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knomadd 09-12-2014 09:37 AM

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Thanks Ryan! I have the double adjustable one from CPP on the truck now, but it's the one that connects to the rear end. I like that the PB piece connects to the control arm and relocates the frame mount. Should produce less side-to-side movement no matter how much pressure I have in my rear bags.

knomadd 10-27-2014 11:48 AM

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I have a very small update, but an update none the less... I installed a new radiator cover from LMC truck. I think it helps finish off the front of the engine bay.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...ps9b01f35c.jpg

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...psf4f061b7.jpg

And I took a pic of the GTO and C10 just because I could. :metal:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...ps6958fc84.jpg

mcbassin 10-27-2014 01:23 PM

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Engine bay looks good Duane. I like those filler panels. Love the goat too :metal:

Z10 10-27-2014 02:20 PM

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I like it looks good. Now what's that order number from LMC????????

:gmc2:

screaminchevypickup 10-28-2014 12:40 AM

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I know another place that sells those too!! Looks great Duane..

knomadd 10-28-2014 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by mcbassin (Post 6894139)
Engine bay looks good Duane. I like those filler panels. Love the goat too :metal:

Thanks Mike! I need to drive the goat more.

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Originally Posted by Z10 (Post 6894211)
I like it looks good. Now what's that order number from LMC????????

:gmc2:

Thanks! Radiator Cover (Paintable) - Part #: 38-1896 But if Kyle sells these now (he sells the filler panels) I'd recommend purchasing from him. Great customer service and prices.

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Originally Posted by screaminchevypickup (Post 6895058)
I know another place that sells those too!! Looks great Duane..

You sell the radiator covers now? Last I checked, just the filler panels, which I don't think you sold when I got mine.... I would have bought the cover from you if I knew. ;)

jmorri34 10-29-2014 08:05 AM

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Lookin sweet man, I really am leaning towards getting those radiator covers too they look great!!

swamp rat 10-29-2014 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by screaminchevypickup (Post 6895058)
I know another place that sells those too!! Looks great Duane..

Who might that be? EDIT: Never mind, i was half asleep when i posted.

swamp rat 10-29-2014 01:28 PM

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The covers really set the trucks engine bay off nicely!

knomadd 12-19-2014 03:44 PM

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So this isn't really an update, but more of a relay of information... Good info, but is probably going to be long...

Some of you probably noticed, or have read that I have a Craftec tonneau cover. Well it's been raining here a lot lately and I've finally gotten tired of having to open the cover to keep the rain from stretching the vinyl so bad. I don't want it to rip because of all the water weight. I know it will take a lot, but having seen what can happen, I've been opening the cover to avoid ruining it. Yep, the truck is outside all the time...

Anyway, I called Craftec today to see about getting a couple more bows to support the vinyl more, and their customer service was AWESOME!!! I spoke with Eric and he told me they want their customers to enjoy their covers so they don't put very much mark up on their replacement parts. He said it was common for some to ask for 1 or 2 more to add to their covers, and the cover should be able to handle the rain just fine. He has 2 outside for the last couple of years and earlier today had a customer who was replacing the vinyl after 15 YEARS!!

Ok, so now for the best part. He asked if I knew how to adjust the frame to take up some of the slack in the vinyl, to which I said I did, but have a corner piece that has stripped out and will not allow me to tighten it down in the stretched position. He said that it has a lifetime warranty and he would send me a new corner at no charge! So I'm getting two extra bows, the brackets and hardware, shipped to me for $30... and a free corner replacement! I love it when companies have pride in their product and treat their customers well. I'd definitely recommend their cover to anyone in the market for a soft bed cover. Great people located here in Texas!

knomadd 12-19-2014 03:47 PM

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Oh, and some Christmas themed pics... From my IG account (cell phone pics).

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Sac 12-19-2014 04:12 PM

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I just liked that picture on IG.. Didn't even realize it was your truck.

screaminchevypickup 12-19-2014 08:51 PM

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Craftec does have great service!!

slowcpe 12-19-2014 11:38 PM

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Cool pics

FRENCHBLUE72 12-28-2014 12:07 AM

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Great customer service. ..

texasld 12-30-2014 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by knomadd (Post 6601985)
Thanks Keith.

I got the tap out finally. Had to grind it out with the dremel the whole way. Once that was done, i drilled out the heli-coil and retapped the hole for a new heli-coil. I was extremely careful this time. It all worked out so I continued to install the frontrunner. Enough with the words. On to the pics...

http://i1317.photobucket.com/albums/...psf5eb6c90.jpg

I also used braided wire wrap on the radiator and heater hoses, like I did with the wiring, steering hoses and vacuum hoses.
http://i1317.photobucket.com/albums/...psc8f588b1.jpg

http://i1317.photobucket.com/albums/...ps2aeb0073.jpg

http://i1317.photobucket.com/albums/...ps1c48daf3.jpg

Now I need to do the new spark plug wires, fill the power steering pump and bleed the system, and install the dual electric fans I had laying in the garage from my GTO. I'm about to start looking for a relay diagram for the fans.

I'm so glad I got that damn tap out! What a relief :thud:


I know it's an older post, but this is awesome. I have been wondering what to do for the hose covers. Not a huge fan of the SS braid cover for hoses. I now know what I'll be doing!

knomadd 01-02-2015 05:30 PM

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Thanks! It was a pain in the butt to put on the upper radiator hose with all the curves, so I'd suggest buying a larger diameter sleeve. I don't remember which size I used (1.75" or 2") but it was the minimum size I could use. Also, just like the stainless stuff, it holds dirt, so be prepared to clean it once in a while. Other than that, I really like the look. I bought split loom for the wiring, and sleeving for the hoses.

knomadd 01-15-2015 11:11 AM

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New year, new phase of the project...

I ordered the Pro2 Air Management kit from Pro Performance, with the PB brackets and (2) 3 gallon tanks, SwitchSpeed controller and black compressors. This should be fun!

lolife99 01-15-2015 11:37 AM

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Congrats!^^^

slowcpe 01-15-2015 12:31 PM

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Nice!

GAc10boy 01-15-2015 07:14 PM

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Very nice!

knomadd 01-19-2015 06:13 PM

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Got my club sticker yesterday!

mcbassin 01-20-2015 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by knomadd (Post 7010343)
Got my club sticker yesterday!

Very cool!

c10Dream'n 01-20-2015 11:12 AM

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I'm liking the New Year plans. Engine bay is looking sweet!

Justin@EntropyRad 01-20-2015 11:23 AM

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Clean Truck for sure!

knomadd 01-24-2015 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99 (Post 7004697)
Congrats!^^^

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Originally Posted by slowcpe (Post 7004766)
Nice!

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Very nice!

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Very cool!

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Originally Posted by c10Dream'n (Post 7011421)
I'm liking the New Year plans. Engine bay is looking sweet!

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Originally Posted by Justin@EntropyRad (Post 7011435)
Clean Truck for sure!

Thanks guys! I got some of the parts in for the air management kit. Pics to follow...

knomadd 01-24-2015 12:29 PM

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So here they are... box full of goodies, including the black Viair air compressors, PB brackets, Accuair VU4 valve, and a bunch of fittings and hardware.

texasld 01-25-2015 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by knomadd (Post 7017138)
So here they are... box full of goodies, including the black Viair air compressors, PB brackets, Accuair VU4 valve, and a bunch of fittings and hardware.

:metal:

I have always found that everythime I order all the connectors I need, I never have all of them. No matter how many times I think it over. Excited to see it all setup.

knomadd 01-26-2015 11:35 AM

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Originally Posted by texasld (Post 7018414)
:metal:

I have always found that everythime I order all the connectors I need, I never have all of them. No matter how many times I think it over. Excited to see it all setup.

Funny, I seem to have the same problem. :lol: Hopefully that's not the case here. Travis set me up with everything, and I'm sure he's got his stuff together. He has done quite a few of these after all... *fingers crossed*

knomadd 01-26-2015 06:59 PM

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Viair gauges for each corner (dual needles per gauge). Part of the Pro2 kit from Pro Performance.

mcbassin 01-27-2015 09:13 AM

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Very nice parts Duane!

GAc10boy 01-27-2015 11:16 AM

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That's gonna make things that much more of a blast! Killer parts.

knomadd 01-27-2015 04:58 PM

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Very nice parts Duane!

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Originally Posted by GAc10boy (Post 7021637)
That's gonna make things that much more of a blast! Killer parts.

Thanks guys!

I put a fresh coat of paint on the PB brackets on my lunch break today.

knomadd 01-30-2015 11:59 AM

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I just ordered some new parts again... pics from Lokar.
Throttle assembly and Brake pedal assembly (no clutch, but this is the only photo I could find)
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E-brake pad
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RRR18 01-30-2015 05:39 PM

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I'm following.

knomadd 02-03-2015 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by RRR18 (Post 7026872)
I'm following.

Thanks for joining... There won't be a lot of updates since I'm doing this on a tight budget, while still driving it. Hopefully my occasional updates aren't too boring.

knomadd 02-03-2015 11:57 AM

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I started assembling the air tank / compressor brackets... I know everyone likes pics, so here they are...
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I had to put all the fittings on the tank and bolt it to the bracket to check fitment. Dropped the air compressor in the bracket too, just for a picture for all of us that like to see what's happening.
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Checked the UPS tracking for the Accuair SwitchSpeed controller... Should be here today! :metal:

mooseknuckles 02-03-2015 01:49 PM

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great job on putting the compressor brackets together!... :)

Sac 02-03-2015 02:30 PM

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Looking good!

c10Dream'n 02-03-2015 04:51 PM

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exciting spot to be in. I will be watching closely


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