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VDOG · 03-30-2015, 03:23 PM

Some impressive work Bam.

Kim57 · 03-30-2015, 08:35 AM

Nice fab work Bam.
Kim

ChuckDriver · 03-30-2015, 09:21 AM

Very nice!

**oldman3** · 03-30-2015, 09:52 AM

Looking good...Jim

**Dieselwrencher** · 03-30-2015, 04:43 PM

Nice work Bam!

Roadkill58 · 03-30-2015, 08:21 PM

Looking good Bam!

I finally got my chassis sorted out. Mounted the m/c just under front of bed.
Need to make and extension too.

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Nut Case · 03-31-2015, 01:50 AM

Mr. Bam you're the man. Your creativity is exceptional. What Hydro-boost are you going to use? New? salvage? Dodge? Chev? I sure hope that truckin gods smile down upon you and you're blessed with time, health, and fundage to keep on truckin. Be safe Chase

Kabwe · 03-31-2015, 11:38 AM

Thanks for the kind words everyone

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nut Case

What Hydro-boost are you going to use? New? salvage? Dodge? Chev?

My hyrdroboost unit is salvaged. Its from a Chevy Astro Van.

Kabwe · 04-28-2015, 12:08 PM

I got the frame repainted.

Here is the push rod connection to the brake pedal I had to fab up the mount for the brake pedal.

hotrod1 · 04-28-2015, 12:32 PM

Looks Great!! You went with a flat or semi gloss this time instead of the gloss? Any reason, or just preference?

Kabwe · 04-28-2015, 01:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotrod1

Looks Great!! You went with a flat or semi gloss this time instead of the gloss? Any reason, or just preference?

Just preference. I wanted a satin black but all they had was flat black and I like it.

ptc · 08-26-2015, 06:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kabwe

I got the frame repainted.

Here is the push rod connection to the brake pedal I had to fab up the mount for the brake pedal.

Nice work here Bam - thats the way Im gonna have to reconfigure mine too as the m/c with the hydro-booster hits my trans x-member. It was becoming a head scratcher for me....

Your work gives people ideas and the where-with-all to re-fab stuff that just doesnt fit this new "Bolt-on Accessory" world we live in... THANK YOU!!!

murd969 · 08-27-2015, 10:47 AM

Your build is looking good. Can't wait to see the finished product.

VDOG · 09-07-2015, 04:51 PM

Dang I just notice your running a hydroboost.

Kim57 · 04-28-2015, 01:15 PM

Real nice Bam.
Kim

BC Toy chest · 04-28-2015, 01:42 PM

Looks good just saw it on Flickr, I'll have to grab the pics and do an update on my Bam build page along with mine and Donnies build , good job , I like that flat black, it came out gr8. I need to get over there soon and get a few more pics, I sure you won't mind

Kabwe · 04-28-2015, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BC Toy chest

Looks good just saw it on Flickr, I'll have to grab the pics and do an update on my Bam build page along with mine and Donnies build , good job , I like that flat black, it came out gr8. I need to get over there soon and get a few more pics, I sure you won't mind

Nope you stay on your side of the fence and I'll stay on my side.

Tony can come by because I need him to help me get the cab back on the frame. You can't help with that so stay on your side of the fence.lol

BC Toy chest · 04-28-2015, 01:48 PM

Com' on that aint the way to treat the only friend u got... OHH SORRY I mean u the only friend I have

who else am I going to be able to pester?

blue57 · 04-28-2015, 10:24 PM

Looks good. Glad to see you back on it

VDOG · 04-29-2015, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BC Toy chest

Com' on that aint the way to treat the only friend u got... OHH SORRY I mean u the only friend I have

who else am I going to be able to pester?

LMAO!!!

Bam where did you find that connecting rod that's on the bottom of your brake pedal?

Kabwe · 04-29-2015, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VDOG

Bam where did you find that connecting rod that's on the bottom of your brake pedal?

I got it from jegs. It does not come with the clevis. It has 3/8 -21 female and 3/8 -21 male on the other end. Its about 9 inches long but I had to cut it down and drill and tap it to fit my application.

VDOG · 04-30-2015, 03:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kabwe

I got it from jegs. It does not come with the clevis. It has 3/8 -21 female and 3/8 -21 male on the other end. Its about 9 inches long but I had to cut it down and drill and tap it to fit my application.

Thanks sir, I need something like that for my carb linkage. Also let BC come by and take pics, that way were all up to date on what your doing.

BC Toy chest · 04-30-2015, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VDOG

Thanks sir, I need something like that for my carb linkage. Also let BC come by and take pics, that way were all up to date on what your doing.

...yes I agree with VDOG let me come over , on one condition you don't let your dog loose on me again

Kabwe · 10-10-2016, 03:31 PM

I been a very busy over the last year. I remodeled the entire house with an addition. The wife told me while we are at it to build a workshop for my tools that way only my cars where in the garage. We also added a driveway between the garage and the new workshop, a fence that sections off my part of the yard from hers.lol
I been a very busy over the last year. I remodeled the entire house with an addition. The wife told me while we are at it to build a workshop for my tools that way only my cars where in the garage. We also added a driveway between the garage and the new workshop, a fence that sections off my part of the yard from hers.lol

I had my handy man build the structure and I did all the electrical and drywall.

I used Gladiator rails and cabinets. I love the rail system for storing my tools and misc.

I also could not resist buying a new toy I caught on sell, a new miller mig.

Kabwe · 10-10-2016, 03:32 PM

I after doing the shed I was tired of sanding due to installing all the drywall and stuff. So I decided to focus my attention on the LS engine. It was sitting so long that I just want to rebuild it. I bored it to a 5.7 and added 5.7 flattop pistons, and TSP 228r cam, and ARP rod bolts, other than that the rotating assembly is stocked.
Bare block when it came back from the machine shop

Machine shop check list.

Rotating Assembly right before I installed it.

Engine back together. Oh I also brought some used 243 heads of ebay and had them rebuilt also.

Other things I did was paint the valve the same color as the trucks and found some aftermarket coil brackets that I like way better than the OEM ones and headers.

Ready to fire it up for the first time. I only let it run a little while due to no radiator. My setup is a engine dolly I made, along with a front that is removable. It just slides into the legs of the dolly. For gas I used Lawn Mower gas tank that I modified for a return line, PSI wiring harness and basic tune (still have to have it tuned for the cam), external fuel pump, corvette filter regulator, and drive by wire.

Here is a link to a short video of it running. I only let it run for a short time due to no radiator. It sounds pretty good. https://www.flickr.com/photos/bam55/...7670272808501/

03-30-2015, 03:23 PM	#1
VDOG Grand PooBaa Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: LA, CA Posts: 5,302	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Some impressive work Bam.

03-30-2015, 08:35 AM	#2
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Nice fab work Bam. Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

03-30-2015, 09:21 AM	#3
ChuckDriver A320 Pilot/USAF Retired Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 2,622	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Very nice! __________________ JJ My 1957 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=334552 http://www.trifive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=22037 Instagram - Chuckdriver57

03-30-2015, 09:52 AM	#4
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,555	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Looking good...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 />

03-30-2015, 04:43 PM	#5
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,140	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Nice work Bam! __________________ 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.*

03-30-2015, 08:21 PM	#6
Roadkill58 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Under a bad sign Posts: 498	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Looking good Bam! I finally got my chassis sorted out. Mounted the m/c just under front of bed. Need to make and extension too. . __________________ Rust Never Sleeps . Roadkill's 58 Chevy Stepside build Roadkill's 69 Custom C20

03-31-2015, 01:50 AM	#7
Nut Case Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Clear and Still Idaho Posts: 509	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Mr. Bam you're the man. Your creativity is exceptional. What Hydro-boost are you going to use? New? salvage? Dodge? Chev? I sure hope that truckin gods smile down upon you and you're blessed with time, health, and fundage to keep on truckin. Be safe Chase __________________ Been there, wrecked that

04-28-2015, 12:08 PM	#9
Kabwe Certified Car Nut Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inglewood, California Posts: 3,118	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build I got the frame repainted. Here is the push rod connection to the brake pedal I had to fab up the mount for the brake pedal.

04-28-2015, 12:32 PM	#10
hotrod1 56 - autocross Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Camarillo, Ca Posts: 1,121	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Looks Great!! You went with a flat or semi gloss this time instead of the gloss? Any reason, or just preference?

08-27-2015, 10:47 AM	#13
murd969 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Tampa, FL Posts: 378	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Your build is looking good. Can't wait to see the finished product. __________________ 1956 Chevy 3100 C4 Suspension Build Instagram: murd969

09-07-2015, 04:51 PM	#14
VDOG Grand PooBaa Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: LA, CA Posts: 5,302	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Dang I just notice your running a hydroboost.

04-28-2015, 01:15 PM	#15
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Real nice Bam. Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

04-28-2015, 01:42 PM	#16
BC Toy chest Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 914	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Looks good just saw it on Flickr, I'll have to grab the pics and do an update on my Bam build page along with mine and Donnies build , good job , I like that flat black, it came out gr8. I need to get over there soon and get a few more pics, I sure you won't mind __________________ *I'm not tail-gating, I'm drafting.* http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=432758

04-28-2015, 01:48 PM	#18
BC Toy chest Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 914	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Com' on that aint the way to treat the only friend u got... OHH SORRY I mean u the only friend I have who else am I going to be able to pester? __________________ *I'm not tail-gating, I'm drafting.* http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=432758

04-28-2015, 10:24 PM	#19
blue57 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Victorville, CA Posts: 469	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build Looks good. Glad to see you back on it __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=522711



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10-10-2016, 03:31 PM	#24
Kabwe Certified Car Nut Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inglewood, California Posts: 3,118	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build I been a very busy over the last year. I remodeled the entire house with an addition. The wife told me while we are at it to build a workshop for my tools that way only my cars where in the garage. We also added a driveway between the garage and the new workshop, a fence that sections off my part of the yard from hers.lol I been a very busy over the last year. I remodeled the entire house with an addition. The wife told me while we are at it to build a workshop for my tools that way only my cars where in the garage. We also added a driveway between the garage and the new workshop, a fence that sections off my part of the yard from hers.lol I had my handy man build the structure and I did all the electrical and drywall. I used Gladiator rails and cabinets. I love the rail system for storing my tools and misc. I also could not resist buying a new toy I caught on sell, a new miller mig.

10-10-2016, 03:32 PM	#25
Kabwe Certified Car Nut Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inglewood, California Posts: 3,118	Re: Kabwe's aka Bam's build I after doing the shed I was tired of sanding due to installing all the drywall and stuff. So I decided to focus my attention on the LS engine. It was sitting so long that I just want to rebuild it. I bored it to a 5.7 and added 5.7 flattop pistons, and TSP 228r cam, and ARP rod bolts, other than that the rotating assembly is stocked. Bare block when it came back from the machine shop Machine shop check list. Rotating Assembly right before I installed it. Engine back together. Oh I also brought some used 243 heads of ebay and had them rebuilt also. Other things I did was paint the valve the same color as the trucks and found some aftermarket coil brackets that I like way better than the OEM ones and headers. Ready to fire it up for the first time. I only let it run a little while due to no radiator. My setup is a engine dolly I made, along with a front that is removable. It just slides into the legs of the dolly. For gas I used Lawn Mower gas tank that I modified for a return line, PSI wiring harness and basic tune (still have to have it tuned for the cam), external fuel pump, corvette filter regulator, and drive by wire. Here is a link to a short video of it running. I only let it run for a short time due to no radiator. It sounds pretty good. https://www.flickr.com/photos/bam55/...7670272808501/

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