|
11-30-2009, 12:18 AM
|
#1 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
72 Suburban Started
After looking at the 72 Burb in the backyard for 4 years i decided to start working on it, this build is going to be done in steps I removed the front clip and was able to get the motor running so my son and I are going to rebuild the brakes and static drop it, reinstall the clip, paint the rims and put on new tires so we can move it around and take the build one step at a time. The old girl need a LOT of body and metal work. We are going to replace the body panels a little at a time and built a frame later and motor after all the body work is completed. So here is the Photo she looks rough but we believe she can be saved. Vote YES or NO.
Last edited by Bud1300; 11-30-2009 at 07:47 PM. |
|
|
|
11-30-2009, 01:59 PM
|
#2 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Haslet, Texas
Posts: 83
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
I had a running 72 in that condition , but maybe not that bad body wise. I was almost about to get started on it and lucked into a 67 with a better body but with no motor. So I ended up using the chassis and motor from the 72 and putting the 67 body on it. That might be an option for you too, just saying. Good luck.
__________________
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=294001 Last edited by drasticwagon; 11-30-2009 at 02:00 PM. |
|
|
|
|
11-30-2009, 02:18 PM
|
#3 |
|
70+ ( Old Skool Club )
 
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada
Posts: 9,139
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
I bought this one last month and am not sure whether or not to resell it or put it away till I can start on it. I've seen people start with less than you have there and make something special out of it. You mention that you and your son are working on it well that would be incentive enough for me if any of my kids were interested in it. Maybe my 10 year old grandson will be interested in a few years.
__________________
1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021 |
|
|
|
|
11-30-2009, 07:08 PM
|
#4 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
Thanks for the advice, worked on it a little today but it was raining in Alabama but the engine sounded great, I will post a vid as soon as I can; here are the photos of today. My camera was dead and I did not get any photos of the full clip off. The left fender needs lower front corners and the right fender is okay. The core is complete gone and I am going to run without the inter fenders will build custom inters later, the hood will work for now and the firewall is in good shape.
Last edited by Bud1300; 11-30-2009 at 07:10 PM. |
|
|
|
|
11-30-2009, 11:24 PM
|
#5 |
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Winters Ca. 95694
Posts: 4,843
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
They all have to start somewhere! My 72 Tahoe started to me as a 3/4 Ton roller, no interior or drivetrain. Not it has 3 row seating out of an 03 Tahoe, 93 Vett C4 suspension bagged, 20's and 22's and an 05 vortec with the 4L60 aod. But it all came one step at a time over a period of time. Keep it up the time you spend with your son with make it all worth it.
Kevin LFD Inc. |
|
|
|
|
12-21-2009, 04:17 PM
|
#6 |
|
PROJECT 7DEUCE
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: GRANTS PASS OR
Posts: 21,608
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
Keep on plucking away at her and she will be done before ya know it and you guys will be hitting the local cruise scene
__________________
GO BIG GREEN  GO DUCKSMEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P.. |
|
|
|
|
03-01-2012, 11:17 AM
|
#7 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
Well it took a couple of years but I have started with the build...Ordered some body panels should be in soon and started teardown... photos coming soon....
|
|
|
|
|
03-02-2012, 10:42 AM
|
#8 |
|
Restoration Virgin!
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Huntersville, NC
Posts: 8,298
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
glad to see ya back on it
 ....I'll move this thread over to the burb build forum so others can following along there!!!
__________________
Geoff with a G 1968 Chevy C10 SWB The Mistress 1972 Custom Deluxe C20 Suburban A Suburban Named Isabella 1966 Ford Mustang Mama's High School Graduation Present |
|
|
|
|
03-02-2012, 02:34 PM
|
#9 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
Thanks Geoff, I went and stocked up on my body work supplys today. I plan on starting the minor repairs this weekend still waiting on the body panels to get here that i ordered. I will be looking for suggestions to help with this build.
|
|
|
|
|
03-02-2012, 02:42 PM
|
#10 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
This is a photo of my last build 68 Camaro/ 355 S.B/ 350 turbo/ 12 bolt rearend... I still have it but only drive it about 4 times a year. This surburban build is something I hope to be able to drive weekly.
|
|
|
|
|
03-02-2012, 04:13 PM
|
#11 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2002
Location: Wetumpka, AL
Posts: 147
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
|
|
|
|
|
03-02-2012, 04:33 PM
|
#12 |
|
VA72C10
 
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Midlothian, VA
Posts: 25,269
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
Looking forward to the build...still going to be a father son build?
__________________
Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA. 
|
|
|
|
|
03-02-2012, 07:45 PM
|
#13 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
Yes... he has been helping me but when I get off work he is going to work.
|
|
|
|
|
03-02-2012, 08:04 PM
|
#14 |
|
Restoration Virgin!
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Huntersville, NC
Posts: 8,298
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
Those are great looking inspiration burbs!!!....keep at it and keep us up to date on your progress!
__________________
Geoff with a G 1968 Chevy C10 SWB The Mistress 1972 Custom Deluxe C20 Suburban A Suburban Named Isabella 1966 Ford Mustang Mama's High School Graduation Present |
|
|
|
|
03-02-2012, 10:33 PM
|
#15 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
Made some progress today…I got most of the passage rocker panel removed and the front fender sanded with 80grit, the rocker was worst than I thought look like another order of parts must be made.
|
|
|
|
|
03-03-2012, 07:34 PM
|
#16 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
Well I made some progress today with help from Bcubed we removed the front clip,engine,trans and front suspension and will be sending it to be sand-blasted in the morning..
|
|
|
|
|
03-03-2012, 07:36 PM
|
#17 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
Maybe Bcubed will post the photos he has on his phone..
|
|
|
|
|
03-03-2012, 08:03 PM
|
#18 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
Well I was able to upload some photos
|
|
|
|
|
03-03-2012, 08:12 PM
|
#19 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
By the way I guess I need to tell you a little about myself, I am 46 married with 2 sons 22 and 24, I work as a manager for a local ambulance company I have away enjoy working on cars and trucks I have had many vehicles from 67 mustang to a 2006 chevy HDs and everything in between this build will be a weekly driver and I hope it will be able to pull my car trailer and camaro to other shows.
|
|
|
|
|
03-03-2012, 08:14 PM
|
#20 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
This is a photo from my last car show taking at P.C.B back in Nov..
|
|
|
|
|
03-03-2012, 08:16 PM
|
#21 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
This is a another build I have been working on..87 S-10 drag truck with S&W frame 18.5/15/29s ladder bar setup, full roll cage,
Last edited by Bud1300; 03-03-2012 at 08:24 PM. |
|
|
|
|
03-03-2012, 08:19 PM
|
#22 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
Here is a photo of my home garage
|
|
|
|
|
03-03-2012, 08:20 PM
|
#23 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
Just a few of my toys
|
|
|
|
|
03-03-2012, 08:21 PM
|
#24 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
And My daily driver.
|
|
|
|
|
03-03-2012, 08:23 PM
|
#25 |
|
Registered User
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Elmore
Posts: 108
|
Re: 72 Suburban Started
Oh sorry back to the build..Here is the old motor and a photo of the front cab guted..
|
|
|
|
 |
| Bookmarks |
|
|
Linear Mode
