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J/D/S · 01-14-2011, 04:34 AM

Well since I have spent the better part of a year in Afghanistan sucking sand and listening to incoming rockets I thought it only fitting to call the truck build OEF.

Here's the down and dirty while I'm over here my truck has been setting in a shop in Clarksville Tn getting a major build done to her.
The name of the shop is ICE (Innovative competition Engines) Performance.

Dwayne McCraley is the owner and I have known him for some years now and is a great guy with really great skills. So from here on out I'll start posting picture of the build.

Truck details It's a 79 C10 That had a small block with a Holley two barrel and a TH400 with 2:73 gears.

Whats going in it is a Big Block 396 with a roller cam and fuel injection from FAST EZ EFI for a trans it's a 700R4 and were keeping the rear end the same.

Colors going to be green the wife picked it out so I really can say what color green it is.

The interior will be gray vinyl with black and gray hounds tooth inserts on the bench seat and door panels, the door panels are rods door panels, the dash will stay stock except for the billet insert on the dash pad and gauge bezel as for gauges I'm going to go with dakota digital with the green digital numbers.
guys let me know what ya think and if you want some A1 work done give Dwayne a call.

Well lets start this off with one picture of me at work.

J/D/S · 01-14-2011, 05:01 AM

Here's picture of the disassembly

J/D/S · 01-14-2011, 05:04 AM

some more of the dis-truck-tion

J/D/S · 01-14-2011, 05:08 AM

Body mods begin: smooth the drip rails and remove the big side mirrors, smooth ash tray and glove box

J/D/S · 01-14-2011, 05:14 AM

Remove chrome trim and emblems, fill in stake hole and fill in back third brake light

J/D/S · 01-14-2011, 05:23 AM

The fire wall is being smoothed

J/D/S · 01-14-2011, 05:25 AM

And alittle DA work

*Stitch* · 01-14-2011, 08:26 AM

Nice man. Looking real good. It was good talking to you on the phone the other day. And stay safe out there. That AR looks alot like mine. I have a mil-spec upper and lower and a red dot scope up top also.

Chuck
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Jonboy · 01-14-2011, 10:25 AM

Thanks for your service. Stay safe over there, man.

Are they shaving the cab seam on the truck too? Take a look at Randy's "Chaser" build, and have them catch that if it isn't too late.

rayfinseats · 01-14-2011, 01:23 PM

Enduring Freedom ?

RandyP · 01-14-2011, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by rayfinseats

Enduring Freedom ?

Don't watch the news much eh?

Truck is coming along nice J/D/S!!! That will be one sweet ride. Hurry home so you can enjoy it, be safe out there man.

bigd65 · 01-14-2011, 01:39 PM

Man, I hope they do you RIGHT, Your a TRUE AMERICAN HERO. Stay and and stay proud of the truck and our country. You will get many salutes driving it around, God Bless and God Speed

You will probably get a million responses to this, I hope eveyomne on this site responds and gives you the support you some much deserve

Your41Plague12 · 01-14-2011, 01:49 PM

Thank you for your brave service to keep folks like us safe at home. I really appreciate it! The truck looks good, too! What style mirrors will you run, if any?

J/D/S · 01-14-2011, 01:59 PM

Thank you all for the kind words.

Your41Plague12 we are going with the small sports mirrors.

Stitch it was good talking to you to, anytime I get to hear a voice from home (the good old USA) it makes my day better. Oh and as for the M4 mine has one really cool feature I know you would love to get your hands on.

FULL AUTO

*Stitch* · 01-14-2011, 02:07 PM

I have a buddy of mine that has a license for that. I would definitely love to get some of that though.
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primrrd · 01-14-2011, 04:02 PM

JDS
Nice truck build.
YOU keep your head down and get home safe to enjoy it.
THANK YOU SIR, for your service and sacrifice.
Freedom is not free!
You have my respect and gratitude.

erikgto · 01-14-2011, 04:16 PM

Nice truck build you got going on there!

Get home safely and enjoy the truck!!!

BTW is your engine built to run and pull from very RPMs?
Reason for asking is you said you want to keep your 2.73 toghether with a 700R4.
I have the same rear and trans in mine and even though it's a 400 engine it barely makes it with that driveline.
It's the first thing I want to modify on my truck.

Keep us informed on the build

jablack · 01-14-2011, 07:42 PM

I remember when I was in OEF in early 02, I couldn't wait to get home and rip into my 83. Then when I got home and seen the wife, ( now ex) had spent all the money, I wanted to treat her like a terrorist..
Stay safe bro

HOOOOAH.

J/D/S · 01-15-2011, 05:18 AM

What gears should I run and remember I want the best gas milage I can get this thing runs hwy's alot.

81BLAZE · 01-15-2011, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by J/D/S

What gears should I run and remember I want the best gas milage I can get this thing runs hwy's alot.

My Silverado SS is running 3:73 gears withthe overdrive and it gets ok gas milage from the factory. If you want to maximize your drivetrain I would go with 3:42 gear or a 3:73 out back. That will maximize the low first gear in your transmission. It will also even out at a nice low rpm on the highway in overdrive. God Bless and stay safe over here. Yep I said it right. Im here too. Im a civilian now. I wore the uniform for 10.5 years active duty USAF in vehicle maintenance.

J

J/D/S · 01-15-2011, 10:59 AM

jablack,

I know how you feel, My exwife emptied my saving of $36,000 and got knocked up while I was In Iraq in 2003. So I went back to Iraq 6 months later just to make up the money she stole from me.

Good times

badchevy · 01-15-2011, 01:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 81BLAZE

My Silverado SS is running 3:73 gears withthe overdrive and it gets ok gas milage from the factory. If you want to maximize your drivetrain I would go with 3:42 gear or a 3:73 out back. That will maximize the low first gear in your transmission. It will also even out at a nice low rpm on the highway in overdrive. God Bless and stay safe over here. Yep I said it right. Im here too. Im a civilian now. I wore the uniform for 10.5 years active duty USAF in vehicle maintenance.

J

Hey Blaze, we might of crossed paths before. I'm also vehicle maintenance in the AF. Was stationed at Lackland from '97-'03 then went to Alaska. I'm still in but have also been across the pond in Afghan. Diaz

Sorry for the thread hijack.

J/D/S---keep your head down and stay safe.

jablack · 01-15-2011, 02:00 PM

I tried to go back and make up the money but they sent me to Korea. She sent me my walking papers when I was there. I had a blast after that.
I don't get how we can be over there, and our "wives" can do what they do. You should be able to come home and shoot em..

MikeBK · 01-15-2011, 02:52 PM

Sounds like your going to have a real nice ride to come home to, nobody deserves it more than the men and woman who put themselves in harms way to keep the rest of us safe. Come home safe and soon, Thank you.
Mike

81BLAZE · 01-15-2011, 03:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by badchevy

Hey Blaze, we might of crossed paths before. I'm also vehicle maintenance in the AF. Was stationed at Lackland from '97-'03 then went to Alaska. I'm still in but have also been across the pond in Afghan. Diaz

Sorry for the thread hijack.

J/D/S---keep your head down and stay safe.

Shoot me a pm.

01-14-2011, 04:34 AM	#1
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build Well since I have spent the better part of a year in Afghanistan sucking sand and listening to incoming rockets I thought it only fitting to call the truck build OEF. Here's the down and dirty while I'm over here my truck has been setting in a shop in Clarksville Tn getting a major build done to her. The name of the shop is ICE (Innovative competition Engines) Performance. Dwayne McCraley is the owner and I have known him for some years now and is a great guy with really great skills. So from here on out I'll start posting picture of the build. Truck details It's a 79 C10 That had a small block with a Holley two barrel and a TH400 with 2:73 gears. Whats going in it is a Big Block 396 with a roller cam and fuel injection from FAST EZ EFI for a trans it's a 700R4 and were keeping the rear end the same. Colors going to be green the wife picked it out so I really can say what color green it is. The interior will be gray vinyl with black and gray hounds tooth inserts on the bench seat and door panels, the door panels are rods door panels, the dash will stay stock except for the billet insert on the dash pad and gauge bezel as for gauges I'm going to go with dakota digital with the green digital numbers. guys let me know what ya think and if you want some A1 work done give Dwayne a call. Well lets start this off with one picture of me at work. Attached Images __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them." Last edited by J/D/S; 01-14-2011 at 05:46 AM.

01-14-2011, 05:01 AM	#2
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build Here's picture of the disassembly Attached Images __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them."

01-14-2011, 05:04 AM	#3
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build some more of the dis-truck-tion Attached Images __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them."

01-14-2011, 05:08 AM	#4
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build Body mods begin: smooth the drip rails and remove the big side mirrors, smooth ash tray and glove box Attached Images __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them." Last edited by J/D/S; 01-14-2011 at 05:10 AM.

01-14-2011, 05:14 AM	#5
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build Remove chrome trim and emblems, fill in stake hole and fill in back third brake light Attached Images __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them." Last edited by J/D/S; 01-14-2011 at 05:15 AM.

01-14-2011, 05:23 AM	#6
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build The fire wall is being smoothed Attached Images __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them."

01-14-2011, 05:25 AM	#7
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build And alittle DA work Attached Images __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them." Last edited by J/D/S; 01-14-2011 at 05:26 AM.

01-14-2011, 08:26 AM	#8
Stitch Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Where I come from, it's cornbread and chicken... Posts: 3,122	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build Nice man. Looking real good. It was good talking to you on the phone the other day. And stay safe out there. That AR looks alot like mine. I have a mil-spec upper and lower and a red dot scope up top also. Chuck Posted via Mobile Device

01-14-2011, 10:25 AM	#9
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build Thanks for your service. Stay safe over there, man. Are they shaving the cab seam on the truck too? Take a look at Randy's "Chaser" build, and have them catch that if it isn't too late. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

01-14-2011, 01:23 PM	#10
rayfinseats Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: sioux city, iowa Posts: 619	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build Enduring Freedom ?

01-14-2011, 01:39 PM	#12
bigd65 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Clute, TX. Posts: 1,935	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build Man, I hope they do you RIGHT, Your a TRUE AMERICAN HERO. Stay and and stay proud of the truck and our country. You will get many salutes driving it around, God Bless and God Speed You will probably get a million responses to this, I hope eveyomne on this site responds and gives you the support you some much deserve __________________ 2004 Silverado Crewcab 1972 Chevy Monte Carlo 2017 Chevy Tahoe Last edited by bigd65; 01-14-2011 at 01:40 PM.

01-14-2011, 01:49 PM	#13
Your41Plague12 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,009	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build Thank you for your brave service to keep folks like us safe at home. I really appreciate it! The truck looks good, too! What style mirrors will you run, if any?

01-14-2011, 01:59 PM	#14
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build Thank you all for the kind words. Your41Plague12 we are going with the small sports mirrors. Stitch it was good talking to you to, anytime I get to hear a voice from home (the good old USA) it makes my day better. Oh and as for the M4 mine has one really cool feature I know you would love to get your hands on. FULL AUTO __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them."

01-14-2011, 02:07 PM	#15
Stitch Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Where I come from, it's cornbread and chicken... Posts: 3,122	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build I have a buddy of mine that has a license for that. I would definitely love to get some of that though. Posted via Mobile Device

01-14-2011, 04:02 PM	#16
primrrd Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: houston, tx Posts: 323	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build JDS Nice truck build. YOU keep your head down and get home safe to enjoy it. THANK YOU SIR, for your service and sacrifice. Freedom is not free! You have my respect and gratitude.



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01-14-2011, 04:16 PM	#17
erikgto Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: The Netherlands Posts: 185	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build Nice truck build you got going on there! Get home safely and enjoy the truck!!! BTW is your engine built to run and pull from very RPMs? Reason for asking is you said you want to keep your 2.73 toghether with a 700R4. I have the same rear and trans in mine and even though it's a 400 engine it barely makes it with that driveline. It's the first thing I want to modify on my truck. Keep us informed on the build __________________ 1972 GMC 2500 Sierra 350 1971 Pontiac LeMans Sport 400 GTO/Judge Clone 1970 Pontiac GTO 400 convertible restoproject 1970 Pontiac Bonneville 455 convertible

01-14-2011, 07:42 PM	#18
jablack Classic Chevy Recycler Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Alabama Posts: 422	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build I remember when I was in OEF in early 02, I couldn't wait to get home and rip into my 83. Then when I got home and seen the wife, ( now ex) had spent all the money, I wanted to treat her like a terrorist.. Stay safe bro HOOOOAH. __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 1970 Chevrolet C50 1979 Chevrolet C30 Need another 67 or 68 soon...

01-15-2011, 05:18 AM	#19
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build What gears should I run and remember I want the best gas milage I can get this thing runs hwy's alot. __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them."

01-15-2011, 10:59 AM	#21
J/D/S Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Fort Campbell KY Posts: 271	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build jablack, I know how you feel, My exwife emptied my saving of $36,000 and got knocked up while I was In Iraq in 2003. So I went back to Iraq 6 months later just to make up the money she stole from me. Good times __________________ John Bernard Books (The Shootist): "I won't be wronged, I won't be insulted, and I won't be laid a hand on. I don't do these things to other people and I expect the same from them."

01-15-2011, 02:00 PM	#23
jablack Classic Chevy Recycler Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Alabama Posts: 422	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build I tried to go back and make up the money but they sent me to Korea. She sent me my walking papers when I was there. I had a blast after that. I don't get how we can be over there, and our "wives" can do what they do. You should be able to come home and shoot em.. __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Trailblazer EXT 1970 Chevrolet C50 1979 Chevrolet C30 Need another 67 or 68 soon...

01-15-2011, 02:52 PM	#24
MikeBK Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Dobbs Ferry, NY Posts: 12	Re: Operation Enduring Freedom Truck build Sounds like your going to have a real nice ride to come home to, nobody deserves it more than the men and woman who put themselves in harms way to keep the rest of us safe. Come home safe and soon, Thank you. Mike

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