Syborg Twin Turbo - 4.3l v6 TT Mini-Truck

[preston]

WHen you say widen the cab you mean they added weld and or metal to the sides ? Or just lots of bondo ?
I presume they didn't cut it in half and widen it. From the picture it doesn't look like they added a bunch of metal on the sides but maybe they've alread worked it.

[HectorM52]

WHen you say widen the cab you mean they added weld and or metal to the sides ? Or just lots of bondo ?

I presume they didn't cut it in half and widen it. From the picture it doesn't look like they added a bunch of metal on the sides but maybe they've alread worked it.

Did he not post pics of that process? I believe the guys peeled the outer "fenders" away from the center part of the bed. Then welded up the gap.

There's no bondo on this truck unless it's for smoothing... ...it's all metal-work!!

[HectorM52]

Here you go... I knew it was there somewhere.



The side has been pulled out to match the widest part of the cab.
Next, they are going to cut the back of the cab and pull it out to match the side of the bed.
Our goal is to have a perfectly straight line down the side of the truck.

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[syborg tt]

Thanks Hector I love it when people help me. I may send you all my pics so you help me with all of my updates.

ps - similar work was done to the cab.


Here you go... I knew it was there somewhere.

[SixSpeed454SS]

Cool truck - from a former Typhoon owner. I saw something in Hot Rod or Pop Hot Rodding awhile back on this build & just read thru the whole thread. You gotta be real happy that you are in the home stretch, so to speak.

[HectorM52]

Thanks Hector I love it when people help me. I may send you all my pics so you help me with all of my updates.

NO WAY! ;)

It seems you have a thread on MANY forums - way too many for me to keep up with!

[syborg tt]

NO WAY! ;)

It seems you have a thread on MANY forums - way too many for me to keep up with!

lol - yep 9 forums - it's brutal.

I have been asked to post updates on two more. So it looks like i'll be doing that over the weekend

[bbcc]

Dude, so many guys in the s-series world are using this build to shove in the faces of dakota r/t, and ranger guys everywhere. Keep up the awesome work.

bbcc

[WTRacing]

INSANE project and build, going to be amazing when done

:subscribed:

[syborg tt]

This is by far one of the coolest builds on this site, if not the coolest. You're doing something a lot of guys wanted to do with their beater S-series. I can't wait to see it finished and see some numbers from it.

heck i just want to actually drive the truck. I've never even driven it.

[syborg tt]

Hi All,

Kenny is really cranking on the Bodywork.

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Looking down the side of the truck

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You can see that Kenny has fitted the cladding with the fender.
There used to be a 1/2" gap

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Just a quick shot with the Side Cladding on the Truck.

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Hard to tell but it's straight all the way down the side.
The bed is no longer wider then the truck.

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One of the most important things I've noticed this week is the fact that
Kenny may have actually used the Tripod.

[HectorM52]

It looks so different, almost looks like a "normal" S10 right there... ALMOST...

[trapin]

Marty...your thread is by far the best updated one in the Projects section. I haven't replied in awhile because I didn't want to be a post whore but damn is this thing ever going to be sensational when it's finished. I swear the Pro-Touring genre has turned out some of the best damn hot rods ever built in the history of this hobby.

[6'9"Witha69]

One of the most important things I've noticed this week is the fact that Kenny may have actually used the Tripod.That is exactly what was going through my mind.

This thing looks awesome. I can't wait to see it done. Good job to all!

[syborg tt]

Thank you very much I really appreciate comments like this.


Marty...your thread is by far the best updated one in the Projects section. I haven't replied in awhile because I didn't want to be a post whore but damn is this thing ever going to be sensational when it's finished. I swear the Pro-Touring genre has turned out some of the best damn hot rods ever built in the history of this hobby.

[syborg tt]

I know it's shocking but all of the pictures this week are clear

Wiper Cowl has been straightened to match the new Firewall

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Smoothing the Inner Fenders

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Both Sides - have to be perfect

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Teaser Shot of the Air Inlet -Tucked behind hit will be the Belle Intercooler

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[dusterbd13]

wow. thats an insane amount of bodywork on that thing. looking good. cant wait to see it all in primer.

and please, keep the updates coming. I always look forward to them.

Michael

[99 BUCKET]

awsome!! as always

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Just a Quick Update.

I've been looking for a Solution for my Wilwood Brake pedal and I've found it.
The bonus is Shannon even offers a Matching Gas pedal.

Shannon Odom
(( [email protected] ))
www.modoinnovations.com

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Okay so here is what the Pedal looks like direct from Wilwood.


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Here are the pedals that I just received from Shannon.
Top notch piece - I'm really happy with the quality.


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Okay so here is what they are going to look like.
PS - Thanks to the 2 J's for letting me steal this Picture.

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Have a Great Christmas everyone.

[syborg tt]

Okay I forgot to point this out.

Kenny filled the opening in the inner fender.

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This is the finished inner fender

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okay now back to our regulary sceduled posting

[cmraman]

Dude, it's looking good. Your going to have to call me when it's ready for a photoshoot.

[Young Gun]

this is an awsome build...i love it!

[syborg tt]

Dude, it's looking good. Your going to have to call me when it's ready for a photoshoot.

Yeppers - the Truck is going to be in Chicago late January. Thrash is going to be doing the 2nd color with Kenny and he will also be doing the Graphics - should be cool.

shoot me an e-mail [email protected]

[novanutcase]

Speechless.......

John

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Every day it just a little bit closer to paint.

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Them Parts - Them Parts

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Hard to tell from this picture but this is in Intercooler Elbow in the Core Support

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Firewall is all smooth and looking pretty

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[formula98]

Looks great Marty. When is the official paint day? I bet you can't wait!

[Young Gun]

looking awsome!

[syborg tt]

I was asked what it took to build the Sheet metal Dash.

This is going to seem strange but this is how this dash was built.

Step One -- Cut off the firewall.

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Mocked up the new Firewall with the set back cut into it for the engine.

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Finished the Firewall.

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Then we moved inside the truck and finished the back side of the firewall and the tranny tunnel.

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Mocked up the Seats and installed the Door bars.

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Then we mounted the Vintage Air Compact Unit.

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Then mounted the Big Stuff 3 and the Specialties Power Wiper Motor.

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Then Dave Bent up the Main Dash Panel. Things to note is that we took the curve out of the dash and we also raised up the Passenger side of the Dash to be on the same level as the Drivers Side.

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The front of the Dash mounts into the factory mounting holes.

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We then took a Stock Syclone Dash Surround and mocked it up.

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[syborg tt]

Then Dave built the Dash Surround out of sheetmetal.

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Then we Mocked up the Dash for the Autometer Gauges.

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Two Steps were done here. Dave welded a rod to the Dash surround to give it a soft lip. We also mounted the steering collumn in the Dash. We also took the liberty of actually centering the Steering wheel in front of the driver.

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Dave then started making all of the support brackets behind the dash.

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Picture of the Column coming thru the Firewall with the really nice Flaming Rivers Universal Joint.

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Built the support Structure for the dash Bezel.

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One more mock up for the Autometer Guages. You can also see that the bottom of the Dash Surround has been finished.

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[syborg tt]

Here is what the Surround looks like off the truck.

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Okay, this would be the final Dash lay out.

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The next step was to get a hold of Doc at Doc's Kustoms and have him build me a one off Dash Panel. Doc offers a great Kustom service and was super easy to work with.

Doc had one of his guy's draw it up.

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Okay now the fun part - Hop on a plane and fly to Florida to watch the piece get cut.

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Final Piece cut and placed in the Dash Surround.

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Autometer was kind enough to lend us some Guages for Mock Up.

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Here is what it looks like on the truck.

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Back View of the surround so you can see how the panel is mounted.

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Dave then cut the opening in the Dash pad.

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[syborg tt]

Mounted the Surround and sprayed some color on it so you can get an Idea what it looks like.

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Kris from Autometer came out to the shop and brought the gauge that he thought would look good on the truck.

We agree.

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The next step was to place the Radio, Billet Specialties Vents and the Vintage Air Controller.

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Time to mount more stuff behind the dash. We wanted to have the American Auto Wire harness mounted in the stock location for ease of wiring.

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The switches were recessed into the dash to keep it clean.

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The bottom of the dash is mounted to the tabs on the lower part of the "B" pillar.

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Mounting of the MSD box.

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Mounted the billet Defrost vents in the dash.

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Dave finally caps off the sides of the dash.

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[syborg tt]

Marked the location for the radio.

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Picked up the head unit.

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Mounted the Radio and the Vintage Air controller in the dash.

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Instead of having a tacky strap holding the radio, Dave insisted on making a real mount for the radio.

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Finished piece to cap off the bottom of the dash surround

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Yep - your not going to believe it - Back to Florida.

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Okay now to mock up the interior one last time.

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The goal with the dash was to get near the factory center counsule so there wouldn't be a need to intergrate them into each other.

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[syborg tt]

Took the dash over to "Body Language" to get it painted to protect it.

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All that is left is to put in all of these pretty Autometer Gauges.


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Each gauge was choosen and has a specific location based on the sweap and the need to see the guage.

There is still plenty more the plenty more that is going to be done to the dash and I will go back and update this part of the thread.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Heading back to the Spray Booth for one more coat of Primer

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You can almost see it in Color.

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[cmraman]

looking really good marty. MORE PICS PLEASE!!!

[novanutcase]

Looks like them Arkansas boys 'been busy!

John

[syborg tt]

looking really good marty. MORE PICS PLEASE!!!

man that's brutal - I just posted 58 pics.

I promise more pics by the end of the week

[Crafty One]

Marty,
It's taken you along time, and many mind changes to get to this point..... I bet your foaming at the mouth to see this bad boy in paint....

[HectorM52]

Marty,
It's taken you along time, and many mind changes to get to this point..... I bet your foaming at the mouth to see this bad boy in paint....
...as are those of us that have been watching this build since, what, 2003? 2002? It's been a while whatever it was...

[formula98]

Nice progress Marty! The dash section here is great and nice to see what it took to fab. Awsome work Marty.......

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Spent the day over at Rockford Racecraft sorting out ll of the misc stuff on the motor.

Trying to find a gasket for the motor has been fun to say the least.
Guy & Mike are working together to get the correct intake gaskets.

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Cloyes Timing Cover - I just love this piece.

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The last shot of the Jesels before they are hidden forever.

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More misc Parts - Thanks Mike.

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We put the motor all together so we could get a complete list of all of the ARP bolts
that we needed to order for the motor.
Not to worry it's just another call to Totally Stainless.

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[formula98]

Did you find the correct gasket? Looking good!

[J2speedandcustom]

Who needs a gasket that's what FIPG if for...:lol:

[syborg tt]

Who needs a gasket that's what FIPG if for...:lol:

lol - they are for an 18 degree head

those are the big dogs

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon All,

Just as the title says "We've got Wood"!

Kenny sent the Grille & Front Cover off to get digitally Scanned.
What we ended up with are dimensionally correct "Wood Bucks" of all the opening.

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All the parts laid out on the floor.
If you look at the grille piece you can see it has a concave shape

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My Favorite - The Front Cover opening.
Notice how the buck follows the curve of the Front cover.

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This pictures shows the curve of the Wood a little better.
All of the parts were cut on a 4 Axis CNC machine.

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Some Pretty cool work these guy's are doing.
I'm really getting excited to see this thing in color.

[andrewb70]

Marty,

What are the wooden bucks for?

Andrew

P.S. Marty you're a big baller!

[6'9"Witha69]

I assume they are to prevent color getting onto other areas during painting (like on the radiator/intercooler). Am I right?

[dhondagod]

Assuming you cant leave well enough alone and have something ELSE up your sleeve? :hammer:



Come on.... SPILL IT!



Chris

[formula98]

:hand:The truck was too light and going to run too cool so they had to add weight and block all the air inlets! lol. :thankyou: They really have other ideas for the wooden bucks......

[trackrat79]

Could he be making is own grill screens and wanted bucks to mold them off of. I have been watching this build periodicaly and may have missed if he is using billit inserts.

[syborg tt]

Could he be making is own grill screens and wanted bucks to mold them off of. I have been watching this build periodicaly and may have missed if he is using billit inserts.

Yeppers they are for making the grille screens

[trackrat79]

Yeah I was right. Want to do a similar thing, but going to have to make the bucks myself, sending my parts out for scanning is not an option for me.

[67SSDan]

Sheesh dude, you're going off on that thing! Keep it up.

What color are you going with?

Dan

[syborg tt]

Sheesh dude, you're going off on that thing! Keep it up.

What color are you going with?

Dan

The bottom of the truck is going to be a Smoke Silver. The top color has yet to be decided. Bob Thrash from Rad Rides is flying (actually driving) to Kenny's to paint the top color and he said he will pick it when he get's there.

ps - it's just going to be a driver nothing special

[HILROD]

Driver! Ha! I'll need to see that thing when it's done!

[syborg tt]

Project JL Die Cast

Parked in front of the Super Market getting ready for Paint

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Needed to go to the Fab shop for the Big Wheel conversion

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We have paint

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Looks like it need a little gas.

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On the next version they are going to tuck the tires

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[Martin71RS]

Marty, you are funny.....

Martin

[syborg tt]

Marty, you are funny.....

Martin

I wanted to see what it looked like painted - so i Had to do it

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Guy has been busy working on the getting the turbo's & Wastegates coated.
He offers Ceramic/Metallic Hi Temp Coating that is done in house.

Turbo's stripped and getting ready.

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Since this is part Show Truck / Driver.
Guy wanted to make sure the Exhaust housings looked good,
so some extra time was spent cleaning them up.

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You can see the before and after pictures of the Wastegate.
Plenty of time was spent on the wastegates cleaning them up.

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Step one - The Hi Temp coating has been applied to the exhaust housings.

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and the Wastegate.

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Now the fun part - polishing up the exhaust housing.

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It's getting there - much better then the original rusty version.

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almost looks like a butt if you ask me.

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It's really good working with a shop that does hi temp coatings in house.

They also coat piston domes, combustion chambers, valves, and do dry film coatings on pistons and bearings,
and even do special coatings on interior surfaces of blocks to aid in oil drainback and heat dissipation.
Currently they are working on a special anti friction coating using Tungsten disulfide.
These guys are serious when it comes to this coating stuff!

[78_elky]

Wow, I remeber a few years ago a guy linked to this on another site, and I wasn't registered here at the time and was completely blown away, it was when you were still working on an inner fender design. I have to say after reading from then till now it all looks great and I can't imagine what else you got in store for this thing!
-Josh

[syborg tt]

Wow, I remeber a few years ago a guy linked to this on another site, and I wasn't registered here at the time and was completely blown away, it was when you were still working on an inner fender design. I have to say after reading from then till now it all looks great and I can't imagine what else you got in store for this thing!
-Josh

Thank you very much. Were doing our best to raise the bar in the sport truck world.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Well, Kenny's back at it.
We took some time off while we were waiting for a new gift from Goodmark Industries.

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www.goodmarkindustries.com

So as you can see we received this giant box with a new ...........

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........ Steel Cowl Induction Hood.

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There will be plenty modifications made to this hood so make sure you keep coming back to see what we have planned.

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Kenny & Travis also started making sure the body of the truck was ready for paint.

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There attention to detail is way over the top.

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Once again I want to Thank Goodmark Industries for seeing our project and wanting to be part of it.
I look forward to working with them on all my future projects.

[jackfrost]

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do you think anyone should tell Goodmark they've misspelled "Metal" on their box? :rotfl:

[syborg tt]

funny thing you are the only one that noticed it.

[67SSDan]

Oh that's hilarious. I skipped over that one "yea yea, it's just a box dude"

Dan

[6'9"Witha69]

do you think anyone should tell Goodmark they've misspelled "Metal" on their box? :rotfl::lmao:

[TonyL]

"metel."

D'oh! Looks good though!

[syborg tt]

It's Tuesday and I'm pumped

Kenny Busted his ars this weekend and the truck is now ready for paint.

The GMC has been removed from the grille - Sorry GM

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The new Goodmark hood is on the truck.
The billet Hood Pins are mounted and look sweet.
www.hoodpins.net

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Kenny wasn't happy with the gap between the bumper and the tailgate
From the Factory it's well over and Inch.
You won't believe what it took to get the tailgate this close to the bumper.

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The Intercooler opening has been finished off.
Also the factory support has been glassed into the front cover.

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Getting ready to get loaded and headed over to get the Line-X.
Won't be long till you see the color.

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I can't say enough good words about Kenny and his shop and I look forward to working with him on all of my future projects.

[TonyL]

Looking good!

[wiedemab]

Nice work by the KD gang! You're getting close!

[hechtrod]

Awesome!!! IT's been awhile since I have been on teh site and I remember this project 2 years ago. It's getting there! Great work!
Chris

[syborg tt]

Awesome!!! IT's been awhile since I have been on teh site and I remember this project 2 years ago. It's getting there! Great work!
Chris

man 2 years - it's almost been 3 years.

thanks for the kind words

[syborg tt]

Good Evening all,

Yep it's late and I owe everyone and Update.
I'm almost finished with the basement so soon I'll be back to regular updates.

Guy at Rockford Racecraft took care of having the Intake Hat extended all the way back.

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The goal is to hide the plumbing from view without making an engine cover.

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Man is the polisher going to have fun with this. Should look really nice once it's done.

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I almost forgot - I really should post some painted truck pictures

[monza]

do you think anyone should tell Goodmark they've misspelled "Metal" on their box? :rotfl:

assuming it's made in China... new word I learned 'Chinglish' Amazing to see some of the spelling, always good for a laugh.

Project is looking good!

[dusterbd13]

tease. show us the pictures of the paint!!!

by the bay, i like how you marked the colors on the raw aluminum. but i couldnt make out what the valve covers said. i hink its red powdercoat, but im not sure.

and are the threaded bungs for things like pop panels, fittings, etc? give us the details, as that is something i would really like to try on something sooner or later, hiding all the plumbing and wiring.

Michael

[modularboy]

this is 1 awesome build, you guys taking so much time for the smaller things, probably not many will notice them unless you will point them out!!

thats what makes this truck so cool!

[syborg tt]

tease. show us the pictures of the paint!!!

By Tonight I promise



by the bay, i like how you marked the colors on the raw aluminum. but i couldnt make out what the valve covers said. i hink its red powdercoat, but im not sure.

Here is and example of what te Engine bay may look like.

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and are the threaded bungs for things like pop panels, fittings, etc? give us the details, as that is something i would really like to try on something sooner or later, hiding all the plumbing and wiring.

I am putting together an entire post on all of the intake plumbing. I should have it up in about 2 weeks

[syborg tt]

this is 1 awesome build, you guys taking so much time for the smaller things, probably not many will notice them unless you will point them out!!

thats what makes this truck so cool!

Thanks - we've been working on the list of body mods. This list is not complete but it's getting close.

Like you said most people would never notice.

Front Clip Modifications

Grille
-- Factory Grille slots - removed and replaced with custom mesh
-- Opening Scanned & Digitized to create a wood buck
-- Mesh grille Hammer Formed around wood buck

Sonoma GT Ground Effects
-- Fender Cladding molded in Fiberglass ( widend to match fender )
-- Mounting hardware replaced with direct mount to bed side

Front Cover
-- Molded in Fiberglass

-- Intercooler Opening cut into lower portion of front cover
-- Opening Scanned & Digitized to create a wood buck
-- Mesh grille Hammer Formed around wood buck
-- Grille installed on the rear of opening

-- Driving Lights removed and now used for Air Intake Ducts
-- Opening Scanned & Digitized to create a wood buck
-- Mesh grille Hammer Formed around wood buck
-- Grille installed on the rear of opening

Core Support
-- Forward mounted AC Condensor
-- Intercooler mounted thru lower Portion of Core Support
-- Horizontal Cross brace ( Twin Tube design to match back Half chassis )
-- Radiator mounted on Welnuts to absorb vibration and prevent fatigue ( access holes on front of support )

-- Straightened
-- Factory Vertical lip removed to smooth the top
-- Support frame boxed to add rigidity

-- Intercooler Elbow mounted thru support

-- Overflow bottle hidden above intercooler
-- PS Resivoir Mounted on custom mounts
-- Relief cut into lower portion of core support to allow removal of air cleaner lids

Hood
-- Custom Twin Scoop Cowl Induction Hood
-- Factory Bracing removed
-- Billet Hood Pins & Skuff plates ( pins act as hood level adjuster

Fenders
-- Lips rolled and smoothed
-- Inner structure cut and raised 2 1/2" to allow wheel clearence

Inner Fenders
-- Custom made to allow full turning radius
-- Multiple mounting points on Firewall and Fender


Cab Modifiactions
Wiper Cowl
-- Straightend to match firewall
-- Specialty Power Window mounted for Future use

Firewall
-- Set back 2.5" to gain more engine bay ( allow for better turbo placement )
-- Exhaust reliefs cut into firewall
-- Wheel tub reliefs cut into firewall

Floor
-- Transmission Tunnel raised to allow clearence for 4l80 Transmission
-- Front Body Mounts boxed and braced to add rigidity for Roll Bar mount

Roll Cage
-- 8 Point Cage ( 6 Point inside cab )
-- Cage has alignment bolts that "Positions" Cab on the chassis

Doors
-- Welded hinges removed and replaced with Adjustable hinges on "A" Pillar
-- Welded hinges removed and replaced with Adjustable hinges on Doors
-- Door handles & locks shaved ( AVS Door Poppers Installed )

Misc
-- "A" Piller body line matched to Fender
-- "B" Piller widened at rear most corner to align with Bed
-- Amplifier Mounts installed on back of cab.


Sonoma GT Ground Effects
-- Rocker Cladding molded in Fiberglass ( lengthened 1/2" )
-- Rocker Cladding has bar stock molded in to aid in straightness
-- Mounting hardware replaced with direct mount to bed side


Bed Modifiactions

Bed Side
-- Bed Moved 3/4" forward to tighten up gap to cab
-- Front of Bed Cut and pulled out to match with of "B" Pillar
-- Flattened to be horrizontal accross the top
-- Cut at Tailgate to align verticle side
-- Side Flared to Gain clearence
-- Fender Lips Rolled Smooth

Sonoma GT Ground Effects
-- Bed Side Rocker Cladding molded in Fiberglass ( lengthened 1/2" )
-- Bed Side Rocker Cladding relief cut in for Exhaust Exit
-- Rear Corners molded in Fiberglass ( widened at Rear most corner to align with bed corner )

Wheel Tubs
-- Removed and Boxed to allow clearence for 30.5" tire
-- Inner bed side contoured to match frame ( allows frame to be seen )
-- Tubs to be panel Bonded to bed Sides

Bed Floor
-- Raised to clear rear suspension
-- Sub woofer enclosure on D-Side of Bed
-- Dual Battery enclosure on P-Side of Bed
-- Smoothed by tailgate area
-- Fuel Cell Access in Bed

Tailgate
-- Skinned for a smooth look
-- Handle Relocated to inside of bed
-- Lower Part of tailgate straigtened
-- New Style Hinges

Rear Bumper Cover
-- Bumper "J" Cut to allow gate to open past bumper
-- Cover molded in Fiberglass
-- Cover widened 1/2" on each side to match with of Tailgate


Misc.
-- Belly Pan to hide fuel cell
-- Wheel tub tied into belly pan
-- Billet Bed Shims machined to allow for perfect fit

[99 BUCKET]

I knew I would find a much cooler update over here than over at the s10 forum...

WOW all I can say, I got no single word to discribe it otherwise

[formula98]

Really nice Marty. Most would never know how much work has gone on to make your project as it is today if it wasn't for your posts. As always great work!

[Crafty One]

I just realized something....Were is the frame? Is it hiding in the corner or did you get it painted?

[syborg tt]

I just realized something....Were is the frame? Is it hiding in the corner or did you get it painted?

Actually it's under the truck as we speak. It will be removed and powedered after Paint.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

So talked to Kenny early Saturday Morning let's say 7am and he said he was going to paint all day.
Well at 6pm he sent me these pictures -- Kenny is the man is my book.

Now all we have to do is teach him how to take a picture.
Not to worry i may have a solution.

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Yep it's a really tough color to photograph especially in a paint booth.

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Possible picture Solution ;-)

We should have some really good, no I mean great pictures of the truck in the next week or so.
Why - because Josh Mishler is actually going to take pictures of the truck.

Yep he's the Man - the Camera Man

If you've read any magazine lately you've seen his work.
http://www.juxtaposedmachines.com/

[cmraman]

Good Morning All,

So talked to Kenny early Saturday Morning let's say 7am and he said he was going to paint all day.
Well at 6pm he sent me these pictures -- Kenny is the man is my book.

Now all we have to do is teach him how to take a picture.
Not to worry i may have a solution.

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Yep it's a really tough color to photograph especially in a paint booth.

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Possible picture Solution ;-)

We should have some really good, no I mean great pictures of the truck in the next week or so.
Why - because Josh Mishler is actually going to take pictures of the truck.

Yep he's the Man - the Camera Man

If you've read any magazine lately you've seen his work.
http://www.juxtaposedmachines.com/

Hey what about me?

[syborg tt]

Hey what about me?

:worship: Trust me I can't wait to see you photograph the truck. Your work is incredible

- Would you mind posting a few pics in the thread so people can see them ?? Pretty Please

ps - I am glad to here your back on your feet.

[Martin71RS]

Nice progress!! and it looks good too.

[cmraman]

:worship: Trust me I can't wait to see you photograph the truck. Your work is incredible

- Would you mind posting a few pics in the thread so people can see them ?? Pretty Please

ps - I am glad to here your back on your feet.

Thanks Marty. I'm glad to be back in the game. I got real sick of that couch. Here is a link to some of my current work. Enjoy....

http://www.flickr.com/photos/rkmphoto/sets/72157594214498126/

[Samckitt]

Beautiful, simply beautiful. Love the color

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Last week Kenny took the bed over the Line-X Dealer.

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The underside and topside have been sprayed for protection from road debris.

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I was asked earlier what the little notches were for on the front of the bed.
These were put in to clear the hardware that attaches the rollbar legs to the cab.

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Should have more pictures later in the week

[formula98]

Looking Awesome! I bet you can almost feel it coming together now!

Great pic's and can't wait to see the next round......

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

The Turbos are done and look really nice.
Both Guy and Precision Turbo really took care of me.

Guy & I started talking and we realized these Turbos have been shipped via UPS so many time it's just not right.
So here is a really long story -- see if you make it to the end.


So way back on June 25, 2004 I purchased custom Turbos from Precision Turbo.
www.precisionturbo.net www.rockfordracecraft.com

Precision Turbo shipped them to Rockford Racecraft. - 140miles

After Rockford Racecraft looked them over, he drove them to Competition Fabrication - 51 miles
www.compfab.com

When the truck was completed at Comp Fab they headed to my Shop - 54 miles

About 4 months later I loaded truck w/Turbos and headed to Recovery Room Interiors to meet Kenny - 601 miles
www.recoveryroomrodinteriors.com

Kenny Hauls truck, motor & those Turbos back to his Shop in Arkansas - 413 miles
www.kdhotrods.com

A short while later Kenny Ships Turbos back to my shop - 592 Miles
www.sportmachines.com

Then I ship Turbos to Rockford Racecraft so they could Polished and Hi-Temp all the surfaces of the Turbos. - 93 miles

Now here's were it gets fun ( if you've read this far )

In order to Hi Temp Coat the center section of the Turbo's you have to send the center section to Precision Turbo so they can take it apart - 144 miles

Precision Turbo - disassembles Center Section and Ships it back to Rockford Racecraft - 144 miles

Rockford Racecraft High temp coats the center section and then ships it back to Precision Turbo - 144 miles

Precision Turbo Reassembles the Center Section and ships them Back to Rockford Racecraft - 144 miles

Rockford Racecraft puts everything back together and then ships them to Kenny Davis - 617 miles
( really I hope this is there last Journey )

Now that's a lot of miles -- how many not sure it's late.

Okay so here are the Turbo's and yep there in the new bed on the new line-x liner.
Note the center section is officially Hi-Temp Coated Black

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The imperfections in the housing were tig welded prior to polishing.

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Exhaust Housing were done in a silver finish.

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Final Picture
yep - there they are sitting on that new line-x bed liner

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[syborg tt]

Good Day all,

Where coming down to the end with the motor build.

However, we still have a couple little more problems that needed to be resolved.

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The problems only gets worse when you put the valve cover on.
So the tube will have to be removed from the inside of the valve cover.

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Once tube is removed the valve cover will leak oil.
To keep the oil from leaking we installed an O-ring under the ARP bolt.

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Guy also had to remove a little material from the Rocker itself.

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Plenty of updates to come this week.
So keep your eye's open.

[linkstar69]

I've read this whole thread and absolutely love it. This car is a credit to you and everyone involved.

Looking at your last post about the valve cover reminded me how much "fun" these cars are when we start customizing. Its always the least expected parts that show the most resistance.

PS: G'day from all the way down in Australia

[syborg tt]

I've read this whole thread and absolutely love it. This car is a credit to you and everyone involved.

Looking at your last post about the valve cover reminded me how much "fun" these cars are when we start customizing. Its always the least expected parts that show the most resistance.

PS: G'day from all the way down in Australia

Thank you very much for the compliments.

It's been a lot of fun and i've leared a bunch on this build a I have taken one this far. I'm just happy to be working with such great guy's.

Australia - Your on my Top five lists of places to visit in my lifetime.

[syborg tt]

Good Evening All,

I figured I would post the up pictures Sunday Night instead of Monday Morning.

I want to Thank the Guy's over at Line-X of Rogers Arkansas they did an outstanding job on the truck.
Line-X of NW Arkansas
2001 S 8th St
Rogers, AR 72758 ( 479.621.6262 )

The back of the cab has been coated since it will be exposed to the elements.

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If your not an S10 guy you wouldn't notice how square the "B" pillar is.
It's hard to tell it's been modified.

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Just a different view of the bed with the Turbo's testing out the bed liner.

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More pictures to come this week.

[syborg tt]

Hi All,

Okay it's not that late but I'm really tired.

Well, Kenny is at it again. He's not happy with a few spots on the truck so there back at it again.
Two things you will notice in the picture.
1. Primer on the new Standox paint
2. Standox is the Paint of choice for this project.

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Yep back to the holding area and getting ready to hit the paint booth again.

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Yep the Turbo's are temporarily off the new Line-X and back on the Motor
Didn't Rockford Racecraft do a nice job making those Turbo's shinny.

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It's getting closer

[Young Gun]

looking great as usual!

[wiedemab]

Sweeeeeeet!

[bwhinnen]

I've read this whole thread and absolutely love it. This car is a credit to you and everyone involved.

Looking at your last post about the valve cover reminded me how much "fun" these cars are when we start customizing. Its always the least expected parts that show the most resistance.

PS: G'day from all the way down in Australia

Have to agree, I opened this one on a whim, to see what brakes you were putting on and behold this hidden pearl!

Brilliant work!

PS good to see someone else from Brisbane on here too, that makes three of us I know of now.

[syborg tt]

Have to agree, I opened this one on a whim, to see what brakes you were putting on and behold this hidden pearl!

Brilliant work!

PS good to see someone else from Brisbane on here too, that makes three of us I know of now.

Thank you very much I really appreciate the comments.

Maybe I should ask the mods to change the title of my Thread.

[TonyL]

what would you like it to say? I'll do it now.

[carterhickmandesigns]

Marty, don't change the name man! Thats how I find it when I am looking for it.

[HectorM52]

what would you like it to say? I'll do it now.
It should say "Project: SYBORG TWIN TURBO"

[syborg tt]

what would you like it to say? I'll do it now.

How about

Syborg Twin Turbo - 4.3l v6 TT Mini-Truck

the mini-truck is for kenny Davis

[bwhinnen]

How about

Syborg Twin Turbo - 4.3l v6 TT Mini-Truck

the mini-truck is for kenny Davis

How about:

Syborg Twin Turbo - 4.3l v6 TT Mini-Truck was: New Guy - Latest Pics of my Brakes

:D

[derekf]

How about

Syborg Twin Turbo - 4.3l v6 TT Mini-TruckDone.

[syborg tt]

Cool - thank you

[stang97]

Marty...I havent checked this thread in a few weeks and i see you got a lot of eye candy. Heres to paint!

[syborg tt]

Marty...I havent checked this thread in a few weeks and i see you got a lot of eye candy. Heres to paint!

awesome feeling isn't it.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Quick Update
Bob Thrash is down at Kenny's working on Dad's 57 and should be starting my truck later this week.

Paint Mask for the Logo's on the side of the truck.

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Marco over at FinishMasters took care of us with some Glasurit Clear.

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Yep, It's just sitting waiting for Bob.

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I want to thank Bob for driving 600miles to Kenny's shop in Arkansas to work on my truck and Dad's 57.

He's been a blast to work with.

[email protected]

[protour73]

Marty.......looking forward to the post-paint pics!!!! AND to hopefully see your truck in person, since you are local.

How's that 2nd Gen coming along?

[syborg tt]

Marty.......looking forward to the post-paint pics!!!! AND to hopefully see your truck in person, since you are local.

How's that 2nd Gen coming along?

I talked with Bob tonight and he's ready to get working on my truck tommorow morning.

Anytime you want to stop by your more then welcome.

Camaro - So far the rendering and the sketches are complete. They look awesome. I can't wait to start working on the car.

Right now work is taking up all of my spre time. I hope to start playing in about a month.

[syborg tt]

Marty.......looking forward to the post-paint pics!!!! AND to hopefully see your truck in person, since you are local.

How's that 2nd Gen coming along?

empty you PM box please or e-mail me [email protected]

[formula98]

Looking great Marty! I can't wait to see the progress!

[TonyL]

It's really getting close Marty! Looking great!

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

No this is not a Decal this is paint

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[email protected]

[formula98]

:kewlpics: You're such a Tease! :cool:

[syborg tt]

:kewlpics: You're such a Tease! :cool:


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[formula98]

:lmao: lol...:lol: lol...:lmao: lol...

[formula98]

:lmao: LOL....:lmao: LOL....:lmao: lol.....

[dodge]

:kewlpics: You're such a Tease! :cool:Understatement of the thread:rotfl:

[syborg tt]

Understatement of the thread:rotfl:

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[muthstryker]

WOW, that looks killer

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

I just thought I would share with you a couple pictures that Josh Mishler took of the truck when he was visiting the shop.

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[syborg tt]

Good Morning all,

The Motor is complete and almost ready to drop in the truck.

Guy at Rockford Racecraft handled all of the machine work and Engine Assembly.

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Engine: 281 c.i Chevy Bowtie v6
Engine Fasteners: All Hardware on Motor is by ARP & Totally Stainless

Engine Block: 10185051 Cylinder Case
Oil Pump: Melling Oil Pump w/custom Pickup Tube
Oil Pan: Old School Moroso Oil Pan w/ 2 oil return Bungs
Dip Stick: Billet Specialties Shorty Stick

Crank Shaft: Crower Billet 3.50 Stroke w/Big Block Rod Journals
Balancer: ATI Super Dampener 6 3/8' Steel w/ARP Bolt & Washer
Crank Trigger: RPM Crank Trigger fabricated for this project, supplied by Race Proven Motors

Rods & Pistons: Oliver Connecting Rods w/JE Forged Piston 4.120 bore

Intake: Hand built Sheet Metal Intake by Hogan, supplied by Race Proven Motors
Thermostat Housing: 0-Degree Swivel Thermostat Housing by Billet Specialties

Cylinder Heads: Pontiac Racing Heads, supplied by Race Proven Motors
Head Gaskets: Cometic, Supplied by Race Proven Motors
Head Studs: ARP Bolts

Valve Train: Comp Series Shaft Mount Rockers & Offset Lifters by Jesel
Valve Covers: Sheet Metal Valve Covers, supplied by Race Proven Motors

Camshaft: Crane Cams Mechanical Roller, Grind Spec'd by John Meany
Timing Chain: Cloyes Hex-Adjust Timing Chain & 2 Piece Timing Cover, Supplied by Rockford Racecraft

Exhaust Manifolds: SS Twin Turbo Headers by Race Proven Motors. Reworked by Competition Fabrications,
Stainless Steel: Material supplied by Stainless Works and Burns Stainless
Turbos: Precision Turbo GT32 55E Turbo's, supplied by Rockford Racecraft
Wastage's: Innovative Mini-Gates, supplied by Race Proven Motors

Front Drive: Billet Specialties Tru Trac Serpentine


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Yep, We are actually going to put it in the back of my Blazer.

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Good thing GM put 4 Anchors points on the floor of a Blazer.

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Just to Give you an Idea how small a v6 Engine is....

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[syborg tt]

Hi All,
Kenny Back so the pictures aren't that good.
But at least we have pictures
Laying out the lines for the two tone
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Here is the better shot of the door graphics
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[Martin71RS]

It looks better with every update!! keep the pics coming (please!)

MArtin

[syborg tt]

Good Evening all,

It looks like Bob Thrash & Kenny have been going at it all day.

Just a Quick teaser shot of the top color of the truck.

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www.belltechcorp.com (http://www.belltechcorp.com)

[linkstar69]

this thread is getting more exciting by the minute, great to see the progress.

[cousin]

I am one of Marty's friends and thought I would post a few pics from this weekend...

I drove down and met Marty, Kenny and Bob today, all I can say is quite the crew... I have been sworn to secrecy, about certian parts of the truck. Kenny and Bob were accomplishing some pretty cool stuff, while Marty and I played shop bitch at times...
Here are some pics of what I can share
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I am sure we will have a nice update come Monday, Marty took an ungodly amount of pictures.

I am really impressed with the quality of work Kenny can produce, considering the shop he has... I am sure Marty will fill everyone in on this a little.

[Chewy72ss]

This has got to be one of the sweetest truck builds I've seen. Good luck with it, and I can't wait to see the finished product. The paint looks great, especially with the project name on it. Very unique, top notch! Keep us updated!

[Chevrolaine]

:kewlpics: ready for more!!

[midnightbluS10]

Truck's lookin good, Marty!

What's up with the Camaro? in the back

[cmraman]

Marty, looking good. Let me know when it's close for a shoot. Looking forward to it.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Okay everyone wants to see some pictures.
So here Goes.

Were going to back Pedal just a little bit.
Quick Picture of Bob applying the Graphics to the doors.
Note the Safety Equipment - have to do things right (another inside joke)

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Close Up of the Door Graphics - this was just the beginning.

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Quick shot of the Grille
So is that Silver or Champaign

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The Original Concept was to create a Factory Prototype.
So in keeping with the Concept the Paint had to be applied like it would at the Manufacture.

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Keeping the details throughout the paint job.

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Still to be applied is the Satin Silver to the inside of the bed & Bed sides.
Watch for More updates this week.

[syborg tt]

Marty, looking good. Let me know when it's close for a shoot. Looking forward to it.

trust me your high on my list of people to contact when it's close

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All or Evening if your still up,

I have got to get these guy's to stop using the bed for parts storage.
ps - neither Kenny or Bob sprayed this color.

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Quick Picture of the hood

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www.cmu.edu/randyslecture

[Samckitt]

I love that color on the hood.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning,

Kenny & Bob laid out the two tone lines on the cab.
If your curious -- yes they within 1/32"
They have to be perfect for Bob.

Doing it right meant paint had to go into the door jams.

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At one time there was a weld Seam on the back of the cab.
We didn't care for how it looks so bye bye it goes

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Getting some Color

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What a Difference it makes to have the 2nd color on the truck.
Bob spent a couple hours looking at paint chips trying to get the right color "Red"

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Time to pull the paper off and get it out of the booth.
Yep - that's Speedy on the left and Bob on the right.

Someone has to tell Kenny to lay off the Caffeine

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[jackfrost]

awesome. when is assembly? :drool:

[syborg tt]

Good afternoon All,

Truck is out of the Booth and ready to get put back together

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That would be Travis's *****en Dually on the left.

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Bob & Speedy hanging the fenders.

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Yep, 30 Seconds later the fender is hung.

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It's starting to look like a truck again.

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I bet you guy's really want to see what it looks like with fenders, hood & doors.

[syborg tt]

awesome. when is assembly? :drool:

heck it still has to come apart before it can go together

[syborg tt]

Yet Another Update.

The two tone has been layed out and now it's time to work on the tailgate.

It's a fairly large & flat surface so it needs to be broken up just a little.

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Placement of the Graphics is key.

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Soon you will see the finished product.

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[Young Gun]

this is awsome...so will this be a daily driven beast or what are the plans with it when all are said and done?

[Bruning Auto Design]

this is awsome...so will this be a daily driven beast or what are the plans with it when all are said and done?

dump runs and such... :)

keep it up marty!

[syborg tt]

this is awsome...so will this be a daily driven beast or what are the plans with it when all are said and done?

Current plans are
Sema 2008
Consumer Electronics Show 2009

World of Wheels - Milwaukee, WI
World of Wheels - Chicago, IL
World of Wheels - Indianapolis, IN
World of Wheels - Detroit, MI
World of Wheels - Omaha, NE

Hot Rod Power Tour 2009

[BRIAN]

Looks sharp!! Like the fit between the inner fender and the cowl.

Graphics are very nice. Never thought I would ay this about an S10 bu that is one nice truck!!

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon All,

So what does it look like outside in the Sunlight

I would say it Copper & Champaign, however Bob swears it's silver & red.

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[syborg tt]

Looks sharp!! Like the fit between the inner fender and the cowl.

Graphics are very nice. Never thought I would say this about an S10 but that is one nice truck!!

Panel fitment was never a concern for GM on these little Trucks. Kenny did a great job.

Thanks for the compliments on the truck

[Samckitt]

I'll have to go to the World of Wheels next year in Indy & see it.

[syborg tt]

dump runs and such... :)

keep it up marty!

It's all good as long as Kenny doesn't use it to hall his leaves were good

[trapin]

World Of Wheels in Detroit? When is that held? I don't think I've ever gone to that one.

[syborg tt]

World Of Wheels in Detroit? When is that held? I don't think I've ever gone to that one.

Actually in Detroit they call it the Autorama

[greygoose006]

i just read the entire thread in one sitting and have concluded:
this is the most amazing build i have ever seen!!!


Keep it coming

[Young Gun]

will this thing be done by august? im moving up to chicago for college in august and if its still there I wanna see this thing!

[syborg tt]

[SIZE=3][FONT=Comic Sans MS]Hi All,

It's all about the little details that no one may ever notice.

This is how the bed gap looks on a Stock s10 -- Not so good.

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Sliding the bed forward you can solve the gap problem.
However, you will need to stiffen the chassis to prevent the bed from twisting and hitting the cab.

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Of Course this then leads to the next problem.
The bed is just a little wider then the cab.

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So off comes the bed.
Now it's time to drill out all of the spot welds that hold the bed sides on the truck

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Just a close up of the fun that Dave had drilling spotwelds

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It's not over yet - it's actually just beginning.
This is proof that you fix one problem and it just makes the other problems look worse.

You can see that the cab has an excessive curve to it - now that has got to get fixed.

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You can see that Kenny is hard it here.
This is proof that Kenny is an all around Builder.

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Time to start slinging some mud.

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The bed had to come off so you can see the work Kenny did on the "B" Pillars

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Now this is how it should have come from the factory

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Still not Satisfied

Somethings is really wrong with Kenny.

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Time to put some paint on it and make sure it looks good.
Yep - this is just a test paint.

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[syborg tt]

Looks like they nailed it.

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Notice the Cab Union is Nice and Straight.

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[syborg tt]

will this thing be done by august? im moving up to chicago for college in august and if its still there I wanna see this thing!

I don't think it will be done by august - not to worry you will get a chance to see it in 09

[syborg tt]

i just read the entire thread in one sitting and have concluded:
this is the most amazing build i have ever seen!!!


Keep it coming

Thank you very much.

If it wasn't for guy's like Kenny, Travis, Bob, Dave & Dennis this truck wouldn't be what it is today.

I am deeply in-debted to these guy's

Plus all of the members on the BB for all of the help and knowledge they have given me.

[Young Gun]

I don't think it will be done by august - not to worry you will get a chance to see it in 09

sweeeeeet...mini trucks dont normally do it for me...but this one is just too cool haha

[jackfrost]

it's not a mini-truck. it's a PT truck! :seizure:

[syborg tt]

it's not a mini-truck. it's a PT truck! :seizure:

LOL - finally a supporter

See Kenny i told you it was just a Mini-Truck

[Chewy72ss]

Any updated pics?? I'm infatuated with this build...the tube chassis, twin turbos, two-tone...it's all a recipe for one BAD ASS project.

Good luck with gettin her on the road. Keep us updated!!

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon All,

I bought a set of seat on Ebay.

The goal was to see how they would look in the truck.
So Opinions are welcome.

Yes, they are different heights - we just bought them for the frames.

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So what do you all think ??

[brrymnvette]

I like them, they look cool.

[LMDGUY]

looks pretty good

[bwhinnen]

Very nice!

[70TWO NOVA]

i think they look sick, i have a set of the same style seats in my Nova, i like them...pretty comfortable

[Chevrolaine]

I like the drivers one better. Looks more at home for some reason being shorter and all.

[Chewy72ss]

The seats look great. Whats your opinion on the quality of them?? I've seen them on eBay before and was always curious...

[BRIAN]

Depends on how tall you are. You have a serious car and the headrest does offer whiplash protection. I know it is about the look, I am sure they will look killer when redone.

[evan]

I think that if this was a factory prototype by GM they would have gotten one of the big names like Recaro to do the seats.

[syborg tt]

Depends on how tall you are. You have a serious car and the headrest does offer whiplash protection. I know it is about the look, I am sure they will look killer when redone.

The good thing is that I am Short 5' 7" so these actually fit me well.

I to am alway's worried about bouncing my head off the back glass.

The good thing is the back glass will be deep tinted factory gold. So you won't see the seat.

[syborg tt]

I think that if this was a factory prototype by GM they would have gotten one of the big names like Recaro to do the seats.

I agree with you that is why were looking at

http://www.arizenracingsports.com/page/arizen/CTGY/Seats (http://www.arizenracingsports.com/page/arizen/CTGY/Seats)

and plan to modify the upper bolster

[FE3TCourier]

I signed to this board especially to comment in this thread. I found it searching for "roll cage mini truck", but I have to agree with the PT truck comment above :-)

I thought my truck was pretty cool till I read through your thread :-)

Your truck is just AWESOME :-) Well done!

Very much like I would like mine to end up, except I probably won't go so far as you have.

LOTS of great ideas to plagarise here.

Keep up the great work, can't wait to see it finished and going fast!

Fred.

[syborg tt]

Thank you very much for the compliments. Like i've said before i've been lucky enough to work with a great bunch of guy's.

ps - here is a great link for Roll Cages

http://www.sportmachines.com/gallery/s10rollcage




I signed to this board especially to comment in this thread. I found it searching for "roll cage mini truck", but I have to agree with the PT truck comment above :-)

I thought my truck was pretty cool till I read through your thread :-)

Your truck is just AWESOME :-) Well done!

Very much like I would like mine to end up, except I probably won't go so far as you have.

LOTS of great ideas to plagarise here.

Keep up the great work, can't wait to see it finished and going fast!

Fred.

[FE3TCourier]

You are more than welcome :-)

Thanks for the link but I like yours better! Mines single cab too, and I want to keep it out of the way and just use it for 4/5 point mounting on the cross bar at the back a bit higher than yours is. "half cage" if you will :-)

[linkstar69]

hey BTW, 5'7" is tall enough in my books.........lol

[cmraman]

More build pics!!!!

[killer69]

Is That Frikkin PAINT!!! on that mini Truck??????

[syborg tt]

Is That Frikkin PAINT!!! on that mini Truck??????

yeppers and it's even has lot's of paint with Graphics.

Bob saidhe thinks it has 8 colors on it.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,
As everyone know's i'm a big fan of Bell Tech.
I've used there stuff on all of my truck builds and it's worked out great each and every time.

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Previously installed on the truck was there Sway Bar.
www.belltechcorp.com (http://www.belltechcorp.com)

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When Precision Brakes built my front Brake Kit they used a generic Spindle.
The intention has always been to install Bell Tech Drop Spindles.

This is where I normally would insert a picture of the actual spindle they shipped me.

However, we all know Kenny's not good with the Camera so the guy's at Bell Tech sent me a nice image.

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I really happy to working with another great company and I look forward to working with them on future projects.

ps - don't worry I have 4 more posts sitting in the que

[eville]

This thing is amazing, but I didn't know it could fly too!




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[syborg tt]

This thing is amazing, but I didn't know it could fly too!

Thank you very much for the compliments.

[bwhinnen]

You know I cannot wait for this to be finished, that is only so I can start at page 1 again and go through the whole thread from start to finish. I so love the attention to detail in builds like this! Just love looking over the older pics of the build up!

Still is and always will be fantastic work!

[syborg tt]

You know I cannot wait for this to be finished, that is only so I can start at page 1 again and go through the whole thread from start to finish. I so love the attention to detail in builds like this! Just love looking over the older pics of the build up!

Still is and always will be fantastic work!

Brisbane, Australia - Man I would love to visit Australia one day.

Thank you very much for the compliments it's been fun.

ps if you want to see more pics go to the website

www.syborgtwinturbo.com/gallery

[bwhinnen]

Brisbane, Australia - Man I would love to visit Australia one day.

Thank you very much for the compliments it's been fun.

ps if you want to see more pics go to the website

www.syborgtwinturbo.com/gallery (http://www.syborgtwinturbo.com/gallery)

You've just made my day, and I see the link under your sig all the time too, didn't think there would be extra pictures there.

It's a great place to visit too plenty to see over here and we just like you guys are friendly! I can't wait to come back to your country, was over on the west coast earlier this year, North East is next on our list!

[syborg tt]

not sure but i think there is over 1,000 pics of the build on the site. Plus it's got a really cool slideshow feature in each gallery.

Not to worry i'm going to visit one day for sure.


You've just made my day, and I see the link under your sig all the time too, didn't think there would be extra pictures there.

It's a great place to visit too plenty to see over here and we just like you guys are friendly! I can't wait to come back to your country, was over on the west coast earlier this year, North East is next on our list!

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Yet, another modification that is so simple and may never be noticed.

From the Factory the body line on the "A" pillar was going in the wrong direction.

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It actually touched the corner of the fender and was about 3/4" up near the door.

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After a little metal work it looks stock.

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It's all the little details that make the difference.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Okay I felt i needed to show off some of Bob's work on the truck.

The pictures can do all of the talking

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[dusterbd13]

you havent cleared the truck yet, have you? it just looks awfully flat.

also, where/what did you get your tailgate off of? i like the look without the indentation between the taillights.

Michael

[syborg tt]

you havent cleared the truck yet, have you? it just looks awfully flat.

also, where/what did you get your tailgate off of? i like the look without the indentation between the taillights.

Michael

The first picture doesn't have clear but the 2nd one does.

The tailgate is a stock GM Gate that kenny modified. I'll post some pics of how he did it later this week.

[stealthsuper]

Killer Ride Bro, Im Building 383 Stroker 94 S10, I love the suspension work u have. and Turbos WOW

[syborg tt]

Killer Ride Bro, Im Building 383 Stroker 94 S10, I love the suspension work u have. and Turbos WOW

love 2nd gens - would love to see pictures

[BRIAN]

Always wanted to know why GM had that pillar slanted that way? Could it have been a stamping error??

[stealthsuper]

SYBORG is doing alot of the same things I am planning with the suspension.. Im just going 383 stroker and hopefully 5 speed manual.



I have some pic up in the PT Garage. and
https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=43345

[syborg tt]

Cool truck - looks like it's going to be fun to drive.


SYBORG is doing alot of the same things I am planning with the suspension.. Im just going 383 stroker and hopefully 5 speed manual.



I have some pic up in the PT Garage. and
https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=43345

[gearheads78]

As with the rest of the work on the truck it looks amazing.:cool:

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Still waiting for more pictures.
Might have them today

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ps - this has no clear

[novanutcase]

When you flying into Columbus?

John

[syborg tt]

When you flying into Columbus? John

Actually we might be driving - Were considering taking the 57

but we should be there on Thursday for the Star Wars Convention.

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon All,

Bob wanted to see what the truck would look like with the wheels on.
So out comes the bucket and on goes a tire.
This is pretty close to ride Height.

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Now imagine the rocker extensions on it.
They lower the body panels another 4 1/2".

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[Chewy72ss]

THAT looks killer! I still can't get over the color combo...it just looks so damn good. This is definitely an 11 out of 10 kinda project. Can't wait to see it with the rest of the body panels on, and sittin' on the ground.

Keep it up, and keep us updated.

[syborg tt]

THAT looks killer! I still can't get over the color combo...it just looks so damn good. This is definitely an 11 out of 10 kinda project. Can't wait to see it with the rest of the body panels on, and sittin' on the ground.

Keep it up, and keep us updated.

Thank you very much and I promise to do more updates over the next two weeks

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon All,

I can tell that these pictures don't do the paint work Justice.
You can actually start to tell what it's going to look like.

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[Chevrolaine]

:jawdrop: OH MY!:drool:

[70TWO NOVA]

looks like its coming together nicely!

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Just a couple more pictures

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I just love this bed gap

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Tailgate with Clear

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[jerome]

are those your final tailights? I think they would look great if you color matched them to your red color

[novanutcase]

Actually we might be driving - Were considering taking the 57

but we should be there on Thursday for the Star Wars Convention.

LOL!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/05/TheOTHERconvention-1.jpg
May the force be with you!

John

[syborg tt]

are those your final tailights? I think they would look great if you color matched them to your red color

nope - we are going to candy them red

[ironworks]

So there is a Star Track convention in town. I knew it. We kept seeing this Clingon all weekend at the show.

[novanutcase]

So there is a Star Track convention in town. I knew it. We kept seeing this Clingon all weekend at the show.

LOL! Dammit, now you made me hungry!

John

[ironworks]

Nothin quenches your hunger after a long day at the show like a Hot Roast Beef Sundae.

All right back to my Solidworks.

Columbus will be even more fun this year, for sure

[syborg tt]

Nothin quenches your hunger after a long day at the show like a Hot Roast Beef Sundae.

You didn't eat one of these did you ??

[WTRacing]

truck is looking great, love the attention to the bed gap

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon All,

Yep two updates in one week
Door Graphics are complete and look incredible.

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Putting some color on the hood.

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Side Shot.

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Putting the final coat of clear on it with a little twist.
You will have to see the "fade" in person.

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[Chevrolaine]

If you'll ever have that truck at Rockford Racecraft when done, post it up here as I'd love to see it in person!:seizure:

[Chewy72ss]

This has got to be one of my favorite builds I've seen. I'm actually commited to following the progress. :twothumbs Keep it up.

Shame on anyone who has a negative comment. (Whom is most likely non-existent.)

I wish I had the space and tools to pull off a build of a similar caliber.

[SaturnVUEguy]

The other night at work I went through all 36 pages to read/view the buildup. Love it! Would love to see this truck in person some time

[syborg tt]

If you'll ever have that truck at Rockford Racecraft when done, post it up here as I'd love to see it in person!:seizure:

I promise I will keep you in the loop.

We do plan to have the truck at the World of Wheels in Detroit and Milwaukee next year.

[syborg tt]

This has got to be one of my favorite builds I've seen. I'm actually commited to following the progress. :twothumbs Keep it up.

Shame on anyone who has a negative comment. (Whom is most likely non-existent.)

I wish I had the space and tools to pull off a build of a similar caliber.

Thank you for the compliments on the build up.

It doesn't bother me when someone makes a comment about something they may not like on the truck. I really like when people offer suggestion or ideas that we may have never thought of. It's better for everyone and it creates new idea's.

[syborg tt]

The other night at work I went through all 36 pages to read/view the buildup. Love it! Would love to see this truck in person some time

Shouldn't be a problem since you local.

[syborg tt]

Good Afternoon,

Just a couple more pictures
If you look really close you can see the orange striping between the colors.

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Getting ready to go back into the paint booth.
I bet this truck has been in & out at least 20 times.

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You can actually see the orange pin striping in this picture that Bob did.

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Honestly, If you look really close you can see the orange pin striping.

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[Brandon Miller]

Vera vera nice

[Martin71RS]

I had a look at the pics, just one question.....do you have orange pinstriping by any chance? (they say I have an eye for detail:geek: )

Looking better every update!
Martin

[SaturnVUEguy]

I like the orange pinstriping, it helps break up the silver/red transition

[syborg tt]

I had a look at the pics, just one question.....do you have orange pinstriping by any chance? (they say I have an eye for detail:geek: )

Looking better every update!
Martin

Now that's funny - thanks for making me laugh

[killer69]

Marty
i really like the orange stripe
and tell Kenny i like the color he picked for the frame!!! give it a week of driving and the natural rust will match the orange stripe perfectly

[syborg tt]

Marty
i really like the orange stripe
and tell Kenny i like the color he picked for the frame!!! give it a week of driving and the natural rust will match the orange stripe perfectly

lol - he called me today and said he found a color he like for the frame. It matched the engine compartment. I figured you and him must have been talking today.

[syborg tt]

Quick Update -We have clear
I think I am going to send Kenny to Photography Class

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A lot of hard work was done by all to get the truck to this point.

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You can see the fade in this picture.
The two silvers are the exact same color. However the fade starts below the gold stripe.

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see i told you there was orange pin stripping

[eville]

Simply stunning. I can't wait to see the "well photographed" finished product.

[novanutcase]

Can't wait to see it at Columbus!

John

[derekf]

Marty, what do you mean by "fade"? The below-the-orange seems to be a darker shade than above; does it fade to lighter further down, or am I just on a crappy monitor?

[SaturnVUEguy]

That is one shiny truck! Can't wait to see some NICE pics of it. I'm with derekf here on the fade, I'm not sure I see it either. It looks darker down by the belt line, but that looks like its a reflection of something on the ground, or is that the fade I'm looking at?

[rmccubbin]

I'm impressed with your vision and all of the creativity displayed by the many people who have done some outstanding work on this truck. Marty, if you wouldn't mind answering two questions...who made your paint masks...
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and where did you get your steering shaft from?

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Thanks and looking forward to hearing how this thing rides!!

[HectorM52]

Steering shaft appears to have a Borgeson u-joint on it. They sell ALL the parts necessary to make a custom shaft.

[syborg tt]

Can't wait to see it at Columbus!

John

I'll park it right next to your car and Rogers truck. However i'm going to have to sneak in.

[MarkM66]

I'll park it right next to your car and Rogers truck. However i'm going to have to sneak in.

:lmao:

[syborg tt]

I'm impressed with your vision and all of the creativity displayed by the many people who have done some outstanding work on this truck. Marty, if you wouldn't mind answering two questions...who made your paint masks...

The Paint Mask came from a Randy at Ginter Vinyl Graphics. He is one of Bob's pep's ( people )

Ginter Vinyl Graphics, Inc.
8086 N 2000 E Road, Suite One
Manteno, IL 60950
Phone: (815) 468-6161
Email: gvgsignshop@att. ([email protected])



and where did you get your steering shaft from?

The Steering Shaft and the polished universal joints came from Flaming River (http://www.flamingriver.com/)they are great to work with.

14.1 Power Box 4 Bolt Mount

FR1871-20PL 20" SBE Plated Polished Shaft

FR1713 3/4" -36 x 1" -48 U-Joint Polished

FR1711 3/4" -36 x 3/4" -36 U-Joint Polished

[syborg tt]

That is one shiny truck! Can't wait to see some NICE pics of it. I'm with derekf here on the fade, I'm not sure I see it either. It looks darker down by the belt line, but that looks like its a reflection of something on the ground, or is that the fade I'm looking at?

yep it get's darker as it wraps under the truck

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Last minute decision to smooth the Wiper Cowl.
Remember the truck has a remote wiper set up so we may have another wiper cowl with wiper holes
for the Power Tour next year.

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Bad lighting but here is the only picture of the doors cleared.

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The tailgate is complete and yep it's resting on the new bedliner.

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I was asked for a close up of the tailgate graphics that showed the shadows that Bob does.

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That's all for today.
More to come on Thursday.

[bwhinnen]

You must be getting very excited now that the paint is almost complete! I know I am !

[jerome]

Hey Marty,

Searched through the thread, and looked through your gallery, but I couldn't find any info/pics on how your cab was mounted to the frame and how it tied into the frame. I assume there's outriggers from the frame to the cage and there's plates under and above that bolt in, but other than that, do you have rubber mounts or something?

Paint looks great, the amount of detail on this truck is ridiculous. It takes a very, very, methodical, patient, and detail-oriented person to build something like this. Props, the truck is setting a quality standard that will probably never be broken in the minitruck world.

[syborg tt]

Good Morning All,

Some of you may know we've been on the hunt for new seats for the truck.
Well, with a little direction from the BB forums (( nissan1995 )).

I looked at a bunch of vendors and found that Sparco had exactly what I was looking for.

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I choose the Sparco Modena Suede Seat
www.sparcousa.com

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I called them and hooked up with Gabe he said they still had a few available.
This led to that and the seats are on there way to Kenny's.

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My Favorite part of the seat is the back.
To bad it's there going in a pick up truck and you won't see the back.

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If you're looking for a set of seats you can e-mail
[email protected]
or
check there Ebay store
http://motors.shop.ebay.com/merchant/sparcomotorsports

[syborg tt]

Hey Marty,

Searched through the thread, and looked through your gallery, but I couldn't find any info/pics on how your cab was mounted to the frame and how it tied into the frame. I assume there's outriggers from the frame to the cage and there's plates under and above that bolt in, but other than that, do you have rubber mounts or something?.

The truck uses the stock frame mounts with poly bushings. We've considered switching to solid mounts. Also, the floor above the mounts has been redone & plated. There is also a mid brace that ties the back of the cab to the frame. ( it also acts to center the cab on the frame )


Paint looks great, the amount of detail on this truck is ridiculous. It takes a very, very, methodical, patient, and detail-oriented person to build something like this. Props, the truck is setting a quality standard that will probably never be broken in the minitruck world.

Thank you I've had the pleasure of working with a great group of guys.

[Bruning Auto Design]

nice looking seats! :ssst:

[syborg tt]

nice looking seats! :ssst:

A little birdeeee told me that you would like them. :secret:

[LMDGUY]

the tailgate graphics are sweet! and i love those seat

[WTRacing]

awesome looking seats, I cant find them on their site tho..