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**Dieselwrencher** · 02-12-2013, 08:46 PM

Pete, it's coming together very nice! Wgat happened to Paul?

**DeadheadNM** · 02-12-2013, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Classic Heartbeat

Looking good Pete... First class restoration! WES

Thanks for the good words and good parts!

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Hello Pete, truck is looking great! Question: where did you get your 3/4 anodized power brake booster? Restored or new?

Thanks....I really wish that was anodized, it was painted to look like the anodized coating and the outcome isn't too bad.

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Pete, it's coming together very nice! Wgat happened to Paul?

Thanks......PM sent

danw210 · 02-12-2013, 11:04 PM

Wow! It's looking realllllly nice!!!!

**Joesjunk** · 02-13-2013, 12:26 AM

Thats going to be a very nice truck!

Ed 72 Sierra Grande · 02-13-2013, 09:00 PM

Nice job

**WIDESIDE72** · 03-09-2013, 11:45 PM

Nice truck!
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**DeadheadNM** · 03-11-2013, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Joesjunk

Thats going to be a very nice truck!

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Originally Posted by Ed 72 Sierra Grande

Nice job

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Originally Posted by WIDESIDE72

Nice truck!
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Thanks a lot guys I really appreciate the encouraging comments. Again, couldn't do this build without the help of the folks here.

More progress made. Pics show a member rebuilt speed warning manual throttle tach/vac 80lb oil gauge cluster and installed rebuild tilt and am/fm. Motor back with a stock build/balance. Had a NOS block heater installed that I got from a Canadian member. Jason, I made sure the block code wasn't decked off - thanks! The exhaust manifolds are powdercoated. Have the Qjet back from a rebuild at Sean Murphy induction. The NP205 and 700r4 are installed. The NP205 is painted in the correct-ish Chrysler red. An OEM Blazer skid plate will be added shortly.

Help me out - what needs attention to original specs?

**DeadheadNM** · 03-11-2013, 08:56 PM

Bucket seats from members Paul and Jason Duncan rebuilt with US made foam and covers from member Truckseats....thanks fellas

sboris · 03-11-2013, 09:02 PM

Looks awesome.
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**Dieselwrencher** · 03-11-2013, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

Help me out - what needs attention to original specs?

Um, it's too nice!

Seriously, you're making it so nice. These trucks weren't this nice new. Keep at it, this will be a really cool truck with the rare NOS odd stuff you've found for it.

ryanroo · 03-11-2013, 10:37 PM

Pete has nice parts stashed all over. he collects 72 tow hooks like i collect dirty looks from my wife.

Looks great Pete. i cant wait to see it out in the sunlight.

Ryan

Zoomin · 03-11-2013, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

Help me out - what needs attention to original specs?

The shocks are the only thing that's apparent to me. You're doing a great job on the resto. Pete!

Vintage Windmills · 03-11-2013, 11:50 PM

Pete, looks great. I wouldn't bother changing it but if you want it to look true stock, the timing tab should be the silver/gray plated color. Also, what is that oil fill tube on the rear driver side of engine?

Man, i need to get crackin on my K20, hope it turns out this nice!

1985-GMC · 03-12-2013, 12:59 AM

Wow the truck looks amazing, keep it up!
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**WIDESIDE72** · 03-12-2013, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Vintage Windmills

...Also, what is that oil fill tube on the rear driver side of engine?

Looks like a stock oil fill tube for a V8 withpower brakes to me! I have one on my 72.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=388241&page=4
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ryanroo · 03-12-2013, 08:11 AM

Pete, i know for the sake of originality you should have the side mount on the NP205, but i would recomend ditching it. they put a lot of weird torque on the drivetrain. the twist has been known to crack adapters and transmission cases before.

**WIDESIDE72** · 03-12-2013, 08:27 AM

Pete, in an earlier post you mentioned something about the grommet the for the tach wires. Do all cabs have the hole for the tach wire or did you have to drill it? I ask because I added a tach to my 72 as well.
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**DeadheadNM** · 03-12-2013, 07:35 PM

Thanks again guys!

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Originally Posted by Zoomin

The shocks are the only thing that's apparent to me. You're doing a great job on the resto. Pete!

I'd really like to install a nice set of GM/Delco shocks but couldn't find the correct #'s so gave up. If I see a set for 4wd I'd grab 'em

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Um, it's too nice!

Seriously, you're making it so nice. These trucks weren't this nice new. Keep at it, this will be a really cool truck with the rare NOS odd stuff you've found for it.

LOL! Yeah I get it - that's why I'm keeping the K10 an ugly duckling so I'm not afraid to haul a bed full of junk

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Originally Posted by Vintage Windmills

Pete, looks great. I wouldn't bother changing it but if you want it to look true stock, the timing tab should be the silver/gray plated color. Also, what is that oil fill tube on the rear driver side of engine?

Man, i need to get crackin on my K20, hope it turns out this nice!

Thanks! - that's an example of the little things I want to do right (It's a sickness). I looked at pics of the survivor motor I got from Paul and Jason Duncan and the timing tab looked to orange but I'm not certain. That oil tube goes to the 700r4 tranny - good eye!

**DeadheadNM** · 03-12-2013, 07:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ryanroo

Pete, i know for the sake of originality you should have the side mount on the NP205, but i would recomend ditching it. they put a lot of weird torque on the drivetrain. the twist has been known to crack adapters and transmission cases before.

Good to know bud - I'll look into this down the road for sure especially if I ever build up the K10. BTW - I should have your parts out soon I've been buried in work.

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Originally Posted by WIDESIDE72

Pete, in an earlier post you mentioned something about the grommet the for the tach wires. Do all cabs have the hole for the tach wire or did you have to drill it? I ask because I added a tach to my 72 as well.
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Yep, the factory tach trucks had a 3/4" hole in the firewall - you can see the dimples next to the harness block on the driver side where the hole would go here's a borrowed member pic that shows the location:

**DeadheadNM** · 03-22-2013, 07:53 PM

Some more parts bolted on that I thought I'd share...

y5mgisi · 03-22-2013, 07:57 PM

Nice progress!

**DeadheadNM** · 03-22-2013, 08:01 PM

Had the mileage set to zero and the oil pressure gauge converted for use with an electrical sending unit....no more oil line in the cab...keeps the OEM look though.

ryanroo · 03-22-2013, 09:25 PM

It is looking great Pete, i cant wait to see it finished!

1985-GMC · 03-22-2013, 10:10 PM

Man that thing is purdy, keep em coming!

jbclassix · 03-22-2013, 11:29 PM

Looking good!

02-12-2013, 08:46 PM	#126
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Pete, it's coming together very nice! Wgat happened to Paul? __________________ 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.*

02-12-2013, 11:04 PM	#128
danw210 69 K20 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Elizabethtown, KY Posts: 426	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Wow! It's looking realllllly nice!!!!

02-13-2013, 12:26 AM	#129
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,702	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Thats going to be a very nice truck! __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

02-13-2013, 09:00 PM	#130
Ed 72 Sierra Grande Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Whittier Ca Posts: 172	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Nice job __________________ Ed F 1972 Sierra Grande White Top Medium Olive 402 bb / Camper Stock, Loaded, Straight & Aged Nicely, No Tilt Original Resto would be nice $

03-09-2013, 11:45 PM	#131
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,500	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Nice truck! Posted via Mobile Device

03-11-2013, 08:56 PM	#133
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,428	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Bucket seats from members Paul and Jason Duncan rebuilt with US made foam and covers from member Truckseats....thanks fellas Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

03-11-2013, 09:02 PM	#134
sboris Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Osceola, Ia Posts: 2,017	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Looks awesome. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Shawn 68 chevy K/20 05 chevy 3/4 4x4 71 short step-sold 71 chevy Beauville van My build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=633039

03-11-2013, 10:37 PM	#136
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Pete has nice parts stashed all over. he collects 72 tow hooks like i collect dirty looks from my wife. Looks great Pete. i cant wait to see it out in the sunlight. Ryan __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

03-11-2013, 11:50 PM	#138
Vintage Windmills Vintage 4x4s Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Prior Lake, MN Posts: 4,305	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Pete, looks great. I wouldn't bother changing it but if you want it to look true stock, the timing tab should be the silver/gray plated color. Also, what is that oil fill tube on the rear driver side of engine? Man, i need to get crackin on my K20, hope it turns out this nice! __________________ 67 GMC K1500 Custom- 305V6 SM420, PTO, Ram Assist, yellow (the outcast) (project period correct upgrades) 67 GMC C2500 351V6 TH400, AC, PS, PB (can't decide what to do with. Update, decided to keep and will restore ) 86 CHV K30 502 th400, apple red NEW 71 CHV K20 350 SM465, ochre (saved work truck) 71 CHV K20 292 SM465, white, tach, PTO, (future project) 72 CHV K20 350 350th, medium blue (project stocker) 01 CHV K2500hd crew, indigo blue ^3 dont run and the others don't see winter either '86 K30 Cummins "Fireside" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649649 '71 K20 "get driveable" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590642 '72 K20 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=493477&page=6

03-12-2013, 12:59 AM	#139
1985-GMC Chevy Enthusiast Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Canyon Lake Texas Posts: 2,024	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Wow the truck looks amazing, keep it up! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Tony 1985 GMC K2500 restoration Project: Rust, White & Blue 1989 Chevy R3500 CC Cummins & 4X4 swap some day... 1989 Burb (D60, 14BFF, 12V, NV4500, NP205, 37" tires in progress)

03-12-2013, 08:11 AM	#141
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Pete, i know for the sake of originality you should have the side mount on the NP205, but i would recomend ditching it. they put a lot of weird torque on the drivetrain. the twist has been known to crack adapters and transmission cases before. __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

03-12-2013, 08:27 AM	#142
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,500	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Pete, in an earlier post you mentioned something about the grommet the for the tach wires. Do all cabs have the hole for the tach wire or did you have to drill it? I ask because I added a tach to my 72 as well. Posted via Mobile Device

03-22-2013, 07:53 PM	#145
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,428	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Some more parts bolted on that I thought I'd share... Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

03-22-2013, 07:57 PM	#146
y5mgisi Second Chance Program Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 2,642	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Nice progress! __________________ 90 Chevy Suburban 2500 5.3 swap/th400/np241/14bltSF/10blt. 77 C20 crew cab Silverado. 396/th400. In work.

03-22-2013, 08:01 PM	#147
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,428	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Had the mileage set to zero and the oil pressure gauge converted for use with an electrical sending unit....no more oil line in the cab...keeps the OEM look though. Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland



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03-22-2013, 09:25 PM	#148
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build It is looking great Pete, i cant wait to see it finished! __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

03-22-2013, 10:10 PM	#149
1985-GMC Chevy Enthusiast Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Canyon Lake Texas Posts: 2,024	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Man that thing is purdy, keep em coming! __________________ Tony 1985 GMC K2500 restoration Project: Rust, White & Blue 1989 Chevy R3500 CC Cummins & 4X4 swap some day... 1989 Burb (D60, 14BFF, 12V, NV4500, NP205, 37" tires in progress)

03-22-2013, 11:29 PM	#150
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