Project "Blacked Out" Begins!

[53lochevy]

Hey bud what was the length from the rear end frame rail to the center axle in yours? Got the stock manual but wanted to know what it actual is dont have the bed as of yet so was wondering.

[jkaylor68gmc]

So this past weekend I again started bolting on boy panels to ensure the fit, they all look really good, I am going to have to pick up a grille because I gave my mint painted one to a buddy and now it looks like I need a descent painted one for the path I am taking. Since this is technically the better halfs, she has decided to go the beater route but with a fuel injected Vortec and 4L60E and descent inteiror but a rough patina exterior. I also reinstalled the bed and began lookign at all the options. I will get the photo and post it later of the goal.

Since we are going to be takign the patina route I am going to try and get everything assembled and painted in the next two moths, that is the goal. I am a little, well a lot low on exra truck money so I need to wait until the '68 is gone.

[CAL 58 GMC]

Looks like some great progress! Good Job!

[Hart_Rod]

Painted? You just need to just shove it outside until you're ready to put the motor in it, .

[jkaylor68gmc]

sweet. Good plan. No I think we are going to paint it rough and sand through and flat clear it.

[jkaylor68gmc]

Here is the truck I am going to emulate




This one is real patine but I can get close.

[solidaxel]

I have seen that truck up close and everything underneath is finished!!!

[solidaxel]

Here is his buddys truck at the same show!

[jkaylor68gmc]

That is my plan also, I am going to finish sanding and filling the frame and install the LS1 or Vortec and paint the engine compartment.

[jkaylor68gmc]

So I have been on hiatus from the truck working on the other two pick-ups. I think this weekend I am going to work a little more on the frame and get it buttoned up before paint.

[Tri5Nerd]

Originally Posted by jkaylor68gmc

That is my plan also, I am going to finish sanding and filling the frame and install the LS1 or Vortec and paint the engine compartment.

Something like this?

[49S10]

Josh-
If you haven't already checked with them you might want to look at what Southern Performance offers that might fit your budget. They are near Atlanta. I purchased an LS1 from them a few years ago and they were nice people to deal with.
http://www.southernperformancesystems.com/

[jkaylor68gmc]

Yeah that is the kind of shot I was looking for, however I see you clipped yours but it appears narrow enough to fit inside the factory rails.

[Tri5Nerd]

Originally Posted by jkaylor68gmc

Yeah that is the kind of shot I was looking for, however I see you clipped yours but it appears narrow enough to fit inside the factory rails.

Yeah, it's clipped and is for a 55 second series. I would think you can get mounts to make it fit correctly in your frame.

[jkaylor68gmc]

yeah, if not I am gonna install a regular small block.

[PBFAB.COM]

Originally Posted by jkaylor68gmc

Yeah that is the kind of shot I was looking for, however I see you clipped yours but it appears narrow enough to fit inside the factory rails.

It's a tight fit... but the LS1 fits between the factory rails. You might need to get into the firewall to set the motor back far enough to run an electric fan and shroud set-up.

[jkaylor68gmc]

NOoooooo, I would really hate to do that, btw whats up Nathan?

[PBFAB.COM]

Originally Posted by jkaylor68gmc

NOoooooo, I would really hate to do that, btw whats up Nathan?

Staying busy... trying to juggle everything that's going on!

Good to see some progress on the truck!

[jkaylor68gmc]

So I just got my rendering from Carter Hickman (blaz air). I now know just how cool it is.

[tvblazer78]

I like it Josh.. Any new pics?

[jkaylor68gmc]

I plan o begin finishing up the frame this next week. Gonna cut out the rear crossmember to make room for the tank, weld up three more holes and begin bondoing the frame in the morning.

What are you up to trav?

josh

[Daniel U]

Pretty cool idea on the "concept" pic. I think that would inspire me to get back to work on my '54. I'm definitely going the "patina" route next time. I'm tired of being concerned about where I park and if I get a door ding. Keep us posted!

[tvblazer78]

Originally Posted by jkaylor68gmc

I plan o begin finishing up the frame this next week. Gonna cut out the rear crossmember to make room for the tank, weld up three more holes and begin bondoing the frame in the morning.

What are you up to trav?

josh

Just trying to keep the blazer clean for the car shows.

This thing is looking good, do you think you will get on the road by the fall?

Trav

[jkaylor68gmc]

If an LS-1 and trans fall out of the sky and into the frame. Casey and I began bondoing the frame last night, oh how I love bondo (not). I'll try and get this weeks pic posted sometime.

[CAL 58 GMC]

That rendering is sweet man!