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**youngrodder** · 02-16-2021, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by layinrocker65

Looks great

Thank you

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Originally Posted by Tempest67

D'Oh ! not sure why, but don't let this happen to your door switch

OUCH!! I had similar ones on my 48 and had no issues. I'm guessing it needed to be adjusted more so it didn't stick out as far from the door opening. Looks like it caught the edge and folded it over.

Marc

Tempest67 · 02-16-2021, 04:56 PM

ya, I think you are right, it sticks out too far.

The funny thing is it still works fine.

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-12-2021, 01:09 PM

I really like the LED upgrade! I added 3rd brake lights to the cargo lamp on my 72 and now wish I would have done something like this for the cargo lamp. Did you add the frosted finish to the lens? I've been wondering id media blasting them is a sufficient way to accomplish that?

**youngrodder** · 02-12-2021, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

I really like the LED upgrade! I added 3rd brake lights to the cargo lamp on my 72 and now wish I would have done something like this for the cargo lamp. Did you add the frosted finish to the lens? I've been wondering id media blasting them is a sufficient way to accomplish that?

Ryan

Thanks mam.....
No the lens is frosted from the factory. It's an OEM glass lens. They sell rattle can paint to add a frosted look. I bet you could spray the inside of the lens. That way it would still look glossy from the outside. LED's don't put out any heat so I bet it would hold up fine and might be a better option than blasting the lens. Just keep applying light coats to get the desired amount of frosting.

Just a thought (outside the box)

Marc

**youngrodder** · 02-13-2021, 10:53 PM

On Friday night I started fitting and working on my lower dash panel my friend Zach made for me. The first picture I taped on the AC vents to get an idea of placement. I then cut in holes for the vents as well as the AC controller as well as the wiper and light switches. This is the last part that needed to be modified before I get it painted to match the rest of the dash.

As a refresher this panel is the reason I cut my dashboard straight across on the bottom. I did something very similar on my 48. I like to utilize this lower panel to keep the main dash free of switches and knobs....

Thanks
Marc

**8man** · 02-14-2021, 10:20 AM

Very nice look on the dash.

**oldman3** · 02-14-2021, 10:24 AM

Marc, looks good, like the placement...Jim

**youngrodder** · 02-14-2021, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 8man

Very nice look on the dash.

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Originally Posted by oldman3

Marc, looks good, like the placement...Jim

Thanks guys....

Marc

layinrocker65 · 02-14-2021, 12:57 PM

Looks great

6DoF · 02-24-2021, 09:24 AM

damn that is sharp, and that fat fender controller mount is perfect!

6DoF · 02-24-2021, 09:38 AM

for future DIYing ... i think i found the hinge they are using.

https://www.hingeoutlet.com/collecti...31316403290248

**youngrodder** · 02-24-2021, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by 6DoF

damn that is sharp, and that fat fender controller mount is perfect!

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Originally Posted by 6DoF

for future DIYing ... i think i found the hinge they are using.

https://www.hingeoutlet.com/collecti...31316403290248

Thanks..I don't mind paying money for someone else's R&D. They 3D print the end that mount to the dash as well as the end that holds the Accuair controller. They also offer these for people with Airlift controllers. I think I pad $50.00 (if my memory serves more correctly)

Thanks

Marc

6DoF · 02-24-2021, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by youngrodder

Thanks..I don't mind paying money for someone else's R&D. They 3D print the end that mount to the dash as well as the end that holds the Accuair controller. They also offer these for people with Airlift controllers. I think I pad $50.00 (if my memory serves more correctly)

Thanks

Marc

i noticed the printed dash pc, but missed that they also included the controller adapter. all-in, i would agree that's probably money well spent for the time. you're obviously not afraid to get your hands dirty though, think of all the other stuff you could make pop out from under the dash!

**youngrodder** · 02-24-2021, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by 6DoF

i noticed the printed dash pc, but missed that they also included the controller adapter. all-in, i would agree that's probably money well spent for the time. you're obviously not afraid to get your hands dirty though, think of all the other stuff you could make pop out from under the dash!

Funny I had plans for other stuff with this lower dash but I'm out of room. I think I maxed out the real estate with (4) A/C vents, the A/C and heat controller, the wiper and light switches along with the ignition and Accuair controller. I was working on some cool swing out cup holders but there is no room. I will solve my cup holders another way. If I didn't use the original seat springs I would have sunk them into the cushions.

Marc

lower50's · 02-24-2021, 09:14 PM

That's a slick mount! It will also be a great security device with it hidden like that.

**oldman3** · 04-14-2021, 09:42 AM

Look good Marc, like the wheels...Jim

Tempest67 · 04-14-2021, 09:53 AM

Yes, I like the wheels too.

The way each spoke is rounded and raised , looks like a modern version of Pontiac Rally 2 wheels.

jocww · 04-14-2021, 11:55 AM

love it

**youngrodder** · 04-14-2021, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Tempest67

great work, as always.

Thanks for posting

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Originally Posted by Tempest67

Yes, I like the wheels too.

The way each spoke is rounded and raised , looks like a modern version of Pontiac Rally 2 wheels.

Yeah someone on my IG made a similar comment. Thanks

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Originally Posted by oldman3

Look good Marc, like the wheels...Jim

Thanks Jim, I received tracking info on them this afternoon. They are on the way

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Originally Posted by jocww

love it

Thank you

lower50's · 04-15-2021, 09:50 AM

When I upgrade my gauges that I don't like I am buying DD

**youngrodder** · 04-15-2021, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by lower50's

When I upgrade my gauges that I don't like I am buying DD

Check with me later. I recently learned that in order for your gears to display correctly you have to purchase a $110.00 added module. I learned from DD tech that the necessary info "may or may not" pull correctly from the ECU and send it to the BIM module I was told to purchase. They can't tell you what ECU's will or won't pull the necessary data. So I spend close to $1,900 (including the BIM) for these gauges. So essentially I wasted $100 buying a BIM module (that did not work that I'm now stuck with) and I needed to purchase another module GSS-3000 to display the gear.

I emailed with the president of DD to explain my frustration with the gauges limitations vs the cost.. According to him they work fine out of the box if you have a carbureted engine with a turbo 350 trans. Um, I'm not really sure who would run that combo and use these high-tech gauges.

Can you tell I soured on DD??

Marc

6DoF · 04-19-2021, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by youngrodder

Can you tell I soured on DD??

Marc

they look amazing and really have a lot of the bases covered, but for the money i keep leaning further away. for the Cummins i was looking at $2000-2500 and there was zero option for data logging. that was a deal breaker for me.

**8man** · 04-19-2021, 08:43 AM

That's a big day! Congratulations.

**mongocanfly** · 04-14-2021, 05:18 PM

Great updates Marc...you have been busy...

**joedoh** · 04-14-2021, 09:34 PM

wow those wheels look great!

nice work on the other stuff too!

02-16-2021, 04:56 PM	#2
Tempest67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Ontario Posts: 792	Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster" ya, I think you are right, it sticks out too far. The funny thing is it still works fine. __________________ https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=797726&page=3 http://https://67-72chevytrucks.com/...=797726&page=3 51 Chev 5 window on S10 with SBC 1958 Pontiac Wagon build https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849781

02-12-2021, 01:09 PM	#3
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,140	Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster" I really like the LED upgrade! I added 3rd brake lights to the cargo lamp on my 72 and now wish I would have done something like this for the cargo lamp. Did you add the frosted finish to the lens? I've been wondering id media blasting them is a sufficient way to accomplish that? __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

02-13-2021, 10:53 PM	#5
youngrodder Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Scotts, Michigan Posts: 3,761	Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster" On Friday night I started fitting and working on my lower dash panel my friend Zach made for me. The first picture I taped on the AC vents to get an idea of placement. I then cut in holes for the vents as well as the AC controller as well as the wiper and light switches. This is the last part that needed to be modified before I get it painted to match the rest of the dash. As a refresher this panel is the reason I cut my dashboard straight across on the bottom. I did something very similar on my 48. I like to utilize this lower panel to keep the main dash free of switches and knobs.... Thanks Marc Attached Images __________________ …………...........__________ .................. ((__\|__\|\|___\____ ..;.;;.:;:;.,;..;((_(O))____ (_(O)) 1948 Chevy Truck - Finished SOLD!! 1953 Chevy Suburban "Family Truckster" Completed: Spring of 2021 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=605484 1994 4x4 Blazer - "Field Find" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...ferrerid=30857

02-14-2021, 10:20 AM	#6
8man Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Bryan, Texas Posts: 2,287	Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster" Very nice look on the dash. __________________ 8man-aka Robert 1948 on a S10 Frame, small block with a carb 1954 Cab, 53 Front and Bed, 50 Doors, S10 Frame, Power TBD Build thread: "]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=746899&highlight=wife%27s+48[/URL] [/URL]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=840204

02-14-2021, 10:24 AM	#7
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,555	Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster" Marc, looks good, like the placement...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

02-14-2021, 12:57 PM	#9
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02-24-2021, 09:24 AM	#10
6DoF Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: somewhere, PA Posts: 1,049	Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster" damn that is sharp, and that fat fender controller mount is perfect!

02-24-2021, 09:38 AM	#11
6DoF Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: somewhere, PA Posts: 1,049	Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster" for future DIYing ... i think i found the hinge they are using. https://www.hingeoutlet.com/collecti...31316403290248

02-24-2021, 09:14 PM	#15
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster" That's a slick mount! It will also be a great security device with it hidden like that. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

04-14-2021, 09:42 AM	#16
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,555	Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster" Look good Marc, like the wheels...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

04-14-2021, 09:53 AM	#17
Tempest67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2018 Location: Ontario Posts: 792	Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster" Yes, I like the wheels too. The way each spoke is rounded and raised , looks like a modern version of Pontiac Rally 2 wheels. Attached Images __________________ https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=797726&page=3 http://https://67-72chevytrucks.com/...=797726&page=3 51 Chev 5 window on S10 with SBC 1958 Pontiac Wagon build https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849781

04-14-2021, 11:55 AM	#18
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04-15-2021, 09:50 AM	#20
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster" When I upgrade my gauges that I don't like I am buying DD __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

04-19-2021, 08:43 AM	#23
8man Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Bryan, Texas Posts: 2,287	Re: 53 Surburban "Family Truckster" That's a big day! Congratulations. __________________ 8man-aka Robert 1948 on a S10 Frame, small block with a carb 1954 Cab, 53 Front and Bed, 50 Doors, S10 Frame, Power TBD Build thread: "]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=746899&highlight=wife%27s+48[/URL] [/URL]http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=840204

04-14-2021, 05:18 PM	#24
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