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mylow53 · 05-18-2010, 04:53 PM

so i've been thinking it's 'bout time i installed a sway bar on this old girl. i was measuring the front mustang 2 it and i think if i found a bar that was 35'' wide and flat. i could put it in. any suggestions?
GT

Daniel U · 05-19-2010, 01:20 PM

I plan on doing the same thing. Does the company you bought your MII front have such a bar?
http://www.totalcostinvolved.com/pro...cfm?ProdID=140

mylow53 · 05-19-2010, 01:25 PM

i need to call them i was hoping to use a junkyard special. but I may have to go with the ford version. my issue is the lowered hight and the big fat airbag in the middle. there are some big clearance challenges to get one in... i thought the ford had additional bends in it ..?
GT

mylow53 · 05-27-2010, 12:29 PM

ok the trucks in the ac shop. there doing the hoses and charging the system. the guy is telling me they have a new style of hose he's gonna use that is about 1/2 the diamater and very flexable. about the same od as the 1/2" gas line.... ill get some picts when she's done. had to drive her in the heavy mist this morning. first time i've ever used the wipers since the build. man you sure get used to real wipers on the modern cars.
GT

**youngrodder** · 05-27-2010, 12:53 PM

GT -

I would definatly be intrested in seeing pics of the hoses. That is on my list as well. Thanks for doing the homework for the rest of us.

Marc

mylow53 · 05-28-2010, 02:37 PM

Is it cold in here or is it my AC????
it works! there's some wiring to be done. since the radiator fan need to always run when ever the ac is on. and i need to loop the ac compressor "on "wire thru a high pressure safety switch. the hoses as you can see are pretty small smaller than the heater hose. additionally Rick at fridgeie king in simi valley polished all the visible metal hose ends. and he actually welded up the access nipples to the firewall!!
nice work. Rick said he took a picture and is framing it for his work!
GT

CAL 58 GMC · 05-28-2010, 05:05 PM

Nice man!

OrrieG · 05-28-2010, 06:36 PM

Can't wait to get to that stage on mine, looks really nice, good to find someone who cares about the details.

solidaxel · 05-28-2010, 07:17 PM

Very nice!!

The A/C hose looks to be the same size as the heater hose.
Here is where I ran my hoses, same side just a bit lower.

Daniel U · 05-28-2010, 10:53 PM

Very cool GT!

mylow53 · 06-07-2010, 12:43 PM

parked next to this original 54 long bed 1/2 ton at the local hardware store I always thought the extended beds were 3/4 ton but according to his door jam it's only good for 4800 pounds

Steve@OldSub.com · 06-07-2010, 01:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mylow53

parked next to this original 54 long bed 1/2 ton at the local hardware store I always thought the extended beds were 3/4 ton but according to his door jam it's only good for 4800 pounds

GMC did make a long-bed 1/2-ton model but Chevrolet did not. It doesn't look like a long to me from the photos. The front and rear of the rear fenders look too close to the front and rear of the bed.

mylow53 · 06-07-2010, 01:32 PM

maybe but it has 2 spares one on each side
GT

Steve@OldSub.com · 06-07-2010, 01:42 PM

I don't see the driver's side spare in the pictures. Two spares would not be original either but a nice custom touch.

**youngrodder** · 06-07-2010, 01:49 PM

GT-

Boy your truck looks low in the front on picture.
How cool, stock next to custom.

Looking good.
Marc

Daniel U · 06-08-2010, 11:00 PM

Nice pic!

sgtusmc · 06-09-2010, 12:53 AM

Greg your truck looks insane!!!!!

bmfpeterson · 06-09-2010, 06:37 PM

that picture is pretty damn cool!

mylow53 · 06-09-2010, 07:36 PM

wow thanks guys!!! nice to hear. maybe some day i could be truck of the month nominee?

Kabwe · 06-09-2010, 07:39 PM

Hey man,

Once again the truck is look great. Do you plan to go to brothers truck show this year?

mylow53 · 06-09-2010, 07:45 PM

it's in july right?
i haven't made plans yet or paid for the admission. ill look to see if registration is still open
GT

solidaxel · 06-09-2010, 08:07 PM

Man, your truck looks B****en you nailed it !!

Kabwe · 06-09-2010, 09:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mylow53

it's in july right?
i haven't made plans yet or paid for the admission. ill look to see if registration is still open
GT

Yep, July 11 to be exact.

kustombrad · 06-10-2010, 03:28 PM

Oh yeah!

mylow53 · 06-16-2010, 09:45 PM

hey guys i should be at the pismo show this weekend. if your near you should drop by!
GT

05-18-2010, 04:53 PM	#551
mylow53 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: thousand oaks, California Posts: 732	Re: mylow53 build so i've been thinking it's 'bout time i installed a sway bar on this old girl. i was measuring the front mustang 2 it and i think if i found a bar that was 35'' wide and flat. i could put it in. any suggestions? GT __________________ Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5

05-19-2010, 01:20 PM	#552
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: mylow53 build I plan on doing the same thing. Does the company you bought your MII front have such a bar? http://www.totalcostinvolved.com/pro...cfm?ProdID=140 __________________ 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 Last edited by Daniel U; 05-19-2010 at 01:24 PM.

05-19-2010, 01:25 PM	#553
mylow53 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: thousand oaks, California Posts: 732	Re: mylow53 build i need to call them i was hoping to use a junkyard special. but I may have to go with the ford version. my issue is the lowered hight and the big fat airbag in the middle. there are some big clearance challenges to get one in... i thought the ford had additional bends in it ..? GT __________________ Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5

05-27-2010, 12:29 PM	#554
mylow53 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: thousand oaks, California Posts: 732	Re: mylow53 build ok the trucks in the ac shop. there doing the hoses and charging the system. the guy is telling me they have a new style of hose he's gonna use that is about 1/2 the diamater and very flexable. about the same od as the 1/2" gas line.... ill get some picts when she's done. had to drive her in the heavy mist this morning. first time i've ever used the wipers since the build. man you sure get used to real wipers on the modern cars. GT __________________ Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5

05-27-2010, 12:53 PM	#555
youngrodder Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Scotts, Michigan Posts: 3,756	Re: mylow53 build GT - I would definatly be intrested in seeing pics of the hoses. That is on my list as well. Thanks for doing the homework for the rest of us. Marc

05-28-2010, 02:37 PM	#556
mylow53 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: thousand oaks, California Posts: 732	Re: mylow53 build Is it cold in here or is it my AC???? it works! there's some wiring to be done. since the radiator fan need to always run when ever the ac is on. and i need to loop the ac compressor "on "wire thru a high pressure safety switch. the hoses as you can see are pretty small smaller than the heater hose. additionally Rick at fridgeie king in simi valley polished all the visible metal hose ends. and he actually welded up the access nipples to the firewall!! nice work. Rick said he took a picture and is framing it for his work! GT Attached Images __________________ Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5

05-28-2010, 05:05 PM	#557
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: mylow53 build Nice man! __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4

05-28-2010, 06:36 PM	#558
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: mylow53 build Can't wait to get to that stage on mine, looks really nice, good to find someone who cares about the details. __________________ 1959 Chevy Short Fleetside w/ 74 4WD drive train (current project) OrrieG Build Thread 1964 Chevelle Malibu w/ 355-350TH (daily driver) Helpful AD and TF Manual Site Old Car Manual Project

05-28-2010, 07:17 PM	#559
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: mylow53 build Very nice!! The A/C hose looks to be the same size as the heater hose. Here is where I ran my hoses, same side just a bit lower. Attached Images __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

05-28-2010, 10:53 PM	#560
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: mylow53 build Very cool GT! __________________ 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

06-07-2010, 12:43 PM	#561
mylow53 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: thousand oaks, California Posts: 732	Re: mylow53 build parked next to this original 54 long bed 1/2 ton at the local hardware store I always thought the extended beds were 3/4 ton but according to his door jam it's only good for 4800 pounds Attached Images __________________ Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5

06-07-2010, 01:32 PM	#563
mylow53 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: thousand oaks, California Posts: 732	Re: mylow53 build maybe but it has 2 spares one on each side GT __________________ Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5

06-07-2010, 01:42 PM	#564
Steve@OldSub.com Cancer Survivor in the making. Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Bainbridge Island, WA Posts: 303	Re: mylow53 build I don't see the driver's side spare in the pictures. Two spares would not be original either but a nice custom touch. __________________ '55 1st GMC Suburban - '54 GMC 1-ton trailer puller (in process) - '54 GMC 1-ton Hydra-Matic - '47 Chevy AD COE and lots more rusty old iron. Steve@OldSub.com OldSub.com . MaxwellGarage.com . OldGasTowRigs.com

06-07-2010, 01:49 PM	#565
youngrodder Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Scotts, Michigan Posts: 3,756	Re: mylow53 build GT- Boy your truck looks low in the front on picture. How cool, stock next to custom. Looking good. Marc

06-08-2010, 11:00 PM	#566
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: mylow53 build Nice pic! __________________ 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



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06-09-2010, 12:53 AM	#567
sgtusmc Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Cali. Posts: 958	Re: mylow53 build Greg your truck looks insane!!!!! __________________ My build, 53 GMC / S10 swap http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=305723 My build, 59 Chevy / 88 fullsize swap http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...hlight=sgtusmc U.S. Marines - Certified Counselors to the 72 Virgins Dating Club.

06-09-2010, 06:37 PM	#568
bmfpeterson Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Queen Creek, AZ Posts: 538	Re: mylow53 build that picture is pretty damn cool!

06-09-2010, 07:36 PM	#569
mylow53 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: thousand oaks, California Posts: 732	Re: mylow53 build wow thanks guys!!! nice to hear. maybe some day i could be truck of the month nominee? __________________ Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5

06-09-2010, 07:39 PM	#570
Kabwe Certified Car Nut Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inglewood, California Posts: 3,118	Re: mylow53 build Hey man, Once again the truck is look great. Do you plan to go to brothers truck show this year?

06-09-2010, 07:45 PM	#571
mylow53 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: thousand oaks, California Posts: 732	Re: mylow53 build it's in july right? i haven't made plans yet or paid for the admission. ill look to see if registration is still open GT __________________ Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5

06-09-2010, 08:07 PM	#572
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: mylow53 build Man, your truck looks B****en you nailed it !! __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

06-10-2010, 03:28 PM	#574
kustombrad Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: So. Cal. Posts: 452	Re: mylow53 build Oh yeah! __________________ It's all about the stance, baby! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=320546

06-16-2010, 09:45 PM	#575
mylow53 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: thousand oaks, California Posts: 732	Re: mylow53 build hey guys i should be at the pismo show this weekend. if your near you should drop by! GT __________________ Greg 1953 chevy 1/2 ton 5 window, chevy 350 330 horse 700r tranz, lowering spindels mustang 2 frount. ford 9", airbags on 4 corners . purchased in 1983 for $325 while in high school http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=215079&page=5

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