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mjensen · 05-01-2012, 09:44 AM

Thank you! I appreciate the encouraging words. I'm hoping that one of these weekends will be nice enough so i can get this frame painted. On another note, my torque splitter is still on backorder.
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mjensen · 05-01-2012, 10:51 PM

I don't typically get out and work on the truck during the week, but I decided to give it a little (and I mean little) attention. I ran over the rails one more time with 180 grit and I think the rust encapsulator, and extreme chassis black will cover it well. I also removed the tranny crossmember to prepare to move it back once I get the splitter.

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mjensen · 05-08-2012, 10:10 PM

Excited to report some progress!!!

even if it is just receiving a tracking number for my splitter

mjensen · 05-10-2012, 11:21 PM

Ok, so I'm probably the only one in the world that thinks this is exciting...

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7dee2 · 10-01-2012, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by mjensen

Ok, so I'm probably the only one in the world that thinks this is exciting...

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Hey MJ have you looked into this? A gear lever actuator with a control arm connecting the actuator & the OD unit?

http://www.google.com/search?q=Gear+...w=1920&bih=965

http://www.sharpshifter.co.nz/components_cars.html

These solutions are expensive!!

7dee2 · 10-01-2012, 02:04 PM

One more idea if all else fails. Put a manual shift lever through the floor pan. Back in the day the old big trucks used this method and was referred to as a set of sticks. This would be the easiest & cheapest method I can think of to actuate the OD unit.

mjensen · 10-01-2012, 02:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 7dee2

Hey MJ have you looked into this? A gear lever actuator with a control arm connecting the actuator & the OD unit?

http://www.google.com/search?q=Gear+...w=1920&bih=965

http://www.sharpshifter.co.nz/components_cars.html

These solutions are expensive!!

Yeah, that is pretty pricey! I've found a couple of electric actuators, but I like the gear lever actuators. Maybe I could find one off a Mack or something

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Originally Posted by 7dee2

One more idea if all else fails. Put a manual shift lever through the floor pan. Back in the day the old big trucks used this method and was referred to as a set of sticks. This would be the easiest & cheapest method I can think of to actuate the OD unit.

This is the way Advanced Adapters has it designed, but I think it would get to be a real pain when I want to split all gears (not that I would all the time, but what if

).

Thanks for the input! I'm thinking I'm going to try and go with the gear actuator method if I can find one. Luckily I work for a company that has a ton of semi's so maybe I can get one off an old rig.

**Dieselwrencher** · 05-10-2012, 11:53 PM

Very nice! Are those really pricey?

mjensen · 05-11-2012, 12:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Very nice! Are those really pricey?

A little over $1300 for the unit, but when you consider it's just moving the cross member back 7 1/2 inches and changing the driveshaft lengths, I don't think it's too bad. The nice part about this unit over a GV unit is 1 - it's cheaper and 2 - it will still function in 4WD. I'm going to have to make a change to the shifting mechanism so that I can shift it from a switch on the existing gear shifter (like the big-rigs do) but other than that, I'm really thinking it's going to be an easier retro than trying to put a 5 spd in. I don't know...here's hoping

**Dieselwrencher** · 05-11-2012, 03:15 PM

Yeah, it looks like it's a good idea, definitely cheaper. Does it have high low or just high?

mjensen · 05-11-2012, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Yeah, it looks like it's a good idea, definitely cheaper. Does it have high low or just high?

It's a two speed of 1:1 and .78 IIRC. The only downside would be if you are running gobs of power it won't take it (over 400 hp I seem to remember). That should be fine in my case as I'm just planning on refreshing my 327.
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mjensen · 05-13-2012, 06:30 PM

I finally have some paint on this frame!!! I started with rolling the rust encapsulator on and decided that wasn't going to fly. After some research, I found and purchased the Preval spray "gun" as I didn't really want to go through all the mess of busting out the big gun on this. I am very pleased with how well that thing worked! I didn't have to thin out the encapsulator at all, it sprayed it very well right out of the can. When I do the top coat of my Extreme Chassis black, I will probably use a real gun but I think for this base it worked out great! I still have to flip the frame and do the bottom, and a couple of the cross members with the encapsulator then topcoat.

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**67cheby** · 05-13-2012, 08:23 PM

Looking good
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mjensen · 05-13-2012, 10:11 PM

Thanks 67cheby!

7dee2 · 05-14-2012, 12:13 PM

As usual your work is great. Looks real good.

I think the splitter is a very cool idea for your application..

mjensen · 05-14-2012, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 7dee2

As usual your work is great. Looks real good.

I think the splitter is a very cool idea for your application..

Thanks! I hope to get the cross members figured out this week so that I can finish the painting this weekend.
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mjensen · 05-14-2012, 11:23 PM

The only progress to report today was to get the remaining grease and grime off the TCase. It's now ready for one final bath, then wax and grease remover, then some paint...oh, then find all the parts and put it back together...

If it seems like I keep jumping around, that's because that's how I manage my ADD....

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**thelonerife** · 05-19-2012, 10:45 PM

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Originally Posted by mjensen

The only progress to report today was to get the remaining grease and grime off the TCase. It's now ready for one final bath, then wax and grease remover, then some paint...oh, then find all the parts and put it back together...

If it seems like I keep jumping around, that's because that's how I manage my ADD....

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HAHA Me too!

**Dieselwrencher** · 05-15-2012, 05:01 PM

Looking good!

mjensen · 05-15-2012, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Looking good!

Thanks!

mjensen · 05-19-2012, 09:24 PM

Well, not a ton of progress today, but I did get some painting done...

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mjensen · 09-09-2012, 08:16 PM

Well, it's been a while since I have worked on the truck but I finally got out and finished spraying the Rust Encapsulator on the frame. I've got to say, I am pretty impressed with the Preval spray system for something like this. When it comes to the top coat, I will bust out a real gun but for the encapsulator it was awesome.

Also bought a few new toys since the last time I posted

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2012 GMC Sierra 6.2L
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New TIG

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7dee2 · 09-11-2012, 11:54 AM

Nice truck! Have fun with that new welder...

mjensen · 09-11-2012, 11:09 PM

Thanks! All I have to do now is learn how to turn it on LOL

**thelonerife** · 09-11-2012, 11:44 PM

Nice work. I just caught up on this thread. I'll keep watching.

05-01-2012, 09:44 AM	#1
mjensen Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 1,562	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" Thank you! I appreciate the encouraging words. I'm hoping that one of these weekends will be nice enough so i can get this frame painted. On another note, my torque splitter is still on backorder. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Mike '69 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Build Thread

05-01-2012, 10:51 PM	#2
mjensen Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 1,562	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" I don't typically get out and work on the truck during the week, but I decided to give it a little (and I mean little) attention. I ran over the rails one more time with 180 grit and I think the rust encapsulator, and extreme chassis black will cover it well. I also removed the tranny crossmember to prepare to move it back once I get the splitter. __________________ Mike '69 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Build Thread

05-08-2012, 10:10 PM	#3
mjensen Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 1,562	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" Excited to report some progress!!! even if it is just receiving a tracking number for my splitter __________________ Mike '69 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Build Thread

05-10-2012, 11:21 PM	#4
mjensen Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 1,562	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" Ok, so I'm probably the only one in the world that thinks this is exciting... __________________ Mike '69 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Build Thread

10-01-2012, 02:04 PM	#6
7dee2 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Syracuse, Utah Posts: 1,898	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" One more idea if all else fails. Put a manual shift lever through the floor pan. Back in the day the old big trucks used this method and was referred to as a set of sticks. This would be the easiest & cheapest method I can think of to actuate the OD unit. __________________ Brett 67 Camaro SS Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751594 72 Cheyenne/10 Super 115" Fleetside (Waiting it's turn.) 72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" DRW SOLD Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=645614 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2

05-10-2012, 11:53 PM	#8
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,141	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" Very nice! Are those really pricey? __________________ 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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Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,141	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" Yeah, it looks like it's a good idea, definitely cheaper. Does it have high low or just high? __________________ 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.*

05-13-2012, 06:30 PM	#12
mjensen Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 1,562	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" I finally have some paint on this frame!!! I started with rolling the rust encapsulator on and decided that wasn't going to fly. After some research, I found and purchased the Preval spray "gun" as I didn't really want to go through all the mess of busting out the big gun on this. I am very pleased with how well that thing worked! I didn't have to thin out the encapsulator at all, it sprayed it very well right out of the can. When I do the top coat of my Extreme Chassis black, I will probably use a real gun but I think for this base it worked out great! I still have to flip the frame and do the bottom, and a couple of the cross members with the encapsulator then topcoat. __________________ Mike '69 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Build Thread

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05-13-2012, 10:11 PM	#14
mjensen Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 1,562	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" Thanks 67cheby! __________________ Mike '69 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Build Thread

05-14-2012, 12:13 PM	#15
7dee2 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Syracuse, Utah Posts: 1,898	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" As usual your work is great. Looks real good. I think the splitter is a very cool idea for your application.. __________________ Brett 67 Camaro SS Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751594 72 Cheyenne/10 Super 115" Fleetside (Waiting it's turn.) 72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" DRW SOLD Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=645614 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2

05-14-2012, 11:23 PM	#17
mjensen Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 1,562	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" The only progress to report today was to get the remaining grease and grime off the TCase. It's now ready for one final bath, then wax and grease remover, then some paint...oh, then find all the parts and put it back together... If it seems like I keep jumping around, that's because that's how I manage my ADD.... __________________ Mike '69 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Build Thread

05-15-2012, 05:01 PM	#19
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,141	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" Looking good! __________________ 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.*

05-19-2012, 09:24 PM	#21
mjensen Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 1,562	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" Well, not a ton of progress today, but I did get some painting done... __________________ Mike '69 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Build Thread

09-09-2012, 08:16 PM	#22
mjensen Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 1,562	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" Well, it's been a while since I have worked on the truck but I finally got out and finished spraying the Rust Encapsulator on the frame. I've got to say, I am pretty impressed with the Preval spray system for something like this. When it comes to the top coat, I will bust out a real gun but for the encapsulator it was awesome. Also bought a few new toys since the last time I posted 2012 GMC Sierra 6.2L New TIG __________________ Mike '69 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Build Thread



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09-11-2012, 11:54 AM	#23
7dee2 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Syracuse, Utah Posts: 1,898	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" Nice truck! Have fun with that new welder... __________________ Brett 67 Camaro SS Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751594 72 Cheyenne/10 Super 115" Fleetside (Waiting it's turn.) 72 Cheyenne/K30 Super 133" DRW SOLD Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=645614 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@6dee7-7dee2

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mjensen Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 1,562	Re: 69 GMC "Ol' Blue" Thanks! All I have to do now is learn how to turn it on LOL __________________ Mike '69 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Build Thread

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