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SCOTI · 10-01-2010, 12:35 AM

Welding on the front shock towers is complete....

my67chevytruck · 10-01-2010, 08:10 AM

Nice work!... Nice shop setup.....

SCOTI · 10-01-2010, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by my67chevytruck

Nice work!... Nice shop setup.....

It the maint shop @ my job. Nice stuff; but even after 22+yrs of employment, I have to semi-covertly work on my 'goverment projects' which usually means deep nights.

aggie91 · 10-03-2010, 12:34 AM

Nice work on those shock mounts. I know what you mean about those "government jobs".

It was good meeting you today.
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watahyahknow · 10-03-2010, 06:58 AM

thats clasified information

SCOTI · 10-03-2010, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by watahyahknow

thats clasified information

Funny, but true. I can give my friends/family a tour of the plant where I work. You can see everything except the main area where I work..... it's pass-key access only (even for internal employees).

The funny part is I'm nobody..... Just an average maunfacturing employee.

SCOTI · 10-06-2010, 12:20 AM

More progress but no pics yet.

I set-up my extra swb frame w/a DM main crossmember on my trailer. It's just the main rails, front DM x-member, & T/A x-member sitting on some 2x4's & spare wheels. This allowed me to put the sbc/700r4 in place for determining the tranny x-member needs.

I have several x-members for consideration & decided to use an ECE x-member as I feel it will offer better torsional rigidity vs. a tubular unit (it bolts to the top & bottom of each frame rail vs. just the sides).

Because the DM relocates the drivetrain slightly, I'll need to cut the mount 'flange' off the x-member, flip the x-member 180°, & re-weld the mount flange. This offered the best alignment of the 'puzzle pieces' & should work well. I'm actually going to place the mount flange w/a little fudge factor in the dimensions & use a shim for dialing in the level (to set the carb flange @ 0°).

I ran out of time tonight so I'll try & get @ it earlier tomorrow. I had to wrap the drivetrain in towels, cardboard, & plastic to keep moisture @ a minimum until I can get it back in the garage tomorrow.

I'm crossing my fingers we won't see any sudden 'scattered showers' before then....

aggie91 · 10-06-2010, 09:22 PM

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,

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.

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?

**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'

. . . ......

**Hart_Rod** · 11-10-2010, 12:39 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

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'

. . . ......

Sweet shims! Where'd ya get'em?

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.

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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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.

**kev2809** · 10-21-2010, 10:41 PM

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

**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

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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!

10-01-2010, 12:35 AM	#1
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,919	Re: Project: Recycle Welding on the front shock towers is complete.... 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.*

10-01-2010, 08:10 AM	#2
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: Project: Recycle Nice work!... Nice shop setup..... __________________ 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

10-03-2010, 12:34 AM	#4
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: Project: Recycle Nice work on those shock mounts. I know what you mean about those "government jobs". It was good meeting you today. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 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

10-03-2010, 06:58 AM	#5
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: Project: Recycle thats clasified information __________________ i got a job again and having fun at it too idea's for the trucks and the order of things to do are taking shape and get closer to being realized , a few more months and i be able to start building for real i complete 2 of the trucks intoo running fashion one custom and one basicly stock the thirth will be sacrificed for parts

10-06-2010, 12:20 AM	#7
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,919	Re: Project: Recycle More progress but no pics yet. I set-up my extra swb frame w/a DM main crossmember on my trailer. It's just the main rails, front DM x-member, & T/A x-member sitting on some 2x4's & spare wheels. This allowed me to put the sbc/700r4 in place for determining the tranny x-member needs. I have several x-members for consideration & decided to use an ECE x-member as I feel it will offer better torsional rigidity vs. a tubular unit (it bolts to the top & bottom of each frame rail vs. just the sides). Because the DM relocates the drivetrain slightly, I'll need to cut the mount 'flange' off the x-member, flip the x-member 180°, & re-weld the mount flange. This offered the best alignment of the 'puzzle pieces' & should work well. I'm actually going to place the mount flange w/a little fudge factor in the dimensions & use a shim for dialing in the level (to set the carb flange @ 0°). I ran out of time tonight so I'll try & get @ it earlier tomorrow. I had to wrap the drivetrain in towels, cardboard, & plastic to keep moisture @ a minimum until I can get it back in the garage tomorrow. I'm crossing my fingers we won't see any sudden 'scattered showers' before then.... __________________ 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, 09:22 PM	#8
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: Project: Recycle 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, __________________ 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

10-06-2010, 11:08 PM	#10
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, 09:19 PM	#13
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	#14
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,919	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.

10-07-2010, 12:06 AM	#16
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

10-21-2010, 10:23 PM	#17
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, 10:44 PM	#18
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

10-21-2010, 10:41 PM	#20
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10-22-2010, 08:54 AM	#21
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10-22-2010, 09:47 AM	#22
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



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10-22-2010, 10:24 AM	#24
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	#25
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!

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