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GRN72 · 04-24-2016, 07:00 PM

I am starting a build on a truck I've had since I was 14 years old, I would love to hear ur opinions and ideas are welcomed. The first pic is how it was when I tore it down for this build.

GRN72 · 04-24-2016, 07:06 PM

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**Boog** · 04-24-2016, 07:34 PM

Here ya go.

GRN72 · 04-24-2016, 08:05 PM

The cab

GRN72 · 04-24-2016, 08:06 PM

The bed

GRN72 · 04-24-2016, 08:10 PM

Mock up engine "stock 6.0L" with speed engineering headers and a PTC build TH400 Trans with pro mod drum reverse manual valve body and Trans brake.

davepl · 04-24-2016, 08:27 PM

Cool so far! Any plans to paint the frame, or leaving it bare? Just asking, I don't know your goals.

Redline novdog · 04-24-2016, 08:32 PM

If you want I think "wasted income" on this sit has that very combo putting out big numbers and sounds awesome goin' by my house!!It is in a 2wd 70?? blazer??
Good luck on the build! Gotta do something with those shortbeds.LOL!
No harm intended they are a sweet ride!

12secondnova · 04-24-2016, 11:22 PM

Looks like the start of a nice build! Im planning on running those headers on my truck once i put a 4.8 or 5.3 in it. Have you put the master cylinder and booster (if youre running one) on it to see if it clears or not?

Heavymetl · 04-25-2016, 06:05 AM

Looks like you're well underway.

Turbos are too much fun. Drive like stock, absolutely brutal power on the boost.

I've posted this before, but I'll say it again. Everyone is quick to spend money on the short block/engine when really the keys are:
- Fuel system
- Engine management (I'm not a fan of the stock pcm for boost)
- Tq converter
- Trans

You've got a great start with the ptc converter and TH400. It's gonna be a mean machine once you get it going!

GRN72 · 04-25-2016, 12:15 PM

Yes I will be cleaning and painting the frame but for mock up and what I may need to weld I want to wait til the cab and bed are at paint for all of that.

As for the brake booster I haven't got that far yet but will b looking into that.

GRN72 · 04-26-2016, 06:16 PM

What fuel system are u running "Heavymetl" and are u happy with it. I've been reading and everyone says somthin different.

Boyd67 · 05-05-2016, 09:50 PM

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GRN72 · 09-23-2016, 08:59 PM

May cut it down a lil more but u get the idea.
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TrkEnvy · 09-24-2016, 01:19 AM

Subscribed. I love this site. Great build and fab work. I'm planning on a single turbo 4.8/ th400 / gear vendor set up for the truck I'm bringing back from a frame off. Great inspiration and heavymetl your info is helping me do it right.

**Grumpy old man** · 09-24-2016, 05:26 AM

It all looks cool but what are your plans for beefing up the frame that was designed for 1/3 the horsepower you'll end up with ?

Mrturner1 · 09-24-2016, 09:19 PM

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It all looks cool but what are your plans for beefing up the frame that was designed for 1/3 the horsepower you'll end up with ?

Frame? Who needs to beef up the frame that doesn't make it go faster! haha just kiddin. It does look like a cool/fun combo though don't you agree?

Overdriven · 09-24-2016, 10:38 PM

This is my kind of build! Who makes/where'd you get the intercooler and initial thoughts on it? Planning a twin setup myself and that intercooler configuration makes the most sense.

GRN72 · 09-25-2016, 01:12 PM

I do plan on boxing and dimple dying the frame and may even do a kid plate setup on it.

As for the inter cooler it is a treadstone intercooler from eBay and it is the 3.5 thick one with the 3.5 outlet upgrade. Seems to b pretty nice I sure hope it works out, well c.
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GRN72 · 09-25-2016, 01:13 PM

Sorry mid plate
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I'm terrible at posting pics here for some reason
Been Fab in a lil when I get the chance. Fuel cell insides
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04-24-2016, 07:00 PM	#1
GRN72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Ooltewah Tennessee Posts: 23	6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 I am starting a build on a truck I've had since I was 14 years old, I would love to hear ur opinions and ideas are welcomed. The first pic is how it was when I tore it down for this build. Last edited by GRN72; 04-24-2016 at 07:22 PM.

04-24-2016, 07:06 PM	#2
GRN72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Ooltewah Tennessee Posts: 23	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images Last edited by GRN72; 04-24-2016 at 07:33 PM. Reason: Add picture

04-24-2016, 07:34 PM	#3
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,568	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 Here ya go. Attached Images __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

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GRN72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Ooltewah Tennessee Posts: 23	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 The cab Attached Images

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GRN72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Ooltewah Tennessee Posts: 23	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 The bed Attached Images

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GRN72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Ooltewah Tennessee Posts: 23	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 Mock up engine "stock 6.0L" with speed engineering headers and a PTC build TH400 Trans with pro mod drum reverse manual valve body and Trans brake. Attached Images

04-24-2016, 08:27 PM	#7
davepl Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 6,334	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 Cool so far! Any plans to paint the frame, or leaving it bare? Just asking, I don't know your goals. __________________ 1970 GMC Sierra Grande Custom Camper - Built, not Bought 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Coupe 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Convertible

04-24-2016, 08:32 PM	#8
Redline novdog Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Washington,Il Posts: 632	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 If you want I think "wasted income" on this sit has that very combo putting out big numbers and sounds awesome goin' by my house!!It is in a 2wd 70?? blazer?? Good luck on the build! Gotta do something with those shortbeds.LOL! No harm intended they are a sweet ride! __________________ It builds on my intelligence when I make a mistake, Boy am I building on it! '67 C-10,'70 Nova SS

04-24-2016, 11:22 PM	#9
12secondnova Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: norcal Posts: 673	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 Looks like the start of a nice build! Im planning on running those headers on my truck once i put a 4.8 or 5.3 in it. Have you put the master cylinder and booster (if youre running one) on it to see if it clears or not?

04-25-2016, 06:05 AM	#10
Heavymetl Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Southern Ohio Posts: 292	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 Looks like you're well underway. Turbos are too much fun. Drive like stock, absolutely brutal power on the boost. I've posted this before, but I'll say it again. Everyone is quick to spend money on the short block/engine when really the keys are: - Fuel system - Engine management (I'm not a fan of the stock pcm for boost) - Tq converter - Trans You've got a great start with the ptc converter and TH400. It's gonna be a mean machine once you get it going! __________________ 1970 C10 Turbo LM7 5.3/LS6 cam PT7675/4L80E/Holley Dominator EFI/E85 Moser 9" 3.25/4 wheel discs 11.16@121.07

04-25-2016, 12:15 PM	#11
GRN72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Ooltewah Tennessee Posts: 23	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 Yes I will be cleaning and painting the frame but for mock up and what I may need to weld I want to wait til the cab and bed are at paint for all of that. As for the brake booster I haven't got that far yet but will b looking into that. Last edited by GRN72; 04-25-2016 at 12:19 PM. Reason: Add

04-26-2016, 06:16 PM	#12
GRN72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Ooltewah Tennessee Posts: 23	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 What fuel system are u running "Heavymetl" and are u happy with it. I've been reading and everyone says somthin different.

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Boyd67 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: China Grove, NC Posts: 93	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 Subscribed __________________ Boyd -67' C10 SWB FLEETSIDE LS 5.3 4 speed muncie

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09-24-2016, 01:19 AM	#16
TrkEnvy Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 264	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 Subscribed. I love this site. Great build and fab work. I'm planning on a single turbo 4.8/ th400 / gear vendor set up for the truck I'm bringing back from a frame off. Great inspiration and heavymetl your info is helping me do it right. __________________ 1971 C10 - LWB shortened to SWB, welded in my C notch, reinforced trailing arms with 3/16 plate, new cpp 5" rear drop springs, 2" drop blocks, ece super panhard kit. Cpp drop spindles, 2 inch front springs, 5.3/4L80E I call it Bruce Banner..

09-24-2016, 05:26 AM	#17
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 It all looks cool but what are your plans for beefing up the frame that was designed for 1/3 the horsepower you'll end up with ? __________________ 1967 Factory short bed - Old school '71 - 350 / 4bolt / 487 heads / Edelbrock C3BX Muncie M-22 4 speed / Hurst Comp plus Factory 12 bolt posi 3.73 / 255-70-15 Smoothed firewall / Factory cowl induction Power disc brakes / power steering / 3.5-5" drop

09-24-2016, 10:38 PM	#19
Overdriven Registered User Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 598	Re: 6.0 LSX twin turbo 72 c10 This is my kind of build! Who makes/where'd you get the intercooler and initial thoughts on it? Planning a twin setup myself and that intercooler configuration makes the most sense.

09-25-2016, 01:12 PM	#20
GRN72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Ooltewah Tennessee Posts: 23	I do plan on boxing and dimple dying the frame and may even do a kid plate setup on it. As for the inter cooler it is a treadstone intercooler from eBay and it is the 3.5 thick one with the 3.5 outlet upgrade. Seems to b pretty nice I sure hope it works out, well c. Posted via Mobile Device

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GRN72 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Ooltewah Tennessee Posts: 23	Sorry mid plate Posted via Mobile Device

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