Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride - Page 35 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**66ChevyMax** · 06-22-2016, 10:46 PM

Thanks man!

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Originally Posted by SKT

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Wow, looks like it pulls strong!

Again, great job w/ this build - turned out looking amazing!

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63chevy208 · 06-23-2016, 11:41 AM

Awesome Truck. I love it. The color is awesome. Man that thing is quick.

**66ChevyMax** · 06-23-2016, 12:04 PM

Thanks man, the color took a lot of time to find, internet searches then going thru endless books at the paint store then painting actual samples.

Actual samples is the only way to go in my opinion. She is as quick as I will ever need her to be.

Thanks again!

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Originally Posted by 63chevy208

Awesome Truck. I love it. The color is awesome. Man that thing is quick.

**66ChevyMax** · 06-25-2016, 12:06 AM

Did some more cruising tonight at higher speeds, 6th gear is 77mph at 1500rpms. 3.08 rear end, I'm happy with that.

License plate and bracket with light installed, I'm officially street legal.

**66ChevyMax** · 06-27-2016, 10:32 PM

Here's a video of the evidence of her first burnout

and yes I crossed the line.

https://youtu.be/zW86k7MEr30

YouTube - 1966 C-10 LS3 Burnout

**66ChevyMax** · 06-30-2016, 10:02 AM

Still working out the bugs, speed controller for A/C fan went out, new one is on the way, bought the unit from vintage almost 4 years ago, they are sending free of charge, props. From the start I have had some issues with the throttle body, High Idle Code, a short rev up or it would die during coasting, then a dirty throttle body code and I knew that was wrong. So replaced the throttle body and all is good.

On to whatever comes next, HA!

Will pick up speakers and amp today to start the stereo install which is greatly needed so I can't hear every little noise the truck makes.

Have made several hard breaking runs and all is good, she stays straight and the pressure and touch required to make the tires squeal isn't bad at all. Also put her back on the lift and gave everything a once over, anyone think I'm paranoid?

ls60apache · 06-30-2016, 10:53 AM

quote: anyone think im paranoid?

no cautious and responsible

**66ChevyMax** · 06-30-2016, 11:18 AM

Thanks, you would think since I put every single bolt on this truck I could relax but it's just the opposite

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From the start I never just snugged anything that was important, I always torqued it down and if it need adjusting later I would loosen and re-torque. So I feel confident I haven't forgotten anything I'm just nervous about the unknown. It doesn't help that each test drive something comes up

I for sure don't want to hurt myself or anyone else so I think I'm proceeding with this truck the right way!

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Originally Posted by ls60apache

quote: anyone think im paranoid?

no cautious and responsible

**66ChevyMax** · 07-05-2016, 09:51 AM

Hope everyone had a great 4th of July, I have a little less hair on my arms and ringing in my ears which is typical after the 4th at my house, so it was a good weekend

Drove the truck quite a bit this weekend, truck has about 500 miles counting the test drives during pre-assembly.

Installed the stereo system this weekend, 6 1/2" rounds in kick panels, 6x9's in boxes behind the seat, amp and sub under the seat, will post pictures later.

Drove it for an hour Saturday about 55 miles total with no issues. I was a little concerned that the tranny and diff combination was going to be a little tall but I'm pleased with the final results, below is the numbers:

Rear end: 3.08 Posi
Rear Tires: 285/50 R18
T56 6th Gear: .63

2,000 rpms - 4th 60mph, 5th 70mph, 6th 80mph

Vintage Air is now sending a new ECU as the A/C fan is still not working, this should do the trick.

Johnny_Lamebridge · 07-05-2016, 10:12 AM

3.08 gear...any idea how fast it'll go topped out in 6th?

**66ChevyMax** · 07-05-2016, 10:20 AM

No but she would be air born by then

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Originally Posted by Johnny_Lamebridge

3.08 gear...any idea how fast it'll go topped out in 6th?

ChuckLee · 07-05-2016, 10:21 AM

318mph

Turtleman · 07-05-2016, 10:43 AM

Does that mean your going to add wings to the sides?... maybe hide them so they fold out at a certain speed?

**66ChevyMax** · 07-05-2016, 11:03 AM

I would back off at 300

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Originally Posted by ChuckLee

318mph

With her aerodynamics and the West Texas winds, wings would not be required, the air under the hood alone would get this thing air born!

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Originally Posted by Turtleman

Does that mean your going to add wings to the sides?... maybe hide them so they fold out at a certain speed?

**66ChevyMax** · 07-12-2016, 09:47 AM

Had my oldest Son make this negative space vinyl sticker from this photo, it turned out pretty cool I think.

ChuckLee · 07-12-2016, 09:49 AM

wow that is such a thoughtful touch. You just made the truck 10x better!!! Now you'll always be thinking about him when you see the truck. What an awesome tribute! Best upgrade yet bud.

**66ChevyMax** · 07-12-2016, 10:07 AM

Thanks brother, I like the way it turned out and it gives some ownership to my oldest who worked very hard to make it look good.

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Originally Posted by ChuckLee

wow that is such a thoughtful touch. You just made the truck 10x better!!! Now you'll always be thinking about him when you see the truck. What an awesome tribute! Best upgrade yet bud.

**Advanced Design** · 07-13-2016, 07:27 PM

Very nice work on the sticker and a fitting tribute!

**66ChevyMax** · 07-15-2016, 09:50 AM

Thanks Doug!

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Originally Posted by Advanced Design

Very nice work on the sticker and a fitting tribute!

**66ChevyMax** · 07-16-2016, 11:05 PM

Went for a drive today and came across this beauty, not sure why she was parked out by the street, looks like it was purchased at Barrett Jackson:

**66ChevyMax** · 07-20-2016, 10:22 PM

Turn it up, a little burn out, also made my first 0-60 run - 5.9sec!

https://youtu.be/q_l2Ig_7wrU

YouTube - 1966 C-10 LS3 Burnout

https://youtu.be/q_l2Ig_7wrU

likaroc13 · 07-21-2016, 02:28 AM

Sounds like you're having fun!

66-PMD-GMC · 07-21-2016, 09:05 AM

I believe I have watched your build since the day you made your first thread post.
Nice to see one done..
Maybe one day I'll finish one of my own..

**66ChevyMax** · 07-21-2016, 09:45 AM

Thanks Phillip, yes I am

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Originally Posted by likaroc13

Sounds like you're having fun!

Thanks Chris, there was many days even years that I thought how and when will it ever be done. Truth be known it's still not completely done but I can drive it anytime I want so maybe it is

. Keep at it the day will come!

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Originally Posted by 66-PMD-GMC

I believe I have watched your build since the day you made your first thread post.
Nice to see one done..
Maybe one day I'll finish one of my own..

SKT · 07-21-2016, 09:23 PM

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Truck looks and sounds great, again - awesome job building this one!

I always look forward to seeing new pics in this thread!

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06-23-2016, 11:41 AM	#852
63chevy208 Registered User Join Date: May 2016 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 102	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride Awesome Truck. I love it. The color is awesome. Man that thing is quick.

06-25-2016, 12:06 AM	#854
66ChevyMax Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Wolfforth, Texas Posts: 976	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride Did some more cruising tonight at higher speeds, 6th gear is 77mph at 1500rpms. 3.08 rear end, I'm happy with that. License plate and bracket with light installed, I'm officially street legal. __________________ Craig 1966 Chevrolet C10 - Supercharged LS3 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 1957 Chevrolet 2dr Hardtop "It makes sence if you don't think about it" Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/ Air Ride http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4989763 Last edited by 66ChevyMax; 06-30-2016 at 10:04 AM.

06-30-2016, 10:02 AM	#856
66ChevyMax Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Wolfforth, Texas Posts: 976	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride Still working out the bugs, speed controller for A/C fan went out, new one is on the way, bought the unit from vintage almost 4 years ago, they are sending free of charge, props. From the start I have had some issues with the throttle body, High Idle Code, a short rev up or it would die during coasting, then a dirty throttle body code and I knew that was wrong. So replaced the throttle body and all is good. On to whatever comes next, HA! Will pick up speakers and amp today to start the stereo install which is greatly needed so I can't hear every little noise the truck makes. Have made several hard breaking runs and all is good, she stays straight and the pressure and touch required to make the tires squeal isn't bad at all. Also put her back on the lift and gave everything a once over, anyone think I'm paranoid? __________________ Craig 1966 Chevrolet C10 - Supercharged LS3 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 1957 Chevrolet 2dr Hardtop "It makes sence if you don't think about it" Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/ Air Ride http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4989763 Last edited by 66ChevyMax; 06-30-2016 at 10:14 AM.

06-30-2016, 10:53 AM	#857
ls60apache Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: stony creek va Posts: 238	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride quote: anyone think im paranoid? no cautious and responsible

07-05-2016, 09:51 AM	#859
66ChevyMax Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Wolfforth, Texas Posts: 976	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride Hope everyone had a great 4th of July, I have a little less hair on my arms and ringing in my ears which is typical after the 4th at my house, so it was a good weekend Drove the truck quite a bit this weekend, truck has about 500 miles counting the test drives during pre-assembly. Installed the stereo system this weekend, 6 1/2" rounds in kick panels, 6x9's in boxes behind the seat, amp and sub under the seat, will post pictures later. Drove it for an hour Saturday about 55 miles total with no issues. I was a little concerned that the tranny and diff combination was going to be a little tall but I'm pleased with the final results, below is the numbers: Rear end: 3.08 Posi Rear Tires: 285/50 R18 T56 6th Gear: .63 2,000 rpms - 4th 60mph, 5th 70mph, 6th 80mph Vintage Air is now sending a new ECU as the A/C fan is still not working, this should do the trick. __________________ Craig 1966 Chevrolet C10 - Supercharged LS3 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 1957 Chevrolet 2dr Hardtop "It makes sence if you don't think about it" Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/ Air Ride http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4989763

07-05-2016, 10:12 AM	#860
Johnny_Lamebridge Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Cambridge, Ontario Posts: 507	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride 3.08 gear...any idea how fast it'll go topped out in 6th? __________________ * My 63 C10 SWB Fleetside (converted to BBW): http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...58#post6851558 @johnny_lamebridge on Instagram

07-05-2016, 10:21 AM	#862
ChuckLee Registered User Join Date: May 2016 Location: richmond va Posts: 265	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride 318mph

07-05-2016, 10:43 AM	#863
Turtleman Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 290	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride Does that mean your going to add wings to the sides?... maybe hide them so they fold out at a certain speed?

07-12-2016, 09:47 AM	#865
66ChevyMax Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Wolfforth, Texas Posts: 976	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride Had my oldest Son make this negative space vinyl sticker from this photo, it turned out pretty cool I think. __________________ Craig 1966 Chevrolet C10 - Supercharged LS3 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 1957 Chevrolet 2dr Hardtop "It makes sence if you don't think about it" Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/ Air Ride http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4989763

07-12-2016, 09:49 AM	#866
ChuckLee Registered User Join Date: May 2016 Location: richmond va Posts: 265	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride wow that is such a thoughtful touch. You just made the truck 10x better!!! Now you'll always be thinking about him when you see the truck. What an awesome tribute! Best upgrade yet bud.

07-13-2016, 07:27 PM	#868
Advanced Design Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oblong, Illinois Posts: 7,028	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride Very nice work on the sticker and a fitting tribute! __________________ Doug Advanced Design’s 1977 Blazer Build Advanced Design's '48 'Burb Build Mrs Advanced Design's '72 Suburban Advanced Design's 56 BelAir LS swap

07-16-2016, 11:05 PM	#870
66ChevyMax Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Wolfforth, Texas Posts: 976	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride Went for a drive today and came across this beauty, not sure why she was parked out by the street, looks like it was purchased at Barrett Jackson: __________________ Craig 1966 Chevrolet C10 - Supercharged LS3 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 1957 Chevrolet 2dr Hardtop "It makes sence if you don't think about it" Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/ Air Ride http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4989763

07-21-2016, 02:28 AM	#872
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride Sounds like you're having fun! __________________ _____________________________________________ Phillip My Build threads: 1966 Chevy C-10 "Black Betty" shortbed, fleetside, BBW, 327 V8/ Powerglide (under construction) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ighlight=betty 1997 Chevy Tahoe, 2dr/2wd, mild custom (Daily driver) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601142 Pics: '66 C-10 https://flic.kr/s/aHsjHWD4h9 '97 Tahoe https://flic.kr/s/aHsjGZ7wKP '93 C-1500 https://flic.kr/s/aHskxdpdnQ '88 S-10 Blazer https://flic.kr/s/aHsjYGx4Md Previous Rides: 1993 Chevy S-10 ext. cab, 4.3L, 4/5 drop (Sold) 1993 Chevy C-1500 short/step Retro-Rod (Sold) 1988 S-10 Blazer 2dr/2wd mild custom (Sold)

07-21-2016, 09:05 AM	#873
66-PMD-GMC The 60-66 GMC/Pontiac guy.... Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Apache Junction, Arizona Posts: 1,306	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride I believe I have watched your build since the day you made your first thread post. Nice to see one done.. Maybe one day I'll finish one of my own.. __________________ Building Genuine Pontiac Firepowered cars and trucks for several decades. Why Pontiac?? That's just me daring to be different. Projects.. 63 C10 Short Wheel Base fleetside (The Pro-Street) currently under reconstruction. 440CID 2X4 Pontiac

07-21-2016, 09:23 PM	#875
SKT Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Location: Posts: 8,435	Re: Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/Air Ride . . Truck looks and sounds great, again - awesome job building this one! I always look forward to seeing new pics in this thread! . . __________________ ... Click here to see thousands of 'Abandoned & Neglected' Chevy trucks rotting away... ...



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