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**youngrodder** · 12-11-2020, 11:00 AM

Good to see it out in the wild....Drive em'

Marc

piratexpress1369a · 12-15-2020, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by lower50's

SO truck update: I ordered Soft seal door seals. Truck has been put away since end of October, always a sad day. I didn't drive it much this year due to covid trying to avoid people from coming up and talking about my truck. But I finished off the year with a 22,300 mi on the truck since I built it. It has turned out to be very reliable, just jump in and go. I did have to buy a new cone air filter this year and I blew a 20A fuse for my stereo when I was rocking out. I think that is it.
I used my old '52 to pick up my new '52 from the sandblasters.
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That looks like lake Erie, Bob

lower50's · 12-16-2020, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

It's awesome to see you're still enjoying it and using it! Sorry to hear you didn't drive it much this summer. I drove my car everyday I could. Until the rioting/protesting BS. Then I drove the orange truck. I couldn't take the chance of road blockers in the car.

Oh yes still having lots of fun with it.

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Originally Posted by piratexpress1369a

That looks like lake Erie, Bob

You are correct sir. Near Dunnville

**Dieselwrencher** · 12-15-2020, 07:08 AM

It's awesome to see you're still enjoying it and using it! Sorry to hear you didn't drive it much this summer. I drove my car everyday I could. Until the rioting/protesting BS. Then I drove the orange truck. I couldn't take the chance of road blockers in the car.

rusty76 · 01-06-2021, 08:46 PM

That’s kool.

lower50's · 01-08-2021, 12:00 AM

Well it should be lol
I didn't know they made this until recently.

**Dieselwrencher** · 01-08-2021, 06:22 AM

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Originally Posted by lower50's

Well it should be lol
I didn't know they made this until recently.

That is pretty neat. I didn't realize they made them for those small window trucks either.

lower50's · 01-11-2021, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

That is pretty neat. I didn't realize they made them for those small window trucks either.

Ha I forgot how small the window was, when I took it out of the box I thought they sent the wrong one till I held it up to the truck.

lower50's · 03-09-2021, 03:35 AM

I picked up a future upgrade to the power level in my truck. It is a 7.3L power stroke with trans and everything I need to make it run. When I build the motor up I will double the power I have now, to 350whp 700wtq. I forget how big the 7.3 is that is in there sometimes.
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6DoF · 03-09-2021, 09:20 AM

the trip pictures are super motivating!

and so is more power

layinrocker65 · 03-09-2021, 11:46 AM

Whats the difference between that motor and whats currently in there?

lower50's · 03-10-2021, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by 57FleetsideC4

That is really cool. Starting yo see this a bit now. Look forward to following your bed. Steve

Thanks

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Originally Posted by 6DoF

the trip pictures are super motivating!

and so is more power

There is never enough power

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Originally Posted by layinrocker65

Whats the difference between that motor and whats currently in there?

The motor I currently have is a N/A 7.3L idi (indirect injection) mechanical diesel that I added a turbo to and gives me decent power over the stock N/A setup. I can't really push it much more but basically equals the stock output of the direct injection electronically controlled turbo Powerstroke.

lower50's · 05-18-2021, 03:23 PM

Well I finally pulled my truck out of it's slumber. Had a couple spark plugs go bad on me in the end of last season so I changed them all

. Today I installed my new mirrors, so far I like the look but man it is stressful drilling holes in the doors. My new build will be getting the stock style mirrors I took off.
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**Dieselwrencher** · 05-19-2021, 08:40 AM

Upgrading to the powerstroke, uh oh, here goes the money train.

Just start out in the beginning with a hydra and a T4 turbo set up. IDI's are alright, but you're going to love that PSD as you already said double the power. I really, really wanted to put a 7.3 PSD in my 40 ford but I just couldn't remove the 354 Hemi and justify it.

**Gregski** · 05-19-2021, 10:53 AM

oh my gawd this pic of all the slammed identical looking trucks reminded me of when Easy Riders bike show came to town and these two Harley dudes were outside talking about their "Factory Custom" baggers, and then I swear to you on my '54 one of them got on the wrong bike, it was so embarrassing, I loved it.

lower50's · 05-19-2021, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Upgrading to the powerstroke, uh oh, here goes the money train.

Just start out in the beginning with a hydra and a T4 turbo set up. IDI's are alright, but you're going to love that PSD as you already said double the power. I really, really wanted to put a 7.3 PSD in my 40 ford but I just couldn't remove the 354 Hemi and justify it.

Ya like most toys they are never done and sometimes you go spiraling out of control. But honestly I have really enjoyed this motor and I built the truck to do everything but one thing I said when I was building it was I wanted it to run 14.?? sec in the quarter.

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oh my gawd this pic of all the slammed identical looking trucks reminded me of when Easy Riders bike show came to town and these two Harley dudes were outside talking about their "Factory Custom" baggers, and then I swear to you on my '54 one of them got on the wrong bike, it was so embarrassing, I loved it.

That is a great show and to see the only 3 GMC's there all in a row sitting on the ground was awesome!

lower50's · 05-19-2021, 04:03 PM

First time out this year and I am loving the rear slider window and mirrors.
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**youngrodder** · 05-20-2021, 07:55 AM

The first drive of spring is hard to beat.....Looking good out in the wild.

Marc

**mongocanfly** · 05-20-2021, 11:01 AM

thats a nice looking lineup there in the barn..

**Gregski** · 05-20-2021, 12:22 PM

looks great, watch your calves around those back bumper edges as you walk around her backwards, ask me how I know

lower50's · 05-20-2021, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by youngrodder

The first drive of spring is hard to beat.....Looking good out in the wild.

Marc

Agree nothing better Thanks

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Originally Posted by mongocanfly

thats a nice looking lineup there in the barn..

yes it was

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Originally Posted by Gregski

looks great, watch your calves around those back bumper edges as you walk around her backwards, ask me how I know

Thanks. 5 summers 22,300mi Have not hit them yet. The bumper is tucked in quite well.

lower50's · 12-14-2021, 04:29 PM

Well I have spent a lot of time researching what power level and what parts I need for the 7.3L power stroke. I decided on 450whp 750wtq, so I ordered all the parts now, so I have them ready. Today the last of the fun parts showed up.
I works out to a stage 3 build. That should get my 5200lb truck moving real fast. Turbo is a 66/73mm ball bearing, I will start the motor build after I finish the 48 Chevy I'm working on now.
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piratexpress1369a · 12-14-2021, 09:33 PM

Oh that is going to be fun lol

**oldman3** · 12-14-2021, 09:37 PM

WOW...Jim

6DoF · 12-17-2021, 08:37 AM

now we're talkin!

the torque of a modified diesel is addictive!!

12-11-2020, 11:00 AM	#1
youngrodder Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Scotts, Michigan Posts: 3,770	Re: My 52 GMC Build Good to see it out in the wild....Drive em' Marc __________________ …………...........__________ .................. ((__\|__\|\|___\____ ..;.;;.:;:;.,;..;((_(O))____ (_(O)) 1948 Chevy Truck - Finished SOLD!! 1953 Chevy Suburban "Family Truckster" Completed: Spring of 2021 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=605484 1994 4x4 Blazer - "Field Find" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...ferrerid=30857

12-15-2020, 07:08 AM	#4
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,140	Re: My 52 GMC Build It's awesome to see you're still enjoying it and using it! Sorry to hear you didn't drive it much this summer. I drove my car everyday I could. Until the rioting/protesting BS. Then I drove the orange truck. I couldn't take the chance of road blockers in the car. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

01-06-2021, 08:46 PM	#5
rusty76 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Midway, NC Posts: 3,275	Re: My 52 GMC Build That’s kool. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=581873 The low buck build threads. Check'em out! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=666022 My build thread Crossmembers CC

01-08-2021, 12:00 AM	#6
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: My 52 GMC Build Well it should be lol I didn't know they made this until recently. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

03-09-2021, 03:35 AM	#9
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: My 52 GMC Build I picked up a future upgrade to the power level in my truck. It is a 7.3L power stroke with trans and everything I need to make it run. When I build the motor up I will double the power I have now, to 350whp 700wtq. I forget how big the 7.3 is that is in there sometimes. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

03-09-2021, 09:20 AM	#10
6DoF Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: somewhere, PA Posts: 1,071	Re: My 52 GMC Build the trip pictures are super motivating! and so is more power

03-09-2021, 11:46 AM	#11
layinrocker65 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: California Posts: 521	Re: My 52 GMC Build Whats the difference between that motor and whats currently in there? __________________ ‘53 GMC COE stock ‘53 Chevy 3100 LSA/TR6060 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?t=805949‘ '70 Chevy C10 LWB 350/sm465 ‘74 Chevy C10 SWB 5.3/4L80e, Vintage Air, Dakota Digital, US Mags

05-18-2021, 03:23 PM	#13
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: My 52 GMC Build Well I finally pulled my truck out of it's slumber. Had a couple spark plugs go bad on me in the end of last season so I changed them all . Today I installed my new mirrors, so far I like the look but man it is stressful drilling holes in the doors. My new build will be getting the stock style mirrors I took off. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

05-19-2021, 08:40 AM	#14
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,140	Re: My 52 GMC Build Upgrading to the powerstroke, uh oh, here goes the money train. Just start out in the beginning with a hydra and a T4 turbo set up. IDI's are alright, but you're going to love that PSD as you already said double the power. I really, really wanted to put a 7.3 PSD in my 40 ford but I just couldn't remove the 354 Hemi and justify it. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

05-19-2021, 10:53 AM	#15
Gregski Post Whore Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 10,823	Re: My 52 GMC Build oh my gawd this pic of all the slammed identical looking trucks reminded me of when Easy Riders bike show came to town and these two Harley dudes were outside talking about their "Factory Custom" baggers, and then I swear to you on my '54 one of them got on the wrong bike, it was so embarrassing, I loved it.

05-19-2021, 04:03 PM	#17
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: My 52 GMC Build First time out this year and I am loving the rear slider window and mirrors. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually

05-20-2021, 07:55 AM	#18
youngrodder Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Scotts, Michigan Posts: 3,770	Re: My 52 GMC Build The first drive of spring is hard to beat.....Looking good out in the wild. Marc __________________ …………...........__________ .................. ((__\|__\|\|___\____ ..;.;;.:;:;.,;..;((_(O))____ (_(O)) 1948 Chevy Truck - Finished SOLD!! 1953 Chevy Suburban "Family Truckster" Completed: Spring of 2021 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=605484 1994 4x4 Blazer - "Field Find" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...ferrerid=30857

05-20-2021, 11:01 AM	#19
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05-20-2021, 12:22 PM	#20
Gregski Post Whore Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 10,823	Re: My 52 GMC Build looks great, watch your calves around those back bumper edges as you walk around her backwards, ask me how I know

12-14-2021, 04:29 PM	#22
lower50's Registered User Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Posts: 3,254	Re: My 52 GMC Build Well I have spent a lot of time researching what power level and what parts I need for the 7.3L power stroke. I decided on 450whp 750wtq, so I ordered all the parts now, so I have them ready. Today the last of the fun parts showed up. I works out to a stage 3 build. That should get my 5200lb truck moving real fast. Turbo is a 66/73mm ball bearing, I will start the motor build after I finish the 48 Chevy I'm working on now. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648459 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=769441 1951 MG TD 1967 Jeep CJ5 1.9L TDI 33X13.5X15 Mud Grapplers. 1952 GMC 9700 p/u 7.3L diesel on air, dually



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