Re: Project Family Truckster: 2wd Conversion Turbo LSx Blazer Build
Yes, I'm planning to box a few sections of the frame, as well as some additional stiffening. I'm also planning for a cage, to protect my family, as well as stiffen up an inherently flexy truck.
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Too bad you are on the other side of the country from me. Building a bling cage wouldnt be too tough since the roof comes off. |
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Tube bender is a great investment. I have built several cages and full tube chassis crawlers over the years its alot of fun. You may consider getting some tube bending software if you really get into it.... |
Re: Project Family Truckster: 2wd Conversion Turbo LSx Blazer Build
Did some work the past couple nights. Got the front clip pulled off the blue truck, and the engine/trans pulled out. It's kinda bittersweet, seeing as I've been driving this truck for 16 years... :waah:
http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...018_223426.jpg But then sad turns to pumped when I stabbed the drivetrain between the framerails for mock-up. :metal: http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...018_223740.jpg http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...018_223646.jpg http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...018_223729.jpg Ordered up some steel last night to get a transmission crossmember made. Planning to get the front suspension put together this weekend...and maybe the rear axle underneath it if I'm feeling motivated. |
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So things are working out how I hoped they would. The Porterbuilt trailing arm crossmember will act as both the transmission mount, as well as the front driveshaft loop.
I was worried that if the mount plates for the trailing arms took a beating from the driveshaft, that they would tweak and bend. http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...023_201926.jpg Therefore, it seemed like a good idea to box them in. The additional material should make the side plates bulletproof in the event of a ujoint failure. http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...023_210621.jpg On to the trans crossmember. Ended up using tube clamps that are typically used for offroad cages. Gotta love easy transmission removal....especially with my history of shelling transmissions. http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...023_221845.jpg http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...023_221717.jpg http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...023_221945.jpg http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...023_221958.jpg Going to add some more tube bracing between the original hoop and the trans crossmember to tie it all together. |
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Where did you get those tube clamps?
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Thanks, I've been looking for those to use on my trans x-member.
Looks good! |
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Nice on that trans crossmember...hey Wasted...is that turbocharger setup on your 5.3 a kit, or did you fab that together.
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I fabbed it from scratch.
In fact...I'm thinking about selling this setup as a kit to fit a 69-72 C/10. (Not to produce, just this specific setup). I kinda want to build something different to package it a little differently to allow for A/C. |
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All the parts for the Megasquirt MS3x.
Capabilities include realtime tuning with wideband feedback, electronic boost control, 3-step rev limiter, launch control, traction control capability, progressive water/meth control, bluetooth logging and tuning, 2 stage variable nitrous control, E85 flex fuel sensor control, dual fuel table switching, 2.5 bar MAP sensor. http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...215_181945.jpg |
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So are you building your own harnesses for the lsx or do you you use the factory one and modifiy them?
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I typically take a factory harness and modify it to be a stand alone. However with the megasquirt, I'm hacking up a factory harness for the sensor pigtails, and building a completely new harness.
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Made some big progress tonight. It rolls again.
Assembled the front suspension http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...031_220133.jpg http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...031_221037.jpg Got the rear axle back under it http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...031_232516.jpg Then set it on the ground and rolled it back and forth a few times http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...031_230019.jpg And some glamor shots. Seeing it sitting on wheels got the motivation stoked up again. http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...031_230036.jpg http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...031_224048.jpg http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...031_230152.jpg |
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WOW that looks MEAN!
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That thing is going to be killer!:metal::burnout:
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really like the last pic , that's sweet
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that looks sweet. I like the stance. is that at your aprox ride height? What front coil over are you using?
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Thanks guys.
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I was trying to get away without notching the rear rails, but I'm not a huge fan of the rake, so I want it to sit more level (lower) in the rear. I also want room so it won't bottom out with 3 buddys and a full cooler in the back seat. ;) |
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Great build, and exceptional talent! Enjoying your work, almost as much as you...
Thanks for taking the time to post up, keeps me entertained |
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I reckon you'll want at least a small frame notch; I'm gonna do one pretty quick here.
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Great progress so far. I think a c- notch will have to happen.... especially if your beer cooler has to support your three buddies. LOL. My 72 doesnt have one yet and the rear pings off the frame from time to time.
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Not a ton of progress on the blazer over the weekend. I did get the tubes cut and notched to tie the trans crossmember to the trailing arm crossmember. Also did a lot of measuring...standing around...measuring...scratching my head....measuring....trying to figure out where exactly I want to mount the coilovers in the rear. http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/e...104_174207.jpg |
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Ordered up some RideTech single adjustable coilovers a few days ago, and they showed up last night. Very nice units. I mounted them to the "stock" location on the Porterbuilt lower arms, and the upper shock crossmember. The packaging is nice, but I don't like how close together they are. I have the room to move them outboard on the frame, and behind the axle, which should increase the lateral stability quite a bit. That should also allow for mounting the coilovers in double shear. Time to fire up the welder and plasma again this weekend and cut up some more perfectly good parts.
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