67 cheby's Dropmember build thread (CLOUD 9)

[67cheby]

Originally Posted by oldman3

Mike, I'll tag along, truck is super already, but love seeing your work...Jim

Thank you, i love the truck as is also but i am a little bored taking it to shows and everyone has already seen it all.....

[hewittca]

You finished this truck before I joined, so I'm excited to tag along on it's refresh to see where it goes.

I was reading some of the last few posts and saw that you mentioned possibly making full coverage tubs. I was always curious why you didn't make full coverage ones to begin with and how well your current tubs protect from flinging stuff up into the engine bay while driving. I'll eventually need some custom tubs but would prefer the full coverage style because I drive my truck quite a bit in all weather conditions.

[gringoloco]

LS this thing!

[67cheby]

Originally Posted by hewittca

You finished this truck before I joined, so I'm excited to tag along on it's refresh to see where it goes.

I was reading some of the last few posts and saw that you mentioned possibly making full coverage tubs. I was always curious why you didn't make full coverage ones to begin with and how well your current tubs protect from flinging stuff up into the engine bay while driving. I'll eventually need some custom tubs but would prefer the full coverage style because I drive my truck quite a bit in all weather conditions.

thank you sir!
THese keep everything out of the engine compartment you can drive them in pouring rain and your engine will be dry just like they are and they let you expose the expensive tubular control arms and other suspension upgrades.

[67cheby]

Originally Posted by gringoloco

LS this thing!

Trying to talk myself out of stealing Daily DImes LS right now.....LOL

[aggie91]

While I get the benefits of LS swapping our trucks (my '65 is LS powered), I would not swap this one just yet. I would do some simple things like new wheels/tires and maybe an interior update. The set up you have for the engine looks outstanding and is already EFI. Just keep it simple!

[67cheby]

Originally Posted by aggie91

While I get the benefits of LS swapping our trucks (my '65 is LS powered), I would not swap this one just yet. I would do some simple things like new wheels/tires and maybe an interior update. The set up you have for the engine looks outstanding and is already EFI. Just keep it simple!

the idea is ....More Power unfortunately the TBI engines were never know for POWER...dependability yes buy power NO ! LOL

[nuke1]

Hey Mike, I know the feeling on the getting bored once done thing. you built a gorgeous truck. ONe to be very proud of. It is perfect the way it is and I wouldnt change anything, But comingfrom someone that knows the boredom and the fact that people like us are never happy with a finished project because in our eyes it is never truly done, yet to everyone else it is. I think changine the truck to gain more attention is not the way to look at it. But more of a self satisfaction thing. This truck you will never get rid of nor sell. Same as Havoc. this is the reason I havenever finished Havoc because I can not figure out how I want to do it. But there comes a time where we have to realize when enough is enough and just call them done. As for the LS hing, I am all for it. I still understand your interior change as the truck never got done how you wanted it on the inside. So I morethan support you of the changes. Rob Daily dimes engine and stuff it in this thing. It deserves it. truly does. You have had some great engines and now is the time to use it.

[nuke1]

I just remembered that was Bertha with the interior problems. oops

[Elliot949]

I am back on board watching what you do with her... sad to see her come apart but interested in the direction you take her...

[67cheby]

Originally Posted by nuke1

Hey Mike, I know the feeling on the getting bored once done thing. you built a gorgeous truck. ONe to be very proud of. It is perfect the way it is and I wouldnt change anything, But comingfrom someone that knows the boredom and the fact that people like us are never happy with a finished project because in our eyes it is never truly done, yet to everyone else it is. I think changine the truck to gain more attention is not the way to look at it. But more of a self satisfaction thing. This truck you will never get rid of nor sell. Same as Havoc. this is the reason I havenever finished Havoc because I can not figure out how I want to do it. But there comes a time where we have to realize when enough is enough and just call them done. As for the LS hing, I am all for it. I still understand your interior change as the truck never got done how you wanted it on the inside. So I morethan support you of the changes. Rob Daily dimes engine and stuff it in this thing. It deserves it. truly does. You have had some great engines and now is the time to use it.

Funny that you say that i have thought about using the engine i got for daily dime! LOL

Originally Posted by nuke1

I just remembered that was Bertha with the interior problems. oops

LOL, yep

Originally Posted by Elliot949

I am back on board watching what you do with her... sad to see her come apart but interested in the direction you take her...

Thanks man!

[1971_c10]

Dude! This truck is awesome! I know some guys that have seen it in person and they all say top notch and the photos here back it up! That said, I totally get the desire to tweak it some. I'll toss a vote in for the LS. I'd even put a nod toward Don Hardy in Texas in case you haven't checked them out before. I have one of their 418 cu in LS3 based engines and am about to fire it up in the coming days. I'm sure you know you can maintain your current engine look with an LS. Here's an engine from the Don Hardy website looking very similar, since pictures say 1000 words. If you want to see mine check out my build thread. I went all natural aluminum with black accents. DHR can finish the engine in any color you want and have all the intake/valve cover/valley cover options you can desire.

[67cheby]

Originally Posted by 1971_c10

Dude! This truck is awesome! I know some guys that have seen it in person and they all say top notch and the photos here back it up! That said, I totally get the desire to tweak it some. I'll toss a vote in for the LS. I'd even put a nod toward Don Hardy in Texas in case you haven't checked them out before. I have one of their 418 cu in LS3 based engines and am about to fire it up in the coming days. I'm sure you know you can maintain your current engine look with an LS. Here's an engine from the Don Hardy website looking very similar, since pictures say 1000 words. If you want to see mine check out my build thread. I went all natural aluminum with black accents. DHR can finish the engine in any color you want and have all the intake/valve cover/valley cover options you can desire.

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please send the one pictured! lol, wow!

[rob32472]

Glad to see you back around! Cant go wrong with an LS!

[gringoloco]

DH does that 100% powder coated. Phenomenal

[1971_c10]

Originally Posted by 67cheby

please send the one pictured! lol, wow!

The specs on that one are even more impressive. 454 LSx based, 650+ HP. His prices are very reasonable for what you get. I paid less for their long block fully forged rotating assembly than I would have for the same setup in a SBC. Like a couple k less. Now, I quickly offset that with bling and fancy electronics, but still, long block to long block they are competitive on pricing. I'd send one but ... I'm a little short on cash flow at the moment.

[67cheby]

Originally Posted by rob32472

Glad to see you back around! Cant go wrong with an LS!

Thank you sir, i am looking forward to updating her a little!

Originally Posted by gringoloco

DH does that 100% powder coated. Phenomenal

Thats pretty cool!

Originally Posted by 1971_c10

The specs on that one are even more impressive. 454 LSx based, 650+ HP. His prices are very reasonable for what you get. I paid less for their long block fully forged rotating assembly than I would have for the same setup in a SBC. Like a couple k less. Now, I quickly offset that with bling and fancy electronics, but still, long block to long block they are competitive on pricing. I'd send one but ... I'm a little short on cash flow at the moment.

NICE! I hear ya on the cash part, I am trying to build up enough inventory to take to LST for my show "specials" and working on 2 new molds.....that eats up money real quick!

[1971_c10]

Originally Posted by 67cheby

NICE! I hear ya on the cash part, I am trying to build up enough inventory to take to LST for my show "specials" and working on 2 new molds.....that eats up money real quick!

Right on! Me and some buddies are tentatively planning to meet up at LST if we can get the details ironed out between our schedules. I'll have to track you down if I make it down there!

[67cheby]

Originally Posted by 1971_c10

Right on! Me and some buddies are tentatively planning to meet up at LST if we can get the details ironed out between our schedules. I'll have to track you down if I make it down there!

Please stop by the booth, great show dont miss it!

[budman911]

I have just read every post you have made on this truck Mike. It took 7 hours and 43 minutes, excluding the two 5 minute breaks. I will admit I did read a few of the others too. Congratulations on the longest forum post EVER! Well, worth the time spent to gain some of the knowledge you shared. I didn't really have much to do at work today anyway.

[67cheby]

Originally Posted by budman911

I have just read every post you have made on this truck Mike. It took 7 hours and 43 minutes, excluding the two 5 minute breaks. I will admit I did read a few of the others too. Congratulations on the longest forum post EVER! Well, worth the time spent to gain some of the knowledge you shared. I didn't really have much to do at work today anyway.

DUDE!!! Wow, thank you, well at least i hope i made your time at work go by a little faster!! Stay tuned i think she is in for some changes!

[67cheby]

WELL........ last night I received a deposit on the complete chassis, so stay tuned I will start posting pictures of the disassembly this week! BIG things coming for this truck!!!

[gringoloco]

Woot!

[67cheby]

Well....tear down has begun. bed is all unbolted and unplugged ready to lift off....when i get enough guys!

[Elliot949]

Watching to see how it goes... you going back on air?