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SCOTI · 10-06-2010, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by aggie91

Scoti

For the front shock brackets you got from RideTech, how thick is the material they used?

After this past weekend, I think that I might shoot for getting mine rolling/driving for the spring show.

Thanks,

Looks like .120 wall.

SCOTI · 10-06-2010, 11:03 PM

My measurements from last night were accurate.

I cut the flange portion (where the rubber trans mount/bushing sits) off of the ECE trans x-member today @ lunch & cleaned up the welding slag. I grabbed a 4x6 piece of .250" plate & tacked it in place (now on the 'bottom' of the square tube vs. the 'top').

I installed the x-member & lowered the drivetrain. With a 3/16" 'shim', I'm @ 0.1° off from level (measured @ the intake/carb mounting pad). I put the level/angle finder on the trans yoke & I'm getting 2.7°. Another thing I verified is the ECE T/A x-member d.shaft loop isn't going to be tall enough to clear the shaft (needed the drivetrain in to 100% verify). Looks like I'll need to increase the height an inch or 2.

I think I'm good to go but will confirm a couple of questions first. If my answers are what I expect (and I can't believe I'm about to say this), the chassis will come apart for some blasting & color.....

Jonboy · 10-06-2010, 11:08 PM

Do you have to disassemble the whole thing for Krylon?!?

just kidding, Scot. Glad it is coming together.

SCOTI · 10-06-2010, 11:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

Do you have to disassemble the whole thing for Krylon?!?

You do realize I'm thorough right?

Jonboy · 10-07-2010, 12:06 AM

Yeah, I forgot. I found an extra spray can trigger so let me know when the big day is.

**N2TRUX** · 10-07-2010, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

Do you have to disassemble the whole thing for Krylon?!?

He "said" he was going to go ahead and powder coat it. Lets hope that's still the plan.

Painter D · 10-07-2010, 09:19 PM

If you decide to paint instead of powdercoat let me know, I've got a few connections on stuff.

SCOTI · 10-21-2010, 10:18 PM

Dang, you guys sent me to the 2nd page. Where's the love??

Ok..... I'll make a small update to keep things on track. I got the sbc/700r4 into the spare frame in order to verify the driveline angles & needed some pinion shims so I could accurately set the trans mount height. I got the shims in today so I'll try & get some time on it this weekend.

Baseball (Rangers are in the play-offs) has been occupying some of my spare time so until the 'fat lady sings', I might be going to the home games.

Oh.... the other thing taking up my time (& thoughts) is my new to me dually that I swapped my 74 for. Although not a project, I'm getting a few 'essentials' to make it unmistakenly 'mine'

. . . ......

my67chevytruck · 10-21-2010, 10:23 PM

Congrats on the trade. Now what are those pieces, ya lost me . And u know we need a pic of the dually.
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**kev2809** · 10-21-2010, 10:41 PM

nice (new to you) ride. ive always wanted to bag one of those rigs...

Painter D · 10-21-2010, 10:44 PM

Man that sure is a nice dually, it just needs to be a little lower.

SCOTI · 10-21-2010, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 69chevyshort

Man that sure is a nice dually, it just needs to be a little lower.

Waiting on some brown boxes as we type

. I also purchased some interior stuff as well as secured a few exterior items. I do think the new ride will be well received by my peers. N2billet has already given my 'list' the thumbs-up.

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Originally Posted by my67chevytruck

Congrats on the trade. Now what are those pieces, ya lost me.

Those are pinion shims for truck arms. I needed the pinion set correctly @ ride height to build the trans mount @ the 'opposing' angle so everything is 'in-phase' for minimal (zero?) driveline vibration w/the OD trans set-up.

**N2TRUX** · 10-22-2010, 08:54 AM

All the luxuries of home in that baby. And if Momma gets made you got your own coach to sleep on..

Jonboy · 10-22-2010, 09:47 AM

I think the dually is going to be sweet, once you work your magic on it. I am looking forward to seeing that. Also looking forward to seeing the '64 rolling down the street. It is going to be amazing.

SCOTI · 10-22-2010, 10:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonboy

I think the dually is going to be sweet, once you work your magic on it. I am looking forward to seeing that. Also looking forward to seeing the '64 rolling down the street. It is going to be amazing.

The 64 on the trailer (prior to it's maiden voyage), behind the dually should be an avatar worthy shot.

joe231 · 10-22-2010, 10:24 AM

and think you should start a thread for the dually

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jasonhall · 10-23-2010, 03:45 PM

I agree with this guy^^^^^!
Those dually's are sweeeet!

SCOTI · 10-23-2010, 04:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joe231

and think you should start a thread for the dually

Quote:

Originally Posted by jasonhall

I agree with this guy^^^^^!
Those dually's are sweeeet!

I could do one but there wouldn't be much to it. I'll basically do the same stuff I did to the 74 before it: drop, interior/exterior trim pieces, interior/exterior clean-up, some bumpers, & exhaust.

It's a mobile tool-box

.

jasonhall · 10-23-2010, 05:51 PM

Thats ok. I just like to day dream about owning one.. I have to convince the wife a dually would be practical for a daily driver.

Alan's Classic · 10-23-2010, 08:30 PM

Nice Dually!!! It's even in my favorite color.

72BlckButy · 10-23-2010, 09:37 PM

Nice dually SCOTI!

Will we see it towing your '64 to KS next year?

joe231 · 10-23-2010, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SCOTI

I could do one but there wouldn't be much to it. I'll basically do the same stuff I did to the 74 before it: drop, interior/exterior trim pieces, interior/exterior clean-up, some bumpers, & exhaust.

It's a mobile tool-box

.

And your point?

It doesn't have to be a full resto to start a build thread.
Just post lots of pics and we will all be happy!!
Take us on the journey with you

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SCOTI · 11-07-2010, 03:39 PM

I guess it's time for another update. I'm really, actually, no bs-ing, closer to getting it PC'd.

I got off work yesterday & spent the day re-stripping the rails & various x-members to try & get any residual grinding gouges out so that when sand-blasted, everything has a nice, smooth finish for the PC. About 3/4 through stripping the pass side frame rail, my DA took a crap. I've done this drill before (get 6hrs non-stop work time but spend most of it chasing parts/tools) & it was frustrating so I kept it going forward....

The chassis is no longer a chassis. I had that sucker 100% apart in a little over an hour (working solo). The rails & rear end housing are still in the shop (need to finish that pass side rail) but everything else was loaded into the dually & is waiting for the trip Monday to the PC shop.

I hope to convince 'her' of the need to allow some late-night shop time tonight so I can get things loaded first thing tomorrow am.

**N2TRUX** · 11-08-2010, 10:33 AM

Glad to hear it Scoti. Lets see some shiny stuff...

aggie91 · 11-08-2010, 02:23 PM

Sounds like a lot of progress just working solo. Looking forward to seeing it back from the coater.

10-06-2010, 11:03 PM	#402
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,911	Re: Project: Recycle My measurements from last night were accurate. I cut the flange portion (where the rubber trans mount/bushing sits) off of the ECE trans x-member today @ lunch & cleaned up the welding slag. I grabbed a 4x6 piece of .250" plate & tacked it in place (now on the 'bottom' of the square tube vs. the 'top'). I installed the x-member & lowered the drivetrain. With a 3/16" 'shim', I'm @ 0.1° off from level (measured @ the intake/carb mounting pad). I put the level/angle finder on the trans yoke & I'm getting 2.7°. Another thing I verified is the ECE T/A x-member d.shaft loop isn't going to be tall enough to clear the shaft (needed the drivetrain in to 100% verify). Looks like I'll need to increase the height an inch or 2. I think I'm good to go but will confirm a couple of questions first. If my answers are what I expect (and I can't believe I'm about to say this), the chassis will come apart for some blasting & color..... __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

10-06-2010, 11:08 PM	#403
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Project: Recycle Do you have to disassemble the whole thing for Krylon?!? just kidding, Scot. Glad it is coming together. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

10-07-2010, 12:06 AM	#405
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Project: Recycle Yeah, I forgot. I found an extra spray can trigger so let me know when the big day is. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

10-07-2010, 09:19 PM	#407
Painter D Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW (Forney) Posts: 1,529	Re: Project: Recycle If you decide to paint instead of powdercoat let me know, I've got a few connections on stuff. __________________ '58 SWB Fleetside...Front & Rear Porterbuilt Dropmember, 6.0 LS /4L60E. Accuair E-level, 20 Billet Specialties (Vintecs) '63 Buick Riviera ... AccuAir E-level, 20" Billet Specialties (Vintecs) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=528853&page=5

10-21-2010, 10:18 PM	#408
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,911	Re: Project: Recycle Dang, you guys sent me to the 2nd page. Where's the love?? Ok..... I'll make a small update to keep things on track. I got the sbc/700r4 into the spare frame in order to verify the driveline angles & needed some pinion shims so I could accurately set the trans mount height. I got the shims in today so I'll try & get some time on it this weekend. Baseball (Rangers are in the play-offs) has been occupying some of my spare time so until the 'fat lady sings', I might be going to the home games. Oh.... the other thing taking up my time (& thoughts) is my new to me dually that I swapped my 74 for. Although not a project, I'm getting a few 'essentials' to make it unmistakenly 'mine' . . . ...... Attached Images __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.* Last edited by SCOTI; 10-21-2010 at 10:22 PM.

10-21-2010, 10:23 PM	#409
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: Project: Recycle Congrats on the trade. Now what are those pieces, ya lost me . And u know we need a pic of the dually. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470 Last edited by my67chevytruck; 10-21-2010 at 10:24 PM.

10-21-2010, 10:41 PM	#410
kev2809 low n' slo Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: rosenberg, texas Posts: 5,133	Re: Project: Recycle nice (new to you) ride. ive always wanted to bag one of those rigs... __________________ 67 1/2 ton Suburban - Project DRGNWGN. Build thread -_--_--_ _________ _--_-_ -/____\|__\|__\__ ,.,,,.,.,,.,\|_O _______ O_]

10-21-2010, 10:44 PM	#411
Painter D Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW (Forney) Posts: 1,529	Re: Project: Recycle Man that sure is a nice dually, it just needs to be a little lower. __________________ '58 SWB Fleetside...Front & Rear Porterbuilt Dropmember, 6.0 LS /4L60E. Accuair E-level, 20 Billet Specialties (Vintecs) '63 Buick Riviera ... AccuAir E-level, 20" Billet Specialties (Vintecs) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=528853&page=5

10-22-2010, 08:54 AM	#413
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Project: Recycle All the luxuries of home in that baby. And if Momma gets made you got your own coach to sleep on.. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

10-22-2010, 09:47 AM	#414
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Project: Recycle I think the dually is going to be sweet, once you work your magic on it. I am looking forward to seeing that. Also looking forward to seeing the '64 rolling down the street. It is going to be amazing. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

10-22-2010, 10:24 AM	#416
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: Project: Recycle and think you should start a thread for the dually Posted via Mobile Device __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

10-23-2010, 03:45 PM	#417
jasonhall Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Stillwater Oklahoma Posts: 829	Re: Project: Recycle I agree with this guy^^^^^! Those dually's are sweeeet!

10-23-2010, 05:51 PM	#419
jasonhall Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Stillwater Oklahoma Posts: 829	Re: Project: Recycle Thats ok. I just like to day dream about owning one.. I have to convince the wife a dually would be practical for a daily driver.

10-23-2010, 08:30 PM	#420
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: Project: Recycle Nice Dually!!! It's even in my favorite color. __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

10-23-2010, 09:37 PM	#421
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project: Recycle Nice dually SCOTI! Will we see it towing your '64 to KS next year? __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)



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11-07-2010, 03:39 PM	#423
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,911	Re: Project: Recycle I guess it's time for another update. I'm really, actually, no bs-ing, closer to getting it PC'd. I got off work yesterday & spent the day re-stripping the rails & various x-members to try & get any residual grinding gouges out so that when sand-blasted, everything has a nice, smooth finish for the PC. About 3/4 through stripping the pass side frame rail, my DA took a crap. I've done this drill before (get 6hrs non-stop work time but spend most of it chasing parts/tools) & it was frustrating so I kept it going forward.... The chassis is no longer a chassis. I had that sucker 100% apart in a little over an hour (working solo). The rails & rear end housing are still in the shop (need to finish that pass side rail) but everything else was loaded into the dually & is waiting for the trip Monday to the PC shop. I hope to convince 'her' of the need to allow some late-night shop time tonight so I can get things loaded first thing tomorrow am. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

11-08-2010, 10:33 AM	#424
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: Project: Recycle Glad to hear it Scoti. Lets see some shiny stuff... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

11-08-2010, 02:23 PM	#425
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: Project: Recycle Sounds like a lot of progress just working solo. Looking forward to seeing it back from the coater. __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

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