New guy with big project [Archive]

abadsvt

06-25-2008, 06:12 AM

Hello everyone! I have been lurking around here for a while checking out all of your sweet rides and gaining tons of useful info. I have been busy working on my project. It is a 1970 C10 truck that is beeing converted to a 67. It has a 5-5.5" ride height, LS1 and 4l60e, Porterbuilt dropmember crossmember, air ride tech strong arms that have been modified, Cantilever rear suspension with shockwaves in the front and rear, and 20" wheels. There will be tons more stuff done to the truck but that is what i have done now. Anyways here are some pics

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/rearframeprogress1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/rearframeprogress2-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/lowercontrolarmpic-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/lowercontrolarmpic1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/sideviewofframe2-1.jpg

abadsvt

06-25-2008, 06:13 AM

A few more pics

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/sideviewofframe3-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/topviewofframe-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/sideviewofframe1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/topviewofframe2-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/rearviewofframe1-1.jpg

abadsvt

06-25-2008, 06:18 AM

The last ones for now. At dump the rockers (the lowest point of the truck) sit about 1.5" off the ground. I designed it so if i ever pop an airbag I could drive it off the road. At least that is the idea. I still have a few things to do to the frame and this week i am hoping to get the bed on the frame and build the new floor in the bed. If everything goes as planed by next weekend i will have the motor and trans, all the sheetmetal on the truck. We will see though.

Josh

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/frontviewofframe1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/compressormounts2-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/cabontruckpic3-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/cabontruckpic2-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/cabontruckpic1-1.jpg

SaturnVUEguy

06-25-2008, 06:54 AM

I really like that frame a lot!

jackfrost

06-25-2008, 08:54 AM

nice work!

linkstar69

06-25-2008, 04:24 PM

MrQuick

06-25-2008, 05:17 PM

Nice work Josh, can't wait to see more progress.

larknut

06-25-2008, 05:29 PM

I was following your build abit on the Chevy truck board. Weren't you using C5 front compnents before? Regardless the work so far is awesome. keep up the good work

abadsvt

06-25-2008, 09:47 PM

I was following your build abit on the Chevy truck board. Weren't you using C5 front compnents before? Regardless the work so far is awesome. keep up the good work

I actually have two builds going right now. One is the C5 corvette truck build and the other is this build thread. I originally built a frame for this build and then went looking for a motor and trans i came across the c5 drivetrain for an increadible price so i switched gears and started that build. After i got the frame built i realized that i need way too much money to finish it they way i want (twin turbo, 6 piston brakes, and so on) and since i already bought all the suspension parts for the first build i decided to start this one over again. I am going to sell this one when it is finished to fund the c5 corvette truck build and finish it right. I hope that makes sence. Here is a pic of the other frame just for fun. I have alot of hours in both of these frames so i like to show them off when i get a chance.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/frameoutside5-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/frameoutside4-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/frameoutside7-1.jpg

jerome

06-25-2008, 09:53 PM

looks like an awesome build, sometimes I wish I did the vette IRS for my S10

abadsvt

06-25-2008, 10:03 PM

looks killer, definitely one I'll be watching.
Can you tell us more about the design process on the cantilever rear set up. It looks killer and I'd love to hear more about how you got the geometry working right.
Excellent work, keep the pics rolling in.

Thanks for the complement! Well when designed properly the cantilever suspension will ride perfectly. Well the few things you need to consider when designing a rear cantilever setup is as the suspension compresses you want it to compress into 90deg angle from the two shockwave mounting points and the rocker arm pivot attached to the frame. Also you want the imaginary line between the shockwaves mounting points to be greater than the angle of the rocker arm. That way it pushes the rocker arm around the pivot instead of into the pivot. That makes sence? I am no expert by any means. I am still learning. I was taught from Nathan at Porterbuilt Streetrods. He has been helping me with my build when i get stuck or don't understand something he has been explaining things to me. Really great guy. Anyways talk to you later.

josh

larknut

06-26-2008, 09:33 AM

I actually have two builds going right now. One is the C5 corvette truck build and the other is this build thread. I originally built a frame for this build and then went looking for a motor and trans i came across the c5 drivetrain for an increadible price so i switched gears and started that build. After i got the frame built i realized that i need way too much money to finish it they way i want (twin turbo, 6 piston brakes, and so on) and since i already bought all the suspension parts for the first build i decided to start this one over again. I am going to sell this one when it is finished to fund the c5 corvette truck build and finish it right. I hope that makes sence. Here is a pic of the other frame just for fun. I have alot of hours in both of these frames so i like to show them off when i get a chance.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/frameoutside5-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/frameoutside4-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/06/frameoutside7-1.jpg

Oh ok. Now I remeber that. Great work on both frames. Can't wait to see more on the C5 frame.

trapin

06-26-2008, 09:46 AM

Killer project. Can't wait to see more of it.

abadsvt

06-26-2008, 10:12 AM

Oh ok. Now I remeber that. Great work on both frames. Can't wait to see more on the C5 frame.

I thought about when i do the c5 project that i will buy a c10 that has some patina on it and make it the ultimate sleeper. Wouldn't that be sweet!! Then i could drive the crap out of it and not worrie about the paint or upholster. We will see though. I do like shinny things.

Josh

brownz

06-26-2008, 11:13 AM

I thought about when i do the c5 project that i will buy a c10 that has some patina on it and make it the ultimate sleeper. Wouldn't that be sweet!! Then i could drive the crap out of it and not worrie about the paint or upholster. We will see though. I do like shinny things.

Josh

NOW thats what iam talking about.

teamplex65

06-26-2008, 03:28 PM

Love both projects Josh. You can bet I will be watching this build.

jerome

06-26-2008, 07:25 PM

BTW

cantilever suspension would have a suspension link restraining the rearend with one end attached to the rearend, one to the chassis, and the bag in the middle.

What you have is a uses a bellcrank to transfer vertical force to horizontal force

Not picking on you, just clarifying for people

larknut

06-26-2008, 08:39 PM

novanutcase

06-26-2008, 09:24 PM

abadsvt = A.D.D.

:rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

John

abadsvt

06-27-2008, 07:49 AM

abadsvt = A.D.D.

:rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl: :rotfl:

John

I don't know what you are talking about:seizure: :seizure: .......... :lmao: :lmao:

Josh

abadsvt

06-27-2008, 08:20 AM

abadsvt

09-24-2008, 04:06 PM

Well i got a little more done on my truck since my last post. Got the raised bed floor built and ready to be installed back on the frame. I also just got done building the one of the headers. I wanted a set of long tube headers that were equal length primaries and that tucked into my frame so i decided to build them. I think they came out great and they look kind of cool. What i like alot is that i built the header so the center of the collector is at the same height as the rest of the exhaust so it will be nice and level. Anyways here are some pics.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/bedfloorpics1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/bedfloorpics4-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/bedfloorpics5-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/driversideheaderpic11-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/driversideheaderpic2-1.jpg

Josh

abadsvt

09-24-2008, 04:07 PM

A few more pics

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/driversideheaderpic3-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/driversideheaderpic4-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/driversideheaderpic5-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/driversideheaderpic6-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/driversideheaderpic7-1.jpg

Josh

abadsvt

09-24-2008, 04:09 PM

A few more

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/driversideheaderpic9-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/driversideheaderpic8-1.jpg

Here is a bunch of stuff that i recently got

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/vbandclamps-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/mufflers-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/rideprogauges-1.jpg

Josh

abadsvt

09-24-2008, 04:12 PM

Here is a few pics of my gas tank that i built. I am not done I still have to weld the top on and install the intake fuel pump and what not but you get to see the basic layout of it. I made these sleeves and spaces to give it a clean look and that way it is easier to remove if needed later on. Also i am going to add 2 more mounting spots near the rear of the tank.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/gastank1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/gastank2-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/gastank3-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/gastanksleeves1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/gastanksleeves2-1.jpg

Josh

abadsvt

09-24-2008, 04:14 PM

THe last pics for now.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/gastanksleeves3-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/gastank5-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/gastank6-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/gastank4-1.jpg

Here is my new oil pan

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/09/oilpan-1.jpg

Josh

796spdbu

09-24-2008, 06:24 PM

Glad to see you over here Josh! I have talked with you over at 67-72chevytrucks.com Over there I go by 71' tahoe. Nice progress!!

formula98

09-24-2008, 06:42 PM

Great looking project(s)! I love the headers do you have any pics of the fab work on the headers? I would like to make a set myself....

coneeng

09-24-2008, 09:00 PM

Nice headers Josh!

abadsvt

09-24-2008, 09:52 PM

Nice headers Josh!

Thanks and I just wanted to say that you guys were a pleasure to do business with. I don't know exactly who i spoke too but top notch customer service and I have and will keep telling people about you guys. I have had a few pm's over on another forum asking about headers and i mention that they should get in touch with you guys for the collectors and header parts. Thanks

Josh

abadsvt

09-24-2008, 09:53 PM

Great looking project(s)! I love the headers do you have any pics of the fab work on the headers? I would like to make a set myself....

I didn't take any for this side but i will try and remember for the passenger side. I am hoping to start them friday or saturday. I will let you know. Thanks for the complements!

Josh

abadsvt

09-24-2008, 09:59 PM

Glad to see you over here Josh! I have talked with you over at 67-72chevytrucks.com Over there I go by 71' tahoe. Nice progress!!

Thanks for the complements!!!

Josh

abadsvt

10-04-2008, 09:44 PM

Finally got the passenger side header done. It has a slightly different design than the drivers side header. The reason for that is because there is less room on the passenger side because of the starter. It made it more difficult to design but a little easier to build. I still have to finish welding the primaries to the flanges but needed a little brake first. Anyways here is some pics and hopefully tonight or tomorrow i can get the rest of the exhaust built underneath the cab.

Josh

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/10/passengersideheaderpic12-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/10/passengersideheaderpic2-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/10/passengersideheaderpic3-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/10/passengersideheaderpic5-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/10/passengersideheaderpic4-1.jpg

WS6

10-05-2008, 07:11 AM

fantastic work! Any idea on the capacity of fuel tank?

got_hp?

10-05-2008, 08:05 AM

gorgeous headers!

abadsvt

10-05-2008, 12:19 PM

fantastic work! Any idea on the capacity of fuel tank?

Yeah that fuel tank is just under 20gals but i am actually going to change the tank to a slightly different design and I was thinking about 16-17gals. Thanks for the complements!

abadsvt

10-05-2008, 12:25 PM

gorgeous headers!

THanks for the kind words! I am glad there done.:woot:

Regan

10-07-2008, 09:33 PM

abadsvt

10-15-2008, 09:29 PM

Wow, this thing is great. That frame and those headers are amazing! I wish I could weld half that well.

I didn't notice it anywhere else in the thread (though I may be blind) but what rims are those?

Thanks! The wheels are Foose Nitrous but they stoped making them with the grey centers so i bought chrome ones and then had the powdercoated with a special charcol grey that has a fair amout of flake in it. They look bad a$$ in person. Talk to you later

maldo

10-17-2008, 12:06 PM

nice work

dhondagod

10-17-2008, 08:07 PM

Those headers are beautiful! Where did you source the large radius bends for them? Mild steel I assume?

They look DAMN sexy! (But you already knew that!)

Chris:cool:

abadsvt

10-19-2008, 08:36 AM

Those headers are beautiful! Where did you source the large radius bends for them? Mild steel I assume?

They look DAMN sexy! (But you already knew that!)

Chris:cool:

Thanks man! Yes they are mild steel. The manderal bent bends were from SPD but I bought them through Rodger at Ironworks. The tubing was very nice to work with and fit very well. I was a little surprised to be honest. I have a few extra bends if you are looking for a few that i could sell. Talk to you later

Josh

73supreme455

12-12-2008, 08:17 PM

Awesome build. Great job on the custom work.

1971CHEVELLE

12-12-2008, 09:05 PM

Killer project. Can't wait to see more of it:cool:

Motown 454

12-13-2008, 04:09 PM

Awesome build! And beautiful job on the headers. That raised bed floor is a great idea.
Keep us posted.

abadsvt

12-15-2008, 10:27 AM

I got more done about 2-3 weeks ago but i forgot to post over here. I guess with all the madness of trying to get stuff done it must slipped my mind. Anyways i was able to get the new rear end installed, fab'd up all new brackets, built a new gas tank (the top of the gas tank isn't welded yet just sitting on there), get the motor and tranny installed, started the exhaust (still trying to figure out how i want the exhust to exit) and started planning the sheetmetal intake and vavle covers i want to build. After that was done i wanted to see how everything looked so i rolled it outside and took a few pics. Let me know what you think!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/frameandmotorpic1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/frameandmotorpic3-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/frameandmotorpic5-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/frameandmotorpic2-1.jpg

abadsvt

12-15-2008, 10:29 AM

Here is a pic of most of the sheetmetal installed. It sits about 1.25" off the ground to the rockers

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/sheetmetalontruckpic3-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/sheetmetalontruckpic4-1.jpg

And here is a pic of the ride height

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/rideheightpic1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2008/12/rideheightpic2-1.jpg

Josh

Johnny C.

12-15-2008, 04:36 PM

Awesome truck. Your frame has some really cool features. Nice work.

73supreme455

12-15-2008, 08:12 PM

Great fab work. Love the wheel/tire combo.

abadsvt

05-18-2009, 02:51 PM

I haven't updated my thread on here for a while even though i have made more progress so i thought i would update it a little. Basically i have moved into a new shop for my business that allows has some extra space that i am able to work on my truck in. I recently built new inner fenders for the bed and completely reskined the inside of the bed. Wanted something clean and smooth. I also got most of the wood for the bed finished. I still have alot to do in the bed but its starting to look like a bed!! Here are some pics. The wood and the stainless flat bar are not fully bolted down yet so that is why some look slightly higher than others. When i am all done it will be flush with the wood.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/newbedsidepic6-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/newbedsidepic5-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/newbedsidepic7-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/newbedsidepic1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/newbedsidepic2-1.jpg

abadsvt

05-18-2009, 02:52 PM

More

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/bedsideskinspic1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/bedsideskinspic2-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/bedsideskinspic3-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/bedsideskinspic4-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/bedsideskinspic6-1.jpg

abadsvt

05-18-2009, 02:53 PM

More and I ran short of the stainless steel flat bar so that is why some are missing and why there is mild steel flat bar in some spots. I will get a pic when i get more stainless and have them fully installed.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/bedsideskinspic5-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/bedsideskinspic7-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/bedsideskinspic8-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/bedsideskinspic9-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/bedsideskinspic10-1.jpg

abadsvt

05-18-2009, 02:56 PM

Here is a rendering Carter Hickman did. I am going with the blue one.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/BlueRenderingpic1-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/RedRenderingpic1-1.jpg

Some valve covers i built

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/valvecoverpics3-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/valvecoverpics4-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/valvecoverpics5-1.jpg

abadsvt

05-18-2009, 03:01 PM

Here is a pic of the frame and frame jig in the second part of the shop.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/frameinnewshoppic2-1.jpg

Josh

Ratty 46

05-18-2009, 05:23 PM

Hey Josh,

Great project so far ..... I'll keep an eye out for progress. Another build to motivate mine!!

Paul

birdsandbowties

05-18-2009, 06:10 PM

man,,,, that is unreal !! awesome !!!

CruizinKev

05-18-2009, 07:59 PM

wow very nice work!!! :twothumbs

Motown 454

05-18-2009, 08:15 PM

Its looking sweet..

brrymnvette

05-19-2009, 06:38 AM

I love this build. This is my dream truck. I've been looking for a cheap one to DD and restore. Is this posted on 67-72chevytrucks.com?

syborg tt

05-19-2009, 12:43 PM

Freaking Awesome - I love the wheel tubs !!!!!!!!!!!

HIOSILVER

05-19-2009, 01:39 PM

very nice work....

abadsvt

05-19-2009, 02:54 PM

I love this build. This is my dream truck. I've been looking for a cheap one to DD and restore. Is this posted on 67-72chevytrucks.com?

Yeah its posted over there. Thats the forum i am on all the time. Its a good group of people! You a member over there?

Thanks guys for the kind words! I have ALOT of hours invested in this thing and its nice to know that people like what i am building. I should have some more progress by the end of next week. I am having to go out of town for the rest of the week.

Josh