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**LEEVON** · 07-02-2010, 12:42 AM

I sent the spider caps back and just used bullet lug nuts and bullet caps (shannon cones) they were only like $25 shipped and look great. I'm just waiting for my 2nd set of Diamondbacks to get here then I'll mount and get some pics, I think they're going to look great. The new tires are going to be 235/70/15, I was wrong in my last post.

**CHIZZLER** · 07-02-2010, 12:47 AM

cant wait to see some new pics.

**LEEVON** · 07-02-2010, 12:48 AM

The 'burb is looking great, I better get into gear or you're gonna catch me.

**CHIZZLER** · 07-02-2010, 12:50 AM

credit cards hot right know.

**LEEVON** · 07-02-2010, 12:51 AM

HAHA I know the feeling, I was gathering receipts last night for a budget check. What size tires were on those Cragars?

**CHIZZLER** · 07-02-2010, 12:52 AM

got a line on a 6.0 out of a 2000 suburban with 60K miles for $500.not sure if thats the way i want to go.i think the wiring harness will be spendy.what are you planning on using if you use your motor.

**CHIZZLER** · 07-02-2010, 12:53 AM

255/65/15 bfg radial ta

**LEEVON** · 07-02-2010, 09:06 AM

I'd go with the 6.0, it's getting much easier and cheaper to have a harness made and ecm tuned. You supply the harness and they make it stand alone with usually a 4 wire hook-up. You get a small fuse block with relays and it's pretty much plug-and-play. Wait4meperformance does it for about $360 last I checked. There's a bunch of tutorials about doing it yourself too. Plus consider they are virtually maintenance-free. No setting valve lash, oil leaks, distributors to wear out, etc.

I converted to carb just for looks and simplicity on mine. I have a Edelbrock LS1 Victor Jr Carb intake, MSD 6010 controller and Barry Grant Demon 650. I love the idea of setting timing with my computer. I am going to use the 5.3, I must have been off my meds the other night when I considered swapping for the 350 in my '71.

Word of caution you will have to change out the oil pan, right now mine is by far the lowest point in the front. I picked up an F-body pan cheap but typically the whole set up runs about $250.

**LEEVON** · 07-02-2010, 07:25 PM

Got on a kick last night and picked up a bunch of gauges (still bidding on the tach but the rest are mine):

**CHIZZLER** · 07-02-2010, 08:51 PM

Nice find.i just won the auction on a fulton visor.original 807 series.

**LEEVON** · 07-04-2010, 12:23 AM

Very nice, hate to know what that cost ya

I got a visor last week, it's not a Fulton but it works fine and it was $60. It's adjustable, I'll get some pics.

**LEEVON** · 07-12-2010, 05:55 PM

Here's the visor. "New" new tires came in today, can't wait to get them mounted and get some pics for ya'll. I think this will be a truck work weekend...hopefully. I got over the back thing and now I might have a gallbladder issue. Man, 30 is not being kind to me.

bjcaldwe · 07-12-2010, 06:03 PM

I hope you feel better. I had my major health crap last year.

BlueJeep · 07-12-2010, 06:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LEEVON

Here's the visor. "New" new tires came in today, can't wait to get them mounted and get some pics for ya'll. I think this will be a truck work weekend...hopefully. I got over the back thing and now I might have a gallbladder issue. Man, 30 is not being kind to me.

I hear you. At 30 I lost my job, and got arthritis. 31 was much better!

**LEEVON** · 07-14-2010, 10:09 PM

Just playing around a bit:

my67chevytruck · 07-14-2010, 11:34 PM

looking good bro!

99 to Life · 07-14-2010, 11:51 PM

I am liking it alot, what tranny you using? Rear end?
did you have to move the cab back or forward with your
set up? Seems like you didn't have to since the running boards
seemed aligned.

I went the s-10 frame route, but have an OG frame I am wanted
to go the same route you went.

**CHIZZLER** · 07-15-2010, 12:10 AM

Thanks for the few pics.lookin killer.

NONHOG · 07-15-2010, 12:38 AM

Wheels look great ! I was not sure at 1st, but they grew on me.

**LEEVON** · 07-15-2010, 08:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 99 to Life

I am liking it alot, what tranny you using? Rear end?
did you have to move the cab back or forward with your
set up? Seems like you didn't have to since the running boards
seemed aligned.

I went the s-10 frame route, but have an OG frame I am wanted
to go the same route you went.

I'm going to try using an NP833 4-speed manual O/D trans...we'll se but so far it fits up fine. The cab and running boards are actually crooked there I just tossed them on the frame. I don't have any plans to move them from stock locations. I like the original frames, seems to make things a bit easier, just have to bite the big bullet on front suspension.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CHIZZLER

Thanks for the few pics.lookin killer.

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by NONHOG

Wheels look great ! I was not sure at 1st, but they grew on me.

Appreciate it!

**67cheby** · 07-15-2010, 09:17 AM

looks awesome, i love wide whites

**LEEVON** · 07-17-2010, 09:46 PM

Aired out, sits about 3" off the ground, I think I'm just gonna leave it and not mess with trying to go lower:

tommyd241 · 07-17-2010, 10:15 PM

Very cool project! I love the color on the wheels!

bjcaldwe · 07-17-2010, 11:08 PM

I am digging it.

**CHIZZLER** · 07-18-2010, 02:24 AM

That thing looks killer.i noticed you moved the other pickup to get it over there,thats a good thing.

07-02-2010, 12:42 AM	#126
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: Project "Popeye" I sent the spider caps back and just used bullet lug nuts and bullet caps (shannon cones) they were only like $25 shipped and look great. I'm just waiting for my 2nd set of Diamondbacks to get here then I'll mount and get some pics, I think they're going to look great. The new tires are going to be 235/70/15, I was wrong in my last post. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids Last edited by LEEVON; 07-02-2010 at 12:47 AM.

07-02-2010, 12:47 AM	#127
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: Project "Popeye" cant wait to see some new pics. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

07-02-2010, 12:48 AM	#128
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: Project "Popeye" The 'burb is looking great, I better get into gear or you're gonna catch me. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

07-02-2010, 12:50 AM	#129
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: Project "Popeye" credit cards hot right know. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

07-02-2010, 12:51 AM	#130
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: Project "Popeye" HAHA I know the feeling, I was gathering receipts last night for a budget check. What size tires were on those Cragars? __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids Last edited by LEEVON; 07-02-2010 at 12:52 AM.

07-02-2010, 12:52 AM	#131
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: Project "Popeye" got a line on a 6.0 out of a 2000 suburban with 60K miles for $500.not sure if thats the way i want to go.i think the wiring harness will be spendy.what are you planning on using if you use your motor. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

07-02-2010, 12:53 AM	#132
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: Project "Popeye" 255/65/15 bfg radial ta __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

07-02-2010, 09:06 AM	#133
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: Project "Popeye" I'd go with the 6.0, it's getting much easier and cheaper to have a harness made and ecm tuned. You supply the harness and they make it stand alone with usually a 4 wire hook-up. You get a small fuse block with relays and it's pretty much plug-and-play. Wait4meperformance does it for about $360 last I checked. There's a bunch of tutorials about doing it yourself too. Plus consider they are virtually maintenance-free. No setting valve lash, oil leaks, distributors to wear out, etc. I converted to carb just for looks and simplicity on mine. I have a Edelbrock LS1 Victor Jr Carb intake, MSD 6010 controller and Barry Grant Demon 650. I love the idea of setting timing with my computer. I am going to use the 5.3, I must have been off my meds the other night when I considered swapping for the 350 in my '71. Word of caution you will have to change out the oil pan, right now mine is by far the lowest point in the front. I picked up an F-body pan cheap but typically the whole set up runs about $250. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids Last edited by LEEVON; 07-02-2010 at 09:08 AM.

07-02-2010, 07:25 PM	#134
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: Project "Popeye" Got on a kick last night and picked up a bunch of gauges (still bidding on the tach but the rest are mine): __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

07-02-2010, 08:51 PM	#135
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: Project "Popeye" Nice find.i just won the auction on a fulton visor.original 807 series. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

07-04-2010, 12:23 AM	#136
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: Project "Popeye" Very nice, hate to know what that cost ya I got a visor last week, it's not a Fulton but it works fine and it was $60. It's adjustable, I'll get some pics. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

07-12-2010, 05:55 PM	#137
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: Project "Popeye" Here's the visor. "New" new tires came in today, can't wait to get them mounted and get some pics for ya'll. I think this will be a truck work weekend...hopefully. I got over the back thing and now I might have a gallbladder issue. Man, 30 is not being kind to me. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

07-12-2010, 06:03 PM	#138
bjcaldwe Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 1,169	Re: Project "Popeye" I hope you feel better. I had my major health crap last year. __________________ My AD Truck Build Thread 52 GMC one day laying on the running boards 2004 Chevy Crewcab. 3/5 and notched

07-14-2010, 10:09 PM	#140
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: Project "Popeye" Just playing around a bit: __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

07-14-2010, 11:34 PM	#141
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: Project "Popeye" looking good bro! __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470



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07-14-2010, 11:51 PM	#142
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: Project "Popeye" I am liking it alot, what tranny you using? Rear end? did you have to move the cab back or forward with your set up? Seems like you didn't have to since the running boards seemed aligned. I went the s-10 frame route, but have an OG frame I am wanted to go the same route you went. __________________ 51' 99toLife finished 2011,355 sbc,5speed, patina, redoing whole truck, inter, bags, etc http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382481 49Hardtimes s/10 susp- bagged, vortec sbc, 5 speed, patina, sold http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=594874 VIDEOS https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA Geronimo 54' LS engine, static drop IFS, Client build, just about done http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...62#post7399162 52' 3100 Slowly in progress, will be painted two toned, have 235 with a t-5, lowered OG frame Other projects, 49' farmuse 3100, killer Patina, will be slammed, LS engine, full done interior up next! www.coffeeandcustoms.com

07-15-2010, 12:10 AM	#143
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: Project "Popeye" Thanks for the few pics.lookin killer. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

07-15-2010, 12:38 AM	#144
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,454	Re: Project "Popeye" Wheels look great ! I was not sure at 1st, but they grew on me. __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

07-15-2010, 09:17 AM	#146
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project "Popeye" looks awesome, i love wide whites __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

07-17-2010, 09:46 PM	#147
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: Project "Popeye" Aired out, sits about 3" off the ground, I think I'm just gonna leave it and not mess with trying to go lower: __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

07-17-2010, 10:15 PM	#148
tommyd241 Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: 505 Posts: 447	Re: Project "Popeye" Very cool project! I love the color on the wheels! __________________ '68 SWB Fleetside '98 K1500 Silverado

07-17-2010, 11:08 PM	#149
bjcaldwe Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 1,169	Re: Project "Popeye" I am digging it. __________________ My AD Truck Build Thread 52 GMC one day laying on the running boards 2004 Chevy Crewcab. 3/5 and notched

07-18-2010, 02:24 AM	#150
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: Project "Popeye" That thing looks killer.i noticed you moved the other pickup to get it over there,thats a good thing. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

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