"The Relapse" 78 Chevy Stepside

[Jonboy]

Originally Posted by Low84

You know, those times are long gone even down here. But I'm a lowrider at heart and I grew up when the Choo Choo scene was at it's peak. I don't plan on keeping the rims but I did have something like this in mind to give it a throwback look somewhat.



Problem is, the real life Centerlines don't look like that in the bigger sizes.

Is that a photoshop? If not they look good. I would run a little more sidewall, but that's just me. If you are looking for a real old school feel, slots are the way to go.

[Pop's C-10]

looking good

[Low84]

Originally Posted by notyo_cheez

Wanted to make an offer to give them a good home but you are still using them, so never mind. I can't make up my mind if I want to keep the rallys or go for an old school rod look with steelies and moon caps. Not even close to being ready for the street.

Yeah not ready to get rid of them yet, they're driver quality. If I ever do, I'll let you know though.

Originally Posted by N2TRUX

Those are super clean seats. The buckle indicates they are from a 77. Looks like a perfect match for your current exterior color.

Did you get them installed yet?

Thank you, the color is what made them to good to pass up. No not yet, the truck is currently in the body shop getting the cab corner replaced.

I don't have the seat mount's for them though, so gonna have to figure something out.

[Low84]

Originally Posted by Jonboy

Is that a photoshop? If not they look good. I would run a little more sidewall, but that's just me. If you are looking for a real old school feel, slots are the way to go.

This is a photoshop unfortunately. The real rims in larger diameter don't stay proportionate to the 15" rim, which is a shame really.

I've been seeing slots in larger diameters now, that could be an option down the road.

[Low84]

Well been getting some crazy thoughts, and need to work on this before I end up getting rid of everything.

Any ideas as far as headers and what to run for the fuel system fellas?

[Low84]

Well my brother helped me get the front clip off the truck. Still need to figure out what I'm going to do for the fuel system. Also need to look into the process of switching out the electric throttle body to the previous throttle cable style. SO much easier to work on the truck now, I'm excited and the truck has not fought me at all except for one bolt that will not budge.

[notyo_cheez]

There'll always be one that won't move. All I have left on the frame is the train and the bed, there was one bolt on the passenger's side core support to the fender that I wound up grinding off.

Your progress is about the same speed as mine. I haven't even started on the motor yet.

[Low84]

Yeah, this one was the passenger side bumper bracket -to- frame bolt. You can see that sucker still stuck on there in the pic

I'm getting close to vacations from work. Hopefully it'll go a little faster this Summer.

[Slave1]

good luck with the build, my truck is in a very similar state as we speak! Will you be bagging the truck?

Steve

[Low84]

Thanks.

You know, I have been contemplating the idea now that the motor is about to be pulled, but still haven't decided. If I do, it won't lay one the floor........ I think.

[Low84]

These are the adapter plates I picked up for the engine, pretty neat since they allow the engine to be moved forward or backward helping with clearance issues.


Anyhow I ran into a small problem, since the OG engine was a straight 6 the brackets that attach the block to the motor mount are almost vertical and won't work with the lq4.


I'm thinking these are pretty much the same thing as the stock ones. Can anybody confirm?
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/LAK-24084/?rtype=10

[Low84]

Had some parts arrive in the mail today!!

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[Low84]

And some more!!




Motor brackets didn't come close to fitting, scored these off a centerbolt 350:

[Low84]

Jesus! I had never had such a hard time degreasing anything. These things were bad! Went though a whole can of engine degreaser with minimal effect.

The scraper wasn't doing much, so I slapped a wire wheel on a drill and knocked all the crap off:


I got a little excited and gave them a couple of coats of paint.........should have test fitted them first:

[Low84]

Turns out the raised portion didn't allow the adapter plate to sit flush with the bolt holes. I wasn't about to go back to a scour junkyards at 105+ degree weather. This was the excellent excuse for POWER TOOLS!!


Took the grinder to the motor brackets and grinded it it down. They work now!

[Low84]

The motor is already out:




Contemplating going with a Porterbuilt Dropmember now, or just investing the money in other parts of the truck. Primarily paint since this one is thinned down to the primer in a few places. Decisions, decisions.

[N2TRUX]

Do the Dropmember!

[stepside83]

do the drop memeber, itll look sick

[1979cstepside]

Originally Posted by Low84

And some more!!




Motor brackets didn't come close to fitting, scored these off a centerbolt 350:

How much was that gas tank relocator?
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[Sin7]

you're stocking up a good pile there. Keep up the great work man

[Low84]

Originally Posted by 1979cstepside

How much was that gas tank relocator?
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Sorry for the late reply. I just bought the fuel cell brackets from Summit for $31.99

Originally Posted by Sin7

you're stocking up a good pile there. Keep up the great work man

Thanks. Hoping to be able to finish stockpiling soon and actually get to building.

[Low84]

Ordered some Eastwood Chassis Paint, lets see how well it works.


Mailman delivered the manifolds today and picked up a set of new head gaskets for the engine (I want to take off the heads to give it an inspection)


Funny thing I wasn't about to pay 700 for a set of headers and I've heard f-body headers work fine but the collector has to be cut off and re-welded straight. I couldn't get my new welder to work at all, figured I was out of luck and went ahead and ordered the manifold instead.








3 days later.....wouldn't you know:


By the way. Hobart customer service is top notch!! It was determined that it was a faulty gun assembly. These guys stood behind they're product, didn't hassle me at all and sent me a new one express shipping!!

[Low84]

I also opted against the drop member and was actually moving away from bags all together but then I photoshopped this and now I'm not sure


Sorry Ken, but these rims are too cool!

[N2TRUX]

Originally Posted by Low84

I also opted against the drop member and was actually moving away from bags all together but then I photoshopped this and now I'm not sure


Sorry Ken, but these rims are too cool!

Is there any doubt now? Get the D/M ordered and be done. The wheels look great on there too.

[Low84]

You were very convincing with that last post and your avatar pokes at my pride everytime you post here.

Stay tuned guys, this build is about to take a sharp right turn.

So I sold my 87 (with the 15x10 ) but now I got enough disposable income to do some damage

Porterbuilt Dropmember and Accuair are going to be ordered this week.

Also picked up some go fast goodies: