05-28-2012, 05:22 PM | #1 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Hickory NC
Posts: 2,351
|
71 stepside build
Hi all, new to the forum and building old c10s so I may have some questions or crazy ideas so bear with me. First off this is a truck I'm building for a buddy, we are in process of getting frame blasted and collecting parts. Sheet metal was repaired and painted by previous owner so as for now not many plans for re painting but who knows!
Specs are 71 stepside, plans for a 5.3 or 6.0 swap, 3:73 limited slip, cpp suspension, billet wheels, and everything is being replaced. So there is a LOT of factory parts available to be bought including all factory steering and suspension. I will post a few pics tonight from CPU when I get home Posted via Mobile Device |
05-28-2012, 07:42 PM | #2 |
Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Yadkin Valley North Carolina
Posts: 238
|
Re: 71 stepside build
Look forward to seeing your progress.
|
05-28-2012, 10:04 PM | #3 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Hickory NC
Posts: 2,351
|
Re: 71 stepside build
Here are some pics of what we are starting with
|
05-28-2012, 10:07 PM | #4 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Hickory NC
Posts: 2,351
|
Re: 71 stepside build
and after 36 hrs in garage, the engine cradle has also been removed
|
05-28-2012, 10:21 PM | #5 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Hickory NC
Posts: 2,351
|
Re: 71 stepside build
also have a pile of parts that need to be gone, what you see is what i need gone so just let me know
|
05-29-2012, 01:23 PM | #6 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: covington ga
Posts: 180
|
Re: 71 stepside build
looks like you have your hands full like i do.enjoy the build and make it your own.
|
05-30-2012, 03:43 PM | #7 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Farmville, Va
Posts: 3,026
|
Re: 71 stepside build
looks like you have a real build going on here. You also have a private message
|
05-31-2012, 08:02 PM | #8 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Hickory NC
Posts: 2,351
|
Re: 71 stepside build
Thanks for the compliments guys!
Update frame is goin to get powder coated and patches have been made for firewall. All the CPP suspension is on its way Can anyone tell me where a good place is to get differential parts? (posi, gears, etc.) |
06-01-2012, 07:42 PM | #9 |
Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: tulsa,ok
Posts: 1,085
|
Re: 71 stepside build
Looks like you have a nice start.
__________________
MY BUILD THREAD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=423629 1969 custom/10 swb--SOLD 1968 swb 50th anniv.--SOLD 1967 camaro ss/rs..LS-6-speed, 16-year long project 1956 chevy nomad 1955 chevy 210 2-dr sedan 1978 el-camino ss 1-owner |
06-01-2012, 08:16 PM | #10 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Hickory NC
Posts: 2,351
|
Re: 71 stepside build
Picked up stainless brake lines, stainless hoses, line bracket kit and a couple other small pieces today. Hopefully when I get back in town from work next week I can pick up frame and let the fun begin of getting a rolling chassis
Posted via Mobile Device |
06-08-2012, 11:03 PM | #11 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Hickory NC
Posts: 2,351
|
Update
Frame is powder coated, wheels ordered, lots of metal work to be done and have been outta town for work all week. Pics soon
Posted via Mobile Device |
10-01-2012, 07:12 PM | #12 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Hickory NC
Posts: 2,351
|
UPDATE and Pics to follow
After 2 months all suspension components have finally shown up, also have the first new disc brake set up from Master Power Brakes, Half the sheet metal work is complete. Will get some pics up as soon as i am able
|
11-22-2012, 12:17 PM | #13 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Hickory NC
Posts: 2,351
|
Re: 71 stepside build
Have been working on shaving firewall and replacing rockers and such off and on here are a few pics
Posted via Mobile Device |
11-22-2012, 12:19 PM | #14 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Hickory NC
Posts: 2,351
|
Re: 71 stepside build
More
Posted via Mobile Device |
11-22-2012, 12:21 PM | #15 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Hickory NC
Posts: 2,351
|
Re: 71 stepside build
Posted via Mobile Device
|
11-22-2012, 12:22 PM | #16 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Hickory NC
Posts: 2,351
|
Re: 71 stepside build
Molding old air plate in to firewall
Posted via Mobile Device |
11-22-2012, 12:24 PM | #17 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Hickory NC
Posts: 2,351
|
Re: 71 stepside build
Wheels showed up as well, pic of what will be on truck.
22x8 in front 22x10 rear Posted via Mobile Device |
11-23-2012, 12:43 AM | #18 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Clarksville TN 37043
Posts: 8,702
|
Re: 71 stepside build
Nice!
__________________
Chuck 68swb Fleetside build ''Choncho'' http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=374892 My trailer redo http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...69#post5893869 Chuy my 59 bug http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653798 Putnam 87 GMC Shop truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=707687 |
Bookmarks |
|
|