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99 to Life · 01-03-2015, 08:43 PM

looking good sarge, dang cabs are always hiding something. I literally just assume I gotta put almost all new patches in any of the ones I come across. Except a 54' I got lined up to do for a guy. Its from out west and is the most solid thing I'v ever seen in person.

oossuuu754 · 01-04-2015, 06:56 PM

SKYMANGS:Spent the day removing Cecil accessories, cleaning, and painting everything. Engine is in for the last time.

skymangs · 01-05-2015, 02:21 AM

Thanks 99. Rust repair seems to be the phrase of the day around here for sure!

oossuuu754 · 01-05-2015, 10:42 AM

SKYMANGS: This is before and after straightening and cleaning the left intake runner, using a kit composed of 6 stainless steel balls.

oossuuu754 · 01-05-2015, 10:45 AM

SKYMANGS: Pic 1 is the right runner before straightening. Lots of dings. The kit doesn't make them perfect, but they are a damn sight better than they started out! PIC 2 is the finished runners ready for install.

oossuuu754 · 01-05-2015, 10:48 AM

SKYMANGS:When shawn brought me this TPI motor, it was missing the push rods, lifters, guide plates, and retaining bracket. I quickly discovered that it was cheaper to buy a whole core engine than to buy the parts individually. This is the doner motor, i was told it has a rod knock. $150, with a complete enact valve train. Second pic is transplanted into the TPI motor.

oossuuu754 · 01-05-2015, 10:52 AM

SKYMANGS:

Here's Cecil's buttoned up powerplant.

**oldman3** · 01-05-2015, 11:26 AM

Looks great...Jim

oossuuu754 · 01-05-2015, 04:07 PM

SKYMANGS
I added a personal touch to Cecil. Hand striping in engine color on the intake and raised lettering... Gotta make it stand out in a crowd so it doesn't look like all the other slammed, patina'd, and Tuned Port injected '53 Chevy trucks on 18's and 20's in the parking lot!

And Chris, I certainly appreciate all the attention detail you are doing with Cecil's transformation!

**Advanced Design** · 01-05-2015, 08:54 PM

That looks really good! What are the intake runners coated with? If you have time, could you show the stainless ball kit used to fix the dings in the runners? Thanks!

skymangs · 01-05-2015, 11:45 PM

Thanks. I'll post pics of the straightening set tomorrow. Tubes are coated in 2000 degree natural cast aluminum engine paint.

**oldman3** · 01-06-2015, 12:43 AM

Nice job Chris...Jim

skymangs · 01-07-2015, 12:28 AM

Thanks Jim. I'm trying to add a little extra cool on this one!

oossuuu754 · 01-07-2015, 10:36 AM

SKYMANGS:So today I got the motor pretty much prepped for initial start up. Struggled with a broken IAC sensor in the throttle body, but eventually got it out. All the wiring is routed, battery cables on, fuel system complete, and manifolds on. Tomorrow I'll fill the crank case, prime the oil pump, and give it hell. Assuming the distributor shows up as expected, of course.

oossuuu754 · 01-07-2015, 10:39 AM

More Pics

oossuuu754 · 01-07-2015, 10:41 AM

SKYMANGS:I stole the flange ends from the 2.8 v6 and modified them to work on the TPI motor (one more problem solved). The rest of the exhaust will get built tomorrow as well.

oossuuu754 · 01-07-2015, 06:29 PM

SKYMANGS:Graphics shop finished up my prop for the speedo face today. Damn nice match!

IWanna49 · 01-08-2015, 02:34 PM

Don't know how I missed this thread either!! Excellent work and vision by all. Really like the speedo option, Chris. Will you make the stickers available for purchase??

Sub'd!!!

skymangs · 01-09-2015, 12:25 AM

Never thought about selling them. There is a lot more to converting the speedo than just the faceplate. I guess I could set up an affordable kit for retro fitting the speedhut gauge in the stock housing. Lemme think on that one... Big news is that Cecil ran today, after a lot of cussing and spitting, and 2 days of diagnosis. I guess that injectors sitting for 27 years can be a little feisty!

skymangs · 01-09-2015, 12:31 AM

I'm sure Shawn will post up the video soon enough of the startup. It still needs an IAC replaced and some injector cleaner dumped in the tank. But I expect it will run like a champ after that.

oossuuu754 · 01-09-2015, 02:44 PM

Chris is a miracle worker! Behold the video proof that the engine not only looks good but it runs also!
https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v...42&pnref=story

ratty 46 · 01-09-2015, 04:08 PM

Well that has to feel good for both of you.

End is near ...

oossuuu754 · 01-09-2015, 04:23 PM

Just in case anyone was wondering what the 5.7TPI came from I present to you the 87 IROC-Z before and after circa 1987. Moral of the story don't let your Dad drive your car. Wait a minute, he was my age when this happened! Hmm better be careful LOL

IWanna49 · 01-09-2015, 06:22 PM

Ouch!!!!

skymangs · 01-11-2015, 10:52 PM

As requested, here's the pic of my balls... LOL. the one on the left is the resizing ball, the other 5 follow through to force the first one.

01-03-2015, 08:43 PM	#151
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI looking good sarge, dang cabs are always hiding something. I literally just assume I gotta put almost all new patches in any of the ones I come across. Except a 54' I got lined up to do for a guy. Its from out west and is the most solid thing I'v ever seen in person. __________________ 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

01-04-2015, 06:56 PM	#152
oossuuu754 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 395	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI SKYMANGS:*Spent the day removing Cecil accessories, cleaning, and painting everything. Engine is in for the last time.* Attached Images __________________ ---Shawn Cecil-1953 5 window build thread Skymangs..Chris of Old Sarge customs had a shop fire and was severly injured. To help with the medical bills and expenses a fund has been set up here....http://gofundme.com/c49h5mjx8 More details are here...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7253189

01-05-2015, 02:21 AM	#153
skymangs Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 2,690	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI Thanks 99. Rust repair seems to be the phrase of the day around here for sure! __________________ www.olesargecustoms.com email: chris@olesargecustoms.com '48 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=541904 '33 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6232888 '49 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6364475

01-05-2015, 10:42 AM	#154
oossuuu754 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 395	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI SKYMANGS: *This is before and after straightening and cleaning the left intake runner, using a kit composed of 6 stainless steel balls.* Attached Images __________________ ---Shawn Cecil-1953 5 window build thread Skymangs..Chris of Old Sarge customs had a shop fire and was severly injured. To help with the medical bills and expenses a fund has been set up here....http://gofundme.com/c49h5mjx8 More details are here...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7253189

01-05-2015, 10:45 AM	#155
oossuuu754 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 395	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI SKYMANGS: Pic 1 is the right runner before straightening. Lots of dings. The kit doesn't make them perfect, but they are a damn sight better than they started out! PIC 2 is the finished runners ready for install. Attached Images __________________ ---Shawn Cecil-1953 5 window build thread Skymangs..Chris of Old Sarge customs had a shop fire and was severly injured. To help with the medical bills and expenses a fund has been set up here....http://gofundme.com/c49h5mjx8 More details are here...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7253189

01-05-2015, 10:48 AM	#156
oossuuu754 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 395	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI SKYMANGS:When shawn brought me this TPI motor, it was missing the push rods, lifters, guide plates, and retaining bracket. I quickly discovered that it was cheaper to buy a whole core engine than to buy the parts individually. This is the doner motor, i was told it has a rod knock. $150, with a complete enact valve train. Second pic is transplanted into the TPI motor. Attached Images __________________ ---Shawn Cecil-1953 5 window build thread Skymangs..Chris of Old Sarge customs had a shop fire and was severly injured. To help with the medical bills and expenses a fund has been set up here....http://gofundme.com/c49h5mjx8 More details are here...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7253189

01-05-2015, 10:52 AM	#157
oossuuu754 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 395	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI SKYMANGS: *Here's Cecil's buttoned up powerplant.* Attached Images __________________ ---Shawn Cecil-1953 5 window build thread Skymangs..Chris of Old Sarge customs had a shop fire and was severly injured. To help with the medical bills and expenses a fund has been set up here....http://gofundme.com/c49h5mjx8 More details are here...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7253189

01-05-2015, 11:26 AM	#158
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI Looks great...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

01-05-2015, 04:07 PM	#159
oossuuu754 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 395	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI SKYMANGS I added a personal touch to Cecil. Hand striping in engine color on the intake and raised lettering... Gotta make it stand out in a crowd so it doesn't look like all the other slammed, patina'd, and Tuned Port injected '53 Chevy trucks on 18's and 20's in the parking lot! And Chris, I certainly appreciate all the attention detail you are doing with Cecil's transformation! Attached Images __________________ ---Shawn Cecil-1953 5 window build thread Skymangs..Chris of Old Sarge customs had a shop fire and was severly injured. To help with the medical bills and expenses a fund has been set up here....http://gofundme.com/c49h5mjx8 More details are here...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7253189

01-05-2015, 08:54 PM	#160
Advanced Design Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oblong, Illinois Posts: 7,028	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI That looks really good! What are the intake runners coated with? If you have time, could you show the stainless ball kit used to fix the dings in the runners? Thanks! __________________ Doug Advanced Design’s 1977 Blazer Build Advanced Design's '48 'Burb Build Mrs Advanced Design's '72 Suburban Advanced Design's 56 BelAir LS swap

01-05-2015, 11:45 PM	#161
skymangs Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 2,690	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI Thanks. I'll post pics of the straightening set tomorrow. Tubes are coated in 2000 degree natural cast aluminum engine paint. __________________ www.olesargecustoms.com email: chris@olesargecustoms.com '48 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=541904 '33 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6232888 '49 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6364475

01-06-2015, 12:43 AM	#162
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,559	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI Nice job Chris...Jim __________________ my build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=459839 Jimbo's long bed step build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...t=464626<br />

01-07-2015, 12:28 AM	#163
skymangs Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 2,690	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI Thanks Jim. I'm trying to add a little extra cool on this one! __________________ www.olesargecustoms.com email: chris@olesargecustoms.com '48 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=541904 '33 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6232888 '49 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6364475

01-07-2015, 10:36 AM	#164
oossuuu754 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 395	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI SKYMANGS:So today I got the motor pretty much prepped for initial start up. Struggled with a broken IAC sensor in the throttle body, but eventually got it out. All the wiring is routed, battery cables on, fuel system complete, and manifolds on. Tomorrow I'll fill the crank case, prime the oil pump, and give it hell. Assuming the distributor shows up as expected, of course. Attached Images __________________ ---Shawn Cecil-1953 5 window build thread Skymangs..Chris of Old Sarge customs had a shop fire and was severly injured. To help with the medical bills and expenses a fund has been set up here....http://gofundme.com/c49h5mjx8 More details are here...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7253189

01-07-2015, 10:39 AM	#165
oossuuu754 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 395	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI More Pics Attached Images __________________ ---Shawn Cecil-1953 5 window build thread Skymangs..Chris of Old Sarge customs had a shop fire and was severly injured. To help with the medical bills and expenses a fund has been set up here....http://gofundme.com/c49h5mjx8 More details are here...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7253189



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01-07-2015, 10:41 AM	#166
oossuuu754 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 395	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI SKYMANGS:*I stole the flange ends from the 2.8 v6 and modified them to work on the TPI motor (one more problem solved). The rest of the exhaust will get built tomorrow as well.* Attached Images __________________ ---Shawn Cecil-1953 5 window build thread Skymangs..Chris of Old Sarge customs had a shop fire and was severly injured. To help with the medical bills and expenses a fund has been set up here....http://gofundme.com/c49h5mjx8 More details are here...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7253189

01-07-2015, 06:29 PM	#167
oossuuu754 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 395	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI SKYMANGS:*Graphics shop finished up my prop for the speedo face today. Damn nice match!* Attached Images __________________ ---Shawn Cecil-1953 5 window build thread Skymangs..Chris of Old Sarge customs had a shop fire and was severly injured. To help with the medical bills and expenses a fund has been set up here....http://gofundme.com/c49h5mjx8 More details are here...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7253189

01-08-2015, 02:34 PM	#168
IWanna49 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 198	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI Don't know how I missed this thread either!! Excellent work and vision by all. Really like the speedo option, Chris. Will you make the stickers available for purchase?? Sub'd!!! __________________ -Greg '51 3600/s10 swap- in progress Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=641511

01-09-2015, 12:25 AM	#169
skymangs Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 2,690	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI Never thought about selling them. There is a lot more to converting the speedo than just the faceplate. I guess I could set up an affordable kit for retro fitting the speedhut gauge in the stock housing. Lemme think on that one... Big news is that Cecil ran today, after a lot of cussing and spitting, and 2 days of diagnosis. I guess that injectors sitting for 27 years can be a little feisty! __________________ www.olesargecustoms.com email: chris@olesargecustoms.com '48 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=541904 '33 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6232888 '49 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6364475

01-09-2015, 12:31 AM	#170
skymangs Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 2,690	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI I'm sure Shawn will post up the video soon enough of the startup. It still needs an IAC replaced and some injector cleaner dumped in the tank. But I expect it will run like a champ after that. __________________ www.olesargecustoms.com email: chris@olesargecustoms.com '48 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=541904 '33 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6232888 '49 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6364475

01-09-2015, 02:44 PM	#171
oossuuu754 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 395	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI Chris is a miracle worker! Behold the video proof that the engine not only looks good but it runs also! https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v...42&pnref=story __________________ ---Shawn Cecil-1953 5 window build thread Skymangs..Chris of Old Sarge customs had a shop fire and was severly injured. To help with the medical bills and expenses a fund has been set up here....http://gofundme.com/c49h5mjx8 More details are here...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7253189 Last edited by oossuuu754; 01-09-2015 at 02:45 PM. Reason: update link

01-09-2015, 04:08 PM	#172
ratty 46 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Atlanta, Ga. Posts: 1,104	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI Well that has to feel good for both of you. End is near ...

01-09-2015, 04:23 PM	#173
oossuuu754 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 395	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI Just in case anyone was wondering what the 5.7TPI came from I present to you the 87 IROC-Z before and after circa 1987. Moral of the story don't let your Dad drive your car. Wait a minute, he was my age when this happened! Hmm better be careful LOL Attached Images __________________ ---Shawn Cecil-1953 5 window build thread Skymangs..Chris of Old Sarge customs had a shop fire and was severly injured. To help with the medical bills and expenses a fund has been set up here....http://gofundme.com/c49h5mjx8 More details are here...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7253189

01-09-2015, 06:22 PM	#174
IWanna49 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 198	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI Ouch!!!! __________________ -Greg '51 3600/s10 swap- in progress Build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=641511

01-11-2015, 10:52 PM	#175
skymangs Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Warrensburg, MO Posts: 2,690	Re: Cecil the 1953 5 window / S-10 / 5.7 TPI As requested, here's the pic of my balls... LOL. the one on the left is the resizing ball, the other 5 follow through to force the first one. Attached Images __________________ www.olesargecustoms.com email: chris@olesargecustoms.com '48 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=541904 '33 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6232888 '49 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6364475

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