1971 GMC SWB "No Direction" LS build

[Number98]

Hey Robbie, You done with this thing yet?

[GAc10boy]

Originally Posted by Hampshire

...Griffin does use epoxy as part of it's process in finishing some of their fully welded radiators - NOT Becool. I hear a lot about the potential for something going wrong with this, but know many who use them and are happy.

This seems to be the main issue in the Griffin vs Becool debate. Both seem to be well thought out designs, however there are others out there that appear to be quality USA made - like PRC Performance, C & R racing and R and D fabrication. (None of these use epoxy).... food for thought.

..also hear lots of comments both ways, positive/negative, about "less expensive" radiators & Ebay radiators - really hard to know what should influence one in making a choice (I'm looking for a new radiator, too).

Very helpful info. Thank you. I'm leaning toward RnD Fab when the time comes.

Originally Posted by Number98

Hey Robbie, You done with this thing yet?

Very funny, Jason. I'm still buying parts and saving money for more parts. Hope to have the motor in and up and running by the end of the year.

I did score some CPP drop springs from a board member so that helps in the altitude department.

You just keep on making us all look bad with your cool burb!

[GAc10boy]

No huge progress on the truck itself. Still gathering parts.

Today I picked up some CPP drop springs from fellow board member bdeese and a new Hughes flexplate and hub adapter to adapt either the th350 I have in the truck or the 700r4 I have but needs rebuilding.

Baby steps but steps, nonetheless. Next up? Carb and ignition.

[flashed]

I love new parts and old parts . I have had no time to add to your parts pile yet ,need to get to digging .Im trying to plan out a new building for the future but will get out to the shop soon I hope .

[dkauffman05]

Good luck, and go georgia boys . Good to see another local on the board and doing a build. I've done many ls swaps in 67-87 trucks so let me know if you have any ?'s

[GAc10boy]

Originally Posted by flashed

I love new parts and old parts . I have had no time to add to your parts pile yet ,need to get to digging .Im trying to plan out a new building for the future but will get out to the shop soon I hope .

Thanks, John. And no worries. I'll come up and help you dig through it all one day. I just appreciate all your help and advice. Good luck with the new shop plans!

Originally Posted by dkauffman05

Good luck, and go georgia boys . Good to see another local on the board and doing a build. I've done many ls swaps in 67-87 trucks so let me know if you have any ?'s

Thanks! I've seen your stepper somewhere recently but can't think of where. Really sharp truck! And thanks for the offer. I've had a lot of awesome board members offer to help and it's much appreciated.

[slowcpe]

At least you have parts to show! I've been waiting on mine. Hoping they arrive tomorrow. Not that I have the time to work on the truck.

[GAc10boy]

Originally Posted by slowcpe

At least you have parts to show! I've been waiting on mine. Hoping they arrive tomorrow. Not that I have the time to work on the truck.

Bummer! Whatcha waitin' on?

[GAc10boy]

Nevermind, slowcpe. Shoulda known it was Porterbuilt. Worth the wait.

[Number98]

Hey Robbie, any new progress or maybe some more new parts showing up over there?

[GAc10boy]

No new progress but planning to order some more parts this weekend

[GAc10boy]

Progress, progress.

My good buddy and board member biohazardbill got the motor pulled today. He's heading up north for a week but should be getting the new motor in when he gets back. Buying the MSD 6LS this weekend.

[slowcpe]

Nice. Yore passing me on progress.

[GAc10boy]

Originally Posted by slowcpe

Nice. Yore passing me on progress.

I'm lucky to have a little help from my friends.

[GAc10boy]

Another key part in. Ordered from Summit Friday morning, here on Saturday morning.

[slowcpe]

Cool. I'm waiting on Black Friday sales before my next round of purchases.

[GAc10boy]

Yeah, I'm hoping to order another round of parts then, too. Just posted a few parts in the classifieds getting ready to do that.

[Number98]

Nice progress Robbie!

[thelonerife]

Yes, it is nice to see progress on your GMC. Keep it up.

[mooseknuckles]

nice!

[GAc10boy]

Originally Posted by Number98

Nice progress Robbie!

Originally Posted by thelonerife

Yes, it is nice to see progress on your GMC. Keep it up.

Originally Posted by mooseknuckles

nice!

Thanks, guy! Hoping to have more updates very soon.

[flashed]

So is it going to stay GMC or you going to switch front sheetmetal ? Its good either way just wondering since you still have the Chevy avatar .

[GAc10boy]

Originally Posted by flashed

So is it going to stay GMC or you going to switch front sheetmetal ? Its good either way just wondering since you still have the Chevy avatar .

Definitely going to stay GMC. I just like the avatar pic. Constant reminder of Chalky haha.

[flashed]

I will always like the GMC too as my first 72 was a GMC and I wish I knew where it went ,should not have let it go . One of my biggest regrets was that one and my GTO project that never got off the starting line .

[GAc10boy]

I like them, too, John. I'd love to see some pictures of the GTO next time I'm over your way. I have a friend who's looking at an all-original, 35k mile '70 GTO right now. Hoping he pulls the trigger on it!