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hgs_notes · 12-04-2009, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by jaros44sr

It is a form of entertainment for me, sorta like a legal mistress

Traded a guy in Cali (Jims Junk) for a set of 8 1/2" alum. slotted wheels

I call my various projects "therapy". I'm picking up another parts blazer in the next week or so, the main selling point was a set of aluminum slots that are in pretty good shape. I traded a pair of repro fenders for the blazer, minus the engine/tranny/tranfer case, and the tub may be in better shape than what I have now.

I love slots!

msgross · 12-04-2009, 09:26 PM

Energy suspension has the TC side mounts. I just get the part number from their website and have my NAPA order them.

jaros44sr · 12-05-2009, 02:06 AM

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Originally Posted by msgross

Energy suspension has the TC side mounts. I just get the part number from their website and have my NAPA order them.

Thanks Mike

red71cheyenne · 12-05-2009, 09:36 PM

Yep, I know how you feel, my wife drives a Malibu too.

I should see the Camaro when I get home from this underway. Ordered it while I was in Japan and I've been waiting for them to finish and ship it since I got home. Can't wait!

jaros44sr · 12-25-2009, 09:37 PM

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL, AND A SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN

Present from Mrs. Claus, now I have to figure out how to mount it

Chevyman63 · 12-25-2009, 09:43 PM

Nice gift!!

And Merry Christmas to you and yours as well.

msgross · 12-25-2009, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by jaros44sr

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL, AND A SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN

Present from Mrs. Claus, now I have to figure out how to mount it

thanks Jim.. few of my guys just got back form Iraq... nice to see them back home safely. I've got one more still over there..

hey if that's pressure treated just roll with it

Tynee · 01-14-2010, 09:03 PM

Anybody home?

Big J · 01-14-2010, 09:15 PM

No doubt. Lots of guys have been slackin'!

Myself included

jaros44sr · 01-14-2010, 09:30 PM

Sorry, I was just sitting back and reading everyone else's progress(just enjoying the ride) forgot I was supposed to be building a truck. But, I ain't goin' to lie to ya, it was a nice break with the Holidays and Family

So, while I wasn't doin' anything, I was spending money! Picked up a Cruise, and finally found my seat tracks(drivers side) for the utility seats, now I can mount the seat up on the passenger side, and a Quadrajet carb...Oh yeah, I also bought a R/C Helicopter, pretty cool, I haven't hit the Christmas tree YET

After 3 weeks of thought and moving and rearranging and more thought, I finally have a plan to mount up my winch/with stock bumper. It will have a cradle of sorts under the plate that will hold the winch(warn model 8000), plus be bolted to the forward crossmember, frame rails and front bumper at each side of the license plate bump out. Today I actually made a pattern for the cradle, so once my new bumper bolts get here I can put the bumper on and start the final mock up

Pics to follow, before I get one of those blasted "this thread is worthless w/o pics" slogans

Big J · 01-15-2010, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by jaros44sr

Sorry, I was just sitting back and reading everyone else's progress(just enjoying the ride) forgot I was supposed to be building a truck. But, I ain't goin' to lie to ya, it was a nice break with the Holidays and Family

Right there with ya.

jaros44sr · 01-15-2010, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by vtblazer

Done correctly, you should be able to keep all the bumper.

I think I got it

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Originally Posted by Tynee

Anybody home?

Always home, best place to be, wifey makes sure of that!

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Originally Posted by Big J

Right there with ya.

OK. now it's your turn to get back to work

Still have to make the bend for the bumper, sure wish steel bent like aluminum. Hole in crossmember makes for an ideal mounting point. Also planning to drill out a rivet in the leaf spring mount for the plate to bolt in...Sheesh, someday I have to paint the frame, that looks like crap

still have to build the bracket to mount the tank to the battery box, but this location seems to be the best

jb4short · 01-15-2010, 03:53 PM

is that magnetic hardware tray stock?

jaros44sr · 01-15-2010, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Tri-ProAutomotive

is that magnetic hardware tray stock?

Actually yes and no, I had it repoped from an original 'craftsman', company in Taiwan made them for me

Mounts well to that '68 core support I got from you

how's life in Virginia?

jb4short · 01-15-2010, 04:49 PM

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Originally Posted by jaros44sr

Actually yes and no, I had it repoped from an original 'craftsman', company in Taiwan made them for me

Mounts well to that '68 core support I got from you

how's life in Virginia?

great so far....your tools LOVE the weather...LOL

did you see the seat tie downs?

msgross · 01-15-2010, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Tri-ProAutomotive

is that magnetic hardware tray stock?

rare corvette optioned aux battery mag tray,

hey, who's this tri-pro guy????

jaros44sr · 01-18-2010, 10:50 AM

Kurt is right, as usual, you can fit a mounting plate for the winch and retain the stock bumper

Changed direction again! I think is the final fitment

jaros44sr · 01-18-2010, 03:21 PM

Looks like I will have to make a cut out on my plate, so the winch feet have metal to bolt to. Thank goodness for the license plate bump out

msgross · 01-18-2010, 03:26 PM

what size is that lower plate? looks like it was made to go there... what about your lower pan for th 67-68 nose?

jaros44sr · 01-18-2010, 03:32 PM

Scrap alum. I had laying around, still in the mock up. When it comes time to put the 1/4" plate in, I may have to cut the frame horns behind the bumper and slide it straight in from the front...dunno yet

I don't have the lower pan, but I may just cut it and use the outside pcs., I'm not using the center grille support either

Jtrux · 01-18-2010, 09:02 PM

I only have one issue with mounting the winch behind the bumper, engaging it. Do you plan on just running it out with the remote when you use it or reaching under (or over if the hoods up) to get at it?? Other than that I really like the idea.

jaros44sr · 01-18-2010, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Jtrux

I only have one issue with mounting the winch behind the bumper, engaging it. Do you plan on just running it out with the remote when you use it or reaching under (or over if the hoods up) to get at it?? Other than that I really like the idea.

Didn't know you could use the remote to let out the cable, I'll have to look into that. I was thinking of cutting the lever off and extending it up, but lifting the hood is no big issue as I have to watch it spool up, you can't see it behind the grille

Thanks J for watching

vtblazer · 01-19-2010, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Jtrux

I only have one issue with mounting the winch behind the bumper, engaging it. Do you plan on just running it out with the remote when you use it or reaching under (or over if the hoods up) to get at it??

No need to open the hood, all you need to do is 'index' the selection lever so it's accessable by merely reaching under the bumper.

Although with the bottom mounting plate set up, it may change thing's enough to take that option off the check list.

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Originally Posted by jaros44sr

Didn't know you could use the remote to let out the cable, I'll have to look into that. I was thinking of cutting the lever off and extending it up, but lifting the hood is no big issue as I have to watch it spool up, you can't see it behind the grille

You'll want to have the option to 'free spool', without a doubt and there's generally enough of an opening through the farlead to see the drum, no need to pop the hood.

Permanently mounting the winch controll switch inside is the only way to go.

Thing to do is get the winch tossed in under there and find the best solution to those pesky question's.

(mock up - phase two)

low'n slow · 02-05-2010, 11:30 PM

Don't scratch that dryer, you'll be in trouble again with the wife!!

Big J · 02-05-2010, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by low'n slow

Don't scratch that dryer, you'll be in trouble again with the wife!!

Thats exactly what I was thinkin'. Got in trouble the other day for that, lol.

12-04-2009, 09:26 PM	#2
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: PO has me PO'd Energy suspension has the TC side mounts. I just get the part number from their website and have my NAPA order them. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 12-04-2009 at 09:27 PM.

12-05-2009, 09:36 PM	#4
red71cheyenne Back in the sticks Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Fordland, MO Posts: 3,188	Re: PO has me PO'd Yep, I know how you feel, my wife drives a Malibu too. I should see the Camaro when I get home from this underway. Ordered it while I was in Japan and I've been waiting for them to finish and ship it since I got home. Can't wait! __________________ 1971 Cheyenne C-10 w/700R4 and Tuned Port Injection 1969 K5 Blazer w/Tuned Port 2010 2SS/RS Flaming Orange Camaro 2011 K1500 Suburban 2014 K1500 Pickup 2008 Nissan Altima? The wifes' hoopty

12-25-2009, 09:37 PM	#5
jaros44sr Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,458	Re: PO has me PO'd MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL, AND A SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OUR SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN Present from Mrs. Claus, now I have to figure out how to mount it __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim Last edited by jaros44sr; 12-25-2009 at 09:45 PM.

12-25-2009, 09:43 PM	#6
Chevyman63 Can't wait to retire!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Corunna, MI Posts: 1,575	Re: PO has me PO'd Nice gift!! And Merry Christmas to you and yours as well. __________________ 2009 4x4 Chevy Crew Cab 6.0 1989 4x4 Siverado (270,000 miles) 1972 4x4 Blazer 2007 Chevy Cutaway 1 ton 1970 Corvette (sons project) RIP - CLR 10/11/09

01-14-2010, 09:03 PM	#8
Tynee I miss this truck. Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Lexington, KY U.S.A. Posts: 2,863	Re: PO has me PO'd Anybody home? __________________ '07 GMC Acadia SLT. Sweet ride. '08 Crew Cab Z-71 short bed. Really like this truck A LOT.

01-14-2010, 09:15 PM	#9
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,773	Re: PO has me PO'd No doubt. Lots of guys have been slackin'! Myself included __________________ BAZINGA! My Build

01-14-2010, 09:30 PM	#10
jaros44sr Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,458	Re: PO has me PO'd Sorry, I was just sitting back and reading everyone else's progress(just enjoying the ride) forgot I was supposed to be building a truck. But, I ain't goin' to lie to ya, it was a nice break with the Holidays and Family So, while I wasn't doin' anything, I was spending money! Picked up a Cruise, and finally found my seat tracks(drivers side) for the utility seats, now I can mount the seat up on the passenger side, and a Quadrajet carb...Oh yeah, I also bought a R/C Helicopter, pretty cool, I haven't hit the Christmas tree YET After 3 weeks of thought and moving and rearranging and more thought, I finally have a plan to mount up my winch/with stock bumper. It will have a cradle of sorts under the plate that will hold the winch(warn model 8000), plus be bolted to the forward crossmember, frame rails and front bumper at each side of the license plate bump out. Today I actually made a pattern for the cradle, so once my new bumper bolts get here I can put the bumper on and start the final mock up Pics to follow, before I get one of those blasted "this thread is worthless w/o pics" slogans __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim Last edited by jaros44sr; 01-14-2010 at 09:36 PM.

01-15-2010, 03:53 PM	#13
jb4short Damn Yankee Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 2,261	Re: PO has me PO'd is that magnetic hardware tray stock?

01-18-2010, 10:50 AM	#17
jaros44sr Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,458	Re: PO has me PO'd Kurt is right, as usual, you can fit a mounting plate for the winch and retain the stock bumper Changed direction again! I think is the final fitment __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim Last edited by jaros44sr; 01-18-2010 at 10:55 AM.

01-18-2010, 03:21 PM	#18
jaros44sr Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,458	Re: PO has me PO'd Looks like I will have to make a cut out on my plate, so the winch feet have metal to bolt to. Thank goodness for the license plate bump out __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim Last edited by jaros44sr; 01-18-2010 at 03:25 PM.

01-18-2010, 03:26 PM	#19
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: PO has me PO'd what size is that lower plate? looks like it was made to go there... what about your lower pan for th 67-68 nose? __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

01-18-2010, 03:32 PM	#20
jaros44sr Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Philadelphia, Pa. 19454 Posts: 9,458	Re: PO has me PO'd Scrap alum. I had laying around, still in the mock up. When it comes time to put the 1/4" plate in, I may have to cut the frame horns behind the bumper and slide it straight in from the front...dunno yet I don't have the lower pan, but I may just cut it and use the outside pcs., I'm not using the center grille support either __________________ Semper Fi...Uncle Sam, you da man All parts offered to help are free, unless otherwise noted Dont try this stuff in my build thread, unless you have 55 years of mechanical OTJ training SAFETY FIRST AS usual, off topic They say your mind goes second, can't remember the first Jim Last edited by jaros44sr; 01-18-2010 at 03:32 PM.

01-18-2010, 09:02 PM	#21
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: PO has me PO'd I only have one issue with mounting the winch behind the bumper, engaging it. Do you plan on just running it out with the remote when you use it or reaching under (or over if the hoods up) to get at it?? Other than that I really like the idea. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

02-05-2010, 11:30 PM	#24
low'n slow Too Dumb To Know Better Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 882	Re: PO has me PO'd Don't scratch that dryer, you'll be in trouble again with the wife!!



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