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Awesome truck! Quick question, when you ordered the Porterbuilt front control arms did you get the 1" forward version? The wheels look pretty centered compared to other bagged trucks. I have been unable to find a pic of a truck with the 1" versions installed.
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Madmartigan - I really don't know that there was any specified arms - I pretty much told Nate what I was doing and he sold me the Stage 2 stuff I don't recall anything about 1" forward.

If you have any ?'s Nate and/or his staff is pretty good about getting back to you.

If I can help any any way just let me know - thanks Ronnie

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Hey Ronnie, though I've never posted on your tread,I have to tell you your truck is right up there with my favorites. Wheels,stance,patina etc..Perfect:metal:

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Hell Ya :) Thanks Nobby.

I am working on getting the bed floor finished before Goodguys, so I will update the build in the next few days.

Thanks again for the kind words - I love that stance and style on this truck to. It really is a lot of fun to drive as well. When I get it out on the freeway crusiing 60+ if just hugs the road. The bags make a big difference for sure.

Ronnie

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Finally getting around to covering up Picacho's good looking rear suspension! I've actually been a fan of keeping things open -I like to show off the pretty powder coated Porterbuilt components, but it's time to cover things up!

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I wanted something a little different, so I went with concrete form material. I originally was going to just go with 2 pieces and split the bed, but went with 3 and divided it up accordingly. I used a few of the original strips too!

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The rear diff hole will be covered with an access door. Once I get it back form painter I will update.

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Not to be out done by "Picacho", "Grandpa Joe" got some new threads too!
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I love these old saddle seat covers. I can't remember riding in a truck as a kid that didn't have one - Good times!

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Looks great Ronnie! Keep the pictures coming, :metal:

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That is a different look with concrete board.

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I was definitely going for different! I am liking how it turned out so far. I am going to have painter friend clear the wood with a semi-flat. I'm thinking it will darken it a little too. Maybe i should say enhance it a bit;)

We'll see - I will take a few pics.

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These are the "forward" arms. :)
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Ya what he said:lol:

Thanks Nate, hope things are well! You going to make it out to Dino's?

Ronnie

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Hey what size tires are on this truck?
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Justin - 255/40/20 & 295/40/20

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Thank you Sir!
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This is just too much fun!

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Bump

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Truck is looking good..

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Here are a few pictures of Picacho before I sent him down the road! The new owner is giving him a new power plant (5.3 ls), a one piece window kit, and I believe complete Accuair set up. Hopefully he takes over this thread and keeps us informed.

One cool story and a testament to Nate's (Porterbuilt) stuff -is the guy came out to buy the truck and brought a tow vehicle and trailer, I said you got to drive this bad boy at least out of town. He agreed and said he would drive it for an hour or so - then load it up and trailer it the rest of the way home.

The next day we talked and he couldn't believe how well the truck rode and handled - he drove it all the way - 7 hours, 400 miles! How cool is that!

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A few more;)

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Who doesn't love pictures!

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Always loved this truck.

So who's the new owner?

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Always loved this truck.

So who's the new owner?

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Thanks - I will check and see what his name/handle is on the site.

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The next day we talked and he couldn't believe how well the truck rode and handled - he drove it all the way - 7 hours, 400 miles! How cool is that![/QUOTE]

To add to the story, I ran the truck 75-85mph all the way home. Not bad for a 3 on the tree. The only thing more impressive then the truck was the fact my girlfriend rode all the way back home with me without a single complaint...no radio, wind noise I was impressed!

I'll start adding to the thread soon, still gathering up parts!

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Plans??