:49 PM

sir, you do have an amazing truck, i hope to go some where along the lines of what you have accieved.

ive been building my truck since 14, now 21 and spending every damned dollar i have on it, im doning an engine swap and a pretty wild interior. i was just curious if you had anymore pictures of your headliner and rear cab cover? who did it or who did ya get it from? im really likin that.

beautiful.. beautifull. uggh.

*1sik52* · 12-11-2008, 11:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nebdrummer

sir, you do have an amazing truck, i hope to go some where along the lines of what you have accieved.

ive been building my truck since 14, now 21 and spending every damned dollar i have on it, im doning an engine swap and a pretty wild interior. i was just curious if you had anymore pictures of your headliner and rear cab cover? who did it or who did ya get it from? im really likin that.

beautiful.. beautifull. uggh.

Thank You very much. I will post pics of the headliner and back wall tomorrow. The back wall they created it and covered it in leather. The headliner is a fiberglass piece (cant remember where I bought it) that is covered in leather with suede insert.

Quote:

Originally Posted by pgf545

1sik, I can't tell but did you weld up around the steering column...the horse shoe area in the dash? I am going to be installing the column in a few weeks and have been pondering the column drop and how to make that area look clean.

Bernie

Yes, I welded that area up to clean up the dash.

Daniel U · 12-13-2008, 03:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1sik52

From this

If anyone has any questions feel free to ask.

What size wheels are these? I want to use a GM rally wheel when I'm finished. I even like this ride hieght.

Daniel U · 12-13-2008, 03:19 PM

Any side shots?

*1sik52* · 12-14-2008, 12:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daniel U

What size wheels are these? I want to use a GM rally wheel when I'm finished. I even like this ride hieght.

Those were 15x8 ralley wheels

joeys66pickup · 12-15-2008, 05:14 PM

Why does everyone install Bear Claw latches...is there a plus side to them

**youngrodder** · 12-15-2008, 05:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joeys66pickup

Why does everyone install Bear Claw latches...is there a plus side to them

Only that your doors stay shut.....

Plus if you are shaving the outside door handles and going with aftermarket interior door handles, the bear claw latch is easier to work with.

Marc

joeys66pickup · 12-15-2008, 05:47 PM

who needs a door that Stays Shut?

hahaha thanks

50adrod · 12-15-2008, 09:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joeys66pickup

you needs a door that Stays Shut?

hahaha thanks

maybe not to important with the original stock top speed, but not good at 80 mph

12-01-2008, 02:19 PM	#26
1sik52 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Gulfport, Ms Posts: 833	Re: Project Farm Truck I have changed out my wheels to some Billet Specialties

12-01-2008, 02:23 PM	#27
1sik52 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Gulfport, Ms Posts: 833	Re: Project Farm Truck From this To this in exactly 2 years! From this To this! If anyone has any questions feel free to ask.

12-01-2008, 07:13 PM	#29
Kid Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Kansas Posts: 702	Re: Project Farm Truck killer truck! I like how you've put together alot of before & after pictures. Makes for good viewing. Did you drive it with the SBC before replacing with the LS? I did not, so I was wandering how much dif. you noticed between power plants. __________________ The kid Build threads: 51 Jimmy http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=154951 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=219902 http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 68 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ad.php?t=50348

12-01-2008, 07:50 PM	#30
junkman1jmc Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: memphis tn Posts: 92	Re: Project Farm Truck the ls1 looks really good . i can't wait to start on mine. i hope to have it runnin and drivin by your show . it will still be rusty but it will layout. i'll be with trent {blue camro}i hope you like it.

12-01-2008, 09:48 PM	#31
1sik52 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Gulfport, Ms Posts: 833	Re: Project Farm Truck Marc - The new tire combo is front - Rim 20x8.5 w/ 5.25BS Rear - Rim 20x8.5 w/ 4.50BS Tires are 245/35/ZR20 Kid - Yes I drove it for a year with the SBC. I came across a smokin deal on the LS1 so I jumped on it. The difference is like night and day! Probably the best thing i have done for the truck. I own a 06 GTO w/LS2 and I would compare driving my 52 to the Goat!!! Junkman - Just let me know if you need any tips on your build. The best fun that i had was building my truck. Thats the reason why I bought my wife the 72 Blazer was so I could build it!!!!

12-01-2008, 10:20 PM	#32
youngrodder Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Scotts, Michigan Posts: 3,765	Re: Project Farm Truck One last question. What did you use to fasten the rod door panels? I have heard they suggest velcro but it does not hold the panels that well. Thanks Marc

12-02-2008, 04:04 AM	#34
55dude Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: tacoma wa. Posts: 1,037	Re: Project Farm Truck love the color! its nice to see the pic's of the complete build. i know what shade of green that is "$$ franklin green!"

12-02-2008, 12:50 PM	#35
Kabwe Certified Car Nut Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inglewood, California Posts: 3,118	Re: Project Farm Truck Really nice truck, and the green is just kicking.

12-02-2008, 03:53 PM	#36
1sik52 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Gulfport, Ms Posts: 833	Re: Project Farm Truck Thanks! I probably changed my mind about a dozen times on what color i was going to paint it during the build before I finally picked the green.

12-06-2008, 12:12 AM	#37
nickp51chevy Registered Chevy Owner Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Snohomish, wa Posts: 1,557	Re: Project Farm Truck god damn thats a nice truck. __________________ Love is fleeting, but Chevy trucks are forever!!!! 1970 Chevy CST C10 long box 350/400 2008 Chevy Silverado short box 4x4 Had; 1951 Chevy short box 307/T5 1988 Chevy shot box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C20 long box 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 350/350

12-06-2008, 02:51 PM	#38
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,591	Re: Project Farm Truck That truck rocks.... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

12-07-2008, 10:52 AM	#39
pgf545 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Santa Fe,Texas Posts: 933	Re: Project Farm Truck 1sik, I can't tell but did you weld up around the steering column...the horse shoe area in the dash? I am going to be installing the column in a few weeks and have been pondering the column drop and how to make that area look clean. Bernie __________________ 52 Chevy Truck (Dad's) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=206021

12-07-2008, 11:41 AM	#40
50adrod Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Louisiana Posts: 493	Re: Project Farm Truck is that air cleaner/mass airflow sensor from street and performance? I am putting a 5.3 in mine and want to do something like that. I do not want all the tubing __________________ 1971 Corvette convertible 454@ 525 hp 1936 Chevy Truck street rod 1952 Chevy truck hot rod build http://www.killbillet.com/showthread...2-Chevy-Cut-up 1964 F 100 custom street rod http://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/12...mark-viii.html 1950 custom Chevy Truck

12-11-2008, 10:49 PM	#42
nebdrummer Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Nebraska Posts: 390	Re: Project Farm Truck sir, you do have an amazing truck, i hope to go some where along the lines of what you have accieved. ive been building my truck since 14, now 21 and spending every damned dollar i have on it, im doning an engine swap and a pretty wild interior. i was just curious if you had anymore pictures of your headliner and rear cab cover? who did it or who did ya get it from? im really likin that. beautiful.. beautifull. uggh.

12-13-2008, 03:19 PM	#45
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Project Farm Truck Any side shots? __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe



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