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my4by2 · 04-21-2011, 08:35 PM

VERY exciting morning so far for me! Got a bunch of pics from the shop! Here's some of the fuel tank being modified - they came up with a MUCH improved design that not only looks better, but holds a LOT more than the original 30 something gallons we had... I think it looks freakin' SWEET!!!

my4by2 · 04-21-2011, 08:38 PM

And they didn't stop the redesign there either - came up with a MUCH improved way to mount the front of the tank that's really easy to remove if needed!!! Tell ya man, these guys are GREAT!!!

my4by2 · 04-21-2011, 08:39 PM

And here's a few to show you how much better it fits in & looks compared to that original "boxy" look it had... Man I'm stoked!!!!

my4by2 · 04-21-2011, 08:41 PM

Man I love these pics!!!! Here it is getting all the final welding & smoothing - Keven can really lay down a pretty bead!!! This tank is HUGE!!!

my4by2 · 04-21-2011, 08:44 PM

And last but not least, my radiator FINALLY made it to the shop...... It looks fantastic too!!! Now they can at last start the mock up of the front end & get everything finalized up there!!! They'll still need to order the aluminum overflow can, but gotta see where it's gonna sit & how much room they have first.

jbclassix · 04-21-2011, 08:49 PM

The shop you are working with seems to know their stuff, so maybe I am just missing it, With a tank that long and that rigid are there going to be any isolators to allow flex difference in the frame and tank?

my4by2 · 04-21-2011, 08:49 PM

Also finally managed to finally get my front accessories all sorted out. Stayed late last night & called Scoggin-Dickey. Couldn't get a "kit" in the truck style, so we had to piece a kit together that's exactly what would'a come on the 08 HD trucks & all NEW!!! Gotta call em back tonight & pay for it, but it's a done deal!

my4by2 · 04-21-2011, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by jbclassix

The shop you are working with seems to know their stuff, so maybe I am just missing it, With a tank that long and that rigid are there going to be any isolators to allow flex difference in the frame and tank?

FIrst off - this is a one ton frame so naturally a LOT stiffer than the half-ton versions are. Secondly, there are NO plans for this truck to be out there "flexing" on a rock climb or super-serious trail... For the most part this truck is gonna be my daily driver & most of it's off-road duty will be recreational at best. They know this going in & are building it accordingly - and yes, they are VERY good at what they do.

jbclassix · 04-21-2011, 08:57 PM

question answered!

my4by2 · 04-21-2011, 11:33 PM

A different shot that better shows the dimples in the baffle plates they put it for strength. Almost a shame that no one will probably ever see it again...

my4by2 · 04-22-2011, 03:29 AM

Ok, so according to WFO's math - my new tank should hold around 38 gallons of fuel when completed & installed. It's supposed to go out next week to get the inner liner applied & then we'll see what they end up going with on the outside. I kinda prefer to use a spray on style, but we'll see what's best.

SledBurban · 04-22-2011, 11:17 AM

the fuel tank they built is amazing, great look and totally purpose built!

thirdstreettito · 04-22-2011, 11:23 AM

Thats a sweet tank! I'm thinking like 50+ gallons. It's bigger than my 41!

MTCK · 04-22-2011, 12:07 PM

That tank looks freaking awesome. Will it have straps under it or is the angle iron front and rear the only mount? If it's 38 gallons that's about 235 lbs plus the weight of the tank... It looks like it's ready to accept an in-tank pump?

Gordonr1973 · 04-22-2011, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by my4by2

My fender badges are done & DAMN do they look freakin' AMAZING!!!!!!!!!! Cannot wait to see these things on my truck - and the cab side badges I showed you earlier in the thread will compliment this one as well! Steve over at Billet Badges is the best at what he does!!!!!

These look awesome!! Build is really moving fast!

my4by2 · 04-22-2011, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by MTCK

That tank looks freaking awesome. Will it have straps under it or is the angle iron front and rear the only mount? If it's 38 gallons that's about 235 lbs plus the weight of the tank... It looks like it's ready to accept an in-tank pump?

I am not aware of plans for any straps. The tank is built with relatively thick sheet metal & the angle iron is 1/4", so it's pretty stout. They have built similar tanks for other rigs that see more abuse in some weekends than mine may see in it's whole life & not had issues, so I should be good.
We are using a new GM sending unit/pump assembly - the same ones used for the 2008 model HD trucks with a 6.0L engine. Mast said the stock pump should run their motor just fine. I wanted to be sure I would be able to replace all this easily later down the road if I needed to & not have to hunt for special parts that a dealership or parts store wouldn't have available.

MTCK · 04-22-2011, 09:35 PM

That'll be really nice. I'm a big fan of as many OEM parts as possible. I pretty much need to keep a book on mine so I can remember what the heck to order when I get to the parts counter. Yours will be 5 times more complicated!

my4by2 · 04-22-2011, 09:54 PM

Yeah, will definitely come up with some sort of "quick reference" guide once I get all my final paperwork so when I do need to order anything down the line it won't be so complicated!!! This is another reason though that I didn't do the Cummins swap, I wanted it to stay as repairable friendly as possible while still getting better technology & fuel mileage.

my4by2 · 04-22-2011, 11:35 PM

Well.... Initial quote from Mario came in today - >$16k OUCH!!! Kinda expected it though given the quality of his work. This also includes full media blast & epoxy primer though as well as materials & labor. Really can't put all this into the project & then "skimp out" on this phase of it I suppose... Needless to say my July dreams of completion are vanishing into thin air! Most likely I'll fly out there while I am home to see it & it'll probably still be at his shop.

BIG V · 04-22-2011, 11:38 PM

what kevin is working there?

my4by2 · 04-22-2011, 11:46 PM

It's spelled Keven & he's the main fabricator/welder there at WFO. Does AWESOME work too!

MTCK · 04-23-2011, 01:16 AM

Yeah a CC LB is a lot of square footage of body work, but still, holy crap... I'd be scared to drive it at that point.
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my4by2 · 04-23-2011, 03:23 AM

Eh, can't be scared to drive it or else what's the point of building it... That said I will definitely be very careful where I park it & all. It's not gonna be some "show" paint job with lots of graphics - actually a pretty straight forward look. It's like you said though - it's a LOT of body to prep & get straightened out before shooting.

y5mgisi · 04-23-2011, 06:35 PM

Dang! Mind me asking what you do for a living?

my4by2 · 04-23-2011, 07:58 PM

By trade I am a diesel mechanic, but I have been working as a contractor overseas for a few years now.

04-21-2011, 08:35 PM	#226
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build VERY exciting morning so far for me! Got a bunch of pics from the shop! Here's some of the fuel tank being modified - they came up with a MUCH improved design that not only looks better, but holds a LOT more than the original 30 something gallons we had... I think it looks freakin' SWEET!!! Attached Images

04-21-2011, 08:38 PM	#227
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build And they didn't stop the redesign there either - came up with a MUCH improved way to mount the front of the tank that's really easy to remove if needed!!! Tell ya man, these guys are GREAT!!! Attached Images __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K30 LWB Crew Cab 497HP Mast Motorsports 6.0L LY6 HO engine GM NV4500 5-speed, Centerforce clutch + NP205 D60 + 14-bolt FF w/ Eaton posi + disc brakes Skyjacker 2.5" full spring lift w/ Nitro shocks Custom paint + interior http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=435722

04-21-2011, 08:39 PM	#228
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build And here's a few to show you how much better it fits in & looks compared to that original "boxy" look it had... Man I'm stoked!!!! Attached Images Last edited by my4by2; 04-22-2011 at 10:46 PM. Reason: missed letters

04-21-2011, 08:41 PM	#229
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build Man I love these pics!!!! Here it is getting all the final welding & smoothing - Keven can really lay down a pretty bead!!! This tank is HUGE!!! Attached Images

04-21-2011, 08:44 PM	#230
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build And last but not least, my radiator FINALLY made it to the shop...... It looks fantastic too!!! Now they can at last start the mock up of the front end & get everything finalized up there!!! They'll still need to order the aluminum overflow can, but gotta see where it's gonna sit & how much room they have first. Attached Images

04-21-2011, 08:49 PM	#231
jbclassix Junk Yartist Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Greeley, CO Posts: 2,203	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build The shop you are working with seems to know their stuff, so maybe I am just missing it, With a tank that long and that rigid are there going to be any isolators to allow flex difference in the frame and tank? __________________ -Jeremy YOU ONLY FAIL IF YOU STOP TRYING 70 Crew Cab Build Link 70 GMC Suburban 4X4 build thread 95 Yukon Daily Driver Rebuilding an NP205

04-21-2011, 08:49 PM	#232
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build Also finally managed to finally get my front accessories all sorted out. Stayed late last night & called Scoggin-Dickey. Couldn't get a "kit" in the truck style, so we had to piece a kit together that's exactly what would'a come on the 08 HD trucks & all NEW!!! Gotta call em back tonight & pay for it, but it's a done deal!

04-21-2011, 08:57 PM	#234
jbclassix Junk Yartist Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Greeley, CO Posts: 2,203	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build question answered! __________________ -Jeremy YOU ONLY FAIL IF YOU STOP TRYING 70 Crew Cab Build Link 70 GMC Suburban 4X4 build thread 95 Yukon Daily Driver Rebuilding an NP205

04-21-2011, 11:33 PM	#235
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build A different shot that better shows the dimples in the baffle plates they put it for strength. Almost a shame that no one will probably ever see it again... Attached Images

04-22-2011, 03:29 AM	#236
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build Ok, so according to WFO's math - my new tank should hold around 38 gallons of fuel when completed & installed. It's supposed to go out next week to get the inner liner applied & then we'll see what they end up going with on the outside. I kinda prefer to use a spray on style, but we'll see what's best.

04-22-2011, 11:17 AM	#237
SledBurban Registered User Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DF DUB Posts: 97	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build the fuel tank they built is amazing, great look and totally purpose built!

04-22-2011, 11:23 AM	#238
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build Thats a sweet tank! I'm thinking like 50+ gallons. It's bigger than my 41! __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck

04-22-2011, 12:07 PM	#239
MTCK Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Fairbanks, AK Posts: 1,830	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build That tank looks freaking awesome. Will it have straps under it or is the angle iron front and rear the only mount? If it's 38 gallons that's about 235 lbs plus the weight of the tank... It looks like it's ready to accept an in-tank pump? __________________ -Marcus 1991 V3500 L29 454 4L80E NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's 1984 K30 292 TH400 NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's flat bed 7'6" Meyer Plow 2022 Silverado 3500 L8T Project Daily Driver Project Heavy Hauler Project Plow Truck

04-22-2011, 09:35 PM	#242
MTCK Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Fairbanks, AK Posts: 1,830	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build That'll be really nice. I'm a big fan of as many OEM parts as possible. I pretty much need to keep a book on mine so I can remember what the heck to order when I get to the parts counter. Yours will be 5 times more complicated! __________________ -Marcus 1991 V3500 L29 454 4L80E NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's 1984 K30 292 TH400 NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's flat bed 7'6" Meyer Plow 2022 Silverado 3500 L8T Project Daily Driver Project Heavy Hauler Project Plow Truck

04-22-2011, 09:54 PM	#243
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build Yeah, will definitely come up with some sort of "quick reference" guide once I get all my final paperwork so when I do need to order anything down the line it won't be so complicated!!! This is another reason though that I didn't do the Cummins swap, I wanted it to stay as repairable friendly as possible while still getting better technology & fuel mileage.



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04-22-2011, 11:35 PM	#244
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build Well.... Initial quote from Mario came in today - >$16k OUCH!!! Kinda expected it though given the quality of his work. This also includes full media blast & epoxy primer though as well as materials & labor. Really can't put all this into the project & then "skimp out" on this phase of it I suppose... Needless to say my July dreams of completion are vanishing into thin air! Most likely I'll fly out there while I am home to see it & it'll probably still be at his shop.

04-22-2011, 11:38 PM	#245
BIG V Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Northern California Posts: 411	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build what kevin is working there? __________________ 1991 Chevy suburban 3/4 ton 4x 4:56 and pulls great 1979 Chevy 1/2 ton long bed diesel 1974 Chevy crew cab short bed 3/4 ton 4x4 project 1991 Chevy suburban 2wd 1984 Chevy suburban 3/4 ton 4x 6.5 detroit with turbo 1961 Chevy pickup 1/2 ton 2wd 1975 gmc crew cab short bed 2wd

04-22-2011, 11:46 PM	#246
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build It's spelled Keven & he's the main fabricator/welder there at WFO. Does AWESOME work too!

04-23-2011, 01:16 AM	#247
MTCK Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Fairbanks, AK Posts: 1,830	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build Yeah a CC LB is a lot of square footage of body work, but still, holy crap... I'd be scared to drive it at that point. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ -Marcus 1991 V3500 L29 454 4L80E NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's 1984 K30 292 TH400 NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's flat bed 7'6" Meyer Plow 2022 Silverado 3500 L8T Project Daily Driver Project Heavy Hauler Project Plow Truck

04-23-2011, 03:23 AM	#248
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build Eh, can't be scared to drive it or else what's the point of building it... That said I will definitely be very careful where I park it & all. It's not gonna be some "show" paint job with lots of graphics - actually a pretty straight forward look. It's like you said though - it's a LOT of body to prep & get straightened out before shooting. Last edited by my4by2; 04-23-2011 at 03:27 AM. Reason: missed wording

04-23-2011, 06:35 PM	#249
y5mgisi Second Chance Program Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 2,642	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build Dang! Mind me asking what you do for a living?

04-23-2011, 07:58 PM	#250
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: 1977 Chevy K30 Crew Cab Build By trade I am a diesel mechanic, but I have been working as a contractor overseas for a few years now.

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