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smokedat · 07-24-2011, 12:20 AM

Dry test fit, good so far I need to grind the spindles having some minor issues. Billet hubs with ARP studs and mogul bearings and timken seals.

smokedat · 07-24-2011, 12:24 AM

Rotors and calipers clear the wheel but as i predicted the caliper does not clear the spokes, need to run an adapter.

**lolife99** · 07-24-2011, 07:24 AM

Where did you buy the front suspension and Corvette brake set-up?

**N2TRUX** · 07-24-2011, 09:56 AM

Sexy set up for sure. Did we miss the details?

luifer76 · 07-24-2011, 11:57 AM

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Sexy set up for sure. Did we miss the details?

X2 very nice set up.....

68 TT · 07-24-2011, 06:00 PM

Gorgeous parts.

How much of a spacer are you going to need for the calipers to clear?

smokedat · 08-12-2011, 01:30 AM

I managed to tear out the stock suspension including the stock steering column. I am waiting on tie rods and new custom brushed aluminum steering column shift with dash ignition and a ford 3/4 36 splined shaft with 3 bolt type steering wheel. For ignition I will run a push start no key Mega Dial Panel from Biondo on a custom dash gauge panel.

smokedat · 08-12-2011, 01:38 AM

Baer tracker adjustable tie rods - on back order for past 2 weeks
brushed aluminum column shift dash ignition
Biondo mega dial sample pic set up on a dragster

68 TT · 08-12-2011, 10:59 AM

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Originally Posted by smokedat

Baer tracker adjustable tie rods - on back order for past 2 weeks
brushed aluminum column shift dash ignition
Biondo mega dial sample pic set up on a dragster

Great pieces to add to a great truck.

Are you going to get the Racepak gauge package too? Big bucks but very cool.

smokedat · 08-12-2011, 10:17 PM

Yes I will use the Racepak gauge set up. I will incorporate the original radio as a kicker. After reviewing the sketch the left side lookd empty, might fill it in with a clock gauge, Choppd this one up just for U

Tezjoe84 · 08-13-2011, 12:27 AM

that pic looks oddly familiar :-D

smokedat · 08-13-2011, 12:52 AM

LOL yeah I always save the good pics.

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that pic looks oddly familiar :-D

Tezjoe84 · 08-13-2011, 11:06 AM

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Originally Posted by smokedat

LOL yeah I always save the good pics.

Hehe, that's cool, nice to see dashes in different ways. :-)
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68 TT · 08-13-2011, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by smokedat

Yes I will use the Racepak gauge set up. I will incorporate the original radio as a kicker. After reviewing the sketch the left side lookd empty, might fill it in with a clock gauge, Choppd this one up just for U

That will be killer.

Maybe the switches can go on the left side below the clock to balance things out then it will leave more room for some nifty audio / video pieces like a monitor or nav system to go in above the stock stereo location.

smokedat · 08-26-2011, 01:08 AM

I have to report that I was injured today while trying to install the springs on the hood hinges. Spring broke loose got air and hit me in the fore head above the eye. It took a minute to control the situation. I cleaned up went home early bummed. I realized it was deeper than I thougt so I went to the ER to stich up. I guess it's true when they say " blood sweat and tears" . I'll post sum pics later I'm on the iPhone waiting in the ER
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smokedat · 08-26-2011, 02:34 AM

damaged goods some stiching required

Tezjoe84 · 08-26-2011, 02:38 AM

Holy jeez man... Looks like you tried to make yourself a 3rd eye!!

Joking aside... Hope your ok and it heals quick so you can get back on the pickup.
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VA72C10 · 08-26-2011, 02:40 AM

just glad it missed your eye!!! I always hate messing with hood springs.....really any springs

smokedat · 08-26-2011, 02:42 AM

I have had nothing but problems with the hood hinges its just a bad design, springs are to hard in some cases causing hoods to slighly bend. I odered some low tension springs from Jegs. If that doesnt work il $hit can the stock hinge and springs and go with these billet hinges, thing is there for a 72 some modding will be required.

smokedat · 08-26-2011, 02:50 AM

I did considered a revers hinge like covettes but that is like opening a can of worms. All the modding work and time to pull it off out wighs the benefits so that idea was canceled. I am also considering this design fabing the brakets is easy its finding a hinge that looks good is dificult factor

juiceman650 · 08-26-2011, 02:57 AM

Wow, thats a pretty big wound man. Hope you recovered well. Those 72 hinges look sick man.
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mcbassin · 08-26-2011, 08:32 AM

Dude! That's a heck of a wake up call. Sorry to hear and see the damage. I hate it when something like that stops me from working on my project

I love those machined hinges.

my4by2 · 08-26-2011, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by smokedat

I have had nothing but problems with the hood hinges its just a bad design, springs are to hard in some cases causing hoods to slighly bend. I odered some low tension springs from Jegs. If that doesnt work il $hit can the stock hinge and springs and go with these billet hinges, thing is there for a 72 some modding will be required.

If you'd care to hold out for a bit, I may know of a better option for you on the hood hinge issue!!! I am having a shop out in Tennessee custom fabricate me some billet hood hinges for my '77 (so they'd fit all 73-80's). They're using the stock hinge for reference & sure once they've made my set & have the CNC programming done the cost would more similar to other parts out there already (so I am absorbing the design cost basically...). Check out my thread from time-to-time as I will post updates on them once they get rolling.

BTW - Love the brakes & wheels man - gonna look KILLER!!!

smokedat · 08-26-2011, 02:58 PM

Thanks for everyones concern woke up with a swollen black eye on the fast way to recovery.

smokedat · 08-26-2011, 03:04 PM

Sweet build thread i like youre mudd flinging machine youre building. Bout those hinges I already ordered a set of those billet machined finish for the 72, with some creativity il make them work, but it would be great if some one offered them for the 73-80's. No one in the market offers them not Billet Specialties not Fesler not EMS. With that said make sure they patent the design going to be worth some serious $$

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Originally Posted by my4by2

If you'd care to hold out for a bit, I may know of a better option for you on the hood hinge issue!!! I am having a shop out in Tennessee custom fabricate me some billet hood hinges for my '77 (so they'd fit all 73-80's). They're using the stock hinge for reference & sure once they've made my set & have the CNC programming done the cost would more similar to other parts out there already (so I am absorbing the design cost basically...). Check out my thread from time-to-time as I will post updates on them once they get rolling.

BTW - Love the brakes & wheels man - gonna look KILLER!!!

07-24-2011, 12:20 AM	#551
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Dry test fit, good so far I need to grind the spindles having some minor issues. Billet hubs with ARP studs and mogul bearings and timken seals. Attached Images Last edited by smokedat; 07-24-2011 at 12:26 AM.

07-24-2011, 12:24 AM	#552
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Rotors and calipers clear the wheel but as i predicted the caliper does not clear the spokes, need to run an adapter. Attached Images

07-24-2011, 07:24 AM	#553
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Where did you buy the front suspension and Corvette brake set-up? __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

07-24-2011, 09:56 AM	#554
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Sexy set up for sure. Did we miss the details? __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

07-24-2011, 06:00 PM	#556
68 TT Still plays with trucks Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,556	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Gorgeous parts. How much of a spacer are you going to need for the calipers to clear? __________________ miSSed opportunity - ground up creation of an AWD 1994 454 SS that never was http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=795577 69 C10 shortbed stepside 400 small block - built like what a super sport truck could have been 69 K20 lwb TBI 350 4L60E NP208 14-bolt Dana-44 w/disc 68 Camaro SS / RS 500hp 439 inch roller cam big block 4L80E 79 Malibu TPI 350 4L60 w/ Z28 steering & sway bars

08-12-2011, 01:30 AM	#557
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne I managed to tear out the stock suspension including the stock steering column. I am waiting on tie rods and new custom brushed aluminum steering column shift with dash ignition and a ford 3/4 36 splined shaft with 3 bolt type steering wheel. For ignition I will run a push start no key Mega Dial Panel from Biondo on a custom dash gauge panel. Attached Images

08-12-2011, 01:38 AM	#558
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Baer tracker adjustable tie rods - on back order for past 2 weeks brushed aluminum column shift dash ignition Biondo mega dial sample pic set up on a dragster Attached Images

08-12-2011, 10:17 PM	#560
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Yes I will use the Racepak gauge set up. I will incorporate the original radio as a kicker. After reviewing the sketch the left side lookd empty, might fill it in with a clock gauge, Choppd this one up just for U Attached Images Last edited by smokedat; 08-12-2011 at 10:25 PM.

08-13-2011, 12:27 AM	#561
Tezjoe84 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Ardmore, Ok Posts: 255	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne that pic looks oddly familiar :-D __________________ Joe 1957 Chevy 3100 Stepside

08-26-2011, 01:08 AM	#565
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne I have to report that I was injured today while trying to install the springs on the hood hinges. Spring broke loose got air and hit me in the fore head above the eye. It took a minute to control the situation. I cleaned up went home early bummed. I realized it was deeper than I thougt so I went to the ER to stich up. I guess it's true when they say " blood sweat and tears" . I'll post sum pics later I'm on the iPhone waiting in the ER Posted via Mobile Device

08-26-2011, 02:34 AM	#566
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne damaged goods some stiching required Attached Images

08-26-2011, 02:38 AM	#567
Tezjoe84 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Ardmore, Ok Posts: 255	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Holy jeez man... Looks like you tried to make yourself a 3rd eye!! Joking aside... Hope your ok and it heals quick so you can get back on the pickup. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Joe 1957 Chevy 3100 Stepside

08-26-2011, 02:40 AM	#568
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne just glad it missed your eye!!! I always hate messing with hood springs.....really any springs __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

08-26-2011, 02:42 AM	#569
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne I have had nothing but problems with the hood hinges its just a bad design, springs are to hard in some cases causing hoods to slighly bend. I odered some low tension springs from Jegs. If that doesnt work il $hit can the stock hinge and springs and go with these billet hinges, thing is there for a 72 some modding will be required. Attached Images

08-26-2011, 02:50 AM	#570
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne I did considered a revers hinge like covettes but that is like opening a can of worms. All the modding work and time to pull it off out wighs the benefits so that idea was canceled. I am also considering this design fabing the brakets is easy its finding a hinge that looks good is dificult factor Attached Images



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08-26-2011, 02:57 AM	#571
juiceman650 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Bruno, CA. Posts: 348	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Wow, thats a pretty big wound man. Hope you recovered well. Those 72 hinges look sick man. Posted via Mobile Device

08-26-2011, 08:32 AM	#572
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Dude! That's a heck of a wake up call. Sorry to hear and see the damage. I hate it when something like that stops me from working on my project I love those machined hinges. __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

08-26-2011, 02:58 PM	#574
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Thanks for everyones concern woke up with a swollen black eye on the fast way to recovery.

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