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lukeembry · 08-23-2019, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

I looked @ your build thread on LS1.com. Kind of figured you were going bigger than the L83 since you already had a 6.0.
I highly recommend swapping out your rag-joint set-up for a Cherokee XJ shaft swap. I chimed in on pg.2: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=505196&page=3

The L83 actually makes more power than a stock 6.0. I’m looking for a modern driver so 400hp is plenty. No rag joint on this truck, I made a steering shaft I’ll post pics on ls1tech
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SCOTI · 08-23-2019, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by lukeembry

The L83 actually makes more power than a stock 6.0. I’m looking for a modern driver so 400hp is plenty. No rag joint on this truck, I made a steering shaft I’ll post pics on ls1tech
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Gotcha. The pics I saw over there it had what looked like a fresh rag-joint in place on that new Lee box. Seems you're farther ahead on the build than that pic.
Anyhoo…. I figured I would say something since you spent the money for a better box

lukeembry · 08-23-2019, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Gotcha. The pics I saw over there it had what looked like a fresh rag-joint in place on that new Lee box. Seems you're farther ahead on the build than that pic.
Anyhoo…. I figured I would say something since you spent the money for a better box

Yea I went back and forth on what I wanted to do. Finally decided on building a shaft. I’m behind posting pics and updates, I’ll add some updates this weekend. Keep in touch
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Jalaska907 · 08-26-2019, 01:06 PM

Great Build! Im trying to get motivate on my 86 right now. Im currently working on my mopar. Im a huge fan of Tamco products, been using them for 5/6 years now. My challenger is ground up Tamco, and has been painted for two years now. Still looks like the day it was shot.

Like many have said before, killer build, and Im looking forward to watching it come together.

*nekkidhillbilly* · 08-26-2019, 07:51 PM

I feel like im watching hgtv when they bust up perfectly good cabinets with a sledge hammer. just messing with ya.

87chevy.com · 08-27-2019, 12:00 AM

I've done a few l83 swaps and drive my 87 gen 5 swap a few times week and daum fun. If you dont have a high hump trans tunnel, you will need one.. the 6l80 is not going to fit a low hump tunnel. See my build thread in the ls swap sectupn

rickit · 08-27-2019, 07:23 PM

looking good there neighbor!

lukeembry · 08-28-2019, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by 87chevy.com

I've done a few l83 swaps and drive my 87 gen 5 swap a few times week and daum fun. If you dont have a high hump trans tunnel, you will need one.. the 6l80 is not going to fit a low hump tunnel. See my build thread in the ls swap sectupn

I raised the tunnel some to clear

lukeembry · 08-28-2019, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Jalaska907

Great Build! Im trying to get motivate on my 86 right now. Im currently working on my mopar. Im a huge fan of Tamco products, been using them for 5/6 years now. My challenger is ground up Tamco, and has been painted for two years now. Still looks like the day it was shot.

Like many have said before, killer build, and Im looking forward to watching it come together.

Tammy and the Tamco group are awesome people, I really like their products

lukeembry · 11-19-2019, 11:35 AM

Here's a few pics of the build, going to try to find time to give updates every couple days. Holley LT mid-mount accessory drive looks right at home. using a 87 R10 hanger I added a Walbro 255 pump along with a Holley Hydramat. I'll be using dual tanks that aren't baffled from Holley, they come silver but I went ahead and painted them again and used a flat clear to finish them off.

lukeembry · 11-19-2019, 11:37 AM

Engine bay looking more complete, inside of bed panels stripped down from having bedliner spray for years and last is some of the hardware back from zinc plating.

SCOTI · 11-19-2019, 11:56 AM

I like the color more & more w/each view. Coming together nicely!

lukeembry · 11-21-2019, 11:19 AM

Master Power Brakes installed, very nice brake kit and highly recommend, designed to use CPP spindle but I changed to the Wilwood spindle for wheel fitment issues. I'll also be using the Baer remaster with custom built stainless lines.

lukeembry · 11-21-2019, 11:23 AM

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.

**TKCR** · 11-21-2019, 11:33 AM

Nice!

SCOTI · 11-21-2019, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by lukeembry

Master Power Brakes installed, very nice brake kit and highly recommend, designed to use CPP spindle but I changed to the Wilwood spindle for wheel fitment issues. I'll also be using the Baer remaster with custom built stainless lines.

Nice. I would only make three small changes......

Shifty One · 11-21-2019, 02:21 PM

Gorgeous!

lukeembry · 11-21-2019, 03:07 PM

new bed floor, reworked OE wheel tubs and new front panel. it was a tough choice to finish the inside of the bed out nice vs bedliner. I really hate that I can't put anything back there without scratches or damage.

SCOTI · 11-21-2019, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by lukeembry

new bed floor, reworked OE wheel tubs and new front panel. it was a tough choice to finish the inside of the bed out nice vs bedliner. I really hate that I can't put anything back there without scratches or damage.

Standard rubber bed matt when needed should help w/that.

lukeembry · 11-21-2019, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Standard rubber bed matt when needed should help w/that.

id like one but they quit making short bed matts years ago, I guess I could pick up a long bed mat and cut it to fit.

SCOTI · 11-21-2019, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by lukeembry

id like one but they quit making short bed matts years ago, I guess I could pick up a long bed mat and cut it to fit.

Exactly. It's not like it would be there full time but sure is a nice layer of protection if/when needed.

focusedontheprize · 11-21-2019, 06:03 PM

Progress looks great!

MHarvey · 11-21-2019, 09:51 PM

Hey Luke, would you want to sell your old bed floor? I’m working on mine as we speak and my bed floor needs some repair. I was going to line it anyway, so thought I’d see if you wanted to part with your old one. I’m in Bowling Green, so local to you. Crazy to see the transformation that you’re going through on this truck. I’ve seen it around town over the years and always thought it looked great. Thanks, Mike.

lukeembry · 11-22-2019, 09:16 AM

Mike you just missed out, i gave it away last week. after posting it forsale a few times and no bites i gave it away to clean up my shop. if you need any other parts let me know, i still have alot of stuff.

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Originally Posted by MHarvey

Hey Luke, would you want to sell your old bed floor? I’m working on mine as we speak and my bed floor needs some repair. I was going to line it anyway, so thought I’d see if you wanted to part with your old one. I’m in Bowling Green, so local to you. Crazy to see the transformation that you’re going through on this truck. I’ve seen it around town over the years and always thought it looked great. Thanks, Mike.

MHarvey · 11-22-2019, 09:22 AM

Thanks Luke, I appreciate it. I’ve been so off again/on again with mine that I haven’t kept my eyes open for certain stuff and I seem to miss out. Your truck is looking great, keep up the good work!

08-26-2019, 01:06 PM	#29
Jalaska907 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Kenai, Alaska Posts: 2	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build Great Build! Im trying to get motivate on my 86 right now. Im currently working on my mopar. Im a huge fan of Tamco products, been using them for 5/6 years now. My challenger is ground up Tamco, and has been painted for two years now. Still looks like the day it was shot. Like many have said before, killer build, and Im looking forward to watching it come together.

08-26-2019, 07:51 PM	#30
nekkidhillbilly Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: hazard, ky Posts: 1,674	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build I feel like im watching hgtv when they bust up perfectly good cabinets with a sledge hammer. just messing with ya.

08-27-2019, 12:00 AM	#31
87chevy.com BMW & ASE Master Certified Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 1,266	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build I've done a few l83 swaps and drive my 87 gen 5 swap a few times week and daum fun. If you dont have a high hump trans tunnel, you will need one.. the 6l80 is not going to fit a low hump tunnel. See my build thread in the ls swap sectupn __________________ 1987 Silverado - L83 5.3 w/ 6L80e ,A/C,P/W,P/L,TILT, HID projectors, Wilwood C-10 Pro Spindles w/ 2018 silverado front brakes & C-5 Corvette Rear Disc Brakes 1999 BMW 528i - 5.7 LS1 w/ 4l60e, Ford 8.8 IRS w31 spline posi & FX-r projector retrofit New project: 2006 BMW x5 6cyl AWD to L83 6l80e 4wd to 2WD / RWD A poor man buy's it twice finally got my domain name back, 87chevy.com.... site rework in progress

08-27-2019, 07:23 PM	#32
rickit Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: kentucky Posts: 161	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build looking good there neighbor!

11-19-2019, 11:35 AM	#35
lukeembry Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: morgantown ky Posts: 99	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build Here's a few pics of the build, going to try to find time to give updates every couple days. Holley LT mid-mount accessory drive looks right at home. using a 87 R10 hanger I added a Walbro 255 pump along with a Holley Hydramat. I'll be using dual tanks that aren't baffled from Holley, they come silver but I went ahead and painted them again and used a flat clear to finish them off. Attached Images Last edited by lukeembry; 11-19-2019 at 11:52 AM.

11-19-2019, 11:37 AM	#36
lukeembry Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: morgantown ky Posts: 99	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build Engine bay looking more complete, inside of bed panels stripped down from having bedliner spray for years and last is some of the hardware back from zinc plating. Attached Images Last edited by lukeembry; 11-19-2019 at 11:48 AM.

11-19-2019, 11:56 AM	#37
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,031	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build I like the color more & more w/each view. Coming together nicely! __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

11-21-2019, 11:19 AM	#38
lukeembry Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: morgantown ky Posts: 99	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build Master Power Brakes installed, very nice brake kit and highly recommend, designed to use CPP spindle but I changed to the Wilwood spindle for wheel fitment issues. I'll also be using the Baer remaster with custom built stainless lines. Attached Images

11-21-2019, 11:23 AM	#39
lukeembry Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: morgantown ky Posts: 99	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build 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. Attached Images

11-21-2019, 11:33 AM	#40
TKCR Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Ohio Posts: 6,959	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build Nice! __________________ FB Page for my Seats Belts https://www.facebook.com/73-87-Chevy...9439407476735/ Restoring Seatbelts: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=809750 SOLD My 86 Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=654972 Past Restored Bench Seats:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=715398 PayPal link to pay for your items: https://www.paypal.me/TKCR

11-21-2019, 02:21 PM	#42
Shifty One Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 729	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build Gorgeous!

11-21-2019, 03:07 PM	#43
lukeembry Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: morgantown ky Posts: 99	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build new bed floor, reworked OE wheel tubs and new front panel. it was a tough choice to finish the inside of the bed out nice vs bedliner. I really hate that I can't put anything back there without scratches or damage. Attached Images

11-21-2019, 06:03 PM	#47
focusedontheprize Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: CA Posts: 846	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build Progress looks great! __________________ "Dixie" - 1988 Chevrolet V30 CC DRW "3+3" \| 7.4L 454 (L19) \| TH400 \| 4" lift \| 35"s "Lucille" - 1949 Chevrolet 3100 (on hold)

11-21-2019, 09:51 PM	#48
MHarvey Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Bowling Green, Ky Posts: 14	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build Hey Luke, would you want to sell your old bed floor? I’m working on mine as we speak and my bed floor needs some repair. I was going to line it anyway, so thought I’d see if you wanted to part with your old one. I’m in Bowling Green, so local to you. Crazy to see the transformation that you’re going through on this truck. I’ve seen it around town over the years and always thought it looked great. Thanks, Mike.

11-22-2019, 09:22 AM	#50
MHarvey Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Bowling Green, Ky Posts: 14	Re: 85 C10 LT/6L80 Frame off build Thanks Luke, I appreciate it. I’ve been so off again/on again with mine that I haven’t kept my eyes open for certain stuff and I seem to miss out. Your truck is looking great, keep up the good work!



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