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67dragtruck · 08-24-2008, 05:27 PM

Well I finally got my 71 fleetside back down into my shop. I've been working for a few months on my wife's jeep. All I had done up to this point was to start collecting parts. Here's some pics of what I'm starting with. I'm definitely doing away with the late model door handles and replacing the tailgate.

67dragtruck · 08-24-2008, 06:33 PM

Here's a few more pics. I'm not crazy about the impala wheels, but I think the main problem with them is that the tires are much too large and the rears need to be spaced out 1.25" to line up right with the front. Right now the tires are 30" tall all around. I'm going with 275/50 and 255/50 to get the rears to 28" and the front to 27". I'm planning on replacing all the factory a/c with aftermarket to slick up the firewall. It has a 406 that's nearly new, but I'm replacing all the top end to get much more power.

67dragtruck · 08-24-2008, 06:41 PM

I'm going to run an edelbrock pro flo efi system on the motor. I ran it for a month or so before selling my old 67. I wish it was a mass air type of system, but once I had it tuned before it was awesome and I bought a Innovate Motorsports LM-2 wideband tuner to log the data and tell what changes I need to make. Should make it easier this time. I picked up one of the Comp Cams XFI series hydraulic roller setups for it so I have almost everything to change the motor over.

67dragtruck · 08-24-2008, 06:44 PM

I can't wait to get the motor and tranny out of it. It has a 700R4 in it and I really need to make sure it's the larger spline before I order a converter for it. I'm going with a PTC converter because I've heard great things about them. I figure a 2800-3000 that still has the lockup should be great. I've about got the motor disconnected so it won't take much more to have it out.

67dragtruck · 08-24-2008, 06:52 PM

I almost forgot. The truck already has the drip rail shaved, which I always wanted to do but didn't have the nerve. I'm also going with 1 piece windows from Vintage Glass in Lawrenceville GA. They make a jam up kit. It still used the small aluminum triangle, but my plans are to install billet motorcycle mirrors on them and polish them so that it looks like they are just mirrors. I ordered the glass all 20% tinted so I don't have to worry about tinting the windows.

my67chevytruck · 08-24-2008, 09:41 PM

nice looking project.

thirdstreettito · 08-25-2008, 01:05 AM

Lookin good! Keep workin on it!

68 short step · 08-25-2008, 10:48 AM

sounds like a good idea about the mirrors....

67dragtruck · 08-25-2008, 06:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68 short step

sounds like a good idea about the mirrors....

Thanks. I'm thinking a 3.5-4" aluminum mirror, polish the triangle and drill a hole in it for the bolt with a larger hole on the inside for access to the bolt and then cap it with some sort of removable plug on the inside. I found a few places that had tons of mirrors online, but getting one that has the right type of shaft is the trick.

Here's one that is not terrible, but I need a solid shaft so that I could shorten it and rethread the end that attaches to the triangle.

mike nutt · 08-25-2008, 07:55 PM

you've got your self a nice truck there . that's your old drag truck that kevin has know isn't it.
i polished the little trianges on my one piece windows and used a pair of Arlin Ness motorcycle mirrors . i used a pair of surface mount tweeter on the inside to cover the hole used to mount the mirrors.here's a couple pics. keep us posted on your progress.
mike

tdave00 · 08-26-2008, 01:52 AM

I think the Impala wheels look good on the truck. There's a set with tires for sale on Craigslist here, but I am not paying $700 for them.

67dragtruck · 08-27-2008, 05:36 PM

Mike Nutt,

I really like those No Limit dash inserts. I'm thinking they are in my future as well.

Tom

67dragtruck · 09-15-2008, 08:01 PM

I got it pretty well stripped down on my next day of work. Here's some Pics.

Tom

67dragtruck · 09-15-2008, 08:03 PM

More Pics

67dragtruck · 09-15-2008, 08:07 PM

Here's more. Looks like it was originally orange. What a cool color.

67dragtruck · 09-15-2008, 08:12 PM

I have been collecting parts again. I picked up a set of roller rockers, a new gm deluxe serpentine kit with a/c, new rear bumper, new lenses, new pedal pads and rings, new 4" lower rear coils, new ezwiring harness, a set of flex-a-lite electric fans, a bunch of chassis paint and some other powder coating supplies, etc. I bought some of it online, some at the Charlotte show, and some off craigslist. I don't have pics of all the parts yet, but here's the rockers.

72BlckButy · 09-15-2008, 10:06 PM

What a great start to this project!

I am definitely subscribing to this one....

Good luck with the build!

67dragtruck · 09-16-2008, 07:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

What a great start to this project!

I am definitely subscribing to this one....

Good luck with the build!

Thanks,

I can't wait for it to be done. So far I've been taking the approach of take every thing off very neatly, bag it up, label it, and end up replacing it all anyway.

Tom

67dragtruck · 09-16-2008, 07:35 PM

Here's the parts I got at Charlotte and off the web lately.

67dragtruck · 09-16-2008, 07:40 PM

Here's the wiring harness from EZ Wiring, the electric fans, and the buddy buckets that I bought from member southernparts.

67dragtruck · 09-20-2008, 07:36 PM

How about these. Justin's been working for a while on some lights for my truck. I can't wait to see them so I'm getting him to ship the front ones the back ones and the backup lights so I can check them out. I'm planning on having him do the side markers as well. They look super nice.

Tom

GMF238 · 09-21-2008, 10:09 PM

IS THAT A TALKING BASS?
ive always wanted one of those.

nice truck this one will definatly be sweet i think im gonna be subscribing to it to!

67dragtruck · 09-22-2008, 04:03 AM

No it's a real one. Caught it when I was 11.

I appreciate it.

Tom

djracer · 09-23-2008, 01:08 PM

Looking good old buddy! I just noticed your build thread a minute ago!

**steelhorse** · 09-23-2008, 04:05 PM

looking good!What kind of powerr are you expecting to make?

08-24-2008, 05:27 PM	#1
67dragtruck Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bethlehem, GA, USA Posts: 389	My 71 Build - Project Full Throttle Well I finally got my 71 fleetside back down into my shop. I've been working for a few months on my wife's jeep. All I had done up to this point was to start collecting parts. Here's some pics of what I'm starting with. I'm definitely doing away with the late model door handles and replacing the tailgate. Attached Images __________________ No more dragtruck for me. I'm building a new ride though. It's a '71 fleetside, 400 sbc, 700R4. Working on it now, finally. Soon to have Edelbrock Pro Flo EFI, Vintage Air, 1 piece windows, buddy buckets, etc. My new build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post2861817 Best pass with the old dragtruck: 5.32 @ 131.6 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.25 60' Fogger/Plate 2003 Best pass with the street 406 hydraulic roller motor w/ mild plate tuneup 5.93 @ 114 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.29 60' 2003 or 2004 Last edited by 67dragtruck; 10-13-2008 at 06:19 AM.

08-24-2008, 06:33 PM	#2
67dragtruck Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bethlehem, GA, USA Posts: 389	Some more pics Here's a few more pics. I'm not crazy about the impala wheels, but I think the main problem with them is that the tires are much too large and the rears need to be spaced out 1.25" to line up right with the front. Right now the tires are 30" tall all around. I'm going with 275/50 and 255/50 to get the rears to 28" and the front to 27". I'm planning on replacing all the factory a/c with aftermarket to slick up the firewall. It has a 406 that's nearly new, but I'm replacing all the top end to get much more power. Attached Images __________________ No more dragtruck for me. I'm building a new ride though. It's a '71 fleetside, 400 sbc, 700R4. Working on it now, finally. Soon to have Edelbrock Pro Flo EFI, Vintage Air, 1 piece windows, buddy buckets, etc. My new build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post2861817 Best pass with the old dragtruck: 5.32 @ 131.6 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.25 60' Fogger/Plate 2003 Best pass with the street 406 hydraulic roller motor w/ mild plate tuneup 5.93 @ 114 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.29 60' 2003 or 2004

08-24-2008, 06:41 PM	#3
67dragtruck Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bethlehem, GA, USA Posts: 389	Efi I'm going to run an edelbrock pro flo efi system on the motor. I ran it for a month or so before selling my old 67. I wish it was a mass air type of system, but once I had it tuned before it was awesome and I bought a Innovate Motorsports LM-2 wideband tuner to log the data and tell what changes I need to make. Should make it easier this time. I picked up one of the Comp Cams XFI series hydraulic roller setups for it so I have almost everything to change the motor over. Attached Images __________________ No more dragtruck for me. I'm building a new ride though. It's a '71 fleetside, 400 sbc, 700R4. Working on it now, finally. Soon to have Edelbrock Pro Flo EFI, Vintage Air, 1 piece windows, buddy buckets, etc. My new build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post2861817 Best pass with the old dragtruck: 5.32 @ 131.6 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.25 60' Fogger/Plate 2003 Best pass with the street 406 hydraulic roller motor w/ mild plate tuneup 5.93 @ 114 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.29 60' 2003 or 2004

08-24-2008, 06:44 PM	#4
67dragtruck Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bethlehem, GA, USA Posts: 389	Motor almost out. I can't wait to get the motor and tranny out of it. It has a 700R4 in it and I really need to make sure it's the larger spline before I order a converter for it. I'm going with a PTC converter because I've heard great things about them. I figure a 2800-3000 that still has the lockup should be great. I've about got the motor disconnected so it won't take much more to have it out. __________________ No more dragtruck for me. I'm building a new ride though. It's a '71 fleetside, 400 sbc, 700R4. Working on it now, finally. Soon to have Edelbrock Pro Flo EFI, Vintage Air, 1 piece windows, buddy buckets, etc. My new build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post2861817 Best pass with the old dragtruck: 5.32 @ 131.6 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.25 60' Fogger/Plate 2003 Best pass with the street 406 hydraulic roller motor w/ mild plate tuneup 5.93 @ 114 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.29 60' 2003 or 2004

08-24-2008, 06:52 PM	#5
67dragtruck Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bethlehem, GA, USA Posts: 389	Almost forgot I almost forgot. The truck already has the drip rail shaved, which I always wanted to do but didn't have the nerve. I'm also going with 1 piece windows from Vintage Glass in Lawrenceville GA. They make a jam up kit. It still used the small aluminum triangle, but my plans are to install billet motorcycle mirrors on them and polish them so that it looks like they are just mirrors. I ordered the glass all 20% tinted so I don't have to worry about tinting the windows. Attached Images __________________ No more dragtruck for me. I'm building a new ride though. It's a '71 fleetside, 400 sbc, 700R4. Working on it now, finally. Soon to have Edelbrock Pro Flo EFI, Vintage Air, 1 piece windows, buddy buckets, etc. My new build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post2861817 Best pass with the old dragtruck: 5.32 @ 131.6 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.25 60' Fogger/Plate 2003 Best pass with the street 406 hydraulic roller motor w/ mild plate tuneup 5.93 @ 114 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.29 60' 2003 or 2004

08-24-2008, 09:41 PM	#6
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: My 71 Build to be named later nice looking project. __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470

08-25-2008, 01:05 AM	#7
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: My 71 Build to be named later Lookin good! Keep workin on it! __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck

08-25-2008, 10:48 AM	#8
68 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tulsa OK Posts: 3,070	Re: My 71 Build to be named later sounds like a good idea about the mirrors....

08-25-2008, 07:55 PM	#10
mike nutt 69fatmotor Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: bama Posts: 660	Re: My 71 Build to be named later you've got your self a nice truck there . that's your old drag truck that kevin has know isn't it. i polished the little trianges on my one piece windows and used a pair of Arlin Ness motorcycle mirrors . i used a pair of surface mount tweeter on the inside to cover the hole used to mount the mirrors.here's a couple pics. keep us posted on your progress. mike Last edited by mike nutt; 02-22-2009 at 08:49 PM.

08-26-2008, 01:52 AM	#11
tdave00 Restoring a 68 SWB Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 1,068	Re: My 71 Build to be named later I think the Impala wheels look good on the truck. There's a set with tires for sale on Craigslist here, but I am not paying $700 for them. __________________ My Build Thread: Lucy - My 1968 SWB - Shop Truck Style North Nashville Concrete Contractor

08-27-2008, 05:36 PM	#12
67dragtruck Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bethlehem, GA, USA Posts: 389	Re: My 71 Build to be named later Mike Nutt, I really like those No Limit dash inserts. I'm thinking they are in my future as well. Tom __________________ No more dragtruck for me. I'm building a new ride though. It's a '71 fleetside, 400 sbc, 700R4. Working on it now, finally. Soon to have Edelbrock Pro Flo EFI, Vintage Air, 1 piece windows, buddy buckets, etc. My new build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post2861817 Best pass with the old dragtruck: 5.32 @ 131.6 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.25 60' Fogger/Plate 2003 Best pass with the street 406 hydraulic roller motor w/ mild plate tuneup 5.93 @ 114 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.29 60' 2003 or 2004

09-15-2008, 08:01 PM	#13
67dragtruck Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bethlehem, GA, USA Posts: 389	More Tear Down I got it pretty well stripped down on my next day of work. Here's some Pics. Tom Attached Images __________________ No more dragtruck for me. I'm building a new ride though. It's a '71 fleetside, 400 sbc, 700R4. Working on it now, finally. Soon to have Edelbrock Pro Flo EFI, Vintage Air, 1 piece windows, buddy buckets, etc. My new build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post2861817 Best pass with the old dragtruck: 5.32 @ 131.6 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.25 60' Fogger/Plate 2003 Best pass with the street 406 hydraulic roller motor w/ mild plate tuneup 5.93 @ 114 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.29 60' 2003 or 2004

09-15-2008, 08:03 PM	#14
67dragtruck Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bethlehem, GA, USA Posts: 389	More Tear Down Pics More Pics Attached Images __________________ No more dragtruck for me. I'm building a new ride though. It's a '71 fleetside, 400 sbc, 700R4. Working on it now, finally. Soon to have Edelbrock Pro Flo EFI, Vintage Air, 1 piece windows, buddy buckets, etc. My new build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post2861817 Best pass with the old dragtruck: 5.32 @ 131.6 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.25 60' Fogger/Plate 2003 Best pass with the street 406 hydraulic roller motor w/ mild plate tuneup 5.93 @ 114 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.29 60' 2003 or 2004

09-15-2008, 08:07 PM	#15
67dragtruck Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bethlehem, GA, USA Posts: 389	More Pics Here's more. Looks like it was originally orange. What a cool color. Attached Images __________________ No more dragtruck for me. I'm building a new ride though. It's a '71 fleetside, 400 sbc, 700R4. Working on it now, finally. Soon to have Edelbrock Pro Flo EFI, Vintage Air, 1 piece windows, buddy buckets, etc. My new build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post2861817 Best pass with the old dragtruck: 5.32 @ 131.6 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.25 60' Fogger/Plate 2003 Best pass with the street 406 hydraulic roller motor w/ mild plate tuneup 5.93 @ 114 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.29 60' 2003 or 2004 Last edited by 67dragtruck; 09-15-2008 at 08:13 PM.

09-15-2008, 08:12 PM	#16
67dragtruck Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bethlehem, GA, USA Posts: 389	I picked up some more parts too I have been collecting parts again. I picked up a set of roller rockers, a new gm deluxe serpentine kit with a/c, new rear bumper, new lenses, new pedal pads and rings, new 4" lower rear coils, new ezwiring harness, a set of flex-a-lite electric fans, a bunch of chassis paint and some other powder coating supplies, etc. I bought some of it online, some at the Charlotte show, and some off craigslist. I don't have pics of all the parts yet, but here's the rockers. Attached Images __________________ No more dragtruck for me. I'm building a new ride though. It's a '71 fleetside, 400 sbc, 700R4. Working on it now, finally. Soon to have Edelbrock Pro Flo EFI, Vintage Air, 1 piece windows, buddy buckets, etc. My new build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post2861817 Best pass with the old dragtruck: 5.32 @ 131.6 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.25 60' Fogger/Plate 2003 Best pass with the street 406 hydraulic roller motor w/ mild plate tuneup 5.93 @ 114 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.29 60' 2003 or 2004



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09-15-2008, 10:06 PM	#17
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: My 71 Build to be named later What a great start to this project! I am definitely subscribing to this one.... Good luck with the build! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

09-16-2008, 07:35 PM	#19
67dragtruck Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bethlehem, GA, USA Posts: 389	Pics of the parts I picked up Here's the parts I got at Charlotte and off the web lately. Attached Images __________________ No more dragtruck for me. I'm building a new ride though. It's a '71 fleetside, 400 sbc, 700R4. Working on it now, finally. Soon to have Edelbrock Pro Flo EFI, Vintage Air, 1 piece windows, buddy buckets, etc. My new build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post2861817 Best pass with the old dragtruck: 5.32 @ 131.6 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.25 60' Fogger/Plate 2003 Best pass with the street 406 hydraulic roller motor w/ mild plate tuneup 5.93 @ 114 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.29 60' 2003 or 2004

09-16-2008, 07:40 PM	#20
67dragtruck Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bethlehem, GA, USA Posts: 389	More parts bought Here's the wiring harness from EZ Wiring, the electric fans, and the buddy buckets that I bought from member southernparts. Attached Images __________________ No more dragtruck for me. I'm building a new ride though. It's a '71 fleetside, 400 sbc, 700R4. Working on it now, finally. Soon to have Edelbrock Pro Flo EFI, Vintage Air, 1 piece windows, buddy buckets, etc. My new build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post2861817 Best pass with the old dragtruck: 5.32 @ 131.6 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.25 60' Fogger/Plate 2003 Best pass with the street 406 hydraulic roller motor w/ mild plate tuneup 5.93 @ 114 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.29 60' 2003 or 2004 Last edited by 67dragtruck; 09-16-2008 at 07:47 PM.

09-20-2008, 07:36 PM	#21
67dragtruck Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bethlehem, GA, USA Posts: 389	My new led lights from Justin How about these. Justin's been working for a while on some lights for my truck. I can't wait to see them so I'm getting him to ship the front ones the back ones and the backup lights so I can check them out. I'm planning on having him do the side markers as well. They look super nice. Tom Attached Images __________________ No more dragtruck for me. I'm building a new ride though. It's a '71 fleetside, 400 sbc, 700R4. Working on it now, finally. Soon to have Edelbrock Pro Flo EFI, Vintage Air, 1 piece windows, buddy buckets, etc. My new build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post2861817 Best pass with the old dragtruck: 5.32 @ 131.6 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.25 60' Fogger/Plate 2003 Best pass with the street 406 hydraulic roller motor w/ mild plate tuneup 5.93 @ 114 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.29 60' 2003 or 2004 Last edited by 67dragtruck; 09-20-2008 at 07:37 PM.

09-21-2008, 10:09 PM	#22
GMF238 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: South Texas Posts: 37	Re: My 71 Build to be named later IS THAT A TALKING BASS? ive always wanted one of those. nice truck this one will definatly be sweet i think im gonna be subscribing to it to!

09-22-2008, 04:03 AM	#23
67dragtruck Registered User Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bethlehem, GA, USA Posts: 389	Re: My 71 Build to be named later No it's a real one. Caught it when I was 11. I appreciate it. Tom __________________ No more dragtruck for me. I'm building a new ride though. It's a '71 fleetside, 400 sbc, 700R4. Working on it now, finally. Soon to have Edelbrock Pro Flo EFI, Vintage Air, 1 piece windows, buddy buckets, etc. My new build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...17#post2861817 Best pass with the old dragtruck: 5.32 @ 131.6 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.25 60' Fogger/Plate 2003 Best pass with the street 406 hydraulic roller motor w/ mild plate tuneup 5.93 @ 114 mph 1/8 mile w/ a 1.29 60' 2003 or 2004

09-23-2008, 01:08 PM	#24
djracer Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Wetumpka, Al, U.S. Posts: 8,894	Re: My 71 Build to be named later Looking good old buddy! I just noticed your build thread a minute ago! __________________ Kevin Special Thanks to All who have helped on the TRUCK! My Pass Time Show http://s129.photobucket.com/albums/p...Chapter1-0.mp4 So Far my best Times are: Motor only: 6.44 1/8 @ 104.13 10.39 1/4 @ 125.83 Nitrous Times: 5.785 1/8 @ 118.65 with a 1.336 60ft 9.168 1/4 @ 142.58 with a 250 shot dead out of the hole!

09-23-2008, 04:05 PM	#25
steelhorse Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Franklinton NC Posts: 1,309	Re: My 71 Build to be named later looking good!What kind of powerr are you expecting to make?

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