69 c10

[dacls1]

My 69

[rlovell383]

Yummy...

[Peter Mc Mahon]

Nice! how about some details on the frame and suspension?

[Steve Chryssos]

Very cool. More...

[dacls1]

I built the frame myself, because I love to fabricate. It utilizes a C5 front cradle with relocated upper control arms. I went with a 3 link rear to minimize binding and save weight, should be no problem handling the stock LS3. The rear end is currently set up with 4.11, will probably swap for 3.73 before I put it on the road. These pictures are few months old, will post more when I've got some time.

[Peter Mc Mahon]

Looks good! In what direction did the upper arms get relocated? Lots more pics and info please!

[btmatt]

Yes, more information. Your brackets almost look die cut

[dacls1]

Thanks for the interest guys. I have dropped the upper points to increase negative camber gain. I did consider adjusting anti-dive, but decided to drive the truck first and change later if necessary.

Not sure what you mean about my brackets looking duecut. Guess I just take my time to make them as accurate as possible.

[Peter Mc Mahon]

Any progress?

[dacls1]

Slowly getting more done.157538157537157538157537

[79 Camaro]

Very cool. I finished my 69 LS/T56 swap this summer. The one thing I don't like is the position of the gas pedal. Kind of moves my knee up a bit more than I would like. You may have to sink the seats back into the rear window area for better leg round. I think cruise control is in the future for me.

[dacls1]

Very cool. I finished my 69 LS/T56 swap this summer. The one thing I don't like is the position of the gas pedal. Kind of moves my knee up a bit more than I would like. You may have to sink the seats back into the rear window area for better leg round. I think cruise control is in the future for me.

Thanks for the heads up. We did find that same thing when we built my son's truck. I've got the engine set back quite far in mine, so that adds another dimension to pedal position. So far with the seats I'm running and were I've placed them, I feels pretty good, but I won't know until I get further along. Since I've got to rework the firewall, I can extend the footwell if necessary.

[bs46488]

How did I miss this build? Where are you located?

My computer doesn't work as well with all this drool on the key board

79 Camaro - I just finished a plain LM7/4l60E swap and have that exact problem with my knee and the gas pedal in my truck. Not sure how to make it more comfortable....

[79 Camaro]

I haven't changed anything in regards to the gas pedal yet. I'm in sunny soon to be snowy MN. I will have a few months of down coming up to see if I can find a better solution. Funny thing is I had a 70 C10 about 30 years ago and don't remember the cab being that small. Maybe I just got bigger? I'm 6'2" and about 220.

[dacls1]

Put it together, take it apart...repeat....161360161361

[Project Bike Truck]

Put it together, take it apart...repeat....161360161361

Well that frame and suspension is bad ass!

[Sbeck09]

You do nice work! How far away are you from the first drive?

[dacls1]

Sbeck09, thanks! I'm guessing about 6 months. Everything seems to take twice as long as I think it will.162024

[thinkfastroth]

Wow! what a great project, it's got me motivated on my project. What is the height from the ground to the bottom of the rocker?

[79 Camaro]

Again very cool project. I like the headers. Did you fab?

[dacls1]

Thanks guys. Ride height sets the base of the pinch weld on the rocker at about 4.5". I'll steer clear of tall speed bumps. Yes, I fabbed the headers, my son did the TIG work. Nobody makes anything that fits my setup. Everything out there hangs really low and I'm set up so nothing hangs below my frame rails.

[Sbeck09]

I just noticed your little diffuser there. Super low key and I really like that. Is it your own design?

[dacls1]

I just noticed your little diffuser there. Super low key and I really like that. Is it your own design?

Thanks, yes my design. Still have some more detail to finish them off, but don’t want them too in your face.

[Project Bike Truck]

I dig this truck more and more every time I look at it!

[dacls1]

I dig this truck more and more every time I look at it!

Thanks man. I had a look at your build and really appreciate all the fabrication you’re doing on your Ranchero. Cool stuff.

[Peter Mc Mahon]

How about some pics of the rear diffuser . They look great! Very tasteful.

[dacls1]

Can I get some feedback on the splitter?

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[hag6888]

That Is awesome love this build.
Can I get some feedback on the splitter?

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[Sbeck09]

Simple and clean design. I really like it. FYI...those splitters work better when you block some of the air entering the grill area or if you reverse duct the hood.

[dacls1]

Sbeck09, thanks for the response and info. I have been considering blocking all air intake except directly into the radiator and coolers below, also venting the hood. My original intent was to keep the exterior of the truck completely stock, other than wheels and roll pans with diffuser and splitter.... Trying to figure out a stealthy way to implement more air management.

[dacls1]

Going back together for the final time.

[Sbeck09]

WOW that looks great! I'm excited to see this really come together now. Frame looks stout!

[Peter Mc Mahon]

How long are your rear sway bar links?

[dacls1]

Peter, the end links are about 5.5"

[dacls1]

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[Sbeck09]

Omg I'm in love with how this looks already! So you gonna make the tow out to Kentucky next August to help me represent the western US in the Pro Touring Truck Shootout? I would love to see this thing run.

[DWC]

Man, that looks so good. Looking forward to more updates.

Daniel

[im4u2nvss]

Awesome build. I really like this one(especially the effort setting engine back).

[dacls1]

Sbeck09, definitely on my list to do, hoping I can fit it in. It's really too bad there isn't something on the west coast.

[Sbeck09]

Sbeck09, definitely on my list to do, hoping I can fit it in. It's really too bad there isn't something on the west coast.

I was thinking the same. Maybe we need to take a little initiative? I mean....LSfest has an east and a west event. Why can't PTTS? ;)

[dacls1]

I was thinking the same. Maybe we need to take a little initiative? I mean....LSfest has an east and a west event. Why can't PTTS? ;)

I may be interested in putting something together with you.

[62bubbletop]

Nice truck what size tires are you running looks real aggressive

[Janz99]

Whats the width of your frame rails? That C5 front engine cradle assembly looks like it worked really well.

-Ryan

[dacls1]

Whats the width of your frame rails? That C5 front engine cradle assembly looks like it worked really well.

-Ryan


295 front and 335 rear

[dacls1]

Will be bleeding brakes soon, then finish plumbing and wiring. Getting closer!167700

[Janz99]

Whats the width of your frame rails? That C5 front engine cradle assembly looks like it worked really well.

-Ryan

Sorry I meant frame rails, not tire width, but great info as well :)

[Adam_T]

Awesome build. Love that you're fabricating instead of using off the shelf parts.

[raffshore]

Sbeck09, thanks! I'm guessing about 6 months. Everything seems to take twice as long as I think it will.162024

that rear splitter is awesome

[dacls1]

Awesome build. Love that you're fabricating instead of using off the shelf parts.

Thanks! I've never really been into "bolt on's".

[hag6888]

Are those CCW wheels ?

Will be bleeding brakes soon, then finish plumbing and wiring. Getting closer!167700

[dacls1]

Are those CCW wheels ?

Yes, they are.

[dacls1]

Sorry I meant frame rails, not tire width, but great info as well :)

Sorry, kept forgetting to respond to this. Frame rails are 32” on center.

[dacls1]

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[Sbeck09]

That's looking pretty close! Hurry up and get it driving already so I can live through you until mine is ready to fire. Haha

[dacls1]

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Wiper motor delete panel

[dacls1]

Will be firing it up tonight!169592

[Sbeck09]

Video or it didn't happen! :seizure:

[dacls1]

Video or it didn't happen! :seizure:

Hasn't happened yet. Video to come!

[thinkfastroth]

What master cylinder, reservoir and brake booster are you using?

[Janz99]

Today is yesterday's tomorrow..... waiting for video :D

[79 Camaro]

Looks like a C5 booster and either a C5 or 2000 fbody master. That's what I used on my C10. Just FYI Captainfab makes a really nice booster mount that includes the clutch master mount.

[dacls1]

2000 fbody booster and master.

[Janz99]

2000 fbody booster and master.

How did the first fire up go?

-Ryan

[thinkfastroth]

2000 fbody booster and master.

Thanks for the info!

Dan

[dacls1]

How did the first fire up go?

-Ryan

It went great. I did take some video, but can't seem to post it.

[Sbeck09]

You guys gotta follow his Instagram. That's where all the good stuff is shown...possibly even some videos ;)

[Janz99]

You guys gotta follow his Instagram. That's where all the good stuff is shown...possibly even some videos ;)

Can you post the account name so I can check it out?

[Sbeck09]

Can you post the account name so I can check it out?

Cannonballconcepts - https://www.instagram.com/cannonballconcepts/

[dacls1]

Making more progress, so nice to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Decided to add a cold air intake, with exterior mounted scoop using the marker light opening. Have begun work on the splitter. Took it out for its first time on the road a couple weeks ago.

[Sbeck09]

Well don't keep us waiting too long for the first drive report. I'd love to hear how it felt and if you found anything worth tweaking yet.

[Tincup]

Nice job on the splitter..

[dacls1]

Well don't keep us waiting too long for the first drive report. I'd love to hear how it felt and if you found anything worth tweaking yet.

Too quick of a drive to tell much, but long enough to know it all works pretty good.

[dacls1]

Nice job on the splitter..

Thanks!

[dacls1]

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[Janz99]

Whole truck is very rad. Love the splitter.

[Sbeck09]

I love how at a glance it basically just looks like a lowered, hot rod old truck. When you look a little closer you notice the details that hint at it hiding more serious punch.

Nicely executed. I hope I can see this run in person soon.

[dacls1]

Thanks guys, happy to be about done with it and ready to get it out on the road. Couple final pics I'm really happy with.

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[David Sloan]

any updates on this :)

[dacls1]

It's been awhile since I last posted...been behind the wheel! This thing is a blast to drive.203996

[Jimbo1367]

Dude. This is a real nice ride. I really dig it.

[hotrod56]

Really like the way its thought out. Nice ideas. What thickness steel tubes did u use for the chassis - eg. .120 wall, etc? What did u paint the chassis with? Powder? Paint and primer and if so what brand? Looks great.

[vince72]

Great build!