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bigblock73 · 09-26-2010, 11:45 PM

Nice seats, I think they would look better without the headrest...and they might stick up above the back window too. Maybe you can run them without..at least for magazine shoots.

Just my opinion Dennis.

menace121978 · 09-26-2010, 11:57 PM

thanks Jeff... i value it buddy. i'll have to get the exact measurements to find out how tall they will be. to be honest i have been staring at these seats for a few days now and never even noticed those darn headrests

menace121978 · 09-27-2010, 12:00 AM

http://www.discountvantruck.com/truc...C10Lowback.htm

wow i feel like a real dumb @ss! here's the right link!!

*Stitch* · 09-27-2010, 12:05 AM

lol that's better...

bigblock73 · 09-27-2010, 12:08 AM

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Originally Posted by menace121978

http://www.discountvantruck.com/truc...C10Lowback.htm

wow i feel like a real dumb @ss! here's the right link!!

Now we are talking.

You need to go to bed earlier and get some sleep

menace121978 · 09-27-2010, 12:15 AM

thanks guys... i'm heading there now!

*nbpro* · 09-27-2010, 12:56 AM

looking good da Menace

silvereagle07 · 09-27-2010, 08:56 AM

I like those seats. Really nice.

**nlped** · 09-27-2010, 10:53 AM

Dennis, those seats are going to look amazing in the truck. And the guages are turning out great!

breeze85cten · 09-27-2010, 12:25 PM

What did you use to route your harness? Zip ties? I am about to route my harness from under my seat to the sensors but dont have anything yet to tie it to the frame or body to get it out of harms way.

JohnC · 09-27-2010, 01:52 PM

Gauges are turning out nice man! I knew Jeff would be able to help you out with some advice on them.

Those seats will look good in there too.

Have you noticed how the ball is starting to roll faster and faster yet?

STOCKISH · 09-27-2010, 02:19 PM

Gauges look sick man. Those seats will be realy comfy for long road trip to the Oklahoma meet in a year or so!

Great work man, keep it up.

mcbassin · 09-27-2010, 10:07 PM

The gauges turned out really nice! Looks like the seat is going to fit perfect too. For a minute I thought you had a sweet ring with diamonds and all.

menace121978 · 09-27-2010, 10:07 PM

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Originally Posted by nbpro

looking good da Menace

thanks buddy!

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Originally Posted by silvereagle07

I like those seats. Really nice.

thanks man... i sure hope they are as comfy as they look.

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Originally Posted by nlped

Dennis, those seats are going to look amazing in the truck. And the guages are turning out great!

thanks Ed! got more pics of them actually in the truck.

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Originally Posted by breeze85cten

What did you use to route your harness? Zip ties? I am about to route my harness from under my seat to the sensors but dont have anything yet to tie it to the frame or body to get it out of harms way.

i used lots of black tape, plastic 3/8 and 1/2" wire loom, and then C-type clips with a with a push on stud. i'll post a couple pics for you.

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Originally Posted by JohnC

Gauges are turning out nice man! I knew Jeff would be able to help you out with some advice on them.

Those seats will look good in there too.

Have you noticed how the ball is starting to roll faster and faster yet?

sort of... just keep running out of money now so i have to take a break every few weeks

she is defiantly coming together though

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Originally Posted by 1972SuperCheyenne

Gauges look sick man. Those seats will be realy comfy for long road trip to the Oklahoma meet in a year or so!

Great work man, keep it up.

thanks Josh! we'll have to call when we leave and see who makes the best time

well, i got a little more wiring done tonight. its at least 110* out in the garage too! hotttt!! i've been having to keep my garage shut to keep out the nosy neighbors too

here's a few pics of the gauges installed and lit up. enjoy!

menace121978 · 09-27-2010, 10:10 PM

more pics at a different angle in different light at a different time

and the pic of the loom clamp im using on the harness. btw, you can get them at napa

*Stitch* · 09-27-2010, 10:33 PM

Now that's what I'm talking about. It's about time you posted pics. Oh wait that's not you. That's me lol. They look great man

So Fresh and So Clean

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54Caddy · 09-27-2010, 10:36 PM

so how do they attach then dang have me and my dad drolling thinking of doing the upgrade but how would i wire in the turn signals with the stock harness ive heard it can cause some issues.

bigblock73 · 09-27-2010, 11:09 PM

Looks great Dennis!!!

Can you confirm if your large gauges have studs 4 7/8" apart and are diagonal vs. straight across like the small ones? Better yet, can you post up a pic of the back of them?

menace121978 · 09-27-2010, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Stitch

Now that's what I'm talking about. It's about time you posted pics. Oh wait that's not you. That's me lol. They look great man

So Fresh and So Clean

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thanks buddy

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Originally Posted by 54Caddy

so how do they attach then dang have me and my dad drolling thinking of doing the upgrade but how would i wire in the turn signals with the stock harness ive heard it can cause some issues.

you wont even have to touch your turn signals. they stay in the stock location with the stock bulbs and wiring... stay tuned and i'll show you

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Originally Posted by bigblock73

Looks great Dennis!!!

Can you confirm if your large gauges have studs 4 7/8" apart and are diagonal vs. straight across like the small ones? Better yet, can you post up a pic of the back of them?

Jeff, i just measured and mine are exactly 3" from stud to stud. here's a couple pics...

bigblock73 · 09-27-2010, 11:29 PM

With the gauges mounted in the dash, are the studs running horizontally across, straight in line like your small gauges, or are they staggered?

54Caddy · 09-27-2010, 11:29 PM

dang you need to do a full write up on this dennis it would help or ill send you the parts and ship me it all completed ahahaha..

menace121978 · 09-27-2010, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by bigblock73

With the gauges mounted in the dash, are the studs running horizontally across, straight in line like your small gauges, or are they staggered?

they are running in a straight line buddy... i just double checked

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Originally Posted by 54Caddy

dang you need to do a full write up on this dennis it would help or ill send you the parts and ship me it all completed ahahaha..

basically Swervin and Jeff here have it covered on Jeff's website 73-87.com

the best advice i can give you is order the gauges and don't be scared about tearing them apart

then follow the directions on Jeff's awesome writeup. the only difference is i used the smaller 2 1/16" gauges

smokedat · 09-27-2010, 11:58 PM

Coming right along .I like those gauges they light up real nice. Good one on the calipers

**nlped** · 09-28-2010, 07:54 AM

Dennis, those look great! You are really movin' along now. Can you almost taste it?

JohnC · 09-28-2010, 10:45 AM

Man those look even better lit up! I can't wait to see the tach and speedo in there.

09-26-2010, 11:45 PM	#1901
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,826	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Nice seats, I think they would look better without the headrest...and they might stick up above the back window too. Maybe you can run them without..at least for magazine shoots. Just my opinion Dennis. __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale Last edited by bigblock73; 09-26-2010 at 11:46 PM.

09-26-2010, 11:57 PM	#1902
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) thanks Jeff... i value it buddy. i'll have to get the exact measurements to find out how tall they will be. to be honest i have been staring at these seats for a few days now and never even noticed those darn headrests __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-27-2010, 12:00 AM	#1903
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) http://www.discountvantruck.com/truc...C10Lowback.htm wow i feel like a real dumb @ss! here's the right link!! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-27-2010, 12:05 AM	#1904
Stitch Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Where I come from, it's cornbread and chicken... Posts: 3,122	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) lol that's better...

09-27-2010, 12:15 AM	#1906
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) thanks guys... i'm heading there now! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

09-27-2010, 12:56 AM	#1907
nbpro Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Huntsville,AL Posts: 2,119	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) looking good da Menace

09-27-2010, 08:56 AM	#1908
silvereagle07 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bailey, NC Posts: 2,462	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) I like those seats. Really nice. __________________ Jeramy '84 GMC project truck '85 Chevy 4X4 SOLD '07 Chevy Trailblazer SS 5th Annual SHPHC Car/Truck Show Pics http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543605 UPDATED PICS! CHECK 'EM OUT

09-27-2010, 10:53 AM	#1909
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Dennis, those seats are going to look amazing in the truck. And the guages are turning out great! __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

09-27-2010, 12:25 PM	#1910
breeze85cten Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 162	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) What did you use to route your harness? Zip ties? I am about to route my harness from under my seat to the sensors but dont have anything yet to tie it to the frame or body to get it out of harms way.

09-27-2010, 01:52 PM	#1911
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Gauges are turning out nice man! I knew Jeff would be able to help you out with some advice on them. Those seats will look good in there too. Have you noticed how the ball is starting to roll faster and faster yet?

09-27-2010, 02:19 PM	#1912
STOCKISH Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wake Forest NC Posts: 5,782	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Gauges look sick man. Those seats will be realy comfy for long road trip to the Oklahoma meet in a year or so! Great work man, keep it up. __________________ --Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with.

09-27-2010, 10:07 PM	#1913
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) The gauges turned out really nice! Looks like the seat is going to fit perfect too. For a minute I thought you had a sweet ring with diamonds and all. __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

09-27-2010, 10:10 PM	#1915
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) more pics at a different angle in different light at a different time and the pic of the loom clamp im using on the harness. btw, you can get them at napa Attached Images __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

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09-27-2010, 10:36 PM	#1917
54Caddy GM Addicted Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Visalia, Ca Posts: 2,291	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) so how do they attach then dang have me and my dad drolling thinking of doing the upgrade but how would i wire in the turn signals with the stock harness ive heard it can cause some issues. __________________ ..Mac’s Garage.. 73 GMC, 54 Caddy, 2010 Silverado, 68 C10 RIP DAd My 73 GMC Truck Build Pic 2010 Silverado 4/6 on 24s IG:MacsGarage



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09-27-2010, 11:09 PM	#1918
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,826	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Looks great Dennis!!! Can you confirm if your large gauges have studs 4 7/8" apart and are diagonal vs. straight across like the small ones? Better yet, can you post up a pic of the back of them? __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

09-27-2010, 11:29 PM	#1920
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,826	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) With the gauges mounted in the dash, are the studs running horizontally across, straight in line like your small gauges, or are they staggered? __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

09-27-2010, 11:29 PM	#1921
54Caddy GM Addicted Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Visalia, Ca Posts: 2,291	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) dang you need to do a full write up on this dennis it would help or ill send you the parts and ship me it all completed ahahaha.. __________________ ..Mac’s Garage.. 73 GMC, 54 Caddy, 2010 Silverado, 68 C10 RIP DAd My 73 GMC Truck Build Pic 2010 Silverado 4/6 on 24s IG:MacsGarage

09-27-2010, 11:58 PM	#1923
smokedat Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: santa paula Ca Posts: 772	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Coming right along .I like those gauges they light up real nice. Good one on the calipers

09-28-2010, 07:54 AM	#1924
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado) Dennis, those look great! You are really movin' along now. Can you almost taste it? __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

09-28-2010, 10:45 AM	#1925
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