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**joedoh** · 12-09-2018, 02:24 PM

that is looking super pretty man!

99 to Life · 12-10-2018, 11:52 AM

keep at it, don't give up.

J48chevy · 12-10-2018, 12:25 PM

Yeah definitely not giving up. Getting to that point now of wanting to hear it run for the first time.

99 to Life · 12-10-2018, 01:03 PM

yeah hearing the engine run is a big push in a build for sure. you'll get there.

99 to Life · 12-17-2018, 11:11 AM

I mounted my LS on stock frame 5" off frame. Kept the stock truck oil pan and gave nice clearance for headers. Trans tunnel was minimal.

J48chevy · 12-27-2018, 08:24 PM

Putting on motor parts. New ICT kit for moving the compressor in away from inner fender and also the ICT kit to relocate alternator down and give me more space between motor and radiator. Should work out great.

J48chevy · 12-27-2018, 08:27 PM

Also went with different steering wheel. Starting to look more and more like a truck every day.

**joedoh** · 12-27-2018, 09:01 PM

you should be proud, that looks great

J48chevy · 12-27-2018, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by joedoh

you should be proud, that looks great

Thanks. Learning as I go.

99 to Life · 12-27-2018, 10:01 PM

looks great

**Advanced Design** · 12-27-2018, 11:48 PM

Very nice!

**oldman3** · 12-28-2018, 12:05 AM

Looking great...Jim

Brads49 · 01-02-2019, 02:32 PM

very nice truck! great work!

**caseyjones** · 01-04-2019, 02:20 AM

Just wanted to say great work, and thanks again for the detailed photos of the steering setup - they helped a ton on the work I did on my truck last week. Good tip on the accessory brackets too, I'll be needing those on my truck.

I see you switched to coil-overs on the front at some point. what spring rate did you end up using on the coil-overs?

J48chevy · 01-04-2019, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by caseyjones

Just wanted to say great work, and thanks again for the detailed photos of the steering setup - they helped a ton on the work I did on my truck last week. Good tip on the accessory brackets too, I'll be needing those on my truck.

I see you switched to coil-overs on the front at some point. what spring rate did you end up using on the coil-overs?

That is what I love about this site. So many awesome projects and usually someone has been thru what we are trying to accomplish. Haha. Anyway my coil over kit is the QA1 kit from speedway. I went with the 600 spring rate. Have not had it on road yet but did have it on floor with everything bolted on. Seems ok.

Brads49 · 02-03-2019, 12:32 PM

I just received the same IFS from Southern Rods for my '49. Thank you for posting the pictures of your install it will help me to get mine installed!

J48chevy · 07-06-2019, 05:08 PM

Well still at it. Haven’t had much time but starting to make more progress. Hoping entire front and interior done in the next few weeks. Then exhaust and ready to fire it up. Really hoping to have it done by winter. Will see.

J48chevy · 07-06-2019, 05:10 PM

Engine coming along. Did I mention before that aftermarket body parts really suck. Lots of work to get the front end lined up for sure.

99 to Life · 07-08-2019, 11:58 PM

getting there. I couldn't imagine working with repops for the front.

J48chevy · 07-09-2019, 07:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 99 to Life

getting there. I couldn't imagine working with repops for the front.

I wouldn’t recommend it at all. Spent a lot of $$$$ on fenders and the drivers side I had to split by the cab and add material so it would fit. Not to mention the grill won’t line up without making adjustments to both inner fenders as well as the fenders. Lots of making new holes for sure. But then again that is the custom work we all deal with. 🤦🏼*♂️

99 to Life · 07-09-2019, 08:03 AM

yeah I'v spent alot of time on fenders even with patina trucks. I wanted to paint a truck a long time ago, started working on a rear fender and had 25hrs in it just to get to epoxy stage. Its a ton of work either way esp for painted trucks. Fitment takes soooo long too. I start running outta patience after a while! keep it up cause you are def about to drive that thing.

J48chevy · 07-09-2019, 09:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 99 to Life

yeah I'v spent alot of time on fenders even with patina trucks. I wanted to paint a truck a long time ago, started working on a rear fender and had 25hrs in it just to get to epoxy stage. Its a ton of work either way esp for painted trucks. Fitment takes soooo long too. I start running outta patience after a while! keep it up cause you are def about to drive that thing.

Thanks. Agree on the patience thing also. Haha. Just having fun and doing it all on my own. Well except for final paint. Hoping to hear it run for the first time soon.

99 to Life · 07-10-2019, 10:27 AM

hearing the engine run is a huge motivation factor. never gets old.

J48chevy · 03-30-2020, 09:06 PM

Been awhile since I have posted anything. Still at the super slow build. Anyhow few more updates.

J48chevy · 03-30-2020, 09:07 PM

Decided to go with the seatbelt latch for tailgate. Just starting on the bed.

12-09-2018, 02:24 PM	#1
joedoh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Doodah Kansas Posts: 7,773	Re: 1948 Chevy project that is looking super pretty man! __________________ the mass of men live lives of quiet desperation if there is a problem, I can have it. new project WAYNE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=844393

12-10-2018, 11:52 AM	#2
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: 1948 Chevy project keep at it, don't give up. __________________ 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

12-10-2018, 12:25 PM	#3
J48chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 304	Re: 1948 Chevy project Yeah definitely not giving up. Getting to that point now of wanting to hear it run for the first time. __________________ My Build: 1948 Chevy Thriftmaster. Mustang 2 front end, LS1, 700R trans, Explorer Rear end. http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=606670

12-10-2018, 01:03 PM	#4
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: 1948 Chevy project yeah hearing the engine run is a big push in a build for sure. you'll get there. __________________ 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

12-17-2018, 11:11 AM	#5
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: 1948 Chevy project I mounted my LS on stock frame 5" off frame. Kept the stock truck oil pan and gave nice clearance for headers. Trans tunnel was minimal. __________________ 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

12-27-2018, 08:24 PM	#6
J48chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 304	Re: 1948 Chevy project Putting on motor parts. New ICT kit for moving the compressor in away from inner fender and also the ICT kit to relocate alternator down and give me more space between motor and radiator. Should work out great. Attached Images __________________ My Build: 1948 Chevy Thriftmaster. Mustang 2 front end, LS1, 700R trans, Explorer Rear end. http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=606670 Last edited by J48chevy; 12-27-2018 at 08:32 PM.

12-27-2018, 08:27 PM	#7
J48chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 304	Re: 1948 Chevy project Also went with different steering wheel. Starting to look more and more like a truck every day. Attached Images __________________ My Build: 1948 Chevy Thriftmaster. Mustang 2 front end, LS1, 700R trans, Explorer Rear end. http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=606670

12-27-2018, 09:01 PM	#8
joedoh Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Doodah Kansas Posts: 7,773	Re: 1948 Chevy project you should be proud, that looks great __________________ the mass of men live lives of quiet desperation if there is a problem, I can have it. new project WAYNE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=844393

12-27-2018, 10:01 PM	#10
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: 1948 Chevy project looks great __________________ 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

12-27-2018, 11:48 PM	#11
Advanced Design Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Oblong, Illinois Posts: 7,028	Re: 1948 Chevy project Very nice! __________________ 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

12-28-2018, 12:05 AM	#12
oldman3 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: West Plains, Missouri Posts: 7,557	Re: 1948 Chevy project Looking 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 />

01-02-2019, 02:32 PM	#13
Brads49 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Oregon Posts: 55	Re: 1948 Chevy project very nice truck! great work!

01-04-2019, 02:20 AM	#14
caseyjones Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 529	Re: 1948 Chevy project Just wanted to say great work, and thanks again for the detailed photos of the steering setup - they helped a ton on the work I did on my truck last week. Good tip on the accessory brackets too, I'll be needing those on my truck. I see you switched to coil-overs on the front at some point. what spring rate did you end up using on the coil-overs? __________________ 1955 Long Distance Build 1964 GMC Palomino Tan Survivor 1964 C10 Survivor - Sold

02-03-2019, 12:32 PM	#16
Brads49 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: Oregon Posts: 55	Re: 1948 Chevy project I just received the same IFS from Southern Rods for my '49. Thank you for posting the pictures of your install it will help me to get mine installed!

07-06-2019, 05:08 PM	#17
J48chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 304	Re: 1948 Chevy project Well still at it. Haven’t had much time but starting to make more progress. Hoping entire front and interior done in the next few weeks. Then exhaust and ready to fire it up. Really hoping to have it done by winter. Will see. Attached Images __________________ My Build: 1948 Chevy Thriftmaster. Mustang 2 front end, LS1, 700R trans, Explorer Rear end. http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=606670



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07-06-2019, 05:10 PM	#18
J48chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 304	Re: 1948 Chevy project Engine coming along. Did I mention before that aftermarket body parts really suck. Lots of work to get the front end lined up for sure. Attached Images __________________ My Build: 1948 Chevy Thriftmaster. Mustang 2 front end, LS1, 700R trans, Explorer Rear end. http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=606670

07-08-2019, 11:58 PM	#19
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: 1948 Chevy project getting there. I couldn't imagine working with repops for the front. __________________ 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

07-09-2019, 08:03 AM	#21
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: 1948 Chevy project yeah I'v spent alot of time on fenders even with patina trucks. I wanted to paint a truck a long time ago, started working on a rear fender and had 25hrs in it just to get to epoxy stage. Its a ton of work either way esp for painted trucks. Fitment takes soooo long too. I start running outta patience after a while! keep it up cause you are def about to drive that thing. __________________ 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

07-10-2019, 10:27 AM	#23
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: 1948 Chevy project hearing the engine run is a huge motivation factor. never gets old. __________________ 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

03-30-2020, 09:06 PM	#24
J48chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 304	Re: 1948 Chevy project Been awhile since I have posted anything. Still at the super slow build. Anyhow few more updates. Attached Images __________________ My Build: 1948 Chevy Thriftmaster. Mustang 2 front end, LS1, 700R trans, Explorer Rear end. http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=606670

03-30-2020, 09:07 PM	#25
J48chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Michigan Posts: 304	Re: 1948 Chevy project Decided to go with the seatbelt latch for tailgate. Just starting on the bed. Attached Images __________________ My Build: 1948 Chevy Thriftmaster. Mustang 2 front end, LS1, 700R trans, Explorer Rear end. http://http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=606670

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