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04-14-2007, 11:19 PM | #1 |
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Re: Pretty slick truck...
Rodney, If I get down that way can I come by & take a look??
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04-14-2007, 11:59 PM | #2 |
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Sweet truck! Execution and craftsmanship are top notch! I dig ALL the mods.
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04-15-2007, 12:02 AM | #3 |
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Wow, I love the dash! I am another who doesn't like chops, but something about the way this was done JUST LOOKS RIGHT!!! Subtle, not alot taken out, and the angle of the posts look right. Was the B-post tipped forward at all? Kinda hard to tell on this laptop, but are the drip rails shaved too? And what about the hood, was the front of the hood messed with? Maybe it the angle and lighting, but it looks like a little was taken out of the front of the hood too.
I like it!
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04-16-2007, 01:57 AM | #4 |
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Thanks for all the posts guys. It's pretty cool that there is so much intrest in our truck. I have read the replies since my last post and will try to answer your questions in this post as breifly as possible. The stacks will fit under the hood but we may have to shorten them a little to make sure there's enough airflow. the drivetrain is A GMPP LS2 with Comp Cams valvetrain, TCI 4L60E trans with stall converter and the GM 12 bolt with and Auburn Gear posi and 3.73 gears. We narrowed the rear 3 1/2 inches to tuck the 22's. We have pulled the bumpers in tighter to the body. Pretty much everything is massaged to try to make it look/fit better. I've attached another photo that has a 3/4 rear shot taken while the chop was in progress that shows the rear bumper better. Were not finished with it yet but you can get a better idea of the look. The Wheels are Colorado Custom Sugar City's. As far as the color, We have a custom green mixed that is close to the factory color but we added a little metallic and pearl. Our goal is to keep it 60's but with a bit of a modern twist.
Thanks for the great feedback on the chop. For those that are curious, we took less than an inch out of the rear and about 1 1/2 in the front. The A pillar is leaned back just a little and the B pillar is raked forward a couple of degrees. Check our website from time to time for more update info/photos. I'll try to put more out there in the next few weeks. www.highgearhotrods.com (best viewed in 1280 x 1024 resolution) Later, Rodney |
04-16-2007, 02:13 AM | #5 |
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Damn that truck is looking good. Can not wait to see it finished. How about the rear, is it just a bolt in c-notch?
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04-16-2007, 11:08 PM | #6 |
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Oh Crap! Tell me those clecos are not holding a bellypan... if so I guess I'll have to start drawing some other stuff up..
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04-17-2007, 03:42 PM | #7 |
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I thought you were buillding a "swingset"???? (OK, now my post count no longer says 666).
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04-17-2007, 04:03 PM | #8 |
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04-17-2007, 04:16 PM | #9 |
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Hey guys, thanks for all the kind words. I just thought I'd chime in here and say a little. The c-notch is a weld in, and the clecos are holding a bellypan. The hood has not been modified on the topside other than the chevrolet letters being shaved. I'm glad you guys like what we're doing here in Arkansas.
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04-17-2007, 05:15 PM | #10 |
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Glad to see Arkansas has some good taste in trucks! Keep us up to speed on the progress of this one!
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04-16-2007, 11:58 PM | #11 |
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Story of my life Keith, a day late and a mod short.
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04-27-2007, 10:37 AM | #12 |
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Subscribing...
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07-27-2007, 08:52 PM | #13 |
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Where's the progress pics?
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08-14-2007, 01:29 PM | #14 |
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Hi Guys,
I apologize for the lack of progress pics on the website. I have had some issues that have prevented me from posting them. i will try to get the issues resolved and get some updated photos up soon. Here's a few to tide you over till I get the website updated. Thanks, Rodney |
08-14-2007, 04:20 PM | #15 | |
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What are you doing with the taillights / backup lights that's not stock
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08-14-2007, 02:30 PM | #16 |
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Very nice
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08-14-2007, 02:45 PM | #18 |
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Crap that truck has a perfect stance!!! And everything shaved smooth, just how I like em!
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08-17-2007, 12:37 PM | #19 |
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Hey David,
The wheels you asked about are rollers that we built so we didn't scratch up the real wheels during fabrication but they also allow us to check for the correct wheel/tire size. We started with empty hoops and had a local waterjet company cut out the centers. Then we just spot weld the centers at the backspacing we need for the project to confirm tire size and backspacing before ordering the high dollar wheels. For tires we just check with local tire shops to get a variety of used big inch tires when they come available. The bonus is they look *****in while the truck is in process. |
08-17-2007, 12:49 PM | #20 |
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We are going to machine some new tail lights out of billet. They'll resemble the stock ones but just have a more modern flavor. Hopefully we'll have this completed soon so I can post more photos.
I have really been slcking in this area but I think I have my website issues resolved so I should be able to put more pics on our website next week. |
08-17-2007, 03:58 PM | #21 |
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Looking great guys thanks, keep the pics/progress coming!
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08-17-2007, 08:21 PM | #22 |
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Welcome to the board, that is a bad ass truck. Your gonna make look for it everytime I go to Little Rock now.
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08-17-2007, 08:24 PM | #23 |
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Im definatly the odd ball of the group! I love highly modified cars & trucks. Big & little wheels are cool too. My problem is, I dig the heck out of this style right up until its painted. The green & black project look does it for me, gives it character. As soon as the red paint goes on, it just looks like all the others. Sweet project...
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08-17-2007, 08:36 PM | #24 |
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Anyone who thinks "supersize wheels are a modern trend" needs to review their automotive history. What size are these? This is 1925. Just food for thought.
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08-17-2007, 10:53 PM | #25 |
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what a *****in truck........ and welcome from indiana
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