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Old 01-31-2023, 07:58 PM   #76
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Thanks again lol. I’m not smart enough to figure that out
You're welcome and I' sure you are plenty smart enough to do it. If you can post them, then I know I'm right when I say that. Here's a little help, if you are interested. A couple of guys helped me with this thread, in the area I help moderate. Check it out, it might help

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Old 02-08-2023, 08:02 PM   #77
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Starting to install the Holley Terminator X. I am not good at electrical. However this setup so far is pretty easy.
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Old 02-11-2023, 12:07 PM   #78
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Starting to install the Holley Terminator X. I am not good at electrical. However this setup so far is pretty easy.
I could have flown in to help....
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Old 02-14-2023, 02:07 PM   #79
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I could have flown in to help....
Waiting on you Rob! I am not done... See you Saturday morning LOL
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Waiting on you Rob! I am not done... See you Saturday morning LOL
would be fun...
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Old 03-05-2023, 03:24 PM   #81
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Starting to put some sheetmetal back on.
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Starting to put some sheetmetal back on.
Looking great... what E-fan kit is that?
The stance is gonna look killer
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Old 03-08-2023, 07:38 PM   #83
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Very nice build! Tagging along. What radiator did you use?
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Old 03-09-2023, 03:44 PM   #84
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Looking great... what E-fan kit is that?
The stance is gonna look killer
I had a local Radiator shop build the whole setup for me. They used Spal fans. I searched all over for a kit. I like the black stock look. Fortunate to have a great radiator shop in town that can get one foe me. I guess I dont know if they built it or ordered it. Its a 4 row with trans cooler built in.
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Old 03-15-2023, 09:02 AM   #85
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Wiring is pretty much done. Only have to finish the fans. And start putting this thing back together.
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Looking great! Are you happy with the location of the ECU? I was thinking about building a bracket to put it under the dash but yours looks like a good fit.
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Old 03-15-2023, 05:32 PM   #87
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Looking great! Are you happy with the location of the ECU? I was thinking about building a bracket to put it under the dash but yours looks like a good fit.
Yes I like it there. I looked at under the dash too. But its a tight fit. At least I can get to this if I needed too. Hopefully that is never LOL
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Old 03-16-2023, 08:36 AM   #88
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Wiring is pretty much done. Only have to finish the fans. And start putting this thing back together.
Truck is coming out really nice! I'm guessing this one is a keeper? I finally got the motor mounted in mine, but still waiting on some parts.....
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I had a local Radiator shop build the whole setup for me. They used Spal fans. I searched all over for a kit. I like the black stock look. Fortunate to have a great radiator shop in town that can get one foe me. I guess I dont know if they built it or ordered it. Its a 4 row with trans cooler built in.
Ah ok.. Yea it looks like one i never seen.. it looks good though..
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Wiring is pretty much done. Only have to finish the fans. And start putting this thing back together.
Thats a good spot..
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Old 03-21-2023, 01:33 PM   #91
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Truck is coming out really nice! I'm guessing this one is a keeper? I finally got the motor mounted in mine, but still waiting on some parts.....
Rob, I sure hope I keep it. I have a bad habit of selling them when I get bored lol. However this one means a lot to me, so I’m planning on keeping it for sure.

Your truck will be sweet!
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Old 03-21-2023, 01:38 PM   #92
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Hi all, I got the inner fenders back it. Mild Slosh Tubz. Painted the same satin black as the core support. I’m telling you, it made the engine compartment look really good I think.
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Hi all, I got the inner fenders back it. Mild Slosh Tubz. Painted the same satin black as the core support. I’m telling you, it made the engine compartment look really good I think.
How was the tubz install? Do you have to do any modifications? Was it rubbing before? Thanks and quality work as usual!
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How was the tubz install? Do you have to do any modifications? Was it rubbing before? Thanks and quality work as usual!
The factory inner fenders rubber the tire. That kind of stuff drives me nuts!

The install was not to bad. Like anything when your getting ready to cut a perfectly good part, its a little nerve racking. But it wasn't to bad. I like the fact that they look fairly factory. I did have to trim around my QA1 suspension too. You can see it if you look close.
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The factory inner fenders rubber the tire. That kind of stuff drives me nuts!

The install was not to bad. Like anything when your getting ready to cut a perfectly good part, its a little nerve racking. But it wasn't to bad. I like the fact that they look fairly factory. I did have to trim around my QA1 suspension too. You can see it if you look close.
Yeah, I was going to say they look like a better version of a stock fender. The sheen on that black paint is perfect too.
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Yeah, I was going to say they look like a better version of a stock fender. The sheen on that black paint is perfect too.
Thank you
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Old 03-31-2023, 02:34 PM   #98
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Got the hood on and installed the CVF racing hinges. I am not sure if they match the theme of the truck or not. I still have the old hinges too. But these thing do look sweet. And seem to operate well. I have not got them fully adjusted. They are not as easy as I hoped lol.
I am going for a stock-ish look until you open the hood. I have some Coy rally 20’s on order as well.
You can also see how I routed the heater hoses for the most part.
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Have you thought about spraying the hinges to match the fenders? I bet the shape of them wouldn't jump out at you if the finish matched. Even if you left the shock/spring and hardware raw.
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