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dv8customs · 02-07-2009, 08:56 PM

69face · 02-07-2009, 09:29 PM

as usual great work and attention to detail

dv8customs · 02-07-2009, 09:41 PM

Still need to add a little more bracing to keep the door from flexing. It is sagging about a 1/4 inch.

jrsmith_2010 · 02-07-2009, 09:56 PM

thats awesome dude!

nuke1 · 02-10-2009, 09:34 PM

great start you have on the truck so far, i really like the direction you are going with this build. especially the suicide doors, i really want them on mine, but thewife does not, guess who wins, LOL.

dv8customs · 02-18-2009, 01:10 PM

I have been having problems getting the right latches/install kit from the guys I ordered the kit from. They are supposed to be sending the right parts out today. I hope to be able to finish up the passenger door before the end of the month.

justpball · 02-18-2009, 04:58 PM

looking good bro!

dv8customs · 02-21-2009, 07:47 PM

dv8customs · 02-21-2009, 07:45 PM

A buddy had his wheels off so I threw them on to see how it looked.....

jrsmith_2010 · 02-21-2009, 07:51 PM

i like the wheels

mrenj23 · 02-21-2009, 08:44 PM

man that looks good. Are those 20''s or 22''s?

dv8customs · 02-21-2009, 08:46 PM

22's

smashingchuck · 02-21-2009, 09:20 PM

Looking good. Does it lay flat on the frame or do you still have something hold you up? Can't really tell.

dv8customs · 02-21-2009, 09:44 PM

With the 22's up front it is up about a 1/2". The back would lay the bumper on the ground if it had one but I left jack stands in the back to keep it level. I could cut the lower arms to recess the bag some but then I am not sure I could get enough lift to clear the wheels. I guess I could always try it, and if it doesn't work out just plate it back up.

smashingchuck · 02-22-2009, 03:42 AM

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Originally Posted by dv8customs

With the 22's up front it is up about a 1/2". The back would lay the bumper on the ground if it had one but I left jack stands in the back to keep it level. I could cut the lower arms to recess the bag some but then I am not sure I could get enough lift to clear the wheels. I guess I could always try it, and if it doesn't work out just plate it back up.

I wouldn't worry about it. Laying frame is over rated. Whatever you do I wouldn't let it sit lower in the back when it's laid out.

Primer70 · 02-22-2009, 04:04 AM

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Originally Posted by smashingchuck

I wouldn't worry about it. Laying frame is over rated. Whatever you do I wouldn't let it sit lower in the back when it's laid out.

Yeah as long as it's body dropped and touching the ground, laying frame is over rated. LOL! Just kidding. I like what you did with the front well opening, think I'll do it on my Suburban.

chevyrestoguy · 02-22-2009, 01:21 PM

I am very impressed with all the mods you have done with your truck. I love the fender trick especially. How difficult was it to raise the bed floor?

I also noticed that all the pictures were taken outside, and it looks like you don't have a garage. If you're doing all of this stuff out in the weather, then you are truly a maniac! Keep posting pictures!!

dv8customs · 02-22-2009, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by chevyrestoguy

I am very impressed with all the mods you have done with your truck. I love the fender trick especially. How difficult was it to raise the bed floor?

I also noticed that all the pictures were taken outside, and it looks like you don't have a garage. If you're doing all of this stuff out in the weather, then you are truly a maniac! Keep posting pictures!!

Raising the bed floor was pretty easy. Just unbolt it, raise it up, and weld it back in. I went ahead and sectioned the rear fenders so they would fit back in and keep the "stock" appearance.

You are right, I don't have a garage so I am at the mercy of the weather.

menace121978 · 02-21-2009, 11:00 PM

damn that is SICK!! keep it going!

mrenj23 · 02-21-2009, 11:14 PM

I gots to get some bigger wheels

cochino12 · 02-21-2009, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by mrenj23

I gots to get some bigger wheels

me too!!

dv8customs, that truck is looking awesome!!

killthewabbit · 02-22-2009, 02:29 PM

Did you have to change your steering any after the front Z, or have you gotten that far along yet? I've seen threads where people did a mild Z and didn't have to change the steering, but didn't know if 1 7/8" was the magic number or not...

Are your lower rear bars from SD as well?

This is a sweet looking build. I love the fender mods, and totally dig how you kept/raised the rear bed floor.

dv8customs · 02-22-2009, 04:24 PM

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Originally Posted by killthewabbit

Did you have to change your steering any after the front Z, or have you gotten that far along yet? I've seen threads where people did a mild Z and didn't have to change the steering, but didn't know if 1 7/8" was the magic number or not...

Are your lower rear bars from SD as well?

This is a sweet looking build. I love the fender mods, and totally dig how you kept/raised the rear bed floor.

I haven't gotten to the steering yet. It looks like I may be able to just put a small notch in the upper arm but I don't know for sure yet. The rear set-up is a triangulated 4-link from SD.

69face · 02-24-2009, 02:21 AM

looks awesome!

dv8customs · 04-20-2009, 11:50 PM

Little update....

My install kit showed up this weekend so I got starte on it. Had to recess the striker a bit to get everything to work right and in the process I cut out an unecessarily large hole.

Went from this

To this

Still have plenty to do but it's a start. I am going to add another piece to the top so that it flows back in like the bottom does. The transition from the striker plate to the bottom piece I added looks a little odd because it goes from a square edge to a rounded edge so that is something I have to work out as well.

02-07-2009, 08:56 PM	#1
dv8customs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: East Texas Posts: 1,047	Re: Project '86 Last edited by dv8customs; 02-07-2009 at 08:57 PM.

02-07-2009, 09:29 PM	#2
69face Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: northridge Posts: 534	Re: Project '86 as usual great work and attention to detail __________________ ""A bagged vehicle is only as good as it's wheel/tire combo!" -getlowness! my build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=223747:metal: I'M SO SO CAL!

02-07-2009, 09:41 PM	#3
dv8customs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: East Texas Posts: 1,047	Re: Project '86 Still need to add a little more bracing to keep the door from flexing. It is sagging about a 1/4 inch.

02-07-2009, 09:56 PM	#4
jrsmith_2010 I like turtles... Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas Posts: 993	Re: Project '86 thats awesome dude! __________________ 1979 Silverado- lowered 5/7, 20 inch Boss rims, everything shaved, caddy lights, billet interior, UP FOR SALE! 1983 Scottsdale-on the back burner...SOLD!!! 1992 Silverado- extended cab, stock for now, but no promises SOLD!!! 2006 Chevy Cobalt-college car, staying stock Whatever can't get fixed with a hammer, a roll of duct tape, a clothes hanger, a tube of glue, and a case of beer, can wait until tomorrow.

02-10-2009, 09:34 PM	#5
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: Project '86 great start you have on the truck so far, i really like the direction you are going with this build. especially the suicide doors, i really want them on mine, but thewife does not, guess who wins, LOL. __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

02-18-2009, 01:10 PM	#6
dv8customs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: East Texas Posts: 1,047	Re: Project '86 I have been having problems getting the right latches/install kit from the guys I ordered the kit from. They are supposed to be sending the right parts out today. I hope to be able to finish up the passenger door before the end of the month.

02-18-2009, 04:58 PM	#7
justpball Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Silverhill, Al Posts: 2,026	Re: Project '86 looking good bro! __________________ Fuzzy Dice Club Member 87 Crew SWB Build for the crew http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=430082 http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3232925 90 burb 2wd Build Thread For The Burb! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=383055

02-21-2009, 07:47 PM	#8
dv8customs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: East Texas Posts: 1,047	Re: Project '86 Last edited by dv8customs; 02-21-2009 at 07:48 PM.

02-21-2009, 07:45 PM	#9
dv8customs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: East Texas Posts: 1,047	Re: Project '86 A buddy had his wheels off so I threw them on to see how it looked..... Last edited by dv8customs; 02-21-2009 at 07:48 PM.

02-21-2009, 07:51 PM	#10
jrsmith_2010 I like turtles... Join Date: May 2008 Location: Kansas Posts: 993	Re: Project '86 i like the wheels __________________ 1979 Silverado- lowered 5/7, 20 inch Boss rims, everything shaved, caddy lights, billet interior, UP FOR SALE! 1983 Scottsdale-on the back burner...SOLD!!! 1992 Silverado- extended cab, stock for now, but no promises SOLD!!! 2006 Chevy Cobalt-college car, staying stock Whatever can't get fixed with a hammer, a roll of duct tape, a clothes hanger, a tube of glue, and a case of beer, can wait until tomorrow.

02-21-2009, 08:44 PM	#11
mrenj23 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: florida Posts: 160	Re: Project '86 man that looks good. Are those 20''s or 22''s? __________________

02-21-2009, 08:46 PM	#12
dv8customs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: East Texas Posts: 1,047	Re: Project '86 22's

02-21-2009, 09:20 PM	#13
smashingchuck It'd be alot cooler if you did Join Date: May 2003 Location: Three Rivers, MI Posts: 2,345	Re: Project '86 Looking good. Does it lay flat on the frame or do you still have something hold you up? Can't really tell. __________________ 78 Build Thread 4Runner Build

02-21-2009, 09:44 PM	#14
dv8customs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: East Texas Posts: 1,047	Re: Project '86 With the 22's up front it is up about a 1/2". The back would lay the bumper on the ground if it had one but I left jack stands in the back to keep it level. I could cut the lower arms to recess the bag some but then I am not sure I could get enough lift to clear the wheels. I guess I could always try it, and if it doesn't work out just plate it back up.

02-22-2009, 01:21 PM	#17
chevyrestoguy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: apple valley, ca Posts: 2,670	Re: Project '86 I am very impressed with all the mods you have done with your truck. I love the fender trick especially. How difficult was it to raise the bed floor? I also noticed that all the pictures were taken outside, and it looks like you don't have a garage. If you're doing all of this stuff out in the weather, then you are truly a maniac! Keep posting pictures!!



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02-21-2009, 11:00 PM	#19
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Project '86 damn that is SICK!! keep it going! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

02-21-2009, 11:14 PM	#20
mrenj23 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: florida Posts: 160	Re: Project '86 I gots to get some bigger wheels __________________

02-22-2009, 02:29 PM	#22
killthewabbit Spear and magic helmet! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 1,226	Re: Project '86 Did you have to change your steering any after the front Z, or have you gotten that far along yet? I've seen threads where people did a mild Z and didn't have to change the steering, but didn't know if 1 7/8" was the magic number or not... Are your lower rear bars from SD as well? This is a sweet looking build. I love the fender mods, and totally dig how you kept/raised the rear bed floor. __________________ -- Will

02-24-2009, 02:21 AM	#24
69face Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: northridge Posts: 534	Re: Project '86 looks awesome! __________________ ""A bagged vehicle is only as good as it's wheel/tire combo!" -getlowness! my build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=223747:metal: I'M SO SO CAL!

04-20-2009, 11:50 PM	#25
dv8customs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: East Texas Posts: 1,047	Re: Project '86 Little update.... My install kit showed up this weekend so I got starte on it. Had to recess the striker a bit to get everything to work right and in the process I cut out an unecessarily large hole. Went from this To this Still have plenty to do but it's a start. I am going to add another piece to the top so that it flows back in like the bottom does. The transition from the striker plate to the bottom piece I added looks a little odd because it goes from a square edge to a rounded edge so that is something I have to work out as well.

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