Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

billybigrig1989 · 11-20-2011, 08:10 PM

Hi there I am new to these forums, Just thought I would introduce myself and some of my projects. This is my latest build. I call Him "Billy Big Rig" inspired by my time in the 2nd battalion Princess Patricias Canadian Light Infantry, I built this truck in memory of a couple friends I lost while overseas. Here are some pics of the finished product and ill be posting some of my progress photos later too.

Maxxd07 · 11-20-2011, 08:52 PM

subin to this one

cayoterun · 11-20-2011, 08:57 PM

Wow, What a truck!!! Nice.
Sorry for your losses of comrads, thanks for your service, and I'm glad your our neighbors.

Cayoterun

billybigrig1989 · 11-20-2011, 09:17 PM

Here is some progress pics

billybigrig1989 · 11-20-2011, 09:23 PM

lol trying to find all my bare chassis photos and the powertrain install soon to come.

madcow75 · 11-20-2011, 09:33 PM

What did you paint the underside with? POR-15?

billybigrig1989 · 11-20-2011, 10:11 PM

Interior is still needing to be done in the spring and a 5.9L 12v cummins to install. I am currently running a 454 on propane, NV4500 tranny and all rebuilt drive line. Rear shackle mount bracket flip and re-curved rear springs(Stock). I put a 3" body lift. front springs are 8" BDS leaf with bilstein reservoir shocks all around. I am running a Sky Manufacturing high steer and crossover conversion. Dana 60 front and 14 bolt rear totally rebuilt. the chassis was completely stripped down and sandblasted along with the bottom side of cab and box.

billybigrig1989 · 11-20-2011, 10:12 PM

the underside is sandblasted then used a dupont metal conditioner then painted with 4 coats of Clovacoat 300 industrial.

hick · 11-21-2011, 01:08 AM

Excellent choice on the seats

Do you have any pictures of the install/brackets?

Having lived on both side of the border I realized that we don't apprecaite our men and women in service as much as we should, i would like to thank you for doing one of the few jobs i don't think i could do...

If your ever in Edmonton give me a shout, i'd love to buy you dinner and a few beers while looking over this truck

Nice work sir, nice work

Devillusion · 11-21-2011, 01:20 AM

Very simular to my 98' build I just completed. Will be on the cover of 8LUG in January.

Very sweet looking rig, wish I had of went with that wheel combo.......maybe still will..lol. Looks great, can't wait to see more pictures.

joe231 · 11-21-2011, 02:23 AM

Very nice!!
What size tire is that?
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my4by2 · 11-21-2011, 03:34 AM

Sweet looking truck man - would love to see that one in person!!!

kikkegek · 11-21-2011, 04:25 AM

wow man! that is one sick crewcab...love the color...

can you tell me why the shocks in the third picture from the top are in opposite location from another?

pat386 · 11-21-2011, 05:03 AM

Very nice!
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billybigrig1989 · 11-21-2011, 08:52 PM

Thanks alot guys, yeah I put alot of sweat and blood into this rig.
Thanks alot hick I appreciate it, will hit you up one day for sure.
The wheels are a 20x14 Fuel Hostage rim wrapped in a 38.5x15.5r20 Toyo open country MT. The olive drab paint is a endura colour and it is a NO GLOSS chip. I love it my wife actually helped me pick it out haha. The shocks are on the opposite side of each other for stability. all the old chevy's i have had have been like this.

billybigrig1989 · 11-21-2011, 09:02 PM

Does anyone know how I can get a youtube video posted on this thread?

billybigrig1989 · 11-21-2011, 09:07 PM

I still need to remove the spring bumpers and complete my exhaust pipe right out the back

billybigrig1989 · 11-21-2011, 09:15 PM

hahah I should actually mention the wife helped me with alot of the truck too (engine and tranny install and odds and ends like sanding the headers lol) and here's a few more pics

y5mgisi · 11-21-2011, 11:24 PM

Nice truck! Nice wife!

gtdownonit · 11-27-2011, 12:29 AM

First off from a fellow service member from south of your boarder thanks for your service. 2nd wery nice looking truck. Wish mine was that far alog. 3rd how the heck did your gal to help out on your truck? What year are those seats and what options did they have?

billybigrig1989 · 11-29-2011, 05:26 PM

The wife just liked helping alot on it, shes pretty mechanically inclined (even tho she works at a jewelry store lol) and those seats are out of a 2006 Chevy duramaz they are fully powered heated seats with all the controls like tilt, lumbar ect... I haven't hooked up the heat switches yet because I still have to finish the carpet inside and the headliner.

McMurray76 · 11-29-2011, 06:16 PM

Good lookin' !!

**Dieselwrencher** · 11-29-2011, 07:15 PM

Awesome truck and cool build! I'm also sorry to hear about your losses, and thanks for your service from another south of the border truck lover. If you have any questions on the cummins swap, feel free to ask and I'll help you as much as I can.

McMurray76 · 11-30-2011, 06:30 PM

Is that plywood in your bed?

pvkj454 · 12-06-2011, 08:51 PM

Your truck is one of my favorites. I came really close to painting my dually olive drab after parting out the M1008.

11-20-2011, 08:10 PM	#1
billybigrig1989 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Calgary AB Posts: 45	Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Hi there I am new to these forums, Just thought I would introduce myself and some of my projects. This is my latest build. I call Him "Billy Big Rig" inspired by my time in the 2nd battalion Princess Patricias Canadian Light Infantry, I built this truck in memory of a couple friends I lost while overseas. Here are some pics of the finished product and ill be posting some of my progress photos later too. Attached Images

11-20-2011, 08:52 PM	#2
Maxxd07 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: ND Posts: 520	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom subin to this one __________________ Name: Les ---------------------- Couple 80s Couple 70s One 68

11-20-2011, 08:57 PM	#3
cayoterun Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Guymon, Oklahoma Posts: 2,040	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Wow, What a truck!!! Nice. Sorry for your losses of comrads, thanks for your service, and I'm glad your our neighbors. Cayoterun __________________ Cayoterun Okla. Panhandle I think I'll do it myself and pay the extra $500.

11-20-2011, 09:17 PM	#4
billybigrig1989 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Calgary AB Posts: 45	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Here is some progress pics Attached Images

11-20-2011, 09:23 PM	#5
billybigrig1989 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Calgary AB Posts: 45	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom lol trying to find all my bare chassis photos and the powertrain install soon to come. Attached Images

11-20-2011, 09:33 PM	#6
madcow75 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Fort Erie , Ontario Posts: 525	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom What did you paint the underside with? POR-15?

11-20-2011, 10:11 PM	#7
billybigrig1989 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Calgary AB Posts: 45	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Interior is still needing to be done in the spring and a 5.9L 12v cummins to install. I am currently running a 454 on propane, NV4500 tranny and all rebuilt drive line. Rear shackle mount bracket flip and re-curved rear springs(Stock). I put a 3" body lift. front springs are 8" BDS leaf with bilstein reservoir shocks all around. I am running a Sky Manufacturing high steer and crossover conversion. Dana 60 front and 14 bolt rear totally rebuilt. the chassis was completely stripped down and sandblasted along with the bottom side of cab and box.

11-20-2011, 10:12 PM	#8
billybigrig1989 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Calgary AB Posts: 45	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom the underside is sandblasted then used a dupont metal conditioner then painted with 4 coats of Clovacoat 300 industrial.

11-21-2011, 01:08 AM	#9
hick Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Edmonton Alberta Posts: 286	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Excellent choice on the seats Do you have any pictures of the install/brackets? Having lived on both side of the border I realized that we don't apprecaite our men and women in service as much as we should, i would like to thank you for doing one of the few jobs i don't think i could do... If your ever in Edmonton give me a shout, i'd love to buy you dinner and a few beers while looking over this truck Nice work sir, nice work __________________ 1989 3+3 2wd Dually. 454 BB. Factory loaded for the day, including Alcoa rims.

11-21-2011, 01:20 AM	#10
Devillusion Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Brandon, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 782	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Very simular to my 98' build I just completed. Will be on the cover of 8LUG in January. Very sweet looking rig, wish I had of went with that wheel combo.......maybe still will..lol. Looks great, can't wait to see more pictures. __________________ 1967 K30 4x4/12v Cummins/getrag/D60/D70/355s 1967 GMC suburban 4x4/LS swap 5.3/4500/205/10 bolt/14 bolt full floater 1963 C10 reg cab long box 1970 Chevelle 1968 Biscayne 2dr post "...there is no excuse for what I am about to do, but dangit....it's gonna be fun!"

11-21-2011, 02:23 AM	#11
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Very nice!! What size tire is that? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

11-21-2011, 03:34 AM	#12
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Sweet looking truck man - would love to see that one in person!!! __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K30 LWB Crew Cab 497HP Mast Motorsports 6.0L LY6 HO engine GM NV4500 5-speed, Centerforce clutch + NP205 D60 + 14-bolt FF w/ Eaton posi + disc brakes Skyjacker 2.5" full spring lift w/ Nitro shocks Custom paint + interior http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=435722

11-21-2011, 04:25 AM	#13
kikkegek Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Netherlands, The Hague Posts: 1,518	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom wow man! that is one sick crewcab...love the color... can you tell me why the shocks in the third picture from the top are in opposite location from another? __________________ My dreamride / project:1977 GMC C15 Suburban In storage: Monster - 1974 GMC Suburban 25hundred Sold : Chevrolet Suburban K20 Silverado 1986 Guide: real HID projectors for 4x6 headlights link: DIY LED TAILLIGHTS

11-21-2011, 05:03 AM	#14
pat386 misshape grape Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: the badger Posts: 385	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Very nice! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Don't you just love rumors? I always find out stuff about myself that I had no idea I even did..

11-21-2011, 08:52 PM	#15
billybigrig1989 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Calgary AB Posts: 45	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Thanks alot guys, yeah I put alot of sweat and blood into this rig. Thanks alot hick I appreciate it, will hit you up one day for sure. The wheels are a 20x14 Fuel Hostage rim wrapped in a 38.5x15.5r20 Toyo open country MT. The olive drab paint is a endura colour and it is a NO GLOSS chip. I love it my wife actually helped me pick it out haha. The shocks are on the opposite side of each other for stability. all the old chevy's i have had have been like this. Attached Images



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11-21-2011, 09:02 PM	#16
billybigrig1989 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Calgary AB Posts: 45	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Does anyone know how I can get a youtube video posted on this thread?

11-21-2011, 09:07 PM	#17
billybigrig1989 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Calgary AB Posts: 45	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom I still need to remove the spring bumpers and complete my exhaust pipe right out the back

11-21-2011, 09:15 PM	#18
billybigrig1989 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Calgary AB Posts: 45	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom hahah I should actually mention the wife helped me with alot of the truck too (engine and tranny install and odds and ends like sanding the headers lol) and here's a few more pics Attached Images

11-21-2011, 11:24 PM	#19
y5mgisi Second Chance Program Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 2,642	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Nice truck! Nice wife!

11-27-2011, 12:29 AM	#20
gtdownonit Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: denver co Posts: 27	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom First off from a fellow service member from south of your boarder thanks for your service. 2nd wery nice looking truck. Wish mine was that far alog. 3rd how the heck did your gal to help out on your truck? What year are those seats and what options did they have?

11-29-2011, 05:26 PM	#21
billybigrig1989 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Calgary AB Posts: 45	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom The wife just liked helping alot on it, shes pretty mechanically inclined (even tho she works at a jewelry store lol) and those seats are out of a 2006 Chevy duramaz they are fully powered heated seats with all the controls like tilt, lumbar ect... I haven't hooked up the heat switches yet because I still have to finish the carpet inside and the headliner.

11-29-2011, 06:16 PM	#22
McMurray76 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Columbus ohio Posts: 109	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Good lookin' !!

11-29-2011, 07:15 PM	#23
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,133	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Awesome truck and cool build! I'm also sorry to hear about your losses, and thanks for your service from another south of the border truck lover. If you have any questions on the cummins swap, feel free to ask and I'll help you as much as I can. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

11-30-2011, 06:30 PM	#24
McMurray76 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Columbus ohio Posts: 109	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Is that plywood in your bed?

12-06-2011, 08:51 PM	#25
pvkj454 Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lafayette Tennessee Posts: 37	Re: Billy Big Rig ( 1989 GMC Crew Cab V3500) Lifted custom Your truck is one of my favorites. I came really close to painting my dually olive drab after parting out the M1008. __________________ 1986 Chevy crew dually 4x4, 1995 6BT Cummins, 5x12 injectors, 3k gov kit, modified AFC, hybrid Super 40/HX35 turbo, boxed frame, 19.5 wheels.

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