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Old 05-28-2012, 05:22 PM   #1
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71 stepside build

Hi all, new to the forum and building old c10s so I may have some questions or crazy ideas so bear with me. First off this is a truck I'm building for a buddy, we are in process of getting frame blasted and collecting parts. Sheet metal was repaired and painted by previous owner so as for now not many plans for re painting but who knows!

Specs are 71 stepside, plans for a 5.3 or 6.0 swap, 3:73 limited slip, cpp suspension, billet wheels, and everything is being replaced. So there is a LOT of factory parts available to be bought including all factory steering and suspension. I will post a few pics tonight from CPU when I get home
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Old 05-28-2012, 07:42 PM   #2
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Look forward to seeing your progress.
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Old 05-28-2012, 10:04 PM   #3
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Here are some pics of what we are starting with
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Old 05-28-2012, 10:07 PM   #4
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and after 36 hrs in garage, the engine cradle has also been removed
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Old 05-28-2012, 10:21 PM   #5
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Re: 71 stepside build

also have a pile of parts that need to be gone, what you see is what i need gone so just let me know
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Old 05-29-2012, 01:23 PM   #6
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Re: 71 stepside build

looks like you have your hands full like i do.enjoy the build and make it your own.
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Old 05-30-2012, 03:43 PM   #7
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looks like you have a real build going on here. You also have a private message
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Old 05-31-2012, 08:02 PM   #8
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Re: 71 stepside build

Thanks for the compliments guys!

Update frame is goin to get powder coated and patches have been made for firewall. All the CPP suspension is on its way

Can anyone tell me where a good place is to get differential parts? (posi, gears, etc.)
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Old 06-01-2012, 07:42 PM   #9
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Looks like you have a nice start.
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Old 06-01-2012, 08:16 PM   #10
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Re: 71 stepside build

Picked up stainless brake lines, stainless hoses, line bracket kit and a couple other small pieces today. Hopefully when I get back in town from work next week I can pick up frame and let the fun begin of getting a rolling chassis
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Old 06-08-2012, 11:03 PM   #11
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Update

Frame is powder coated, wheels ordered, lots of metal work to be done and have been outta town for work all week. Pics soon
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Old 10-01-2012, 07:12 PM   #12
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UPDATE and Pics to follow

After 2 months all suspension components have finally shown up, also have the first new disc brake set up from Master Power Brakes, Half the sheet metal work is complete. Will get some pics up as soon as i am able
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Old 11-22-2012, 12:17 PM   #13
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Have been working on shaving firewall and replacing rockers and such off and on here are a few pics
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Old 11-22-2012, 12:19 PM   #14
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Old 11-22-2012, 12:21 PM   #15
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Molding old air plate in to firewall
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Old 11-22-2012, 12:24 PM   #17
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Wheels showed up as well, pic of what will be on truck.
22x8 in front 22x10 rear
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Nice!
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