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VA72C10 · 08-17-2011, 05:48 PM

That looks GREAT! Love the look, color, and the army holders sound cool!!!

mooseknuckles · 08-17-2011, 05:50 PM

that looks f'n awesome!.....can you do that to mine for me...

SBTork · 08-17-2011, 06:52 PM

very VERY good work!!

gearheads78 · 08-17-2011, 11:54 PM

I love seeing the metal work you guys do in that shop. Incredible as usual.

luifer76 · 08-18-2011, 12:23 AM

wow the bed looks awesome man.......

54Caddy · 08-18-2011, 01:09 AM

ok so the stock floor is still under this floor correct? how would you take the bed off did you weld a nut onto original floor and run the bolt from underneath?? also im in need of some measurments, could you measure the widest part of the rear notch?

c10addict · 08-18-2011, 08:21 AM

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Originally Posted by 54Caddy

ok so the stock floor is still under this floor correct? how would you take the bed off did you weld a nut onto original floor and run the bolt from underneath?? also im in need of some measurments, could you measure the widest part of the rear notch?

You are correct.. The bed now bolts from the underside of the truck, we made plates with nuts welded to them, then welded them to the original bed floor..

what part of the notch ? from tub to tub or front to back?

draggin86 · 08-18-2011, 01:56 PM

Wow! That looks great! It is amazing what a little more work can do to really give sheet metal that "finished" look. Top notch my friend, just like the whole truck!

inovermyhead · 08-18-2011, 02:43 PM

That bed is sick! And very nice touch for the Army can holders.

CDNchevydude · 08-18-2011, 04:17 PM

WOW!!! One of the best looking bed I ever saw...

mcboomport · 08-18-2011, 04:59 PM

Subscribed!! stock bodied draggers are amazing!

54Caddy · 08-18-2011, 11:56 PM

from tub to tub. I am trying to find out if the notch will clear easily in a stepside bed. Debating of putting the original one back on my truck. But im thinking the the fenders will limit it with how low it would go

c10addict · 08-19-2011, 08:55 AM

Here are some more pics with the bed installed on the truck and the Macs straps track installed for strapping stuff down... Curt was also quick to pull the bumper back off and get the correct one on the truck so Lolife99 and Jonboy would be happy!

We are hammering away on the truck again.. stay tuned for pics..

**lolife99** · 08-19-2011, 10:05 AM

Thanks for changing the rear bumper. Ha.

That truck was super nice before.
It's going to be a even nicer now!.

mooseknuckles · 08-19-2011, 10:40 PM

awsome work!....I'm lovin this build...

my4by2 · 08-19-2011, 11:43 PM

Killer work in the bed man!!!

PRORIDES · 08-20-2011, 09:13 AM

Well, I guess I'm looking for some thoughts from you guys on the engine bay, We're going to give it the sheet metal treatment on the inner fenders and smooth out the firewall so looks as killer as the bed does. But the motor tranny deal is killing me!!!! It has a 350 SB 350 Turbo in it now that runs just fine, If I put a GearVendor on it I'd most likely be cool with it. Then I have to do a Billet Specialties Tru Trac on so it all tucks together and I can get my ac in it too. I have another SB block in the shop thats built some but not crazy that would give me more power and I also have a LS1 floating around along with a 700r4. So at this point what do you guys think before I start buying parts for something I may not be happy with in the long run??? I want to drive the truck with a fun factor. Give me your ideas. Thanks Curt

SCOTI · 08-20-2011, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by PRORIDES

Well, I guess I'm looking for some thoughts from you guys on the engine bay, We're going to give it the sheet metal treatment on the inner fenders and smooth out the firewall so looks as killer as the bed does. But the motor tranny deal is killing me!!!! It has a 350 SB 350 Turbo in it now that runs just fine, If I put a GearVendor on it I'd most likely be cool with it. Then I have to do a Billet Specialties Tru Trac on so it all tucks together and I can get my ac in it too. I have another SB block in the shop thats built some but not crazy that would give me more power and I also have a LS1 floating around along with a 700r4. So at this point what do you guys think before I start buying parts for something I may not be happy with in the long run??? I want to drive the truck with a fun factor. Give me your ideas. Thanks Curt

Jonboy just did a TBI/700r4 swap into his 74 not too long ago for 'improved efficiency & reliability'. Although it's 'ok', he's mentioned since (more than once) he should have stuck to the KISS principle & left it carb'd & just added the OD trans.

I vote put an OD or GV's behind it....
Do the sbc TruTrac....
Drive the wee out of it....

my4by2 · 08-20-2011, 10:32 AM

LS with a 4L80E all the way!!! Can make up a killer sheet metal engine cover to tie in with the smooth engine bay & it'd look SWEET! Plus, the reliability of stock GM stuff is outstanding - get one of the new E-ROD set-ups & you even get a warranty!!!

mooseknuckles · 08-20-2011, 10:53 AM

go with the ls1 and the 700r4, since you already have it......or a 6.2 LS with the 4l80. something with 500hp or so to make it "fun"......if the tinwork in the front is anything like it is in the bed, it will be awesome!!

**N2TRUX** · 08-20-2011, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by my4by2

LS with a 4L80E all the way!!! Can make up a killer sheet metal engine cover to tie in with the smooth engine bay & it'd look SWEET! Plus, the reliability of stock GM stuff is outstanding - get one of the new E-ROD set-ups & you even get a warranty!!!

LSx powered will make it really reliable and cool as well...

VA72C10 · 08-20-2011, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

LSx powered will make it really reliable and cool as well...

I vote for this as well since you have it and since this truck is already a show stopper....to me a sbc isn't a show stopping motor....

Some cool options for engine covers and custom air cleaner setups....

...and turnkey reliability....

That being said, KISS is a good idea too and a sbc with the truetrac can look pretty sweet once painted and detailed out.....

PRORIDES · 08-20-2011, 12:16 PM

My other problem is that I feel guilty taking up time and space in the shop, the small block can be made pretty on a stand and go in in a day. The LS will take a little time, I can make it look cool but I'm not one for engine covers either. I do have a big block too, but don't want to think about that.

The small block, I know I can give it a killer look with not so much work, I'm really thinking I may go that route. Time is my hardest part.

VA72C10 · 08-20-2011, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by PRORIDES

Time is my hardest part.

That being said...get to prettying up that SBC

cochino12 · 08-20-2011, 05:29 PM

Love the truck

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Originally Posted by PRORIDES

.... I do have a big block too, but don't want to think about that.....

There ya go!!

08-17-2011, 05:48 PM	#26
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover That looks GREAT! Love the look, color, and the army holders sound cool!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

08-17-2011, 05:50 PM	#27
mooseknuckles Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: ottawa,canada Posts: 4,550	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover that looks f'n awesome!.....can you do that to mine for me... __________________ my build threads '86 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415628 '67 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=635078 '63 GMC http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=674682

08-17-2011, 06:52 PM	#28
SBTork Garage wrench Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaCrosse, WI Posts: 1,855	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover very VERY good work!! __________________ -Adam 90 V1500 GMC Suburban 350/700R4/NP241..... 01 Saturn SL1 stock DD.....

08-17-2011, 11:54 PM	#29
gearheads78 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Dallas TX Posts: 563	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover I love seeing the metal work you guys do in that shop. Incredible as usual.

08-18-2011, 12:23 AM	#30
luifer76 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Southern California CA Posts: 1,088	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover wow the bed looks awesome man....... __________________ nOtHiNg LiKe ThE gOoD oLe ChEvYs....

08-18-2011, 01:09 AM	#31
54Caddy GM Addicted Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Visalia, Ca Posts: 2,294	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover ok so the stock floor is still under this floor correct? how would you take the bed off did you weld a nut onto original floor and run the bolt from underneath?? also im in need of some measurments, could you measure the widest part of the rear notch? __________________ ..Mac’s Garage.. 73 GMC, 54 Caddy, 2010 Silverado, 68 C10 RIP DAd My 73 GMC Truck Build Pic 2010 Silverado 4/6 on 24s IG:MacsGarage

08-18-2011, 01:56 PM	#33
draggin86 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Folsom, Ca Posts: 573	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover Wow! That looks great! It is amazing what a little more work can do to really give sheet metal that "finished" look. Top notch my friend, just like the whole truck! __________________ My build thread. Boy what did i get myself into!

08-18-2011, 02:43 PM	#34
inovermyhead Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Shreveport, LA Posts: 115	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover That bed is sick! And very nice touch for the Army can holders. __________________ 81 GMC C15 RC SWB 5.3L 4L80E project

08-18-2011, 04:17 PM	#35
CDNchevydude Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Sherbrooke, Quebec Posts: 96	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover WOW!!! One of the best looking bed I ever saw... __________________ 87 R-10 SWB

08-18-2011, 04:59 PM	#36
mcboomport Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 320	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover Subscribed!! stock bodied draggers are amazing!

08-18-2011, 11:56 PM	#37
54Caddy GM Addicted Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Visalia, Ca Posts: 2,294	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover from tub to tub. I am trying to find out if the notch will clear easily in a stepside bed. Debating of putting the original one back on my truck. But im thinking the the fenders will limit it with how low it would go __________________ ..Mac’s Garage.. 73 GMC, 54 Caddy, 2010 Silverado, 68 C10 RIP DAd My 73 GMC Truck Build Pic 2010 Silverado 4/6 on 24s IG:MacsGarage

08-19-2011, 08:55 AM	#38
c10addict Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: pittsburgh pa Posts: 1,970	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover Here are some more pics with the bed installed on the truck and the Macs straps track installed for strapping stuff down... Curt was also quick to pull the bumper back off and get the correct one on the truck so Lolife99 and Jonboy would be happy! We are hammering away on the truck again.. stay tuned for pics.. Attached Images __________________ 68 C10 Shorty TPI,Bagged, and all the good stuff. Classic trucks feature June 06, On the cover of Jegs Christmas Catalog 08 67 C10 Shorty Shop truck project Bagged and Z'd under destruction and getting nowhere fast. 64 C10 Shop Truck/Daily driver, Bagged, Dropmember, SOLD!!!! Gone but not forgotten.. 54 GMC under the knife getting a S10 chassis swap and bagged. See my build thread... 07 GMC Sierra 5/7 drop, 22's and 24's Air ride on my mind.. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=339340 See pics of my trucks in my profile Last edited by c10addict; 08-19-2011 at 09:07 AM.

08-19-2011, 10:05 AM	#39
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,701	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover Thanks for changing the rear bumper. Ha. That truck was super nice before. It's going to be a even nicer now!. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

08-19-2011, 10:40 PM	#40
mooseknuckles Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: ottawa,canada Posts: 4,550	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover awsome work!....I'm lovin this build... __________________ my build threads '86 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415628 '67 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=635078 '63 GMC http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=674682

08-19-2011, 11:43 PM	#41
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover Killer work in the bed man!!! __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K30 LWB Crew Cab 497HP Mast Motorsports 6.0L LY6 HO engine GM NV4500 5-speed, Centerforce clutch + NP205 D60 + 14-bolt FF w/ Eaton posi + disc brakes Skyjacker 2.5" full spring lift w/ Nitro shocks Custom paint + interior http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=435722



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08-20-2011, 09:13 AM	#42
PRORIDES Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Pittsburgh Area Posts: 59	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover Well, I guess I'm looking for some thoughts from you guys on the engine bay, We're going to give it the sheet metal treatment on the inner fenders and smooth out the firewall so looks as killer as the bed does. But the motor tranny deal is killing me!!!! It has a 350 SB 350 Turbo in it now that runs just fine, If I put a GearVendor on it I'd most likely be cool with it. Then I have to do a Billet Specialties Tru Trac on so it all tucks together and I can get my ac in it too. I have another SB block in the shop thats built some but not crazy that would give me more power and I also have a LS1 floating around along with a 700r4. So at this point what do you guys think before I start buying parts for something I may not be happy with in the long run??? I want to drive the truck with a fun factor. Give me your ideas. Thanks Curt __________________ 64 C10 Dropmember.... Sold 79 C10 Dropmember 97 Dually Airride (Shop Truck)

08-20-2011, 10:32 AM	#44
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover LS with a 4L80E all the way!!! Can make up a killer sheet metal engine cover to tie in with the smooth engine bay & it'd look SWEET! Plus, the reliability of stock GM stuff is outstanding - get one of the new E-ROD set-ups & you even get a warranty!!! __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K30 LWB Crew Cab 497HP Mast Motorsports 6.0L LY6 HO engine GM NV4500 5-speed, Centerforce clutch + NP205 D60 + 14-bolt FF w/ Eaton posi + disc brakes Skyjacker 2.5" full spring lift w/ Nitro shocks Custom paint + interior http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=435722

08-20-2011, 10:53 AM	#45
mooseknuckles Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: ottawa,canada Posts: 4,550	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover go with the ls1 and the 700r4, since you already have it......or a 6.2 LS with the 4l80. something with 500hp or so to make it "fun"......if the tinwork in the front is anything like it is in the bed, it will be awesome!! __________________ my build threads '86 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=415628 '67 C10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=635078 '63 GMC http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=674682

08-20-2011, 12:16 PM	#48
PRORIDES Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Pittsburgh Area Posts: 59	Re: Browntown moves east and gets a makeover My other problem is that I feel guilty taking up time and space in the shop, the small block can be made pretty on a stand and go in in a day. The LS will take a little time, I can make it look cool but I'm not one for engine covers either. I do have a big block too, but don't want to think about that. The small block, I know I can give it a killer look with not so much work, I'm really thinking I may go that route. Time is my hardest part. __________________ 64 C10 Dropmember.... Sold 79 C10 Dropmember 97 Dually Airride (Shop Truck)

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