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medicman775 · 01-07-2012, 09:55 PM

posted some pics and story in regular burb forum but figured I shoud start a build thread. Starting with a 71 GMC that had a tbi injected 454 w/t400 and 205 case. Has dana60 front and 14b ff rear. Starting to tear into the rust and buying parts as I go. I will update as I go. Slow but steady.

medicman775 · 01-07-2012, 10:06 PM

Here is the starting point.

medicman775 · 01-07-2012, 10:11 PM

Here is the tire/wheel combo I will be using. American Outlaw Buckshot 17x9 and Pro-Comp Extreme AT 35/12.5/17. The are temporarilly running on my 83 burb just to see how they ride.

medicman775 · 01-07-2012, 10:13 PM

Besides the known rust in the rear quarters this was the only hidden rust once the lower trim was removed.

medicman775 · 01-07-2012, 10:15 PM

Nice collection of wasps nests once the sheet metal cutting started, This is on passenger side.

medicman775 · 01-07-2012, 10:17 PM

Removed trailer mirrors and will weld shut the holes from those mirrors and original ones.

babylonflyer · 02-06-2012, 08:25 PM

nice ride!!

medicman775 · 02-06-2012, 10:34 PM

Thanx...haven't updated or posted pics in awhile. Hopefully more pics on Weds when I'm off work. Most rust repair should be done. Also picked up a new motor for it.

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-06-2012, 11:23 PM

Hey, nice burb project! That will be a tank when you're done!

medicman775 · 02-16-2012, 08:13 PM

Door handles taken apart for powder coating.

jbclassix · 02-16-2012, 10:41 PM

I love the looks of your suburban... can't imagine why

Beelzeburb · 02-16-2012, 10:52 PM

Nice starting point. Kinda want to know the story on that old COE too.

medicman775 · 02-17-2012, 12:27 AM

Thanx for the comments. Will have more pics tomorrow of the progress and of some new parts that according to UPS tracking should be here tomorrow. Sorry for my ignorance Beelzeburb but what's a COE?

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-17-2012, 12:29 AM

Cab over engine. You can see the front of it in the first picture of your 2nd post.

medicman775 · 02-17-2012, 12:44 AM

Learn something new everyday on here. I don't know anything about it. It's at a shop here in town called Reno Speedworks, a hot rod shop.

medicman775 · 02-17-2012, 05:58 PM

Door jamb sill plates back from the powder coater.

medicman775 · 02-17-2012, 06:02 PM

Edelbrock big block TBI manifold. Nice being able to drive the 3 miles over to Summit Racing.

medicman775 · 02-17-2012, 09:41 PM

Look what the big brown van dropped off.

medicman775 · 02-24-2012, 01:16 AM

Picked up one row of seats today.

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-24-2012, 12:13 PM

Lookin great!

medicman775 · 02-26-2012, 02:10 AM

Haven't posted much about the rust repair.
Before

After

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-26-2012, 01:05 PM

That repair looks great! Nice job!

1leglance · 02-27-2012, 01:46 AM

looking good and I like your seats...
will be nice to see them in the rig...oh and I hate rust!

medicman775 · 02-27-2012, 02:06 AM

Thanx for the comments. The seats will be nice as I don't have to figure out seat belt mounts for shoulder belts. Just need to find a matching set for the front, going to have 2 rows of those buckets with the center console seat.

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-27-2012, 06:31 PM

That'll be nice! Is it hard to come across those GM seats? I know it's pretty hard to find newer dodge and ford seats like that.

01-07-2012, 09:55 PM	#1
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build posted some pics and story in regular burb forum but figured I shoud start a build thread. Starting with a 71 GMC that had a tbi injected 454 w/t400 and 205 case. Has dana60 front and 14b ff rear. Starting to tear into the rust and buying parts as I go. I will update as I go. Slow but steady.

01-07-2012, 10:06 PM	#2
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Here is the starting point.

01-07-2012, 10:11 PM	#3
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Here is the tire/wheel combo I will be using. American Outlaw Buckshot 17x9 and Pro-Comp Extreme AT 35/12.5/17. The are temporarilly running on my 83 burb just to see how they ride. Last edited by medicman775; 01-07-2012 at 10:11 PM. Reason: typo

01-07-2012, 10:13 PM	#4
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Besides the known rust in the rear quarters this was the only hidden rust once the lower trim was removed.

01-07-2012, 10:15 PM	#5
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Nice collection of wasps nests once the sheet metal cutting started, This is on passenger side.

01-07-2012, 10:17 PM	#6
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Removed trailer mirrors and will weld shut the holes from those mirrors and original ones.

02-06-2012, 08:25 PM	#7
babylonflyer Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: CALI Posts: 107	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build nice ride!!

02-06-2012, 10:34 PM	#8
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Thanx...haven't updated or posted pics in awhile. Hopefully more pics on Weds when I'm off work. Most rust repair should be done. Also picked up a new motor for it.

02-06-2012, 11:23 PM	#9
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Hey, nice burb project! That will be a tank when you're done! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

02-16-2012, 08:13 PM	#10
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Door handles taken apart for powder coating.

02-16-2012, 10:41 PM	#11
jbclassix Junk Yartist Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Greeley, CO Posts: 2,203	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build I love the looks of your suburban... can't imagine why __________________ -Jeremy YOU ONLY FAIL IF YOU STOP TRYING 70 Crew Cab Build Link 70 GMC Suburban 4X4 build thread 95 Yukon Daily Driver Rebuilding an NP205

02-16-2012, 10:52 PM	#12
Beelzeburb Devil's in the Details Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Southern Utah Posts: 353	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Nice starting point. Kinda want to know the story on that old COE too. __________________ '70 K10 Suburban - TBI 454, 4L80E, NP241C, Dana 60 & 44 - The 10+ Year Project Thread Datsun 240Z, 510 2 door and an old Honda motorcycle

02-17-2012, 12:27 AM	#13
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Thanx for the comments. Will have more pics tomorrow of the progress and of some new parts that according to UPS tracking should be here tomorrow. Sorry for my ignorance Beelzeburb but what's a COE?

02-17-2012, 12:29 AM	#14
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Cab over engine. You can see the front of it in the first picture of your 2nd post. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

02-17-2012, 12:44 AM	#15
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Learn something new everyday on here. I don't know anything about it. It's at a shop here in town called Reno Speedworks, a hot rod shop.



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02-17-2012, 05:58 PM	#16
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Door jamb sill plates back from the powder coater.

02-17-2012, 06:02 PM	#17
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Edelbrock big block TBI manifold. Nice being able to drive the 3 miles over to Summit Racing.

02-17-2012, 09:41 PM	#18
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Look what the big brown van dropped off.

02-24-2012, 01:16 AM	#19
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Picked up one row of seats today.

02-24-2012, 12:13 PM	#20
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Lookin great! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

02-26-2012, 02:10 AM	#21
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Haven't posted much about the rust repair. Before After

02-26-2012, 01:05 PM	#22
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build That repair looks great! Nice job! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

02-27-2012, 01:46 AM	#23
1leglance Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: phoenix Posts: 254	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build looking good and I like your seats... will be nice to see them in the rig...oh and I hate rust!

02-27-2012, 02:06 AM	#24
medicman775 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sparks, Nv Posts: 152	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build Thanx for the comments. The seats will be nice as I don't have to figure out seat belt mounts for shoulder belts. Just need to find a matching set for the front, going to have 2 rows of those buckets with the center console seat.

02-27-2012, 06:31 PM	#25
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,142	Re: 71 GMC 1-ton 4X4 build That'll be nice! Is it hard to come across those GM seats? I know it's pretty hard to find newer dodge and ford seats like that. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

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