Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual

[clay68c10]

I just read the whole thread and I've got to say what a nice job! That truck looks amazing and it sounds like it's a blast to drive.

[trkfrk]

Originally Posted by clay68c10

I just read the whole thread and I've got to say what a nice job! That truck looks amazing and it sounds like it's a blast to drive.

Thanks for taking the time to read my build. There were some ups and downs for sure, but worth it all at the end. For all of you guys doing build from frame off”s or just getting the way you want it don’t give up!

[trkfrk]

Enjoying my truck. For you guys still doing your builds don’t give up!

[trkfrk]

Cool video #c10clublasvegas

[trkfrk]

I can’t believe it’s been almost 10 years now when I started my build. I finally installed carpet a couple of months ago and the build is complete lol

[trkfrk]

Here’s a couple of my favorite pics during my build

[cornerstone]

Originally Posted by trkfrk

Here’s a couple of my favorite pics during my build

I can see why! One of my absolute favorites. Thanks for sharing this, it gives a bunch of people inspiration to keep on keepin on!

[jjzepplin]

WOW! I just read every word. My gosh! You are very skilled as well as patient. I am only in the "mock up" stages right now so this is inspiring. I totaled it in 2007 so It's been a while since this truck has seen the road. I have moved it from house to house under it's own power but haven't driven it in 13 years. I have owned it for 31 years and used to wheel it in the Rubicon when I lived in Cali. Thank you for finishing!

[trkfrk]

Originally Posted by jjzepplin

WOW! I just read every word. My gosh! You are very skilled as well as patient. I am only in the "mock up" stages right now so this is inspiring. I totaled it in 2007 so It's been a while since this truck has seen the road. I have moved it from house to house under it's own power but haven't driven it in 13 years. I have owned it for 31 years and used to wheel it in the Rubicon when I lived in Cali. Thank you for finishing!

Thank You for the compliments! Sorry for the slow response. We ALL have everyday life challenges, and our trucks sometimes become our lowest priority. That’s awesome to own a truck for that long. That’s why you will finish it and haven’t given up on it.
Good luck and keep on trucking.

[trkfrk]

I am thinking about updating my wheel's and tires. Anyone have any recommendations? I am looking to go 20 x 10's rear and 20 x 8.5 up front.

[knomadd]

what kind of look are you after? Do you want to stick with a 5 spoke, do you like a deep lip or a flush design, chrome, polished aluminum, painted (what color)? Too many choices to just spit one out that you might actually like.

If you're into billet wheels, Billet Specialties and U.S. Mags have some very nice, high quality wheels. Intro Wheels has some that are a little cheaper, but still nice (although some have complained about their polish not being show quality), Raceline is another brand that has many different designs to choose from. There are several others, most will offer powder-coating at an additional charge.

Be careful though, it is definitely true in the wheel world when they say, you get what you pay for.

[trkfrk]

Originally Posted by knomadd

what kind of look are you after? Do you want to stick with a 5 spoke, do you like a deep lip or a flush design, chrome, polished aluminum, painted (what color)? Too many choices to just spit one out that you might actually like.

If you're into billet wheels, Billet Specialties and U.S. Mags have some very nice, high quality wheels. Intro Wheels has some that are a little cheaper, but still nice (although some have complained about their polish not being show quality), Raceline is another brand that has many different designs to choose from. There are several others, most will offer powder-coating at an additional charge.

Be careful though, it is definitely true in the wheel world when they say, you get what you pay for.

Thank You for your input Duane. Your truck looks killer! I really like the billet look with the lip on the rear wheels. I am going to research the top brands you are recommending. The date code on my tires are 9 years old and I'm not able to find my front tire size available anymore.

[gringoloco]

Updated wheels would bring this truck to the next level. Affordable, I’d look at the billet specialties speedway, polished. Wanna spend a little more, besides intro, also take a look at esajian. Their hole shot wheel would look killer on this truck

[trkfrk]

Originally Posted by gringoloco

Updated wheels would bring this truck to the next level. Affordable, I’d look at the billet specialties speedway, polished. Wanna spend a little more, besides intro, also take a look at esajian. Their hole shot wheel would look killer on this truck

I think your spot on Chris. It's time to update my wheels.

[knomadd]

Originally Posted by trkfrk

... It's time to update my wheels.

Did you find anything you like?

[trkfrk]

Originally Posted by knomadd

Did you find anything you like?

I haven’t yet. Thanks for asking. Need to do something soon my tires are almost 10 years old. I really like the wheels and tire combo on your truck. What wheels are you running? Thank You

[knomadd]

Originally Posted by trkfrk

I haven’t yet. Thanks for asking. Need to do something soon my tires are almost 10 years old. I really like the wheels and tire combo on your truck. What wheels are you running? Thank You

I'm running Intro brand "Retro" wheels in 19x8 and 20x10.

[88Stanger]

great read!! Just did the entire thing, what a journey, but what a great truck you have!! Wheels would be a good change. I like the ones you have, but you could change it just a bit, kinda like changing its makeup. lol

[trkfrk]

Originally Posted by 88Stanger

great read!! Just did the entire thing, what a journey, but what a great truck you have!! Wheels would be a good change. I like the ones you have, but you could change it just a bit, kinda like changing its makeup. lol

Thank You for taking the time to read thru my build.