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70 Suburban · 02-02-2010, 11:58 PM

i wold love more info on your tank install if you have the time

nomrlz · 02-03-2010, 10:26 PM

so, after calling around the bone yards. i found out that the 98 tank is a one year only run and is steel. the 98-02 tanks are plastic.

how low does the tank hang tommy?

tommys66 · 02-04-2010, 08:08 PM

here is some more info on the tank.

excuse the crappy cell phone pics, my camera crapped out

I had to trim about 1/2" on the bottom frame rail on both sides for the tank to fit. The straps I used were off some where around an 02 model escort. I used 5/16" rod ends to hold the straps on one end, so they could pivot if needed to drop the tank later. The other end is bolted to the rear crossmember. The tank hangs 8 1/4" below the frame at the lowest point.
Tank from 99' camaro

nomrlz · 02-06-2010, 09:59 AM

thanks for the details. this looks like a very good mate for an injected swap project

tommys66 · 02-09-2010, 02:26 AM

Here is the stuff I used to glue the roof skin with. Since I had the roof skin off, I covered the top of the inner panel with a product similar to dynamat called b-quiet.

TimE · 02-25-2010, 07:16 PM

Nice job on the roof Tommy.

I know you had mentioned headers(in another thread) and was wondering if you had gotten them yet.

Just curious because mine is in limbo at the moment but I'm still trying to get ideas/parts together for it.

tommys66 · 02-25-2010, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by TimE

Nice job on the roof Tommy.

I know you had mentioned headers(in another thread) and was wondering if you had gotten them yet.

Just curious because mine is in limbo at the moment but I'm still trying to get ideas/parts together for it.

Thanks!
The headers are on back order. I ordered them in january, not sure what is taking them so long.

Strodder · 02-25-2010, 11:03 PM

That was an awesome idea putting the insulation between the top roof panel and the inner panel.

tommys66 · 02-26-2010, 04:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Strodder

That was an awesome idea putting the insulation between the top roof panel and the inner panel.

I hope it makes a difference. I plan to use the same stuff on the firewall, floorpans, back of the cab, and maybe inside the doors. When I drove the truck before, it was nearly impossible to carry on a conversation at 55mph.

Strodder · 02-26-2010, 11:40 AM

It will make a big difference.

tommys66 · 02-26-2010, 05:37 PM

I test fitted my seats, and took my first imaginary test drive since the start of the build

The seats are from an 04' silverado. I had modify the brackets on the center section and drill all new mounting holes. I will prolly use 3/8" bolts to secure them.

Alan's Classic · 02-27-2010, 08:30 AM

Seats look familiar.

They look awesome.

65tileguy · 02-27-2010, 04:07 PM

Amazing Job so Far. I am starting my first frame up of a 65 1/2 lwb and I have been waking up every morning between 3-4 am thinking/ stressing about it. Now I feel Like I have somewhat of a roadmap and I feel excited again!

I will be doing a much simpler Chevy 350/ TH 400/ stock rear end set up because I am NOT ready for a wiring loom like that! Im so impressed!

Very excited to see what happens. Cheers!

tommys66 · 02-27-2010, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

Seats look familiar.

They look awesome.

thanks. I really like the feel of these seats, very comfortable. btw, I belive the seats were another idea I got from your build. Keep the ideas comming alan, i am slowly catching up to you.

tommys66 · 02-27-2010, 06:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 65tileguy

Amazing Job so Far. I am starting my first frame up of a 65 1/2 lwb and I have been waking up every morning between 3-4 am thinking/ stressing about it. Now I feel Like I have somewhat of a roadmap and I feel excited again!

I will be doing a much simpler Chevy 350/ TH 400/ stock rear end set up because I am NOT ready for a wiring loom like that! Im so impressed!

Very excited to see what happens. Cheers!

I was stressed in the beginning, because for some reason I thought I could do this build in less than 18 months. Now I am rolling up on almost 2.5 years, with at least another year to completion. If we all had a chip foose crew it would be too easy

I am glad I could help. Good luck on your build.

TopFuel1966 · 02-28-2010, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tommys66

I test fitted my seats, and took my first imaginary test drive since the start of the build

The seats are from an 04' silverado. I had modify the brackets on the center section and drill all new mounting holes. I will prolly use 3/8" bolts to secure them.

I have seats just like that for mine but I can't use them. Not enough legroom to be comfortable on a long drive. I really bummed.

tommys66 · 03-04-2010, 07:01 PM

I purchased some fittings from Doc's Blocks, for the A/C compressor. These allow room to hook up the hoses without notching the frame.

Alan's Classic · 03-04-2010, 07:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tommys66

thanks. I really like the feel of these seats, very comfortable. btw, I belive the seats were another idea I got from your build. Keep the ideas comming alan, i am slowly catching up to you.

Nice compressor adapters!!

TimE · 03-04-2010, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

Nice compressor adapters!!

Shaky · 03-06-2010, 01:38 PM

Nice work! The roof job looks familiar...

tommys66 · 03-20-2010, 12:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shaky

Nice work! The roof job looks familiar...

looks nice shaky. thanks!

tommys66 · 03-20-2010, 12:06 AM

Finally got my headers in! they been on back order since first week of january. They are Doug Thorley made for the 67-72 LSX swap. They fit the 66 frame great. They recommend using the CPP motor mount perch, but I used the origional mount with adapter plates and they couldnt fit any better. Plenty of room and they dont hang below the frame.

tommys66 · 03-20-2010, 12:08 AM

more pics

tommys66 · 03-20-2010, 12:10 AM

one more

ruffrida2005 · 03-20-2010, 12:14 AM

Do you think you will have any problem with only running that external cooler?

02-02-2010, 11:58 PM	#126
70 Suburban Rods Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Bryan, TX Posts: 1,398	Re: Tommys66 Build i wold love more info on your tank install if you have the time __________________ Just keepin it simple. 1965 C-10 Ext cab build. 350??(Does it count at 2 truck if I had to cut one up?) 1966 C-10 lwb 283 auto 1970 Suburban in pieces 1971 Blazer 4wd....restore someday. all factory CST 1972 Blazer 4wd parts truck still a roller 1972 GMC Sierra Grandee 1998 Chevy ext driver. 2005 F**D the wife drive...(cant fix women)

02-03-2010, 10:26 PM	#127
nomrlz Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Wataga,IL Posts: 666	Re: Tommys66 Build so, after calling around the bone yards. i found out that the 98 tank is a one year only run and is steel. the 98-02 tanks are plastic. how low does the tank hang tommy?

02-04-2010, 08:08 PM	#128
tommys66 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Southern, MO Posts: 233	Re: Tommys66 Build here is some more info on the tank. excuse the crappy cell phone pics, my camera crapped out I had to trim about 1/2" on the bottom frame rail on both sides for the tank to fit. The straps I used were off some where around an 02 model escort. I used 5/16" rod ends to hold the straps on one end, so they could pivot if needed to drop the tank later. The other end is bolted to the rear crossmember. The tank hangs 8 1/4" below the frame at the lowest point. Tank from 99' camaro Attached Images __________________ I love the smell of lead paint! Last edited by tommys66; 02-04-2010 at 08:09 PM.

02-06-2010, 09:59 AM	#129
nomrlz Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Wataga,IL Posts: 666	Re: Tommys66 Build thanks for the details. this looks like a very good mate for an injected swap project

02-09-2010, 02:26 AM	#130
tommys66 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Southern, MO Posts: 233	Re: Tommys66 Build Here is the stuff I used to glue the roof skin with. Since I had the roof skin off, I covered the top of the inner panel with a product similar to dynamat called b-quiet. Attached Images __________________ I love the smell of lead paint!

02-25-2010, 07:16 PM	#131
TimE Hey Y'all!! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bay Minette, Alabama Posts: 1,755	Re: Tommys66 Build Nice job on the roof Tommy. I know you had mentioned headers(in another thread) and was wondering if you had gotten them yet. Just curious because mine is in limbo at the moment but I'm still trying to get ideas/parts together for it. __________________ Just hopin' I live long enough to finish something!!!

02-25-2010, 11:03 PM	#133
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: Tommys66 Build That was an awesome idea putting the insulation between the top roof panel and the inner panel. __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

02-26-2010, 11:40 AM	#135
Strodder Daring to be Different Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 4,499	Re: Tommys66 Build It will make a big difference. __________________ *Dennis* Check out my 65/73 Cheap Build Thread. http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=327644 *KUSTOM RIDES* FACE BOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/291198124258863/ 1965 C-10 Short Bed 350/700r4 2012 Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 2016 Honda Accord w/ 18" rims 2007 Honda Goldwing Trike w/ NAVI 2001 Yamaha Roadstar Indian look alike "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "...WOW!...what an amazing ride!" Live Life Passionately!!! [/COLOR] *I AM WE TODD IT, I AM SOFA KING WE TODD IT*

02-26-2010, 05:37 PM	#136
tommys66 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Southern, MO Posts: 233	Re: Tommys66 Build I test fitted my seats, and took my first imaginary test drive since the start of the build The seats are from an 04' silverado. I had modify the brackets on the center section and drill all new mounting holes. I will prolly use 3/8" bolts to secure them. Attached Images __________________ I love the smell of lead paint!

02-27-2010, 08:30 AM	#137
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: Tommys66 Build Seats look familiar. They look awesome. __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

02-27-2010, 04:07 PM	#138
65tileguy Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: PDX Oregon Posts: 5	Re: Tommys66 Build Amazing Job so Far. I am starting my first frame up of a 65 1/2 lwb and I have been waking up every morning between 3-4 am thinking/ stressing about it. Now I feel Like I have somewhat of a roadmap and I feel excited again! I will be doing a much simpler Chevy 350/ TH 400/ stock rear end set up because I am NOT ready for a wiring loom like that! Im so impressed! Very excited to see what happens. Cheers!

03-04-2010, 07:01 PM	#142
tommys66 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Southern, MO Posts: 233	Re: Tommys66 Build I purchased some fittings from Doc's Blocks, for the A/C compressor. These allow room to hook up the hoses without notching the frame. Attached Images __________________ I love the smell of lead paint!

03-06-2010, 01:38 PM	#145
Shaky Six in a row makes it go... Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Vacationland: Maine Posts: 1,346	Re: Tommys66 Build Nice work! The roof job looks familiar... Attached Images __________________ 67 C20 long step resto: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342086 66 C10 long step build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3814790 CT to Alaska in a 67 C10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399224 “The height of sophistication is simplicity." - Clare Boothe Luce

03-20-2010, 12:06 AM	#147
tommys66 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Southern, MO Posts: 233	Re: Tommys66 Build Finally got my headers in! they been on back order since first week of january. They are Doug Thorley made for the 67-72 LSX swap. They fit the 66 frame great. They recommend using the CPP motor mount perch, but I used the origional mount with adapter plates and they couldnt fit any better. Plenty of room and they dont hang below the frame. Attached Images __________________ I love the smell of lead paint!

03-20-2010, 12:08 AM	#148
tommys66 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Southern, MO Posts: 233	Re: Tommys66 Build more pics Attached Images __________________ I love the smell of lead paint!



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03-20-2010, 12:10 AM	#149
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03-20-2010, 12:14 AM	#150
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