My 84 CC Dually mod thread - there will be plenty of pics

[502ss]

Originally Posted by madcow75

I was thinking of a suburban tank myself. You must have removed the inboard shocks as they are in the way? Where did you move them?

The rear shock clears the tank.
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[bharrison1]

Amazon.com: Smart Eraser Pad with Drill Adaptor...you can use one of these to remove all that adhesive from where you removed the trim i have used em they work great just fyi

[502ss]

Originally Posted by bharrison1

Amazon.com: Smart Eraser Pad with Drill Adaptor Arbor: Automotive
you can use one of these to remove all that adhesive from where you removed the trim i have used em they work great just fyi

Thanks man! I might just have to pick one of those up!
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[502ss]

Some updates....

- modified original crossmember to be used as rear tank mount
- a bunch of cutting and welding
- decided to not c-notch the frame at this time. I will see how the truck rides this summer and if I find it bottoming out then next winter I will yank the bed again and install the c-notch
- tank should be mounted tomorrow












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[cochino12]

Damn you are making some good progress! Its looking great. Looks like you know what you are doing but I can't see why you wouldn't notch it now? Beds already off why mess with it later? Anyway I'm liking the project!
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[502ss]

Originally Posted by cochino12

Damn you are making some good progress! Its looking great. Looks like you know what you are doing but I can't see why you wouldn't notch it now? Beds already off why mess with it later? Anyway I'm liking the project!
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Thanks man! What it comes down to is I need some time to research and design a c-notch that will not weaken the overall strength of the frame. I am towing a 10,000lb. boat with 800lb. of tongue weight and I really don't want any problems. If I find the axle bottoms out then it will be next winters project where I will design my own c-notch in CAD software and then run some structural analysis against the design to make sure the frame doesn't lose any of it's integrity!
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[cochino12]

Originally Posted by 502ss

Thanks man! What it comes down to is I need some time to research and design a c-notch that will not weaken the overall strength of the frame. I am towing a 10,000lb. boat with 800lb. of tongue weight and I really don't want any problems. If I find the axle bottoms out then it will be next winters project where I will design my own c-notch in CAD software and then run some structural analysis against the design to make sure the frame doesn't lose any of it's integrity!
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well thats a pretty damn good reason.

[502ss]

Originally Posted by cochino12

well thats a pretty damn good reason.

I thought so too
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[1tonchevy]

Great progress trucks looking very nice!

[502ss]

Tanks mounted....








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[502ss]

Decided to tackle the hinged tail light door for the hidden gas fill. I have about 5 hours in the build. It's pretty close, I have some small adjustments to make and then pretty everything up but it's functional! Next will be to start building the custom filler neck!










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[cochino12]

filler is going to be cool. Please slow down with all the work you are making me feel like I get nothing done haha
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[502ss]

Some more....










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[1tonchevy]

That filler cap is a great looking piece great work!

Question. On your rear shackle and hanger kit whats with the home on the hanger you made just a lil more drop or alignment issues?

Reason i ask is i'm in the process of buying the same rear kit.

[502ss]

Originally Posted by 1tonchevy

That filler cap is a great looking piece great work!

Question. On your rear shackle and hanger kit whats with the home on the hanger you made just a lil more drop or alignment issues?

Reason i ask is i'm in the process of buying the same rear kit.

Thanks!

Yes I drilled the second hole to gain a little more drop. I was able to move the hole up 1.25" which gave me another 5/8" at the axle. Every little bit helps
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[502ss]

Originally Posted by cochino12

filler is going to be cool. Please slow down with all the work you are making me feel like I get nothing done haha
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Hahaha, spring will be here soon enough and I will need the truck for towing the boat. I haven't even started on the engine!
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[1tonchevy]

Originally Posted by 502ss

Thanks!

Yes I drilled the second hole to gain a little more drop. I was able to move the hole up 1.25" which gave me another 5/8" at the axle. Every little bit helps
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How much longer till we get to see the bed on the truck? lol i want to see what the drop looks like on the whole truck (so i know what mine will look like )

[SCOTI]

Nice progress on the filler. What wheels/tires are you planning to run?

[502ss]

Originally Posted by 1tonchevy

How much longer till we get to see the bed on the truck? lol i want to see what the drop looks like on the whole truck (so i know what mine will look like )

I am hoping to put the bed on in a couple weeks! I can't wait to see what it looks like!
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[502ss]

Originally Posted by SCOTI

Nice progress on the filler. What wheels/tires are you planning to run?

These are the wheels I am thinking about. I plan to run a 245/40 or 45 tire. I need to have Tennessee wheel & tire price me out a package. With the wheels milled down to 19.




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[SCOTI]

Yeah, I checked those out & like them too (except for that dang logo across the c.cap).

[Hart_Rod]

Cool project and nice hinge!

[1tonchevy]

What size are your front tires? and any issues? Sorry to be a bother with a 101 Questions. just looking at what i'm getting into

[502ss]

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Cool project and nice hinge!

Thanks to another member of the forum for providing me the part number of the hinge he used.....LOL
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[502ss]

Originally Posted by 1tonchevy

What size are your front tires? and any issues? Sorry to be a bother with a 101 Questions. just looking at what i'm getting into

I am running a stock tire (235/85-16) but I will be upgrading to a 19" rim this spring. Right now the lower control arm is the lowest point of the truck so this has to change. In addition I am not sure if the 235/85 would rub on the front fenders. I will try to get a picture of the inside wheel well.

In regards to the 101 questions, don't worry about it! That what these forums are for. I am more than happy to provide any assistance I can
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