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**CHIZZLER** · 06-13-2010, 11:00 PM

So this frame has been kickin my a**. Got about 8 more brackets and its off to get dipped.stll going back and fourth on what to use in the front. Been looking at jw rod garage mii kit and dans metric crossmember. Still not sure. Jw's kit is complete with air bags for $1780 shipped. Dans crossmember only is $580 shipped. I would think it would easily cost $1100 to get everything else with bags.

Scottshotrods · 06-14-2010, 12:55 AM

The scotts superslam ifs you get more for your dollor when you compare the difference
and you also get the service.
Justin
www.scottshotrods.com

**CHIZZLER** · 06-14-2010, 12:58 AM

I will be calling you this week.thanks for the info

Kabwe · 06-15-2010, 12:24 PM

You have a really nice project to start with. Good luck with her and treat her right. She looks to be in great shape.

1956cameo · 06-16-2010, 12:52 PM

Awesome looking suburban! I have a 54' burb myself, but it is in nowhere near as nice of shape as yours. Can't wait to see more progress; and I am glad to see you are going with IFS versus doing a frame swap. That is a much better route IMO.

**CHIZZLER** · 06-18-2010, 10:26 PM

Well today was the day. Talked to justin down at scotts hot rods for like an hour and ordered a front superslam ifs and rear four bar setup with step notch. He was at the shop after 5:00 still taking care of customers. Thats customer service.will post pics after it gets here in about a week or so. Still knockin out rivets. What a pain in the a**.

**CHIZZLER** · 06-25-2010, 08:41 PM

looking for the wheelbase length for a 53 suburban.can anyone tell me the centerline measurment of the front axle measured off the front of the frame.trying to prep the frame for the ifs kit.

**CHIZZLER** · 06-27-2010, 11:11 PM

Got the frame back from the media blaster.put a coat of rustoleam on it.does anyone know what this crossmember would of been for.this is not the 4 speed crossmember.it was doing nothing.

**CHIZZLER** · 07-01-2010, 05:30 PM

Well i said i would post some pics so here it is.getting ready to start putting everything together.thanks justin (scotts hot rods) everything looks killer.

NONHOG · 07-01-2010, 05:54 PM

Wow your hauling on this build ! Way to go !

**CHIZZLER** · 07-01-2010, 06:15 PM

Thanks ive had the burb for almost 5 weeks now.it will be going to a local hot rod fabricator next week some time.he thinks rolling chassie in a week.

OrrieG · 07-01-2010, 07:44 PM

Looking at the location and it looks like an auto trans (mount on tailshaft) support.

nickp51chevy · 07-02-2010, 12:31 AM

You are moving fast. I had mine '51 for a little over 2 years before I started tearing it down. I couldn't not drive it around until I was ready to build it.

sweet70beast · 07-04-2010, 02:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OrrieG

Looking at the location and it looks like an auto trans (mount on tailshaft) support.

My 50 still has the crossmember and I don't know what it's for because nothing sits on it, other than the frame where it bolts too it doesn't touch anything. If I can remember I snap a pic tomorrow.

**CHIZZLER** · 07-04-2010, 04:33 PM

Well yesterday i took the frame and all the parts down to the fabricator.found a 10 bolt from a 1980 trans am with 3.23 posi with disc brakes.we will start working on it next week.today i started making room for the step notches.found a little rust covered by some bad patch panels.also cleaned up the firewall and took some pedal brackets off.

Scottshotrods · 07-05-2010, 05:28 PM

Danny
You need the Scotts firewall for your truck and to all we have a great forum deal on them as well.Our site has then priced at retail but to anybody intrested e-mail me or
p/m me I will have a deal you cannot pass up.
Justin
justin@scottshotrods.com
www.scottshotrods.com

**CHIZZLER** · 07-05-2010, 05:47 PM

Justin i would be interested in the firewall.any pics.

Scottshotrods · 07-05-2010, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CHIZZLER

Justin i would be interested in the firewall.any pics.

No problem tue am I will take a pic of the firewall in our 50 chevy pick-up in the shop and post it up for you to see.
Justin
www.scottshotrods.com

ratty 46 · 07-05-2010, 10:26 PM

Kick ass project & top notch parts to boot.

Ratty 46

jephs422 · 07-06-2010, 11:38 AM

Here ya go Chizzler. I am pretty sure Justin (correct me if I'm wrong) has this priced at $699.00 retail and I know you guys get a discount off of that. It goes from the the top of the cowl all the way to the floor; it includes the kick panels. The recess can be made custom also for those that want more/less space.

As you can tell, this ones been sitting a bit, LOL.

**CHIZZLER** · 07-06-2010, 09:20 PM

thanks for the pics and the phone call justin. not sure if i need to got that far or just patch the lowers and fill some holes. i will let you know.

**CHIZZLER** · 07-10-2010, 01:33 AM

Got some work done last night. Front is mocked up.starting on the 4 link tomorrow.sorry about the bad pics it was late.

Scottshotrods · 07-10-2010, 11:21 AM

Looking good.
Justin
www.scottshotrods.com

**CHIZZLER** · 07-10-2010, 10:21 PM

More progress.got the notches in.running board brackets are on the ground that puts the running boards about 1" up.added about 4" to the notches to fit the frame ang get a little taller.had to cut a little bit on the inside of the frame for the rack and pinion boots.fits very snug.

1lo67 · 07-11-2010, 12:27 AM

looking good.....man your knocking this thing out

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06-13-2010, 11:00 PM	#101
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find So this frame has been kickin my a**. Got about 8 more brackets and its off to get dipped.stll going back and fourth on what to use in the front. Been looking at jw rod garage mii kit and dans metric crossmember. Still not sure. Jw's kit is complete with air bags for $1780 shipped. Dans crossmember only is $580 shipped. I would think it would easily cost $1100 to get everything else with bags. Attached Images __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

06-14-2010, 12:55 AM	#102
Scottshotrods Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: oxnard ca Posts: 2,201	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find The scotts superslam ifs you get more for your dollor when you compare the difference and you also get the service. Justin www.scottshotrods.com

06-14-2010, 12:58 AM	#103
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find I will be calling you this week.thanks for the info __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

06-15-2010, 12:24 PM	#104
Kabwe Certified Car Nut Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inglewood, California Posts: 3,118	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find You have a really nice project to start with. Good luck with her and treat her right. She looks to be in great shape.

06-16-2010, 12:52 PM	#105
1956cameo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Angleton, TX Posts: 2,219	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find Awesome looking suburban! I have a 54' burb myself, but it is in nowhere near as nice of shape as yours. Can't wait to see more progress; and I am glad to see you are going with IFS versus doing a frame swap. That is a much better route IMO. __________________ I don't always drive trucks; but when I do I prefer Chevy's. Stay driving my friends. '72 blazer 2wd build 67-72 Factory Big Block Registry

06-18-2010, 10:26 PM	#106
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find Well today was the day. Talked to justin down at scotts hot rods for like an hour and ordered a front superslam ifs and rear four bar setup with step notch. He was at the shop after 5:00 still taking care of customers. Thats customer service.will post pics after it gets here in about a week or so. Still knockin out rivets. What a pain in the a**. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

06-25-2010, 08:41 PM	#107
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find looking for the wheelbase length for a 53 suburban.can anyone tell me the centerline measurment of the front axle measured off the front of the frame.trying to prep the frame for the ifs kit. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

06-27-2010, 11:11 PM	#108
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find Got the frame back from the media blaster.put a coat of rustoleam on it.does anyone know what this crossmember would of been for.this is not the 4 speed crossmember.it was doing nothing. Attached Images __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

07-01-2010, 05:30 PM	#109
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find Well i said i would post some pics so here it is.getting ready to start putting everything together.thanks justin (scotts hot rods) everything looks killer. Attached Images __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

07-01-2010, 05:54 PM	#110
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,458	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find Wow your hauling on this build ! Way to go ! __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

07-01-2010, 06:15 PM	#111
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find Thanks ive had the burb for almost 5 weeks now.it will be going to a local hot rod fabricator next week some time.he thinks rolling chassie in a week. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

07-01-2010, 07:44 PM	#112
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find Looking at the location and it looks like an auto trans (mount on tailshaft) support. __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

07-02-2010, 12:31 AM	#113
nickp51chevy Registered Chevy Owner Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Snohomish, wa Posts: 1,557	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find You are moving fast. I had mine '51 for a little over 2 years before I started tearing it down. I couldn't not drive it around until I was ready to build it. __________________ Love is fleeting, but Chevy trucks are forever!!!! 1970 Chevy CST C10 long box 350/400 2008 Chevy Silverado short box 4x4 Had; 1951 Chevy short box 307/T5 1988 Chevy shot box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C20 long box 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 350/350

07-04-2010, 04:33 PM	#115
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find Well yesterday i took the frame and all the parts down to the fabricator.found a 10 bolt from a 1980 trans am with 3.23 posi with disc brakes.we will start working on it next week.today i started making room for the step notches.found a little rust covered by some bad patch panels.also cleaned up the firewall and took some pedal brackets off. Attached Images __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

07-05-2010, 05:28 PM	#116
Scottshotrods Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: oxnard ca Posts: 2,201	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find Danny You need the Scotts firewall for your truck and to all we have a great forum deal on them as well.Our site has then priced at retail but to anybody intrested e-mail me or p/m me I will have a deal you cannot pass up. Justin justin@scottshotrods.com www.scottshotrods.com



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07-05-2010, 05:47 PM	#117
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find Justin i would be interested in the firewall.any pics. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

07-05-2010, 10:26 PM	#119
ratty 46 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Atlanta, Ga. Posts: 1,104	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find Kick ass project & top notch parts to boot. Ratty 46

07-06-2010, 11:38 AM	#120
jephs422 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Oxnard CA Posts: 301	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find Here ya go Chizzler. I am pretty sure Justin (correct me if I'm wrong) has this priced at $699.00 retail and I know you guys get a discount off of that. It goes from the the top of the cowl all the way to the floor; it includes the kick panels. The recess can be made custom also for those that want more/less space. As you can tell, this ones been sitting a bit, LOL. __________________ Jeff Savaglio Scott's Hotrods Oxnard CA 93030

07-06-2010, 09:20 PM	#121
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find thanks for the pics and the phone call justin. not sure if i need to got that far or just patch the lowers and fill some holes. i will let you know. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

07-10-2010, 01:33 AM	#122
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find Got some work done last night. Front is mocked up.starting on the 4 link tomorrow.sorry about the bad pics it was late. Attached Images __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

07-10-2010, 11:21 AM	#123
Scottshotrods Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: oxnard ca Posts: 2,201	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find Looking good. Justin www.scottshotrods.com

07-10-2010, 10:21 PM	#124
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find More progress.got the notches in.running board brackets are on the ground that puts the running boards about 1" up.added about 4" to the notches to fit the frame ang get a little taller.had to cut a little bit on the inside of the frame for the rack and pinion boots.fits very snug. Attached Images __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

07-11-2010, 12:27 AM	#125
1lo67 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Morristown, Tn Posts: 275	Re: 53 BURBAN barn find looking good.....man your knocking this thing out.

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