introduce myself and our project

[Fitz57]

I used extended cab frame. Cut the welds out where frame clip meets behind ft wheels. Cut off what I didn't need. Slid it back together and rewelded. 99 to 06 K1500 frames have 3 sections. Front clip that has all the front suspension etc. Middle section varies with reg cab, extended and 4 door cab. Rear section could be for 5.5', 6', and 8' bed. These are just my observations and may not 100% correct. Gmupfitters web page is where I get a lot of my info.

[Mabrysdad]

Could you send me a few pics of your truck ? Mabrysdad@yahoo.com

[Dave Garon]

I had a few hrs tonight to mount front clip and see how the factory rad and dual fan assembly fit. Looks like its gonna be tight. Did you end up using factory rad, fans, etc or something else? Any new pics of how that area came together? Im still not getting time to work on the truck, but I'll keep picking away as time allows. Your pics and info have been a huge help.

[Fitz57]

I tried to use the stock radiator, but bottom of rad hit the 05 Silvy frame idler arm brackets. I put a Be Cool Ls radiator 24"x 17" to core support in the 6 cyl position. Truck was originally V8. Then tucked rad under the V8 top cover. Two 11" fans with alum shroud from seller on Ebay. I didn't have room for one 16" fan because engine sits a bit forward. I now have about 3/4" between water pump pully and fans.

[Mabrysdad]

Looking great. I'm using your build as my guide!!! Keep up the updates