![]() |
![]() |
#176 |
Amateur Rust Fighter
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Mankato, MN
Posts: 1,087
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
One quick update before spring ... back on 11/27 (Thanksgiving Day) I finally had both time and cooperation from the weather to get the project packed up for the winter. Ended up emptying the entire garage except for stuff that simply wouldn't move or didn't need to move (powdercoating oven, air compressor, etc.) and filled an entire city garbage container with ... well, garbage. Rolled the chassis into the garage without issue and got it as tight to the wall as I could manage with just one guy pushing and no steering to speak of. Did a fine job, I must say. I can still open the walk-in door with a quarter-inch to spare.
![]() Moved the media blasting cabinet inside but made sure I still had room to operate it if the need arises. I can still do powdercoating over the winter if anyone needs stuff done -- had a lot of interest but no followthrough. ![]() If the current blizzard stops, I may try to get pics of everything packed back in. For now, I've just got the pics below. Happy holidays, everyone! See you in the spring.... Brent
__________________
Brent '72 Chevy SWB stepside - [ Build Thread ] '79 ChevMC SWB fleetside - [ Build Thread ] '64 Chevy SWB fleetside & '66 Chevy SWB stepside (waiting in the wings...) |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#177 |
Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: ND
Posts: 219
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Just read through your whole thread. You've come a long way, and I was a little too late for a few cab parts, oh well. How much do you have in the CPP alum. fuel tank and pump? What are you going to use for fuel lines, steel, stainless, aluminum, braided? Hope to see some progress pictures in the meantime. I can't wait to get after mine again.
__________________
1972 Chevy C-10 Cheyenne Super - Buckets, A/C, "The 17 Year Revival Project" |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#178 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Belleville, IL
Posts: 21
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Hey Brent, this is Brent. I just started posting my build... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318923 ...and checked yours out. Looks like we have more in common than the name Brent and a 72' C-10. Our parts supplier (CPP) even matches. Kinda freaky considering the parts we both bought. Good luck with your build.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#179 | |
Amateur Rust Fighter
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Mankato, MN
Posts: 1,087
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Quote:
__________________
Brent '72 Chevy SWB stepside - [ Build Thread ] '79 ChevMC SWB fleetside - [ Build Thread ] '64 Chevy SWB fleetside & '66 Chevy SWB stepside (waiting in the wings...) |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#180 |
Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: ND
Posts: 219
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
I know about the space problems too. And I definately know how impossible unheated garages and/or working outside are this time of year. I'm just one state west of you. This past weekend blast the midwest received wasn't a whole lot of fun.
I've been thinking about doing powdercoated steel fuel lines or aluminum lines on my truck. It'd force me to buy a good bender and I've also been wanting a 37 degree bender for doing AN fittings and lines. I think it would just be a good learning experience.
__________________
1972 Chevy C-10 Cheyenne Super - Buckets, A/C, "The 17 Year Revival Project" Last edited by 1972CheyenneSuper; 12-15-2008 at 12:47 PM. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#181 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Belleville, IL
Posts: 21
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Here are a couple of pics of what I did on mine. The brake lines are stainless from inline tube so i figured a stainless fuel line would match and last as long as the brake lines. The stainless tube came in a roll and was easy enough to straighten out. The tubing bender was the $20 "deluxe" model and worked great. Inline tube has directions on how to straighten the stainless by hand since their brake lines come folded into a box. Haven't got to installing ends yet but figure a foot or so of braid and -an fittings will look sweet and not be crazy expensive. The roll of stainless is cheaper than braid. I got stainless the tubing and aluminum brackets from Summit. By the way, on the small garage front...I've only got about 4 feet on the left side of that door in the pics. Everytime I switch gears on the project or clean up the garage it's a puzzle.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#182 |
Amateur Rust Fighter
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Mankato, MN
Posts: 1,087
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Looks nice! What fasteners are you using to hold the lines to the frame? Source?
__________________
Brent '72 Chevy SWB stepside - [ Build Thread ] '79 ChevMC SWB fleetside - [ Build Thread ] '64 Chevy SWB fleetside & '66 Chevy SWB stepside (waiting in the wings...) |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#183 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Belleville, IL
Posts: 21
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Got them from Summit Racing Equipment. Just drilled and tapped the frame then used locktite to keep them there. The little screws are even stainless.
Billet Specialties Billet Line Clamps Part # BSP-65110 Hose Mounting Clamps, Billet Aluminum, Polished, One .188 in. Diameter Hole, Set of 4 $9.75 BSP-65410 Hose Mounting Clamps, Billet Aluminum, Polished, One .375 in. Diameter Hole, Set of 4 $9.75 BSP-65210 Hose Mounting Clamps, Billet Aluminum, Polished, One .250 in. Diameter Hole, Set of 4 $9.75 BSP-65310 Hose Mounting Clamps, Billet Aluminum, Polished, One .313 in. Diameter Hole, Set of 4 $9.75 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#184 |
Amateur Rust Fighter
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Mankato, MN
Posts: 1,087
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Great info -- thanks! My only concern is with them being aluminum. In my non-climate-controlled garage I could see corrosion becoming an issue even though the truck won't be driven in salt and snow. Around here, aluminum stuff "powders up" (for lack of a better term) just sitting around out of the elements. Maybe I'll look for something similar in stainless.
__________________
Brent '72 Chevy SWB stepside - [ Build Thread ] '79 ChevMC SWB fleetside - [ Build Thread ] '64 Chevy SWB fleetside & '66 Chevy SWB stepside (waiting in the wings...) |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#185 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Belleville, IL
Posts: 21
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
My garage is in the same boat. Only have heat when the tornado is fired up. These have been installed for two years, sitting through midwest season changes, in the garage and have no change in appearance. i understand what you mean though, I got a couple carb spacers that have chalked over.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#186 | |
Amateur Rust Fighter
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Mankato, MN
Posts: 1,087
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Quote:
![]()
__________________
Brent '72 Chevy SWB stepside - [ Build Thread ] '79 ChevMC SWB fleetside - [ Build Thread ] '64 Chevy SWB fleetside & '66 Chevy SWB stepside (waiting in the wings...) |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#187 |
Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne
![]() Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Wake Forest NC
Posts: 5,782
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Cant wait to see more progress. It is looking great so far. Nice work
__________________
--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. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#188 |
Amateur Rust Fighter
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Mankato, MN
Posts: 1,087
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Well, it seems I just can't effing win. Wasn't happy with the lack of header clearance with the CPP tubular motor mounts I was using with my LS1 swap, so late last year I ordered the Gen3 mount setup from Early Classic. Now six months later the weather is finally decent enough to work on it again, only to discover that not only are the ECE mounts not a direct bolt-in but, MUCH worse, the emmeffing oil pan reportedly won't clear the crossmember with the ECE mounts.
![]()
__________________
Brent '72 Chevy SWB stepside - [ Build Thread ] '79 ChevMC SWB fleetside - [ Build Thread ] '64 Chevy SWB fleetside & '66 Chevy SWB stepside (waiting in the wings...) Last edited by brossow; 05-17-2009 at 02:15 PM. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#189 | |
*************
![]() Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Pensacola, FL
Posts: 17,846
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Quote:
__________________
Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3 |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#190 | |
Amateur Rust Fighter
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Mankato, MN
Posts: 1,087
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Quote:
It isn't bolt in because only the top holes come close to lining up with anything. The bottom part of the mounts have no existing holes to bolt through, but worse, the back part just kinda hangs out into space and doesn't seem to match up with the contours of the factory crossmember. See pics. ![]()
__________________
Brent '72 Chevy SWB stepside - [ Build Thread ] '79 ChevMC SWB fleetside - [ Build Thread ] '64 Chevy SWB fleetside & '66 Chevy SWB stepside (waiting in the wings...) Last edited by brossow; 05-17-2009 at 02:49 PM. |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#191 | |
*************
![]() Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Pensacola, FL
Posts: 17,846
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Quote:
Was your truck originally a 6cyl? I had to drill one hole on each side because those mounts are for a BIG Block and my truck was originally a 350. I'm thinking you don't have the 2 holes because yours was a six?? Here are a couple of pictures of my crossmember. I had to drill the 2 bottom front holes on mine. I've got better pictures at home that I can post later. Let me know if there's any other way I can help. R/
__________________
Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3 Last edited by Hart_Rod; 05-17-2009 at 03:12 PM. |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#192 | |
Amateur Rust Fighter
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Mankato, MN
Posts: 1,087
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Quote:
Any tips on locating the CTS-V pan used? And is eBay the best place to dump the F-body pan, or is there a specific market I should go after? Thanks for the help. Feeling really, really frustrated at the moment -- waited half a year to be able to get back into this after a fairly productive fall in 2008, but now everything seems to be turning to crap.
__________________
Brent '72 Chevy SWB stepside - [ Build Thread ] '79 ChevMC SWB fleetside - [ Build Thread ] '64 Chevy SWB fleetside & '66 Chevy SWB stepside (waiting in the wings...) |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#193 | |
*************
![]() Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Pensacola, FL
Posts: 17,846
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Quote:
As far as the CTsV pan, ebay or check your dealership (maybe even rockauto.com??). You could try selling your's on our board, ebay or the thirdgen board. Either should probably work. I understand your frustration, I've dealt with several myself, just keep the faith. When all is said and done, you will have a very reliable and sporty truck. Hopefully, this fall when I have a some spare time (yeah right!), I am going to do a right up on these installs to help people navigate through it a little more easily. Take care. EDIT: The back hole on the motor mount should line up here: .
__________________
Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3 Last edited by Hart_Rod; 05-17-2009 at 04:06 PM. |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#194 |
*************
![]() Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Pensacola, FL
Posts: 17,846
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Disregard preivous picture, I mean here: (5 min edit gets me every time,
![]() .
__________________
Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#195 |
Amateur Rust Fighter
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Mankato, MN
Posts: 1,087
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
I can get three of the four holes to line up perfectly and the bottom part of the brackets sit against the crossmember like they came from the factory that way ... BUT ......
.... only if the brackets are raised about 1/2" above the frame rails. See attached pics. Am I doing something wrong? Do I have some completely bizarre frame that's 1/2" shorter than everyone else's? Do I have something assembled incorrectly? Did I misread the [nonexistent] directions? In short, WTF???
__________________
Brent '72 Chevy SWB stepside - [ Build Thread ] '79 ChevMC SWB fleetside - [ Build Thread ] '64 Chevy SWB fleetside & '66 Chevy SWB stepside (waiting in the wings...) |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#196 | |
*************
![]() Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Pensacola, FL
Posts: 17,846
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Quote:
__________________
Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3 |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#197 | |
Amateur Rust Fighter
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Mankato, MN
Posts: 1,087
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Quote:
![]()
__________________
Brent '72 Chevy SWB stepside - [ Build Thread ] '79 ChevMC SWB fleetside - [ Build Thread ] '64 Chevy SWB fleetside & '66 Chevy SWB stepside (waiting in the wings...) |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#198 |
Amateur Rust Fighter
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Mankato, MN
Posts: 1,087
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
As for the CTS-V oil pan setup ... just priced out the pan, pickup and windage tray at gmpartsdirect.com and I can get all three shipped for $226.51, so I may not mess around too long looking for a used one and just put it on the plastic. May be a moot point if I can't get the @#$* ECE mounts bolted on properly and I go back to the CPP tubular mounts.
Just a note that according to gmpartsdirect.com, the PN for the Caddy pan has been replaced with a new one (12598152 --> 12605814).
__________________
Brent '72 Chevy SWB stepside - [ Build Thread ] '79 ChevMC SWB fleetside - [ Build Thread ] '64 Chevy SWB fleetside & '66 Chevy SWB stepside (waiting in the wings...) |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#199 |
67-72 parts collector,…
![]() Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Mid-MO
Posts: 22,699
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
Are those frame stands for a 73-87 frame?
One of the two frames is taller,... I just can't remember which.
__________________
Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#200 |
Amateur Rust Fighter
Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Mankato, MN
Posts: 1,087
|
Re: Brent's '72 Custom/10 SWB stepside build
That would certainly explain it, if the later frame is taller and ECE sent me the wrong part. I didn't see a '73-87 part listed on their site, but....
__________________
Brent '72 Chevy SWB stepside - [ Build Thread ] '79 ChevMC SWB fleetside - [ Build Thread ] '64 Chevy SWB fleetside & '66 Chevy SWB stepside (waiting in the wings...) |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
Bookmarks |
|
|