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nickp51chevy · 05-16-2010, 09:06 PM

Jeff, your filler looks great. I was going to do that, but I was scared to cut the bed side. Good job on it.

jeffs51chevy · 08-06-2010, 09:52 PM

Just so you guys didn't think I died, been working on making this pig go.

Getting ever so closer. Never liked being the rabit anyway.

rhodog77 · 08-06-2010, 10:25 PM

Hey Jeff,
Glad to see that your back at it. I got mine fired up last week. What a beautiful sound!!!!!! Got my 4x4 rearend, with springs and a brand new blazer gas tank......all for $100.00. Im picking it up tomorrow. thanks again for the lead on CL. I spoke with guy today. He doesnt want to separate. Im still on the hunt. Thanks again

brian

rhodog77 · 08-08-2010, 08:07 PM

Jeff,

when you swaped to the 4x4 rearend, did you use the 4x4 leaf springs of just the axle. I got mine all broke down and ready to clean up. Didn't want to clean the new springs if the setup is wrong.

thanks

brian

jeffs51chevy · 08-08-2010, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rhodog77

Jeff,

when you swaped to the 4x4 rearend, did you use the 4x4 leaf springs of just the axle. I got mine all broke down and ready to clean up. Didn't want to clean the new springs if the setup is wrong.

thanks

brian

Brian,
I found the Blazer springs to be sightly shorter than the pickup leafs, so I swaped them out. I'm currently trying to source s10 lightning or ZQ8 (I think) coded leafs. I haven't confrimed it personally, but they are supposed to be 1 1/2 inches lower than stock - goodbye lowering blocks. Hope that helped.

Jeff

Thadious · 08-08-2010, 10:13 PM

"I'm currently trying to source s10 lightning or ZQ8 (I think) coded leafs. I haven't confrimed it personally, but they are supposed to be 1 1/2 inches lower than stock - goodbye lowering blocks."

Now there's something I didn't know! Let me know how you make out on that... I may be heading the same way... was looking for another truck's set that would do the same... I know Jeep YJ and F**d Ranger springs sit fairly close to flat or with a slight arch...

Cheers,
Ted.

BlueJeep · 09-05-2010, 12:17 AM

Jeff, what did it take to mount your rear bumper? Did you have to modify the stock rear bumper brackets? I have a rear bumper, but no brackets and I'm trying to see if I need to source some or just build some from scratch. Thanks!

bjcaldwe · 09-05-2010, 07:01 PM

From what I have read all the zq8 parts can be found on the extreme s10's including drop coils up front. I think they are like 1.5in drop coils. Also, large sway bars.

jeffs51chevy · 09-07-2010, 10:00 AM

Blue Jeep,

I used the stock bumper brackets and integrated them with my rear bed mounts - to kill two birds with one stone. I used what I had laying around; just a piece of 3 inch square tubing. Both the bed and the rear bumper brackets are bolted to the tubing. I will get you photos because it will be a ton easier to see the brackets than for me to try and explain them. They are just tacked at the moment, but you will get the idea.

Jeff

BlueJeep · 09-12-2010, 05:21 PM

Thanks Jeff, I'll look forward to seeing how you did it and what I'm going to need to do for the same.

**WIDESIDE72** · 09-21-2010, 10:09 PM

very helpful thread!

bustac · 09-26-2010, 05:36 PM

Making progress...still needs driveshaft, radiator and steering column.

BOOOGHAR · 11-06-2010, 02:58 PM

jeff, how are you mounting the master cylinder, I was thinking of mounting mine under the cab since there is extra room using your body mounts

jeffs51chevy · 03-07-2011, 11:20 AM

*****UPDATE******

Fired

up the motor this weekend and man was that a kick in the butt. Rebuilt the motor myself, minus the machine work. It was almost like watching your children walk for the first time. Ok a distant second, but very cool. We also started setting the sheet metal (hopefully for the last time). I hope I've got all the bugs worked out. The truck should be driving by the end of the month. I'll let you guys know.

Jeff

Daniel U · 03-07-2011, 12:14 PM

Very Cool!

Thadious · 03-07-2011, 01:31 PM

Sweet! Congrats Jeff! Looking forward to that day myself!

rhodog77 · 03-09-2011, 09:29 PM

Jeff,

Awesome to hear that you got the motor up and running. I was wondering what happened to you. Hadnt seen your thread updated in a while. Thanks for the offer on the fuel cap. I went with 1952ssr's idea of seperating the caps, still have to get the old cap and tear it apart. Might have to take you up on the offer if it doesnt work. Make sure you shot a video of your first drive and post it up. Im sure it will give a bunch of us some motivation.

thanks again

Brian

jeffs51chevy · 03-11-2011, 11:40 AM

Thanks guys!

I appologize for the lack of updates, but life is currently kicking me in the teeth. My home computer died and my only access to the internet is while at work and the office filter stops me from posting photos. Truth be told, I would rather spend the money for a new computer on my truck. I know, priorities, priorities. Ok, back to the salt mine.

Jeff

nickp51chevy · 03-11-2011, 02:38 PM

Congrats on your progress Jeff!!!

daverod · 03-20-2011, 10:55 PM

Guess I'll copy your cab mounts. I'll might have to copy some other things as well.

I really have no idea.

Told ya I would get one of these trucks one day.

jeffs51chevy · 03-21-2011, 09:39 AM

Daverod,
I'm glad to hear you finally jumped in. Let me know if you have any questions. I don't know much, but will help out as much as I can.
Jeff

MrDude_1 · 03-21-2011, 09:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeffs51chevy

Thanks guys!

I appologize for the lack of updates, but life is currently kicking me in the teeth. My home computer died and my only access to the internet is while at work and the office filter stops me from posting photos. Truth be told, I would rather spend the money for a new computer on my truck. I know, priorities, priorities. Ok, back to the salt mine.

Jeff

in the meantime, if you email me your pictures, and id be happy to host them on my webspace for you.
my email is MrDude_1@FastGM.com (theres a _ between Dude and 1 that you cant see when its underlined)

busarich · 03-27-2011, 01:51 AM

Nice build post. I am planning on going with a S10 frame on my 58. Very nice work.

Rich

51chevytruck · 10-12-2011, 09:44 PM

I have been following for awhile any updates?

Leroy-B1 · 10-12-2011, 09:56 PM

Watching this one
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05-16-2010, 09:06 PM	#176
nickp51chevy Registered Chevy Owner Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Snohomish, wa Posts: 1,557	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Jeff, your filler looks great. I was going to do that, but I was scared to cut the bed side. Good job on it. __________________ Love is fleeting, but Chevy trucks are forever!!!! 1970 Chevy CST C10 long box 350/400 2008 Chevy Silverado short box 4x4 Had; 1951 Chevy short box 307/T5 1988 Chevy shot box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C20 long box 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 350/350

08-06-2010, 09:52 PM	#177
jeffs51chevy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: caldwell, idaho Posts: 132	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Just so you guys didn't think I died, been working on making this pig go. Getting ever so closer. Never liked being the rabit anyway. Last edited by jeffs51chevy; 08-06-2010 at 09:53 PM.

08-06-2010, 10:25 PM	#178
rhodog77 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Burlington, KY USA Posts: 338	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Hey Jeff, Glad to see that your back at it. I got mine fired up last week. What a beautiful sound!!!!!! Got my 4x4 rearend, with springs and a brand new blazer gas tank......all for $100.00. Im picking it up tomorrow. thanks again for the lead on CL. I spoke with guy today. He doesnt want to separate. Im still on the hunt. Thanks again brian __________________ "Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying" 1970 P10 Stepvan Last edited by rhodog77; 08-07-2010 at 08:05 PM.

08-08-2010, 08:07 PM	#179
rhodog77 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Burlington, KY USA Posts: 338	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Jeff, when you swaped to the 4x4 rearend, did you use the 4x4 leaf springs of just the axle. I got mine all broke down and ready to clean up. Didn't want to clean the new springs if the setup is wrong. thanks brian __________________ "Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying" 1970 P10 Stepvan

08-08-2010, 10:13 PM	#181
Thadious Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Creston, BC Canada Posts: 367	Re: Yet Another s10 swap "I'm currently trying to source s10 lightning or ZQ8 (I think) coded leafs. I haven't confrimed it personally, but they are supposed to be 1 1/2 inches lower than stock - goodbye lowering blocks." Now there's something I didn't know! Let me know how you make out on that... I may be heading the same way... was looking for another truck's set that would do the same... I know Jeep YJ and F**d Ranger springs sit fairly close to flat or with a slight arch... Cheers, Ted. __________________ '51 Chevy Build - In the design stages Aut viam inveniam aut faciam - I will either find a way or make one. If you don't have time to do it right the first time, when will you... My new build - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...70#post8958970

09-05-2010, 12:17 AM	#182
BlueJeep Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Waukee, Iowa Posts: 1,608	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Jeff, what did it take to mount your rear bumper? Did you have to modify the stock rear bumper brackets? I have a rear bumper, but no brackets and I'm trying to see if I need to source some or just build some from scratch. Thanks! __________________ build threads: 86 Suburban 88 Jeep 6.0 swap 49 Chevy truck 54 Chevy wagon 86 Suburban lowered 4/6 54 Chevy wagon 49 Chevy/s10 mix 88 Jeep Wrangler rockcrawler

09-05-2010, 07:01 PM	#183
bjcaldwe Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 1,169	Re: Yet Another s10 swap From what I have read all the zq8 parts can be found on the extreme s10's including drop coils up front. I think they are like 1.5in drop coils. Also, large sway bars. __________________ My AD Truck Build Thread 52 GMC one day laying on the running boards 2004 Chevy Crewcab. 3/5 and notched

09-07-2010, 10:00 AM	#184
jeffs51chevy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: caldwell, idaho Posts: 132	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Blue Jeep, I used the stock bumper brackets and integrated them with my rear bed mounts - to kill two birds with one stone. I used what I had laying around; just a piece of 3 inch square tubing. Both the bed and the rear bumper brackets are bolted to the tubing. I will get you photos because it will be a ton easier to see the brackets than for me to try and explain them. They are just tacked at the moment, but you will get the idea. Jeff

09-12-2010, 05:21 PM	#185
BlueJeep Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Waukee, Iowa Posts: 1,608	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Thanks Jeff, I'll look forward to seeing how you did it and what I'm going to need to do for the same. __________________ build threads: 86 Suburban 88 Jeep 6.0 swap 49 Chevy truck 54 Chevy wagon 86 Suburban lowered 4/6 54 Chevy wagon 49 Chevy/s10 mix 88 Jeep Wrangler rockcrawler

09-21-2010, 10:09 PM	#186
WIDESIDE72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Cedar Park, Texas Posts: 7,494	Re: Yet Another s10 swap very helpful thread!

09-26-2010, 05:36 PM	#187
bustac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Mass Posts: 62	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Making progress...still needs driveshaft, radiator and steering column.

11-06-2010, 02:58 PM	#188
BOOOGHAR Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: League City, TX Posts: 3	Re: Yet Another s10 swap jeff, how are you mounting the master cylinder, I was thinking of mounting mine under the cab since there is extra room using your body mounts

03-07-2011, 11:20 AM	#189
jeffs51chevy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: caldwell, idaho Posts: 132	Re: Yet Another s10 swap ***UPDATE**** Fired up the motor this weekend and man was that a kick in the butt. Rebuilt the motor myself, minus the machine work. It was almost like watching your children walk for the first time. Ok a distant second, but very cool. We also started setting the sheet metal (hopefully for the last time). I hope I've got all the bugs worked out. The truck should be driving by the end of the month. I'll let you guys know. Jeff

03-07-2011, 12:14 PM	#190
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Very Cool! __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe

03-07-2011, 01:31 PM	#191
Thadious Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Creston, BC Canada Posts: 367	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Sweet! Congrats Jeff! Looking forward to that day myself! __________________ '51 Chevy Build - In the design stages Aut viam inveniam aut faciam - I will either find a way or make one. If you don't have time to do it right the first time, when will you... My new build - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...70#post8958970



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03-09-2011, 09:29 PM	#192
rhodog77 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Burlington, KY USA Posts: 338	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Jeff, Awesome to hear that you got the motor up and running. I was wondering what happened to you. Hadnt seen your thread updated in a while. Thanks for the offer on the fuel cap. I went with 1952ssr's idea of seperating the caps, still have to get the old cap and tear it apart. Might have to take you up on the offer if it doesnt work. Make sure you shot a video of your first drive and post it up. Im sure it will give a bunch of us some motivation. thanks again Brian __________________ "Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying" 1970 P10 Stepvan

03-11-2011, 11:40 AM	#193
jeffs51chevy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: caldwell, idaho Posts: 132	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Thanks guys! I appologize for the lack of updates, but life is currently kicking me in the teeth. My home computer died and my only access to the internet is while at work and the office filter stops me from posting photos. Truth be told, I would rather spend the money for a new computer on my truck. I know, priorities, priorities. Ok, back to the salt mine. Jeff

03-11-2011, 02:38 PM	#194
nickp51chevy Registered Chevy Owner Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Snohomish, wa Posts: 1,557	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Congrats on your progress Jeff!!! __________________ Love is fleeting, but Chevy trucks are forever!!!! 1970 Chevy CST C10 long box 350/400 2008 Chevy Silverado short box 4x4 Had; 1951 Chevy short box 307/T5 1988 Chevy shot box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 4x4 350/350 1971 Chevy C20 long box 350/350 1971 Chevy C10 long box 350/350

03-20-2011, 10:55 PM	#195
daverod SSN 706 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pocatello Idaho Posts: 3,821	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Guess I'll copy your cab mounts. I'll might have to copy some other things as well. I really have no idea. Told ya I would get one of these trucks one day. __________________ Daverods 64 C10 Daily driver 292 3 speed "Driver" Daverods 66 Build C10 Bags 350/350(On Hold) Daverods 52 Build 3100 S10 chassis,Bags, 350/700r4 "Click it" Last edited by daverod; 03-20-2011 at 10:56 PM.

03-21-2011, 09:39 AM	#196
jeffs51chevy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: caldwell, idaho Posts: 132	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Daverod, I'm glad to hear you finally jumped in. Let me know if you have any questions. I don't know much, but will help out as much as I can. Jeff

03-27-2011, 01:51 AM	#198
busarich Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Minot AFB North Dakota Posts: 84	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Nice build post. I am planning on going with a S10 frame on my 58. Very nice work. Rich

10-12-2011, 09:44 PM	#199
51chevytruck Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Wellington OH Posts: 39	Re: Yet Another s10 swap I have been following for awhile any updates?

10-12-2011, 09:56 PM	#200
Leroy-B1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Mars Hill, NC Posts: 1,994	Re: Yet Another s10 swap Watching this one Posted via Mobile Device

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