![]() |
![]() |
#551 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: thousand oaks, California
Posts: 732
|
Re: mylow53 build
so i've been thinking it's 'bout time i installed a sway bar on this old girl. i was measuring the front mustang 2 it and i think if i found a bar that was 35'' wide and flat. i could put it in. any suggestions?
GT
__________________
Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#552 |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Central Coast, CA.
Posts: 1,202
|
Re: mylow53 build
I plan on doing the same thing. Does the company you bought your MII front have such a bar?
http://www.totalcostinvolved.com/pro...cfm?ProdID=140
__________________
Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe ![]() Last edited by Daniel U; 05-19-2010 at 01:24 PM. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#553 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: thousand oaks, California
Posts: 732
|
Re: mylow53 build
i need to call them i was hoping to use a junkyard special. but I may have to go with the ford version. my issue is the lowered hight and the big fat airbag in the middle. there are some big clearance challenges to get one in... i thought the ford had additional bends in it ..?
GT
__________________
Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#554 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: thousand oaks, California
Posts: 732
|
Re: mylow53 build
ok the trucks in the ac shop. there doing the hoses and charging the system. the guy is telling me they have a new style of hose he's gonna use that is about 1/2 the diamater and very flexable. about the same od as the 1/2" gas line.... ill get some picts when she's done. had to drive her in the heavy mist this morning. first time i've ever used the wipers since the build. man you sure get used to real wipers on the modern cars.
GT
__________________
Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#555 |
Registered User
![]() Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Scotts, Michigan
Posts: 3,770
|
Re: mylow53 build
GT -
I would definatly be intrested in seeing pics of the hoses. That is on my list as well. Thanks for doing the homework for the rest of us. Marc |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#556 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: thousand oaks, California
Posts: 732
|
Re: mylow53 build
Is it cold in here or is it my AC????
it works! there's some wiring to be done. since the radiator fan need to always run when ever the ac is on. and i need to loop the ac compressor "on "wire thru a high pressure safety switch. the hoses as you can see are pretty small smaller than the heater hose. additionally Rick at fridgeie king in simi valley polished all the visible metal hose ends. and he actually welded up the access nipples to the firewall!! nice work. Rick said he took a picture and is framing it for his work! GT
__________________
Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#557 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Clovis Ca.
Posts: 3,311
|
Re: mylow53 build
Nice man!
__________________
Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#558 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Idaho
Posts: 8,800
|
Re: mylow53 build
Can't wait to get to that stage on mine, looks really nice, good to find someone who cares about the details.
__________________
1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#559 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: Cactus Patch So. Az
Posts: 4,750
|
Re: mylow53 build
Very nice!!
The A/C hose looks to be the same size as the heater hose. Here is where I ran my hoses, same side just a bit lower.
__________________
53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#560 |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Central Coast, CA.
Posts: 1,202
|
Re: mylow53 build
Very cool GT!
__________________
Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe ![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#561 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: thousand oaks, California
Posts: 732
|
Re: mylow53 build
parked next to this original 54 long bed 1/2 ton at the local hardware store I always thought the extended beds were 3/4 ton but according to his door jam it's only good for 4800 pounds
__________________
Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#562 |
Cancer Survivor in the making.
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Bainbridge Island, WA
Posts: 303
|
Re: mylow53 build
GMC did make a long-bed 1/2-ton model but Chevrolet did not. It doesn't look like a long to me from the photos. The front and rear of the rear fenders look too close to the front and rear of the bed.
__________________
'55 1st GMC Suburban - '54 GMC 1-ton trailer puller (in process) - '54 GMC 1-ton Hydra-Matic - '47 Chevy AD COE and lots more rusty old iron. Steve@OldSub.com OldSub.com . MaxwellGarage.com . OldGasTowRigs.com |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#563 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: thousand oaks, California
Posts: 732
|
Re: mylow53 build
maybe but it has 2 spares one on each side
GT
__________________
Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#564 |
Cancer Survivor in the making.
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: Bainbridge Island, WA
Posts: 303
|
Re: mylow53 build
I don't see the driver's side spare in the pictures. Two spares would not be original either but a nice custom touch.
__________________
'55 1st GMC Suburban - '54 GMC 1-ton trailer puller (in process) - '54 GMC 1-ton Hydra-Matic - '47 Chevy AD COE and lots more rusty old iron. Steve@OldSub.com OldSub.com . MaxwellGarage.com . OldGasTowRigs.com |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#565 |
Registered User
![]() Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Scotts, Michigan
Posts: 3,770
|
Re: mylow53 build
GT-
Boy your truck looks low in the front on picture. How cool, stock next to custom. Looking good. Marc |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#566 |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Central Coast, CA.
Posts: 1,202
|
Re: mylow53 build
Nice pic!
__________________
Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe ![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#567 |
Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Cali.
Posts: 958
|
Re: mylow53 build
Greg your truck looks insane!!!!!
__________________
My build, 53 GMC / S10 swap http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=305723 My build, 59 Chevy / 88 fullsize swap http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...hlight=sgtusmc U.S. Marines - Certified Counselors to the 72 Virgins Dating Club. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#568 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Queen Creek, AZ
Posts: 538
|
Re: mylow53 build
that picture is pretty damn cool!
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#569 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: thousand oaks, California
Posts: 732
|
Re: mylow53 build
wow thanks guys!!! nice to hear. maybe some day i could be truck of the month nominee?
__________________
Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#570 |
Certified Car Nut
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Inglewood, California
Posts: 3,118
|
Re: mylow53 build
Hey man,
Once again the truck is look great. Do you plan to go to brothers truck show this year? |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#571 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: thousand oaks, California
Posts: 732
|
Re: mylow53 build
it's in july right?
i haven't made plans yet or paid for the admission. ill look to see if registration is still open GT
__________________
Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#572 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: Cactus Patch So. Az
Posts: 4,750
|
Re: mylow53 build
Man, your truck looks B****en you nailed it !!
__________________
53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#573 |
Certified Car Nut
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Inglewood, California
Posts: 3,118
|
Re: mylow53 build
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#574 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: So. Cal.
Posts: 452
|
Re: mylow53 build
Oh yeah!
__________________
It's all about the stance, baby! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=320546 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#575 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: thousand oaks, California
Posts: 732
|
Re: mylow53 build
hey guys i should be at the pismo show this weekend. if your near you should drop by!
GT
__________________
Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
Bookmarks |
|
|