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GreenGoat · 02-22-2008, 01:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shifty

Stacey David...laidback stoner hippie
Lou Santiago...lunatic ex-military rocker

Sounds like oil and vinegar?

That would be a show ................... both are the best PowerBlock had on the air, with their skill and personalities it would be awsome.

You da' man Lou

Blue'72 · 02-23-2008, 08:26 AM

Opposites attract! You guys were meant for each other!!

chevydog66 · 02-23-2008, 10:45 AM

Lou, sweet work as always!! Since you have some free time now, just hop on over to Big Sandy, TN. for the annual truck meet. We'd all like to meet a celebrity in person.

LUCKIN-FOU · 02-23-2008, 12:32 PM

I know with the ride height at 5" engine placement might be an issue. I really don't want to run a big cowl hood. I didn't want to cut the crossmember in half so I could put tubing in it. Thinking what to, I remembered that one of you guys on the site had cut out the top of the crossmember and made it skinny. I looked around and found that JLAIRD had done this. So I tried it I've never done one like this before. Alittle more finish grinding and I think it might just look good

The fit wasn't that great but keeping with my plan of using all the scrap I could I hammered flat the piece that came out and fit it to make a small step.

Now all I have to do is weld it up Thanks JLAIRD

BLUE THUNDER · 02-23-2008, 12:42 PM

Dude, besides Jessi, you're my favorite host on the "Block". Well, Courtney probably edges you out too. I think it's her hair. Anyways, welcome to the board from San Antonio. Good luck on your project. Maybe we'll see you in S.A. sometime. LATER. Mario.

70c10 · 02-23-2008, 10:34 PM

You do nice work Lou

Whereabouts in Kannapolis do you live?. I have alot of family down there and was just there a few weeks ago to visit with my uncle before he passed away. I saw about 5 of the 67-72 trucks around town. My cousin races his Nova at Mooresville Dragway

jlaird · 02-24-2008, 07:30 AM

Hey Lou,

I can't take all the credit for the crossmember chop, but I did do it thanks to Captkaos's directions. Looks good so far. JUST FYI, the way you did yours is different than how it's usually done. Most people notch it all the way to under the frame rails for a lower ride height. It sounds like you did because you had some "engine placement" concerns, but I'm not quite sure what exactly you were concerned about. Anyway.....LATER!

Here's a nice concise write-up by Captkaos: http://www.captkaoscustoms.com/chopcross.html

**Captkaos** · 02-24-2008, 08:30 AM

Thanks jlaird, 'preciate it!
Lou dropped it with the framerails so the engine is higher now, so dropping it down the way he did will sit the motor down some in realtion to how the frame dropped it down.

Looking good Lou.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 02-25-2008, 08:00 AM

Welcome to the boards bummer you left the show I guess I ll be spending more time n the shop now..

paNX2K&SE-R · 02-25-2008, 08:42 AM

Excellent progress on your truck Lou. I'll tell you what, I'm really going to miss seeing you on the show. Just like when Stacy left Trucks, the show just isn't the same.

I gotta admit, when I read your posts all I hear is you talking with the NY accent in my head. It cracks me up big time lol.

corn · 02-25-2008, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by paNX2K&SE-R

Excellent progress on your truck Lou. I'll tell you what, I'm really going to miss seeing you on the show. Just like when Stacy left Trucks, the show just isn't the same.

I gotta admit, when I read your posts all I hear is you talking with the NY accent in my head. It cracks me up big time lol.

Me too! I can here Lou saying "Later" at the end of the show, when I read his posts...

bdydrp97s10 · 02-25-2008, 08:22 PM

i dont know if it has been covered already???

but why did you leave lou?

i would assume theres a problem at that shop somewhere either with managment of with how much they pay you guys, because they have all of there great builders leaving.

So why are all of the really great builders leaving the shows

shifty · 02-26-2008, 10:08 AM

I think it's kind of expected to ask questions regarding the show guys, but just realize that a) you are kinda taking the thread off-topic and b) he might not want to talk about that kinda stuff

It may not be my place to say this, but it was something that just crossed my mind

Giving the guy props is one thing (he deserves it) but hounding him with personal questions and talking about the show is ... I dunno, could be a little weird.

Just my 2¢

bdydrp97s10 · 02-27-2008, 05:26 AM

well sorry if it seems unappropriate.. thats just something ive always wondered.. since there has been about 4 different hosts on the show TRUCKS in the last year... and now lou is gone, and jessi is leaving

LUCKIN-FOU · 02-27-2008, 09:54 AM

I left the show for a couple of reasons The main one I had to get back with the family. The other ones I will just leave alone.

But anyway Captkaos is right I was a bit worried about the engine being to high. I think it will be alright now.

70c10 I'm right off of Centergrove rd. Now the engine is in the mounts are tacked up

The Gear Vendors gets put on in the morning. I'll finish up the mounts and start on the headers I plan on doing a mid lenght header. After that the rear end gets the 4-Bar. Then all of the bracing starts.

shifty · 02-27-2008, 10:03 AM

That's a snazzy looking tranny mount.

How is the weight distribution for the engine over the crossmember? Roughly the same as stock, or ??

SBTork · 02-27-2008, 10:08 AM

lookin real good Lou

LUCKIN-FOU · 02-27-2008, 10:20 AM

The engine is set back about 4" so I really don't know yet. When I get it done I'll scale it. I'll mount the cab in a couple of days. That should be fun making all the mounts.

**Captkaos** · 02-27-2008, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LUCKIN-FOU

I'll mount the cab in a couple of days. That should be fun making all the mounts.

Yeah, real fun. I envy you not...
Are you going to set them lower on the frame? (pending any clearance issues, but nothing a torch won't fix

)

**Captainfab** · 02-27-2008, 11:19 AM

I just found this thread tonight.....couldn't believe it was Lou. Ian showed up on OFN a while back, and now here's Lou. Welcome to the board Lou! I'm with everyone else....Muscle Car won't be the same without you. I get the feeling something's up with Trucks too since all they're showing is re-runs. I was hoping to see that '66 get done. And now Jessi's leaving....looks like Powerblock is going down the sh***er.

Anyway this looks like a really cool build Lou. And as usual some cool fab work too. I'll be subscribing so I don't miss anything.

72armyswbtruck · 02-27-2008, 12:56 PM

Lou.
First Welcome to the Board,
Second Awesome fab work, can't wait to see the finished product, thanks for joining our family here.
later
Army
Oh Yeah
Go Army beat Navy

jchav62 · 02-28-2008, 01:36 AM

Hey Lou. My girl told me you had been posting a project here...Finally found it!

Just wanted to say welcome and I look forward to seeing your awesome fab work......

I'll be checking this thread regularly......

**ChiefRocka** · 02-29-2008, 05:18 PM

Right on LOU......Glad to have another awesome fabricator join us here !!!

Welcome from San Jose, Cali.

You put on a great Tv show...but the Family is more important, and it's "where its at"

Great work so far....

Later

SCOTI · 02-29-2008, 08:12 PM

Hey Lou, I'm suprised I didn't see this anywhere . . ..... what exactly is this frame going under?

BTW, I have your # & will follow-up on the brakes soon.

**Captkaos** · 03-01-2008, 12:59 AM

Scotti,
It is going under this:

See his intro thread:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=277490

02-23-2008, 08:26 AM	#127
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02-23-2008, 10:45 AM	#128
chevydog66 GM ONLY BABY!!! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Fort Wayne, IN. Posts: 1,998	Re: For your viewing pleasure Lou, sweet work as always!! Since you have some free time now, just hop on over to Big Sandy, TN. for the annual truck meet. We'd all like to meet a celebrity in person. __________________ 2 wrongs don't make a right, but 3 lefts do. 66 Chevelle Malibu 406ci, 573hp, 10.99@121mph 96 Chevy Silverado Z71 72 GMC 1500 Super Custom LS 6.0/4L65 on airride http://www.cardomain.com/ride/707879...mc-c-k-pick-up

02-23-2008, 12:32 PM	#129
LUCKIN-FOU I'M NOT SCARED I HAVE A PLASMA Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: The PLACE Posts: 172	Re: For your viewing pleasure I know with the ride height at 5" engine placement might be an issue. I really don't want to run a big cowl hood. I didn't want to cut the crossmember in half so I could put tubing in it. Thinking what to, I remembered that one of you guys on the site had cut out the top of the crossmember and made it skinny. I looked around and found that JLAIRD had done this. So I tried it I've never done one like this before. Alittle more finish grinding and I think it might just look good The fit wasn't that great but keeping with my plan of using all the scrap I could I hammered flat the piece that came out and fit it to make a small step. Now all I have to do is weld it up Thanks JLAIRD __________________ Lou Santiago US Navy Retired/World Traveler Car Builder/Welder/Airport Investigator garageinsidertv.com [FORUM] WORK IS FOR PEOPLE WHO CAN'T FISH. I GUESS I'M SCREWED BECAUSED I HATE FISHING.

02-23-2008, 12:42 PM	#130
BLUE THUNDER Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: San Antonio Posts: 993	Re: For your viewing pleasure Dude, besides Jessi, you're my favorite host on the "Block". Well, Courtney probably edges you out too. I think it's her hair. Anyways, welcome to the board from San Antonio. Good luck on your project. Maybe we'll see you in S.A. sometime. LATER. Mario.

02-23-2008, 10:34 PM	#131
70c10 67-72 Addict! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: The TAX State! Posts: 7,857	Re: For your viewing pleasure You do nice work Lou Whereabouts in Kannapolis do you live?. I have alot of family down there and was just there a few weeks ago to visit with my uncle before he passed away. I saw about 5 of the 67-72 trucks around town. My cousin races his Nova at Mooresville Dragway __________________ Jim 1970 C/10 Fleetside w/Ghost Flames Lowered 4.5" front and 4" rear (Raked) 355/350 Turbo w/shift kit 10" Redneck Performance Verter w/2500 stall Hooker Super Comps part#2808-1 Performer RPM Air-Gap 12 Bolt w/3:73 gears- Eaton Posi Comp Cams XE262 with 1.6 Crane Energizers, Road Demon 625 and Brodix IK 180 heads

02-24-2008, 07:30 AM	#132
jlaird Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: johnstown, NY Posts: 2,393	Re: For your viewing pleasure Hey Lou, I can't take all the credit for the crossmember chop, but I did do it thanks to Captkaos's directions. Looks good so far. JUST FYI, the way you did yours is different than how it's usually done. Most people notch it all the way to under the frame rails for a lower ride height. It sounds like you did because you had some "engine placement" concerns, but I'm not quite sure what exactly you were concerned about. Anyway.....LATER! Here's a nice concise write-up by Captkaos: http://www.captkaoscustoms.com/chopcross.html Last edited by jlaird; 02-24-2008 at 07:39 AM.

02-24-2008, 08:30 AM	#133
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: For your viewing pleasure Thanks jlaird, 'preciate it! Lou dropped it with the framerails so the engine is higher now, so dropping it down the way he did will sit the motor down some in realtion to how the frame dropped it down. Looking good Lou. __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

02-25-2008, 08:00 AM	#134
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,590	Re: For your viewing pleasure Welcome to the boards bummer you left the show I guess I ll be spending more time n the shop now.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

02-25-2008, 08:42 AM	#135
paNX2K&SE-R Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Pittsburgh Posts: 1	Re: For your viewing pleasure Excellent progress on your truck Lou. I'll tell you what, I'm really going to miss seeing you on the show. Just like when Stacy left Trucks, the show just isn't the same. I gotta admit, when I read your posts all I hear is you talking with the NY accent in my head. It cracks me up big time lol.

02-25-2008, 08:22 PM	#137
bdydrp97s10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Johnson City TN Posts: 570	Re: For your viewing pleasure i dont know if it has been covered already??? but why did you leave lou? i would assume theres a problem at that shop somewhere either with managment of with how much they pay you guys, because they have all of there great builders leaving. So why are all of the really great builders leaving the shows

02-26-2008, 10:08 AM	#138
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: For your viewing pleasure I think it's kind of expected to ask questions regarding the show guys, but just realize that a) you are kinda taking the thread off-topic and b) he might not want to talk about that kinda stuff It may not be my place to say this, but it was something that just crossed my mind Giving the guy props is one thing (he deserves it) but hounding him with personal questions and talking about the show is ... I dunno, could be a little weird. Just my 2¢ __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM. Last edited by shifty; 02-26-2008 at 10:10 AM.

02-27-2008, 05:26 AM	#139
bdydrp97s10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Johnson City TN Posts: 570	Re: For your viewing pleasure well sorry if it seems unappropriate.. thats just something ive always wondered.. since there has been about 4 different hosts on the show TRUCKS in the last year... and now lou is gone, and jessi is leaving

02-27-2008, 09:54 AM	#140
LUCKIN-FOU I'M NOT SCARED I HAVE A PLASMA Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: The PLACE Posts: 172	Re: For your viewing pleasure I left the show for a couple of reasons The main one I had to get back with the family. The other ones I will just leave alone. But anyway Captkaos is right I was a bit worried about the engine being to high. I think it will be alright now. 70c10 I'm right off of Centergrove rd. Now the engine is in the mounts are tacked up The Gear Vendors gets put on in the morning. I'll finish up the mounts and start on the headers I plan on doing a mid lenght header. After that the rear end gets the 4-Bar. Then all of the bracing starts. __________________ Lou Santiago US Navy Retired/World Traveler Car Builder/Welder/Airport Investigator garageinsidertv.com [FORUM] WORK IS FOR PEOPLE WHO CAN'T FISH. I GUESS I'M SCREWED BECAUSED I HATE FISHING.

02-27-2008, 10:03 AM	#141
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: For your viewing pleasure That's a snazzy looking tranny mount. How is the weight distribution for the engine over the crossmember? Roughly the same as stock, or ?? __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

02-27-2008, 10:08 AM	#142
SBTork Garage wrench Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaCrosse, WI Posts: 1,856	Re: For your viewing pleasure lookin real good Lou __________________ -Adam 90 V1500 GMC Suburban 350/700R4/NP241..... 01 Saturn SL1 stock DD.....



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02-27-2008, 10:20 AM	#143
LUCKIN-FOU I'M NOT SCARED I HAVE A PLASMA Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: The PLACE Posts: 172	Re: For your viewing pleasure The engine is set back about 4" so I really don't know yet. When I get it done I'll scale it. I'll mount the cab in a couple of days. That should be fun making all the mounts. __________________ Lou Santiago US Navy Retired/World Traveler Car Builder/Welder/Airport Investigator garageinsidertv.com [FORUM] WORK IS FOR PEOPLE WHO CAN'T FISH. I GUESS I'M SCREWED BECAUSED I HATE FISHING.

02-27-2008, 11:19 AM	#145
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: For your viewing pleasure I just found this thread tonight.....couldn't believe it was Lou. Ian showed up on OFN a while back, and now here's Lou. Welcome to the board Lou! I'm with everyone else....Muscle Car won't be the same without you. I get the feeling something's up with Trucks too since all they're showing is re-runs. I was hoping to see that '66 get done. And now Jessi's leaving....looks like Powerblock is going down the sh**er. Anyway this looks like a really cool build Lou. And as usual some cool fab work too. I'll be subscribing so I don't miss anything. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE Last edited by Captainfab; 02-27-2008 at 11:21 AM.*

02-27-2008, 12:56 PM	#146
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,034	Re: For your viewing pleasure Lou. First Welcome to the Board, Second Awesome fab work, can't wait to see the finished product, thanks for joining our family here. later Army Oh Yeah Go Army beat Navy __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!" Last edited by 72armyswbtruck; 02-27-2008 at 12:56 PM.

02-28-2008, 01:36 AM	#147
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: For your viewing pleasure Hey Lou. My girl told me you had been posting a project here...Finally found it! Just wanted to say welcome and I look forward to seeing your awesome fab work...... I'll be checking this thread regularly...... __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

02-29-2008, 05:18 PM	#148
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: For your viewing pleasure Right on LOU......Glad to have another awesome fabricator join us here !!! Welcome from San Jose, Cali. You put on a great Tv show...but the Family is more important, and it's "where its at" Great work so far.... Later __________________ 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!"

02-29-2008, 08:12 PM	#149
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,910	Re: For your viewing pleasure Hey Lou, I'm suprised I didn't see this anywhere . . ..... what exactly is this frame going under? BTW, I have your # & will follow-up on the brakes soon. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.* Last edited by SCOTI; 02-29-2008 at 08:12 PM.

03-01-2008, 12:59 AM	#150
Captkaos www.73-87chevytrucks.com Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 6,935	Re: For your viewing pleasure Scotti, It is going under this: See his intro thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=277490 __________________ Chris Lucas 1973 Chevy C-10 1978 GMC Jimmy (2WD) - SOLD 1987 R10 twin turbo LS 1991 R3500 SRW CrewCab 1985 K5 diesel swapped project 1989 K5 2WD conversion w/ Vette susp Project Captkaos Customs 73-87chevytrucks.com

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