Yet Another s10 swap

[wibas]

papa's52. I used parts from speedway motors for both top and bottom hoses. I do not like the look of flex hoses. Speedway offers straight hose and metal bends with bead on the ends.

[N.T.Q]

was wondering if you could send me some pics of how you connected the x member to the frame thanks

[99 to Life]

I'd make the mounts even off the frame all the way around, on an s10 frame. On OG frame should be the same off hand,
only reason I could see the .25" difference is maybe frame kick up. which I can't recall on either frames, pretty sure they are
pretty level in the cab areas. If you were that worried about, run a level across them all when you moch it up. My first truck
I did on s10 frame and I make them about 3.5" off frame to the top of the bushing and cap I used.

[HUSSEY]

Originally Posted by 99 to Life

I'd make the mounts even off the frame all the way around, on an s10 frame. On OG frame should be the same off hand,
only reason I could see the .25" difference is maybe frame kick up. which I can't recall on either frames, pretty sure they are
pretty level in the cab areas. If you were that worried about, run a level across them all when you moch it up. My first truck
I did on s10 frame and I make them about 3.5" off frame to the top of the bushing and cap I used.

From what I've seen think I've settled on somewhere between 3.5 and 4 from the frame to the top of the bushing. Post 39 here:
http://www.killbillet.com/showthread...by-step)/page4

shows where he mounted his 2.5 in. Even he said he wish he went a little higher because of clearance issues.

[99 to Life]

3.5 to 4 is def the norm. You'll prolly have to make a trans tunnel and a little bit of driveshaft tunnel, no big deal.

[54 chevy 55]

Great job you are doing. I have a 54 chevy that somebody put on 72 c 10 trying to use s 10 thank you

[jeffs51chevy]

I guess I need to apologize for being away so long. Cancer is a *****, but if you have a goal you can accomplish anything. This truck has kept me focused, if not mentally occupied through some dark times. It will be on the road soon. Not pretty or perfect, but burning back tires by the case. I'll post some photos and maybe a video when she's operational. Thanks to all who post. You guys are great.

[Budman56]

Originally Posted by jeffs51chevy

I guess I need to apologize for being away so long. Cancer is a *****, but if you have a goal you can accomplish anything. This truck has kept me focused, if not mentally occupied through some dark times. It will be on the road soon. Not pretty or perfect, but burning back tires by the case. I'll post some photos and maybe a video when she's operational. Thanks to all who post. You guys are great.

Just got to say thank you for all your info I have read the entire post and you have done an excellent job on this truck, I will be starting mine soon, Hope all is well with you! again thank you!

[drtybiker]

[QUOTE=jeffs51chevy;6390788]I guess I need to apologize for being away so long. Cancer is a *****, but if you have a goal you can accomplish anything. This truck has kept me focused, if not mentally occupied through some dark times. It will be on the road soon. Not pretty or perfect, but burning back tires by the case. I'll post some photos and maybe a video when she's operational. Thanks to all who post. You guys are

Have you had the chance to get back on this truck I am about to just buy an AD body a S-10 and build from there I was gonna buy one but down here in florida they are way over priced

[A_white]

Hang in there man, I look forward to seeing some more pics.

[av8tr33337]

Good to hear from you. Just take care of yourself. You know something I've communicated with you here many times over the years and I just now noticed you are from Caldwell Idaho. That is where my mom was from and where she and my dad met. Small world.

[84blaze]

Those are awesome. I plan to use 4" square tubing when I do mine.

[wibas]

I have built 2 sets out of 4x4x1/4 tube with 1/4" square plates on top. I was able to cut a 30 degree angle on the bottom so they do not hang below the frame. They are a little over kill and heavy but look cool. Drilled 1/2 holes in square plate to hold universal urethane mounts. Set your cab on blocks where you like it and weld them on and remove the blocks. Level and locate twice, weld once. Good luck!

[99 to Life]

couldn't agree more. the kits they are selling I have dual feelings about. Kits take the thinking out of the build. your paying for someone else to do the thinking for you. Porterbuilt IMO is the same thing, nice stuff with a little more practicality but cmon. anyone can "build" a hotrod these days. If you can't weld or want to learn to weld, why build a hotrod. I understand some guys can't do body work, or paint or rebuild a trans or engine etc. But I like to see the guy that tries their hand in it all. Crate engines blahhh they are annoying, but do serve a purpose. You get warranties and people doing it everyday, just like paint. But at what point can someone say "I built that" did you really? what all did you do if its all bolt on. I argue with my friend about it often. He hates bolt on, I tell him, well your wheels bolt onto the truck is there a problem with that!!! but I get his side of it. The true craftsman are going the wayside to a degree. Seems like the majority is either lazy and lack of knowledge, or... the extreme opposite which go insane on a build or period correct parts, or metal shaping etc. To me its a balance, you want to get it done, you might have a budget but... you don't want to half step it either. anyone with money can build a hotrod. But there are few rods out there that have a good story and track record. I like to see the artistry in a build but same time safety and practicality. anyway, the topic could be debated to the high heavens, but I'm all about the guy doing it himself and really trying to fabricate. get pulled into the build and understand it, not just expect a blueprint.

[clc]

Any dimensions on bed mount brackets?

[47owner]

what gauge metal did you use for the trans tunnel.