Newbie with a 65 Chevy
 

I am in the process of building a 65 from the ground up. I am new at this so I will have a lot of questions. I bought a wrecked 2000 Silverado with a 5.3 and 4l60e to put in it. I will try to post some pics.

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Here are a few pics of progress.

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More pics

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So pics of frame after I wire brushed and sprayed with chassi saver.

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And the new wheels and tires. 245/35/20 equss wheels

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Welcome to the forum and congrats on the new purchase. Looks like you made quick work of tearing it down. Now the fun begins to rebuild. Keep us updated w/pics and progress.

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I was installing 5.3 and trans to test fit and had problems. I got adapter plates for stock mount location but when I was putting it in found out I have 6 cylinder perches. Waiting on v8 perches now. My next install will be fuel tank. What tank is everyone using? I want to mount it in rear between frame.

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Welcome. For your first build thread, those first 3 pics have to be the best yet!

I haven't swapped mine yet, but if you look in the FAQ section near the top of the page, you will find tank options. Also use the search window on the right side of the page... " tank " should bring up a ton of info, good luck

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Welcome and nice purchase! Good work so far! T.J.:chevy:

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Thanks guys. I have been using the site for awhile. A lot of good information.

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Welcome to the forum.
Like the progress so far.
Sub'd

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You can also use tube pearch mounts, from CPP. Good product, thats what we used on our 61 with a 1st gen 350.

Glenn

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Hello and welcome to the forum

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Looks like you will have an awesome truck when you get it together. Good luck with your build and thanks for sharing with us.

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:hi: and :welcome2: aboard!!!
Looks like a great start and smoking progress...:metal:

You've come to the right place... There is a Wealth of Info out here and the members here are Awesome!!!:mm:

Here's the link to the FAQ section... Tons of Great Info
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559678

On a side note, if you ever get down around Searcy way, feel free to drop by and talk trucks...:burnout:

Sent ya a PM with contact details...

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Thanks for the warm welcome. I am sure I will have a lot of questions. I had to take the week off for my new grand baby. This is my first so I might not have any new updates for a week or two. Trying to soak her all in while I can. But I will keep yall updated on the build.

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Christmas came early :). Here are some pics of my new 3/5 lowering kit from CPP.

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I stopped by Mr Bryds and picked up my v8 motor perches on my way to Dallas to see my grand baby. He has a shop at bald knob with lots of parts mostly for 67-72. Maybe I will have more up dates next week.

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Looks awesome! Nice Christmas gift! lol!

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Have a Blessed Thanksgiving!!!

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That's a great looking truck and you have a great project going, keep up the good work! That's going to be one reliable truck when you're done. :thumbs:

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I have been looking at a new fuel tank from Boyd's. They are running a special over the holidays until Dec 2 10% off and free shipping. What does everyone think of that tank?

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Mine came in last week, if I would have waited I would have saved about 70 bucks. It's a beautiful tank tho
http://i1070.photobucket.com/albums/...psouckin7t.jpg

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Man that's a good looking tank! Are you using a carb or fuel injection on your truck?

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Mines carbureted, ill let you know how the fit goes, but you are more likely to finish before me :D

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Thanks for the reply. I think I am going to pull the trigger on one while they are on sale. :metal:

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I have not got a lot done on the truck. I did modify my new v8 mounts. I cut the humps out and welded them back on the bottom to make clearence for the exhaust. I also modified my transmission cross member. I will post some pics later. I forgot to take pics of them. Here is some pics of my last project. My wife has claimed it. I just finished it this summer. This is before.

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This is after. :)

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I got some pics of my motor perches that I modified and the transmission crossmember. I got the idea from Matt here on the forum.

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The one on the left is the v8 and the right is 6 cylinder. I had already modified the v8 before I took pic. I just cut the hump off and welded it back in underneath. It gives more clearence for the exhaust manifolds.

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Here is crossmember. I notched the member and welded angle back in for support. Now I will mock it up and drill hole for trans mount.

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Here is pic.

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I installed my new lowering kit from CPP. It was not to bad, the front springs were a little tough. Here is some pics.

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Lookin' Good!!!

What trans are you going to be running?

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Thanks Don. I am using 4l60e. I have been watching your build it's looking good. Maybe before long I can stop by searcy and see it.

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I got the motor and transmission mounted. Everything fit like a glove. :) don't know if I have the correct angle on my drive shaft. Does anybody have a good way of determining the angle?

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I thought I would share some pics of my donor truck before I removed any parts. I hate to use it for that because it's in good shape but it does not have a title.

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Here is the other side.

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I am wanting to use the fleetside instead of the stepside.

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Done a little research and found some info on motor and rearend drive angles. Here is what I did to find my angles.