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Re: 72 Swb starting from the bottom
Got the engine and trans set into the frame mainly to get them out of the way but it does look good in there
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Haven’t accomplished a lot lately. I did get most of the brake lines ran. And after trying to attack in a couple different ways I got the bulkhead in for the heater and ac lines. Will have to do some reconstruction of that area but I was planning on sealing off the fresh air vents anyways. And I lucked out and got a 3D printer for Christmas so I’ve been playing with that a lot.
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Got the bulkhead area all patched and painted and got the skin welded back. Really happy with how this turned out.
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I did test fit all fittings and was able to get to everything. it is snug in there but it will work. I was considering making an access panel for the side to easily access everything with the fender off and then make a gasket to seal it back up after everything is done.
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This is where I want to run my ac/heater hoses. What bulkhead adapter did you use? Looks great.
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I think every guy who is wanting the super clean firewall look wants to do this mod, me included. Initially I shied away because I just couldn't visualize how the hose routing would snake around to the back of the evaporator in the cab. I get pretty hung up unless I can visualize things. Thank you for these pictures and links to the other fittings and things needed to finish the job...
I would love to see the rest of the installation. I already have smoothed my firewall using the Vintage Air plate that comes with the pre-drilled holes, but I'd gladly re-work my firewall if I had the confidence of knowing how to do what you are doing. Plus I'd have the added benefit of getting a clean coat of paint inside my cowl. Really love to see such high quality work like this! It makes me strive to do a better job. Brian ![]()
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Yea thinking more I added that to my list to make that access hole and cover. |
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My dad was able to machine a couple pieces so I could get the dash vent pods welded in. Really happy with how they turned out. I’ve also started from scratch on the engine mounts. The 73+ style frame stands and clam shells were causing a headache trying to route the return line for the turbo especially having the ac down low still. I designed a simple mount that gives me all kinds of room to run the line and would make pulling the engine easier if I ever have to do so.
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Dash looks great!
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I got one motor mount all tacked up and ready to weld.
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Got the motor mounts done and everything fit great. Also got the turbo drain line made and routed.
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I threw the cab on to double check clearances after making the new mounts and the bulkhead fittings were surprisingly close the tire luckily the 90s will clear.
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Dang.... Those are close. What size is that tire?
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28" tall if so....
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I’ve got the dash primed and started body work at least on the lower half so I can get it welded in. I know I’ve said this a million times lol. Also did some garage mods this weekend. Picked up a nice heavy steel table and put some casters in it. And moved my old bench to the other side of the garage and picked up some bolt bin storage.
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A 67-68 grille came up for sale locally for cheap, so I picked it up so I could use the upper insert in mine.
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Wow it’s been a while. Took a break from the truck and did a backyard overhaul which consumed many months and dollars. I’m back on the truck tho after doing some side jobs to recoup some funds.
I picked up a set of iforged wheels in my attempt to have full control of the specs of my wheels on a budget. It looks like the rears will be 11.5” wide with 5” lips and the fronts will be 8.5” wide with 3” lips. In the pics they are 2” lips on the front and 3” on the rear. Other than that pretty much all the body panels have been sand blasted and are in epoxy primer now. Still have some metal work to do but will be a lot more manageable to keep everything from rusting. |
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New lips came in. They’re 5.5” wide not 5. So tat makes the wheels 12” wide
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I got the rear tires mounted today. They’re 315/35/20s definitely have some work to do to the inner bed sides |
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