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83C · 10-10-2003, 10:40 PM

I thought I would show you guys some pictures of my current project that I have on my website. I am currently finishing up the frame and painting all the front end pieces. Let me know what you think!!

http://members.cardomain.com/letheridge

**N2TRUX** · 10-10-2003, 10:46 PM

So far she looks good. Give us the details...

83C · 10-12-2003, 09:34 AM

As you can tell I am doing a complete restro. I am currently working on my front end and I am almost ready to put in the new bushings and get that all together and then my 3/4 drop will be complete. The next thing will be to intstall a new 350 engine and 700r4 tran. The body is all done except the doors. I have shaved everything possible except for the taillights. Bed pockets, gas tank door, drip rails, door handles, front marker lights all gone. That is it for now.

**N2TRUX** · 10-12-2003, 09:53 AM

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Originally posted by 83C
...... I have shaved everything possible except for the taillights. Bed pockets, gas tank door, drip rails, door handles, front marker lights all gone. That is it for now.

That sounds like a pretty long list of mods to me. It's going to be nice and smooth in the end.
What's you plan for colors? What wheels?

83C · 10-12-2003, 11:14 AM

The stock color is carmine red. I am for sure going to paint it red but I might go with something a little brighter than stock. I want to drive it first in the black primer and red rally wheels. I like that on the street rods so I thought I would drive it like that until I have the money to get it painted. I am not for sure about wheels. I like the american racing hopster. The largest you can get is 17's. I am thinking that would give it a good stance with the drop that I am doing. I didn't mention anything about the interior because I don't have any good ideas yet and it will be a while before I am going to do that. What did you do to your interior? By the way I really like your truck. I wish I had the money to go with the bags. Maybe some day.

**N2TRUX** · 10-12-2003, 11:56 AM

Yeah, I saw the carmine red in your pics. It's a nice red, but not the brightest. One of the most common reds used today is a Viper red. It's a really bright red that looks good on just about anything.

The Hopster is a good looking wheel. It hasn't been played as hard as the Torque Thrust. You may want to consider something in a 20 though. The wheels aren't that much more, and Goodyear makes a very reasonable 20" tire that will fill your fenders up nice. Yeah, it will kill the budget a bit more, but you will probably be glad you did it in the long run. In the meantime red ralley's and chrome rings will look cool against the black primer.

The interior on my 77 is stock. It was restored to original, and the only thing I changed was the steering wheel. I happen to have a Vin-Tec wheel on my Blazer, so I swapped it out.

Thanks for the compliment. Stay focused with your plan, and it will come together...

bigblock73 · 10-12-2003, 12:00 PM

Looks damn good so far!

I too like the street rod type look. On my 77 Blazer, I am going to get some Corvette style rally wheels, powdercoat them red, police car type hubcaps, and narrow trim rings...all on big n littles.

For your interior, I would run a stock bench seat...at least until you put the larger diameter wheels on and paint...but for your black primer look, I would keep it retro so it all matches.

Keep us posted!

-Jeff

83C · 10-12-2003, 03:36 PM

N2TRUX-I would like to have 20's but I don't know if I am going to be sitting low enough to have it look right. I also can't find many different styles of big wheels. What brands should I look at?

bigblock73-I have seen your pics of the blazer and that was a really nice find. I think the red wheels will look awesome.

Well I am going to do some sanding!!

r0lf- · 10-12-2003, 05:24 PM

I am planning on some 18/20" Hopsters, you only have to have them custom made by American Racing. Its not too much more. The tires are the only thing that will go up in price.

It will lay out with that setup if you throw a bigass notch in back.

And, trust us on this, you are gonna want ATLEAST a 4/6 setup. Then you'll want to bag.

kballan · 10-12-2003, 06:20 PM

Lookin' great so far! Be sure to keep us posted! Man I love progress pics!

Ric83 · 10-12-2003, 08:06 PM

Definatly looking good! Keep us posted to the progress.

CRRoy71 · 10-12-2003, 09:30 PM

Lookin' sharp there!

8t5Silverado · 02-10-2004, 03:02 AM

83C,

Got any new pics?

Blue Beard · 02-10-2004, 10:12 AM

Looks good, what are your plans for it to look like when done........?

Low87 · 02-10-2004, 03:50 PM

Looking nice!

Blue82Chev · 02-10-2004, 05:37 PM

Truck looks great!!

LOHRTBT · 02-10-2004, 05:40 PM

Very cool....Keep us updated!

Grim Reaper · 02-10-2004, 07:13 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by 83C
The stock color is carmine red. I am for sure going to paint it red but I might go with something a little brighter than stock. I want to drive it first in the black primer and red rally wheels. I like that on the street rods so I thought I would drive it like that until I have the money to get it painted. I am not for sure about wheels. I like the american racing hopster. The largest you can get is 17's. I am thinking that would give it a good stance with the drop that I am doing. I didn't mention anything about the interior because I don't have any good ideas yet and it will be a while before I am going to do that. What did you do to your interior? By the way I really like your truck. I wish I had the money to go with the bags. Maybe some day.

That black primer is called "Rat Rod". There was a big post in the 67-72 secton about the style and several other posts. Some really slick looking trucks were posted.

I have thought about doing that to a Burb (not my 88) but not sure if the red will hit the wheels. May go with a black tint powdercoat look on a set of Outlaws (not II).

10-10-2003, 10:40 PM	#1
83C Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Il Posts: 90	Pics of my project!! I thought I would show you guys some pictures of my current project that I have on my website. I am currently finishing up the frame and painting all the front end pieces. Let me know what you think!! http://members.cardomain.com/letheridge __________________ 83 Chevy SWB http://www.cardomain.com/id/letheridge

10-10-2003, 10:46 PM	#2
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	So far she looks good. Give us the details... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

10-12-2003, 09:34 AM	#3
83C Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Il Posts: 90	As you can tell I am doing a complete restro. I am currently working on my front end and I am almost ready to put in the new bushings and get that all together and then my 3/4 drop will be complete. The next thing will be to intstall a new 350 engine and 700r4 tran. The body is all done except the doors. I have shaved everything possible except for the taillights. Bed pockets, gas tank door, drip rails, door handles, front marker lights all gone. That is it for now. __________________ 83 Chevy SWB http://www.cardomain.com/id/letheridge

10-12-2003, 11:14 AM	#5
83C Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Il Posts: 90	The stock color is carmine red. I am for sure going to paint it red but I might go with something a little brighter than stock. I want to drive it first in the black primer and red rally wheels. I like that on the street rods so I thought I would drive it like that until I have the money to get it painted. I am not for sure about wheels. I like the american racing hopster. The largest you can get is 17's. I am thinking that would give it a good stance with the drop that I am doing. I didn't mention anything about the interior because I don't have any good ideas yet and it will be a while before I am going to do that. What did you do to your interior? By the way I really like your truck. I wish I had the money to go with the bags. Maybe some day. __________________ 83 Chevy SWB http://www.cardomain.com/id/letheridge

10-12-2003, 03:36 PM	#8
83C Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Il Posts: 90	N2TRUX-I would like to have 20's but I don't know if I am going to be sitting low enough to have it look right. I also can't find many different styles of big wheels. What brands should I look at? bigblock73-I have seen your pics of the blazer and that was a really nice find. I think the red wheels will look awesome. Well I am going to do some sanding!! __________________ 83 Chevy SWB http://www.cardomain.com/id/letheridge

10-12-2003, 11:56 AM	#6
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Yeah, I saw the carmine red in your pics. It's a nice red, but not the brightest. One of the most common reds used today is a Viper red. It's a really bright red that looks good on just about anything. The Hopster is a good looking wheel. It hasn't been played as hard as the Torque Thrust. You may want to consider something in a 20 though. The wheels aren't that much more, and Goodyear makes a very reasonable 20" tire that will fill your fenders up nice. Yeah, it will kill the budget a bit more, but you will probably be glad you did it in the long run. In the meantime red ralley's and chrome rings will look cool against the black primer. The interior on my 77 is stock. It was restored to original, and the only thing I changed was the steering wheel. I happen to have a Vin-Tec wheel on my Blazer, so I swapped it out. Thanks for the compliment. Stay focused with your plan, and it will come together...

10-12-2003, 12:00 PM	#7
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	Looks damn good so far! I too like the street rod type look. On my 77 Blazer, I am going to get some Corvette style rally wheels, powdercoat them red, police car type hubcaps, and narrow trim rings...all on big n littles. For your interior, I would run a stock bench seat...at least until you put the larger diameter wheels on and paint...but for your black primer look, I would keep it retro so it all matches. Keep us posted! -Jeff

10-12-2003, 05:24 PM	#9
r0lf- Hotwheels? Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Pleasant Hill, CA Posts: 1,145	I am planning on some 18/20" Hopsters, you only have to have them custom made by American Racing. Its not too much more. The tires are the only thing that will go up in price. It will lay out with that setup if you throw a bigass notch in back. And, trust us on this, you are gonna want ATLEAST a 4/6 setup. Then you'll want to bag. __________________ 1978 Money Pit - CUSTOM DELUXE!!!!

10-12-2003, 06:20 PM	#10
kballan Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Fort Frances, Ontario, Canada Posts: 373	Lookin' great so far! Be sure to keep us posted! Man I love progress pics! __________________ Kent Ballan ANY MAN CAN BUILD A TRUCK, BUT IT TAKES A REAL MAN TO CUT ONE UP!

10-12-2003, 08:06 PM	#11
Ric83 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 824	Definatly looking good! Keep us posted to the progress. __________________ Ric '83 Silverado SWB Fleetside Here she is

10-12-2003, 09:30 PM	#12
CRRoy71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Mont Belvieu, TX Posts: 852	Lookin' sharp there! __________________ Chris '92 ext. cab s/b 4.3L "Sparky" '04 crew cab 2500 4x4 6.0L

02-10-2004, 03:02 AM	#13
8t5Silverado Mudslides 'r my specialty Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: STL Posts: 1,106	83C, Got any new pics? __________________ Always on the lookout for old cars and parts...(20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, etc.) http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/500339

02-10-2004, 10:12 AM	#14
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,831	Looks good, what are your plans for it to look like when done........? __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

02-10-2004, 03:50 PM	#15
Low87 been here longer than Liz Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 2,437	Looking nice! __________________ ~Greg~ Mac's Garage '87 SWB 6/8 drop "Piso" '08 CCSB Silverado DD the departed '89 GMC K5 Jimmy 4x4 "Rusty Nuts" '77 Chevy K5 Blazer 2wd '83 Chevy stepside "You get what you pay for" - Mike 'swervin ervin' Ervin

02-10-2004, 05:37 PM	#16
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02-10-2004, 05:40 PM	#17
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