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smokedat · 10-03-2011, 11:46 PM

Got the handles today super nice very high quality finish

qu1cks1lver56 · 10-04-2011, 12:41 AM

DO WANT THOSE DOOR HANDLES!

Those look awesome

VA72C10 · 10-04-2011, 01:35 AM

awesome!!!

my4by2 · 10-04-2011, 03:57 AM

Definitely a unique mod man! Those look sweet!!!

smokedat · 10-05-2011, 12:22 AM

I got the drivers side door handle sorry about the low res iphone pics. Il try and post some high res pics after I complete both sides

juiceman650 · 10-05-2011, 03:10 AM

Nice handles! It looking good man!
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73gmc454 · 10-05-2011, 06:50 AM

Those look great and you already got 1 on ! I really like the brushed look,

luifer76 · 10-05-2011, 12:58 PM

handles look good bro....

SledBurban · 10-05-2011, 01:28 PM

Those handles look killer, can't wait to see some base color behind them!

68 TT · 10-05-2011, 03:57 PM

Very nice. That is the biggest thing on the square body trucks that bothers me. The door handles just look so cheap and are just plain ugly.

I was considering putting the 67-72 handles on my 78 but the ones you chose are even better. Great job.

Gordonr1973 · 10-05-2011, 05:40 PM

Very cool handles!!!

smokedat · 10-05-2011, 09:51 PM

Thanx evryone, I completed the passenger side mudd and all i also shaved the key hole as it would of been worthless since i have keyless entry.

smokedat · 10-05-2011, 09:53 PM

driver side is almost there i got hungry and left the shop

smokedat · 10-05-2011, 09:59 PM

I need to finish the mudd work on the hood i had to beat it with a 4 pound beater and bring out the 2x4,trim here and there and build a side and 3 corners to have the 1/8 gap i have all around. This hood was far from a perfect fit and it was from goodmark, guess it depends on how picky you are

smokedat · 10-05-2011, 10:01 PM

need to finish mudd work on top of the core support shaved all the folds creases and bolts

silvereagle07 · 10-06-2011, 10:34 AM

The handles look killer!

smokedat · 10-07-2011, 11:35 PM

coil overs are in. went with 750lbs. springs up front taking in consideration the lighter front end.

luifer76 · 10-09-2011, 07:37 PM

Very nice bro.....

smokedat · 12-08-2011, 12:52 AM

i havnt updated the build in a while but progress is coming along. Body work on the hood is complete it took a while but it turned out great, hinges are smooth an gaps and alignment are right on closes and opens effortlessly. It had a 1/2 bow down both sides that i had to bust down with a 2x4 and a 2 pound beater, after doing so i had to bust the torch out because i had to shrink some areas. The technique might be a lil scary for some but when a hammer and dollie wont do it u need the torch to shrink down. For this u need to have a clean surface down to the metal then apply the heat until it turns read to the size of a quarter or so the cool it off with a wet rag. You keep doing so until it minimizes, make sure you give it time to completely cool off after each pass this is critical or you will get false results. For added strength i reinforced the first layer with short strand fiber glass then finished with bondo and glaze. You will be amazed on how much the metal changes from having a belly to applying heat to cool off. But if you feel like its beyond youre ablity dont try it. You will **** **** up warped metal is a biach to fix

smokedat · 12-08-2011, 01:04 AM

i also knocked out the lil boxes on the bed, they were a bit of an eye sore

smokedat · 12-08-2011, 01:16 AM

all the metal and body work is finally coming to a closure hope to spray this soon my goal is to have it painted by early-mid next yr.

smokedat · 12-08-2011, 01:30 AM

some motivating and inspiring pics of the blue devil

Gordonr1973 · 12-08-2011, 01:53 AM

Nice corvette!

Your truck is coming along amazingly!!

73gmc454 · 12-08-2011, 08:07 AM

You did a some real work to that hood , I have the same pos goodmark hood , my body guy didnt do much with it and it shows but I can live with it , yours is much nicer I'm sure ,
Nice corvette, we have a guy at the local hotrod shop we do some work for and hes building a blue devil camaro for the ridler award , I've been workin on making all sorts of stuff for the Ls9 ,

smokedat · 12-08-2011, 10:11 PM

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Originally Posted by 73gmc454

You did a some real work to that hood , I have the same pos goodmark hood , my body guy didnt do much with it and it shows but I can live with it , yours is much nicer I'm sure ,
Nice corvette, we have a guy at the local hotrod shop we do some work for and hes building a blue devil camaro for the ridler award , I've been workin on making all sorts of stuff for the Ls9 ,

Sweet must be an honor to be part of such a project, make sure to post some pics

10-03-2011, 11:46 PM	#626
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Got the handles today super nice very high quality finish Attached Images __________________ Alex - Dirty AL "One Piece at a Time" Follow me on Instagram alex.barr.ios

10-04-2011, 12:41 AM	#627
qu1cks1lver56 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Milton, FL Posts: 733	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne DO WANT THOSE DOOR HANDLES! Those look awesome __________________ My 86 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=375526

10-04-2011, 01:35 AM	#628
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne awesome!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

10-04-2011, 03:57 AM	#629
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Definitely a unique mod man! Those look sweet!!! __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K30 LWB Crew Cab 497HP Mast Motorsports 6.0L LY6 HO engine GM NV4500 5-speed, Centerforce clutch + NP205 D60 + 14-bolt FF w/ Eaton posi + disc brakes Skyjacker 2.5" full spring lift w/ Nitro shocks Custom paint + interior http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=435722

10-05-2011, 12:22 AM	#630
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne I got the drivers side door handle sorry about the low res iphone pics. Il try and post some high res pics after I complete both sides Attached Images __________________ Alex - Dirty AL "One Piece at a Time" Follow me on Instagram alex.barr.ios

10-05-2011, 03:10 AM	#631
juiceman650 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: San Bruno, CA. Posts: 348	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Nice handles! It looking good man! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1975 Chevy Cheyenne w/ v8 350 and TH350 Siverado interior Fleetside bed aka "The Beast" aka "Cheyerado"

10-05-2011, 06:50 AM	#632
73gmc454 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: louisville ohio Posts: 375	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Those look great and you already got 1 on ! I really like the brushed look, __________________ my build 77 gmc shortbed big block, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=438237

10-05-2011, 12:58 PM	#633
luifer76 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Southern California CA Posts: 1,088	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne handles look good bro.... __________________ nOtHiNg LiKe ThE gOoD oLe ChEvYs....

10-05-2011, 01:28 PM	#634
SledBurban Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DF DUB Posts: 97	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Those handles look killer, can't wait to see some base color behind them!

10-05-2011, 03:57 PM	#635
68 TT Still plays with trucks Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,556	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Very nice. That is the biggest thing on the square body trucks that bothers me. The door handles just look so cheap and are just plain ugly. I was considering putting the 67-72 handles on my 78 but the ones you chose are even better. Great job. __________________ 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

10-05-2011, 05:40 PM	#636
Gordonr1973 Home Built '87 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Calgary, Alberta Canada Posts: 1,829	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Very cool handles!!! __________________ Gordon 1998 White Chev ext cab 2WD (Summer Project) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=408424 1987 Chev Silverado SWB (Winter Project Rebuild) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424833 Truck Club http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=466969

10-05-2011, 09:51 PM	#637
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Thanx evryone, I completed the passenger side mudd and all i also shaved the key hole as it would of been worthless since i have keyless entry. Attached Images __________________ Alex - Dirty AL "One Piece at a Time" Follow me on Instagram alex.barr.ios

10-05-2011, 09:53 PM	#638
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne driver side is almost there i got hungry and left the shop Attached Images __________________ Alex - Dirty AL "One Piece at a Time" Follow me on Instagram alex.barr.ios

10-05-2011, 09:59 PM	#639
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne I need to finish the mudd work on the hood i had to beat it with a 4 pound beater and bring out the 2x4,trim here and there and build a side and 3 corners to have the 1/8 gap i have all around. This hood was far from a perfect fit and it was from goodmark, guess it depends on how picky you are Attached Images __________________ Alex - Dirty AL "One Piece at a Time" Follow me on Instagram alex.barr.ios

10-05-2011, 10:01 PM	#640
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne need to finish mudd work on top of the core support shaved all the folds creases and bolts Attached Images __________________ Alex - Dirty AL "One Piece at a Time" Follow me on Instagram alex.barr.ios



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10-06-2011, 10:34 AM	#641
silvereagle07 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bailey, NC Posts: 2,462	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne The handles look killer! __________________ Jeramy '84 GMC project truck '85 Chevy 4X4 SOLD '07 Chevy Trailblazer SS 5th Annual SHPHC Car/Truck Show Pics http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543605 UPDATED PICS! CHECK 'EM OUT

10-07-2011, 11:35 PM	#642
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne coil overs are in. went with 750lbs. springs up front taking in consideration the lighter front end. Attached Images __________________ Alex - Dirty AL "One Piece at a Time" Follow me on Instagram alex.barr.ios Last edited by smokedat; 10-07-2011 at 11:47 PM.

10-09-2011, 07:37 PM	#643
luifer76 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Southern California CA Posts: 1,088	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Very nice bro..... __________________ nOtHiNg LiKe ThE gOoD oLe ChEvYs....

12-08-2011, 12:52 AM	#644
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne i havnt updated the build in a while but progress is coming along. Body work on the hood is complete it took a while but it turned out great, hinges are smooth an gaps and alignment are right on closes and opens effortlessly. It had a 1/2 bow down both sides that i had to bust down with a 2x4 and a 2 pound beater, after doing so i had to bust the torch out because i had to shrink some areas. The technique might be a lil scary for some but when a hammer and dollie wont do it u need the torch to shrink down. For this u need to have a clean surface down to the metal then apply the heat until it turns read to the size of a quarter or so the cool it off with a wet rag. You keep doing so until it minimizes, make sure you give it time to completely cool off after each pass this is critical or you will get false results. For added strength i reinforced the first layer with short strand fiber glass then finished with bondo and glaze. You will be amazed on how much the metal changes from having a belly to applying heat to cool off. But if you feel like its beyond youre ablity dont try it. You will ** ** up warped metal is a biach to fix __________________ Alex - Dirty AL "One Piece at a Time" Follow me on Instagram alex.barr.ios

12-08-2011, 01:04 AM	#645
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne i also knocked out the lil boxes on the bed, they were a bit of an eye sore Attached Images __________________ Alex - Dirty AL "One Piece at a Time" Follow me on Instagram alex.barr.ios

12-08-2011, 01:16 AM	#646
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne all the metal and body work is finally coming to a closure hope to spray this soon my goal is to have it painted by early-mid next yr. __________________ Alex - Dirty AL "One Piece at a Time" Follow me on Instagram alex.barr.ios

12-08-2011, 01:30 AM	#647
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne some motivating and inspiring pics of the blue devil Attached Images __________________ Alex - Dirty AL "One Piece at a Time" Follow me on Instagram alex.barr.ios

12-08-2011, 01:53 AM	#648
Gordonr1973 Home Built '87 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Calgary, Alberta Canada Posts: 1,829	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne Nice corvette! Your truck is coming along amazingly!! __________________ Gordon 1998 White Chev ext cab 2WD (Summer Project) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=408424 1987 Chev Silverado SWB (Winter Project Rebuild) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424833 Truck Club http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=466969

12-08-2011, 08:07 AM	#649
73gmc454 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: louisville ohio Posts: 375	Re: LS1 into a 73 cheyenne You did a some real work to that hood , I have the same pos goodmark hood , my body guy didnt do much with it and it shows but I can live with it , yours is much nicer I'm sure , Nice corvette, we have a guy at the local hotrod shop we do some work for and hes building a blue devil camaro for the ridler award , I've been workin on making all sorts of stuff for the Ls9 , __________________ my build 77 gmc shortbed big block, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=438237

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