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VA72C10 · 12-03-2010, 01:16 PM

Chassis looks great! And I like the clamps too

SCOTI · 12-04-2010, 01:58 AM

Drumroll . . ..... the chassis for 'Recycle' officially touched mother earth tonight.

There's no air in the bags (no air-lines yet) & it only has shocks on the front, but @ full dump, the frame rail was 2.5" (F) & 3.0" (R) @ the cab mount centerlines w/stock spindles (15" wheel, 27" tall tire). The upper BJ's appear to be binding (or the tie-rods) because the bags are @ approx 4.5" & the shocks are still @ 12". I should have another 1-1.5" to go up front. I'm going to disconnect the TRE's tomorrow & see if there's a change.

The rear was/is the limiting factor (as planned). It's bottomed out in the c-notch.

I'm thinkin' it will look pretty decent & should drive low full time w/plenty of ground clearance (my objective vs. trying to lay frame).

I couldn't get pics as it was too dark for pics & my cell just can't capture a good image (the shop is crowded so it's hard to get a decent view). I plan to put some schraders into place tomorrow & will roll it out in the sun for some pics......

**67cheby** · 12-04-2010, 10:17 AM

its tomorrow ......

**N2TRUX** · 12-04-2010, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by 67cheby

its tomorrow ......

And without pics, it never happened....

**67cheby** · 12-04-2010, 12:30 PM

LOL, i am sure everyone on this board gets tired of me harrassing them and thinks i must have nothing better to do all day every day other than ask them for pics....... Well this is mostly true , i sell cars for a living 6 days a week 10 hrs a day and most of that time right here at my desk in front of this computer... so what i am saying is ...... WHERE'S THE PICS !!

SCOTI · 12-04-2010, 07:47 PM

Tough crowd. A guys gotta' sleep @ some point . . ....

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 12-04-2010, 07:49 PM

Scoti you did a killer job on that chassis congrats man..

SCOTI · 12-04-2010, 07:50 PM

A few more . . ....

**N2TRUX** · 12-04-2010, 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

Tough crowd. A guys gotta' sleep @ some point . . ....

Dude, sleep is waaay over rated. You will have plenty of time to sleep when you have passed on to that big garage in the sky.

Meanwhile, that frame is kickin. I love the clean fresh look....

**lolife99** · 12-04-2010, 08:15 PM

Beautiful chassis.
What did you use for washers under the heads of all the bolts?
AN washers?

markeb01 · 12-04-2010, 09:05 PM

Absolute artwork. That chassis is really beautiful.

aggie91 · 12-04-2010, 09:33 PM

That is just beautiful! I love the wheel/hub cap set up. I think that you had a 10" rear wheel made, what size tires did you use front/rear?

After reading your post about the front BJ binding, in the pictures it looks like your upper A-Arms are upside down, possibly swapped side to side (compared to other photos I have seen)? Am I missing something about that?

Anyway, I am jealous of your progress...

tuckin55 · 12-05-2010, 12:43 AM

looks great

Alan's Classic · 12-05-2010, 12:49 AM

I'm speachless!!

SCOTI · 12-05-2010, 01:56 AM

Thanks guys.

Lolife99, I used SS lock washers (the split-lock washers are readily available). This give more clamping force on the bolt/nut & keeps the end that turns off of the fresh PC/paint. I also used nyloc nuts everywhere except for the front shocks (not available in that particular sizing). All nuts/bolt for frame, brackets, & x-members is GRADE-8. The T/A mounts got GRADE-9.

Aggie91, the a-arms are mounted different vs. typical set-ups. I tried them both ways & couldn't see any difference as far as functionality. The way I installed them just 'looked' cleaner. We also installed the BJ from the bottom of the arm (again, a cleaner look). My feeling is the binding is a result of absolutely no shims for the upper a-arms. Space them out .750" or so & I think I'll be fine. The tie-rods were definitely in bind..... As soon as I raised the suspension, I could easily adjust the toe; with it dumped, I couldn't get the adapter sleeve to budge.

Rolling stock is 215-70-15's on 15x6's & 285-60-16's on 16x10's.

**Captainfab** · 12-05-2010, 02:29 AM

Looks great Scot

*lakeroadster* · 12-05-2010, 09:06 AM

Almost a shame to put the cab and bed on that, it's a rolling platform for your skills and abilities. Awesome

SCOTI · 12-05-2010, 12:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lakeroadster

Almost a shame to put the cab and bed on that, it's a rolling platform for your skills and abilities. Awesome

This is 'practice' for my 67 RetroRod. Definitely learned a thing or two here....

Painter D · 12-05-2010, 07:38 PM

Job well done.

Dinos63 · 12-06-2010, 02:19 AM

nice work!!! congrats i dig the caps and wheels

darkhorse970 · 12-06-2010, 07:44 AM

That looks great, I REALLY LIKE the tire/wheel combo! Where did you get those rear wheels?

72BlckButy · 12-06-2010, 08:15 AM

Awesome attention to detail!

SCOTI · 12-06-2010, 10:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by darkhorse970

That looks great, I REALLY LIKE the tire/wheel combo! Where did you get those rear wheels?

Had them built & I would not recommend the place that did it (Stockton Wheel).

Jonboy · 12-06-2010, 10:40 AM

Definitely the right wheel and tire combo for this truck. Frame looks great, definitely worth all the hassle. When is the body swap party? I'm in!

**67cheby** · 12-06-2010, 10:58 AM

cleanest Z i have ever seen, super nice job

12-03-2010, 01:16 PM	#501
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Project: Recycle Chassis looks great! And I like the clamps too __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

12-04-2010, 01:58 AM	#502
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,025	Re: Project: Recycle Drumroll . . ..... the chassis for 'Recycle' officially touched mother earth tonight. There's no air in the bags (no air-lines yet) & it only has shocks on the front, but @ full dump, the frame rail was 2.5" (F) & 3.0" (R) @ the cab mount centerlines w/stock spindles (15" wheel, 27" tall tire). The upper BJ's appear to be binding (or the tie-rods) because the bags are @ approx 4.5" & the shocks are still @ 12". I should have another 1-1.5" to go up front. I'm going to disconnect the TRE's tomorrow & see if there's a change. The rear was/is the limiting factor (as planned). It's bottomed out in the c-notch. I'm thinkin' it will look pretty decent & should drive low full time w/plenty of ground clearance (my objective vs. trying to lay frame). I couldn't get pics as it was too dark for pics & my cell just can't capture a good image (the shop is crowded so it's hard to get a decent view). I plan to put some schraders into place tomorrow & will roll it out in the sun for some pics...... __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.* Last edited by SCOTI; 12-04-2010 at 01:59 AM.

12-04-2010, 10:17 AM	#503
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project: Recycle its tomorrow ...... __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

12-04-2010, 12:30 PM	#505
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project: Recycle LOL, i am sure everyone on this board gets tired of me harrassing them and thinks i must have nothing better to do all day every day other than ask them for pics....... Well this is mostly true , i sell cars for a living 6 days a week 10 hrs a day and most of that time right here at my desk in front of this computer... so what i am saying is ...... WHERE'S THE PICS !! __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

12-04-2010, 07:47 PM	#506
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,025	Re: Project: Recycle Tough crowd. A guys gotta' sleep @ some point . . .... Attached Images __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

12-04-2010, 07:49 PM	#507
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Re: Project: Recycle Scoti you did a killer job on that chassis congrats man.. __________________ 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..

12-04-2010, 07:50 PM	#508
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,025	Re: Project: Recycle A few more . . .... Attached Images __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

12-04-2010, 08:15 PM	#510
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,699	Re: Project: Recycle Beautiful chassis. What did you use for washers under the heads of all the bolts? AN washers? __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

12-04-2010, 09:05 PM	#511
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Project: Recycle Absolute artwork. That chassis is really beautiful.

12-04-2010, 09:33 PM	#512
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: Project: Recycle That is just beautiful! I love the wheel/hub cap set up. I think that you had a 10" rear wheel made, what size tires did you use front/rear? After reading your post about the front BJ binding, in the pictures it looks like your upper A-Arms are upside down, possibly swapped side to side (compared to other photos I have seen)? Am I missing something about that? Anyway, I am jealous of your progress... __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

12-05-2010, 12:43 AM	#513
tuckin55 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mesquite tx Posts: 54	Re: Project: Recycle looks great

12-05-2010, 12:49 AM	#514
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: Project: Recycle I'm speachless!! __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

12-05-2010, 01:56 AM	#515
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,025	Re: Project: Recycle Thanks guys. Lolife99, I used SS lock washers (the split-lock washers are readily available). This give more clamping force on the bolt/nut & keeps the end that turns off of the fresh PC/paint. I also used nyloc nuts everywhere except for the front shocks (not available in that particular sizing). All nuts/bolt for frame, brackets, & x-members is GRADE-8. The T/A mounts got GRADE-9. Aggie91, the a-arms are mounted different vs. typical set-ups. I tried them both ways & couldn't see any difference as far as functionality. The way I installed them just 'looked' cleaner. We also installed the BJ from the bottom of the arm (again, a cleaner look). My feeling is the binding is a result of absolutely no shims for the upper a-arms. Space them out .750" or so & I think I'll be fine. The tie-rods were definitely in bind..... As soon as I raised the suspension, I could easily adjust the toe; with it dumped, I couldn't get the adapter sleeve to budge. Rolling stock is 215-70-15's on 15x6's & 285-60-16's on 16x10's. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.* Last edited by SCOTI; 12-05-2010 at 01:56 AM.

12-05-2010, 02:29 AM	#516
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,250	Re: Project: Recycle Looks great Scot __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

12-05-2010, 09:06 AM	#517
lakeroadster Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: High Plains of Colorado Posts: 2,485	Re: Project: Recycle Almost a shame to put the cab and bed on that, it's a rolling platform for your skills and abilities. Awesome Last edited by lakeroadster; 12-05-2010 at 09:06 AM.



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12-05-2010, 07:38 PM	#519
Painter D Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW (Forney) Posts: 1,529	Re: Project: Recycle Job well done. __________________ '58 SWB Fleetside...Front & Rear Porterbuilt Dropmember, 6.0 LS /4L60E. Accuair E-level, 20 Billet Specialties (Vintecs) '63 Buick Riviera ... AccuAir E-level, 20" Billet Specialties (Vintecs) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=528853&page=5

12-06-2010, 02:19 AM	#520
Dinos63 chevy only Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,619	Re: Project: Recycle nice work!!! congrats i dig the caps and wheels __________________ CHEVY ONLY... Nothin Else !

12-06-2010, 07:44 AM	#521
darkhorse970 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Monroe, LA Posts: 2,105	Re: Project: Recycle That looks great, I REALLY LIKE the tire/wheel combo! Where did you get those rear wheels? __________________ Keith SOLD - 1963 C10 Short Fleet 350/700R4 4/6 drop 1967 GMC Super Custom - Short Fleet COPO concept w/427 BBC T-400 w/Doug Nash overdrive 4/6 Drop, Buddy Buckets, etc... Frame Off (In Progress) I call it "Vulgar Display of Power" 1980 Silverado Original paint 49k Original miles 4/6 drop Check out my build thread here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6209941 Last edited by darkhorse970; 12-06-2010 at 07:47 AM. Reason: speeling

12-06-2010, 08:15 AM	#522
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project: Recycle Awesome attention to detail! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

12-06-2010, 10:40 AM	#524
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Project: Recycle Definitely the right wheel and tire combo for this truck. Frame looks great, definitely worth all the hassle. When is the body swap party? I'm in! __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

12-06-2010, 10:58 AM	#525
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project: Recycle cleanest Z i have ever seen, super nice job __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

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