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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
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.
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
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!
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Mark 1972 C10 SWB LS1/T56 6 speed trans/4:56 posi with 5.5"-7" static drop/Boss 338 Wheels 18"x20" My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424609. My first start up http://youtu.be/R899YQ1OcjU |
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
Enjoying my truck. For you guys still doing your builds don’t give up!
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Mark 1972 C10 SWB LS1/T56 6 speed trans/4:56 posi with 5.5"-7" static drop/Boss 338 Wheels 18"x20" My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424609. My first start up http://youtu.be/R899YQ1OcjU |
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
Cool video #c10clublasvegas
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Mark 1972 C10 SWB LS1/T56 6 speed trans/4:56 posi with 5.5"-7" static drop/Boss 338 Wheels 18"x20" My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424609. My first start up http://youtu.be/R899YQ1OcjU |
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
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
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Mark 1972 C10 SWB LS1/T56 6 speed trans/4:56 posi with 5.5"-7" static drop/Boss 338 Wheels 18"x20" My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424609. My first start up http://youtu.be/R899YQ1OcjU |
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
Here’s a couple of my favorite pics during my build
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
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!
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
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!
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
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Good luck and keep on trucking.
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
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.
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
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.
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
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
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
I think your spot on Chris. It's time to update my wheels.
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Mark 1972 C10 SWB LS1/T56 6 speed trans/4:56 posi with 5.5"-7" static drop/Boss 338 Wheels 18"x20" My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424609. My first start up http://youtu.be/R899YQ1OcjU Last edited by trkfrk; 12-16-2020 at 12:07 PM. |
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
Did you find anything you like?
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
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
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
I'm running Intro brand "Retro" wheels in 19x8 and 20x10.
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
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
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
Thank You for taking the time to read thru my build.
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Mark 1972 C10 SWB LS1/T56 6 speed trans/4:56 posi with 5.5"-7" static drop/Boss 338 Wheels 18"x20" My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424609. My first start up http://youtu.be/R899YQ1OcjU |
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