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10-15-2014, 12:39 AM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
Thanks guys!
We will be running the Porterbuilt hood hinges, but really wanted to have a gas assisted setup. I sent the hinges over to Ben @ Alexander Speed (Bhelton) to have him work out the details and make the brackets for me. He made it all work and think they came out pretty nice. We will now have 60-66 gas assisted hood hinges! I will be picking them up when in Charlotte next week, and can't wait to get them installed.  
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10-15-2014, 01:49 AM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
how long until he produced that upgrade bracket for the hinges? I'm waiting for that exact setup!
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10-15-2014, 01:52 AM
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10-15-2014, 06:44 AM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
What gas strut did you use to hold up the heavy 60-66 hood?
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10-15-2014, 07:13 AM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
Can I get a set of brackets for the hood hinges? I already have the porterbuilt hood hinges just need the brackets for it for the shock assist. Is that possiable? Thanks. Trucks looking great. Think when mine gets done next spring I'll take it out west to do some shows and see how life out there is.
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10-15-2014, 12:34 PM
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10-15-2014, 12:46 PM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
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They had (4) 100lb struts on them. It wouldn't hold the hood up. Nate sent out (4) new 110lb struts to member hot trux, (who now owns Ginger),... and the hood now stays open.
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10-15-2014, 12:54 PM
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Wow 4x110 any other info on the gas struts. Where could I get them? |
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10-15-2014, 12:55 PM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
Keith,
Thanks for the info, and will definitely look into this. |
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10-15-2014, 02:39 PM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
Different struts are available if the 90lb one don't work
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11-17-2014, 08:10 AM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
haha.... I was there, but didn't bring the truck to the show.
At the time, PB didn't have the hinge upgrade, but yes, it is now available. |
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11-30-2014, 08:08 PM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
Been very busy with work all weekend, but managed to sneak away for a little bit, to get some work done on the truck. I recently sold my square body project, so this truck will now be a keeper, for sure. I removed the 14" Pro Performance kit, and installed the Baer brakes I was saving for my square body project.
Next weekend free to work on it, my Dad and I will hopefully be dropping in the engine.  
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11-30-2014, 09:26 PM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
Sweet finally it's a keeper
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12-01-2014, 12:11 AM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
Can't wait to see this one done. Nice talking to you at Dino's get down Travis.
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12-01-2014, 07:40 PM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
The brakes look super-sweet Travis!
How deep do I need to dig to get some of those? LOL! I learned that you forwarded a pic of my truck to Schott Wheels, which they posted on their Facebook page! I was going to wait until the truck was finished, but still a pleasant surprise!...Nice! Your truck is shaping-up nicely!
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12-02-2014, 05:03 AM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
Thanks! I am really looking forward to finishing this one, and finally having something to take to the shows and enjoy.
Your truck is coming out so nice and looks great with those wheels ...I had to share. They are new to Instagram, so I thought I would send them some C10's to show! I'll have to send them some finished pictures when you are done, if you don't mind as well. |
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12-02-2014, 06:05 PM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
sweet build!...I was wondering why in the hell would you sell that square!..now it makes sense...lol.
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12-03-2014, 10:26 AM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
Such a badass build!!
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12-03-2014, 02:32 PM
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12-05-2014, 02:25 PM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
The new cam and convertor came in from Texas Speed today. Went with the 224R cam and 3,000 stall convertor. Hopefully will be getting this installed next weekend, along with the f-body pan, and dropping it in the truck.
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12-14-2014, 11:16 PM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
Got some time to work on the truck this weekend again, and feel good about the progress made. I was able to get the engine torn down, cleaned up, and new cam installed. I am new to the LS engines, and was good to learn about them by taking them apart. As expected, these engine are quit different than the traditional SBC.
From there, we also got the brake lines ran along the frame, along with the fuel lines. I decided to run SS lines to the master cylinder form the frame. To do this, we did bulkhead fittings in the top of the frame, and will run up to the master from there. I plan on using the new Baer Remaster master cylinder.          
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12-15-2014, 01:57 AM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
Coming along very nicely
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12-15-2014, 02:33 AM
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Re: 63 C10 SWB Dropmember Build
I wish the gas shocks were available when I ordered my hinges too.
truck looks outstanding!
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