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my67chevytruck · 11-18-2009, 01:16 PM

great progress Kevin!

LOW DOUGH · 11-18-2009, 04:02 PM

Lookin good Kevin. I really like how you are using the newer seats and floor. It is neat that the second row will fold down.

SkullCandy · 11-18-2009, 08:14 PM

So what's cheaper.. Buying a Brand new tahoe or building one with a classic body style?

Very nice!!!

Rokcrln · 11-18-2009, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by SkullCandy

So what's cheaper.. Buying a Brand new tahoe or building one with a classic body style?

Very nice!!!

Buying a new one with every option and real high interest rate's! I figure I have close to $10k just in the rear suspension, parts and labor.

Did some more work today on the passenger side wheel tub. Now I just need to make one to match for the drivers side.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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6772owner · 11-19-2009, 10:27 AM

That is just amazing craftsmanship, keep it up, I wanna see that thing in paint!

Rokcrln · 11-19-2009, 11:46 AM

Thanks it has been fun (at times) but now I get to figure out where and how to put shocks on the rear. I need 9" of travel so the over all length will be about 23". My plan is they will fit between the wheel tub and floor just behind the second row seat. I will add to the front of the wheel tub to incorporate them in once I figure it all out. I wanted to get the seats and tubs in first to really see just how little space I have to work with. Should be fun

Kevin
LFD Inc.

BlueJeep · 11-19-2009, 11:56 AM

How did you do the lip at the bottom of that filler panel? Is it a angle bent in the brake, stretch/shrink, then welded on or how did you get it like that?

Rokcrln · 11-19-2009, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueJeep

How did you do the lip at the bottom of that filler panel? Is it a angle bent in the brake, stretch/shrink, then welded on or how did you get it like that?

No it is all one piece that was done in a power bead roller I have for building car bodies. Very expensive machine but you can use it for little things like this. Just makes for a better finished look even know it will all be covered in the end.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

BlueJeep · 11-19-2009, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Rokcrln

No it is all one piece that was done in a power bead roller I have for building car bodies. Very expensive machine but you can use it for little things like this. Just makes for a better finished look even know it will all be covered in the end.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

I figured it might be something like that. Yes, it will make for a much cleaner finished product, as you said. Thanks!

38chevyhotrod · 11-19-2009, 04:51 PM

hey, some updates again.
I love it, damn nice work. You make it look factory by adding those beads.

Rokcrln · 11-19-2009, 09:51 PM

Well great progress on the seating today. I had to remove my previously welded in second row seat brackets so I could move them forward 2 7/8". Then I had to drill and weld nut the rear seat mount right where the floor kicks up but once that was done it started falling together. I bolted the second row back in and wanted to see if the floor filler pieces could still be used and guess what, they could. So I just trimmed off a bit of material and snapped them right in place and they are nice and flush with the rear floor section. I guess all that time I spent shaving the rear floor for that extra inch really paid off. With the seats in their up right position I have maybe 1/2" of space between the tubs and the back of the seat for carpet.

So I am 6' and with the front seats in place with more room than I would need when driving I still fit in the second row with extra room. Now the third row is another story. I fit as far as head clearance goes but my legs are half way to my chest. It would be ok for cruising around but not for long drives. Now my son and his friends will fit great and be able to stretch out. But what I was most surprised about was with the pass side second row flipped down I could walk (bent over but not bad) right into the back and that was cool.

Now with the seat folded down and the rear seats out I have about 6'8" of bed room and it is 44" wide between the tubs. Then with the rear seats in place I have I think it was 19" to the tail gate for bags and what not. So all in all I guess some planning and a lot of luck this Tahoe is really coming together nicely!

Kevin
LFD Inc.

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tdave00 · 11-19-2009, 10:59 PM

Very well planned. Looks great.

Critter · 11-19-2009, 11:05 PM

Well that's rediculously FREAKIN AWESOME! Good work.

hgs_notes · 11-20-2009, 01:38 AM

Had you considered turning the rear seat around to look out the back window like the old station wagons? I doubt theres room, but remember the ones that would fold into the rear floor? They were pretty cool. As a kid I loved looking out the back as we cruised the highway.

Rokcrln · 11-20-2009, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by hgs_notes

Had you considered turning the rear seat around to look out the back window like the old station wagons? I doubt theres room, but remember the ones that would fold into the rear floor? They were pretty cool. As a kid I loved looking out the back as we cruised the highway.

I remember those days gone bye as well. I grew up climbing around the back of a Ferd wagon with out seat belts, sleeping on the folded down seat on long trips and doing the arm pull for truck drivers to blow their air horns. Good time but not the safest things to be doing. After being an EMT/fire fighter for a few years and seeing what I have, my son will be facing forward and belted

This rear seat has a good amount of room just not for a 6'er!

Kevin
LFD inc.

CheyenneShop · 11-22-2009, 02:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Rokcrln

I remember those days gone bye as well. I grew up climbing around the back of a Ferd wagon with out seat belts, sleeping on the folded down seat on long trips and doing the arm pull for truck drivers to blow their air horns. Good time but not the safest things to be doing. After being an EMT/fire fighter for a few years and seeing what I have, my son will be facing forward and belted

This rear seat has a good amount of room just not for a 6'er!

Kevin
LFD inc.

So a "Rumble Seat" probably wont make the next masterpiece?

Rokcrln · 11-22-2009, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by theCheyenneShop

So a "Rumble Seat" probably wont make the next masterpiece?

You don't even know how close you are

But no!

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Rokcrln · 11-23-2009, 11:26 PM

Well todays progress was done with phone calls and debit cards

I called Street and performance and ordered my wire harness, Drive by wire pedal and mass air flow thingy. I then sent them my ECU to re-program and should have it all in about 2 weeks. I then spoke with Nate tonight about building me a 1 off set of upper A-arms for my C4 front end to allow me to lay frame with 30.5" tall tires. I can lay right now but my upper ball joints are fully bound up and very stressed. So he is looking into doing a set out of 1" .120 Cromo with 20* of kick added to the ball joint mounts. Also my PB hood hinges should be sent this week as well so keep a look out for another How-To article coming from LFD.

Then lastly I started my fuel tank for this beast. It is being built out of .070 SS and will be right about 28 gal. It will have an intank fuel pump as well. More to come Tuesday.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

LOW DOUGH · 11-20-2009, 02:00 PM

It's really coming together back there.

*vegaschevy* · 11-20-2009, 02:10 PM

This thing is looking AWESOME!!!

ERASER5 · 11-20-2009, 04:08 PM

Rokcrln, I read your posts with great enthusiasm and can hardly wait for the next one. However, it may surprise you that everyone does not share my views, some are even, dare I say it? Board.

The upcoming Thanksgiving trip will decide if Boogers likes trucks or not.

**67cheby** · 11-20-2009, 04:19 PM

YOu are an amazing fabricator , someone needs to pick you up for your own TV show !!

Frizzle Fry · 11-20-2009, 06:05 PM

Diggin it man. Roll with the ADD inspiration bursts and you can't go wrong. Just don't try to keep a schedule

Rokcrln · 11-20-2009, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

Diggin it man. Roll with the ADD inspiration bursts and you can't go wrong. Just don't try to keep a schedule

Amen to that!

Kevin
LFD Inc. or should that be A.D.D. Inc.

tdave00 · 11-21-2009, 01:13 AM

I would take an "ADD inspiration burst" every now and then if I got those kind of results.

11-18-2009, 01:16 PM	#1
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build great progress Kevin! __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470

11-18-2009, 04:02 PM	#2
LOW DOUGH I'M TRUCK CRAZY! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sachse, TEXAS Posts: 1,737	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Lookin good Kevin. I really like how you are using the newer seats and floor. It is neat that the second row will fold down.

11-18-2009, 08:14 PM	#3
SkullCandy Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 81	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build So what's cheaper.. Buying a Brand new tahoe or building one with a classic body style? Very nice!!! __________________ 1990 Dodge Ram D250 Cummins

11-19-2009, 10:27 AM	#5
6772owner Gearhead Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,193	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build That is just amazing craftsmanship, keep it up, I wanna see that thing in paint! __________________ 2002 Saturn SL2, My D/D 2019 Ford Fusion SE, Ecoboost - Wife's D/D 1993 Camaro Z28, A4, CAI, Cat-Back Exhaust Project C10 (my 72' C10 w/96' LT1, 700R4, bagged F&R, 18's (for now), Short/Fleet) -- SOLD! Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=313644

11-19-2009, 11:46 AM	#6
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Thanks it has been fun (at times) but now I get to figure out where and how to put shocks on the rear. I need 9" of travel so the over all length will be about 23". My plan is they will fit between the wheel tub and floor just behind the second row seat. I will add to the front of the wheel tub to incorporate them in once I figure it all out. I wanted to get the seats and tubs in first to really see just how little space I have to work with. Should be fun Kevin LFD Inc.

11-19-2009, 11:56 AM	#7
BlueJeep Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Waukee, Iowa Posts: 1,608	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build How did you do the lip at the bottom of that filler panel? Is it a angle bent in the brake, stretch/shrink, then welded on or how did you get it like that? __________________ build threads: 86 Suburban 88 Jeep 6.0 swap 49 Chevy truck 54 Chevy wagon 86 Suburban lowered 4/6 54 Chevy wagon 49 Chevy/s10 mix 88 Jeep Wrangler rockcrawler

11-19-2009, 04:51 PM	#10
38chevyhotrod Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Netherlands Posts: 191	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build hey, some updates again. I love it, damn nice work. You make it look factory by adding those beads. __________________ Anybody can restore a classic, takes a man to cut one up..... http://www.arnoldscustoms.com

11-19-2009, 09:51 PM	#11
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Well great progress on the seating today. I had to remove my previously welded in second row seat brackets so I could move them forward 2 7/8". Then I had to drill and weld nut the rear seat mount right where the floor kicks up but once that was done it started falling together. I bolted the second row back in and wanted to see if the floor filler pieces could still be used and guess what, they could. So I just trimmed off a bit of material and snapped them right in place and they are nice and flush with the rear floor section. I guess all that time I spent shaving the rear floor for that extra inch really paid off. With the seats in their up right position I have maybe 1/2" of space between the tubs and the back of the seat for carpet. So I am 6' and with the front seats in place with more room than I would need when driving I still fit in the second row with extra room. Now the third row is another story. I fit as far as head clearance goes but my legs are half way to my chest. It would be ok for cruising around but not for long drives. Now my son and his friends will fit great and be able to stretch out. But what I was most surprised about was with the pass side second row flipped down I could walk (bent over but not bad) right into the back and that was cool. Now with the seat folded down and the rear seats out I have about 6'8" of bed room and it is 44" wide between the tubs. Then with the rear seats in place I have I think it was 19" to the tail gate for bags and what not. So all in all I guess some planning and a lot of luck this Tahoe is really coming together nicely! Kevin LFD Inc. [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG] [IMG][/IMG]

11-19-2009, 10:59 PM	#12
tdave00 Restoring a 68 SWB Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 1,068	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Very well planned. Looks great. __________________ My Build Thread: Lucy - My 1968 SWB - Shop Truck Style North Nashville Concrete Contractor

11-19-2009, 11:05 PM	#13
Critter Future TOTM Winner Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bulverde, TX Posts: 2,692	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Well that's rediculously FREAKIN AWESOME! Good work. __________________ 72 Chevy CST K5 HIGHLANDER BLAZER Getting a 6.0,NV4500,NP205,14BFF (Currently laying all over the place in little pieces) 72 Chevy swb step-side "LS" 6.0 Here's a build thread of sorts 2002 HD2500 Crew Cab, 8.1L Allison 4x4 Daily Driver Check it out www.lsdyno.com

11-20-2009, 01:38 AM	#14
hgs_notes GEARHEAD Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: MN Posts: 6,121	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Had you considered turning the rear seat around to look out the back window like the old station wagons? I doubt theres room, but remember the ones that would fold into the rear floor? They were pretty cool. As a kid I loved looking out the back as we cruised the highway. __________________ If no one knows what you're doing, they can't tell you you're doing it wrong HG's Dream Car Build - Shelby Cobra Kit Build your own adjustable track bar 71 Long Fleet C/10 72 Jimmy 4x4 (Junkyard Jimmy) HG's Plow Truck '78 K35 Dually Bigass Farm Truck HG's thread of miscellaneous stuff

11-23-2009, 11:26 PM	#18
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Well todays progress was done with phone calls and debit cards I called Street and performance and ordered my wire harness, Drive by wire pedal and mass air flow thingy. I then sent them my ECU to re-program and should have it all in about 2 weeks. I then spoke with Nate tonight about building me a 1 off set of upper A-arms for my C4 front end to allow me to lay frame with 30.5" tall tires. I can lay right now but my upper ball joints are fully bound up and very stressed. So he is looking into doing a set out of 1" .120 Cromo with 20* of kick added to the ball joint mounts. Also my PB hood hinges should be sent this week as well so keep a look out for another How-To article coming from LFD. Then lastly I started my fuel tank for this beast. It is being built out of .070 SS and will be right about 28 gal. It will have an intank fuel pump as well. More to come Tuesday. Kevin LFD Inc.

11-20-2009, 02:00 PM	#19
LOW DOUGH I'M TRUCK CRAZY! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sachse, TEXAS Posts: 1,737	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build It's really coming together back there.

11-20-2009, 02:10 PM	#20
vegaschevy Account Suspended Join Date: May 2009 Location: las vegas nv Posts: 1,493	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build This thing is looking AWESOME!!!

11-20-2009, 04:08 PM	#21
ERASER5 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 4,859	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Rokcrln, I read your posts with great enthusiasm and can hardly wait for the next one. However, it may surprise you that everyone does not share my views, some are even, dare I say it? Board. The upcoming Thanksgiving trip will decide if Boogers likes trucks or not. __________________ '70 GMC C1500 LWB Power disc brakes. WooHoo! Posi 6 Lug Dana 60



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11-20-2009, 04:19 PM	#22
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build YOu are an amazing fabricator , someone needs to pick you up for your own TV show !! __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

11-20-2009, 06:05 PM	#23
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build Diggin it man. Roll with the ADD inspiration bursts and you can't go wrong. Just don't try to keep a schedule

11-21-2009, 01:13 AM	#25
tdave00 Restoring a 68 SWB Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 1,068	Re: LFD's 4dr Tahoe Build I would take an "ADD inspiration burst" every now and then if I got those kind of results. __________________ My Build Thread: Lucy - My 1968 SWB - Shop Truck Style North Nashville Concrete Contractor

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