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Rollie396 · 05-10-2005, 10:00 PM

nice work 1low1967!I love all the round tubing.

DM310 · 05-10-2005, 10:33 PM

well I did not think I was going to get around to it till this weekend but when I got home I decided to start Z'ing the frame 2" here are some pics. Now I know I still need to plate it in and all but not bad for 30 min job. I will finish it off this weekend

dropdprpls10 · 05-11-2005, 07:34 AM

pictures look good jordan!! lets throw the cab on and drive it around we can put my motor in until yours is done lol!!!!

1low1967 · 05-11-2005, 07:47 AM

Soon enough it will be railn like the taco used to...I miss that truck but this one will be better

DM310 · 05-11-2005, 07:35 PM

just fyi for anyone thinking about doing this, it was pretty easy so far. The only thing I had removed were the frenders. Engine and trans were still installed (292 3 speed). I did not have to do anything to the trans tunnel w/ the 2" Z. Now if you have a 3 speed w/ shift on the column like I do you may run into some probs. I am not going to worry about it b/c I am putting in a turbo 350 trans. But if I did decided to keep it I would have to mod the clutch linkage and shift rods. I think if I went any more than 2" and wanted to keep that trans, you could not use the shift on the column. You would have to put the shifter on the floor. You would still be able to use the clutch w/ some mods. Hope this info helps

bagged69c10 · 05-12-2005, 01:40 PM

I have a 350 with a turbo 400 auto. on the floor, do you think I will have to mod. my tunnel?

loweredd · 05-12-2005, 02:57 PM

Depending on how much of a Z you do; I had to with a 4 inch Z

BK · 05-17-2005, 02:47 AM

i z-ed mine 4" like loweredd, and ive got a 327 with a 700r4 all moved ahead 3" for dizzy clearance on the firewall, and i had to mod mine. Something neat though, a 92 buick roadmaster wagon driveshaft fit perfect with a different rear u-joint. And, the 12" tailshaft shifter from lokar fits great too.

bagged69c10 · 05-17-2005, 12:07 PM

Is a 4 inch Z really neccesary? That seems kinda extreme.

loweredd · 05-17-2005, 12:08 PM

I needed it with the tire size I was running.

bagged69c10 · 05-17-2005, 01:38 PM

This may be a little off topic but how hard was it to install your york compressor, and how much did it cost?

laid67c10 · 05-19-2005, 01:44 AM

how much should i z it for 22's?

TheFabShop · 05-19-2005, 10:58 PM

What tire size are you running?I just set mine up for 265/35/22 and it lays rocker.I would post a pic but don't know how.

laid67c10 · 05-20-2005, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by TheFabShop

What tire size are you running?I just set mine up for 265/35/22 and it lays rocker.I would post a pic but don't know how.

same size tire as you....i dont know how to post pics either but how much did you have to z yours to lay?

fastbagged68 · 05-20-2005, 01:49 PM

To post a pic click on POSt REPLY.....not post quick reply. Then go click on manage attachments.... from there it should be self explainatory.

TheFabShop · 05-21-2005, 05:13 PM

I have a 3.5" z.I still can't figure out the posting part 68 I am kind of a dumbass at computer things.I will post a link to my SSM profile there are pics in there.http://www.streetsourcemag.com/im/vi...?id=TheFabShop

SCOTI · 05-21-2005, 08:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheFabShop

I have a 3.5" z.I still can't figure out the posting part 68 I am kind of a dumbass at computer things.I will post a link to my SSM profile there are pics in there.http://www.streetsourcemag.com/im/vi...?id=TheFabShop

That country squire is smooth.

454HO · 05-21-2005, 09:26 PM

The blonde with the orange visor... and not much else... is also pretty smooth.

jlaird · 05-21-2005, 10:04 PM

Am I the only one that doesn't understand how that z was done with the engine still in?

SCOTI · 05-21-2005, 11:42 PM

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Originally Posted by jlaird

Am I the only one that doesn't understand how that z was done with the engine still in?

I wouldn't attempt it . . .... but there's alot of stuff I wouldn't attempt that others don't think twice about.

I guess if you measure & square everything it can work out ok.

TheFabShop · 05-22-2005, 12:15 AM

I had the engine pulled.It isn't that hard to get them out of these trucks.

DM310 · 05-22-2005, 07:13 PM

Are you talking about me w/the pics above that show the z? Yes I did still have the engine in it. It wasn't that hard to do. Tell me what would be the difference if I had it out? The only thing I can think of is to gain better access to the inside of the frame but thats about it. There is nothing wrong w/ keeping it in unless its in your way.

jlaird · 05-22-2005, 08:11 PM

i'm not saying there is anything wrong with it. I just cant comphrehend how you did, but you did, so all the more power to ya.

special70gmc · 05-22-2005, 08:23 PM

actually could you elaborate on how you dit it with the engine in? im going to be attempting this very soon i need more drop! thanks -kyle

DM310 · 05-22-2005, 08:23 PM

well its a lot easier that I have a inline 6 in there. If you have a v8 then you might have to remove it. thanks

05-10-2005, 10:00 PM	#51
Rollie396 someday it will be done! Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lloydminster,AB. Canada Posts: 1,620	nice work 1low1967!I love all the round tubing. __________________ '72 C-10 Proud owner of a million new and used pieces that used to be and will once again be(god willing) a testament to the term "they don't build em like that anymore. '80 LWB 2wd beater '67 GMC long fleet (cab donor) '66 long step (parked till it's turn comes around) '65 short step (parts truck that will donate it's bed and possibly frame to the '66) '06 Grand Prix wife's car (she hardly lets me touch it) my pics

05-10-2005, 10:33 PM	#52
DM310 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 256	well I did not think I was going to get around to it till this weekend but when I got home I decided to start Z'ing the frame 2" here are some pics. Now I know I still need to plate it in and all but not bad for 30 min job. I will finish it off this weekend Attached Images __________________ 66 C10 (under construction) 1.5" crossmember drop 2" Z'ed frame 8" rear notch Watts-link Bagged DJM 3" spindles Last edited by DM310; 05-10-2005 at 10:34 PM.

05-11-2005, 07:34 AM	#53
dropdprpls10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Reading PA Posts: 164	pictures look good jordan!! lets throw the cab on and drive it around we can put my motor in until yours is done lol!!!! __________________ 98% of ALL fords are still on the road today... .... the other 2% made it home!!! where is the best place to park a ford???.. next to a fire station!!!! pictures of my new and old trucks!

05-11-2005, 07:35 PM	#55
DM310 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 256	just fyi for anyone thinking about doing this, it was pretty easy so far. The only thing I had removed were the frenders. Engine and trans were still installed (292 3 speed). I did not have to do anything to the trans tunnel w/ the 2" Z. Now if you have a 3 speed w/ shift on the column like I do you may run into some probs. I am not going to worry about it b/c I am putting in a turbo 350 trans. But if I did decided to keep it I would have to mod the clutch linkage and shift rods. I think if I went any more than 2" and wanted to keep that trans, you could not use the shift on the column. You would have to put the shifter on the floor. You would still be able to use the clutch w/ some mods. Hope this info helps __________________ 66 C10 (under construction) 1.5" crossmember drop 2" Z'ed frame 8" rear notch Watts-link Bagged DJM 3" spindles

05-12-2005, 01:40 PM	#56
bagged69c10 soon to be bagged64sub Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: DFW-currently phoenix Posts: 635	I have a 350 with a turbo 400 auto. on the floor, do you think I will have to mod. my tunnel? __________________ 1969 c-10, bagged, Zd, 20" Boyds SOLD! 1964 Suburban COMING SOON Build threadhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=304726 1965 c-10 long bed 1993 Sierra x-cab 1999 tahoe-4/5 on 22s 2005 Chevy work truck

05-11-2005, 07:47 AM	#54
1low1967 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Mohnton Posts: 87	Soon enough it will be railn like the taco used to...I miss that truck but this one will be better

05-12-2005, 02:57 PM	#57
loweredd www.loweredd.com Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Struble IA Posts: 808	Depending on how much of a Z you do; I had to with a 4 inch Z

05-17-2005, 02:47 AM	#58
BK BK Built Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Oroville, WA Posts: 478	i z-ed mine 4" like loweredd, and ive got a 327 with a 700r4 all moved ahead 3" for dizzy clearance on the firewall, and i had to mod mine. Something neat though, a 92 buick roadmaster wagon driveshaft fit perfect with a different rear u-joint. And, the 12" tailshaft shifter from lokar fits great too.

05-17-2005, 12:07 PM	#59
bagged69c10 soon to be bagged64sub Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: DFW-currently phoenix Posts: 635	Is a 4 inch Z really neccesary? That seems kinda extreme. __________________ 1969 c-10, bagged, Zd, 20" Boyds SOLD! 1964 Suburban COMING SOON Build threadhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=304726 1965 c-10 long bed 1993 Sierra x-cab 1999 tahoe-4/5 on 22s 2005 Chevy work truck

05-17-2005, 12:08 PM	#60
loweredd www.loweredd.com Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Struble IA Posts: 808	I needed it with the tire size I was running.

05-17-2005, 01:38 PM	#61
bagged69c10 soon to be bagged64sub Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: DFW-currently phoenix Posts: 635	This may be a little off topic but how hard was it to install your york compressor, and how much did it cost? __________________ 1969 c-10, bagged, Zd, 20" Boyds SOLD! 1964 Suburban COMING SOON Build threadhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=304726 1965 c-10 long bed 1993 Sierra x-cab 1999 tahoe-4/5 on 22s 2005 Chevy work truck

05-19-2005, 01:44 AM	#62
laid67c10 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: longview, TX Posts: 280	how much should i z it for 22's? __________________ 49 Chevy - currently under construction being bagged and hunting for a LS drivetrain!!! 09 - Harley nighttrain on air ride!

05-19-2005, 10:58 PM	#63
TheFabShop Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 67	What tire size are you running?I just set mine up for 265/35/22 and it lays rocker.I would post a pic but don't know how.

05-20-2005, 01:49 PM	#65
fastbagged68 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Tri Valley California Posts: 792	To post a pic click on POSt REPLY.....not post quick reply. Then go click on manage attachments.... from there it should be self explainatory.

05-21-2005, 05:13 PM	#66
TheFabShop Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 67	I have a 3.5" z.I still can't figure out the posting part 68 I am kind of a dumbass at computer things.I will post a link to my SSM profile there are pics in there.http://www.streetsourcemag.com/im/vi...?id=TheFabShop



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05-21-2005, 09:26 PM	#68
454HO Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,223	The blonde with the orange visor... and not much else... is also pretty smooth. __________________ - Greg

05-21-2005, 10:04 PM	#69
jlaird Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: johnstown, NY Posts: 2,393	Am I the only one that doesn't understand how that z was done with the engine still in?

05-22-2005, 12:15 AM	#71
TheFabShop Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 67	I had the engine pulled.It isn't that hard to get them out of these trucks.

05-22-2005, 07:13 PM	#72
DM310 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 256	Are you talking about me w/the pics above that show the z? Yes I did still have the engine in it. It wasn't that hard to do. Tell me what would be the difference if I had it out? The only thing I can think of is to gain better access to the inside of the frame but thats about it. There is nothing wrong w/ keeping it in unless its in your way. __________________ 66 C10 (under construction) 1.5" crossmember drop 2" Z'ed frame 8" rear notch Watts-link Bagged DJM 3" spindles

05-22-2005, 08:11 PM	#73
jlaird Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: johnstown, NY Posts: 2,393	i'm not saying there is anything wrong with it. I just cant comphrehend how you did, but you did, so all the more power to ya.

05-22-2005, 08:23 PM	#74
special70gmc Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: long island, new york Posts: 1,333	actually could you elaborate on how you dit it with the engine in? im going to be attempting this very soon i need more drop! thanks -kyle __________________ 1986 c-10 swb 5/7 drop 20'' coys 1958 belair 2door

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