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6BT 56 · 05-02-2013, 08:14 PM

The Longhorn is looking good . I boxed the front of my frame so I didnt get kicked off here too. Lol. Thanks for the update on the excursion. I'd really like to follow that one. Something rite up my alley.

**Dieselwrencher** · 05-02-2013, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by 6BT 56

The Longhorn is looking good . I boxed the front of my frame so I didnt get kicked off here too. Lol. Thanks for the update on the excursion. I'd really like to follow that one. Something rite up my alley.

I'll start a build thread on it when I start on it.

ryanroo · 05-02-2013, 09:15 PM

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So?

It's so I can mash the go pedal with 15k behind me and not have the bed smash into the cab like these trucks did when they were new.

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For strength during heavy towing, and the occasional sled pull. Peer pressure made me do it though..................

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So he can hang out with ryanroo.
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HAHAHAHA

Mustard72 · 05-02-2013, 11:37 PM

When you look at any modern truck frame, they are all boxed (at least all of them that I've seen) and are BEEFY. They make these old frames look like they came off of a little sports car or something. I'm probably going to have a good portion of the back half of the frame on my C20 boxed when it's all said and done, too. Granted, mine won't be as nicely done as what you guys are doing (hats off to you), but it'll be a lot beefier than it was originally. It hardly weighs any more than my Taurus Wagon at this point. Then again, it doesn't have the power windows...

And, actually, at this point, its in a billion pieces, so it's hard to even determine what part to weigh...

**Dieselwrencher** · 05-24-2013, 12:42 AM

Tuesday night my little brother Scott joined in the madness and ripped the LH leaf spring apart and turned around the zero rate. wednesday morning I didn't have any parts for the Excursion so I did the RH side and installed the heli-coils in the axle housing. Last night Scott started making a boxing plate for the rear frame rail and now is getting an idea why this truck isn't done yet. It's a lot of work!

I think he's going to keep working on it on and off while I work on the Excursion so we can try to get both of them running soon.

ryanroo · 05-24-2013, 07:55 AM

Thats cheating!

wutnxt · 05-24-2013, 11:18 AM

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Thats cheating!

There isn't cheating when it comes to trucks......he who gets it built and drives it is a winner in my book.....the gloves are always off ....lol
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Dude nice to see you getting more done on this project ....it's alot of work and fab you have into it can't wait to see it tearing down the road

**Dieselwrencher** · 05-24-2013, 04:13 PM

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Thats cheating!

Hey, it was your idea!

**Dieselwrencher** · 05-24-2013, 04:15 PM

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Originally Posted by wutnxt

There isn't cheating when it comes to trucks......he who gets it built and drives it is a winner in my book.....the gloves are always off ....lol
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Dude nice to see you getting more done on this project ....it's alot of work and fab you have into it can't wait to see it tearing down the road

Thanks Wutnxt. Hey buddy, how have things been up your way? I'm going to have to get this truck running soon any how. The engine in my daily driver has a dead cylinder and the funds are pretty slim right now to be doing another overhaul. So that means finish the pile of money and pieces that's already in the shop. Haha

wutnxt · 05-24-2013, 11:34 PM

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Thanks Wutnxt. Hey buddy, how have things been up your way? I'm going to have to get this truck running soon any how. The engine in my daily driver has a dead cylinder and the funds are pretty slim right now to be doing another overhaul. So that means finish the pile of money and pieces that's already in the shop. Haha

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Hey things are good I just finished off truck number 2 yesturday.....truck 3 is a bigger build but am well into it lately.....I see trucks in my sleep lately but it's all good.Sucks when your making progress and you get those side tracks for time and money from your daily driver .....I think this build you have going on is killer and it really has me thinking about going over to the darkside on my next adventure.....lol..wicked work over there..

**Dieselwrencher** · 06-03-2013, 03:27 PM

Tick tock, the clock is running down fast! Here it is June 3rd already! I've got literally a month to get this thing running and driving to make Good Guys! Crap!

On Saturday one of my friends who is a professional welder came over and played with my new welder. He welded half of my frame boxes in on the rear of the frame. He had to leave but might come back to finish them next weekend. If he gets his Mega Cab put back together, he might weld my entire frame for me. We shall see.......

Mattman2010 · 06-03-2013, 05:02 PM

Good luck man, with the excursion and this you better get to working boy!

6lcummins · 06-03-2013, 05:04 PM

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Good luck man, with the excursion and this you better get to working boy!

And to think, those are only 2 of the projects we have going on. Have to have another toy ready for GoodGuys as well...

Mattman2010 · 06-03-2013, 05:40 PM

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And to think, those are only 2 of the projects we have going on. Have to have another toy ready for GoodGuys as well...

Yeah Im pretty sure at one time ryan was telling me about getting 4 projects (including the two i stated) for GoodGuys, dont remember what all he said.

6lcummins · 06-03-2013, 07:49 PM

The Longhorn, the 71(not gonna happen), the 68 Corvette, and the Excursion. Now after we put the pump on the 95 I get to add it to the list...

Mattman2010 · 06-03-2013, 08:00 PM

Your also suppose to have a nv4500 rebuilt by that time too so I can pick it up!
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6lcummins · 06-03-2013, 08:53 PM

you're funny

Mattman2010 · 06-03-2013, 09:09 PM

It was your brothers idea haha
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**Dieselwrencher** · 06-03-2013, 09:16 PM

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It was your brothers idea haha
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Maybe it'll just be a Krylon overhaul?

Mattman2010 · 06-03-2013, 09:28 PM

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Maybe it'll just be a Krylon overhaul?

I hope not, or I better be getting a refund haha
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**Dieselwrencher** · 06-03-2013, 09:37 PM

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I hope not, or I better be getting a refund haha
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What's one of those?

Mattman2010 · 06-03-2013, 09:38 PM

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What's one of those?

Not sure, just found the word on the interwebs.
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6lcummins · 06-04-2013, 03:02 PM

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Maybe it'll just be a Krylon overhaul?

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I hope not, or I better be getting a refund haha
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Could always pull mine out... it was rebuilt 2 years ago. Matt never specified WHEN it had to have been rebuilt...It could use a good coat of Krylon anyway....

Mattman2010 · 06-04-2013, 04:38 PM

I don't think so boy!

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**Dieselwrencher** · 06-04-2013, 05:24 PM

I love it.

05-02-2013, 08:14 PM	#1601
6BT 56 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Coldwater On. Canada Posts: 551	Re: Finally starting my Longhorn 4x4 conversion The Longhorn is looking good . I boxed the front of my frame so I didnt get kicked off here too. Lol. Thanks for the update on the excursion. I'd really like to follow that one. Something rite up my alley. __________________ 56 gmc 4X4 Cummins 5 spd 60F 70R 2005 Ram 3500 DRW cummins 4X4. 2006 Conolift 9/15. 2011 F 350 winter beater New 2018 ram 3500 drw 4x4. Makes my 2005 Look as if it's been running on 4 cyl since new ! My Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=556908

05-02-2013, 11:37 PM	#1604
Mustard72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Ladysmith, WI Posts: 641	Re: Finally starting my Longhorn 4x4 conversion When you look at any modern truck frame, they are all boxed (at least all of them that I've seen) and are BEEFY. They make these old frames look like they came off of a little sports car or something. I'm probably going to have a good portion of the back half of the frame on my C20 boxed when it's all said and done, too. Granted, mine won't be as nicely done as what you guys are doing (hats off to you), but it'll be a lot beefier than it was originally. It hardly weighs any more than my Taurus Wagon at this point. Then again, it doesn't have the power windows... And, actually, at this point, its in a billion pieces, so it's hard to even determine what part to weigh... __________________ Nick Old Mustard, 1972 Chevy C20, 350, TH350, 4.10 Dana 60 rear, owned since I was 16 in 1986 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=545356 Blue Bell, 1987 K20, 6.2L Diesel, TH400/NP208, 4.10 gears Ustahav 1976 K10, 350/350/203, Gov Loc, Yooper beater trail truck.

05-24-2013, 12:42 AM	#1605
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,133	Re: Finally starting my Longhorn 4x4 conversion Tuesday night my little brother Scott joined in the madness and ripped the LH leaf spring apart and turned around the zero rate. wednesday morning I didn't have any parts for the Excursion so I did the RH side and installed the heli-coils in the axle housing. Last night Scott started making a boxing plate for the rear frame rail and now is getting an idea why this truck isn't done yet. It's a lot of work! I think he's going to keep working on it on and off while I work on the Excursion so we can try to get both of them running soon. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

05-24-2013, 07:55 AM	#1606
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: Finally starting my Longhorn 4x4 conversion Thats cheating! __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

06-03-2013, 03:27 PM	#1611
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,133	Re: Finally starting my Longhorn 4x4 conversion Tick tock, the clock is running down fast! Here it is June 3rd already! I've got literally a month to get this thing running and driving to make Good Guys! Crap! On Saturday one of my friends who is a professional welder came over and played with my new welder. He welded half of my frame boxes in on the rear of the frame. He had to leave but might come back to finish them next weekend. If he gets his Mega Cab put back together, he might weld my entire frame for me. We shall see....... __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

06-03-2013, 05:02 PM	#1612
Mattman2010 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Pittsburg, KS Posts: 953	Re: Finally starting my Longhorn 4x4 conversion Good luck man, with the excursion and this you better get to working boy! __________________ 1980 K10 - 6.2L Diesel/SM465/NP205 Build Thread 1984 K30 CC Dually - "The Tank" 12V Cummins/Nv4500/Np205/D60/D70HD 4" lift & 37's Build Thread 1960 C-60 Dump Truck Make it road worthy! Thread

06-03-2013, 07:49 PM	#1615
6lcummins Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: mitchellville, ia Posts: 282	Re: Finally starting my Longhorn 4x4 conversion The Longhorn, the 71(not gonna happen), the 68 Corvette, and the Excursion. Now after we put the pump on the 95 I get to add it to the list... __________________ 1996 Dodge 2500 Ext Cab Long Bed P24V Cummins Turbo Diesel 5 speed 4x4 "STOCK" ASSEMBLY THREAD

06-03-2013, 08:00 PM	#1616
Mattman2010 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Pittsburg, KS Posts: 953	Re: Finally starting my Longhorn 4x4 conversion Your also suppose to have a nv4500 rebuilt by that time too so I can pick it up! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1980 K10 - 6.2L Diesel/SM465/NP205 Build Thread 1984 K30 CC Dually - "The Tank" 12V Cummins/Nv4500/Np205/D60/D70HD 4" lift & 37's Build Thread 1960 C-60 Dump Truck Make it road worthy! Thread

06-03-2013, 08:53 PM	#1617
6lcummins Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: mitchellville, ia Posts: 282	Re: Finally starting my Longhorn 4x4 conversion you're funny __________________ 1996 Dodge 2500 Ext Cab Long Bed P24V Cummins Turbo Diesel 5 speed 4x4 "STOCK" ASSEMBLY THREAD

06-03-2013, 09:09 PM	#1618
Mattman2010 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Pittsburg, KS Posts: 953	Re: Finally starting my Longhorn 4x4 conversion It was your brothers idea haha Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1980 K10 - 6.2L Diesel/SM465/NP205 Build Thread 1984 K30 CC Dually - "The Tank" 12V Cummins/Nv4500/Np205/D60/D70HD 4" lift & 37's Build Thread 1960 C-60 Dump Truck Make it road worthy! Thread

06-04-2013, 04:38 PM	#1624
Mattman2010 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Pittsburg, KS Posts: 953	Re: Finally starting my Longhorn 4x4 conversion I don't think so boy! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1980 K10 - 6.2L Diesel/SM465/NP205 Build Thread 1984 K30 CC Dually - "The Tank" 12V Cummins/Nv4500/Np205/D60/D70HD 4" lift & 37's Build Thread 1960 C-60 Dump Truck Make it road worthy! Thread

06-04-2013, 05:24 PM	#1625
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,133	Re: Finally starting my Longhorn 4x4 conversion I love it. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*



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