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Tucknuts · 06-09-2009, 12:37 AM

So I haven't really posted much but this is my attempt at showing my project as it comes along. I guess I should start with the intro to the truck, I have been looking ( off and on ) for the last like 10 years for a SWB for a decent price here in Colorado Springs with not much luck. I had built several trucks before and have always had the passion for Chevy trucks. One day in April 09 I was on craigslist and found this one about 150 miles from me and decided to jump on it. Although it wasn't the SWB I wanted I knew I could shorten it and since it was going to be custom I figured why not. So I rented a trailer from uhaul and headed out the next day to go pick it up. The guy I purchased it from said that he drove it home 8 years ago and started to restore it. From what I could tell it really wasn't the way I would restore such a nice truck but I guess anything was better than nothing. Here are the pictures of the AD on craigslist.

Tucknuts · 06-09-2009, 12:49 AM

So I got the truck home and got it into the garage and started to tear it apart. This wasnt hard because the cab wasnt bolted in, the Engine was just the block without the heads on it. We ( me and my Cousin ) first stripped the rear end and the front cross member, the tranny cross member , and the drive shaft cross member. We put the frame on jack stands and then measured the frame to cut and re weld to make it a SWB. We cut the frame using a great guide listed somewhere on this site and supported it with 1/4 inch plate. At this point the frame went to the sand blasters because the coating on the frame was really nasty and hard to grind without gumming up the wheels. I have pictures but will need to get them from my cousin.

Tucknuts · 06-09-2009, 01:02 AM

here is a few of the truck a few days ago.

Tucknuts · 06-09-2009, 01:10 AM

here are some taken last night.

Tucknuts · 06-09-2009, 01:11 AM

a few more.

Tucknuts · 06-09-2009, 01:16 AM

Now I am waiting on parts to show up ( Porterbuilt drop member, C-notches and four link from SD ) but im in the middle of getting the frame shaved so that I can box it. I got the rear cross member put in from Porterbuilt a couple days ago and I can honestly say Nathan is the nicest guy and his work is truly AMAZING... if I had not already ordered my four link and C-notches before had I would have preferred going to him for those. I'm still waiting on the SD stuff they must be busy. But I really liked the superlift four link they offer and the notches are not to shabby either.

my67chevytruck · 06-09-2009, 07:48 AM

nice looking project. keep at it.

Tucknuts · 06-09-2009, 01:39 PM

Thanks, I appreciate it.

Tucknuts · 06-09-2009, 07:35 PM

So I just got done doing some of the firewall stripping so that I can repair the metal and do something with it. I painted the inside of the part of the frame im going to be boxing. I will hopefully get some more time tonight to cut some more stuff on the frame and maybe work on the firewall some more.

Tucknuts · 06-09-2009, 07:40 PM

I have a question if anyone can help? I have seen a picture of the frame with the drop member that SD makes and the front has a replacement crossmember that sits in front of the motor? they replaced theirs with a tubular support I. Would this be strong enough or was this just for show? picture attached... of the bar in front of the drop member above the swaybar..

Tucknuts · 06-09-2009, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Tucknuts

So I got the truck home and got it into the garage and started to tear it apart. This wasnt hard because the cab wasnt bolted in, the Engine was just the block without the heads on it. We ( me and my Cousin ) first stripped the rear end and the front cross member, the tranny cross member , and the drive shaft cross member. We put the frame on jack stands and then measured the frame to cut and re weld to make it a SWB. We cut the frame using a great guide listed somewhere on this site and supported it with 1/4 inch plate. At this point the frame went to the sand blasters because the coating on the frame was really nasty and hard to grind without gumming up the wheels. I have pictures but will need to get them from my cousin.

here are the pictures I promised.

Tucknuts · 06-09-2009, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Tucknuts

here are the pictures I promised.

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Tucknuts · 06-09-2009, 08:52 PM

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OARNGESI · 06-10-2009, 09:59 AM

Sounds like thats going to be a really cool build

Tucknuts · 06-10-2009, 02:32 PM

its gonna take me forever to build but I think it will turn out nice.

Tucknuts · 07-29-2009, 12:44 AM

Ok started working on the truck again here are a few pics... Notches are welded in and the porterbuilt dropmember installed. now im working on finishing boxing the frame.

*1sik52* · 07-29-2009, 08:01 AM

That dont look like a Porterbuilt. looks more like SD

72BlckButy · 07-29-2009, 08:20 AM

Tucknuts · 07-29-2009, 03:21 PM

well maybe Nate sent me one from them. I questioned it too because the PB was missing like the pictures I have seen.

Rokcrln · 07-29-2009, 06:45 PM

Thats Nate's mine does not have the Logo ether. He felt he was bragging by putting his Logo on everything he made until people started letting him know they wanted the Logo their. He has since gone back to it I believe.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Tucknuts · 07-29-2009, 07:20 PM

Yeah I really wish he would have on mine... he does such awesome work it needs to be displayed.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 07-29-2009, 07:26 PM

I know if i was running a dropmember I would want to proudly display the p.b. logo...

**68jewel** · 08-09-2009, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Tucknuts

I have a question if anyone can help? I have seen a picture of the frame with the drop member that SD makes and the front has a replacement crossmember that sits in front of the motor? they replaced theirs with a tubular support I. Would this be strong enough or was this just for show? picture attached... of the bar in front of the drop member above the swaybar..

Who's is "SD" drop member? What does "SD" stand for? And what website?

Tucknuts · 08-09-2009, 11:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 68jewel

Who's is "SD" drop member? What does "SD" stand for? And what website?

Suicide doors = SD they have a raised member, Porterbuilt has a dropmember

http://www.*****************http://www.porterbuiltstreetrods.com/products.php

**68jewel** · 08-10-2009, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Tucknuts

Suicide doors = SD they have a raised member, Porterbuilt has a dropmember

http://www.*****************http://www.porterbuiltstreetrods.com/products.php

Thanks!! I knew of the Porterbuilt one, but not the SD.

06-09-2009, 12:37 AM	#1
Tucknuts can I tuck tractor wheels? Join Date: May 2009 Location: Colorado Springs , Colorado Posts: 135	Project KRZY So I haven't really posted much but this is my attempt at showing my project as it comes along. I guess I should start with the intro to the truck, I have been looking ( off and on ) for the last like 10 years for a SWB for a decent price here in Colorado Springs with not much luck. I had built several trucks before and have always had the passion for Chevy trucks. One day in April 09 I was on craigslist and found this one about 150 miles from me and decided to jump on it. Although it wasn't the SWB I wanted I knew I could shorten it and since it was going to be custom I figured why not. So I rented a trailer from uhaul and headed out the next day to go pick it up. The guy I purchased it from said that he drove it home 8 years ago and started to restore it. From what I could tell it really wasn't the way I would restore such a nice truck but I guess anything was better than nothing. Here are the pictures of the AD on craigslist. Attached Images

06-09-2009, 12:49 AM	#2
Tucknuts can I tuck tractor wheels? Join Date: May 2009 Location: Colorado Springs , Colorado Posts: 135	Re: Project KRZY So I got the truck home and got it into the garage and started to tear it apart. This wasnt hard because the cab wasnt bolted in, the Engine was just the block without the heads on it. We ( me and my Cousin ) first stripped the rear end and the front cross member, the tranny cross member , and the drive shaft cross member. We put the frame on jack stands and then measured the frame to cut and re weld to make it a SWB. We cut the frame using a great guide listed somewhere on this site and supported it with 1/4 inch plate. At this point the frame went to the sand blasters because the coating on the frame was really nasty and hard to grind without gumming up the wheels. I have pictures but will need to get them from my cousin.

06-09-2009, 01:02 AM	#3
Tucknuts can I tuck tractor wheels? Join Date: May 2009 Location: Colorado Springs , Colorado Posts: 135	Re: Project KRZY here is a few of the truck a few days ago. Attached Images

06-09-2009, 01:10 AM	#4
Tucknuts can I tuck tractor wheels? Join Date: May 2009 Location: Colorado Springs , Colorado Posts: 135	Re: Project KRZY here are some taken last night. Attached Images

06-09-2009, 01:11 AM	#5
Tucknuts can I tuck tractor wheels? Join Date: May 2009 Location: Colorado Springs , Colorado Posts: 135	Re: Project KRZY a few more. Attached Images

06-09-2009, 01:16 AM	#6
Tucknuts can I tuck tractor wheels? Join Date: May 2009 Location: Colorado Springs , Colorado Posts: 135	Re: Project KRZY Now I am waiting on parts to show up ( Porterbuilt drop member, C-notches and four link from SD ) but im in the middle of getting the frame shaved so that I can box it. I got the rear cross member put in from Porterbuilt a couple days ago and I can honestly say Nathan is the nicest guy and his work is truly AMAZING... if I had not already ordered my four link and C-notches before had I would have preferred going to him for those. I'm still waiting on the SD stuff they must be busy. But I really liked the superlift four link they offer and the notches are not to shabby either.

06-09-2009, 07:48 AM	#7
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: Project KRZY nice looking project. keep at it. __________________ 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

06-09-2009, 01:39 PM	#8
Tucknuts can I tuck tractor wheels? Join Date: May 2009 Location: Colorado Springs , Colorado Posts: 135	Re: Project KRZY Thanks, I appreciate it.

06-09-2009, 07:35 PM	#9
Tucknuts can I tuck tractor wheels? Join Date: May 2009 Location: Colorado Springs , Colorado Posts: 135	Re: Project KRZY So I just got done doing some of the firewall stripping so that I can repair the metal and do something with it. I painted the inside of the part of the frame im going to be boxing. I will hopefully get some more time tonight to cut some more stuff on the frame and maybe work on the firewall some more.

06-09-2009, 07:40 PM	#10
Tucknuts can I tuck tractor wheels? Join Date: May 2009 Location: Colorado Springs , Colorado Posts: 135	Re: Project KRZY I have a question if anyone can help? I have seen a picture of the frame with the drop member that SD makes and the front has a replacement crossmember that sits in front of the motor? they replaced theirs with a tubular support I. Would this be strong enough or was this just for show? picture attached... of the bar in front of the drop member above the swaybar.. Attached Images

06-10-2009, 09:59 AM	#14
OARNGESI Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: CASA GRANDE AZ Posts: 4,276	Re: Project KRZY Sounds like thats going to be a really cool build __________________ 70 SWB STEPSIDE 70 BLAZER 09 challenger

06-10-2009, 02:32 PM	#15
Tucknuts can I tuck tractor wheels? Join Date: May 2009 Location: Colorado Springs , Colorado Posts: 135	Re: Project KRZY its gonna take me forever to build but I think it will turn out nice. __________________ My build page.... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=347666

07-29-2009, 12:44 AM	#16
Tucknuts can I tuck tractor wheels? Join Date: May 2009 Location: Colorado Springs , Colorado Posts: 135	Re: Project KRZY Ok started working on the truck again here are a few pics... Notches are welded in and the porterbuilt dropmember installed. now im working on finishing boxing the frame. Attached Images __________________ My build page.... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=347666

07-29-2009, 08:01 AM	#17
1sik52 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Gulfport, Ms Posts: 833	Re: Project KRZY That dont look like a Porterbuilt. looks more like SD

07-29-2009, 08:20 AM	#18
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project KRZY __________________ -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)



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07-29-2009, 03:21 PM	#19
Tucknuts can I tuck tractor wheels? Join Date: May 2009 Location: Colorado Springs , Colorado Posts: 135	Re: Project KRZY well maybe Nate sent me one from them. I questioned it too because the PB was missing like the pictures I have seen. __________________ My build page.... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=347666

07-29-2009, 06:45 PM	#20
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: Project KRZY Thats Nate's mine does not have the Logo ether. He felt he was bragging by putting his Logo on everything he made until people started letting him know they wanted the Logo their. He has since gone back to it I believe. Kevin LFD Inc.

07-29-2009, 07:20 PM	#21
Tucknuts can I tuck tractor wheels? Join Date: May 2009 Location: Colorado Springs , Colorado Posts: 135	Re: Project KRZY Yeah I really wish he would have on mine... he does such awesome work it needs to be displayed. __________________ My build page.... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=347666

07-29-2009, 07:26 PM	#22
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Project KRZY I know if i was running a dropmember I would want to proudly display the p.b. logo... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #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..

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