Whoa ohhh Black Betty!

[SS From the "Wood"]

The time has come to post about my latest and greatest aquistion... This was an idea that came to me via the good Lord, just as I was about to make a huge mistake. While hustling around trying to find a suitable late model Sierra Denali that someone else had already made better, I realized that the only way I'd truly be happy with my truck to be, was to get back to what I loved about square bodied 80's era Chevy's/GMC's and build one, but make it new. I knew the "boss" would only be willing to consider the project if it was something that was suitable to drive daily (even if it's her driving), and haul the kids too. Those were her only requirements. The rest will be determined by me, and likely, some outside influence. So off to San Antonio my oldest son, Noah, and I ventured from Houston. It was an all day affair, and NJ as I call him, was a down right trooper at almost 5yrs old. I love that boy with all that I am, and I dedicate this project to him (although his little brother would argue that.)

Enough of the mushy stuff, let's talk trucks... Picked up a mostly complete, and in very good shape 1984 GMC CCSB right here off this very forum! The PO had a project started, but couldn't get it where he wanted it in the time needed before an impending move/relocation. With very little rust, and likely needing little in the way of body parts, I figured this a project worthy of my time, energy, and hard earned money! I'll add blood, sweat, tears, and more money to that later. For $1800 "Project Black Betty" is born.

Plans at this point are:
-daily driven
-full frame up resto
-Massaged LQ9 w/ L92 heads and mild cam/4L80e
-LS3 intake w/ 92mm TB
-full air suspension on 20" color matched Coys
-late model buckets (w/ integrated seat belts) w/ fold down console & matched rear bench; black leather will cover most of the interior, but I'll retain a classic/OEM look
-full JL audio sound
-'91 suburban front clip
-shaving most everything
-metallic black red paint
-one piece products glass all 4 doors (Ben's working on the rears) & back glass
-anything else that makes my vision complete

-shannon (about to get REALLY busy)