MisterE72's Build thread: Too much Homework

[sparkplug553]

i got my 700r4 out of monster motorsports in florida...they are online...i would recomend the mega monster as it is built nice and strong,bow tie overdrives sells aa cool t.v kit for the throttle valve setup with almost any carb you could ask for...i think the mega monster is going for about 1300 with converter now.I also have a cool way to make a latching circuit using a roll control switch that automaticaally disenguages when you hit the brakes,lemme know if you are interested.

[72BlckButy]

Okay.... we need more info on your setup sparkplug553! We are addicted what can I say...

[sparkplug553]

ill draw up the schematic for it tomorrow and scan it and post it for ya all to have.....lo car makes a kit too,but i didnt like it becasue it worked off of engine vacuum.If you are using a big cam or have a supercharged application...it wouldent work,if it is cool with mr. E ill post it here for everyone to have.

[MisterE72]

I'm absolutely in favor of you posting it here. I appreciate the consideration.

[jugernot]

Its looking really good. I looking forward to seeing more progress

[Hart_Rod]

Mr. E, this is the kinda homework I enjoy..........

[MisterE72]

Thanks for your kind words folks. This truely is the kind of homework kids today need to be doing. Check out this pic of my son giving some guy named "Chip" a pointer or two about chevy trucks.

[semperfidoordie]

that is awesome good to see the little guy is learning to appreciate trucks too

[MisterE72]

The rear end is in. Thats Manuel, the engine guy, helping (doing) the installation.

[SactoJim]

Heck of a nice build ya got going on there.

[MisterE72]

Originally Posted by SactoJim

Heck of a nice build ya got going on there.

Thanks SactoJim. I started following your build and getting ideas from it since last year. Your build thread is one of the best and inspires "mechanically simple guys" like me to get in there and try projects of our own. By the way, I'll have to get those demensions on the speaker box when I get to that point. Thanks again. Mister E

[MisterE72]

I had some time to work on the truck today while my boys napped. I installed the ECE super trackbar kit and the rear shock relocation mount and shocks. I need to get as much done on the chasis before August. Not only because I return back to work, but also because my wife is due with our 3rd boy around the August 12th. Next up are the front shocks and the the brakes. I'll keep ya'll posted.

[Jayman931]

Looks fantastic! I shouldn't have looked at your thread...now I want to do about 4 times as much work as I was going to in the first place!!!

Well Done...keep up the good work!

[72BlckButy]

I'm so jealous.... nice work Mr. E!

[BACKYARD88]

Nice build!

[MisterE72]

Thanks folks for the positive feedback. If you all get a chance, check out the post I put out earlier called "How do I fix this" its in the regular message board. I could sure use any advice you can give. Thanks MisterE

[semperfidoordie]

Originally Posted by MisterE72

The rear end is in. Thats Manuel, the engine guy, helping (doing) the installation.

looking good...a true build beer can included

[BP68]

NIiice. Keep the pics comming.

[MisterE72]

Originally Posted by semperfidoordie

looking good...a true build beer can included

When you got no money, sometimes a cold beer is compensation enough . Lets hear it for our Armed Forces board members . My hat's off to all the men and ladies with the balls and overies to protect what the US of A represents: Freedom. Thanks. MisterE

[PipsC10]

MisterE,

Did you have to remove any of the crossmembers in the rear of the frame to install the CPP tank? I see they are still located in the frame, but some require you remove them for installation and re-install them after. I'm thinking of going the same route for my tank. The blazer tanks hang too low for my taste.

[MisterE72]

Originally Posted by PipsC10

MisterE,

Did you have to remove any of the crossmembers in the rear of the frame to install the CPP tank? I see they are still located in the frame, but some require you remove them for installation and re-install them after. I'm thinking of going the same route for my tank. The blazer tanks hang too low for my taste.

There is one crossbar that gets removed. The bar only has one rivet on each side. Here is a link to the install process of the tank. http://www.classicperform.com/tech_a...p/TankedUp.htm

[MisterE72]

I went to check on the status of the bodywork today. My uncle is doing it at his house. The bed is ready for blocking and the cab got a new corner and rocker panel.

[PipsC10]

Originally Posted by MisterE72

There is one crossbar that gets removed. The bar only has one rivet on each side. Here is a link to the install process of the tank. http://www.classicperform.com/tech_a...p/TankedUp.htm

Thanks for the link, looks like that's the next part on my order list!

[sparkplug553]

Sorry it took me so long to get this little drawing done.In order to get the lock up converter to work properly i wired my own latching circuit.low car makes a kit but it is vacuum operated and i have also seen one that runs off of the spedo gear,but I personally wanted more control of when lock up occured.What i did was use a B and m shifter handel with a roll control button in it to lock the converter and then used a boo (brake on/off switch) out of a early 90's pick up truck which had 2 seperate switches in one,one normally open and one normally closed.i used the normally open side for the lights and the normally closed to run the converter circuit,therefore when i stepped on the brakes,the converter unlocked.You can get the relay is just a standard automotive relay sold at any autoparts store and GM sells the pigtail harness connector for the transmission.hopefully this little drawing is helpful. and keep up the good work

[sparkplug553]

one more thing,you can add an led just above the between the tcc and the relay to indicate converter lockup as i did,really its just something i thought was cool.