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Scot_Douglas · 08-17-2012, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by thepartsguy

Any new progress on your truck?

Not really.

I put a new carburetor on it, but that's about it. I focused all my work on the house this year and the other projects just kinda feel off the radar.

Well, not for long - my wife of 7 years left me 4 weeks ago today - so after I get my life straightened out a bit, I'll be using the truck as therapy.

awbrown · 08-17-2012, 09:21 PM

That sucks , if you come down this way give me a call .. Cruzin is good therapy.... been putting some miles on mine lately so it would be cool to hang out ...

Solo2002 · 08-31-2012, 09:42 PM

cool build man this truck rocks

66redw/white · 09-01-2012, 11:40 AM

man i hear ya on the ol lady thing. it takes a second or two to figure things out but ill tell you it does come around. and then youll be better for it anyway. garaunteed

Scot_Douglas · 08-07-2014, 01:53 PM

Changes are coming.

LQ4 / TKO600 transmission begins soon.

56taskforce · 08-07-2014, 07:32 PM

If you are anything like me projects may get re prioritised but rarely ever abandoned. OMG I might be a horder

awbrown · 09-05-2014, 10:38 PM

Hey Scot How are ya ??? been watching to see if you had been working on your truck .. I just drove mine for 4 weeks straight while I was looking for a newer truck ..

tinydb84 · 09-11-2014, 12:54 AM

I always wondered what happen to this truck. So cool you are at it again!

66-PMD-GMC · 10-26-2014, 12:54 PM

Checking in on your build... been watching from the beginning.
Your build gave me the inspiration to do a C4 suspended C10

Next time my wife and I are in your area.. (have lots of family in and around Howell having been born there)... I'd love to meet up and check out your truck..

We'll actually be driving my 66 Pontiac-ed GMC..

66 PMD

Scot_Douglas · 10-28-2014, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by awbrown

Hey Scot How are ya ??? been watching to see if you had been working on your truck .. I just drove mine for 4 weeks straight while I was looking for a newer truck ..

Hey Adney!

Quote:

Originally Posted by tinydb84

I always wondered what happen to this truck. So cool you are at it again!

I'll probably be buried in it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 66-PMD-GMC

Checking in on your build... been watching from the beginning.
Your build gave me the inspiration to do a C4 suspended C10

Next time my wife and I are in your area.. (have lots of family in and around Howell having been born there)... I'd love to meet up and check out your truck..

We'll actually be driving my 66 Pontiac-ed GMC..

66 PMD

Let me know! Would love to meet you and have you come hang out!

So...

As for an update...

Truck is patiently waiting as I finish the one-year remodel of my master bath.

I have a couple of interesting (maybe stupid) mods coming up (besides the new engine / trans) I'll share soon!

66-PMD-GMC · 10-28-2014, 09:23 AM

Scot_Douglas · 10-29-2014, 07:55 AM

And for my next trick: C2 rear bumpers.

66-PMD-GMC · 10-29-2014, 08:01 AM

That will look sharp

rusty76 · 10-30-2014, 08:48 PM

Cool truck. I just spent some time going over your build and I like it.!

awbrown · 12-20-2014, 09:34 PM

OK Scot , do you have that bathroom project done yet ???

Scot_Douglas · 12-21-2014, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by awbrown

OK Scot , do you have that bathroom project done yet ???

Houston Ben · 02-16-2015, 09:17 PM

Hi Scott, how do you like the wheels? I have a chance to pick a set up but worry they are to narrow and will spin to easy, I currently run 275 60 15 on a square with an LS swap. By the way, they look good on your truck.

Jeff La · 02-17-2015, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 56taskforce

If you are anything like me projects may get re prioritised but rarely ever abandoned. OMG I might be a horder

I reprioritise to many times

Scot_Douglas · 03-03-2015, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Houston Ben

Hi Scott, how do you like the wheels? I have a chance to pick a set up but worry they are to narrow and will spin to easy, I currently run 275 60 15 on a square with an LS swap. By the way, they look good on your truck.

I love them - but you have to remember I was running an open diff with around 300 HP...

I bought an extra set and plan to have them widened soon; I've just started building the 6L LS engine.

Bass66C10 · 09-13-2016, 10:19 PM

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chevycheetah · 04-21-2017, 12:52 PM

Scot, any updates!?

Scot_Douglas · 06-08-2018, 08:00 AM

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Originally Posted by chevycheetah

Scot, any updates!?

LOL,
Well, the bathroom remodel is finished, does that count!?

Actually,
The truck has been sitting in the same spot as the last pics in this thread. However, I had liberty build a faceplated TKO-600 for me and I have all the machinework finished on the LQ4 to "convert" it into a iron-blocked LS3. ASA camshaft, CNC ported LS3 heads and a truck intake for better torque. Bought a new engine wiring harness / ECU for GM performance parts and hope to have around 500 - 550 horsepower when it's together.

I need to figure out what to do for a fuel system, flywheel / clutch, and see how all this new stuff is going to clear my custom steering rack.

Also, my welder stopped working, so I have to tear into that and see WTF is wrong - because I bet I'll need it soon!

Watch this space.

Purcell69 · 06-08-2018, 01:43 PM

Scott, Thank you for sharing the link to this thread. I really admire your ability to fabricate. Looking at what you have going vs. what I've done so far makes me feel like a cave man working with a dull rock. Lol!

Looking back to the beginning at the bearing mess in your stroked 350, I knew right away what had happened. Obviously you figured that out long ago.

The LQ4 should really be a hoot when it's in. Even though my truck isn't moving just yet, I'm looking ahead to some future project/s. I have the .060 over 350 that was originally built for the '57 sitting sealed up in storage with less than 500 miles on it. That engine needs to go in to something.

Then there is the burning desire to build another 454 to again, put in to something. I built one for my wife's Big 10 years ago when the .060 over 350 dropped a valve seat (which is why it is now .060 over). She LOVES the big block. That truck was sold years ago now, so there is a nostalgic want for another.

And I can't help but wonder what all the LS love is about. I grew up on small journal 327 Chevys spinning at 7,500 rpm. The Big 10 was my first Big Block toy and it was built to tow, though it would smoke the tires for a city block if you laid in to it. It may be time for me to try something new, just because.

So there it is, three projects lined up, waiting for me to finish the '57.

Keep up the good work brother. Life gets in the way for a while and stuff ends up on the back burner, but in the long run, turning wrenches is therapy and if nothing else, serves as a distraction until the hard times have passed.

-Joe

Scot_Douglas · 06-08-2018, 02:44 PM

Glad I could share back, after reading a few of your threads!

awbrown · 06-12-2018, 05:36 PM

Scot , it is good to see you on here again , I too have been busy with life , I bought/ am re modeling a building for my business .. Moved the business from Detroit to Ferndale and never thought I would be as busy as I am now .. So Ol' blue has had to sit out last summer .. But I did get the leaks fixed and drove it to work today , so I have progress ...

08-17-2012, 09:21 PM	#202
awbrown Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Detroit MI Posts: 1,209	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 That sucks , if you come down this way give me a call .. Cruzin is good therapy.... been putting some miles on mine lately so it would be cool to hang out ...

08-31-2012, 09:42 PM	#203
Solo2002 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Bibb CO.Alabama Posts: 321	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 cool build man this truck rocks __________________ 1966 C10 short stepper KMHK

09-01-2012, 11:40 AM	#204
66redw/white made in america Join Date: May 2010 Location: baton rouge la Posts: 653	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 man i hear ya on the ol lady thing. it takes a second or two to figure things out but ill tell you it does come around. and then youll be better for it anyway. garaunteed __________________ 2005 gmc sierra- 4/6, t56, cammed 5.3. 4.10, big bars, and brakes. sounds good 1964 c10-283 powerpack, 3 on the tree 2004 corvette- lowered, borla, tuned. slow my old girl 1966 c10- 305v8, t-5 sold

08-07-2014, 01:53 PM	#205
Scot_Douglas Fabrication OCD Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Howell, MI Posts: 403	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 Changes are coming. LQ4 / TKO600 transmission begins soon. __________________ 1964 C10 - sold to chris1044 1966 C10 Build 'Fread

08-07-2014, 07:32 PM	#206
56taskforce Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Roy, WA. Posts: 77	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 If you are anything like me projects may get re prioritised but rarely ever abandoned. OMG I might be a horder

09-05-2014, 10:38 PM	#207
awbrown Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Detroit MI Posts: 1,209	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 Hey Scot How are ya ??? been watching to see if you had been working on your truck .. I just drove mine for 4 weeks straight while I was looking for a newer truck ..

09-11-2014, 12:54 AM	#208
tinydb84 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: San Jose Ca Posts: 2,871	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 I always wondered what happen to this truck. So cool you are at it again! __________________ David Used parts build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=638991 My brother's Nova: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=727985 Rear suspension rework: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=750557 Instagram: myfabguy

10-26-2014, 12:54 PM	#209
66-PMD-GMC The 60-66 GMC/Pontiac guy.... Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Apache Junction, Arizona Posts: 1,306	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 Checking in on your build... been watching from the beginning. Your build gave me the inspiration to do a C4 suspended C10 Next time my wife and I are in your area.. (have lots of family in and around Howell having been born there)... I'd love to meet up and check out your truck.. We'll actually be driving my 66 Pontiac-ed GMC.. 66 PMD __________________ Building Genuine Pontiac Firepowered cars and trucks for several decades. Why Pontiac?? That's just me daring to be different. Projects.. 63 C10 Short Wheel Base fleetside (The Pro-Street) currently under reconstruction. 440CID 2X4 Pontiac

10-28-2014, 09:23 AM	#211
66-PMD-GMC The 60-66 GMC/Pontiac guy.... Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Apache Junction, Arizona Posts: 1,306	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 __________________ Building Genuine Pontiac Firepowered cars and trucks for several decades. Why Pontiac?? That's just me daring to be different. Projects.. 63 C10 Short Wheel Base fleetside (The Pro-Street) currently under reconstruction. 440CID 2X4 Pontiac

10-29-2014, 07:55 AM	#212
Scot_Douglas Fabrication OCD Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Howell, MI Posts: 403	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 And for my next trick: C2 rear bumpers. __________________ 1964 C10 - sold to chris1044 1966 C10 Build 'Fread

10-29-2014, 08:01 AM	#213
66-PMD-GMC The 60-66 GMC/Pontiac guy.... Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Apache Junction, Arizona Posts: 1,306	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 That will look sharp __________________ Building Genuine Pontiac Firepowered cars and trucks for several decades. Why Pontiac?? That's just me daring to be different. Projects.. 63 C10 Short Wheel Base fleetside (The Pro-Street) currently under reconstruction. 440CID 2X4 Pontiac

10-30-2014, 08:48 PM	#214
rusty76 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Midway, NC Posts: 3,275	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 Cool truck. I just spent some time going over your build and I like it.! __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=581873 The low buck build threads. Check'em out! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=666022 My build thread Crossmembers CC

12-20-2014, 09:34 PM	#215
awbrown Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Detroit MI Posts: 1,209	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 OK Scot , do you have that bathroom project done yet ???

02-16-2015, 09:17 PM	#217
Houston Ben Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Houston Texas Posts: 713	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 Hi Scott, how do you like the wheels? I have a chance to pick a set up but worry they are to narrow and will spin to easy, I currently run 275 60 15 on a square with an LS swap. By the way, they look good on your truck.

09-13-2016, 10:19 PM	#220
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04-21-2017, 12:52 PM	#221
chevycheetah Registered User Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Alexandria, Ky Posts: 19	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 Scot, any updates!? __________________ 1972 Chevrolet C20 350 crate motor, 700R4 "It's more fun to experience things when you don't know what's going to happen."

06-08-2018, 01:43 PM	#223
Purcell69 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Central OK Posts: 521	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 Scott, Thank you for sharing the link to this thread. I really admire your ability to fabricate. Looking at what you have going vs. what I've done so far makes me feel like a cave man working with a dull rock. Lol! Looking back to the beginning at the bearing mess in your stroked 350, I knew right away what had happened. Obviously you figured that out long ago. The LQ4 should really be a hoot when it's in. Even though my truck isn't moving just yet, I'm looking ahead to some future project/s. I have the .060 over 350 that was originally built for the '57 sitting sealed up in storage with less than 500 miles on it. That engine needs to go in to something. Then there is the burning desire to build another 454 to again, put in to something. I built one for my wife's Big 10 years ago when the .060 over 350 dropped a valve seat (which is why it is now .060 over). She LOVES the big block. That truck was sold years ago now, so there is a nostalgic want for another. And I can't help but wonder what all the LS love is about. I grew up on small journal 327 Chevys spinning at 7,500 rpm. The Big 10 was my first Big Block toy and it was built to tow, though it would smoke the tires for a city block if you laid in to it. It may be time for me to try something new, just because. So there it is, three projects lined up, waiting for me to finish the '57. Keep up the good work brother. Life gets in the way for a while and stuff ends up on the back burner, but in the long run, turning wrenches is therapy and if nothing else, serves as a distraction until the hard times have passed. -Joe __________________ My '57 "Ram-rolet" not a NAPCO build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=589917

06-08-2018, 02:44 PM	#224
Scot_Douglas Fabrication OCD Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Howell, MI Posts: 403	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 Glad I could share back, after reading a few of your threads! __________________ 1964 C10 - sold to chris1044 1966 C10 Build 'Fread

06-12-2018, 05:36 PM	#225
awbrown Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Detroit MI Posts: 1,209	Re: Starting my first build - 1966 C10 Scot , it is good to see you on here again , I too have been busy with life , I bought/ am re modeling a building for my business .. Moved the business from Detroit to Ferndale and never thought I would be as busy as I am now .. So Ol' blue has had to sit out last summer .. But I did get the leaks fixed and drove it to work today , so I have progress ...

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