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Old 01-24-2010, 06:31 PM   #1
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Slowly making progress. Finally got the SSBC kit test fit and started test fitting the rear kit. Also nabbed a rear end to put under it.




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Old 01-24-2010, 06:51 PM   #2
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Old 01-24-2010, 06:55 PM   #3
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NICE!

I have a question about those mirrors: is that style still available? I have the mounting holes in my cab and would love to get a hold of a set of those.
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NICE!

I have a question about those mirrors: is that style still available? I have the mounting holes in my cab and would love to get a hold of a set of those.
The mirrors are just stock replacement mirror heads bolted into the upper mounts of the big truck mirrors that were on the truck when I got it.

This is a pic of the truck when I got it with the big ugly mirrors.


Here's a close-up of my mirrors now.
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Old 01-28-2010, 04:05 PM   #5
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The mirrors are just stock replacement mirror heads bolted into the upper mounts of the big truck mirrors that were on the truck when I got it.

This is a pic of the truck when I got it with the big ugly mirrors.


Here's a close-up of my mirrors now.
Thanks for the info!

I'll be keeping my eye open at Pick a Part, now that I know what to look for Hope you don't mind me imitating that mounting detail.
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Man that is looking sick!
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Man that is looking sick!
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Old 01-31-2010, 06:58 PM   #8
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Well, unfortunately, after trying all weekend to get the V6 back in and still have clearance to lay frame we came to the conclusion that it isn't going to fit. So now I guess I have to find a new motor and tranny. I really wanted to keep the 6 but it's just too big. I'm so bummed right now.
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Old 01-29-2010, 08:50 AM   #9
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Thanks for the info!

I'll be keeping my eye open at Pick a Part, now that I know what to look for Hope you don't mind me imitating that mounting detail.
Not at all.
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Thanks for the info!

I'll be keeping my eye open at Pick a Part, now that I know what to look for Hope you don't mind me imitating that mounting detail.


You know with the patina look you are going for I have a patinaed gmc grill that would match the patina look of you truck, will trade you straight across for that good looking chrome grille.......... Let me know and I will ship the rusty one to you........Kieth


Your truck is looking great..........
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Old 06-28-2011, 10:56 AM   #11
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Old 06-29-2011, 05:16 PM   #12
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You know with the patina look you are going for I have a patinaed gmc grill that would match the patina look of you truck, will trade you straight across for that good looking chrome grille.......... Let me know and I will ship the rusty one to you........Kieth


Your truck is looking great..........
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I think I'll pass on that trade...nice try though
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Old 01-04-2012, 06:13 PM   #13
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The mirrors are just stock replacement mirror heads bolted into the upper mounts of the big truck mirrors that were on the truck when I got it.

This is a pic of the truck when I got it with the big ugly mirrors.


Here's a close-up of my mirrors now.

Ohhh yes!! Sooo much better without those big mirrors. One of the first things that I have done when I got mine.
Man the engine looks freaking awesome! Great job!
Btw very original shift knob!

Again love your progress! Great job homie!
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Old 04-14-2011, 11:57 AM   #14
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Slowly making progress. Finally got the SSBC kit test fit and started test fitting the rear kit. Also nabbed a rear end to put under it.

I like this setup, it seems like it is a relatively simple to assemble. can this type of rear suspension be used on a stepside?
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Old 04-14-2011, 01:54 PM   #15
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I don't really know. It would definitely fit the frame but I don't know how wide the bedsides are on a stepper. I can measure how wide it is for you or you can give *****************/Quality Air Ride a call at 812-782-3581. It's called a 63-72 C-10 Rear Wishbone Super Lift System.
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