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Frizzle Fry · 11-22-2007, 08:09 PM

You're wlecome Gringo

No pics but a little more progress. I replaced all the rear wheel studs with longer ones. Ended up going with NAPA 641-3112. They require the holes to be drilled out just a little bit to 9/16" because of a slightly larger knurl.

I also painted my calipers and drums with black POR-15 and put the rear 5/16" spacers on. When I convert to rear discs I'll go to a 1/4" spacer because the rotors are about 1/16" thicker than the drums at the hub/studs.

Won't be doing much on this over the T-Day weekend, but my next project will be the tubs which includes the 68 front clip

If we have a sunny day over the next few days I might find time to take some shots for the the Nov TOTM contest

Tyner · 11-24-2007, 05:27 AM

Hey Friz, do you still have the 20 inches you cut out? My wife is talking about having another kid and that means my Blazer needs to be bigger.

Seriously though, good job on the Tahoe/Suburban(Taburban?), I've enjoyed this thread along with other stuff you have in the FAQ. Keep up the good work, can't wait to see this thing driving around.

Frizzle Fry · 11-26-2007, 02:23 PM

Yes I do, let's do it

If you're in Hillsboro it's only a matter of time before you see it because it's my daily driver

I commute on evergreen between the airport (Jones Farm area) and Ronler Intel.

ciburb · 12-05-2007, 10:30 AM

I like the work that you've done. Looks good. I was wondering where you got your roof rack.

Frizzle Fry · 12-06-2007, 01:56 PM

Roof rack was a dealer install that I have shortened 10" You see them on ebay every now and then. They also came on the same era Blazers and even non-GM cars/trucks.

glock35ipsc · 12-06-2007, 03:14 PM

WOW Mike!!!! She is looking awesome!!!

I really should check the board more often, I have missed a bunch. I'm kinda stalled on mine at the moment. Taking some time to get my PD certifications back. That, and it's snowmobiling season!!!!!!

It's looking fantastic!!!!

**Hart_Rod** · 12-07-2007, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ciburb

I like the work that you've done. Looks good. I was wondering where you got your roof rack.

Here's a picture of one I picked up off of the board.

Frizzle, can you send me some measurements for where your rear brackets are screwed on? I liked the placement of yours better than mine, so I welded my original holes up,

.

R

Frizzle Fry · 12-09-2007, 01:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Frizzle, can you send me some measurements for where your rear brackets are screwed on? I liked the placement of yours better than mine, so I welded my original holes up,

.

R

Good choice

They look better further aft. In fact, I've moved mine back a bit more when I shortened it. I'll get you the measurements.

Frizzle Fry · 12-09-2007, 01:23 AM

Just a little preview...

BACKYARD88 · 12-09-2007, 01:49 PM

Noice!!!

Frizzle Fry · 12-09-2007, 11:24 PM

More...

I got the other one off. These things are not as easy to remove as you might expect. I chose to leave the lower/outer extremities of the tubs at the fender lip instead of wrestling with all those spot welds. This way I can just mate the new inners up to the remaining OG sections.

Here's what I'm talking about:

Cut at upper radius of tub:

And cut down closer to fender arch with lower section remaining:

This shows how much the OG inners arch inward and narrow at the top. I'll gain over 2" of usable space for tire width at extreme drop (not to mention more drop

):

Here's the DS removed and aired out with bags on internal bump-stops. You can see the line marked on/near the "4th door" where I will clearance back 1":

Frizzle Fry · 12-09-2007, 11:28 PM

...more

gringoloco · 12-10-2007, 02:50 AM

Looks familiar- I like it! Keep 'em comin'...

71'tahoe · 12-12-2007, 03:54 PM

Whats up frizzle,
Glad to see you are still going strong.I am still on the hunt for another sub to restart my project.You are an inspiration to alot of us on the board.Keep up the good fab work.I bet alot of guys check out this thread before they kiss there wifes when they get home after work!!!

texanidiot25 · 12-12-2007, 07:41 PM

Been watching this, man, you amaze me. It looks so clean!

But, I guess your sacrificing some groceries for the tubs and axle?

68SSC10 · 12-13-2007, 08:51 AM

Are You Interested In Selling The Wheels That You Took Off??

1Ton · 12-13-2007, 08:58 AM

That there is awesome work. I have gone through the whole thread. I will keep this one in the subscribed section.

Frizzle Fry · 12-13-2007, 02:42 PM

Thanks guys! You really help keep the motivation going. I'll be doing more with the tubs tomorrow.

hotrodhomi · 12-13-2007, 02:50 PM

Mike, Do you have a problem putting gas in that thing? It looks like the gas fill tube runs uphill. Does this cause a hydro lock situation?

Frizzle Fry · 12-14-2007, 07:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotrodhomi

Mike, Do you have a problem putting gas in that thing? It looks like the gas fill tube runs uphill. Does this cause a hydro lock situation?

No problems. The gas cap is well above the tank.

LOW DOUGH · 12-14-2007, 09:55 AM

awsome

BACKYARD88 · 12-14-2007, 02:45 PM

looking good Frizzle! I LOVE the way it's turning out!

Frizzle Fry · 12-17-2007, 04:53 PM

Well, before installing the tubs I had planned to clean up the notch and POR-15 it. in the process I found that my sway bar brackets were starting to bend a little at the tips. So I decided to pull them out and run another 2x2 across the notch (actually through both notches) protruding beyond the notches to act as the sway bar end-link brackets as well as stiffen the whole notch/bridge assembly. I'm also relocating the end-link "brackets" (now 2x2) slightly so there won't be as much stress put on the end-links.

I know I know pics... well it's not installed yet, just the old brackets removed and the notch prepped for paint. That involved removing all the hose clamps for the various air lines, etc, zip-tie'ing the lines away from the frame, and wire-wheeling away.

While I'm in there I also decided it would be a good time to relocate my upper shock mounts inward to allow me to run a shock that won't limit my rear suspension travel.

I ended up going with a shock spec'ed out for a 1984 F150 rear (old vs new):

Frizzle Fry · 12-17-2007, 04:57 PM

I mentioned before that I replaced all the rear wheel studs with longer ones. Ended up going with NAPA 641-3112. They require the holes to be drilled out just a little bit to 9/16" because of a slightly larger knurl.

Here's a shot of the old vs new:

Frizzle Fry · 12-17-2007, 05:03 PM

...and I've been collecting and prep'ing my Glock/Camaro rear discs:

Masked the friction surfaces:

Painted with High-Temp Ceramic paint:

Glock's Brackets POR-15'd:

Calipers:

and front rotors to match the rear (still need to clearance the hubs a little for the Coys to fit, then I'll paint then like the rears:

11-22-2007, 08:09 PM	#501
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project You're wlecome Gringo No pics but a little more progress. I replaced all the rear wheel studs with longer ones. Ended up going with NAPA 641-3112. They require the holes to be drilled out just a little bit to 9/16" because of a slightly larger knurl. I also painted my calipers and drums with black POR-15 and put the rear 5/16" spacers on. When I convert to rear discs I'll go to a 1/4" spacer because the rotors are about 1/16" thicker than the drums at the hub/studs. Won't be doing much on this over the T-Day weekend, but my next project will be the tubs which includes the 68 front clip If we have a sunny day over the next few days I might find time to take some shots for the the Nov TOTM contest

11-24-2007, 05:27 AM	#502
Tyner Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Hillsboro, OR Posts: 11	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project Hey Friz, do you still have the 20 inches you cut out? My wife is talking about having another kid and that means my Blazer needs to be bigger. Seriously though, good job on the Tahoe/Suburban(Taburban?), I've enjoyed this thread along with other stuff you have in the FAQ. Keep up the good work, can't wait to see this thing driving around. __________________ '72' Blazer 4x4-Daily '55' International P/U-My Project '06' Buell XB9SX-Commuter '01' Yamaha Raptor 660-Sand toy Somehow they all ended up blue.

11-26-2007, 02:23 PM	#503
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project Yes I do, let's do it If you're in Hillsboro it's only a matter of time before you see it because it's my daily driver I commute on evergreen between the airport (Jones Farm area) and Ronler Intel.

12-05-2007, 10:30 AM	#504
ciburb Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: santee, ca. Posts: 4	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project I like the work that you've done. Looks good. I was wondering where you got your roof rack.

12-06-2007, 01:56 PM	#505
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project Roof rack was a dealer install that I have shortened 10" You see them on ebay every now and then. They also came on the same era Blazers and even non-GM cars/trucks.

12-06-2007, 03:14 PM	#506
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project WOW Mike!!!! She is looking awesome!!! I really should check the board more often, I have missed a bunch. I'm kinda stalled on mine at the moment. Taking some time to get my PD certifications back. That, and it's snowmobiling season!!!!!! It's looking fantastic!!!! __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

12-09-2007, 01:23 AM	#509
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project Just a little preview...

12-09-2007, 01:49 PM	#510
BACKYARD88 On the fast track to nowhere.. Join Date: May 2006 Location: Splendora, Texas Posts: 5,316	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project Noice!!! __________________ -Mike Owen- Support the board here! 71 Chevy short fleet build thread Double D Norwood, Houston, Cecilia, Jackson, Monroe and counting

12-09-2007, 11:24 PM	#511
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project More... I got the other one off. These things are not as easy to remove as you might expect. I chose to leave the lower/outer extremities of the tubs at the fender lip instead of wrestling with all those spot welds. This way I can just mate the new inners up to the remaining OG sections. Here's what I'm talking about: Cut at upper radius of tub: And cut down closer to fender arch with lower section remaining: This shows how much the OG inners arch inward and narrow at the top. I'll gain over 2" of usable space for tire width at extreme drop (not to mention more drop ): Here's the DS removed and aired out with bags on internal bump-stops. You can see the line marked on/near the "4th door" where I will clearance back 1":

12-09-2007, 11:28 PM	#512
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project ...more

12-10-2007, 02:50 AM	#513
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12-12-2007, 03:54 PM	#514
71'tahoe Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: lynchburg ohio Posts: 736	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project Whats up frizzle, Glad to see you are still going strong.I am still on the hunt for another sub to restart my project.You are an inspiration to alot of us on the board.Keep up the good fab work.I bet alot of guys check out this thread before they kiss there wifes when they get home after work!!!

12-12-2007, 07:41 PM	#515
texanidiot25 Eat My Rust Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cypress, Texas Posts: 3,362	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project Been watching this, man, you amaze me. It looks so clean! But, I guess your sacrificing some groceries for the tubs and axle?

12-13-2007, 08:51 AM	#516
68SSC10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Glendale, AZ. Posts: 27	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project Are You Interested In Selling The Wheels That You Took Off?? __________________ I've Reached The Age Where Happy Hour Is A Nap!!

12-13-2007, 08:58 AM	#517
1Ton Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Jamestown NY Posts: 731	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project That there is awesome work. I have gone through the whole thread. I will keep this one in the subscribed section. __________________ Support your local search and rescue team.... GET LOST! Originally Posted by DURRTY if some is good more is better too much ought to be enough........



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12-13-2007, 02:42 PM	#518
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project Thanks guys! You really help keep the motivation going. I'll be doing more with the tubs tomorrow.

12-13-2007, 02:50 PM	#519
hotrodhomi Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Sacramento Posts: 3,737	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project Mike, Do you have a problem putting gas in that thing? It looks like the gas fill tube runs uphill. Does this cause a hydro lock situation? __________________ '72 2wd blazer, bagged w/ watts link & EDC '72 C10 "Lowered Farm Truck" STOLEN 5-18-11 '66 impala ht

12-14-2007, 09:55 AM	#521
LOW DOUGH I'M TRUCK CRAZY! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sachse, TEXAS Posts: 1,737	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project awsome

12-14-2007, 02:45 PM	#522
BACKYARD88 On the fast track to nowhere.. Join Date: May 2006 Location: Splendora, Texas Posts: 5,316	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project looking good Frizzle! I LOVE the way it's turning out! __________________ -Mike Owen- Support the board here! 71 Chevy short fleet build thread Double D Norwood, Houston, Cecilia, Jackson, Monroe and counting

12-17-2007, 04:53 PM	#523
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project Well, before installing the tubs I had planned to clean up the notch and POR-15 it. in the process I found that my sway bar brackets were starting to bend a little at the tips. So I decided to pull them out and run another 2x2 across the notch (actually through both notches) protruding beyond the notches to act as the sway bar end-link brackets as well as stiffen the whole notch/bridge assembly. I'm also relocating the end-link "brackets" (now 2x2) slightly so there won't be as much stress put on the end-links. I know I know pics... well it's not installed yet, just the old brackets removed and the notch prepped for paint. That involved removing all the hose clamps for the various air lines, etc, zip-tie'ing the lines away from the frame, and wire-wheeling away. While I'm in there I also decided it would be a good time to relocate my upper shock mounts inward to allow me to run a shock that won't limit my rear suspension travel. I ended up going with a shock spec'ed out for a 1984 F150 rear (old vs new):

12-17-2007, 04:57 PM	#524
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project I mentioned before that I replaced all the rear wheel studs with longer ones. Ended up going with NAPA 641-3112. They require the holes to be drilled out just a little bit to 9/16" because of a slightly larger knurl. Here's a shot of the old vs new:

12-17-2007, 05:03 PM	#525
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: Joined the Short Wheelbase Club 69 Tahoe Project ...and I've been collecting and prep'ing my Glock/Camaro rear discs: Masked the friction surfaces: Painted with High-Temp Ceramic paint: Glock's Brackets POR-15'd: Calipers: and front rotors to match the rear (still need to clearance the hubs a little for the Coys to fit, then I'll paint then like the rears:

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