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ChuckDriver · 04-02-2011, 09:35 PM

It want be long now!

VA72C10 · 04-02-2011, 10:33 PM

Nice progress!!!

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 04-03-2011, 09:31 AM

She is really moving along now..

drewskiren · 04-03-2011, 08:39 PM

Another day, another bit of progress.

I scavenged these rear control arm brackets off of one of the Yukons that had rear leveling. They are designed to clamp to the upper control arm. Perfect, just what I need for the front leveling sensors. I put them in the vise and modified them to work for my application and now am finished with the front sensors. I ran the wires to the rear and installed my exhaust for the last time.

I also plugged up everything at the transmission and had an entire harness left dedicated to the transfer case that was completely separate all the way to the fuse box. I unplugged it there and tossed it.

thor · 04-04-2011, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by drewskiren

Another day, another bit of progress.

I scavenged these rear control arm brackets off of one of the Yukons that had rear leveling. They are designed to clamp to the upper control arm. Perfect, just what I need for the front leveling sensors. I put them in the vise and modified them to work for my application and now am finished with the front sensors. I ran the wires to the rear and installed my exhaust for the last time.

I also plugged up everything at the transmission and had an entire harness left dedicated to the transfer case that was completely separate all the way to the fuse box. I unplugged it there and tossed it.

Love the zip-tie curb feelers in the fourth pic.

drewskiren · 04-04-2011, 12:19 PM

This was funny: Friends in the neighborhood were walking by and stopped to talk, we ended up in the garage to see the progress. They were looking at the cab, discussing what a pretty color it was, and then turned around to see the engine, trans, frame etc. and said "now whats this". I forget sometimes that I'm not normal. Normal people don't even think about what is under the body that they can't see. I gently explained that this was the part to make it go. They said "oh".

**LEEVON** · 04-04-2011, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by drewskiren

This was funny: Friends from church were walking by and stopped to talk, we ended up in the garage to see the progress. They were looking at the cab, discussing what a pretty color it was, and then turned around to see the engine, trans, frame etc. and said "now whats this". I forget sometimes that I'm not normal. Normal people don't even think about what is under the body that they can't see. I gently explained that this was the part to make it go. They said "oh".

Haha, I know how you feel. How do you explain to people that they are indeed looking at an entire truck when they don't see how a chassis + cab + parts = truck! "You have a 1950 chevrolet...where?"

That's why I let some people in at the front door and others come through the garage

I love this build by the way, and very happy that you chose the right colors ; )

Olderthandirt · 04-04-2011, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by drewskiren

This was funny: Friends from church were walking by and stopped to talk, we ended up in the garage to see the progress. They were looking at the cab, discussing what a pretty color it was, and then turned around to see the engine, trans, frame etc. and said "now whats this". I forget sometimes that I'm not normal. Normal people don't even think about what is under the body that they can't see. I gently explained that this was the part to make it go. They said "oh".

I've been following this build from the start,and all I can say is Wow! I wish I had even a fraction of your fabricating talent !
This is going to be one nice truck..

As far as the friends go who were unaware that a vehicle requires not only a frame,but a drivetrain...all I can say is,that you're normal,and they're,well....Momma always said if you can't say something nice,don't say anything at all. (Chuckle)

I wonder if there are folks who think that vehicles run on magic,gasoline and oil?

pickup67man · 04-04-2011, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by drewskiren

This was funny: Friends in the neighborhood were walking by and stopped to talk, we ended up in the garage to see the progress. They were looking at the cab, discussing what a pretty color it was, and then turned around to see the engine, trans, frame etc. and said "now whats this". I forget sometimes that I'm not normal. Normal people don't even think about what is under the body that they can't see. I gently explained that this was the part to make it go. They said "oh".

I've talked to people before and asked them if they knew what is involve getting and engine to start. They said yeah "you turn the key and it starts"

propanemudtruck · 04-04-2011, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by thor

Love the zip-tie curb feelers in the fourth pic.

x2

Quote:

Originally Posted by drewskiren

This was funny: Friends from church were walking by and stopped to talk, we ended up in the garage to see the progress. They were looking at the cab, discussing what a pretty color it was, and then turned around to see the engine, trans, frame etc. and said "now whats this". I forget sometimes that I'm not normal. Normal people don't even think about what is under the body that they can't see. I gently explained that this was the part to make it go. They said "oh".

funny how oblibivious some people can be to real, working, mechanical things

once again good work Drew!

feller · 04-04-2011, 01:12 PM

[QUOTE=propanemudtruck;4599578]x2

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gringoloco · 04-03-2011, 09:23 PM

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drewskiren · 04-03-2011, 10:09 PM

One more thing on the firewall.

Started to tackle the air ride wiring tonight.

VA72C10 · 04-03-2011, 10:37 PM

Nice progress!

feller · 04-04-2011, 12:38 AM

this is awesome!!!!! lookin good man!!

70LonghornCST · 04-04-2011, 03:45 AM

Wow, Drew! You must have a mind like a steel trap. I'd have gotten so confused by now. Keep it up. You're really showing us all the true meaning of posibilities.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 04-04-2011, 08:31 PM

Very cool to see it almost to paint stage..

JasonBird · 04-05-2011, 12:14 PM

nice progress. moving right along...

DakotaLS6 · 04-05-2011, 07:41 PM

looked through the whole thread and im very very impressed. Great work!!! I am a huge 72 Chevy fan and would love to have a 4 door.. With that being said, i think i did shed a tear when that rust free burb got chopped up!

pickup67man · 04-05-2011, 08:40 PM

I like chrome presents.

drewskiren · 04-05-2011, 11:40 PM

Yeah Baby !!!

drewskiren · 04-05-2011, 11:44 PM

Oh my, as if I didn't have enough wires to fool with already.

I pretty well finished the air ride wiring that all ends up inside the cab under the rear seat. I ran the main power harness to the front fuse panel, but won't connect it til I get the factory wiring sorted out. I stole a floor wiring grommet from one of the Yukons knowing I would need it for this.

VA72C10 · 04-05-2011, 11:57 PM

Nice progress. Let me know how those moldings work out for you!

250powerglide · 04-06-2011, 12:36 AM

i had the pleasure of seeing the truck in person today and i have to say my hat is off to drew ! he realy takes his time with the details . he is the type of guy i could work with on projects like this btw thanks for loaning me the spring compresors ill get it back to you asap. i do want that petal assembly it will complement my brake upgrade kit nicely !

drewskiren · 04-06-2011, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by 250powerglide

i had the pleasure of seeing the truck in person today and i have to say my hat is off to drew ! he realy takes his time with the details . he is the type of guy i could work with on projects like this btw thanks for loaning me the spring compresors ill get it back to you asap. i do want that petal assembly it will complement my brake upgrade kit nicely !

Thanks Eric,
It was nice meeting another board member, even if we are newbies. You can just grab the gas pedal when you return the spring compressors.

04-02-2011, 09:35 PM	#1
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04-02-2011, 10:33 PM	#2
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Nice progress!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

04-03-2011, 09:31 AM	#3
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,594	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. She is really moving along now.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

04-03-2011, 08:39 PM	#4
drewskiren Lucky Teter at the wheel Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,896	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Another day, another bit of progress. I scavenged these rear control arm brackets off of one of the Yukons that had rear leveling. They are designed to clamp to the upper control arm. Perfect, just what I need for the front leveling sensors. I put them in the vise and modified them to work for my application and now am finished with the front sensors. I ran the wires to the rear and installed my exhaust for the last time. I also plugged up everything at the transmission and had an entire harness left dedicated to the transfer case that was completely separate all the way to the fuse box. I unplugged it there and tossed it. Attached Images __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife! Last edited by drewskiren; 04-03-2011 at 09:05 PM.

04-04-2011, 12:19 PM	#6
drewskiren Lucky Teter at the wheel Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,896	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. This was funny: Friends in the neighborhood were walking by and stopped to talk, we ended up in the garage to see the progress. They were looking at the cab, discussing what a pretty color it was, and then turned around to see the engine, trans, frame etc. and said "now whats this". I forget sometimes that I'm not normal. Normal people don't even think about what is under the body that they can't see. I gently explained that this was the part to make it go. They said "oh". __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife! Last edited by drewskiren; 04-04-2011 at 08:56 PM.

04-04-2011, 01:12 PM	#11
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04-03-2011, 10:09 PM	#13
drewskiren Lucky Teter at the wheel Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,896	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. One more thing on the firewall. Started to tackle the air ride wiring tonight. Attached Images __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!

04-03-2011, 10:37 PM	#14
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Nice progress! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

04-04-2011, 12:38 AM	#15
feller Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: madison, IN. Posts: 484	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. this is awesome!!!!! lookin good man!!

04-04-2011, 03:45 AM	#16
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04-04-2011, 08:31 PM	#17
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,594	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Very cool to see it almost to paint stage.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

04-05-2011, 12:14 PM	#18
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04-05-2011, 07:41 PM	#19
DakotaLS6 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Owensville, MO Posts: 10	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. looked through the whole thread and im very very impressed. Great work!!! I am a huge 72 Chevy fan and would love to have a 4 door.. With that being said, i think i did shed a tear when that rust free burb got chopped up! __________________ 1972 Chevy 3/4 ton. Under construction I'm a Mason! Lodge #624

04-05-2011, 08:40 PM	#20
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04-05-2011, 11:40 PM	#21
drewskiren Lucky Teter at the wheel Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,896	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Yeah Baby !!! Attached Images __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!

04-05-2011, 11:44 PM	#22
drewskiren Lucky Teter at the wheel Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 1,896	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Oh my, as if I didn't have enough wires to fool with already. I pretty well finished the air ride wiring that all ends up inside the cab under the rear seat. I ran the main power harness to the front fuse panel, but won't connect it til I get the factory wiring sorted out. I stole a floor wiring grommet from one of the Yukons knowing I would need it for this. Attached Images __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!

04-05-2011, 11:57 PM	#23
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Nice progress. Let me know how those moldings work out for you! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

04-06-2011, 12:36 AM	#24
250powerglide Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: memphis tn Posts: 53	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. i had the pleasure of seeing the truck in person today and i have to say my hat is off to drew ! he realy takes his time with the details . he is the type of guy i could work with on projects like this btw thanks for loaning me the spring compresors ill get it back to you asap. i do want that petal assembly it will complement my brake upgrade kit nicely !

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