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53lochevy · 02-14-2008, 11:17 PM

Hey bud what was the length from the rear end frame rail to the center axle in yours? Got the stock manual but wanted to know what it actual is dont have the bed as of yet so was wondering.

jkaylor68gmc · 02-29-2008, 09:34 PM

So this past weekend I again started bolting on boy panels to ensure the fit, they all look really good, I am going to have to pick up a grille because I gave my mint painted one to a buddy and now it looks like I need a descent painted one for the path I am taking. Since this is technically the better halfs, she has decided to go the beater route but with a fuel injected Vortec and 4L60E and descent inteiror but a rough patina exterior. I also reinstalled the bed and began lookign at all the options. I will get the photo and post it later of the goal.

Since we are going to be takign the patina route I am going to try and get everything assembled and painted in the next two moths, that is the goal. I am a little, well a lot low on exra truck money so I need to wait until the '68 is gone.

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CAL 58 GMC · 02-29-2008, 09:47 PM

Looks like some great progress! Good Job!

**Hart_Rod** · 03-01-2008, 07:26 AM

Painted? You just need to just shove it outside until you're ready to put the motor in it,

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jkaylor68gmc · 03-01-2008, 07:26 PM

sweet. Good plan. No I think we are going to paint it rough and sand through and flat clear it.

jkaylor68gmc · 03-07-2008, 09:45 PM

Here is the truck I am going to emulate

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This one is real patine but I can get close.

solidaxel · 03-08-2008, 01:25 AM

I have seen that truck up close and everything underneath is finished!!!

solidaxel · 03-08-2008, 01:30 AM

Here is his buddys truck at the same show!

jkaylor68gmc · 03-08-2008, 02:25 AM

That is my plan also, I am going to finish sanding and filling the frame and install the LS1 or Vortec and paint the engine compartment.

jkaylor68gmc · 04-16-2008, 10:51 PM

So I have been on hiatus from the truck working on the other two pick-ups. I think this weekend I am going to work a little more on the frame and get it buttoned up before paint.

Tri5Nerd · 04-17-2008, 02:38 AM

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Originally Posted by jkaylor68gmc

That is my plan also, I am going to finish sanding and filling the frame and install the LS1 or Vortec and paint the engine compartment.

Something like this?

49S10 · 04-17-2008, 02:43 AM

Josh-
If you haven't already checked with them you might want to look at what Southern Performance offers that might fit your budget. They are near Atlanta. I purchased an LS1 from them a few years ago and they were nice people to deal with.
http://www.southernperformancesystems.com/

jkaylor68gmc · 04-17-2008, 03:40 PM

Yeah that is the kind of shot I was looking for, however I see you clipped yours but it appears narrow enough to fit inside the factory rails.

Tri5Nerd · 04-17-2008, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by jkaylor68gmc

Yeah that is the kind of shot I was looking for, however I see you clipped yours but it appears narrow enough to fit inside the factory rails.

Yeah, it's clipped and is for a 55 second series. I would think you can get mounts to make it fit correctly in your frame.

jkaylor68gmc · 04-17-2008, 05:29 PM

yeah, if not I am gonna install a regular small block.

PBFAB.COM · 04-18-2008, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by jkaylor68gmc

Yeah that is the kind of shot I was looking for, however I see you clipped yours but it appears narrow enough to fit inside the factory rails.

It's a tight fit... but the LS1 fits between the factory rails. You might need to get into the firewall to set the motor back far enough to run an electric fan and shroud set-up.

jkaylor68gmc · 04-18-2008, 05:42 PM

NOoooooo, I would really hate to do that, btw whats up Nathan?

PBFAB.COM · 04-18-2008, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by jkaylor68gmc

NOoooooo, I would really hate to do that, btw whats up Nathan?

Staying busy... trying to juggle everything that's going on!

Good to see some progress on the truck!

jkaylor68gmc · 05-01-2008, 06:12 PM

So I just got my rendering from Carter Hickman (blaz air). I now know just how cool it is.

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tvblazer78 · 05-10-2008, 06:35 PM

I like it Josh.. Any new pics?

jkaylor68gmc · 05-10-2008, 08:17 PM

I plan o begin finishing up the frame this next week. Gonna cut out the rear crossmember to make room for the tank, weld up three more holes and begin bondoing the frame in the morning.

What are you up to trav?

josh

Daniel U · 05-10-2008, 08:18 PM

Pretty cool idea on the "concept" pic. I think that would inspire me to get back to work on my '54. I'm definitely going the "patina" route next time. I'm tired of being concerned about where I park and if I get a door ding. Keep us posted!

tvblazer78 · 05-10-2008, 08:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jkaylor68gmc

I plan o begin finishing up the frame this next week. Gonna cut out the rear crossmember to make room for the tank, weld up three more holes and begin bondoing the frame in the morning.

What are you up to trav?

josh

Just trying to keep the blazer clean for the car shows.

This thing is looking good, do you think you will get on the road by the fall?

Trav

jkaylor68gmc · 05-13-2008, 05:23 PM

If an LS-1 and trans fall out of the sky and into the frame. Casey and I began bondoing the frame last night, oh how I love bondo (not). I'll try and get this weeks pic posted sometime.

CAL 58 GMC · 05-13-2008, 06:11 PM

That rendering is sweet man!

02-14-2008, 11:17 PM	#76
53lochevy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: mckinney, tx Posts: 141	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! Hey bud what was the length from the rear end frame rail to the center axle in yours? Got the stock manual but wanted to know what it actual is dont have the bed as of yet so was wondering.

02-29-2008, 09:34 PM	#77
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! So this past weekend I again started bolting on boy panels to ensure the fit, they all look really good, I am going to have to pick up a grille because I gave my mint painted one to a buddy and now it looks like I need a descent painted one for the path I am taking. Since this is technically the better halfs, she has decided to go the beater route but with a fuel injected Vortec and 4L60E and descent inteiror but a rough patina exterior. I also reinstalled the bed and began lookign at all the options. I will get the photo and post it later of the goal. Since we are going to be takign the patina route I am going to try and get everything assembled and painted in the next two moths, that is the goal. I am a little, well a lot low on exra truck money so I need to wait until the '68 is gone. __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride

02-29-2008, 09:47 PM	#78
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! Looks like some great progress! Good Job! __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4

03-01-2008, 07:26 AM	#79
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,862	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! Painted? You just need to just shove it outside until you're ready to put the motor in it, . __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3 Last edited by Hart_Rod; 03-01-2008 at 07:27 AM.

03-01-2008, 07:26 PM	#80
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! sweet. Good plan. No I think we are going to paint it rough and sand through and flat clear it. __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride

03-07-2008, 09:45 PM	#81
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! Here is the truck I am going to emulate This one is real patine but I can get close. __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride

03-08-2008, 01:25 AM	#82
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! I have seen that truck up close and everything underneath is finished!!! Attached Images __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

03-08-2008, 01:30 AM	#83
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! Here is his buddys truck at the same show! Attached Images __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

03-08-2008, 02:25 AM	#84
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! That is my plan also, I am going to finish sanding and filling the frame and install the LS1 or Vortec and paint the engine compartment. __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride

04-16-2008, 10:51 PM	#85
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! So I have been on hiatus from the truck working on the other two pick-ups. I think this weekend I am going to work a little more on the frame and get it buttoned up before paint. __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride

04-17-2008, 02:43 AM	#87
49S10 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Leawood, KS Posts: 23	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! Josh- If you haven't already checked with them you might want to look at what Southern Performance offers that might fit your budget. They are near Atlanta. I purchased an LS1 from them a few years ago and they were nice people to deal with. http://www.southernperformancesystems.com/

04-17-2008, 03:40 PM	#88
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! Yeah that is the kind of shot I was looking for, however I see you clipped yours but it appears narrow enough to fit inside the factory rails. __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride

04-17-2008, 05:29 PM	#90
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! yeah, if not I am gonna install a regular small block. __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride

04-18-2008, 05:42 PM	#92
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! NOoooooo, I would really hate to do that, btw whats up Nathan? __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride

05-01-2008, 06:12 PM	#94
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! So I just got my rendering from Carter Hickman (blaz air). I now know just how cool it is. __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride



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05-10-2008, 06:35 PM	#95
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05-10-2008, 08:17 PM	#96
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! I plan o begin finishing up the frame this next week. Gonna cut out the rear crossmember to make room for the tank, weld up three more holes and begin bondoing the frame in the morning. What are you up to trav? josh __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride

05-10-2008, 08:18 PM	#97
Daniel U Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Central Coast, CA. Posts: 1,202	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! Pretty cool idea on the "concept" pic. I think that would inspire me to get back to work on my '54. I'm definitely going the "patina" route next time. I'm tired of being concerned about where I park and if I get a door ding. Keep us posted! __________________ Mom's 1954 (TBI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10) 5 Chevrolet window 3/4 ton long bed Pick up build thread ->http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=228674 My 1954 (TPI 5.7/700R4/10 bolt 3:73) Chevrolet 5 window 1/2 ton short bed Pick up build thread->http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...3&goto=newpost 1960 (400/T350/?) Apache 10 short/fleet side-big window 1973 (TPI 5.7/700R4/14 bolt 4:10 w DANA 60 front) Chevrolet Cheyenne 4X4 2013 (Vortec 5.3/6-speed 6L90 automatic) Sierra LT CREW CAB Doing my part to warm the globe

05-13-2008, 05:23 PM	#99
jkaylor68gmc Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: TN Posts: 2,448	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! If an LS-1 and trans fall out of the sky and into the frame. Casey and I began bondoing the frame last night, oh how I love bondo (not). I'll try and get this weeks pic posted sometime. __________________ 1947 International KB-1 1957 Chevy Bel-Air riding low 1962 swb fleetside 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 7-inch lift on 35 Daily driver 2016 Chevy Tahoe Better halves ride

05-13-2008, 06:11 PM	#100
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: Project "Blacked Out" Begins! That rendering is sweet man! __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4

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