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JohnC · 09-26-2009, 08:16 AM

AWESOME man!! I love the video when the helper is telling the other to rap it.

that's priceless!

HuggerCST · 09-26-2009, 10:34 AM

I love it! Wanna trade back?

glock35ipsc · 09-26-2009, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by HuggerCST

I love it! Wanna trade back?

Let me think about it...

menace121978 · 09-26-2009, 01:24 PM

Bob, what did you use to make such precise cuts in the sheetmetal?

lowchevytrucks8503 · 09-26-2009, 01:38 PM

Dang Bob.......keeps looking better and better. Sorry to hear the pedal issues, but you made do and it looks great

glock35ipsc · 09-26-2009, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by menace121978

Bob, what did you use to make such precise cuts in the sheetmetal?

I made the cuts with a plasma cutter, then cleaned them up with a flapper wheel. I bent the side piece in the vice to fit the curve in the pedal.

glock35ipsc · 09-26-2009, 02:36 PM

NO!!!

The kids and I are on our way to Wellington for a test run and gas. I'm a little concerned about the cooling system, but I'll keep my eye on it. The lower rad hose wasn't getting very hot at the water neck, even though the heater hoses were blazing hot, and they are right behind the rad hose. But the truck's gauge (sending unit on the pass head) reads just under 200*, and the computer reads 195* (sending unit on drivers head). So I'll just watch it closely.

Here we go!!!!!!!!!!

Driveway Dreams · 09-26-2009, 02:56 PM

Go baby go!!!!

Codys87 · 09-26-2009, 02:58 PM

congrats!!!

glock35ipsc · 09-26-2009, 04:07 PM

It runs awesome!!!! I am still a little concerned about how blazing hot the heater hoses and upper rad hose is, but both the truck's temp gauge and the PCM read right at 195* while driving, and barely over 200 while sitting at a light.

rongstad · 09-26-2009, 04:57 PM

Congrats!!! pedal looks good.

JohnC · 09-26-2009, 05:05 PM

Did they reset the temp settings for the engine? I know my 03 6.0 runs pretty much right under 210.

Glad to hear she runs good man.

hessian18 · 09-26-2009, 06:59 PM

Under its OWN power now !!!

So how is the PEP ?? Have you gave her some or what ?

What did you have the RPM redline set too ?

Looking forward to an update !!

glock35ipsc · 09-26-2009, 07:54 PM

Update from the road

Running awesome still, I think the PCM is learning everything as is feels better each time I start and drive it. 75 miles and the gas gauge finally moved a little.

Only problem is the gas pedal position. It's waaaay too high! I'll pull if off tomorrow morning and tweak it down about 3", that should put it about 1/4" off the floor at WOT.

Driveway Dreams · 09-26-2009, 08:06 PM

That thought crossed my mind when I looked at the pics of it. But I thought, "Bob has it all under control. I'm sure he test fit it."

How are the hoses feeling? Glad to hear its running better. I guess if we ever road trip all the CO trucks it will be like 3 gas stations for all of us and 1 for you. Way to go man!

glock35ipsc · 09-26-2009, 08:20 PM

It felt fine just hopinh in and trying. But after driving it for a while.......

The hoses feel the same, but won't go over 195 while driving. I grabbed the infared from work but haven't used it yet.

**Palf70Step** · 09-26-2009, 08:22 PM

So glad you got her on the road!! Little tweaks here and there always seem to be apart of our lives, but she MOVES for ya!!

Driveway Dreams · 09-26-2009, 08:22 PM

What temp thermostat did you get?

glock35ipsc · 09-26-2009, 11:50 PM

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Originally Posted by hessian18

Ohhh Nice Bob, You and Fred have lurkers coming out of the dark and New people posting up !!!

Thats the kind of attention a killer build up gets

I have family out in Eckert Colorado, is that anywhere near you ?

Thanks man! Things will probably quite down for a little while, but we aren't done yet!!

Eckert is on the Western Slope over near Grand Junction. Probably 6-7 hours away.

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Originally Posted by Even11

Yep, its true, I am a member of this board and in the market for a 6.0 because of this thread!!

-Dane

Sorry in advance for messing up your future grocery budget!! Glad you are here though!

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Originally Posted by menace121978

the pedal turn out looking clean buddy! very nice!! you just make this stuff look way tooo easy! everyones' going to be doing it

And the problem with that is????

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Originally Posted by Driveway Dreams

WAY TO GO MAN!!!!! You talking about antifreeze gives me chills after the story you told me. Dang...sorry.
Sorry, a little late response from me, but I just got caught up. See ya Sunday. If you want to cruise down there together, call me. We could meet at I-25.

At least I knew right away when this antifreeze came from.

Isn't there a park-n-ride on the NW corner?

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Originally Posted by joe231

HELL YEAH!

pedal turned out very sweet!

now where is the burn out video?

Thanks! Funny you ask... I stopped on the road near my house, and from a dead stop just let off the brake and as it started rolling I floored it, and it blew the ONE tire off instantly!

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Originally Posted by JohnC

AWESOME man!! I love the video when the helper is telling the other to rap it. that's priceless!

He's quite the director. He has a hard time taking a good video because he is always talking! Fun kid though!

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Originally Posted by lowchevytrucks8503

Dang Bob.......keeps looking better and better. Sorry to hear the pedal issues, but you made do and it looks great

If a minor ignition wire issue and the wrong pedal is all that went wrong, I'll take those kinds of problems anytime!

Thanks for the props!

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Originally Posted by Codys87

congrats!!!

Thanks dude, you're next!

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Originally Posted by rongstad

Congrats!!! pedal looks good.

Thanks! Feels much better now that I have it adjusted better.

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Originally Posted by hessian18

Under its OWN power now !!!

So how is the PEP ?? Have you gave her some or what ?

What did you have the RPM redline set too ?

Looking forward to an update !!

What is PEP? Is that pep, like spunk? LOL! I have rung him out good a couple times so far. For still having the 2.73 rear, it still gets up and hauls! Can't wait to get a 3.42 rear in there!!

I'm not sure what Jesse did with the upper limit.

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Originally Posted by Palf70Step

So glad you got her on the road!! Little tweaks here and there always seem to be apart of our lives, but she MOVES for ya!!

Fred is a HE Bill!!

But MOVE he does!

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Originally Posted by Driveway Dreams

What temp thermostat did you get?

OEM, I think 187*.

The check engine light is still on, but it's for the rear O2 sensors, which I don't have. So Jesse must not have deleted them. So some day when snow is in the forecast for a week or so I will send the PCM back to him so he can fix that. And I'll see if he can firm up the shifts too. Otherwise I'm not going do worry about it too much.

Well, I pulled Fred in the shop to pull the original engine on 8-29, and less than a month later he has a new heart. Somewhere along the way I decided on a lofty goal to be done in time for our Colorado cruise that is on the 27th, tomorrow. I still can't believe we will be going tomorrow!

If anyone reading this has been on the fence about doing it, or even debating doing ANYTHING to your ride, plan it out thoroughly, find out what worked and what didn't work for others and make your plan based on that, and set a budget. It CAN be done! I'm no one special, I'm just not afraid to jump in and get both feet wet. That's how I get my thrills!

Next week I'm going to gather up all the notes I made as I went, along with all the stuff in my notebook, and start working on getting a how-to put together. It won't be done quickly, but it will get done. I'm hoping to have all the part numbers that are important to this swap, along with alternate things like engine mounts, trans mounts, exhaust, etc.

Time to relax!!!!!!

menace121978 · 09-27-2009, 12:05 AM

right on!! your the man Bob!!!! i cant wait to get mine.

so there's alot more power on tap huh? and when Jesse does the pcm modding do you have to tell him to firm up the shifts when you send it to him?

now about that burnout video?? i'm sure your son can hold the camera and shout when to let'er rip!!

joe231 · 09-27-2009, 12:20 AM

enjoy yourself tomorrow, you definitely deserve it

glock35ipsc · 09-27-2009, 12:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by menace121978

right on!! your the man Bob!!!! i cant wait to get mine.

so there's alot more power on tap huh? and when Jesse does the pcm modding do you have to tell him to firm up the shifts when you send it to him?

now about that burnout video?? i'm sure your son can hold the camera and shout when to let'er rip!!

A LOT more power!!! It's not the same truck.... AT ALL!

Yeah, I'll just let him know that i want the 1-2 and 2-3 firmed up. And I will probably put in the Vette servos in the tranny, that helps a bunch too.

I need to wait until I get the new rear end, then budget tires. Then I will absolutely destroy these!

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Originally Posted by joe231

enjoy yourself tomorrow, you definitely deserve it

Thanks Joe!!! Tomorrow will be fun fo-sho!

menace121978 · 09-27-2009, 12:42 AM

WOW! thats sweet Bob... a 5.3 w/ those 2.73's and it feels that good... amazing!! who needs a 6.0 huh!?!?

at least we all still have update mods coming from you soon

and X2 on having a blast tomorrow buddy! its well earned.

Even11 · 09-27-2009, 02:07 AM

So i know you are working on a build guide (which I want an autographed copy) but I have 2 questions.

What all did you end up needing from the donor truck? I only ask because I am trying to get a couple of quotes from salvage yards via email.

Where did you get those cool cupholders from on the 68?

-Dane

bumslie75 · 09-27-2009, 02:09 AM

wow looks good im going to get the 91 burb front end tomorrow

09-26-2009, 08:16 AM	#1
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" AWESOME man!! I love the video when the helper is telling the other to rap it. that's priceless!

09-26-2009, 10:34 AM	#2
HuggerCST Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: North Louisiana Posts: 4,501	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" I love it! Wanna trade back? __________________ Wynne 70 CST short fleet Hugger orange & white, 350/350, ps, pb, air, tilt, tach/vac/speedwarning, original buckets, AM/FM, oak bed floor, shoulder belts, 3.5"/5.5" drop, 20" American Racing VN425s. Build thread 53 Chevy shortbed 69 Camaro Click here to subscribe Chevy GMC International Truck Club Louisiana Charter Member http://www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

09-26-2009, 01:24 PM	#4
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Bob, what did you use to make such precise cuts in the sheetmetal? __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-26-2009, 01:38 PM	#5
lowchevytrucks8503 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Wichita Falls,TX Posts: 60	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Dang Bob.......keeps looking better and better. Sorry to hear the pedal issues, but you made do and it looks great

09-26-2009, 02:36 PM	#7
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" NO!!! The kids and I are on our way to Wellington for a test run and gas. I'm a little concerned about the cooling system, but I'll keep my eye on it. The lower rad hose wasn't getting very hot at the water neck, even though the heater hoses were blazing hot, and they are right behind the rad hose. But the truck's gauge (sending unit on the pass head) reads just under 200, and the computer reads 195 (sending unit on drivers head). So I'll just watch it closely. Here we go!!!!!!!!!! __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

09-26-2009, 02:56 PM	#8
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Go baby go!!!! __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here. Last edited by Driveway Dreams; 09-26-2009 at 02:57 PM.

09-26-2009, 02:58 PM	#9
Codys87 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Rockwall, TX Posts: 48	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" congrats!!! __________________ 85 SWB 6.0 swap/heads/cam/pistons/headers/4L60E/3.73 posi/one piece windows/working towards air bags 04 Avalanche/9 inch lift/wheels 20x12 with 35 inch tires

09-26-2009, 04:07 PM	#10
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" It runs awesome!!!! I am still a little concerned about how blazing hot the heater hoses and upper rad hose is, but both the truck's temp gauge and the PCM read right at 195* while driving, and barely over 200 while sitting at a light. __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

09-26-2009, 04:57 PM	#11
rongstad Future: 86 on GenIV power! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 105	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Congrats!!! pedal looks good.

09-26-2009, 05:05 PM	#12
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Did they reset the temp settings for the engine? I know my 03 6.0 runs pretty much right under 210. Glad to hear she runs good man.

09-26-2009, 06:59 PM	#13
hessian18 Gen III Power Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Hesperia CA Posts: 318	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Under its OWN power now !!! So how is the PEP ?? Have you gave her some or what ? What did you have the RPM redline set too ? Looking forward to an update !! __________________ ---Bob--- '81 Long Box. 2005 5.3l Vortec and 2005 4L80e coming soon... Last edited by hessian18; 09-26-2009 at 06:59 PM.

09-26-2009, 07:54 PM	#14
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" Update from the road Running awesome still, I think the PCM is learning everything as is feels better each time I start and drive it. 75 miles and the gas gauge finally moved a little. Only problem is the gas pedal position. It's waaaay too high! I'll pull if off tomorrow morning and tweak it down about 3", that should put it about 1/4" off the floor at WOT. __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

09-26-2009, 08:06 PM	#15
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" That thought crossed my mind when I looked at the pics of it. But I thought, "Bob has it all under control. I'm sure he test fit it." How are the hoses feeling? Glad to hear its running better. I guess if we ever road trip all the CO trucks it will be like 3 gas stations for all of us and 1 for you. Way to go man! __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here.

09-26-2009, 08:20 PM	#16
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" It felt fine just hopinh in and trying. But after driving it for a while....... The hoses feel the same, but won't go over 195 while driving. I grabbed the infared from work but haven't used it yet. __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

09-26-2009, 08:22 PM	#17
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,758	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" So glad you got her on the road!! Little tweaks here and there always seem to be apart of our lives, but she MOVES for ya!! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!



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09-26-2009, 08:22 PM	#18
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" What temp thermostat did you get? __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here.

09-27-2009, 12:05 AM	#20
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" right on!! your the man Bob!!!! i cant wait to get mine. so there's alot more power on tap huh? and when Jesse does the pcm modding do you have to tell him to firm up the shifts when you send it to him? now about that burnout video?? i'm sure your son can hold the camera and shout when to let'er rip!! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-27-2009, 12:20 AM	#21
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" enjoy yourself tomorrow, you definitely deserve it __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

09-27-2009, 12:42 AM	#23
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" WOW! thats sweet Bob... a 5.3 w/ those 2.73's and it feels that good... amazing!! who needs a 6.0 huh!?!? at least we all still have update mods coming from you soon and X2 on having a blast tomorrow buddy! its well earned. __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-27-2009, 02:07 AM	#24
Even11 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: C/S, CO Posts: 6	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" So i know you are working on a build guide (which I want an autographed copy) but I have 2 questions. What all did you end up needing from the donor truck? I only ask because I am trying to get a couple of quotes from salvage yards via email. Where did you get those cool cupholders from on the 68? -Dane

09-27-2009, 02:09 AM	#25
bumslie75 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Reedley Ca Posts: 360	Re: Glock's new project: "Fred" wow looks good im going to get the 91 burb front end tomorrow __________________ "There he goes. One of God's own prototypes. A high-powered mutant of some kind never even considered for mass production. Too weird to live, and too rare to die."

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