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reaper71

01-23-2015 09:19 PM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

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Pic #1. The new power plant..
Pic #2. The rear was removed so we could mockup the flip..
Pic #3. The flip...
Pic #4. First look with the back down..

This will NOT be a slammed truck he wanted to lower than stock but more comfortable to drive...

reaper71

01-26-2015 11:16 AM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

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Update....

Pic #1. The brakes coming apart..
Pic #2. As you can see this is a Snotted up mess!! (needs some love)
Pic #3. Chassis was coated with rust encapsulator..
Pic #4. 2nd shot..

Advanced Design

01-26-2015 08:32 PM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

Love the LS...big fan.

Frame looks good Mark.

reaper71

01-27-2015 10:35 AM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

Thank you sir!!

reaper71

01-27-2015 10:42 AM

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So after getting the entire frame coated I then started to get the new "C" notch layed out so it could be installed..

Pic #1. The layout of notch.
Pic #2. The new notch in place. I weld mine in rather than bolting..
Pic #3. The backside of notch.
Pic #4. The passenger side..

yj4000

01-27-2015 02:58 PM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

That's coming along nice. About how much encapsulator did it take to cover the frame.

Thanks, Ryan

reaper71

01-28-2015 11:03 AM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

I think it was about 1/2 a QT

reaper71

01-28-2015 11:13 AM

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Ok, in this update I have jumped ahead....At this point the chassis was painted all black and the control arms have been rebuilt.
I used energy suspension bushings for the arms and moog ball joints.
Pic #1. The components being painted silver for a contrast..
Pic #2. The rear springs..(if you look close it has poly bushing in the eye.I turned them down to fit the eye) I did this because the small sleeve version was not poly.
Pic #3. The front parts..
Pic #4. I made a template for the front shocks..this is a brace to keep the mounts from flexing so much.
Pic #5. a look at what it will look like

reaper71

01-28-2015 11:15 AM

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Finished piece..

yj4000

01-28-2015 01:46 PM

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Thanks. That's not bad. That helps me figure out how much I will need.

Ryan

RockinKees

01-28-2015 04:45 PM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

Chassis is looking great!!

Advanced Design

01-29-2015 12:07 AM

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Looks really good...liking the contrast.

reaper71

01-29-2015 10:49 AM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

Thank's guys for the compliments!!

A.D. I wanted something to have a little POP rather than just boring black lol..

Justin@EntropyRad

01-29-2015 10:58 AM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

nice work so far...the pic of the parts getting painted on the ladders is funny

reaper71

01-29-2015 11:01 AM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

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Pic #1. Rear end painted..
Pic #2. rear end in place..
Pic #3. another view..
Pic #4. The new C.P.P motor mounts installed..
Pic #5. chassis together..

that_red_c10

01-29-2015 06:19 PM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

really nice! cant wait to see the finished product :)

yj4000

01-29-2015 07:45 PM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

Like the contrast also. Its coming along nice.

Ryan

Advanced Design

01-29-2015 11:49 PM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

Since I was a little kid there is something about a really clean nicely painted chassis with new hardware that speeds up the pulse. Still does...looks great!

yj4000

01-30-2015 10:41 AM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

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Originally Posted by Advanced Design (Post 7025869)

Since I was a little kid there is something about a really clean nicely painted chassis with new hardware that speeds up the pulse. Still does...looks great!

Yea I feel the same way. When I see this part of a build in a thread, magazine, or in person I just love it. Not sure why. But I do.

Ryan.

reaper71

01-30-2015 11:22 AM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

RedC10,yj4000 and A.D
thanks guys...I will agree...it makes you feel like you are finally getting somewhere when it gets to this point.
Then the reality sets in and quickly ( oh crap I have a long way to go)

reaper71

01-30-2015 11:33 AM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

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And speaking of...
Pic #1. The engine set in place..
Pic #2. This is the passenger side inner cab corner :censored:
Pic #3. The underside of the cab...Its pretty ugly!!
Pic #4. Passenger side support (or lack there of..)
Pic #5. Drivers side support...
:b69::b69::b69:

Advanced Design

01-30-2015 06:28 PM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

Those CPP mounts look to be a good set up for the LS.

Yep, rust worms got it....looking forward to the cure.

oldman3

01-31-2015 12:24 AM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

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Originally Posted by Advanced Design (Post 7026923)

Those CPP mounts look to be a good set up for the LS.

Yep, rust worms got it....looking forward to the cure.

Hey Doug, correction on the motor mounts. They are Early Classic (ECE) mounts not CPP...Jim

Advanced Design

01-31-2015 12:44 AM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

Thanks Jim! The mounts look well designed. And I notice the AC compressor clears on this frame. The LS packages nicely.

reaper71

01-31-2015 11:00 AM

Re: Blake's 67 GMC stepside build

It does clear pretty good...may end up getting a diff. setup for the ac brackets do to the new A/C kit came with the sanden pump so will need a new bracket for the diff. pump..

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Originally Posted by Advanced Design (Post 7027366)

Thanks Jim! The mounts look well designed. And I notice the AC compressor clears on this frame. The LS packages nicely.

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