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lukeembry 11-22-2019 11:32 AM

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Vibro Solutions 2MM damping material installed, they offer kits that work well with the C10. i had enough to cover firewall, floor, back of cab, roof and inside of the doors. Top layer is Vibro Solutions 6MM foam to finish it off.

lukeembry 11-22-2019 11:39 AM

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Lee Power Steering box, I have installed 4 this year on other builds, highly recommend. Belltech sway bars, springs and shocks will be used on this build.

BabyBlue 11-25-2019 06:21 AM

Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build
 
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Originally Posted by lukeembry (Post 8630711)
Budnik wheels are ready for tires, I'll be running 20x10.5 and 20x8.5 with Michelin tires. I really like the brushed centers with polished lips.

Can't to see these on the truck, the brushed centers look awesome. Truck is coming together nicely.

Mattchu60 11-25-2019 08:15 AM

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Which Belltech drop springs did you use? And did they line up to the top and bottom pockets correctly?

lukeembry 11-25-2019 09:23 AM

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Belltech 4702 2" i took a set out that were 10 years old and installed a new set both sets fit perfect.








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Originally Posted by Mattchu60 (Post 8632642)
Which Belltech drop springs did you use? And did they line up to the top and bottom pockets correctly?


lukeembry 12-10-2019 10:46 AM

Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build
 
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getting body panels fit one last time before paint, I have been using TAMCO products from the start for all primer and paint needs. awesome stuff that I highly recommend

focusedontheprize 12-10-2019 12:33 PM

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The truck looks incredible in just primer. Looking forward to seeing it all painted.

MHarvey 12-10-2019 07:26 PM

Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build
 
Looks like it’s coming along great. I’m anxious to see it completed. Is that Coy’s vette in the background?

Roaddogg 12-10-2019 10:01 PM

Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build
 
Did you have to mod the trans tunnel to fit the transmission?

MHarvey 12-10-2019 10:23 PM

Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build
 
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Originally Posted by Roaddogg (Post 8640986)
Did you have to mod the trans tunnel to fit the transmission?

Roaddog, he posted back in post #33 that he raised his trans tunnel to make it fit, but I’m not sure how much he raised it. I’m currently working on a 6.0/6L90 combo and had to do the same. I cut out the low section and raised it similar to what a “high hump” 4wd trans tunnel would be. I’m hoping this way I can run factory replacement high hump carpet.

Roaddogg 12-10-2019 10:27 PM

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Oh yeah I see it now haha. I read the whole build thread a few weeks ago when I started considering a 6l90 and have been going back and forth and was skimming today and reconsidering it again but not sure I want to cut it up. Beautiful build by the way

lukeembry 12-12-2019 09:15 AM

Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build
 
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Originally Posted by MHarvey (Post 8640911)
Looks like it’s coming along great. I’m anxious to see it completed. Is that Coy’s vette in the background?


Ha, no its not he's too picky get it out much.

lukeembry 12-12-2019 09:17 AM

Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build
 
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Originally Posted by Roaddogg (Post 8640986)
Did you have to mod the trans tunnel to fit the transmission?


I did, you could probably get it to fit without doing so if you don't mind to sit the engine high and have 6 degrees or so in it. I prefer a low sitting engine and trans above the frame if possible.

lukeembry 12-12-2019 12:26 PM

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Dashes Direct seat foam and a new OE style seat cover complete, I'm really impressed with the seat foam.

lukeembry 12-12-2019 12:31 PM

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I went ahead a made a new fan shroud to go with the Dewitts radiator. I wanted use a certain style of Spal fans and also so I could mount the shroud to the factory top radiator plate.

MHarvey 12-12-2019 07:43 PM

Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build
 
Great job on everything so far. LOL on the vette situation. I’ve known him for around 30 years now and you’re exactly right about him being picky. I’m sure it sees the inside of the garage much more than the outside, lol.

lukeembry 01-17-2020 11:53 PM

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Here’s a few pic of the modified OE cast manifolds

lukeembry 01-17-2020 11:57 PM

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And another

MHarvey 01-18-2020 08:12 AM

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Those look great. Mine’s not even running yet and I’ve almost decided I should’ve went with manifolds over the Super Comp long tubes. I had the stock truck manifolds but also looked at the Holley ones as well. I’m hoping I don’t have heat soak issues on the starter with the long tubes. Those manifolds make everything look nice and clean.

moregrip 01-18-2020 10:43 AM

Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build
 
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Originally Posted by lukeembry (Post 8661502)
And another

:metal::metal:

looks factory clean! Nice work!

What backspacing did you select for your wheel choice? thank you

melks 01-18-2020 02:40 PM

Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build
 
Everything looks great! This all motivates me to have fun cleaning up my 84 one day.

Schroedum 01-18-2020 07:13 PM

Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build
 
Holy crap. Awesome build!

lukeembry 01-19-2020 02:35 AM

Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build
 
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Originally Posted by MHarvey (Post 8661588)
Those look great. Mine’s not even running yet and I’ve almost decided I should’ve went with manifolds over the Super Comp long tubes. I had the stock truck manifolds but also looked at the Holley ones as well. I’m hoping I don’t have heat soak issues on the starter with the long tubes. Those manifolds make everything look nice and clean.

I like the manifold look, I’m all about OE look and quieter exhaust these days.

lukeembry 01-19-2020 02:36 AM

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Originally Posted by moregrip (Post 8661620)
:metal::metal:

looks factory clean! Nice work!

What backspacing did you select for your wheel choice? thank you

Thanks, keep in touch. I did 5” on front and rear. The rear is tight to the bedside with a 10.5” wheel.

lukeembry 01-19-2020 02:38 AM

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Originally Posted by melks (Post 8661756)
Everything looks great! This all motivates me to have fun cleaning up my 84 one day.

Thanks, I look forward to it being finished.


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