M4wd&Fabrications
Projects place => Projects Section => Topic started by: gif on June 10, 2018, 08:39:44 PM
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New project
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picked up a pair of 6.0's and a 4l80e complete with all the harness and pcm
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Awesome...
I have access to an original if you need to go over anything...
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looks like a good parts pile for a great project!
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no cheating where is the progress pics !
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down to the frame
everything is in great shape.
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Im in no hurry, so this will be a slow build to keep me busy this winter.
Dents pounded out of hood, grill and front fender.
Starting a full custom chassis/suspension parts list.
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this will be a slow build
Oh come on!
(we're totally spoiled by sMike's speed of doing truck jobs)
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You definitely mean smike. My pace is procrastination followed by last minute panic.
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gif does awesome work. cant wait to see the chassis direction it goes!
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60" wide rear axle acquired. 10 Bolt w/3.08 gears from a 1967 Camaro. $60
Was part of a back half frame chop.
Removed all the old mounts and drum brake hardware. Ready for final grinding and clean up.
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New wheels and tires 18X8 245/40 front & 20X10 275/40 rear
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those wheels look good!
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Concept Pic:
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That looks 3-4" too low to be static?
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why?
That looks 3-4" too low to be static?
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could be perspective or what wheel offset does to geometry but I was thinking it lacks clearance for front steering angle?
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you do realize the wheels are just sitting there.?. This is a Concept Pic used for visual aesthetics.
I'm a ways off from suspension design...
could be perspective or what wheel offset does to geometry but I was thinking it lacks clearance for front steering angle?
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Keeping the UPS guys busy. Parts are piling up.
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That looks 3-4" too low to be static?
For reference the following truck is at 5.5" rockers off the ground at ride height.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGFSh7Vq7QA
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v belts and low riders really dont tickle me. i like a good farm truck stance ready for work. nice looking shell. crocked wipers would drive me nuts.
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I dig it.
The old truck I picked up sits pretty low as well, and I haven't had any issues so far with it.. (other than the wife hitting her door on the curb......twice.......)
Here's a couple of pics.
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v belts and low riders really dont tickle me. i like a good farm truck stance ready for work. nice looking shell. crocked wipers would drive me nuts.
im on the other end of the spectrum. I like the hammered stance. I dont care for the flat bed look.
to each his own.
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that looks like a fun ride
I dig it.
The old truck I picked up sits pretty low as well, and I haven't had any issues so far with it.. (other than the wife hitting her door on the curb......twice.......)
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Thanks.. It could use a little less gear. probably address that over the winter they make a 3.23 gear set now for the old banjo rear axle which should get me to 65 ish MPH which should be plenty.
I've got over 700 miles on it since August when I brought it home.
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kicked off the build this weekend.
stared by repurposing the buggy frame jig, the adjustable feet allows me to level the frame
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the factory cab mounts on the original frame were in great shape, so i ground off the rivet heads and air hammered them out.
got them positioned and tacked into place on the new frame
next made up some rubber pucks and got the cab in place.
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the front suspension will be a Mustang II IFS type with Airbags. this should give the truck good car like handling and the Airbags will allow for adjustable ride height.
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LOTS of math and measurement to get to this point. check and recheck and and then check again.
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did you built that sub frame or?
this is the kinda build i always thought about for the Jeepster I have... I just don't like math and checking math
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front crossmember is part of a DIY kit kits come in different track widths, the rest is installer preference
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looks like fun, can't wait to see the finished truck
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Brakes.
needed to run longer studs to accommodate the newer wheels. drilled for 7/16-20 Serrated Wheel Stud - .487 In. Knurl, 2-1/8 In. Length
i went for a .015 press fit
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got the brake hardware installed and then worked on getting the power rack and pinion installed.
because of the ultra low "parked" stance i needed to notch the frame rails where the steering rods pass under.
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Next started in on the bed.
over all the bed is in great shape, not one spot of rot!
pulled out the factory wood floor bed to start mock up of the rear axle placement, 4 link, air bags, shocks and frame mods.
this area will also need to accommodate fuel tank (factory unit was behind seat) air tank, air compressor(s), air management system and exhaust.
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got the C notch in the frame to clear the axle
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parts for the 4 link ordered
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Front air bags installed.
I didn't like the placement of the air bag with the provided brackets, so I made my own.
Had to cut out the upper hats to make room for the brackets i made.
This keeps the bags away from anything that might rub.
Air bags have internal bump stops, but i think i might add some external hard stop bump stops just for an extra added safety factor.
At full deflation everything still sits 1" off the ground.
Spent some time sifting through the Monroe shock catalog to find shocks that meet my requirements. In order of relevance, mounting style/stroke/size/cost. Shocks ordered.
Pics are at normal ride height.
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Rolling chassis status.
Rear 4 link and air bags in :o
calculating and getting the numbers right on this one was a nightmare. needed to be extra picky to make sure the pinion stays within 3 degs throughout the suspension travel and that the forward/aft movement of the axle is in the half travel range as well.
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Nice. I bet that was quite the trig puzzle
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Front shocks in. Rear shocks sized and ordered.
Time for engine/tranny.
Pulled the 4l80E off the 2000 lq4(iron heads) and put it on the 2002 lq4 (aluminum heads)
I have ECMs for both.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/automatic-transmission/1777893-all-about-flexplates-converters-transmissions-spacers.html
So how much crap can I delete/strip off the engine?
Any good links I should read?
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So how much crap can I delete/strip off the engine?
Not much. Just the evap solenoid if I remember correctly. EGR if there is one.
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www.lt1swap.com has everything.
leave everything on the motor. delete EGR yes. if you need a stock manifold that doesnt have EGR im sure i have a few.
leave entire engine and PCM harness / trans harness. Rear o2s are not used.
the important connector is the black C2 connector. pinks to ignition on, 2 reds or 2 oranges to keep alive power, big purple will kick the starter. that simple.
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I guess I need an exhaust manifold set. I noticed both are cracked.
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looks like LS headers Finally came down to gen1 header prices. they were ridiculous prices for a while with nothing around cheap.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Racing-Block-Hugger-Stainless-Steel-Exhaust-Headers-For-Chevy-LS1-LS6-Shorty-/172671274038
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This is a great alternative if you’re tight on space
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Hooker-Headers-8501-LS-Swap-Tight-Fit-Cast-Iron-Exhaust-Manifolds-Raw-Finish/382347072029?epid=168900963&hash=item5905a9521d:g:7s0AAOSwObhaXPgP
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looks like LS headers Finally came down to gen1 header prices. they were ridiculous prices for a while with nothing around cheap.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Racing-Block-Hugger-Stainless-Steel-Exhaust-Headers-For-Chevy-LS1-LS6-Shorty-/172671274038
wow thats cheap
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Engine and tranny mounts in.
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progress has slowed on this project.
I tore my knee up this fall.
Started with a Downhill MTB crash and then trying to ski on it at first snow this ski season.
MCL and Meniscus tear on my right knee. Surgery required. fuck.
You dont even realize how much time you spend on a knee or crouching and standing when working in the shop.
Working on the tranny tunnel now. Needed to bring the tranny up into the cab area and clear tunnel space for the rear driveshaft when the truck is aired out and in the parked position.
slow going, but feels weird if im not in the shop this time of year...
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Injuries suck. Take it easy but do what you need to keep sane.
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i should talk to you. they told me i had an MCL sprain. its still messed up and hurts for days after i carry stuff up stairs. other wise tolerable.
I think my my pain tolerance is just way more from normal back issues.
bah!
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31 gal fuel tank
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Tranny tunnel
top will be removable access panel
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As my knee starts to feel better I have gotten back into the shop.
Started working on raising the bed floor to clear notch and tanks.
Found a set of stainless block hugger exhaust manifolds that only took a little bit of mods to clear the pass side motor mount.
Also built a custom brake pedal set up with a 8" dual diaphram booster and 1- 1/8" master.
Got a bench seat mounted. Fits perfect.
Steering linkage is also done.
Air tank and dual compressors in too.
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Obviously, you plan to drive this thing when the weather breaks...
Nice work!
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truck looks great
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Obviously, you plan to drive this thing when the weather breaks...
Nice work!
maybe by fall. when the weather breaks the roadster is just too fun!
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Looking GREAT
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steering column complete.
stainless manifold fits perfect and clears the steering linkage
now that i know what space is available i can add bracing to the motor mounts
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bed floor is raised up to clear the frame notch and tanks. just need some rough cut planks
rear inner fenders are complete
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erik had a truck load of planks he sent me earlier in this week something from his land lord that was re decking a trailer. cheap to free not sure if they are available still might be worth a txt to him
this time of year will be hard to get a small mill to cut logs
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Keith might have something down that could be milled on his mill, too.
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Core support mounts fabricated. Inner fenders trimmed to clear new suspension.
Radiator and fan next.
Will soon be time to pull engine and tranny and get them cleaned up, start bolting on new parts.
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/3Row-Aluminium-Radiator-Fits-55-56-57-58-59-Chevy-GMC-Apache-Truck-Pickup-L6-V8/283439299923?hash=item41fe4c7d53:g:naAAAOSwSk5clwU0
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saw that, this too.
just not sure if the water inlet is going to interfere with the air intake.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/ASI-3-ROW-Radiator-Shroud-Fan-For-1955-1959-Chevy-TRUCK-PICKUPS-3100-Apache-GMC/332928158525?hash=item4d84108b3d:g:V20AAOSwtilb4mF5
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looks like you have a ton of room. i use the black sewer rubber elbows that depot/lowes carries, 9$ with two clamps between TB and MAF, then another 90 or coupling to air filter (vans have round filters)
ls is 1.5 on bottom and 1.25 on top. Dayco flex hoses from summit (9-15$ each) are now cloth wrapped and look super awesome in an old truck install.
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FYI htr hose outlets are correct hole size to tap for 3/8" and 1/2" NPT after pulling out the barbs if you want to delete or run a temp probe or switch to AN / whatever
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john in shortsville can burn any PCM for free to him now if you dont care about the VIN in the PCM. i bring him a 12pack and he did 4 for me last time.
i can show you in 10 min how to mod stock harness if you dont want to make a carrier out of understanding GM harness also.
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he full unlocked now, not just 1999? NICE.
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ya someone made an android app that hacks in and allows him to change the VIN on ANY PCM, and use his 99 batch license.
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awesome
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oh wow
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Radiator finally arrived.
Had to rework the aluminum mounting bracket to suck the radiator up tight to the core support.
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Was there a clearance issue?
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yes,
fan and shroud into the engine.
also moved the engine and tranny back 3/4"
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the truck im doing now, is the first one i had to raise the radiator 2" to clear steering box, and put the fan in front of the radiator.
also FYI if you dont like that oil fill cap extension, the cap also directly works on the valve cover once the extension is removed.
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good to know..
the truck im doing now, is the first one i had to raise the radiator 2" to clear steering box, and put the fan in front of the radiator.
also FYI if you dont like that oil fill cap extension, the cap also directly works on the valve cover once the extension is removed.
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this thing looks way cooler in person! love it!
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started burning steel tonight. 3 hours in so far
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thats purdy
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Engine clean up complete. 3 cans of degreaser and 2 hours of pressure washer. New intake and oil pan gaskets. waiting on new hardware for flexplate and torque converter final assembly.
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Engine and tranny bolted back together and back in the frame. Started on the plumbing. Fuel lines, brake lines.
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you have to use a special tool to flare your fuel lines or just a standard double flare tool?
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you have to use a special tool to flare your fuel lines or just a standard double flare tool?
standard tool. however i only use nicopp line now.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9V9Jg1BORlk
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Gif, we need an update!!!
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I last touched this thing in June. left off with the plumbing mocked up.
Waiting for after the holidays to dig back into this.
Next steps are the E brake and column shift.
Followed by engine/PCM and electrical.
I plan to have it on the road this summer...
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I got a chance to get some work in on this.
E brake setup done. Column shifter fab done.
Started weeding out the PCM harness. Got all connections labeled. All non needed wires depinned and pulled. Started to draw up a schematic.
Bed wiring harness fabbed up.
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Started on exhaust. Just waiting on some mounting hardware and then final welding.
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Exhaust complete.
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I like this project better than mine :)
Looks excellent
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Forgive me if I am out of line asking this as I'm not an engineer. Do you have any concerns if the red circled part will get bent upward if you hit a bad bump or via fatigue over time?
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The material in question is 1.5" wide X 3.125" long X .25" thick.
It is welded to a 1.25" od X .188 wall vertical post. The shock mounting stud hole is 1" from the vertical post. A shock is non load bearing and should never reach the internal bump stops.
Think of it this way. Put a piece of the same size in a vice with 1.25" exposed, then try to bend it hitting it with a rubber mallet.
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Good explanation, thanks.
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PCM / engine / transmission harness complete. Power distribution located in/under glove box includes 100a circuit breaker / 200a ignition isolation relay / battery fuse block / ignition fuse block / relay bank / OBD2 port.
All bed wiring complete. Tail lights(parking/stop/turn) / rev lights / fuel pump / tank level sending unit.
Next for wiring is turn signal switch / brake switch / headlight switch & foot hi/lo switch.
List of fluids needed: Oil, tranny, coolant, power steering, brake
Needs a battery and fab a battery mount.
I need to get the PCM flashed too....
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Battery tray / mount complete.
PCM sent out for flashing.
Front fenders/grill/core support and radiator installed.
Front bumper and supports installed.
Final front clip wiring started. Headlights, front marker/turn signals. Horn, cooling fan.
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All wiring complete. New plug wires and heat shield boots installed, (required when using headers). Electric wiper conversion complete. Dash back together.
New hood springs installed. need to repair hood latch mechanism. bent and missing latch springs...
Waiting for PCM to come back.
Next on the list is: install coolant expansion tank, fab air intake.
Engine should be ready to fire.
Started on Air Ride plumbing.
Every time i scratch something off the list, i think of ten other things i need to do..
But going to keep pushing hard to get this done for spring/summer debug.
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that looks awesome....
the patina on that truck could possibly be perfect...
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Looking good! 8)
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It looks really good man!
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Its alive! :)
PCM installed. Air intake installed.
I wanted to hear it run, so i jumped the gun and added coolant and fired the engine.
Started up so fast it scared me. Engine sounds tight. Runs clean.
Have a real bad fuel leak on the drivers fuel rail somewhere i need to address. Couldnt get the the coolant to circulate. Must have trapped air somewhere.
Sucks to have the shop doors open whens its -1 out...
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fuel rail- if you need any of those orings let me know
coolant- there is a steam port on the driver side head that probably went through the TB and then to the rad. put a bolt in a short section of hose so you can bleed the head here. usually you just have to do this at start up with new coolant. some guys plumb this to the suction side of the water pump housing.
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fuel rail leaks chased down.
Coolant loop was fighting me. Ended up drilling out the weep hole in the thermostat to .25". This allows the coolant pump to move enough coolant to purge the air in the high spots without waiting for the thermostat to open
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PCM and Relays located in glovebox.
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Random Dash pic.
Took some work to retain the factory column shifter.
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Air suspension tank installed and plumbing started.
Air management system still undecided. more research required, but i do have one bookmarked for purchase...
Also started configuring an old android tablet to be used as an instrument display. (factory cluster is non functional)
This will include rooting the tablet to gain access to the files that need to be changed so the the tablet will auto boot when the charger cable is powered (key on). Then a taskmanager can run a macro app to start a OBDII display app. And when the charger cable is powered off (key off) the macro app will stop the display app and power off the tablet.
The end result will be a display that turns on and off with the truck.
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This will include rooting the tablet to gain access to the files that need to be changed so the the tablet will auto boot when the charger cable is powered (key on). Then a taskmanager can run a macro app to start a OBDII display app. And when the charger cable is powered off (key off) the macro app will stop the display app and power off the tablet.
The end result will be a display that turns on and off with the truck.
I'm interested in this if you're willing to share...
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once i get it debugged and up and running..
I switched focus because i think i just found a way to do my own flashing of LS PCM's for FREE.
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nice! i have a few that can be done :)
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Me too
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Me three!
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if i get this PCM thing working I would like to pull files from different PCM's to build a library of "tuned" and "stock" files.
im going try it on my Apache first as I just had it sent out for a tune.
I should be able to clone the tune into another PCM...
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hood latch repaired and working. drivers door hung, window crank and door latch working. pass door needs new lower hinge (ordered), window crank and door latch working.
Shopping for windshield.
Air management system ordered.
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got wood for the bed.
rough cut cedar from telephone poles.
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cool!
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I'm impressed how straight you got the hood to be. I looked at the original pic on page 1 and man, the hood was in rough shape! Same goes for the grille.
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i went back through and re-linked all the pics. fuck photobucket. again.
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I appreciate the effort I know that takes!
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I appreciate the effort I know that takes!
coming up on 2 years of pics for this build.
i hope to have it on the road this summer !
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I'm impressed how straight you got the hood to be. I looked at the original pic on page 1 and man, the hood was in rough shape! Same goes for the grille.
thanks. hammer + ear muffs
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air management system showed up. :)
is it weird that this is the part that has me the most excited?... :o
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vxqneUDvhxA&feature=youtu.be
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QB1owHliEI
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its a little weird i think ;D
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I'm pretty impressed with that system, def high-tech!
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Not weird at all.
Might swap the Allroad over to third party management or at least a better pump someday if it’s a long-termer.
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Air ride system installed:
Works perfect.
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Engine bay complete.
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car show season coming!
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Nice
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saw this- not sure if any good parts needed from it- i think you had some window channel damage
https://rochester.craigslist.org/pts/d/fancher-1959-chevy-apache-pickup-truck/7070138852.html
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Yes, I had to repair a section of the pinch weld area that the windshield gasket goes on. I used brand new steel.
Just need to order some glass.
saw this- not sure if any good parts needed from it- i think you had some window channel damage
https://rochester.craigslist.org/pts/d/fancher-1959-chevy-apache-pickup-truck/7070138852.html
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working on the bed floor now
see if my design works...
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bed floor done.
Cedar wood from telephone poles.
I cut them to exact factory pattern.
6 top side bolts and the whole thing comes out as one piece for easy service of items under side.
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Nice!
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this thing is awesome!
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The short list:
Windshield
Driveshaft
Bleed brakes
Test drive.
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First sunlight in almost 2 years.
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nice! i almost pulled mine out today for a spin!
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Really nice man!
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk
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That thing looks great.
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wow! Any interior pics?
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nice!
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First successful PCM flash today. VATS delete on a spare 2002 PCM. 8)
Tested on Apache.
once i get it debugged and up and running..
I switched focus because i think i just found a way to do my own flashing of LS PCM's for FREE.
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I like the way this worked so im going to build a project box to package a flashing tool.
First successful PCM flash today. VATS delete on a spare 2002 PCM. 8)
Tested on Apache.
once i get it debugged and up and running..
I switched focus because i think i just found a way to do my own flashing of LS PCM's for FREE.
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Windshield installed. not fun.
Jute padding and carpet ordered. Figured I should do it now or i never will...
Driveshaft order next.
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learning old school glass install is always fun experience
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PCM flashing tool build complete. Works mint.
Setup for 99-02 PCM's (Red/Blue connectors).
I like the way this worked so im going to build a project box to package a flashing tool.
First successful PCM flash today. VATS delete on a spare 2002 PCM. 8)
Tested on Apache.
once i get it debugged and up and running..
I switched focus because i think i just found a way to do my own flashing of LS PCM's for FREE.
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Any chance of doing green/blue DBW ECMs?
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success on vats / rear o2 turn off, and all monitors set to pass?
or just vats?
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yes, if i had green/blue connector to make a flash harness.
Any chance of doing green/blue DBW ECMs?
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I just did VATS to start because that's easy to verify if it worked (stays running).
But, yes I can turn off other(s).
success on vats / rear o2 turn off, and all monitors set to pass?
or just vats?
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carpet padding and carpet installed.
Final install of bench seat.
Tablet display mounted and configured.
Stealth stereo system installed.
Driveshaft ordered.
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driveshaft done.
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Truck done!
Driveshaft in. Fluid check. Nut bolt check. Test drive was good. Ready for plates.
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Sweet!
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So good
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well f$%k
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I read yesterday that some counties are doing mail in. I don’t think it matters what county you go to, so you may be able to take care of it in another county that’s doing mail-in
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Yeah I just did mail in last week for Sara's new car. Put in mail to Monroe County Saturday got call to confirm something on Tues had plates back in mail Saturday.
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yes, if i had green/blue connector to make a flash harness.
Any chance of doing green/blue DBW ECMs?
i missed this.
i think all the communication is only done though the blue connector, thats how John does mine
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i have one to try if you want :)
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Looking awesome gif! Any interior pics?
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i love the color...
thats a great truck
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I think I'll need something like that for a commuter if it can be made quiet and to get 18-22. Seems doable.
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that looks awesome and fun!
jealous..
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where did you find instructions to submit your paper work?
Yeah I just did mail in last week for Sara's new car. Put in mail to Monroe County Saturday got call to confirm something on Tues had plates back in mail Saturday.
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ill stop over sometime.
i have one to try if you want :)
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where did you find instructions to submit your paper work?
Yeah I just did mail in last week for Sara's new car. Put in mail to Monroe County Saturday got call to confirm something on Tues had plates back in mail Saturday.
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This link should download the needed info https://www2.monroecounty.gov/files/clerk/MCDMV-Emergency-Ops-Register-Vehicle-Transfer-Plates-By-Mail.pdf
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https://www.livingstoncounty.us/DocumentCenter/View/10758/Livingston-County-DMV-Register-Vehicle-Transfer-Plates-By-Mail-Emergency-Procedure?bidId=
Thanks!
where did you find instructions to submit your paper work?
Yeah I just did mail in last week for Sara's new car. Put in mail to Monroe County Saturday got call to confirm something on Tues had plates back in mail Saturday.
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This link should download the needed info https://www2.monroecounty.gov/files/clerk/MCDMV-Emergency-Ops-Register-Vehicle-Transfer-Plates-By-Mail.pdf
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paper work submitted
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Looking awesome gif! Any interior pics?
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Thanks! That's an interesting tablet cluster in the middle.
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The displays (air ride controller / Samsung tablet running Torque app as my dash display) are mounted with earth magnets to a steel backer that is mounted with a friction hinge so i can flip it up out of view.
Or flip it down at any viewing angle.
Also have a complete stealth stereo system including forward facing Pioneer 6X9's under the seat, shallow Pioneer 12" sub, old school 2003 Kicker KX550.3 3 channel amp. Using my cell phone as the music source with a stealth remote volume knob and remote sub level control knob on the dash so i dont have to fuss with the phone while im driving.
(https://i.imgur.com/68NFy5C.jpg?1)
Thanks! That's an interesting tablet cluster in the middle.
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Very cool on both !!
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Rejected. Seller crossed something out (date i think).
paper work submitted
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Humbug! Hope that doesn’t cause extra trouble than it otherwise would have
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bummer. doing it from scratch in NY is almost as easy pre 1972.
ill PM my process
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Paper work resubmitted.
The DMV clerk sent a note back with exactly what I had to do to get around the "Altered proof of ownership"
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Success. Plates came today.
Note: Acceptance of this form as proof of ownership is at the discretion of the DMV. If it is acceptable for registration purposes, you will be allowed to register the vehicle, boat, snowmobile or ATV, and DMV will issue a non-transferable registration document to you. Title Bureau staff will make the final determination as to whether or not proof of ownership will be accepted, and whether or not DMV will issue a transferable registration to you.
Now just need more nice weather for a proper shake down run.
Paper work resubmitted.
The DMV clerk sent a note back with exactly what I had to do to get around the "Altered proof of ownership"
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nice. ya all of mine have had to go though Albany to get transferable. i have never had an issue so far in about 5.
sweet!
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That was unbelievably quick
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I know!
USPS tracking says my submitted paper work:
Delivered
April 30, 08:42AM
Geneseo, NY
They must have mailed out the plates Friday.
That was unbelievably quick
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Inspected. 100% road legal.
Couple of things to button up.
1) bump the power steering pressure up. Steering feels under powered when not rolling.
Mustang II power steering racks want to run at 1000 PSI or the steering gets twitchy. However i think because of the heavier truck body i need to
bump it up. Stock GM pumps are rated to 1350 PSI. I have a pressure reducer kit installed, set at 1000 PSI
2) change out valve seal to new "hat" style. Slight smoke out the exhaust after a long idle. Dont ever see it, but you can smell it.
3) fix some of the rattles in the doors. Mostly the windows in the window frame missing the felt liner.
(https://i.imgur.com/SxjZuWm.jpg)
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for felt liner, i literally use felt from the fabric store, rough cut an inch wide strip as long as you need. run a bead of RTV in the channel and use a flat screw driver to glue it in. after its dry, take a wire wheel and trim the excess flush. looks factory mint for pennys.
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i use felt as well. i did the bottom tracks before i put the doors back together after getting the windows cranks and door handles to move. I use 3m super 77 spray glue been using this stuff forever
for felt liner, i literally use felt from the fabric store, rough cut an inch wide strip as long as you need. run a bead of RTV in the channel and use a flat screw driver to glue it in. after its dry, take a wire wheel and trim the excess flush. looks factory mint for pennys.
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sweet maybe ill try spay adhesive next time. i have some i use for other things
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I love this thing!
(https://i.imgur.com/wyrIsG0.png)
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even drove it up the dirt road
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Power steering pressure bumped to 1350 PSI. No issues.
Found an exhaust collector bolt laying on the shop floor. :o All the collector bolts were loose.
Collectors came with 3/8 bolts with flange style nuts. The one place i did not use a top lock style nut....
Replaced with grade 8 bolts, lock washers and top lock nuts.
I use copper collector gaskets so they were fine.
Also noticed a lifter tick that randomly comes and goes.
Running conventional oil in the engine now as I was unsure of the condition and didnt want to waste money on good oil if the engine was junk.
Going to run some Sea Foam and then change out the oil for some Royal Purple Full Synthetic HPS.
I will also change out the valve seals at that time.
Everything thing else is 100%
Its LOUD and low and ride/drives great! love it.
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hows ride quality & handling?
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seating position, cabin space, visibility. all great.
road manners are on par with a car. minimal body roll, smooth over road joints
4 link is spot on. IFS is just about perfect at 100PSI and has no dive with hard braking.
Not going to change a thing!
hows ride quality & handling?
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Can't be beat! And definitely a beauty
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(https://i.imgur.com/zPz6lnK.jpg)
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I find the front plate offensive (not the state, I hate ALL front plates). Hope you didn't mind I did this minor tweak:
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wife says it's too loud ! ::)
On one of the warmer days we went for a longer cruise. With the windows down, load on the engine and between 35-50 MPH the exhaust is real raspy and drones a lot. (to be honest it does sound like a race car) I never really noticed it at first until we were in some traffic and had to follow the speed of traffic up a hill.
so i started looking for a way to tone down the exhaust. the best option i found was to build spiral or auger style inserts that go into the existing exhaust tube.
these are easy to make and can be tuned to your liking. I made a 6 flute 2.5" version. (I can always cut them down if i want more sound)
Best part they are removable with a couple of capture screws.
Wow, what a difference they make. I went for a drive through south bristol hills to put a load on the engine. Very melllow now, but still has the V8 sound.
Should make longer drives a lot more tolerable.
(https://i.imgur.com/AzwWoNi.jpg?1)
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Do they rattle inside the pipe?
Great solution though!
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they are anchored with 1/4-20 screws.
Do they rattle inside the pipe?
Great solution though!
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I decided i missed the rumble of the aggressive exhaust.
I installed a pair of electric cutouts that bypass the second auger mufflers i just installed.
This gives the the best of both worlds with the flip of a switch.
(https://i.imgur.com/DTm6O1r.jpg?1)
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I have been rolling out to a bunch of pop up cruise nights and car shows. Apache gets a lot of attention. I have not seen one other vehicle on air ride, so i guess the amount of questions I get is to be expected. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8hddO7g8lU
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So good.
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The auger thing you made goes after the muffler? im going to try and do something on the two trucks i have- they both have the same problem. fappy rattle under load thats really annoying. sound great at idle / idle rev.
biggest problem ill have, is not much of the exhaust is straight pipe, so i might just cut into the pipe and slip in baffles
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LOVE IT!!
should start a thread of wife concessions to keep, maintain, or acquire car related items
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yes after the muffler.
The auger thing you made goes after the muffler? im going to try and do something on the two trucks i have- they both have the same problem. fappy rattle under load thats really annoying. sound great at idle / idle rev.
biggest problem ill have, is not much of the exhaust is straight pipe, so i might just cut into the pipe and slip in baffles
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(https://i.imgur.com/I0uPyTS.jpg?1)
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too many broken bones making you take up photography?
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very nice!
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I spy with my little eye...
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The Wife in the Roadster right behind me.
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(https://i.imgur.com/9x3k5fy.jpg)