Project: Shiro

[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by lolife99

BucK, I assumed you got this version of the rear coilover dropmember?
Why such a small rear notch?

LOL, I should have, it's too late now! I went with the mild drop because I don't want to deal with cutting or raising the bed floor. I thought I was getting outboard mounted coilovers but after looking at some of my parts I don't think that is the case. Matters not, I am going to press on and get this thing done because crawdadfox threw down the challenge... Cruisin' the Coast 2015!

[C10_ustacould]

Well, I didn't really get anything done to the truck tonight but I did make progress. The I6 is GONE!! Thanks to Track70's Dad for giving it a second chance! So with that gone I was able to get the cab stowed in the garage so my queen can park her inside... Happy wife, happy life. I also received my CPP Big Brake kit from Tommy at TnT-MotorSports (ksbrktracer).





So maybe tomorrow night I can get at that notch.

[mcbassin]

Originally Posted by Bucks68

I have a set of NOS outter rockers and a set of TriPlus cab corners I got from AMD. I need to order the rest but I'm not sure how far I need to go into the floor on each side. The floor is pitted on bothsides between the toe board and were it kicks up at the seat mount and the passenger side cab mount whole is cracked/torn. What do you think is a good plan for replacement? Should I cut it all out and go back with the new or do it in stages?

Personally, I prefer to keep as much Gm metal as possible. Your best bet might be to just use patches. The whole floor is nice but it's pretty big deal to drill all the spot welds.

[1980c-10 mybaby]

if your looking to sell your old trailing arms let me know... my 69 suburban trailing arms are done. one just snapped in half from all the rust

im hoping they are the same length if you are looking to sell them

[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by mcbassin

Personally, I prefer to keep as much Gm metal as possible. Your best bet might be to just use patches. The whole floor is nice but it's pretty big deal to drill all the spot welds.

I'm going to buy replacement floor panel sections for both the driver and passenger side, the outer extensions (inner rocker), and the foot-well panels (kick panels). When I have my Porterbuilt parts installed and my chassis back together I will put the cab back on the frame with new bushing, torque it down, and do my rust repair. My plan is to start by removing the rockers (inner/outer) and then the floor section. After that I will work my way back out to the outer rocker with my new panels. Make sense? Or should I cut out sections, replacing only the damaged areas and not necessarily the entire panel?

[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by 1980c-10 mybaby

if your looking to sell your old trailing arms let me know... my 69 suburban trailing arms are done. one just snapped in half from all the rust

im hoping they are the same length if you are looking to sell them

I will inspect them and let you know what condition they are in, no cracks etc. The shipping may be a little steep. If I do sell them I will list them in the classified section offering you first refusal on them, sound fair?

[mcbassin]

Originally Posted by Bucks68

I'm going to buy replacement floor panel sections for both the driver and passenger side, the outer extensions (inner rocker), and the foot-well panels (kick panels). When I have my Porterbuilt parts installed and my chassis back together I will put the cab back on the frame with new bushing, torque it down, and do my rust repair. My plan is to start by removing the rockers (inner/outer) and then the floor section. After that I will work my way back out to the outer rocker with my new panels. Make sense? Or should I cut out sections, replacing only the damaged areas and not necessarily the entire panel?

The plan you have mapped out is probably the best option in my opinion. I like the idea of doing the repairs on the frame with it level and mounted solid. Before you start any cutting of spot welds, I would recommend rebuilding your door hinges (with GM pins and bushing) then mount your doors and adjust your gaps as close as you can.

Also, I would tack weld in some braces in the door opening before you even cut anything loose. On mine I just took a bunch of measurements and it worked out okay. I also have a few extra cabs laying around that I can measure for reference, which is handy.

In hindsight, I would have spent more time fitting my doors. I had a few issues with the rockers and the door gaps that really should have been addressed before I finished bodywork. I ended up adjusting my passenger side door up after the truck was assembled. What a pain! I didn't even know the door was hitting the rocker until it started scuffing the clear coat.
For reference HERE is where I tried to fit up my driver side door for the final time. For the record, I also only used GM panels, no aftermarket stuff. This tells us back in the day GM had pretty loose tolerance for fit up of our trucks.
I fit the passenger side too, I just didn't notice the door was contacting the rocker until it was shiny

Sorry for the novel but just know this, I learned a ton about what not to do. I will help you any way I can when you go to making sparks.

[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by mcbassin

The plan you have mapped out is probably the best option in my opinion. I like the idea of doing the repairs on the frame with it level and mounted solid. Before you start any cutting of spot welds, I would recommend rebuilding your door hinges (with GM pins and bushing) then mount your doors and adjust your gaps as close as you can.

Also, I would tack weld in some braces in the door opening before you even cut anything loose. On mine I just took a bunch of measurements and it worked out okay. I also have a few extra cabs laying around that I can measure for reference, which is handy.

In hindsight, I would have spent more time fitting my doors. I had a few issues with the rockers and the door gaps that really should have been addressed before I finished bodywork. I ended up adjusting my passenger side door up after the truck was assembled. What a pain! I didn't even know the door was hitting the rocker until it started scuffing the clear coat.
For reference HERE is where I tried to fit up my driver side door for the final time. For the record, I also only used GM panels, no aftermarket stuff. This tells us back in the day GM had pretty loose tolerance for fit up of our trucks.
I fit the passenger side too, I just didn't notice the door was contacting the rocker until it was shiny

Sorry for the novel but just know this, I learned a ton about what not to do. I will help you any way I can when you go to making sparks.

Mike, as I have said before I am going to rely on your experience so you can write as much as you care to! Thanks for taking the time!

[C10_ustacould]

I got taken in by the cyber Monday hype...

[lolife99]

Sweet^^^

[mcbassin]

Originally Posted by lolife99

Sweet^^^

X2!
Very nice

[1980c-10 mybaby]

Originally Posted by Bucks68

I will inspect them and let you know what condition they are in, no cracks etc. The shipping may be a little steep. If I do sell them I will list them in the classified section offering you first refusal on them, sound fair?

its only about a 5 hr drive from where im located at. but yes let me know how they look. im not in a rush honestly the burban sits for months at a time anyways lol

[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by 1980c-10 mybaby

its only about a 5 hr drive from where im located at. but yes let me know how they look. im not in a rush honestly the burban sits for months at a time anyways lol

I'll let you know.

[GAc10boy]

Wow those are beautiful! Some of my favorite wheels! Expected arrival date?

[nlped]

I dig the wheels!

[Bennett68C10]

Nice looking wheels

[smbrouss70]

I love those wheels! What sizes? Are you gonna use up all that room in those bed tubs?

[68basket]

Love those wheels, I thought you already purchased some for this project though

[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by lolife99

Sweet^^^

Originally Posted by mcbassin

X2!
Very nice

Originally Posted by GAc10boy

Wow those are beautiful! Some of my favorite wheels! Expected arrival date?

Originally Posted by nlped

I dig the wheels!

Originally Posted by Bennett68C10

Nice looking wheels

Thanks guys I REALLY like these, so I had to go for it.
They should be here in time for Christmas.

Originally Posted by 68basket

Love those wheels, I thought you already purchased some for this project though

I do, but I changed my mind!

Originally Posted by smbrouss70

I love those wheels! What sizes? Are you gonna use up all that room in those bed tubs?

20x8.5 (5.25" bs) and 20x10 (6.0" bs). The tubs could house a little more but not much so I didn't see a reason to push it and cause myself any issues.

[nlped]

What are you going to do with the current wheels?

[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by nlped

What are you going to do with the current wheels?

They are for sale, just haven't listed them yet.

[slowcpe]

Nice choice on the wheels!

[C10_ustacould]

Worked on the notch for a little bit tonight...

Rear bridge removed.


Passenger side notch partially installed.

[nlped]

All those holes are crazy fun to drill out, HUH?

[C10_ustacould]

Originally Posted by nlped

All those holes are crazy fun to drill out, HUH?

Oh yea!! Gonna have to pick up a few 7/16 drill bits and some of what we call "Duck Butter" to keep them sharp.