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JDCUSTOMS · 06-10-2009, 02:47 PM

C:\Users\Guest\Pictures\2009-06-10 z frame jer

bdydrp97s10 · 06-10-2009, 02:55 PM

what???

68laydout · 06-10-2009, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by JDCUSTOMS

Here you go, one to many http's in there.

tds · 06-10-2009, 05:07 PM

not trying to jump on your case but where are your gussets? i would defiantly add some reinforcement.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 06-10-2009, 05:15 PM

gussets?

JDCUSTOMS · 06-10-2009, 06:07 PM

Front is getting gussets under with a little dimple die action

dammitmitchell · 06-10-2009, 11:29 PM

whats the "z frame" for>? enlighten me .. im a 4x4 guy hehehe

**N2TRUX** · 06-11-2009, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by dammitmitchell

whats the "z frame" for>? enlighten me .. im a 4x4 guy hehehe

It's one of the many ways to lower your front end. You cut the frame near the firewall, and raise the motors/front suspension section of the frame up, effectively lowering the truck.

What is pictured is the front part of the frame rails that have to be cut and lowered to get your bumper back down where it belongs.

dammitmitchell · 06-11-2009, 08:47 AM

thanks!

JDCUSTOMS · 06-11-2009, 11:44 AM

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JDCUSTOMS · 06-11-2009, 11:47 AM

JDCUSTOMS · 06-11-2009, 11:48 AM

JDCUSTOMS · 06-11-2009, 11:48 AM

JDCUSTOMS · 06-11-2009, 11:49 AM

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JDCUSTOMS · 06-11-2009, 11:51 AM

finally got them posted here you guys go

**N2TRUX** · 06-11-2009, 09:33 PM

Is that done? Before everyone piles on, let me say that it doesn't appear to be boxed or even plated completely.

I am no expert at a frame Z, but I think you need a bit more support.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 06-11-2009, 11:16 PM

I dont see the fronts being plated but the rear section at least looks plated inside and out...

JDCUSTOMS · 06-12-2009, 01:11 AM

Im still putting the front gussets with some 1/2 inch dimple dies in it just been lazy all week.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 06-12-2009, 02:18 PM

How about some pics of the rest of the truck.... what are your plans for the rest of the truck...

JDCUSTOMS · 06-12-2009, 06:50 PM

Ill post some pictures soon of the whole truck. Engine is out getting rebuilt.i got edelbrock polished intake,holley street avenger truck carb,polished water pump,chrome everything,new clutch and flywheel,3 inch z frame is done,shaved firewall done,flush mounting a smaller brake booster on firewall. Soon to come shaved rain gutters,new front fenders,core support,short bed,back halfed,four link, full bagged laying frame on 22s should be done early november

bagged74 · 06-12-2009, 11:56 PM

why not plate the inside? woud look alot cleaner wouldnt it? plating the inside and then boxing it should be plenty strong and be alot more pleasing to the eye.

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JDCUSTOMS Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: san diego california Posts: 15	3 inch z done pics C:\Users\Guest\Pictures\2009-06-10 z frame jer

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bdydrp97s10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Johnson City TN Posts: 570	Re: 3 inch z done pics what??? __________________ My build thread--http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=300333

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tds Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: minnesota Posts: 191	Re: 3 inch z done pics not trying to jump on your case but where are your gussets? i would defiantly add some reinforcement. __________________ 1981 - C-10 SCSB Planning on putting this thing on it's rocker!

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FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,600	Re: 3 inch z done pics gussets? __________________ 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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JDCUSTOMS Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: san diego california Posts: 15	Re: 3 inch z done pics Front is getting gussets under with a little dimple die action

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06-11-2009, 11:51 AM	#18
JDCUSTOMS Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: san diego california Posts: 15	Re: 3 inch z done pics finally got them posted here you guys go

06-11-2009, 09:33 PM	#19
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: 3 inch z done pics Is that done? Before everyone piles on, let me say that it doesn't appear to be boxed or even plated completely. I am no expert at a frame Z, but I think you need a bit more support. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

06-11-2009, 11:16 PM	#20
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,600	Re: 3 inch z done pics I dont see the fronts being plated but the rear section at least looks plated inside and out... __________________ 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..

06-12-2009, 01:11 AM	#21
JDCUSTOMS Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: san diego california Posts: 15	Re: 3 inch z done pics Im still putting the front gussets with some 1/2 inch dimple dies in it just been lazy all week.

06-12-2009, 02:18 PM	#22
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,600	Re: 3 inch z done pics How about some pics of the rest of the truck.... what are your plans for the rest of the truck... __________________ 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..

06-12-2009, 06:50 PM	#23
JDCUSTOMS Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: san diego california Posts: 15	Re: 3 inch z done pics Ill post some pictures soon of the whole truck. Engine is out getting rebuilt.i got edelbrock polished intake,holley street avenger truck carb,polished water pump,chrome everything,new clutch and flywheel,3 inch z frame is done,shaved firewall done,flush mounting a smaller brake booster on firewall. Soon to come shaved rain gutters,new front fenders,core support,short bed,back halfed,four link, full bagged laying frame on 22s should be done early november

06-12-2009, 11:56 PM	#24
bagged74 its just $$$$$ Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: OK Posts: 2,078	Re: 3 inch z done pics why not plate the inside? woud look alot cleaner wouldnt it? plating the inside and then boxing it should be plenty strong and be alot more pleasing to the eye.

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