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**LEEVON** · 09-28-2010, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by a5Ben

Leevon,

Whats the details on those trailing arms? What were they off of? Looking great BTW!

Thanks!
Ben

They're just '67-72 trailing arms with a modified crossmember. Easy as pie. And Thanks!

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Originally Posted by 67cheby

valve covers are awesome

Thanks! I'm glad I got them.

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Originally Posted by bjcaldwe

Good progress.

Appreciate it!

bjcaldwe · 09-28-2010, 11:06 AM

I am going to try and play a bit of catch up with you tonight after work. The goal is to get some more sheet metal off mine.

**CHIZZLER** · 10-03-2010, 11:28 PM

motor looks killer.nice video.

masshole · 10-04-2010, 06:59 AM

thats what i'm talkin about! lookin great, what kind of intake is that on your motor? i looks killer!
masshole

**67cheby** · 10-04-2010, 09:55 AM

sweet...nice vid

**LEEVON** · 10-04-2010, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by 99 to Life

the travel height looks great. I like how it isn't slammed too, just in case
something happens, it's nice to not be stranded. Everything is looking real good and clean. I really like the OG frames with MII on them, they look much cleaner than s-10 swaps. I think I might try and go that route on my next project, even though I got another s-10 frame and OG frame sitting and waiting.
good work and good tunes in the BG.

Thanks! The front could go to the ground but I want to be able to roll if I lose air, so I set the bumpstops to where the crossmember is about 2" off the ground. Gave me some peace of mind. I debated on the frame issue for along time, at the end of the day I decided that putting some more money into the stock frame would pay off in the long run. It adds resale value in my opinion.

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Originally Posted by CHIZZLER

motor looks killer.nice video.

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by masshole

thats what i'm talkin about! lookin great, what kind of intake is that on your motor? i looks killer!
masshole

Edelbrock LS1 Victor Jr. Thanks!

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Originally Posted by 67cheby

sweet...nice vid

You like my helper? She thought the airbags were cool until they started hissing then she ran off.

Tri5Nerd · 10-04-2010, 03:47 PM

Really nice setup you got there.
How many more horses does the Victor Jr with carb gives over the stock LS6 intake and TB setup if the bottom end is stock?

What made you go that route?

Tri5

kustombrad · 10-12-2010, 10:02 AM

Dude, that soooo freakin' sucks! I'm sorry!
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xpickup · 10-12-2010, 03:27 PM

LEEVON, It just seems like everything that you buy is junk. It would also be the very last bolt! Sorry about that.

ratty 46 · 10-12-2010, 06:31 PM

Ya ... that would have pissed me off too.

Better days are on the way. Don't sweat it. Life is way to short.

Ratty 46

**LEEVON** · 10-12-2010, 09:52 PM

Ah, no sweat really. A replacement is on the way, trans will be in by the weekend!

Detroit3100 · 10-13-2010, 01:53 PM

great build. Did you ever switch to the LS1 oil pan or are you still running the truck pan? do you have any motor mount pics...my 6.0L seems to sit low, espically the pan when I have it air'd down.

**LEEVON** · 10-13-2010, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Detroit3100

great build. Did you ever switch to the LS1 oil pan or are you still running the truck pan? do you have any motor mount pics...my 6.0L seems to sit low, espically the pan when I have it air'd down.

Yes, I did have to switch to the LS1 pan, the truck pan was about 4" below the front crossmember and hit the ground first. The LS1 pan is about 1" above it, just perfect. It was kind of a fiasco though.. I bought a pan cheap, cleaned it up I discovered that it was badly broken in two places. I took it to a boat shop and the guy was supposed to call before doing any repairs to let me know how much $$$. Well he called after it was done and needed $250. I told him to keep it! But he said he'd let me have it for $150 cash...so I took it home and then realized the repairs were crappy. I'm hoping it doesn't crack or leak.

I'll get some engine mount pics for you.

nickp51chevy · 10-13-2010, 05:10 PM

I saw this thread a while ago; when you first got it. I thought I was subscribed, but I guess I wasn't. I just found it again. You've been busy.

I thought about doing the trailing arm set up on my '51. Looks like that is working out great for ya.

**LEEVON** · 10-13-2010, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by nickp51chevy

I saw this thread a while ago; when you first got it. I thought I was subscribed, but I guess I wasn't. I just found it again. You've been busy.

I thought about doing the trailing arm set up on my '51. Looks like that is working out great for ya.

Yeah, the arms worked out great. I think the ride will be worth it. I've been through your build a few times too, I love the s-10 bed, still considering doing that in Popeye.

nickp51chevy · 10-13-2010, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by LEEVON

Yeah, the arms worked out great. I think the ride will be worth it. I've been through your build a few times too, I love the s-10 bed, still considering doing that in Popeye.

I thought about doing the S-10 bed but I decided not to. The pix of that on my build thread are from Bluejeep; he put the S-10 bed in his.

**67cheby** · 10-14-2010, 09:39 AM

the s-10 bed thing had my curiosity up, so i had to check that out , i think that would be killer on POPEYE, i like it with the tubs in it in case you ever run wider wheels

**LEEVON** · 10-14-2010, 10:18 AM

I might have to do some small tubs, looks like I've only got 1/2 tire clearance at ride height. Surely an S-10 bed can be found cheap.

breezy · 11-06-2010, 09:17 PM

Thanks I have my moments.Yours has me itchen to start my tube frame truck. I really wish I could sell the 71. I'm just getting tired of it. The only reason I want TBI is something to do more or less. 700r4 should be put together this week. I may try to get it in next weekend.

**LEEVON** · 11-21-2010, 09:39 PM

The transmission is finally in for good and the Hurst shifter cleaned up real nice after a soak in oxalic acid and some soda blasting then a little grease. It shifts nice and smooth, not sloppy like I expected. I also mocked-up the brake booster and decided that I'm going to move it up to the firewall. The brake arm hits the clutch arm and also there is no room for exhaust on that side.

I spent some time yesterday modifying the center crossmember to make room for the driveshaft. Luckily I had some 1/4" plate and was able to cut a section out and fab a hump. I have a driveshaft being made next week.

As you can see I have a large but manageable to-do list left for the chassis! This week is brake lines...

FnLow69 · 11-21-2010, 10:07 PM

looks good man....

**CHIZZLER** · 11-21-2010, 11:23 PM

Looking good leevon.

**67cheby** · 11-22-2010, 10:20 AM

looking good man

bjcaldwe · 11-22-2010, 12:10 PM

Nice. Ive got one of those boards in my garage too, but not as much marked off.

**fishnixon** · 11-30-2010, 12:53 AM

Nice thread Leevon...Great work. I'm learning as I lurk on the site. The under frame power brake setup and your exhaust situation is an eye opener. I have a bone stock 55 second generation big window shortbox and plans are formulating, but reading and doing research are going to pay off. I'll keep lurking, and you keep posting pictures...deal? You're son is going to love the truck when it's done!

Rob

09-28-2010, 11:06 AM	#2
bjcaldwe Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 1,169	Re: Project "Popeye" I am going to try and play a bit of catch up with you tonight after work. The goal is to get some more sheet metal off mine. __________________ My AD Truck Build Thread 52 GMC one day laying on the running boards 2004 Chevy Crewcab. 3/5 and notched

10-03-2010, 11:28 PM	#3
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: Project "Popeye" motor looks killer.nice video. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

10-04-2010, 06:59 AM	#4
masshole Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: south shore Ma Posts: 72	Re: Project "Popeye" thats what i'm talkin about! lookin great, what kind of intake is that on your motor? i looks killer! masshole

10-04-2010, 09:55 AM	#5
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project "Popeye" sweet...nice vid __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

10-04-2010, 03:47 PM	#7
Tri5Nerd Tripple Five Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: USA Posts: 658	Re: Project "Popeye" Really nice setup you got there. How many more horses does the Victor Jr with carb gives over the stock LS6 intake and TB setup if the bottom end is stock? What made you go that route? Tri5 __________________ 1955 Chevy Stepside/LS1 drive train http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=371513

10-12-2010, 10:02 AM	#8
kustombrad Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: So. Cal. Posts: 452	Re: Project "Popeye" Dude, that soooo freakin' sucks! I'm sorry! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ It's all about the stance, baby! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=320546

10-12-2010, 03:27 PM	#9
xpickup Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: York, Pa. Posts: 1,386	Re: Project "Popeye" LEEVON, It just seems like everything that you buy is junk. It would also be the very last bolt! Sorry about that.

10-12-2010, 06:31 PM	#10
ratty 46 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Atlanta, Ga. Posts: 1,104	Re: Project "Popeye" Ya ... that would have pissed me off too. Better days are on the way. Don't sweat it. Life is way to short. Ratty 46

10-12-2010, 09:52 PM	#11
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Popeye" Ah, no sweat really. A replacement is on the way, trans will be in by the weekend! __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

10-13-2010, 01:53 PM	#12
Detroit3100 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Detroit Posts: 73	Re: Project "Popeye" great build. Did you ever switch to the LS1 oil pan or are you still running the truck pan? do you have any motor mount pics...my 6.0L seems to sit low, espically the pan when I have it air'd down.

10-13-2010, 05:10 PM	#14
nickp51chevy Registered Chevy Owner Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Snohomish, wa Posts: 1,557	Re: Project "Popeye" I saw this thread a while ago; when you first got it. I thought I was subscribed, but I guess I wasn't. I just found it again. You've been busy. I thought about doing the trailing arm set up on my '51. Looks like that is working out great for ya. __________________ Love is fleeting, but Chevy trucks are forever!!!! 1970 Chevy CST C10 long box 350/400 2008 Chevy Silverado short box 4x4 Had; 1951 Chevy short box 307/T5 1988 Chevy shot box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C20 long box 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 350/350

10-14-2010, 09:39 AM	#17
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project "Popeye" the s-10 bed thing had my curiosity up, so i had to check that out , i think that would be killer on POPEYE, i like it with the tubs in it in case you ever run wider wheels __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

10-14-2010, 10:18 AM	#18
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Popeye" I might have to do some small tubs, looks like I've only got 1/2 tire clearance at ride height. Surely an S-10 bed can be found cheap. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

11-06-2010, 09:17 PM	#19
breezy Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Palaskifield,Mo. Posts: 71	Re: Project "Popeye" Thanks I have my moments.Yours has me itchen to start my tube frame truck. I really wish I could sell the 71. I'm just getting tired of it. The only reason I want TBI is something to do more or less. 700r4 should be put together this week. I may try to get it in next weekend.

11-21-2010, 09:39 PM	#20
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Popeye" The transmission is finally in for good and the Hurst shifter cleaned up real nice after a soak in oxalic acid and some soda blasting then a little grease. It shifts nice and smooth, not sloppy like I expected. I also mocked-up the brake booster and decided that I'm going to move it up to the firewall. The brake arm hits the clutch arm and also there is no room for exhaust on that side. I spent some time yesterday modifying the center crossmember to make room for the driveshaft. Luckily I had some 1/4" plate and was able to cut a section out and fab a hump. I have a driveshaft being made next week. As you can see I have a large but manageable to-do list left for the chassis! This week is brake lines... Attached Images __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids Last edited by LEEVON; 11-21-2010 at 09:41 PM.



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11-21-2010, 10:07 PM	#21
FnLow69 Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Washington Posts: 848	Re: Project "Popeye" looks good man.... __________________ [PROJECT] FnLow69- 69 C-10 Full frame & layin' doors [PROJECT] Laidout53 - 53' Dodge Pickup, Full Kustom Build [PROJECT] "Hot Rod" 1931 Model A Bonneville style "Dream as if you'll live forever, Live as if you'll die today" ~ James Dean

11-21-2010, 11:23 PM	#22
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: Project "Popeye" Looking good leevon. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

11-22-2010, 10:20 AM	#23
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project "Popeye" looking good man __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

11-22-2010, 12:10 PM	#24
bjcaldwe Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 1,169	Re: Project "Popeye" Nice. Ive got one of those boards in my garage too, but not as much marked off. __________________ My AD Truck Build Thread 52 GMC one day laying on the running boards 2004 Chevy Crewcab. 3/5 and notched

11-30-2010, 12:53 AM	#25
fishnixon Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Ely, Minnesota Posts: 539	Re: Project "Popeye" Nice thread Leevon...Great work. I'm learning as I lurk on the site. The under frame power brake setup and your exhaust situation is an eye opener. I have a bone stock 55 second generation big window shortbox and plans are formulating, but reading and doing research are going to pay off. I'll keep lurking, and you keep posting pictures...deal? You're son is going to love the truck when it's done! Rob

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