PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**ChiefRocka** · 08-03-2007, 08:38 AM

Here's a few shots of the rolling C-20 chassis my customer & son dropped off at my shop for some fab work.

Basically we are prepping the frame for bags, c-notch, and fuel tank before it's off the powder-coater.

Here's a few shots....Man I wish I had time to do this to the Chief !!!

Also want to mention what a great job San Jose Steam Cleaners did on this frame. This makes my work a lot easier.

John

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**ChiefRocka** · 08-03-2007, 08:47 AM

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Here's the customer supplied air-ride parts from FBI....Good stuff....
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**ChiefRocka** · 08-03-2007, 08:53 AM

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Disassembly began last night.....
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Action shot....
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More tonight.....

John

**ChiefRocka** · 08-03-2007, 08:57 AM

Here's a few shots of the rolling C-20 chassis my customer & son dropped off at my shop for some fab work.

Basically we are prepping the frame for bags, c-notch, and fuel tank before it's off the powder-coater.

Here's a few shots....Man I wish I had time to do this to the Chief !!!

Also want to mention what a great job San Jose Steam Cleaners did on this frame. This makes my work a lot easier.

John

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**ChiefRocka** · 08-03-2007, 08:59 AM

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Here's the customer supplied air-ride parts from FBI....Good stuff....
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**ChiefRocka** · 08-03-2007, 09:00 AM

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Disassembly began last night.....
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Action shot....
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More tonight.....

John

slammed1966chevy · 08-03-2007, 07:29 PM

Nice reminds me of mine !

L0WRIDE · 08-03-2007, 09:42 PM

440chevy · 01-26-2009, 03:44 PM

did i just get hit with deja vue?

**ChiefRocka** · 01-28-2009, 06:10 AM

Here are 80 more pics Rich...thought I has lost my phone, but I found it...here you go !!!
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David Flores · 08-08-2007, 10:33 PM

Nice. You're making me want to go air ride all the way around.

**ChiefRocka** · 08-08-2007, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by David Flores

Nice. You're making me want to go air ride all the way around.

Sure, why not ??

No but really,

You sound like you just want to do the rear for now....I think that is perfectly fine. Adjustability and extra load capacity, you can't beat it.

I forgot to mention, they also offer an in-expensive "air-shock" controller system. (that can be adapted to the bags). This is the next step up from the schrader valve set-up. Small low-current compresser, and incab guage and control. Works good. Sure you wont be winning any lowrider HOP competitions, but hey you cant win them all !

64shortc10 · 08-08-2007, 11:41 PM

Just wondering if the c-notch was purchased from FBI also? Looking goood, love the pics keep em coming! Later

Tony from Norcal

David Flores · 08-09-2007, 12:00 AM

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Originally Posted by ChiefRocka

Sure, why not ??

No but really,

You sound like you just want to do the rear for now....I think that is perfectly fine. Adjustability and extra load capacity, you can't beat it.

I forgot to mention, they also offer an in-expensive "air-shock" controller system. (that can be adapted to the bags). This is the next step up from the schrader valve set-up. Small low-current compresser, and incab guage and control. Works good. Sure you wont be winning any lowrider HOP competitions, but hey you cant win them all !

Which system is this, and where can i buy it?

slammed1966chevy · 08-09-2007, 08:32 AM

Looks good !

**ChiefRocka** · 08-09-2007, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by 64shortc10

Just wondering if the c-notch was purchased from FBI also? Looking goood, love the pics keep em coming! Later
Tony from Norcal

I believe everything was purchased from FBI.....

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Originally Posted by David Flores

Which system is this, and where can i buy it?

Air-lift makes this kit....I will get you the part number later...I'm late for work...

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Originally Posted by slammed1966chevy

Looks good !

Thanks.....

John

**slepysal** · 08-09-2007, 11:29 AM

NICE WORK !!! Makes me want to go air ride, but first I have to fix my diff.

Jdub · 08-09-2007, 02:51 PM

Rocka, nice work you are doing. Very clean. I had a couple questions tho. Me and a friend (sam59) are probably going to bag his truck pretty soon, and I was wondering which bags you were using on the front. Firestone 2500/2600's? Slam specialties? Did those lower cups for underneath the bag come with them as a kit, made for the 60's model? If not, what size cup is that? That upper bag mount looks good. Eliminates welding which is nice for those of us without welders. Did that bolt on bracket also come from fbi, or did you make it? Last question I promise, how did dropping those A arms go? Any recommendations? Are new parts (e.i. bushings, pins) necessary when putting them back together? I haven't done a lot of work on trucks this old and I'm weary about breaking something. Sorry for all the questions, but I've got bags on my 2000 sierra in the garage and its just a little different. Thanks

hewlett2002000 · 08-09-2007, 08:07 PM

well Jdub i dont know anything about bags or how they works or are installed but you said your afraid to break something? in my experience its hard as hell to break anything on these trucks while your working on them. seems to me like the 2000 would be more sensitive to accidental breaks.
John

**ChiefRocka** · 08-10-2007, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Jdub

Rocka, nice work you are doing. Very clean. I had a couple questions tho. Me and a friend (sam59) are probably going to bag his truck pretty soon, and I was wondering which bags you were using on the front. Firestone 2500/2600's? Slam specialties? Did those lower cups for underneath the bag come with them as a kit, made for the 60's model? If not, what size cup is that? That upper bag mount looks good. Eliminates welding which is nice for those of us without welders. Did that bolt on bracket also come from fbi, or did you make it? Last question I promise, how did dropping those A arms go? Any recommendations? Are new parts (e.i. bushings, pins) necessary when putting them back together? I haven't done a lot of work on trucks this old and I'm weary about breaking something. Sorry for all the questions, but I've got bags on my 2000 sierra in the garage and its just a little different. Thanks

No problem about the questions man...thats why I'm and everyone else here is for.

Anyway....We are using the Slams all the way around.....the bolt on plate came with this kit, as well as the lower cups....however I did reproduce it for future installs. I wouldn't worry about snapping any bolts when dropping the arms...as a matter of fact, they should be coated with a nice layer of oil/grease from the years !!!

As far as the bushings, we will probably replace everything with new when it goes back to getting after powder-coating...but again it is not neccesary....as there are no rubber bushings to deal with. Just check them for slop...if the truck was maintained and greased at regular intervals from day one, them they are probably ok.

It's a really nice kit...easy to install, however the only drawback on the front is because the plate mounts flat under the frame pocket...it will not drop as low as some might want. Mounting the bag inside the pocket (up higher) and trimming the pipe a little (1" max) will allow more drop.

Again this is not what this particular customer of mine is looking for.

Something to keep in mind...hope this helps...

John

Sam_in_AZ · 08-10-2007, 11:12 AM

Hey chief - sent you a PM re: parts...

Jdub · 08-10-2007, 01:30 PM

Thanks for the reply. I see what you are saying about the top mounting plate restricting some potential 'lowness' that you could achieve. However, I'm not trying to lay rocker either, I just want a nice stance. What kind of drop are you expecting with that setup? Keep the pictures coming!

gulfcoast66 · 08-10-2007, 04:21 PM

Hey chief whats the price for bags and the hardware, Just to run a line to the back like old skool air shocks? Just trying to get a feel about bag set up. Thats some good work you are doing bro.

PrerunnerRob · 08-10-2007, 11:40 PM

I just got a set of those valves today, any chance to try them out yet?

**ChiefRocka** · 08-12-2007, 02:29 PM

Not yet man....you might be trying yours before I try out these !!!

Three terminals on the coil...which one's do we use ?...I'm assuming the the two with the LED and clamping DIODE soldered between them.

John

08-03-2007, 08:38 AM	#1
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build Here's a few shots of the rolling C-20 chassis my customer & son dropped off at my shop for some fab work. Basically we are prepping the frame for bags, c-notch, and fuel tank before it's off the powder-coater. Here's a few shots....Man I wish I had time to do this to the Chief !!! Also want to mention what a great job San Jose Steam Cleaners did on this frame. This makes my work a lot easier. John - - - - __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 08-03-2007 at 08:54 AM.

08-03-2007, 08:47 AM	#2
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: PROJECT Father/Son Chassis build.... - - - Here's the customer supplied air-ride parts from FBI....Good stuff.... - - - - - __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 08-03-2007 at 08:58 AM.

08-03-2007, 08:53 AM	#3
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: PROJECT Father/Son Chassis build.... - Disassembly began last night..... - - - Action shot.... - More tonight..... John __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 08-03-2007 at 08:59 AM.

08-03-2007, 08:57 AM	#4
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build Here's a few shots of the rolling C-20 chassis my customer & son dropped off at my shop for some fab work. Basically we are prepping the frame for bags, c-notch, and fuel tank before it's off the powder-coater. Here's a few shots....Man I wish I had time to do this to the Chief !!! Also want to mention what a great job San Jose Steam Cleaners did on this frame. This makes my work a lot easier. John - - - - __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 08-03-2007 at 09:20 AM.

08-03-2007, 08:59 AM	#5
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build - - - Here's the customer supplied air-ride parts from FBI....Good stuff.... - - - - - __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 08-03-2007 at 09:20 AM.

08-03-2007, 09:00 AM	#6
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build - Disassembly began last night..... - - - Action shot.... - More tonight..... John __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

08-03-2007, 07:29 PM	#7
slammed1966chevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Bentonville / Arkansas Posts: 226	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build Nice reminds me of mine !

08-03-2007, 09:42 PM	#8
L0WRIDE Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND Posts: 2,166	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build __________________ 49 CHEVROLET 1/2 TON, 52 CHEVROLET SEDAN 62 HARDTOP NOVA 65 CHEVROLET BB LWB FLEETSIDE 90 CHEVROLET EXTRA CAB CHEVY ONLY - NZ Chapter http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=137984

01-26-2009, 03:44 PM	#9
440chevy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: gardena california Posts: 5	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build did i just get hit with deja vue?

01-28-2009, 06:10 AM	#10
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build Here are 80 more pics Rich...thought I has lost my phone, but I found it...here you go !!! - - - - - - - - - - __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

08-08-2007, 10:33 PM	#11
David Flores Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Temple Texas Posts: 399	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build Nice. You're making me want to go air ride all the way around. __________________ 66 c10 swbfs My Build.

08-08-2007, 11:41 PM	#13
64shortc10 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Winters, Ca. Posts: 1,069	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build Just wondering if the c-notch was purchased from FBI also? Looking goood, love the pics keep em coming! Later Tony from Norcal

08-09-2007, 08:32 AM	#15
slammed1966chevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Bentonville / Arkansas Posts: 226	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build Looks good !

08-09-2007, 11:29 AM	#17
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build NICE WORK !!! Makes me want to go air ride, but first I have to fix my diff. __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... "

08-09-2007, 02:51 PM	#18
Jdub Big gulps huh? Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Moore, OK Posts: 63	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build Rocka, nice work you are doing. Very clean. I had a couple questions tho. Me and a friend (sam59) are probably going to bag his truck pretty soon, and I was wondering which bags you were using on the front. Firestone 2500/2600's? Slam specialties? Did those lower cups for underneath the bag come with them as a kit, made for the 60's model? If not, what size cup is that? That upper bag mount looks good. Eliminates welding which is nice for those of us without welders. Did that bolt on bracket also come from fbi, or did you make it? Last question I promise, how did dropping those A arms go? Any recommendations? Are new parts (e.i. bushings, pins) necessary when putting them back together? I haven't done a lot of work on trucks this old and I'm weary about breaking something. Sorry for all the questions, but I've got bags on my 2000 sierra in the garage and its just a little different. Thanks



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08-09-2007, 08:07 PM	#19
hewlett2002000 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Cleveland, Tx Posts: 1,619	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build well Jdub i dont know anything about bags or how they works or are installed but you said your afraid to break something? in my experience its hard as hell to break anything on these trucks while your working on them. seems to me like the 2000 would be more sensitive to accidental breaks. John __________________ Respect: 1. A feeling of appreciative, often deferential regard; esteem. 2. The state of being regarded with honor or esteem. 3. Willingness to show consideration or appreciation. When you fail to show consideration to others values you are showing disrespect.

08-10-2007, 11:12 AM	#21
Sam_in_AZ Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Gold Canyon, Arizona Posts: 35	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build Hey chief - sent you a PM re: parts... __________________ 64 Short Step 327 3spd

08-10-2007, 01:30 PM	#22
Jdub Big gulps huh? Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Moore, OK Posts: 63	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build Thanks for the reply. I see what you are saying about the top mounting plate restricting some potential 'lowness' that you could achieve. However, I'm not trying to lay rocker either, I just want a nice stance. What kind of drop are you expecting with that setup? Keep the pictures coming!

08-10-2007, 04:21 PM	#23
gulfcoast66 64-66 CHEVY JUNKIE Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Cypress ,Texas Posts: 1,516	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build Hey chief whats the price for bags and the hardware, Just to run a line to the back like old skool air shocks? Just trying to get a feel about bag set up. Thats some good work you are doing bro. __________________ 1966 C-10 Fleetside LWB, 350 Lt1 4l60-E 2008 Silverado Crew Cab, 4.8 4l60-E 1998 GMC Yukon 4x4 L-31 Vortec, 4l60-E 2017 GMC Serra 4x4 5.3 Vortec, 4l60-E Do It In A Chevrolet

08-10-2007, 11:40 PM	#24
PrerunnerRob Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: San Jose Posts: 847	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build I just got a set of those valves today, any chance to try them out yet?

08-12-2007, 02:29 PM	#25
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: PROJECT "Father/Son" C-20 Rolling Chassis Build Not yet man....you might be trying yours before I try out these !!! Three terminals on the coil...which one's do we use ?...I'm assuming the the two with the LED and clamping DIODE soldered between them. John __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!" Last edited by ChiefRocka; 08-12-2007 at 02:30 PM.

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