I have a quick question on this build. Where did you get your tubular motor mounts for the frame? I have found others that are close, but those have eluded me so far.

By the way, this truck is going together real well, great job....

I have a quick question on this build. Where did you get your tubular motor mounts for the frame? I have found others that are close, but those have eluded me so far.

By the way, this truck is going together real well, great job....

performanceonline.com

Glad you've gotten the communication back in order. The truck is looking great!

few more pics of the progress.... the pass. side door was about 3/4" of a gap when i went down there, now after some work check it out...
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3214-1.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3213-1.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3204.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3203.jpg

WOW...that gap is completely gone...Impressisve...Tell your dad that trip wasn't for nothing after all!!!
Tell Carlos great job!

That's looking great Don!

few more pics of the progress.... the pass. side door was about 3/4" of a gap when i went down there, now after some work check it out...
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/100_3214-1.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/100_3213-1.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/100_3204.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/100_3203.jpg

IM sorry, can you explain a little bit about the gap??? Your talking about the gap between the rain gutter and the door top edge correct? What did you do to get rid of that? Just some door adjustment?

Looks good btw. Also, glad your up and running with the business. :beer:

looking good... keep updating us with pics.....

any updates?

here are a few updates/ pics
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3282.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3281.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3280.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3279.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3278.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3277.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3276.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3275.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3274.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3268.jpg

http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3267.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3266.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3264.jpg

nice progress!

That's some sweet body work. Those gaps are fantastic! Those smooth door jambs aren't too shabby either:D

and a few more...
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3303.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3302.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3301.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3300.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3296.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/100_3295.jpg

lookin good Don , what's the color gonna be?

thats lookin nice, im probaly gonna let carlos paint my truck too

mike nutt:
black....;)

when can I get red in line for some of that handy work ?? TEXAS

Looking good Don!!

coming along quite nicely! :) Let me know when you are ready for me to go add a little flair into the mix ;) :devil:

I have noticed that you like to use the moroso spiral flow mufflers on your LS builds. I was thinking about running the Flowmaster delta 50's, would you know how they compare??

IMO flowmasters and borla sound like crap on these LS engines....magnaflow, and the moroso spiral flows sound the best on these LS engines...thats just my opinon tho..

IMO flowmasters and borla sound like crap on these LS engines....magnaflow, and the moroso spiral flows sound the best on these LS engines...thats just my opinon tho..

I agree on the mufflers, I don't know about moroso but magnaflows are a good choice.

68 short step, you are doing some damn nice work by the way:metal:

thank you jkade, BTW did you sell your red truck????
ATP----you can here killer71 sound clips of the spiral flows and jkade has a sound clip of the magnaflows....

thank you jkade, BTW did you sell your red truck????
ATP----you can here killer71 sound clips of the spiral flows and jkade has a sound clip of the magnaflows....

Nah, decided I couldn't part with it, I am just going to spend a little more money on a vintage air, weather stripping, and some dynamat and she will handle a little baby just fine. That thing is like a drug to me anyways, I have had a 5.0 mustang, and ls1 trans am but this thing is a thrill to drive. I have never owned anything that will blow the back tires off so easy and for so long:lol:

Awesome build thread!! I really need to find me a 6.0 to place in my truck but I guess for now its going to be a traditional 350 or 400 small block.....unless I find a great deal anyway. Your in Tulsa and about 1 hour and 45 minutes from me,I may want to check it out in person next time Im in the area if its possible ( I will pm soon). I like your gas tank,and the body work is coming along really nice,kudos to the body guys.

I noticed the driveshaft coming out of the tranny ran up hill......it appears you may have to alter the trans mount to raise the tailshaft up or really pay close attention to the rear pinion angle when its all said and done........just an observation,I know when you have it on the ground with all the body panels and such on it you will be able to check it better.

Subscribed!! Keep us posted.

Hey Shifty,
Can you get me some pics and a list of parts you used for the hydraulic or mechanical clutch you went with? Sent you a PM also about it. Gotta 64 GMC I am doing same swap with also :D Engine and tranny mounted in frame for mock up of all accessories then get down to buying more parts. Sweet Sweet Sweet work you are doing there :D


Thanks
Sean Wolff

Nah, decided I couldn't part with it, I am just going to spend a little more money on a vintage air, weather stripping, and some dynamat and she will handle a little baby just fine. That thing is like a drug to me anyways, I have had a 5.0 mustang, and ls1 trans am but this thing is a thrill to drive. I have never owned anything that will blow the back tires off so easy and for so long:lol:


those were my exact words to 68 ss about killer...in the short time i had it it was simply a thirill to drive...can't imagine what the ls7 will be like;)

Hey Shifty,
Can you get me some pics and a list of parts you used for the hydraulic or mechanical clutch you went with? Sent you a PM also about it. Gotta 64 GMC I am doing same swap with also :D Engine and tranny mounted in frame for mock up of all accessories then get down to buying more parts. Sweet Sweet Sweet work you are doing there :D


Thanks
Sean Wolff

shifty has a build up thread here and on ls1tech.....he also has lots of pics on his photo album in his sig.....
SIDENOTE: why are there quite a few people that think shifty is 68 short step????:crazy:

hmm...i haven't picked up on that yet???

sorry didnt realize there were two seperate posts on this subject. my apologies

Sean

68 SS where is the speedo for this motor/tranny? I know it is electric but curious where I will pull from on mine?

68 SS where is the speedo for this motor/tranny? I know it is electric but curious where I will pull from on mine?

umm, not quite sure what your asking....but hope this helps...im running a autometer electric speed-o and the signal is coming from the PCM (VSS output), another way is to tap into the VSS wire and then to the speed-o signal input.....if that doesnt help, LMK and ill try to answer what your asking..;)

Just read this entire thread, giving me some good ideas. Great Build and whatnot. I will have to check out Carlos' shop when i get back to the house.

So many people on this board from Ls1Tech too..... Didnt realize.... Great writeup, and i am in for updates

updates?

updates?


http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r21/frankyazm/THUMBUP.gif

no updates, just still at bodyshop/paint prision.....

...and the key has been lost!:devil:

...and the key has been lost!:devil:

I hate that. I lost mine for about a month. The truck was not ready to be run yet so no big deal. I found it in the key box under a business card. I still haven't made some copies!

no updates, just still at bodyshop/paint prision.....
Did the 'warden' ever contact you or is he still AWOL?

I'm curious why you didn't shave the side marker lights. I know they were standard on the '68 but the large rear window was optional in '67.

At least keep people guessing! I love the way your truck is comming out.

Can't wait to see it finished.

D

Did the 'warden' ever contact you or is he still AWOL?
its kinda hit and miss on contacting him (more miss then hit):uhmk:
I'm curious why you didn't shave the side marker lights. I know they were standard on the '68 but the large rear window was optional in '67.

At least keep people guessing! I love the way your truck is comming out.

Can't wait to see it finished.

D

i kept the sidemarkers cause i like em, plus i did the rear sidemarker flipout for the gas fill.....

68 short step- looking good! sent u a PM.

Great buildup thread! You were making such great progress until the truck was sentenced to 8 months in painter's prison. Any recent updates?

now the only updates i have is....(finger crossed) im suspose to get it back april 11th...so we'll see

Tell Carlos Apurate.. Cant wait to see progress pics.

I think our trucks are cell mates! I'm going down there one of these weekends to get it back, bummer of a deal

He should bring both of you guys trucks back to each of you!!!

He should bring both of you guys trucks back to each of you!!!

AMANNNNN, brother....:biteing tounge:

Wow, can't believe you're having such a time with this deal. I hope it looks awesome when you get it back!!

Wow, can't believe you're having such a time with this deal. I hope it looks awesome when you get it back!!
Is there still hope it will actually be completed or was that delivery date just to get it out of his posession?

Is there still hope it will actually be completed or was that delivery date just to get it out of his posession?

hope is all i have, that it'll actually be completed by him, but yes he said it would be finished(again)..:waah:

want me to run by there for you and snap some pics... IIRC his shop is in Deer Park

I Can Answer For Him....yea Buddy!

whats the address? and also i can recommend another body shop in the area... he did my bike and is VERY reasonable on custom paint. should you choose to let him do it for you, i will borrow a trailer and pick your truck up from deer park and haul it for you over to another shop. No charge this time.

www.Paintbyjohn.com

shoot yea, snap a few for me if you dont mind...:)

carlos contact info is
All Pro Auto Collision
4815 FM 646 Rd. E.
Dickinson, Tx. 77539

damn, that shop i posted is only like 5 minutes from there....Small world. i will try to make it out this weekend :)

damn, that shop i posted is only like 5 minutes from there....Small world. i will try to make it out this weekend :)

if you happen to see another 67 w/no bed snap some pics of it... if it's still there and not in 1000 peices in mexico by now:ito:

if you happen to see another 67 w/no bed snap some pics of it... if it's still there and not in 1000 peices in mexico by now:ito:

dadgum shame he couldn't hold his end up of the bargain and get these trucks completed

dadgum shame he couldn't hold his end up of the bargain and get these trucks completed
It sure is.

that goes for anyone who has held up there end of the bargain, and has not gotten anything in return from that guy.

but i will still go snap pics.

A little update: Motorcycle accident this weekend prevented me from making over to the guys shop to take pics..... i will get over there as my bike is now back in Dickinson at the other guys shop getting redone :(

hope you're ok, again i appriciate it..

HOW DOES THIS BUILD END? MUCH LIKE ALL THE ONES I DO........
MY 68 SHORT STEP WAS STOLLEN BY CARLOS BERNAIL OF ALL-PRO COLLISON IN DICKINSON TEXAS 4815 FM 646 RD E
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?p=2675909#post2675909

That happened to a local shop near me and screwed a bunch of guys. Hope you get your truck back.

68SS,

Sorry to hear about your troubles. I had a similar problem when I had the interior done in my 48. I just don't get why some people find it so hard to treat people decently or honestly. Issues like that are why I try to do everything myself, even if I end up messing it up and having to re-do it. Sad part is, that if had been honest with you and communicated what was going on, you would have been upset, but not to the point of wanting to sue him. I hope everything works out. Take care.

wow the last hour i read through the whole thread and then came to this. OMG this sucks!!! It happened with Lil' Red and I will never let another paint shop paint my hot rods again. Gonna paint them myself!

Sorry to hear about this...i'm sure u'll get it back one way or the other.
There must be a way u can contact the shop owner directly... if the truck is taking up space there, if sure he'd gladly let u pick it up.

maibe the chamber of comerce has the addres of the owner of the store or at least the legal owner .
he might be locked out of his store himself when he owes money to either the bank or the taxman

any updates? i might be down in that area this weekend,ill try to stop by a check things out.hopefully everything is good with your truck. Carlos "acted" like a nice guy when i met him a while back.

ok after a deal was made with the actual owner the shop carlos operates out of, i was able to make a deal and get my truck painted and back.......CARLOS HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH THE BODYWORK OR PAINT OF THIS TRUCK.


REPEAT::::CARLOS HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH THE BODYWORK OR PAINT OF THIS TRUCK.


cappel restoration in dickinson TX did the paint and body... here are a few sneak peaks at the truck.. better pics are on the way.
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/000_0140.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/000_0141.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/000_0144.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/000_0145.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c80/bigD76/68%20short%20step/000_0151.jpg

now that's an UPDATE....cant' wait to see the FOOSE's mounted on that bad boy!

Hey did they paint the metal woodstrips black or can u order em that way?

Hey did they paint the metal woodstrips black or can u order em that way?

the wood strips are painted black, i was wanting to keep them polished aluminum, but the black gives it a mean look.. its growing on me..

most definitely....we will go with that theme on the hulk (if ya don't mind)....gr8 idea!!!