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Injected68LS1 · 12-27-2003, 02:08 AM

I just started my whole conversion process.

I'm installing:
Baer 4-wheel disc brakes
Intro 20 inch wheels
ECE springs
Drop spindles
New ball joints, tie rod ends, and control arm shafts
ECE 5-lug conversion axles
7 inch dual-diaphram booster
Aluminum master cylinder and new brake lines

Here's a couple pics from a few hours ago.

I'll be done in a couple days. Can't wait.

Injected68LS1 · 12-27-2003, 02:10 AM

Another

Injected68LS1 · 12-27-2003, 02:10 AM

And BEFORE:

lukecp · 12-27-2003, 02:30 AM

Looks great

The old wheels are the same crappy ones i have.....they sure do suck, lol.

You have a sweet truck...keep up the good work

dinnut · 12-27-2003, 02:47 AM

wow your truck is going to look great when it is finished
are those the intro pentia?
whats the specs? they fit great it looks like. what backspacing and width?

Injected68LS1 · 12-27-2003, 02:50 AM

Thanks guys. I can't wait to post the AFTER pics.

Dinnut, they ARE the Intro Pentias. The fronts are 20x8 with 4.75" backspace. The rears are 20x9.5 with 5.25 backspace. I'll get the rears in there tonight.

Alexis · 12-27-2003, 03:07 AM

HOLD ON!

Can you give me (PM would be nicer for better record keeping) the info on the brakes/ part number please. You just made stuff go from acceptable to **** just hit the fan i'm going for the full conversion on the the brake system. thanks buddy now i got to spend more money

Alexis · 12-27-2003, 03:09 AM

Sorry forgot to add...........very nice choice on the wheels and setup

Injected68LS1 · 12-27-2003, 04:39 AM

Alexis, It looks like I do a very good job of breaking my bank AND now breaking someone(you) elses bank.

I'll look up the part numbers. Thanks

JayDubBlazer · 12-27-2003, 05:27 AM

Those are going to look sweet, you need to test it and see how many feet for 60-0.
Also is that your shop?

supercheyenne · 12-27-2003, 05:33 AM

Man that's friggen sweet! Big a$$ brakes inside of 20's.

You rock dude!

FRENCHBLUE72 · 12-27-2003, 12:47 PM

Nice set=up and can't beat the dyno roller's either..

my new 72 · 12-27-2003, 01:04 PM

You are about to have the same problem as me with rubbing the wheel wells when I hit big dips in the road. You may wanna call D-Tech first and not wait for me. Everything looks real good too.

**N2TRUX** · 12-27-2003, 01:30 PM

WOW! Injected68LS1 that is going to bring your truck to life. Post some more pics when you can...

laplander · 12-27-2003, 09:20 PM

Man, those wheels and rotors look sweet. Please post some pics when you have a good side shot.

Nik

greens69 · 12-27-2003, 10:08 PM

nice wheels and those brake rotors look great back there...I need some of those

Alvin · 12-27-2003, 10:15 PM

Wow, that looks amazing! I agree with everybody else, great choice on the wheels, and the brakes look great. I'm not usually a fan of the cross-drilled look, but those look great. The black calipers are a nice touch too. All too often people paint the calipers to match the car and they stand out a little too much. Black with polished letters is fine for me!

Great job, hope the rest of the work goes easy for ya!

dinnut · 12-27-2003, 10:34 PM

thanks for the info. they look great and look like they fit just right!

lost wages · 12-27-2003, 10:39 PM

that looks great! id be interested in some info on the rotors when you get a chance.

JadeEmperor · 12-28-2003, 03:14 AM

Injected68 - I've really been debating on switching to 5 lug, thinking I definately want to do discs but your setup is awesome I think you've assisted in my decisions. Any addtional info and pics are greatly appreciated. Good job, keep us posted

dinnut · 12-28-2003, 03:16 AM

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Originally posted by JadeEmperor
Injected68 - I've really been debating on switching to 5 lug, thinking I definately want to do discs but your setup is awesome I think you've assisted in my decisions. Any addtional info and pics are greatly appreciated. Good job, keep us posted

your truck is a 70... 71-72 axles will fit right in that rear just fine with no problems... just to let you know

magoo72 · 12-28-2003, 03:44 AM

nice ......but i want to show my roters on the rear without spending 250$ a wheel to do so. i like the 5 star rims.who makes em for the poor boys out there?

Injected68LS1 · 12-28-2003, 04:51 AM

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Originally posted by JayDubBlazer
Those are going to look sweet, you need to test it and see how many feet for 60-0.
Also is that your shop?

Thanks. I can't wait to see how quickly it stops. It will be a vast improvement over drum brakes. The shop in the background is at my work. I get to use it after hours and on holidays. It's nice to have all of the right tools, space, and good lighting.

Injected68LS1 · 12-28-2003, 04:54 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by JadeEmperor
Injected68 - I've really been debating on switching to 5 lug, thinking I definately want to do discs but your setup is awesome I think you've assisted in my decisions. Any addtional info and pics are greatly appreciated. Good job, keep us posted

You can buy those 71-72 five lug axles and they'll just bolt right in. But you need to verify that you have the wider rear-end. Some of the 70s came with the narrower rear like the previous years. I would check moser, mark williams, currie, or national drivetrain. Just do an internet search and see who has them on sale.

If you have the shorter rear, you can get some conversion axles from ECE for around $300.

Mrs72shadetree · 12-28-2003, 09:52 AM

that looks good.

12-27-2003, 02:08 AM	#1
Injected68LS1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: So. Cal. Posts: 389	Right now I'm installing Discs, Suspension, Axles, and 20s. I just started my whole conversion process. I'm installing: Baer 4-wheel disc brakes Intro 20 inch wheels ECE springs Drop spindles New ball joints, tie rod ends, and control arm shafts ECE 5-lug conversion axles 7 inch dual-diaphram booster Aluminum master cylinder and new brake lines Here's a couple pics from a few hours ago. I'll be done in a couple days. Can't wait. Attached Images __________________ 1968 Chev SWB with 1998 Corvette LS1 305hp and 320 ftlb to the wheels (stock engine!) AEM EMS and wideband O2 sensors Bowtie Overdrive's 700R4, stage 3 Baer 4 wheel discs and 20s http://iciclelanding.com/aperture?album=2049&view=album

12-27-2003, 02:10 AM	#2
Injected68LS1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: So. Cal. Posts: 389	Another Attached Images __________________ 1968 Chev SWB with 1998 Corvette LS1 305hp and 320 ftlb to the wheels (stock engine!) AEM EMS and wideband O2 sensors Bowtie Overdrive's 700R4, stage 3 Baer 4 wheel discs and 20s http://iciclelanding.com/aperture?album=2049&view=album

12-27-2003, 02:10 AM	#3
Injected68LS1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: So. Cal. Posts: 389	And BEFORE: Attached Images __________________ 1968 Chev SWB with 1998 Corvette LS1 305hp and 320 ftlb to the wheels (stock engine!) AEM EMS and wideband O2 sensors Bowtie Overdrive's 700R4, stage 3 Baer 4 wheel discs and 20s http://iciclelanding.com/aperture?album=2049&view=album

12-27-2003, 02:30 AM	#4
lukecp Formerly yellow72custom Join Date: May 2001 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 7,531	Looks great The old wheels are the same crappy ones i have.....they sure do suck, lol. You have a sweet truck...keep up the good work __________________ '72 Chevy C10 Mild 350/TH350/3.07. Ochre/White. Old high school ride. '70 GMC C2500 '62 327 4bbl/SM465/4.56-geared Dana 60. White/White. Project or parts truck. '97 Saturn SL DD. 1.9/5-speed. 40+ highway mpg

12-27-2003, 02:47 AM	#5
dinnut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: missouri city, tx Posts: 4,486	wow your truck is going to look great when it is finished are those the intro pentia? whats the specs? they fit great it looks like. what backspacing and width? __________________ 70 longbed 496/th400/Ford 9"

12-27-2003, 02:50 AM	#6
Injected68LS1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: So. Cal. Posts: 389	Thanks guys. I can't wait to post the AFTER pics. Dinnut, they ARE the Intro Pentias. The fronts are 20x8 with 4.75" backspace. The rears are 20x9.5 with 5.25 backspace. I'll get the rears in there tonight. __________________ 1968 Chev SWB with 1998 Corvette LS1 305hp and 320 ftlb to the wheels (stock engine!) AEM EMS and wideband O2 sensors Bowtie Overdrive's 700R4, stage 3 Baer 4 wheel discs and 20s http://iciclelanding.com/aperture?album=2049&view=album

12-27-2003, 03:07 AM	#7
Alexis Member since 2000 Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Mountain View Ca / Mexico Posts: 7,874	HOLD ON! Can you give me (PM would be nicer for better record keeping) the info on the brakes/ part number please. You just made stuff go from acceptable to **** just hit the fan i'm going for the full conversion on the the brake system. thanks buddy now i got to spend more money Last edited by Alexis; 12-27-2003 at 03:10 AM.

12-27-2003, 03:09 AM	#8
Alexis Member since 2000 Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Mountain View Ca / Mexico Posts: 7,874	Sorry forgot to add...........very nice choice on the wheels and setup

12-27-2003, 04:39 AM	#9
Injected68LS1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: So. Cal. Posts: 389	Alexis, It looks like I do a very good job of breaking my bank AND now breaking someone(you) elses bank. I'll look up the part numbers. Thanks __________________ 1968 Chev SWB with 1998 Corvette LS1 305hp and 320 ftlb to the wheels (stock engine!) AEM EMS and wideband O2 sensors Bowtie Overdrive's 700R4, stage 3 Baer 4 wheel discs and 20s http://iciclelanding.com/aperture?album=2049&view=album

12-27-2003, 05:27 AM	#10
JayDubBlazer go cyclones Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Ames, IA Posts: 1,883	Those are going to look sweet, you need to test it and see how many feet for 60-0. Also is that your shop? __________________ Wes PROJECT OLE GREEN 1972 Blazer 4X4 350/700R4 2017 Silverado LT

12-27-2003, 05:33 AM	#11
supercheyenne Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Newton, KS, U.S.A. Posts: 1,142	Man that's friggen sweet! Big a$$ brakes inside of 20's. You rock dude!

12-27-2003, 12:47 PM	#12
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Nice set=up and can't beat the dyno roller's either.. __________________ 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..

12-27-2003, 01:04 PM	#13
my new 72 faster, faster, faster Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Houston ,Texas ,USA Posts: 1,354	You are about to have the same problem as me with rubbing the wheel wells when I hit big dips in the road. You may wanna call D-Tech first and not wait for me. Everything looks real good too. __________________ I'm going to Law School, wanna debate? It's good practice.

12-27-2003, 01:30 PM	#14
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	WOW! Injected68LS1 that is going to bring your truck to life. Post some more pics when you can... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

12-27-2003, 09:20 PM	#15
laplander Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: NM Posts: 705	Man, those wheels and rotors look sweet. Please post some pics when you have a good side shot. Nik



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12-27-2003, 10:08 PM	#16
greens69 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Tomball,Texas USA Posts: 324	nice wheels and those brake rotors look great back there...I need some of those __________________ Houston and Dallas Autorama Show Chairman ///Relaxed Atmosphere 1969 Chevrolet C10 1972 Chevrolet 2WD Blazer 1987 GMC Sierra

12-27-2003, 10:15 PM	#17
Alvin Never Done? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,435	Wow, that looks amazing! I agree with everybody else, great choice on the wheels, and the brakes look great. I'm not usually a fan of the cross-drilled look, but those look great. The black calipers are a nice touch too. All too often people paint the calipers to match the car and they stand out a little too much. Black with polished letters is fine for me! Great job, hope the rest of the work goes easy for ya! __________________ Ethel - The Legend Continues... Ethel has been sold.

12-27-2003, 10:34 PM	#18
dinnut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: missouri city, tx Posts: 4,486	thanks for the info. they look great and look like they fit just right! __________________ 70 longbed 496/th400/Ford 9"

12-27-2003, 10:39 PM	#19
lost wages Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: jefferson city, mo Posts: 1,364	that looks great! id be interested in some info on the rotors when you get a chance.

12-28-2003, 03:14 AM	#20
JadeEmperor Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Phoenix, AZ 85018 Posts: 102	Injected68 - I've really been debating on switching to 5 lug, thinking I definately want to do discs but your setup is awesome I think you've assisted in my decisions. Any addtional info and pics are greatly appreciated. Good job, keep us posted __________________ Jimmie Modern Vintage Autoworks - '70 Chevy C10 - '74 Chevy C30 3+3 Dually - '04 Chevy Colorado Built, NOT, Bought. If you build it...they will ENVY! Drive Slow, Scrape Hard, or Take Your Truck and GO HOME!

12-28-2003, 03:44 AM	#22
magoo72 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: minden la Posts: 114	nice ......but i want to show my roters on the rear without spending 250$ a wheel to do so. i like the 5 star rims.who makes em for the poor boys out there?

12-28-2003, 09:52 AM	#25
Mrs72shadetree YES ITS MINE Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Virginia Posts: 241	that looks good. __________________ 97 Lumina 69 short step i got it and no he cant drive it!!!!!!!!!!!!! GO DALE JR.!!!! I love chihuahua's Bassett, Va

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