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Rust Buster · 04-25-2008, 03:05 AM

Richard,
We do need to check out each other's projects, I'm just tied up straight, since I'm in source selection at work.
I normally use a cutoff wheel on my electric grinder, but I also have a Bosch sheer for curves. Unfortunately my plasma cutter is still in MA...

RICHARD MORGAN · 04-25-2008, 03:23 AM

You did a nice job!

I’m actually buying a plasma cutter this week, your more than welcome to borrow it. I'll be working on my truck this weekend, swing by if you get the chance.

Richard

JJ · 05-08-2008, 08:59 AM

Two things I was wondering about, Did you bend your own fuel lines? And were you able to use the stock emergency brake linkage with the rear discs?
I am completely impressed by what you've posted so far, keep up the great work, and please keep posting the pictures.

Rust Buster · 05-08-2008, 03:36 PM

JJ,
I haven't done any fuel lines yet, but will be using Aeroquip's socketless hose. I've used it in the past and it is great and eliminates the need for bending. Haven't gotten to the e-brake yet either, but I will let you know what I end up using.
Thanks for the compliments!

JJ · 06-11-2008, 01:25 AM

I have checked back several times, after showing the build to just about everyone that stops by and even cares about what I'm building. I'm wondering if you've gotten any further on the fuel lines? Can you tell me where I can find information on the product you're going to use?
Again, keep up the good work. For the record, the people I've showed your build were duly impressed.

72blazer_mud_bogger · 06-11-2008, 08:24 PM

the fuel lines he is using i looked up and found in summit racing

Rust Buster · 06-12-2008, 11:21 PM

JJ, mud bogger is right, they are aeroquip socketless hose that you can get from Summit and probably Jegs. I used it before when I converted the truck to TBI and really liked it. It definitely beats bending steel tubing. I haven't gotten to putting the fuel system back together yet, but when I do I will post plenty of pics. Thanks for the compliments!

72blazer_mud_bogger · 06-13-2008, 08:39 PM

rust buster do you know how to run a gravity line

Rust Buster · 06-13-2008, 10:35 PM

What do you mean by that? Just a gravity fed fuel line?

72blazer_mud_bogger · 06-14-2008, 02:08 PM

i was talking to someone about taking my fuel tank off the bottom of my blazer and running to full size kegs, and they told me it would just be easier to run gravity lines from them, i don't know what that is. i was just thinking about swapping my manual fuel pump to an electric fuel pump and just run seperate lines to each keg they set it up with a switch to change the tanks back and forth, for those long days in the woods or camping in the mountains. but i still dont know what a gravity line is???????????

watahyahknow · 06-14-2008, 02:57 PM

i think they mean running lines from under the tank so its allways fed (disconnect the lines and the tank empties )
normally they run the lines from the top to the bottom

msgross · 08-10-2008, 02:07 PM

any updates?

nice meeting you at Carlisle, keep in touch...

Rust Buster · 08-10-2008, 04:02 PM

Mike, good to finally meet you at Carlisle! I can't believe I haven't updated the build in so long. Partly due to the garage being so damn hot, and also because progress has been really slow aligning panels and getting everything ready for the final body work.

I'm on my third 67-68 hood trying to get one that lines up well with my fenders. Seems like every panel for these trucks has their unique shapes, and they all fit differently. I finally started to fix the problem with my hood not meeting the GMC top grille bar nice and flat. I welded on some angle iron to the bottom of the hood to ensure that it was flat and now I need to shape the rest to of it to match the contour of the hood and bar.

One more weekend of that kind of work, then I should be able to start the filler work. I can't wait for fall and the cooler weather! Threw the toolbox in there becuase I wasn't sure if I had done so before.

Rust Buster · 08-10-2008, 04:04 PM

Hood work

72blazer_mud_bogger · 08-10-2008, 08:36 PM

how do you keep your alt from touching the valve cover. did you clock the alt. or what any help would be great

Rust Buster · 08-10-2008, 09:18 PM

I didn't have to do anything, there is not interference between the alternator and the valve cover. I used a late model SBC serpentine system and had no problems with clearance.

72blazer_mud_bogger · 08-10-2008, 10:47 PM

then can you take some closer pics of the mount and alt and around the valve cover

MrBeast · 08-17-2008, 11:40 AM

Rust buster, that thing is looking sharp, Keep up the good work.

I am going to be diving into mine like that in the next couple of months. Crazyness!

msgross · 08-17-2008, 11:44 AM

How did you like the HVLP system? I'm waiting for you to sell yours so hurry up and paint!

Rust Buster · 08-17-2008, 03:29 PM

72blazer_mud_bogger,
I should have those pics tonight, sorry for the delay.

Mike,
I do like it, still tweaking the settings on the gun, but bought a few different needle sizes, and that has helped. With all that money you collected selling at Carlisle, just go buy one, you'll use it for the rest of your life!!

Rust Buster · 08-17-2008, 04:02 PM

It's close and may need some modification, but I can make it work

msgross · 08-17-2008, 05:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rust Buster

With all that money you collected selling at Carlisle, just go buy one, you'll use it for the rest of your life!!

I came home with a dollar after I bought all new sheetmetal!

But my new bed, floors and fenders looks nice.

You used expoxy primer after you had it blasted right?

Rust Buster · 08-18-2008, 09:31 PM

yes, I used the Southern Polyurethanes, great stuff!

67_C-30 · 08-18-2008, 10:21 PM

If you still need a name, how about Butt Nasty! - This is one awesome build! You guys are going to make me buy a 4X4!!

MrBeast · 08-18-2008, 10:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67_C-30

If you still need a name, how about Butt Nasty! - This is one awesome build! You guys are going to make me buy a 4X4!!

You could always convert your dually.... I am just sayin... dont want mine to be the only one in the 4x4 club....

04-25-2008, 03:05 AM	#176
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Richard, We do need to check out each other's projects, I'm just tied up straight, since I'm in source selection at work. I normally use a cutoff wheel on my electric grinder, but I also have a Bosch sheer for curves. Unfortunately my plasma cutter is still in MA... __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

04-25-2008, 03:23 AM	#177
RICHARD MORGAN Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: HERNDON VA Posts: 216	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name You did a nice job! I’m actually buying a plasma cutter this week, your more than welcome to borrow it. I'll be working on my truck this weekend, swing by if you get the chance. Richard

05-08-2008, 08:59 AM	#178
JJ Lurking Member Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Forest Grove, OR USA Posts: 196	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Two things I was wondering about, Did you bend your own fuel lines? And were you able to use the stock emergency brake linkage with the rear discs? I am completely impressed by what you've posted so far, keep up the great work, and please keep posting the pictures. __________________ JJ 72 GMC 1500 350 4 Speed, stone stock baby!!!!! 72 GMC K-2500 350TPI 700R4 For those who fought for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know.

05-08-2008, 03:36 PM	#179
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name JJ, I haven't done any fuel lines yet, but will be using Aeroquip's socketless hose. I've used it in the past and it is great and eliminates the need for bending. Haven't gotten to the e-brake yet either, but I will let you know what I end up using. Thanks for the compliments! __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

06-11-2008, 01:25 AM	#180
JJ Lurking Member Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Forest Grove, OR USA Posts: 196	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name I have checked back several times, after showing the build to just about everyone that stops by and even cares about what I'm building. I'm wondering if you've gotten any further on the fuel lines? Can you tell me where I can find information on the product you're going to use? Again, keep up the good work. For the record, the people I've showed your build were duly impressed. __________________ JJ 72 GMC 1500 350 4 Speed, stone stock baby!!!!! 72 GMC K-2500 350TPI 700R4 For those who fought for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know.

06-11-2008, 08:24 PM	#181
72blazer_mud_bogger Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: St Louis, MO Posts: 533	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name the fuel lines he is using i looked up and found in summit racing

06-12-2008, 11:21 PM	#182
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name JJ, mud bogger is right, they are aeroquip socketless hose that you can get from Summit and probably Jegs. I used it before when I converted the truck to TBI and really liked it. It definitely beats bending steel tubing. I haven't gotten to putting the fuel system back together yet, but when I do I will post plenty of pics. Thanks for the compliments! __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

06-13-2008, 08:39 PM	#183
72blazer_mud_bogger Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: St Louis, MO Posts: 533	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name rust buster do you know how to run a gravity line

06-13-2008, 10:35 PM	#184
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name What do you mean by that? Just a gravity fed fuel line? __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

06-14-2008, 02:08 PM	#185
72blazer_mud_bogger Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: St Louis, MO Posts: 533	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name i was talking to someone about taking my fuel tank off the bottom of my blazer and running to full size kegs, and they told me it would just be easier to run gravity lines from them, i don't know what that is. i was just thinking about swapping my manual fuel pump to an electric fuel pump and just run seperate lines to each keg they set it up with a switch to change the tanks back and forth, for those long days in the woods or camping in the mountains. but i still dont know what a gravity line is???????????

06-14-2008, 02:57 PM	#186
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name i think they mean running lines from under the tank so its allways fed (disconnect the lines and the tank empties ) normally they run the lines from the top to the bottom __________________ i got a job again and having fun at it too idea's for the trucks and the order of things to do are taking shape and get closer to being realized , a few more months and i be able to start building for real i complete 2 of the trucks intoo running fashion one custom and one basicly stock the thirth will be sacrificed for parts

08-10-2008, 02:07 PM	#187
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name any updates? nice meeting you at Carlisle, keep in touch... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

08-10-2008, 04:02 PM	#188
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Mike, good to finally meet you at Carlisle! I can't believe I haven't updated the build in so long. Partly due to the garage being so damn hot, and also because progress has been really slow aligning panels and getting everything ready for the final body work. I'm on my third 67-68 hood trying to get one that lines up well with my fenders. Seems like every panel for these trucks has their unique shapes, and they all fit differently. I finally started to fix the problem with my hood not meeting the GMC top grille bar nice and flat. I welded on some angle iron to the bottom of the hood to ensure that it was flat and now I need to shape the rest to of it to match the contour of the hood and bar. One more weekend of that kind of work, then I should be able to start the filler work. I can't wait for fall and the cooler weather! Threw the toolbox in there becuase I wasn't sure if I had done so before. Attached Images __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

08-10-2008, 04:04 PM	#189
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Hood work Attached Images __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

08-10-2008, 08:36 PM	#190
72blazer_mud_bogger Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: St Louis, MO Posts: 533	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name how do you keep your alt from touching the valve cover. did you clock the alt. or what any help would be great



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08-10-2008, 09:18 PM	#191
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name I didn't have to do anything, there is not interference between the alternator and the valve cover. I used a late model SBC serpentine system and had no problems with clearance. __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

08-10-2008, 10:47 PM	#192
72blazer_mud_bogger Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: St Louis, MO Posts: 533	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name then can you take some closer pics of the mount and alt and around the valve cover

08-17-2008, 11:40 AM	#193
MrBeast high-Tech Red Neck Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Livingston, MT/On my boat WA/BC/AK Posts: 2,294	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Rust buster, that thing is looking sharp, Keep up the good work. I am going to be diving into mine like that in the next couple of months. Crazyness! __________________ "He used to be a pretty nice feller, now he's a welder!"

08-17-2008, 11:44 AM	#194
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name How did you like the HVLP system? I'm waiting for you to sell yours so hurry up and paint! __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

08-17-2008, 03:29 PM	#195
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name 72blazer_mud_bogger, I should have those pics tonight, sorry for the delay. Mike, I do like it, still tweaking the settings on the gun, but bought a few different needle sizes, and that has helped. With all that money you collected selling at Carlisle, just go buy one, you'll use it for the rest of your life!! __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

08-17-2008, 04:02 PM	#196
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name It's close and may need some modification, but I can make it work Attached Images __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

08-18-2008, 09:31 PM	#198
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name yes, I used the Southern Polyurethanes, great stuff! __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

08-18-2008, 10:21 PM	#199
67_C-30 I have a radical idea! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Sweet Home Alabama! Posts: 6,513	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name If you still need a name, how about Butt Nasty! - This is one awesome build! You guys are going to make me buy a 4X4!! __________________ '67 C-30 Dually Pickup 6.2 Turbo Diesel, NP435 ‘72 C-10 SWB , 350 4bbl, TH350 '69 C-10 SWB , 250 L6, 3 OTT '69 GMC C3500, dump truck, 351 V6, NP435 '84 M1009 CUCV Military Blazer 67 C-30 Turbodiesel build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=254096 My trucks http://s226.photobucket.com/albums/d...ediafilter=all Member of the 1-Ton Club!

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