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zenchal26 · 08-22-2012, 07:54 PM

check out my build thread zenchal26 project 57

sqrlnts · 01-04-2013, 12:18 AM

Hello all, thought I would just post a quick update. Have since switched to a fleetside bed. Still need to align everything!

Also had to get another cab, was a 58. Removed and installed 57 dash, also removed and used the 57 firewall and entire PS lower cab 1/4.

Kim57 · 01-04-2013, 01:37 AM

Looks good.
Kim

sqrlnts · 01-04-2013, 01:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Kim57

Looks good.
Kim

Thanks Kim! I have watched your thread for some time, I have to say I am envious of your metal skills.
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sqrlnts · 01-20-2013, 11:38 PM

seats, floor mats and shifter are now installed.

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sqrlnts · 01-26-2013, 04:14 AM

Wiring. Who would have thought it would take so long.

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99 to Life · 02-03-2013, 07:52 PM

I like this truck, fleetsides are sooo much cooler IMO on these. yeah wiring takes way longer than you think. Can't wait to get after my other builds, lots of things I'd like to do different on the wiring. I see you have an EZ kit. its hit or miss on getting ahold of their tech guys, they are good, just hard to get a hold of. So post any questions if you got it. I wasted lots of money on the heat shrink wire connectors, I'd just get heat shrink and use reg wire connectors.

sqrlnts · 02-03-2013, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 99 to Life

I like this truck, fleetsides are sooo much cooler IMO on these. yeah wiring takes way longer than you think. Can't wait to get after my other builds, lots of things I'd like to do different on the wiring. I see you have an EZ kit. its hit or miss on getting ahold of their tech guys, they are good, just hard to get a hold of. So post any questions if you got it. I wasted lots of money on the heat shrink wire connectors, I'd just get heat shrink and use reg wire connectors.

Thanks 99 to Life! I have had to call EZ twice and got ahold of the tech guy right away, he was awesome, had my two problems fixed in less than two minutes.

Truck is now tagged and registered, whew! I installed the new Flex-a-Lite variable speed controller and drove the truck around town today for about 15-20 miles. Everything is working great except for the steering. I don't have the shocks installed yet but the slightest bump throws the front end into a crazy wobble. Shocks will help some but its downright dangerous. I want to do a Mustang II front end next.

99 to Life · 02-03-2013, 08:45 PM

well, truck looks awesome, hopefully you get your steering situated, shocks should help. keep us posted.

sqrlnts · 02-03-2013, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by 99 to Life

well, truck looks awesome, hopefully you get your steering situated, shocks should help. keep us posted.

I am going to install the shocks and have Sid rework the steering arms and also reverse the taper for the drag link which should ditch the nasty bump steer I am having. If that works then I will try a front sway bar, before going to the MII IFS.

bowt1ed · 02-04-2013, 04:19 PM

Hey sqrlnts, what's that seat out of?

sqrlnts · 02-04-2013, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by bowt1ed

Hey sqrlnts, what's that seat out of?

They are second row seats from a 99 Suburban.

sqrlnts · 02-09-2013, 09:30 PM

Put the front end on, just need to wire the lights.....and level the bed, and bumper and wire the gauges, and and and.

99 to Life · 02-09-2013, 09:40 PM

looks great, keep it up.

Daze57 · 02-10-2013, 12:47 AM

good lookin picts - thanks for sharing !

Kim57 · 02-10-2013, 02:32 AM

That's real slick.
Kim

Muleman100 · 02-10-2013, 10:20 AM

I flipped my rearend to lower but I like your stance better with th c notch. I did not have the body off the frame to do a c notch on my 57 Suburban. Keep up the good work.

sqrlnts · 02-11-2013, 12:41 AM

Thanks guys! Finally wired up the headlights and took the truck on its first night time beer run! Its so cool driving this old truck. Normally in my wifes car, I am an inpatient, speeding douche driver. Not so in this truck, its so awesome to just cruise down the road and soak up all the attention.

side note, I am pleasantly surprised with how well the 4 wheel drums work.

99 to Life · 02-11-2013, 08:59 PM

sick, glad you are soaking it all up man, should be. as for the drums, they get a bad rap for sure. However running one reservoir would be scary, so new MC is always good IMO.

sqrlnts · 02-12-2013, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by 99 to Life

sick, glad you are soaking it all up man, should be. as for the drums, they get a bad rap for sure. However running one reservoir would be scary, so new MC is always good IMO.

I hear ya on the single MC, its one of about 20 things in the back of my mind while running down the road.

Task Force Era · 02-12-2013, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by sqrlnts

Normally in my wifes car, I am an inpatient, speeding douche driver.

Lmao!! That's funny as hell!....

But your truck looks sick just how it is!!

Katrina/10 · 02-12-2013, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by sqrlnts

Thanks guys! Finally wired up the headlights and took the truck on its first night time beer run! Its so cool driving this old truck. Normally in my wifes car, I am an inpatient, speeding douche driver. Not so in this truck, its so awesome to just cruise down the road and soak up all the attention.

side note, I am pleasantly surprised with how well the 4 wheel drums work.

My 55 still has 4 wheel manual drums, and I think it stops pretty well. The best drum brake vehicle I have ever driven. But, how do you like the dropped axle??

Garys8 · 02-12-2013, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by sqrlnts

I hear ya on the single MC, its one of about 20 things in the back of my mind while running down the road.

Cool truck. The dual master cylinder is an easy conversion, I did one on my 63 Bel Air. Pretty basic stuff and all you use is different year GM stuff.

sqrlnts · 02-12-2013, 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Aftermath59

Lmao!! That's funny as hell!....

But your truck looks sick just how it is!!

Thanks man!

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Originally Posted by Katrina/10

My 55 still has 4 wheel manual drums, and I think it stops pretty well. The best drum brake vehicle I have ever driven. But, how do you like the dropped axle??

I love the stance which was my number one goal with the truck. I think the drop axle is doing great for not having any shocks on the truck. Once I get the drag angle fixed, the steering box adjusted and shocks installed I think its going to be fantastic!

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Originally Posted by Garys8

Cool truck. The dual master cylinder is an easy conversion, I did one on my 63 Bel Air. Pretty basic stuff and all you use is different year GM stuff.

I am going to stick with the single res MC for now, works great. I have heard you can go to a dual Corvette MC and prop valve. This upgrade will happen whenever I decide to go to front disc brakes, if ever!

sqrlnts · 02-12-2013, 11:10 PM

Stopped by my bud Arts house after work. Couldn't resist taking pictures of the twins. His was purchased new by his grandfather in 55. Also a 47 that he is working on for his buddy Scott.

08-22-2012, 07:54 PM	#26
zenchal26 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: maine Posts: 152	Re: New member, old 57 3100 check out my build thread zenchal26 project 57

01-04-2013, 12:18 AM	#27
sqrlnts Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Chandler AZ Posts: 750	Re: New member, old 57 3100 Hello all, thought I would just post a quick update. Have since switched to a fleetside bed. Still need to align everything! Also had to get another cab, was a 58. Removed and installed 57 dash, also removed and used the 57 firewall and entire PS lower cab 1/4.

01-04-2013, 01:37 AM	#28
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: New member, old 57 3100 Looks good. Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

01-20-2013, 11:38 PM	#30
sqrlnts Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Chandler AZ Posts: 750	Re: New member, old 57 3100 seats, floor mats and shifter are now installed. Posted via Mobile Device

01-26-2013, 04:14 AM	#31
sqrlnts Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Chandler AZ Posts: 750	Re: New member, old 57 3100 Wiring. Who would have thought it would take so long. Posted via Mobile Device

02-03-2013, 07:52 PM	#32
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: New member, old 57 3100 I like this truck, fleetsides are sooo much cooler IMO on these. yeah wiring takes way longer than you think. Can't wait to get after my other builds, lots of things I'd like to do different on the wiring. I see you have an EZ kit. its hit or miss on getting ahold of their tech guys, they are good, just hard to get a hold of. So post any questions if you got it. I wasted lots of money on the heat shrink wire connectors, I'd just get heat shrink and use reg wire connectors. __________________ 51' 99toLife finished 2011,355 sbc,5speed, patina, redoing whole truck, inter, bags, etc http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382481 49Hardtimes s/10 susp- bagged, vortec sbc, 5 speed, patina, sold http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=594874 VIDEOS https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA Geronimo 54' LS engine, static drop IFS, Client build, just about done http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...62#post7399162 52' 3100 Slowly in progress, will be painted two toned, have 235 with a t-5, lowered OG frame Other projects, 49' farmuse 3100, killer Patina, will be slammed, LS engine, full done interior up next! www.coffeeandcustoms.com

02-03-2013, 08:45 PM	#34
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: New member, old 57 3100 well, truck looks awesome, hopefully you get your steering situated, shocks should help. keep us posted. __________________ 51' 99toLife finished 2011,355 sbc,5speed, patina, redoing whole truck, inter, bags, etc http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382481 49Hardtimes s/10 susp- bagged, vortec sbc, 5 speed, patina, sold http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=594874 VIDEOS https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA Geronimo 54' LS engine, static drop IFS, Client build, just about done http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...62#post7399162 52' 3100 Slowly in progress, will be painted two toned, have 235 with a t-5, lowered OG frame Other projects, 49' farmuse 3100, killer Patina, will be slammed, LS engine, full done interior up next! www.coffeeandcustoms.com

02-04-2013, 04:19 PM	#36
bowt1ed Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Posts: 516	Re: New member, old 57 3100 Hey sqrlnts, what's that seat out of?

02-09-2013, 09:30 PM	#38
sqrlnts Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Chandler AZ Posts: 750	Re: New member, old 57 3100 Put the front end on, just need to wire the lights.....and level the bed, and bumper and wire the gauges, and and and.

02-09-2013, 09:40 PM	#39
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: New member, old 57 3100 looks great, keep it up. __________________ 51' 99toLife finished 2011,355 sbc,5speed, patina, redoing whole truck, inter, bags, etc http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382481 49Hardtimes s/10 susp- bagged, vortec sbc, 5 speed, patina, sold http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=594874 VIDEOS https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA Geronimo 54' LS engine, static drop IFS, Client build, just about done http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...62#post7399162 52' 3100 Slowly in progress, will be painted two toned, have 235 with a t-5, lowered OG frame Other projects, 49' farmuse 3100, killer Patina, will be slammed, LS engine, full done interior up next! www.coffeeandcustoms.com

02-10-2013, 12:47 AM	#40
Daze57 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Las Vegas - Nev. aka Sin City Posts: 1,835	Re: New member, old 57 3100 good lookin picts - thanks for sharing !

02-10-2013, 02:32 AM	#41
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: New member, old 57 3100 That's real slick. Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

02-10-2013, 10:20 AM	#42
Muleman100 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Crosby, Texas Posts: 377	Re: New member, old 57 3100 I flipped my rearend to lower but I like your stance better with th c notch. I did not have the body off the frame to do a c notch on my 57 Suburban. Keep up the good work. __________________ " I never think of the future. It comes soon enough " - Albert Einstein

02-11-2013, 12:41 AM	#43
sqrlnts Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Chandler AZ Posts: 750	Re: New member, old 57 3100 Thanks guys! Finally wired up the headlights and took the truck on its first night time beer run! Its so cool driving this old truck. Normally in my wifes car, I am an inpatient, speeding douche driver. Not so in this truck, its so awesome to just cruise down the road and soak up all the attention. side note, I am pleasantly surprised with how well the 4 wheel drums work.

02-11-2013, 08:59 PM	#44
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: New member, old 57 3100 sick, glad you are soaking it all up man, should be. as for the drums, they get a bad rap for sure. However running one reservoir would be scary, so new MC is always good IMO. __________________ 51' 99toLife finished 2011,355 sbc,5speed, patina, redoing whole truck, inter, bags, etc http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382481 49Hardtimes s/10 susp- bagged, vortec sbc, 5 speed, patina, sold http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=594874 VIDEOS https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA Geronimo 54' LS engine, static drop IFS, Client build, just about done http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...62#post7399162 52' 3100 Slowly in progress, will be painted two toned, have 235 with a t-5, lowered OG frame Other projects, 49' farmuse 3100, killer Patina, will be slammed, LS engine, full done interior up next! www.coffeeandcustoms.com



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02-12-2013, 11:10 PM	#50
sqrlnts Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Chandler AZ Posts: 750	Re: New member, old 57 3100 Stopped by my bud Arts house after work. Couldn't resist taking pictures of the twins. His was purchased new by his grandfather in 55. Also a 47 that he is working on for his buddy Scott.

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