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thotfulspot · 05-12-2013, 12:59 PM

Hopefully he saved the dimensions for future builds. I'd hate to have to fly him out when I get to that point on my '57.
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thump16 · 05-12-2013, 01:16 PM

what yr headers and parts required?

Painter D · 05-13-2013, 10:18 PM

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what yr headers and parts required?

Not sure what year the manifolds are but they come on brand new LS3 crate motors , Ive been told they are Corvette manifolds. So you need the manifolds, 2.5" mandrel bends, and some 2.5" flanges, and thats it.
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thump16 · 05-13-2013, 11:07 PM

Cool, they appear to be 05 & up vette manifolds. Was there any problem or tips for welding the manifolds. i thought cast iron was tricky to weld unless i am wrong about their material composition. Thanks for the info.
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Mattyparty · 05-13-2013, 11:23 PM

Does anyone know if the same issues arise if you use a differnt motor? Like an lt1 for example?
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Painter D · 05-13-2013, 11:41 PM

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Cool, they appear to be 05 & up vette manifolds. Was there any problem or tips for welding the manifolds. i thought cast iron was tricky to weld unless i am wrong about their material composition. Thanks for the info.
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It can be tricky to weld to it , but it also depends on the cast that you're welding to. These manifolds were a good cast with good composition.

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Does anyone know if the same issues arise if you use a differnt motor? Like an lt1 for example?
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I have no idea.
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Painter D · 05-20-2013, 10:17 PM

I finally got all the sheetmetal permanently reinstalled ,so now it actually looks like a truck again. Before I put the radiator support back in I decided to flushmount the radiator flat up against it , so that's done too. While I was at it I smoothed up the headers some and applied some black coating to them.

Here's some pics

Delmo · 05-20-2013, 10:43 PM

Duuuude the truck is lookin sick. I was stoked to meet you and get to hang out in Texas. Thanks for the hospitality and introducing me to Chic Filet (not sure how its spelled). Great job on the truck man. Here is what I got the pleasure of Rollin to lunch in.
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broey · 05-20-2013, 11:27 PM

so much awesome work on this truck!!!

Kim57 · 05-20-2013, 11:59 PM

Looking real nice.
Kim

focusedontheprize · 05-21-2013, 09:38 AM

The truck is looking insane. Nice ride.

**lolife99** · 05-21-2013, 09:43 AM

Truck looks soooo good!

BB72CHEVKT · 05-21-2013, 10:55 AM

Awesome work as usual old neighbor.

72BlckButy · 05-21-2013, 09:31 PM

Nice work Danny.
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_Ogre · 05-22-2013, 10:30 PM

truck is looking goood

nice work on the headers

Bennett68C10 · 05-23-2013, 08:15 AM

Nice job on the headers, truck looks great
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72BlckButy · 05-23-2013, 02:18 PM

Might have missed it... do you have wheels picked out yet?

Painter D · 05-25-2013, 01:49 PM

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Might have missed it... do you have wheels picked out yet?

Probably gonna run some Delmo specials, not sure yet.
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thotfulspot · 05-25-2013, 05:30 PM

What size are the Delmo specials? I know he makes them in a 20" version, but not sure of the tire size. I plan on running a set but need to know the overall height to spec out a cam.
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Painter D · 05-27-2013, 09:34 PM

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What size are the Delmo specials? I know he makes them in a 20" version, but not sure of the tire size. I plan on running a set but need to know the overall height to spec out a cam.
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Run any size tire you want.
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jasonhall · 06-06-2013, 04:24 PM

Awesome build !!! I love these trucks !!
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Painter D · 06-09-2013, 11:28 PM

Got the fuel system plumbed , and got some other small stuff completed. Heres a pic

Kim57 · 06-10-2013, 01:12 AM

Looks nice and clean.
Kim

hotrodrookie · 06-11-2013, 03:38 PM

I'm loving this build. Did you run braided fuel line for the entire length? I'm curious because I'm gathering parts for my fuel system. I might have missed it, but what are you using for paint? I love the satin look.

Painter D · 06-11-2013, 10:19 PM

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I'm loving this build. Did you run braided fuel line for the entire length? I'm curious because I'm gathering parts for my fuel system. I might have missed it, but what are you using for paint? I love the satin look.

Yes I ran steel braided the entire length. The paint is BASF , basecoat clearcoat. I've been using Glasurit 923-55, extra matte clear

05-12-2013, 12:59 PM	#151
thotfulspot Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 198	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Hopefully he saved the dimensions for future builds. I'd hate to have to fly him out when I get to that point on my '57. Posted via Mobile Device

05-12-2013, 01:16 PM	#152
thump16 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Valdosta GA Posts: 708	Re: Locomotive Lugnut what yr headers and parts required?

05-13-2013, 11:07 PM	#154
thump16 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Valdosta GA Posts: 708	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Cool, they appear to be 05 & up vette manifolds. Was there any problem or tips for welding the manifolds. i thought cast iron was tricky to weld unless i am wrong about their material composition. Thanks for the info. Posted via Mobile Device

05-13-2013, 11:23 PM	#155
Mattyparty Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Wichita, ks Posts: 134	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Does anyone know if the same issues arise if you use a differnt motor? Like an lt1 for example? Posted via Mobile Device

05-20-2013, 10:17 PM	#157
Painter D Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW (Forney) Posts: 1,529	Re: Locomotive Lugnut I finally got all the sheetmetal permanently reinstalled ,so now it actually looks like a truck again. Before I put the radiator support back in I decided to flushmount the radiator flat up against it , so that's done too. While I was at it I smoothed up the headers some and applied some black coating to them. Here's some pics Attached Images __________________ '58 SWB Fleetside...Front & Rear Porterbuilt Dropmember, 6.0 LS /4L60E. Accuair E-level, 20 Billet Specialties (Vintecs) '63 Buick Riviera ... AccuAir E-level, 20" Billet Specialties (Vintecs) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=528853&page=5

05-20-2013, 10:43 PM	#158
Delmo Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Burbank CA Posts: 1,226	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Duuuude the truck is lookin sick. I was stoked to meet you and get to hang out in Texas. Thanks for the hospitality and introducing me to Chic Filet (not sure how its spelled). Great job on the truck man. Here is what I got the pleasure of Rollin to lunch in. Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

05-20-2013, 11:27 PM	#159
broey Square Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Phoenix Arizona Posts: 1,568	Re: Locomotive Lugnut so much awesome work on this truck!!! __________________ Squarebody Syndicate

05-20-2013, 11:59 PM	#160
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Looking real nice. Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

05-21-2013, 09:38 AM	#161
focusedontheprize Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: CA Posts: 846	Re: Locomotive Lugnut The truck is looking insane. Nice ride. __________________ "Dixie" - 1988 Chevrolet V30 CC DRW "3+3" \| 7.4L 454 (L19) \| TH400 \| 4" lift \| 35"s "Lucille" - 1949 Chevrolet 3100 (on hold)

05-21-2013, 09:43 AM	#162
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Truck looks soooo good! __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

05-21-2013, 10:55 AM	#163
BB72CHEVKT Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hideaway, TX Posts: 4,950	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Awesome work as usual old neighbor. __________________ 71 Suburban 350/700R4 Project Trixie 72 CHEVY,Highlander,SWB,396,T400

05-21-2013, 09:31 PM	#164
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Nice work Danny. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

05-22-2013, 10:30 PM	#165
_Ogre Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Motown Posts: 7,680	Re: Locomotive Lugnut truck is looking goood nice work on the headers __________________ cool, an ogre smiley Ogre's 58 Truk build how to put your truck year and build thread into your signature shop air compressor timer

05-23-2013, 08:15 AM	#166
Bennett68C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 5,518	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Nice job on the headers, truck looks great Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Keith 66 Suburban Burb Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751361 IG: bennett68c10

05-23-2013, 02:18 PM	#167
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Might have missed it... do you have wheels picked out yet? __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)



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05-25-2013, 05:30 PM	#169
thotfulspot Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 198	Re: Locomotive Lugnut What size are the Delmo specials? I know he makes them in a 20" version, but not sure of the tire size. I plan on running a set but need to know the overall height to spec out a cam. Posted via Mobile Device

06-06-2013, 04:24 PM	#171
jasonhall Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Stillwater Oklahoma Posts: 829	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Awesome build !!! I love these trucks !! Posted via Mobile Device

06-09-2013, 11:28 PM	#172
Painter D Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW (Forney) Posts: 1,529	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Got the fuel system plumbed , and got some other small stuff completed. Heres a pic Attached Images __________________ '58 SWB Fleetside...Front & Rear Porterbuilt Dropmember, 6.0 LS /4L60E. Accuair E-level, 20 Billet Specialties (Vintecs) '63 Buick Riviera ... AccuAir E-level, 20" Billet Specialties (Vintecs) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=528853&page=5

06-10-2013, 01:12 AM	#173
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: Locomotive Lugnut Looks nice and clean. Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

06-11-2013, 03:38 PM	#174
hotrodrookie Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Sacramento Posts: 425	Re: Locomotive Lugnut I'm loving this build. Did you run braided fuel line for the entire length? I'm curious because I'm gathering parts for my fuel system. I might have missed it, but what are you using for paint? I love the satin look.

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