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bundeber · 04-11-2011, 12:34 PM

Trim dilemma... Couldn't you just measure up from the top edge of your trim on the bottom? If you can locate the lower molding via body line, you should be able to line up the top trim with an even measurement from the molding that you can place on the doors. That should give you a correct measurement for the whole truck shouldn't it? Maybe you just have to be there to see it. By the way, how's the headliner coming?

drewskiren · 04-11-2011, 01:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 70truckguy

You might want to put a screen under the cowl before you put it back on. I think I got mine from classic parts or LMC. It's very tiring digging soured leaves out of there every Spring.

It is on the list to buy, just hadn't yet.

drewskiren · 04-11-2011, 01:40 PM

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Originally Posted by fencepost

Your work is great. is't there supposed to be a flap or some type of cover over the fresh air intake in the cowl? it's been a while but I remmeber having cars come in with water leaks and some times the flaper would stick or have trash around it and would not fully close. What keeps water from going down that opening and into the cab?

No flap, just gravity and diverters for the water. It is like a curb around the opening and my plastic overhead piece.

drewskiren · 04-11-2011, 04:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bundeber

Trim dilemma... Couldn't you just measure up from the top edge of your trim on the bottom? If you can locate the lower molding via body line, you should be able to line up the top trim with an even measurement from the molding that you can place on the doors. That should give you a correct measurement for the whole truck shouldn't it? Maybe you just have to be there to see it. By the way, how's the headliner coming?

I'm just not 100% certain the top trim stays level. The body line and the bottom trim move up in the front and don't line up - but the wheel opening separates them so you don't really notice. Since my reference changes, I feel safer putting it all together and pulling a string to line it up.

No headway on the headliner yet.

drewskiren · 04-11-2011, 08:38 PM

I just ran across this link to my green truck that I bought in California. Kinda funny.

http://jalbum.net/browse/user/album/...917xckoswonmlv

Cameron 1137 · 04-11-2011, 09:19 PM

did you ever end up using any of the green truck for the build, or is it still on one piece?

drewskiren · 04-12-2011, 09:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Cameron 1137

did you ever end up using any of the green truck for the build, or is it still on one piece?

This green truck is where my perfect bed came from. I sold the truck with a replacement bed to a guy in Kentucky.

VA72C10 · 04-12-2011, 12:09 PM

I keep thinking there's an update

drewskiren · 04-12-2011, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by VA72C10

I keep thinking there's an update

Nope.

JasonBird · 04-12-2011, 07:46 PM

Awwww Drew....now you're playin' with our heads!

drewskiren · 04-12-2011, 08:55 PM

I am making preparations to go to the Pigeon Forge Spring Grand Rod Run. A research trip if you will. Does that count for anything?

**thelonerife** · 04-12-2011, 09:18 PM

Take all the time you need. Then come back and show us what you come up with lol. Have a good time most of all.

JasonBird · 04-12-2011, 09:18 PM

[QUOTE=Pigeon Forge Spring Grand Rod Run.[/QUOTE]

can anybody say that three times fast? i could barely read it! LMAO

*87 chevy silverado* · 04-12-2011, 09:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drewskiren

I am making preparations to go to the Pigeon Forge Spring Grand Rod Run. A research trip if you will. Does that count for anything?

i love that place

70LonghornCST · 04-12-2011, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by drewskiren

I am making preparations to go to the Pigeon Forge Spring Grand Rod Run. A research trip if you will. Does that count for anything?

Aw, man! It's like the end of the season of your favorite show. Well, see you next season.

By the way, have a great time

drewskiren · 04-12-2011, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by 70LonghornCST

Aw, man! It's like the end of the season of your favorite show. Well, see you next season.

By the way, have a great time

I didn't say I was done for the week yet!

drewskiren · 04-12-2011, 10:25 PM

I have been doing a little more research on my engine and found a Car Craft article about the best flowing exhaust manifolds for LS engines.

http://www.carcraft.com/techarticles.../photo_03.html

I don't want headers for many reasons - cost, heat, noise, poor quality, etc. and after reading this article I am totally sold on these 2004 -2006 GTO LS1 manifolds. The article calls them Corvette manifolds, but is wrong if you look at the ones pictured - they do mention once they are from a GTO. Anyway, they are within 3 or 4 HP and torque of headers, and 9 HP and Torque better than the next best factory exhaust manifold, Camaro style. I am sure the truck ones I have are probably a little worse than that. I'm on the hunt now for some GTO take offs. Maybe $30 to $50 bucks. Way less than headers and nearly the same performance. Hoping they will fit.

Looks like I may have to do my exhaust a third time! It won't be too bad though.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 04-12-2011, 10:47 PM

Hey drew on the screen under the cowl... I used an old satellite dish mesh cut to fit it was cheap and easy..

gringoloco · 04-12-2011, 11:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drewskiren

...I am totally sold on these 2004 -2006 GTO LS1 manifolds...

Looks like there may be major engine mount/frame interference issues. Have you looked into the TBSS manifolds? Seem like they'd be a better fit.

drewskiren · 04-12-2011, 11:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72

Hey drew on the screen under the cowl... I used an old satellite dish mesh cut to fit it was cheap and easy..

Nice tip.

drewskiren · 04-12-2011, 11:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gringoloco

Looks like there may be major engine mount/frame interference issues. Have you looked into the TBSS manifolds? Seem like they'd be a better fit.

Yes, I am a little worried they may not work, but I am really interested in trying.

**LEEVON** · 04-13-2011, 12:57 AM

Drew, I have a set of the GTO manifolds, 04-06 I believe. I'm not proof positive on the fit but I've seen a set in one of these trucks. They're just holding the floor down right now...and I'd love to have a part that came from my stash on this truck!

PM me if you're interested.

drewskiren · 04-13-2011, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LEEVON

Drew, I have a set of the GTO manifolds, 04-06 I believe. I'm not proof positive on the fit but I've seen a set in one of these trucks. They're just holding the floor down right now...and I'd love to have a part that came from my stash on this truck!

PM me if you're interested.

Man yeah! I want 'em, Paypal you for the shipping?

drewskiren · 04-13-2011, 06:47 PM

I'm going to add some pictures later

Didn't want a whole page with no pictures.

maynardtruckin · 04-13-2011, 06:58 PM

why latter? We want them now! LOL

04-11-2011, 12:34 PM	#1176
bundeber Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Cody, WY Posts: 292	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Trim dilemma... Couldn't you just measure up from the top edge of your trim on the bottom? If you can locate the lower molding via body line, you should be able to line up the top trim with an even measurement from the molding that you can place on the doors. That should give you a correct measurement for the whole truck shouldn't it? Maybe you just have to be there to see it. By the way, how's the headliner coming?

04-11-2011, 08:38 PM	#1180
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. I just ran across this link to my green truck that I bought in California. Kinda funny. http://jalbum.net/browse/user/album/...917xckoswonmlv __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!

04-11-2011, 09:19 PM	#1181
Cameron 1137 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Pittsfield, Ma Posts: 497	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. did you ever end up using any of the green truck for the build, or is it still on one piece? __________________ Cam 1972 Chevy C/10 "Custom Cruiser Project" Build Thread 1961 Olds Super 88 (Daily) 1966 Chevy Corvair 500, "Marigold" SOLD 2005 Subaru Outback Wagon DEAD 2008 Pontiac G8, New Winter/Daily

04-12-2011, 12:09 PM	#1183
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. I keep thinking there's an update __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

04-12-2011, 07:46 PM	#1185
JasonBird '67 C-10 LWB Driver Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Andover, Kansas Posts: 380	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Awwww Drew....now you're playin' with our heads! __________________ '67 C-10 LWB - My Build Thread '67 C-20 LWB - My Donor/ Parts truck - SOLD! '92 GMC SAFARI VAN - My Parts Go Getter '06 KIA SPORTAGE EX - My Commuter "All of this crap better make a truck!" - my wife Sue. Proud U.S.M.C. Dad!

04-12-2011, 08:55 PM	#1186
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. I am making preparations to go to the Pigeon Forge Spring Grand Rod Run. A research trip if you will. Does that count for anything? __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife!

04-12-2011, 09:18 PM	#1187
thelonerife Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Clarksville TN 37043 Posts: 8,702	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Take all the time you need. Then come back and show us what you come up with lol. Have a good time most of all. __________________ Chuck 68swb Fleetside build ''Choncho'' http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374892 My trailer redo http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...69#post5893869 Chuy my 59 bug http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653798 Putnam 87 GMC Shop truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707687

04-12-2011, 09:18 PM	#1188
JasonBird '67 C-10 LWB Driver Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Andover, Kansas Posts: 380	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. [QUOTE=Pigeon Forge Spring Grand Rod Run.[/QUOTE] can anybody say that three times fast? i could barely read it! LMAO __________________ '67 C-10 LWB - My Build Thread '67 C-20 LWB - My Donor/ Parts truck - SOLD! '92 GMC SAFARI VAN - My Parts Go Getter '06 KIA SPORTAGE EX - My Commuter "All of this crap better make a truck!" - my wife Sue. Proud U.S.M.C. Dad!

04-12-2011, 10:25 PM	#1192
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. I have been doing a little more research on my engine and found a Car Craft article about the best flowing exhaust manifolds for LS engines. http://www.carcraft.com/techarticles.../photo_03.html I don't want headers for many reasons - cost, heat, noise, poor quality, etc. and after reading this article I am totally sold on these 2004 -2006 GTO LS1 manifolds. The article calls them Corvette manifolds, but is wrong if you look at the ones pictured - they do mention once they are from a GTO. Anyway, they are within 3 or 4 HP and torque of headers, and 9 HP and Torque better than the next best factory exhaust manifold, Camaro style. I am sure the truck ones I have are probably a little worse than that. I'm on the hunt now for some GTO take offs. Maybe $30 to $50 bucks. Way less than headers and nearly the same performance. Hoping they will fit. Looks like I may have to do my exhaust a third time! It won't be too bad though. Attached Images __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife! Last edited by drewskiren; 04-12-2011 at 11:18 PM.

04-12-2011, 10:47 PM	#1193
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Hey drew on the screen under the cowl... I used an old satellite dish mesh cut to fit it was cheap and easy.. __________________ 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..

04-13-2011, 12:57 AM	#1197
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. Drew, I have a set of the GTO manifolds, 04-06 I believe. I'm not proof positive on the fit but I've seen a set in one of these trucks. They're just holding the floor down right now...and I'd love to have a part that came from my stash on this truck! PM me if you're interested. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids Last edited by LEEVON; 04-13-2011 at 01:00 AM.

04-13-2011, 06:47 PM	#1199
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. I'm going to add some pictures later Didn't want a whole page with no pictures. __________________ Drew YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Finished with MAJOR Surgery - IT'S ALIVE!!!) The Bride is currently under the knife! Last edited by drewskiren; 04-13-2011 at 11:19 PM.

04-13-2011, 06:58 PM	#1200
maynardtruckin Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Falcon \ Colorado Posts: 193	Re: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN The truck Chevrolet should have built. why latter? We want them now! LOL __________________ Chris 67 c10 swb build in progress 70 c10 lwb driver pending parts for drastic overhaul 70 c20 lwb parts truck for above mentioned drastic overhaul 71 k20 lwb building for off road use and towing



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