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n2billet · 01-08-2006, 12:29 AM

Made a little progress today after the "grind session" I managed to get the motor back in the truck. I hope to get the intake painted next weekend and a few other parts that didn't make it this go around. Now that the motors in I can now start installing some parts and make some progress!

SCOTI · 01-08-2006, 12:47 AM

You're the man.

BTW.... I actually worked on my stuff today. The motor has been degreased & taped up. I'll acid etch it tomorrow am & get a coat of POR15 on it hopefully by lunch time. Sorry.... no slicked out intake for me.

I still have to get the accessory brackets cleaned, 'deburred', & ready to go. Then there's the air cleaner, I need bolts, & I need . . ............

krue · 01-08-2006, 06:14 AM

That's a sweet project you're building. I love the fact that you're leaving the six in it.

**Boog** · 01-08-2006, 09:56 AM

I have fond memories of the old chevy 6's with dual pipes and packs. Stick or auto they sounded good. Headers aren't necessary for a good sound either. With your finned aluminum covers I can only imagine how good it'll look when you get the rest of the parts on it. Let's see....a 4.10 gear and 700R4 should make her get up.

project76 · 01-08-2006, 10:37 PM

You have accomplished more in the past week than i have in the past year, whats the secret?

n2billet · 01-09-2006, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by project76

You have accomplished more in the past week than i have in the past year, whats the secret?

As one of my friends told me: Spend more time on the garage floor than the keyboard

Zumo · 01-09-2006, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by n2billet

That's right, 1955 Nash Rambler.

It's in a magazine this month too right? I picked on up and saw a spread on it. Very nice car.

n2billet · 01-09-2006, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Zumo

It's in a magazine this month too right? I picked on up and saw a spread on it. Very nice car.

No that one is a 62 the one on the chassis table is a 55. We also have a 60 wagon and a 61 wagon......we like Ramblers

FnLow69 · 01-10-2006, 12:43 AM

looks good love the engine oldschool baby, i wish i had a I6, but i got to have lots of power....

BigSky71 · 01-10-2006, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

n2billet-The wheels that are going on the 68 are 20x8.5 with 5.75 BS for the front
and 20x10 with 4.75 BS for the rear. I'm getting Vintec's Deep Dish Soft Lips.

Great project, thanks for all the photos

I am about ready to order the wheels for my 71, which has the same setup as yours [drop spindles and bags]. I will be running 18s in the front, 20s in the rear. Anyway, how come you are going with so much BS on the front? I am guessing that 20s require more BS that 18s. Based on what I have seen on other trucks pictured here, I have planned on running 18x8s with 4" of BS to have some lip on the front rims.

n2billet · 01-10-2006, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by BigSky71

Great project, thanks for all the photos

I am about ready to order the wheels for my 71, which has the same setup as yours [drop spindles and bags]. I will be running 18s in the front, 20s in the rear. Anyway, how come you are going with so much BS on the front? I am guessing that 20s require more BS that 18s. Based on what I have seen on other trucks pictured here, I have planned on running 18x8s with 4" of BS to have some lip on the front rims.

Well, there .5 inches wider than the 8's plus I like to tuck the wheel as far in as I can so I have a little more turning radius. Plus I just like the way it looks.

BigSky71 · 01-11-2006, 07:17 PM

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Originally Posted by n2billet

Well, there .5 inches wider than the 8's plus I like to tuck the wheel as far in as I can so I have a little more turning radius. Plus I just like the way it looks.

Turning radius is a good thing. The few 67-72s I have seen with the 2" narrower MII setups look good, super tucked.

DW67c10 · 01-13-2006, 09:32 PM

Nice Truck!
When all the air is released from your air bags is your crossmember on the ground? I like the look of you drop and what I am trying to figure out is with the front crossmember the ground, the bolt in style notch with offer enough drop for what I am trying to accomplish.

Thanks,
Dan

n2billet · 01-14-2006, 08:02 PM

Progress real slow this week due to my work schedule. I did however finish making my fan spacer, installed the radiator and shroud and started mounting the brackets for the alt. and p/s. With any luck I should have the starter and intake painted by the end of next week.....I should have never started this

**N2TRUX** · 01-14-2006, 09:23 PM

Ah, c'mon buddy hang in there. It's only a small can of worms that you have opened up. I have personally seen you turn a simple project into a much bigger mess before and not think twice about it. I know these days you prefer to talk your dumb butt friends into falling off the deep end with a project. It looks like this time the bug bit you....

SCOTI · 01-14-2006, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

.... I have personally seen you turn a simple project into a much bigger mess before and not think twice about it. I know these days you prefer to talk your dumb butt friends into falling off the deep end with a project. It looks like this time the bug bit you....

Amen to that brother. N2billet, I got some pics of that Fiero mstr.cyl/booster combo. It would look good.

n2billet · 01-14-2006, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Amen to that brother. N2billet, I got some pics of that Fiero mstr.cyl/booster combo. It would look good.

Checked my e-mail and PM's and I didn't see any pics???

Ya'll are both right, this is a small can of "worms" compared to next project or two!

SCOTI · 01-15-2006, 02:19 AM

Ask & yee shall receive . . ....

SCOTI · 01-15-2006, 02:20 AM

Last one..... kind of hard to see in the pic but the bracket was extended.

subtle71 · 01-15-2006, 05:44 PM

Looks like you guys have been busy. Thanks for keeping us updated! I love that valve cover! Makes me wish I would have kept my 250 rather than swapping out to the new mild 350.

Keep us posted!

Dean

1000000to1 · 01-15-2006, 11:52 PM

What will you do with all the extra space under the hood? A guy could probably mount a portable 12 volt cooler to keep the beer cold.

n2billet · 01-19-2006, 12:17 AM

Made a little progress on the 68. I've spent the last couple nights grinding the intake and exhaust getting them ready for paint and plating. It may not look like much but trust me, those things were rough!

The big news is that my wheels came in today! Now all I need to do is get the tires mounted and then the truck can roll again!

**N2TRUX** · 01-19-2006, 09:40 AM

The manifolds look looks really nice. That exhaust is going to look killer once it's coated.

I have wheel envy now. I think it's time for a fresh set on blackie...

sdkid · 01-19-2006, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Russell

Just for the fun of it, you should get that truck a 4 barrel intake, and a set of split exhaust manifolds to run duals

Maybe even toss a TBI adapter on top? I hear that I6s respond very well to a 305 TBI setup!

Russel, is there any info on the net about that tbi setup? I'd like to see more on it.

SCOTI · 01-19-2006, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

I think it's time for a fresh set on blackie...

Hhmmmmmmmmmmmm??????????????????? I'm not too proud for hand-me-downs....... Pop

. Heck, I've got the heart..... might as well donate the limbs too!

01-08-2006, 12:29 AM	#76
n2billet Village Idiot.... Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Rowlett, Texas Posts: 1,833	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style Made a little progress today after the "grind session" I managed to get the motor back in the truck. I hope to get the intake painted next weekend and a few other parts that didn't make it this go around. Now that the motors in I can now start installing some parts and make some progress! Last edited by n2billet; 10-29-2006 at 10:28 PM.

01-08-2006, 12:47 AM	#77
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,031	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style You're the man. BTW.... I actually worked on my stuff today. The motor has been degreased & taped up. I'll acid etch it tomorrow am & get a coat of POR15 on it hopefully by lunch time. Sorry.... no slicked out intake for me. I still have to get the accessory brackets cleaned, 'deburred', & ready to go. Then there's the air cleaner, I need bolts, & I need . . ............ __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

01-08-2006, 06:14 AM	#78
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style That's a sweet project you're building. I love the fact that you're leaving the six in it. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

01-08-2006, 09:56 AM	#79
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,438	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style I have fond memories of the old chevy 6's with dual pipes and packs. Stick or auto they sounded good. Headers aren't necessary for a good sound either. With your finned aluminum covers I can only imagine how good it'll look when you get the rest of the parts on it. Let's see....a 4.10 gear and 700R4 should make her get up. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

01-08-2006, 10:37 PM	#80
project76 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Cecil County Maryland Posts: 135	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style You have accomplished more in the past week than i have in the past year, whats the secret? __________________ Brandon project 67 swb bagged on 20" Coddingtons

01-10-2006, 12:43 AM	#84
FnLow69 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Washington Posts: 848	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style looks good love the engine oldschool baby, i wish i had a I6, but i got to have lots of power.... __________________ [PROJECT] FnLow69- 69 C-10 Full frame & layin' doors [PROJECT] Laidout53 - 53' Dodge Pickup, Full Kustom Build [PROJECT] "Hot Rod" 1931 Model A Bonneville style "Dream as if you'll live forever, Live as if you'll die today" ~ James Dean

01-13-2006, 09:32 PM	#88
DW67c10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Jackson, NJ Posts: 64	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style Nice Truck! When all the air is released from your air bags is your crossmember on the ground? I like the look of you drop and what I am trying to figure out is with the front crossmember the ground, the bolt in style notch with offer enough drop for what I am trying to accomplish. Thanks, Dan

01-14-2006, 08:02 PM	#89
n2billet Village Idiot.... Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Rowlett, Texas Posts: 1,833	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style Progress real slow this week due to my work schedule. I did however finish making my fan spacer, installed the radiator and shroud and started mounting the brackets for the alt. and p/s. With any luck I should have the starter and intake painted by the end of next week.....I should have never started this Last edited by n2billet; 10-29-2006 at 10:28 PM.

01-14-2006, 09:23 PM	#90
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style Ah, c'mon buddy hang in there. It's only a small can of worms that you have opened up. I have personally seen you turn a simple project into a much bigger mess before and not think twice about it. I know these days you prefer to talk your dumb butt friends into falling off the deep end with a project. It looks like this time the bug bit you.... Attached Images

01-15-2006, 02:19 AM	#93
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,031	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style Ask & yee shall receive . . .... Attached Images __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

01-15-2006, 02:20 AM	#94
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,031	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style Last one..... kind of hard to see in the pic but the bracket was extended. Attached Images __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.* Last edited by SCOTI; 01-15-2006 at 02:21 AM.

01-15-2006, 05:44 PM	#95
subtle71 Granddad's Ol' Truck Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MS Posts: 588	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style Looks like you guys have been busy. Thanks for keeping us updated! I love that valve cover! Makes me wish I would have kept my 250 rather than swapping out to the new mild 350. Keep us posted! Dean __________________ *1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 short step-side* *2005 GMC Sierra SLT 2500HD crew cab 2wd* [I]1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 Deluxe lwb fleet-side

01-15-2006, 11:52 PM	#96
1000000to1 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Bienfait, Saskatchewan, Canada Posts: 308	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style What will you do with all the extra space under the hood? A guy could probably mount a portable 12 volt cooler to keep the beer cold. __________________ 2013 avalanche 5.3l 1971 Gmc 350 1958 Gmc fleetside

01-19-2006, 12:17 AM	#97
n2billet Village Idiot.... Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Rowlett, Texas Posts: 1,833	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style Made a little progress on the 68. I've spent the last couple nights grinding the intake and exhaust getting them ready for paint and plating. It may not look like much but trust me, those things were rough! The big news is that my wheels came in today! Now all I need to do is get the tires mounted and then the truck can roll again! Last edited by n2billet; 10-29-2006 at 10:28 PM.

01-19-2006, 09:40 AM	#98
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: n2billet's project 68 "Extreme Makeover" hot rod style The manifolds look looks really nice. That exhaust is going to look killer once it's coated. I have wheel envy now. I think it's time for a fresh set on blackie... Attached Images



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