1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

This is my first off frame restoration.

The List:

337ci Small Block Chevy (327 Bored 60 over)
91/2:1 Compression
TRW Pistons
Crower Cam
Edlebrock Intake
Holly Street 670cfm Carb
GM Performance double hump heads
MSD Ignition HEI Distribitor
MSD 8mm wires
FlowTech Headers

Rebuilt Turbo 350 with Stage 2 Shift Kit
2200 RPM Stall Torque Convertor

NP205 Transfer Case

Front: Dana 44 with Splicer Hubs

Rear: Eaton 5002

Custom 12" Lift

39.5 IROK Swampers on M/T Wheels

Before Pictures:
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So far we have removed the orignal 350ci and turbo 350 and body.

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I have been working a lot on body work. I have coated the frame with a 3M undercoating. I just started on primering the cab.

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I will have pictures up soon after I finish spraying the primer. For now here are the pictures of the 337.
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Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

Looked like a pretty clean truck to start with! I will be watching your build. Can't wait to see what it looks like when you get done. What color are you going to paint the body? ...Joe

Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

looks like your off to a good start.

Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

I will be painting it a candy blue. It is a Gm factory color that belongs to the new GTO.

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Can't wait to see it when it's done! ...Joe

Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

Let me start with saying the body work SUCKS!!!! I am so tired. Things have slowed down over these last few weeks. I have finished stripping the old cab of all the things I needed and took it and the bed down to Early Classics for store credit. They have been a great help.
So here is what we have been able to get accomplished...

I have cleaned and sprayed the frame with a protective coating by 3M.

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I started spraying primer on the cab, and doors.

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We have also installed the 337ci Small Block Chevy Engine, new Turbo 350 Transmission, NP205 Transfer Case, and 40 series Flowmaster exhaust system.

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I already have another update coming as soon as I get the pictures on my computer. Heres a teaser for you ...Lets just say that I'l be driving the truck next weekend.

Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

you got that right body work does suck expecally on the cab.....until you see it painted then its worth the work.....and the motor looks great

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Ok we are almost finished! Tomorrow the truck will go down to Automatic Transmission Center to have the new tranny to be repaired. I received a defective tranny. So i have to let them fix it. Anyway here are the most up to date photos...

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I should be able to drive it around the block tomorrow!!! Oh and by the way the engine sounds awesome!!!! I finished primering the bed on saturday along with installing the new glovebox. Today I ordered my new wheels, tires and shocks. I should get all of that by friday. I will have pics of all the lift kit and tire/wheels by this weekend for ya'll.

Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

Nice work,and a lot of it!!!!!!!!

Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

Cool project. What will you do to address the steering with 12" of lift? Who is making your springs? What gear ratio will you be using in the axles? What tire size did you finally decide on? Man, I sure have alot of questions! :lol:

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Phase one is complete!!! I finally drove it! Man it sound so mean. Here are the current pictures.

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So after drive my baby for its first weekend out, I blew my head gaskets. Not my fault!! Its my dads fault for not realizing that the engine needed all new gaskets.

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Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

I will be posting phase two "Lifting my 72 K20" in the 4x4 threads.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267790

I'd just like to thank Stan, Mark, Jeff, and Terry at Early Classic Enterprises. This project wouldn't have happened without them and there help.

Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

you have all 4 hub caps or just the fronts even

Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

I do have all four.

Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

would you want to sell them

Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

I've been thinking about it. I'll keep you in mind if I do decide to sell them.

Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

Were is the rest of the build? lift pictures, anything

Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

Nice truck! Anymore info on that K10 in the pics?

Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

The lifted Blazer? Brother-in-law's truck with 350 fuel injected, 700r, & 208. 6" procomp lift, 10bolts front/rear and 35" swampers.

Re: 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 3/4 4x4 Project
 

I will be posting phase two "Lifting my 72 K20" in the 4x4 threads.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267790

I'd just like to thank Stan, Mark, Jeff, and Terry at Early Classic Enterprises. This project wouldn't have happened without them and there help.