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**Boomerswany** · 01-24-2010, 12:39 AM

Always loved this truck... now, it gets even better. And, perfect timing I'm doing much of the same... so thanks! The "budget" can get fubar'd pretty quickly with air and components. I've hand my LCA's cupped by NFAMUS down in Texas = artwork! and finished the static rear... but gotta go step-notch and bags now...!
Great job! U

**LEEVON** · 01-24-2010, 01:30 AM

Looks great Doug, nice clean install. I like the center caps!

72BlckButy · 01-24-2010, 06:40 PM

That turned out nice Doug, tuckin' good!

big_al_71 · 01-24-2010, 07:10 PM

you have made it look so simple.....

tcb-1 · 01-24-2010, 09:16 PM

thanks gang. nothing special about this build. I've really gained a LOT of respect for those guys who fab up their own rear notches and cupped lca's. my next big purchases have to be a plasma and a mig. guess I'll be watching Craigslist now......

Keith,
As far as the rims go, they fit fine without spacers, I just wanted them sticking out there a bit more. if I go straight stock 6.5" wide steelies, I'll have to run a spacer since I have discs up front.

here's my thoughts...... ditch my front and rear chrome bumpers. go back to bone stock white. then, go white or gray stock steelies with '54 GM sedan caps or chrome bullet lug nuts

nuke1 · 01-24-2010, 10:31 PM

Doug, you have one fine truck there, and it is getting better by the day, good job and work there. I say to stay with the 17's but the stock rims with the bullets would be my next choice. Very nicely done.

suville · 01-24-2010, 10:54 PM

Doug, I like the brass connections better myself. I went to MSC and was completely confused by the way to many choices, can ya help me out here with a link or part number considering I am using 1/4 line instead of 3/8, man this is a completely new arena fer me, sure appreciate your help here. Your installation is looking very clean, BTW I noticed on the plastic connection I got theyre made in china no thanks I want the brass and made in America if at all possible like to keep our folks workin and feedin their families!

**lolife99** · 01-24-2010, 11:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tcb-1

thanks gang. nothing special about this build. I've really gained a LOT of respect for those guys who fab up their own rear notches and cupped lca's. my next big purchases have to be a plasma and a mig. guess I'll be watching Craigslist now......

Keith,
As far as the rims go, they fit fine without spacers, I just wanted them sticking out there a bit more. if I go straight stock 6.5" wide steelies, I'll have to run a spacer since I have discs up front.

here's my thoughts...... ditch my front and rear chrome bumpers. go back to bone stock white. then, go white or gray stock steelies with '54 GM sedan caps or chrome bullet lug nuts

I might be interested in your chrome bumpers if you do decide to switch.
Too bad your trucks not a 71-72,... I have an NOS painted front bumper for one.

Doug,... I have seen people use "self etching" primer on chrome bumpers,... and then paint them.
I'm not sure how well it holds up,... but I've seen it done.

andrewt2 · 01-25-2010, 01:46 AM

Doug- Keep up the good work ive always loved the look of this truck cant wait to see it all aired out!

**lolife99** · 01-25-2010, 12:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by suville

Doug, I like the brass connections better myself. I went to MSC and was completely confused by the way to many choices, can ya help me out here with a link or part number considering I am using 1/4 line instead of 3/8, man this is a completely new arena fer me, sure appreciate your help here. Your installation is looking very clean, BTW I noticed on the plastic connection I got theyre made in china no thanks I want the brass and made in America if at all possible like to keep our folks workin and feedin their families!

Another thing to remember with fittings and airline,... is to make sure it's D.O.T. rated for highway use. It's ususally a little more expensive,... but so is losing air at highway speeds!

gopokes · 01-25-2010, 01:26 PM

Doug - Awesome job, looks great! Were you able to use the Monroe shocks without having to relocate the mounts?

tcb-1 · 01-25-2010, 02:00 PM

gopokes,
yep, I was able to use the 33033's up front. I have about a 1/2" of shock travel left when aired out.

Keith,
Both the fittings and air line I'm using are DOT rated. You told me to make sure of that a while back!

LOW DOUGH · 01-25-2010, 02:11 PM

Hay Doug, it's looking real good! Can't wait to see it all together and sit'n down. I would like to see the wheel setup you are talking about too! I like these you have on it now also!

**lolife99** · 01-25-2010, 02:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tcb-1

gopokes,
yep, I was able to use the 33033's up front. I have about a 1/2" of shock travel left when aired out.

Keith,
Both the fittings and air line I'm using are DOT rated. You told me to make sure of that a while back!

That was more directed to suville. Sorry about the hijack.

franky69c10 · 01-26-2010, 03:59 AM

look'n good

MTCHEVY · 01-30-2010, 10:40 PM

looks great...nice work! Thanks for the part numbers on the shocks.

tcb-1 · 01-30-2010, 11:09 PM

I'll try to post some pics tomorrow, gang. I ran the air line today and secured them. one thing I am being super picky about is when the air line has any chance of rubbing the frame, I am taking 3/8" rubber fuel line and encapsulating the air line.

I'll show you what I mean with pics.

now, back to the design of the underbed hardware cabinent. stealth......

72BlckButy · 01-30-2010, 11:33 PM

How are you attaching the rubber hose to the line itself? I was wondering if the rubber line would have a chance of "walking".

big_al_71 · 01-31-2010, 03:31 PM

Al<<<<<<<<<<<<is waiting to see some picts!!!!!

tcb-1 · 01-31-2010, 07:26 PM

here's my method of attaching the air line. Lowe's has 3/8" zinc plated/rubber lined brackets that work great. $1.40 for two. couple that with some #10 stainless steel metal screws and viola! I put a bracket every 20"-24". In between these brackets, I used a 3" piece of 3/8" rubber fuel line to alleviate any additional chaffing. In the pic below, you see the front air line following the frame and then through the frame at an oblong hole forward of the axle. I also made sure the air line was safe from chaffing through this hole with a piece of split fuel line.

here's a pic or two of the front down and a naked rear......

thought you all would like to see where this truck came from. wow, 3 years ago seems like yesterday.

72BlckButy · 01-31-2010, 07:35 PM

Man Doug... lookin' good my friend, nice work!

I feel like driving up there tonight to help you put the bed on for the full look.

GRIMSS · 01-31-2010, 07:43 PM

Looks great Doug.

VA72C10 · 01-31-2010, 07:48 PM

Very nicely done!!!

tuddend · 01-31-2010, 07:57 PM

You've inspired me brother, I order the parts this week!

bigguy69 · 01-31-2010, 08:00 PM

looks great!!!!

01-24-2010, 12:39 AM	#101
Boomerswany Retiredoldfarttankerguy Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene Idaho Posts: 148	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Always loved this truck... now, it gets even better. And, perfect timing I'm doing much of the same... so thanks! The "budget" can get fubar'd pretty quickly with air and components. I've hand my LCA's cupped by NFAMUS down in Texas = artwork! and finished the static rear... but gotta go step-notch and bags now...! Great job! U __________________ ________________________________ *Swany* Current 67-72 truck projo - #5 of 6 and #1,000,000... of all the other things that keep me from working on it. Fav - local parts shop. They ship world-wide. www.fillingstation.com

01-24-2010, 01:30 AM	#102
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Looks great Doug, nice clean install. I like the center caps! __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

01-24-2010, 06:40 PM	#103
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside That turned out nice Doug, tuckin' good! __________________ -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)

01-24-2010, 07:10 PM	#104
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside you have made it look so simple..... __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

01-24-2010, 09:16 PM	#105
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside thanks gang. nothing special about this build. I've really gained a LOT of respect for those guys who fab up their own rear notches and cupped lca's. my next big purchases have to be a plasma and a mig. guess I'll be watching Craigslist now...... Keith, As far as the rims go, they fit fine without spacers, I just wanted them sticking out there a bit more. if I go straight stock 6.5" wide steelies, I'll have to run a spacer since I have discs up front. here's my thoughts...... ditch my front and rear chrome bumpers. go back to bone stock white. then, go white or gray stock steelies with '54 GM sedan caps or chrome bullet lug nuts __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

01-24-2010, 10:31 PM	#106
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Doug, you have one fine truck there, and it is getting better by the day, good job and work there. I say to stay with the 17's but the stock rims with the bullets would be my next choice. Very nicely done. __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

01-24-2010, 10:54 PM	#107
suville Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Mtn. Home, Idaho Posts: 906	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Doug, I like the brass connections better myself. I went to MSC and was completely confused by the way to many choices, can ya help me out here with a link or part number considering I am using 1/4 line instead of 3/8, man this is a completely new arena fer me, sure appreciate your help here. Your installation is looking very clean, BTW I noticed on the plastic connection I got theyre made in china no thanks I want the brass and made in America if at all possible like to keep our folks workin and feedin their families!

01-25-2010, 01:46 AM	#109
andrewt2 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Carbondale, Kansas Posts: 547	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Doug- Keep up the good work ive always loved the look of this truck cant wait to see it all aired out!

01-25-2010, 01:26 PM	#111
gopokes Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Oklahoma City Oklahoma Posts: 431	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Doug - Awesome job, looks great! Were you able to use the Monroe shocks without having to relocate the mounts?

01-25-2010, 02:00 PM	#112
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside gopokes, yep, I was able to use the 33033's up front. I have about a 1/2" of shock travel left when aired out. Keith, Both the fittings and air line I'm using are DOT rated. You told me to make sure of that a while back! __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

01-25-2010, 02:11 PM	#113
LOW DOUGH I'M TRUCK CRAZY! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sachse, TEXAS Posts: 1,737	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Hay Doug, it's looking real good! Can't wait to see it all together and sit'n down. I would like to see the wheel setup you are talking about too! I like these you have on it now also!

01-26-2010, 03:59 AM	#115
franky69c10 chevy runs deep Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: PHOENIX AZ Posts: 1,074	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside look'n good __________________ RAIDER NATION 1969 c10 swb soon 2 b on the road... My LWB is a SWB now http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=498241

01-30-2010, 10:40 PM	#116
MTCHEVY Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Missoula, MT Posts: 58	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside looks great...nice work! Thanks for the part numbers on the shocks. __________________ -M.J. 1968 Stepside

01-30-2010, 11:09 PM	#117
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside I'll try to post some pics tomorrow, gang. I ran the air line today and secured them. one thing I am being super picky about is when the air line has any chance of rubbing the frame, I am taking 3/8" rubber fuel line and encapsulating the air line. I'll show you what I mean with pics. now, back to the design of the underbed hardware cabinent. stealth...... __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

01-30-2010, 11:33 PM	#118
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside How are you attaching the rubber hose to the line itself? I was wondering if the rubber line would have a chance of "walking". __________________ -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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01-31-2010, 03:31 PM	#119
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Al<<<<<<<<<<<<is waiting to see some picts!!!!! __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

01-31-2010, 07:26 PM	#120
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside here's my method of attaching the air line. Lowe's has 3/8" zinc plated/rubber lined brackets that work great. $1.40 for two. couple that with some #10 stainless steel metal screws and viola! I put a bracket every 20"-24". In between these brackets, I used a 3" piece of 3/8" rubber fuel line to alleviate any additional chaffing. In the pic below, you see the front air line following the frame and then through the frame at an oblong hole forward of the axle. I also made sure the air line was safe from chaffing through this hole with a piece of split fuel line. here's a pic or two of the front down and a naked rear...... thought you all would like to see where this truck came from. wow, 3 years ago seems like yesterday. __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

01-31-2010, 07:35 PM	#121
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Man Doug... lookin' good my friend, nice work! I feel like driving up there tonight to help you put the bed on for the full look. __________________ -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)

01-31-2010, 07:43 PM	#122
GRIMSS --------------- Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central Missouri Posts: 1,791	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Looks great Doug. __________________ 2001 GMC SIERRA 1956 Chevy Panel *Build Page* with a Scott's Hotrods IFS 1953 Chevy trucks *Project Dime Time* 1968 Camaro 1968 Volksrod "NOBACK" 55-59 one piece window *Video* 55-59 one piece window *template files* Jared

01-31-2010, 07:48 PM	#123
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside Very nicely done!!! __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

01-31-2010, 07:57 PM	#124
tuddend Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Grimsby, Ontario, Canada Posts: 12	Re: Air Ride Install - '69 Chevrolet SWB Stepside You've inspired me brother, I order the parts this week!

01-31-2010, 08:00 PM	#125
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