Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb

[BigDaddyV]

Thanks guys, You all are really making me feel good about this build!
I've been trying really hard to make this truck a one of a kind.
And so many people like Mike Losh and the guys at Porterbuilt
are making these dreams come true. I also talked with The guys at Accuair and we are working on getting an E-level set up for The "Storm"! Everyday I am so blessed to work with such great people like the afore mentioned and am so greatful to each of them for their support. So hopefully soon we all will be seeing this build really taking off!

[builtbyKane]

Looking great. Keep the momentum going and posting pictures for us.

[BigDaddyV]

where would be the best place to get 4-link rod ends? I've looked at the jimmy joints made by summit machine, but they are a little pricey.
Any suggestions?

[lolife99]

Originally Posted by BigDaddyV

where would be the best place to get 4-link rod ends? I've looked at the jimmy joints made by summit machine, but they are a little pricey.
Any suggestions?

Look here:
http://www.rodendsupply.com/

[BigDaddyV]

Thanks bud. I'll give them a call tonight.

[aggie91]

Read thru your thread. I like your progress.

Here is another source for Rod Ends. I have had good luck with them in the past. One of my orders got pushed out and they called me and I ended up getting an upgraded rod end for the same price since it was a manufacturing mistake that my order got pushed out. Seem to be good people.
http://www.midwestcontrol.com/

Here is a sample Chrome Moly, Nylon Race, 3/4-16 stem, 5/8 hole in the ball:
http://www.midwestcontrol.com/part.php?id=2036
good pricing at a Qty of 10 at $12.74 each

[Hardesty454]

Nice progress. Can't wait to see your link set up

[BigDaddyV]

Thx Guys and Karl, That place has the best prices I've seen yet. Thank. I'm hopeing to get those ordered soon to get all my bracketry lined up.

[BigDaddyV]

Well got my order placed for My link bars and they should be here by the end of the week. Hopefully I can post some new pics this weekend of some more progress Ordered from http://www.steinjager.com I emailed them cause I didnt get a tracking number and they called me in 15 mins w/ all the info. Awesome folks to deal with.

[BigDaddyV]

Got my 4 link bars in last night from Steinjäger! They are awesome! I did some test fitting with the brackets, & I am ready to get eveything lined up! These are killer!

[BigDaddyV]

oops, no pics.... lets try this again.

[chiefcfd]

I just read thru your build thread. Looking good. Keep up the good work. I was born in Anniston. Lived in Saks as a small kid. Now I'm up North. My mother still lives in Clay Co.

[BigDaddyV]

Thanks Chief.
I've been in a slump on my build, but Im about to get back kickin again. Got to get rid of some dead weight. Then its go time again.

[BigDaddyV]

Sorry guys for being gone so long. I have had alot going on. Just a quick update and hopefully I can get back kicking on this truck soon.
I have a deal in the works to hopefully get a Frame that already has been done the way I have been planning with all the PB parts, and MMW CA's + alot of extra goodies!
So keep your fingers crossed and wish me the best of luck. This will jump my built to the next level and get me really kicked to the next level!
Thanks for following along, my long and insain road of this build.

[808_67C10]

Signed up to watch how this one turns out... good luck on the frame.

[BigDaddyV]

Updates coming soon! I promise! and yall are gonna love it. Ill recap and show all my new direction once everything is here

[VWNate1]

Cool ! .

We'll be here.....

[BigDaddyV]

Anyone around Anniston Al. have 2 5x5 17" or bigger rims I could borrow for a weekend here soon to go pick up my new frame? I can pay a rental fee or let someone hold on to someting till they are returned. just call me at 256-452-3665. Riding to Roanoke VA. to get it soon.

[TBONE1964]

Originally Posted by BigDaddyV

I took the cluster apart and painted the plate in there. it wasn't hard. rattle can red and clear.

That does look nice. I just bought the same grant wood steering wheel for my 72. I can't wait to install it.

Keep up the good work,
Tom

[BigDaddyV]

Ok, no updates forever is killing me. I have a few, while im waiting for the big bomb to drop, so heres some of the small stuff I have been doing.
Pulled my axles and got the cleaned up

and cleand and primered my rearend


got a new high hump, from a fellow board member.

[BigDaddyV]

Also did some patch work to my new high hump... not the prettiest work



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[BigDaddyV]

I know everyone likes pics so here is the state of my truck atm.


Not much. but about to start patching some rust in the cab and tearing down the bed to raise the bed floor.

[mcbassin]

Very nice progress on your truck!

[knomadd]

That frame looks good! I'm liking your interior too. Nice color combo!

[BigDaddyV]

Thanks guys. Im getting motivated, my dad is helping me get the frame and it will really get my butt in gear to get it on the road