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Bennett68C10 · 08-22-2016, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco

...but if I'm gonna go to all the trouble, why not go all the way...

been there twice now, at least on my current build I decided to go all the way from the start.

STOCKISH · 08-22-2016, 09:38 AM

Looks killer man
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gringoloco · 09-14-2016, 10:13 AM

Well, after a bunch of hemming and hawing, the suspension decision has been made. I sold the SV1000 this past weekend and put the money toward a PB touring front and NL coilover rear (with some minor personal tweaks--great vendors both!). Planning on using the Ridetech single adjustable "HQ" series on all four corners.

This plan will put me at (or near) my current ride height, but with hopefully improved steering, handling, and ride quality. It should also leave room to adjust down approximately another inch, if I decide later that I want to be lower ...and I can always do a PB body drop if I just gotta have that extra .75". For now, we'll see just how easy of a "bolt-on" these will be

**Palf70Step** · 09-14-2016, 06:07 PM

Looking forward to your work on that ole pickemup.

gringoloco · 09-19-2016, 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Palf70Step

Looking forward to your work on that ole pickemup.

Blazer is getting some attention while I wait for parts, which, thanks to shores6 are already beginning to show up

mcbassin · 09-19-2016, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco

Blazer is getting some attention while I wait for parts, which, thanks to shores6 are already beginning to show up

Very nice!

gringoloco · 09-19-2016, 08:32 PM

...and some unexpected NL boxes:

Gus350 · 09-20-2016, 05:20 PM

Very nice truck I love this build. When you changed to the longer Dorman wheel studs did you end up having to use a longer or deeper lug nut. Thanks.
I'm in the same boat with my Boss 338 and rear disc I'm getting about 5-6 turns to tite.

Thanks Kevin

shores6 · 09-20-2016, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco

Blazer is getting some attention while I wait for parts, which, thanks to shores6 are already beginning to show up

Can't wait to see the new setup!

gringoloco · 09-21-2016, 01:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Gus350

Very nice truck I love this build. When you changed to the longer Dorman wheel studs did you end up having to use a longer or deeper lug nut. Thanks.
I'm in the same boat with my Boss 338 and rear disc I'm getting about 5-6 turns to tite.

Thanks Kevin

Thanks! Same lug nuts, though I did have to enlarge the holes in the axle to fit the studs.

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Originally Posted by shores6

Can't wait to see the new setup!

Me too! All of the NoLimit stuff is here already--received the rear coilovers today. Now just waiting on the PB crossmember and arms. Still need to figure out what rack I want to use. I've been advised that the quick ratio (2.5 turns) is too twitchy with the dropmember. Dave suggests using the standard 3.0 turns version, which was offered on 4-cylinder Mustangs. I've got an idea to use the 03-04 Cobra rack, as it's basically the pinnacle of the Mustang II/Fox rack design, with tight, crisp feel, but I definitely don't want the twitchiness.

mcbassin · 09-21-2016, 08:11 AM

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Me too! All of the NoLimit stuff is here already--received the rear coilovers today. Now just waiting on the PB crossmember and arms. Still need to figure out what rack I want to use. I've been advised that the quick ratio (2.5 turns) is too twitchy with the dropmember. Dave suggests using the standard 3.0 turns version, which was offered on 4-cylinder Mustangs. I've got an idea to use the 03-04 Cobra rack, as it's basically the pinnacle of the Mustang II/Fox rack design, with tight, crisp feel, but I definitely don't want the twitchiness.
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I'm going to follow this upgrade closely. It sounds very similar to what I "think" I may want to do to my truck. I would love to do these exact upgrades to my truck.

gringoloco · 09-21-2016, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by mcbassin

I'm going to follow this upgrade closely. It sound very similar to what I "think" I may want to do to my truck. I would love to do these exact upgrades to my truck.

I don't mind being the guinea pig--hopefully it turns out like I have it in my brain. Overall, the cost is comparable to buying a full Hotchkis setup, with the benefit of height adjustability (to a degree). Adjustable shocks, tube arms, and rack could be considered upgrades above what the Hotchkis kit offers.

Ideally, this is a bolt-in affair, with little 'custom' work required. For me, I know going in I'll have to do some exhaust work to get around the new panhard and I may end up shortening my steering column (not required, personal preference). Unknown possibles include driveshaft, H-pipe, cooling fan, high-hump, and pretty much everything else.

gringoloco · 09-27-2016, 07:56 PM

Boxes are piling up

NewType72 · 09-27-2016, 09:08 PM

Oooooooohhh me likey boxes!

Rochlow · 09-27-2016, 09:59 PM

Ohhhh hheeeyy!! Tuning in! You got my attention again!

gringoloco · 09-28-2016, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by NewType72

Oooooooohhh me likey boxes!

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Originally Posted by Rochlow

Ohhhh hheeeyy!! Tuning in! You got my attention again!

Pretty excited here, too! Unfortunately, it's gonna have to wait until the Blazer is back together, as the bed currently looks like this:

gringoloco · 10-02-2016, 09:08 PM

I am in love with the stance of this truck:

Love can be a dangerous (and wonderful and expensive) thing...

**Palf70Step** · 10-02-2016, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco

Love is a dangerous thing...

Yep

C10_ustacould · 10-02-2016, 09:39 PM

That truck is Bad A$$, any info on it?

gringoloco · 10-03-2016, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by C10_ustacould

That truck is Bad A$$, any info on it?

Check out @terry_14_rose on IG. Pretty sure it debuted at Columbus GG and has been making the rounds. Built by strangemotion in TN.

crazycrew · 10-05-2016, 12:54 PM

WOW!!! Just read this entire thread. Amazing job on this truck. Hopefully I can build one almost like it when I find one!!

mcbassin · 10-05-2016, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco

I am in love with the stance of this truck:

Love can be a dangerous (and wonderful and expensive) thing...

I love the stance of this truck too!

I looked it over closely at GG in Fort Worth. Very very nice! Everything is so clean too.

gringoloco · 10-05-2016, 07:47 PM

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Originally Posted by crazycrew

WOW!!! Just read this entire thread. Amazing job on this truck. Hopefully I can build one almost like it when I find one!!

Thanks for taking the time! Nice trucks are out there, keep looking. I waited a long time to get mine--always wanted one. I've had this one now almost 12 years and it has changed a lot in that time. Not done yet, stay tuned!

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Originally Posted by mcbassin

I love the stance of this truck too!

I looked it over closely at GG in Fort Worth. Very very nice! Everything is so clean too.

It looks to be really well done--very simple and sanitary. I'm not a big fan of the ducktail, but to each his own...

Stance-wise, I just confirmed order of a level 2, version 7, coilover DM (instead of the mild I was originally planning on), which should get me adjustable between 6 and 7" under the front cab mount (I'm at about 7.5" now)

gringoloco · 10-06-2016, 05:46 PM

That Dave Porter sure knows how to get my pulse racing...

**lolife99** · 10-06-2016, 06:11 PM

Follow @tre5customs on Instagram. He's building a 67-72 Porterbuilt coil over truck for a customer. He's pretty good about posting lots of pics.

08-22-2016, 09:38 AM	#1177
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Looks killer man Posted via Mobile Device __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

09-14-2016, 10:13 AM	#1178
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,921	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Well, after a bunch of hemming and hawing, the suspension decision has been made. I sold the SV1000 this past weekend and put the money toward a PB touring front and NL coilover rear (with some minor personal tweaks--great vendors both!). Planning on using the Ridetech single adjustable "HQ" series on all four corners. This plan will put me at (or near) my current ride height, but with hopefully improved steering, handling, and ride quality. It should also leave room to adjust down approximately another inch, if I decide later that I want to be lower ...and I can always do a PB body drop if I just gotta have that extra .75". For now, we'll see just how easy of a "bolt-on" these will be __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy

09-14-2016, 06:07 PM	#1179
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,090	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Looking forward to your work on that ole pickemup. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

09-19-2016, 08:32 PM	#1182
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,921	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ...and some unexpected NL boxes: Attached Images __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy

09-20-2016, 05:20 PM	#1183
Gus350 68 C 10 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Advance ,Mo Posts: 554	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Very nice truck I love this build. When you changed to the longer Dorman wheel studs did you end up having to use a longer or deeper lug nut. Thanks. I'm in the same boat with my Boss 338 and rear disc I'm getting about 5-6 turns to tite. Thanks Kevin __________________ Kevin "Life is Hard But its Harder when your Stupid" John Wayne 68 C10 70 C20 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?t=602326#

09-27-2016, 07:56 PM	#1188
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,921	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Boxes are piling up Attached Images __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy

09-27-2016, 09:08 PM	#1189
NewType72 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: turlock Posts: 2,177	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Oooooooohhh me likey boxes! __________________ Project NewType 1972 Chevy C/10 Cheyenne Super ( Daily Driven Showtruck ) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=507903 Project Great Grandpa's Legacy 1973 Chevy C/10 Cheyenne ( Current daily driver collecting big time parts ) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...89#post7084289 - Dylan (209)-985-7721

09-27-2016, 09:59 PM	#1190
Rochlow Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: St. Albans, Vt Posts: 2,520	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Ohhhh hheeeyy!! Tuning in! You got my attention again! __________________ ///Relaxed Atmosphere

10-02-2016, 09:08 PM	#1192
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,921	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 I am in love with the stance of this truck: Love can be a dangerous (and wonderful and expensive) thing... Attached Images __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy Last edited by gringoloco; 10-03-2016 at 12:36 AM.

10-02-2016, 09:39 PM	#1194
C10_ustacould A day late and $1 short... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northwest FL Posts: 3,877	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 That truck is Bad A$$, any info on it? __________________ Buck Instagram: C10_ustacould 1963 SWB Fleet Side 528 Desert Beige Milly 1967 SWB Step Side 506 Medium Blue The Old Girl 1968 SWB Fleet Side 503 Light Green Ellie SOLD 1965 SWB Fleet Side 507 Light Blue Prescription Strength SOLD 1971 SWB Fleet Side 521 White Shiro SOLD 1968 SWB Step Side 503 Light Green My Old Farm Truck SOLD

10-05-2016, 12:54 PM	#1196
crazycrew Registered User Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Vacherie, LA Posts: 30	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 WOW!!! Just read this entire thread. Amazing job on this truck. Hopefully I can build one almost like it when I find one!! __________________ Brooks -- South Louisiana 2004 Tahoe, DD Currently on the prowl for that right C10 project https://www.facebook.com/brooks.landry.1 IG : brolandry

10-06-2016, 05:46 PM	#1199
gringoloco A guy with a truck Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Germany, for now Posts: 5,921	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 That Dave Porter sure knows how to get my pulse racing... Attached Images __________________ -Chris Instagram _elgringoloco_ '70 Short-Wide How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 ‘70 Blazer ConversionHow To: Ruin a Perfectly Good 4wd '72 Highlander How To: Ruin a Perfectly Good K/5 (SOLD) '72 Blazer 2WD How to: Ruin a perfectly good Blazer (SOLD) '05 Yukon Daily Driven (not so stock) Yukon (SOLD) ‘07 Yukon Denali (daily) Members met list: SCOTI, darkhorse970, 67cheby, 67cheby'sGirl, klmore, porterbuilt, n2billet, Fastrucken, classicchev, Col Clank, GSFMECH, HuggerCST, Spray-Bomb, BACKYARD88, 5150, fine69, fatbass, smbrouss70, 65StreetCruiser, GAc10boy

10-06-2016, 06:11 PM	#1200
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10 Follow @tre5customs on Instagram. He's building a 67-72 Porterbuilt coil over truck for a customer. He's pretty good about posting lots of pics. Attached Images __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823



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