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spudz · 05-24-2011, 09:08 PM

always something simple! lol

watahyahknow · 05-25-2011, 07:53 AM

just youre typical DOHW moment

73gmc454 · 05-26-2011, 08:55 PM

More progress , I got all the wiring tired up, and the led lights I got for the rear were sticking out to far to get the lens on, so I bent up a box and did a lil filing on the hole , 2 rivets and some silicone and they clear fine !

73gmc454 · 06-10-2011, 10:32 PM

I've made some more progress , got all the underhood wiring done , even hooked up a underhood light , made a battery tray with hold down, finally got the drip rails on , I'll never take them apart again, I had to grind some off the base so I could get the ss trim on , now onto the interior next !

my4by2 · 06-10-2011, 10:42 PM

Clean & simple - love it man!!!

73gmc454 · 06-12-2011, 07:09 AM

Thanks , I finally got started on my dash panel yesterday ,made from 1/8" aluminum, just taped together at the moment ,

my4by2 · 06-12-2011, 07:43 AM

Now there's a different look - cool!

Pop's C-10 · 06-12-2011, 09:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 73gmc454

More progress , I got all the wiring tired up, and the led lights I got for the rear were sticking out to far to get the lens on, so I bent up a box and did a lil filing on the hole , 2 rivets and some silicone and they clear fine !

trick idea

kikkegek · 06-12-2011, 04:34 PM

I had a problem finding LEDs for the rear lights up to now, because they do only light up one way and do not reflect on the reflector. because of that you only get one bright spot in stead of the whole rear lit up.

do you have all LEDs in your rear lights? any pics of all of them installed and pics of them lit up?

(sorry for my english, I am dutch)..

And I had the problem that there is too little difference between BRAKE, FLASHER and NORMAL light at night..

**Corts60** · 06-12-2011, 04:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 73gmc454

Thanks , I finally got started on my dash panel yesterday ,made from 1/8" aluminum, just taped together at the moment ,

Wow! I think you are on to something there. That looks like it could've been a GM design. Great job!

watahyahknow · 06-12-2011, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by kikkegek

I had a problem finding LEDs for the rear lights up to now, because they do only light up one way and do not reflect on the reflector. because of that you only get one bright spot in stead of the whole rear lit up.

do you have all LEDs in your rear lights? any pics of all of them installed and pics of them lit up?

(sorry for my english, I am dutch)..

And I had the problem that there is too little difference between BRAKE, FLASHER and NORMAL light at night..

wat you could do is make sumting youreself using a stock rearlight , dril a ring of holes intoo the reflector big enough to hotgleu a single led inside and solder the lot on the back reflector in such a way it comes out to 12 volts , you can either use a broken bulbfitting and solder the led setup to that so you dont have to break intoo the stock wiring or just solder it straight to the wiring when the ring of leds light up the reflector helps a bit and should give a bigger spot of light , the leds themselves will for surtain outlive the reflectors so it doesnt matter too mush that you cant replace them

BuddR · 06-12-2011, 07:07 PM

NICE !!!!!!!! That aluminum dash panal will look great buffed & polished. Again and as always AWESOME work...

kikkegek · 06-13-2011, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by watahyahknow

wat you could do is make sumting youreself using a stock rearlight , dril a ring of holes intoo the reflector big enough to hotgleu a single led inside and solder the lot on the back reflector in such a way it comes out to 12 volts , you can either use a broken bulbfitting and solder the led setup to that so you dont have to break intoo the stock wiring or just solder it straight to the wiring when the ring of leds light up the reflector helps a bit and should give a bigger spot of light , the leds themselves will for surtain outlive the reflectors so it doesnt matter too mush that you cant replace them

thansk man! good idea

I might even consider doing a mod using these led strips in red:

I have been told that white LED behind a red lens dont light up well, so I will go with red LEDs.

73gmc454 · 06-13-2011, 09:40 PM

Thanks guys , I cant wait to get this dash panel done ! as for the led's I bought these http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...=STRK:MEWNX:IT and 1156 just like them, I think they work good ,first pic is tailights second is tail ans stop, I also got all the dash wiring tuned up and put some 5mm leds in for the turn signals,brights and low brake, they are bright !

mcboomport · 06-13-2011, 11:37 PM

Looking good!
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rocking chevy · 06-14-2011, 12:32 AM

nice build.

luifer76 · 06-14-2011, 03:28 PM

nice work on the cluster man is gonna look good once youre done with it.....

73gmc454 · 06-15-2011, 12:26 AM

Thanks guys , you help keep me motivated ! I got a lil more done on the dash panel, I also made a panel to cover up my air compressor mount and horns after seeing the pic of the taillights on, I really noticed that area needed tuned up,fixed it right up, next I got the washer squiters in so I went to put them on but the cowl hood doesnt have the vents for them to exit so I used an old 1 and made a extension, they exit though 1 of the holes in the cowl of the hood ,I'll clean/paint them up and install tomorrow ,

dougminton · 06-16-2011, 12:55 PM

very nice. subscribed

73gmc454 · 06-20-2011, 09:27 PM

Thanks ,I got the dash panel tacked together and all fit in with the mounting screws ,also made a plastic template for the column cover,

rocking chevy · 06-21-2011, 11:32 AM

nice work, it looks great.

73gmc454 · 06-22-2011, 01:07 PM

I've been turning new knobs for everything , lights, wipers,turn and tilt levers ... and the heater controls , I had a rough time getting the knobs off the new heater control ,finally ended up cutting them off ,I'll take more pics of them as I get them mounted on ,

watahyahknow · 06-22-2011, 05:03 PM

i think twist style knobs would look better on the truck not sure if they make sumting that would work on the truck setup though
i used to have a opel astra in europe the knobs on that where cable operated and where backlight

pulling the middle knob activates the rearscreen heater the 2 push buttons at the bottom are for airco and closing the outside vent (when driving behind a stinking dieseltruck )
its all build together on a plastic frame

BuddR · 06-22-2011, 05:24 PM

I think the knobs looks AWESOME, unique !!! Also what kind of speedo are you goin use, a 160mph ?

Gordonr1973 · 06-23-2011, 12:43 AM

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Originally Posted by 73gmc454

I've been turning new knobs for everything , lights, wipers,turn and tilt levers ... and the heater controls , I had a rough time getting the knobs off the new heater control ,finally ended up cutting them off ,I'll take more pics of them as I get them mounted on ,

These knobs you made look awesome!!!

05-24-2011, 09:08 PM	#151
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05-25-2011, 07:53 AM	#152
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb just youre typical DOHW moment __________________ i got a job again and having fun at it too idea's for the trucks and the order of things to do are taking shape and get closer to being realized , a few more months and i be able to start building for real i complete 2 of the trucks intoo running fashion one custom and one basicly stock the thirth will be sacrificed for parts

05-26-2011, 08:55 PM	#153
73gmc454 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: louisville ohio Posts: 375	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb More progress , I got all the wiring tired up, and the led lights I got for the rear were sticking out to far to get the lens on, so I bent up a box and did a lil filing on the hole , 2 rivets and some silicone and they clear fine ! Attached Images __________________ my build 77 gmc shortbed big block, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=438237

06-10-2011, 10:32 PM	#154
73gmc454 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: louisville ohio Posts: 375	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb I've made some more progress , got all the underhood wiring done , even hooked up a underhood light , made a battery tray with hold down, finally got the drip rails on , I'll never take them apart again, I had to grind some off the base so I could get the ss trim on , now onto the interior next ! Attached Images __________________ my build 77 gmc shortbed big block, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=438237

06-10-2011, 10:42 PM	#155
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb Clean & simple - love it man!!! __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K30 LWB Crew Cab 497HP Mast Motorsports 6.0L LY6 HO engine GM NV4500 5-speed, Centerforce clutch + NP205 D60 + 14-bolt FF w/ Eaton posi + disc brakes Skyjacker 2.5" full spring lift w/ Nitro shocks Custom paint + interior http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=435722

06-12-2011, 07:09 AM	#156
73gmc454 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: louisville ohio Posts: 375	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb Thanks , I finally got started on my dash panel yesterday ,made from 1/8" aluminum, just taped together at the moment , Attached Images __________________ my build 77 gmc shortbed big block, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=438237

06-12-2011, 07:43 AM	#157
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb Now there's a different look - cool!

06-12-2011, 04:34 PM	#159
kikkegek Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Netherlands, The Hague Posts: 1,518	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb I had a problem finding LEDs for the rear lights up to now, because they do only light up one way and do not reflect on the reflector. because of that you only get one bright spot in stead of the whole rear lit up. do you have all LEDs in your rear lights? any pics of all of them installed and pics of them lit up? (sorry for my english, I am dutch).. And I had the problem that there is too little difference between BRAKE, FLASHER and NORMAL light at night.. __________________ My dreamride / project:1977 GMC C15 Suburban In storage: Monster - 1974 GMC Suburban 25hundred Sold : Chevrolet Suburban K20 Silverado 1986 Guide: real HID projectors for 4x6 headlights link: DIY LED TAILLIGHTS

06-12-2011, 07:07 PM	#162
BuddR Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Philo Ohio Posts: 13	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb NICE !!!!!!!! That aluminum dash panal will look great buffed & polished. Again and as always AWESOME work...

06-13-2011, 09:40 PM	#164
73gmc454 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: louisville ohio Posts: 375	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb Thanks guys , I cant wait to get this dash panel done ! as for the led's I bought these http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...=STRK:MEWNX:IT and 1156 just like them, I think they work good ,first pic is tailights second is tail ans stop, I also got all the dash wiring tuned up and put some 5mm leds in for the turn signals,brights and low brake, they are bright ! Attached Images __________________ my build 77 gmc shortbed big block, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=438237

06-13-2011, 11:37 PM	#165
mcboomport Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 320	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb Looking good! Posted via Mobile Device

06-14-2011, 12:32 AM	#166
rocking chevy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Nebraska Posts: 262	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb nice build.

06-14-2011, 03:28 PM	#167
luifer76 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Southern California CA Posts: 1,088	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb nice work on the cluster man is gonna look good once youre done with it..... __________________ nOtHiNg LiKe ThE gOoD oLe ChEvYs....

06-15-2011, 12:26 AM	#168
73gmc454 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: louisville ohio Posts: 375	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb Thanks guys , you help keep me motivated ! I got a lil more done on the dash panel, I also made a panel to cover up my air compressor mount and horns after seeing the pic of the taillights on, I really noticed that area needed tuned up,fixed it right up, next I got the washer squiters in so I went to put them on but the cowl hood doesnt have the vents for them to exit so I used an old 1 and made a extension, they exit though 1 of the holes in the cowl of the hood ,I'll clean/paint them up and install tomorrow , Attached Images __________________ my build 77 gmc shortbed big block, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=438237

06-16-2011, 12:55 PM	#169
dougminton Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: norman okahoma Posts: 269	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb very nice. subscribed __________________ The TEAL GMC build thread is HERE 1972 GMC SWB 454 oval ports TH400 fastest 1/4 mile time so far 13.05 @ 104 If you think you have too much horsepower you obviously have a traction problem !



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06-20-2011, 09:27 PM	#170
73gmc454 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: louisville ohio Posts: 375	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb Thanks ,I got the dash panel tacked together and all fit in with the mounting screws ,also made a plastic template for the column cover, Attached Images __________________ my build 77 gmc shortbed big block, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=438237

06-21-2011, 11:32 AM	#171
rocking chevy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Nebraska Posts: 262	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb nice work, it looks great.

06-22-2011, 01:07 PM	#172
73gmc454 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: louisville ohio Posts: 375	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb I've been turning new knobs for everything , lights, wipers,turn and tilt levers ... and the heater controls , I had a rough time getting the knobs off the new heater control ,finally ended up cutting them off ,I'll take more pics of them as I get them mounted on , Attached Images __________________ my build 77 gmc shortbed big block, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=438237

06-22-2011, 05:03 PM	#173
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb i think twist style knobs would look better on the truck not sure if they make sumting that would work on the truck setup though i used to have a opel astra in europe the knobs on that where cable operated and where backlight pulling the middle knob activates the rearscreen heater the 2 push buttons at the bottom are for airco and closing the outside vent (when driving behind a stinking dieseltruck ) its all build together on a plastic frame __________________ i got a job again and having fun at it too idea's for the trucks and the order of things to do are taking shape and get closer to being realized , a few more months and i be able to start building for real i complete 2 of the trucks intoo running fashion one custom and one basicly stock the thirth will be sacrificed for parts Last edited by watahyahknow; 06-22-2011 at 05:06 PM.

06-22-2011, 05:24 PM	#174
BuddR Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Philo Ohio Posts: 13	Re: 77 yellow gmc swb I think the knobs looks AWESOME, unique !!! Also what kind of speedo are you goin use, a 160mph ?

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