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BigDaddyV 08-16-2013 07:37 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
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Originally Posted by builtbyKane (Post 6222918)
Great job. Moving right along!
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ThANKS kANE! I just went threw your thread, WOW! Love it!

BigDaddyV 08-18-2013 01:41 PM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Its been raining about everyday and haven't been able to do really anything, So I painted my new motor stands and motor mounts so when its dry I can get them put on.
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...psa5d36395.jpg

BigDaddyV 08-18-2013 03:02 PM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Before:
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...ps46e168ce.jpg
After:
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...ps79c4a3ab.jpg
Couldn't afford a new one so I refurbished my old one the way I wanted it.
:metal:

BigDaddyV 08-28-2013 10:49 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Sorry guys the Truck got put on hold for a few. I have to finish the Bird to have a daily driver, the pos dodge just aint workin out. had to spend my truck moneys on new heads for the 85. :( Hopefully I can make the money back up to get more goodies for the truck

builtbyKane 08-28-2013 10:56 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Don't let it get you down. There's always little things to do that doesn't cost much.
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BigDaddyV 08-28-2013 11:39 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Thank you Kane. I'm not going to be discouraged. I'm gonna keep rocking money or no.

BigDaddyV 09-04-2013 10:37 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Here is what I have been working on as a delay of "game"
Not bad for an old bird.
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...ps41b76eef.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...ps604ba83e.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...pse4347b2e.jpg

BigDaddyV 09-04-2013 10:47 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Just a lil update on the truck, Heres a pic with the drop blocks and the notchs. Trailing arms setting on frame.
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...ps3260240a.jpg
Sold my 17"s and will hopefully have tires for the 22s and the 20s for the front.

mcbassin 09-04-2013 11:11 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
That is a cool ole bird. Nice progress on the chassis.

BigDaddyV 09-04-2013 11:43 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Thanks Mike. My wife gave her to me when we got married and I'm Dieing to get her on the road. I named the ole Bird after my wife. "Rae" for Rachel. She is an amazing woman and I am lucky to have her. She also "Let" me trade my 94 formula for my C10. :)

BigDaddyV 09-19-2013 09:21 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Well I'm gathering material to build a new frame. I'm gonna start from the ground up and just use the front section where the motor crossmember and front bumper mount. Everything else will be hand built by me. I have to build a layout table first then Ill jig up the frame rails and start asymbling (sp?) everything. I'm using 4.75 x 1.5 x .25 tubing for my main rails and cross member pieces.

builtbyKane 09-19-2013 10:41 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
That's commitment right there! Whatever it takes to do it right. I say go for it.
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ksshane 09-19-2013 12:41 PM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
What made you decide to build a new frame?

BigDaddyV 09-19-2013 01:15 PM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
I didnt like the way mine was turning out and I know I can build a better frame. Not to be conceded or anything like that I just want my own custom Vess built ( me ) frame that when someone looks at it, they know I love my truck and that it is one of a kind.

ksshane 09-19-2013 02:15 PM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Thats awesome.

Wish I lived closer. I would try to buy your old frame from you. Your skill and talent far exceeds my own.

BigDaddyV 09-19-2013 02:17 PM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
I dont know about that bud. Im just analy retentive when it comes to making stuff, cause I want it to be perfect. :)

BigDaddyV 09-21-2013 07:19 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Got Good News! I have most of the material for my frame! and picked up so killa sound barrier And the best part it didn't cost me a thing!
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...psd5af635c.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...pse6319219.jpg
Woot, Now I just gotta get Mom's car fix and out of my basement.... lol

BigDaddyV 10-01-2013 06:35 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Well no real updates on my truck right now.:banghead: Just been gathering materials and Planning the design of my frame.:smoke: I am going 4 link instead of trailing arms. That has been a hard decision due to the fact that there are so many different ways to bag on 4 link. I like the parallel set up with another Link to the back with the bag closer to the rear bumper. More leverage more lift... :uhm:Hopefully I can get this all drawn and complete soon. I'm shooting at trying to lay out my frame this weekend and hopefully get it tacked up. Here are some of the ideas I've been looking at. Still undecided...:smoke:
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...psf54b7fb2.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...psb852876e.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...ps90b2dce1.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...psc5982f0a.jpg

BigDaddyV 10-01-2013 08:05 PM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Woot got some bucket seats today! Fo free... Well the guy owed me, so we are even on that debt. But anyway. I'll post a pic once I get them home.
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BigDaddyV 10-04-2013 07:01 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Got a set of 89 Mustang GT bucket seats for the truck, Gonna have the recovered by Chuck Bench, Master of the stitch! Looking at Black Leather with red, black & grey plaid for the centers. Heres a few quick shots of the seats. Just taking the head rests off first. :)
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...ps0e874ba9.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...ps9c0dd10f.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...ps694c3462.jpg

BigDaddyV 10-10-2013 06:38 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Quick Question... Do you think this is enough sound proof?
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...psae8e4b2f.jpg
I just dont know... hehe

VWNate1 10-10-2013 08:55 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
No but you're getting there .

Remember to do the inside of the doors too so they'll " THUNK " closed like a Caddy as well as reduce overall sound .

BigDaddyV 10-10-2013 10:10 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
I was planning on it. :)

BigDaddyV 10-23-2013 08:37 AM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
Alright, I'm back again.... lol
I started to get my frame layed out in the Man Cave.
Once I get a little more done on it I will post some picks.
I also drew up my own 4 link brkts. And found a guy close by to cut them for me.
Here are my hand drawn drafts. Let me know if they look ok?
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...ps760badb3.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...ps0b5abb18.jpg
First time Ive drawn anything in a while. Did these in about an hour.

BigDaddyV 10-31-2013 02:24 PM

Re: Project "Nether~Storm" 72 swb
 
well I got them modeled and am generating the prints. Hopefully I'll have them back from the laser company next week. :)
Here's a few of my models and a print.
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...ps480a453c.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...ps8ea8382f.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...ps8ff031aa.jpg
http://i1356.photobucket.com/albums/...psac636102.jpg


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