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**DeadheadNM** · 08-06-2012, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by skrenly

Nice Pete. Looks like you're building a keeper!
Steve

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Originally Posted by 72KAY20

The cab is looking great. Can't wait to see this one done.

Oh btw, Love those colors!!!

Appreciate the encouragement fellas thanks! I gotta fever and the only cure is more orange!

The 700r4 arrived - here's a shot of the engine in place with relocated motor mounts to accommodate the longer length vs. the TH350. It'll be nice having some space between the HEI and the firewall. Anyone have this set up in a 4x4? I'm wondering if I should stick with the 4x4 fan shroud or install a 2wd shroud now that the motor is closer to the radiator.

**DeadheadNM** · 08-06-2012, 03:11 PM

Here are some recent pics of the finished job on the inner cab repair and of the bed. The bed floor is essentially dent free. I opted to paint the bed floor rather than apply a liner. Again, gotta see more orange! Leaning toward single stage Imron paint rather than two-stage but welcome anyone's 2-cents on this.

ryanroo · 08-06-2012, 10:35 PM

metalwork is looking great. why not leave the engine and move the tranny crossmember back to accommodate the added length?

Ryan

**DeadheadNM** · 08-06-2012, 10:51 PM

Ryan - i thought about that too. Seems like most guys have gone the route I did in order to spare shortening the drive lines and moving the other cross member. Seemed like the cleanest way to go and gives more room for the HEI (not that that's a problem I'm aware of). My one concern is how much clearance will I now have between the oil pan and the front diff but I don't expect to really off road the K20 once the build is complete. Nevertheless, here's me stuck on a hill this weekend in my 4Runner close to rolling when I tackled a hill NOT in 4 low. Doh! That was close...

Clanky · 08-17-2012, 12:39 AM

Hey Pete.......I bet you are chompin' at the bit to get that truck going, it's looking great!

Greenlee · 08-17-2012, 01:18 AM

Nice truck!
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**DeadheadNM** · 08-17-2012, 08:26 AM

Can't wait till it's don! Thanks guys!

**DeadheadNM** · 08-20-2012, 10:11 PM

More progress. Most sheet metal is primed. Frame is getting blasted.

Any votes for single stage vs. clear coat? Also, need help with pics of G60 aux leaf springs per this post: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=539277.

Thanks for looking!

**DeadheadNM** · 08-20-2012, 10:14 PM

more...need the firewall hole for the tach harness grommet.

ryanmctee · 08-21-2012, 07:31 PM

Just read your build. Very nice. I vote for single stage in the paint department...

**DeadheadNM** · 08-23-2012, 06:06 PM

Frame is back. Pics show the front hooks in place and new frame brackets for the rear hooks.

**DeadheadNM** · 09-13-2012, 11:35 PM

Frame is painted (now dusty) and axles are off for new seals, etc. The HO52 will get a NoSPIN and the front axle a set of OEM Spicer hubs.

blue 72 gmc 4x4 · 09-14-2012, 12:39 AM

Going to be a nice truck when its done

72KAY20 · 09-14-2012, 05:03 AM

Coming along very nice DeadheadNM! Can't wait to see it with paint on it.

BB72CHEVKT · 09-14-2012, 10:10 AM

Looking good Pete.

**DeadheadNM** · 10-04-2012, 02:17 PM

Axles are back on the frame. Spicer's look good. Will try to upload more pics soon. Can anyone recommend a decent set of shocks? May just go with a set of Napa's finest....

ryanroo · 10-04-2012, 08:07 PM

bilstein makes great shocks.

that chassis looks great!

ryan

HotRod C/10 · 10-11-2012, 12:50 AM

Looking good Pete!........I second the bilsteins.... I run the 5000's on my dodge.....I would do the yellow's though for a softer ride....mine are a bit stiff.

ShockWarehouse.com has pretty good pricing and outstanding customer service.

birdistheword · 10-14-2012, 10:43 PM

Looking good keep it up.

Vintage Windmills · 10-14-2012, 11:04 PM

Pete,

Wish my chassis was this far! Looking good. Do you have a pic of the bowtie 700R4? Does it look new OEM or is it painted? Tell me more about them, I am considering a 700R4 for my K20 and have also read its most practical to move the engine mounts ahead one set of holes, as you have done.

**DeadheadNM** · 10-15-2012, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Vintage Windmills

Pete,

Wish my chassis was this far! Looking good. Do you have a pic of the bowtie 700R4? Does it look new OEM or is it painted? Tell me more about them, I am considering a 700R4 for my K20 and have also read its most practical to move the engine mounts ahead one set of holes, as you have done.

Jud - I'll get you pics. As far as I know this is a rebuilt 700R4. It is a K case correct for the later model 4wd applications. This came with the aluminum flywheel cover. Believe it or not I glanced at it once - the finish looked like OEM aluminum but I will verify it's not paint. I went with their "level 2" specs: http://www.bowtieoverdrives.com/cata...php?ITEMID=503

The owner of BTO had a 67-72 K20 and did the same swap. He ensured the correct output shaft was added, dialed it in for the model Q-jet I'm using, and got all necessary linkage. He knew exactly what had to be done.

Moving the engine mounts forward was no big deal. I'm not sure how the shroud will shake out with the change. May have to use a shorter 2wd shroud but we'll see. As far as any changes needed for the speedo cable, linkage, etc related to the engine move I'll keep you posted as the build progresses.

Hope this helps!

y5mgisi · 10-15-2012, 08:56 PM

Quick build so far!

BLAZERMAN · 10-17-2012, 10:10 PM

Thats going to be a Beautiful truck when done! everything looks Top Notch! I like the fab work on your rear hooks...keep up the good work Pete

**DeadheadNM** · 10-17-2012, 10:56 PM

Thanks fellas! Could not do it without the help and encouragement of the community here.

nobolt · 10-18-2012, 04:19 AM

another vote for Bilstein...

keep it up, it looks great so far

08-06-2012, 03:11 PM	#27
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,280	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Here are some recent pics of the finished job on the inner cab repair and of the bed. The bed floor is essentially dent free. I opted to paint the bed floor rather than apply a liner. Again, gotta see more orange! Leaning toward single stage Imron paint rather than two-stage but welcome anyone's 2-cents on this. Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

08-06-2012, 10:35 PM	#28
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build metalwork is looking great. why not leave the engine and move the tranny crossmember back to accommodate the added length? Ryan __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

08-06-2012, 10:51 PM	#29
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,280	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Ryan - i thought about that too. Seems like most guys have gone the route I did in order to spare shortening the drive lines and moving the other cross member. Seemed like the cleanest way to go and gives more room for the HEI (not that that's a problem I'm aware of). My one concern is how much clearance will I now have between the oil pan and the front diff but I don't expect to really off road the K20 once the build is complete. Nevertheless, here's me stuck on a hill this weekend in my 4Runner close to rolling when I tackled a hill NOT in 4 low. Doh! That was close... Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

08-17-2012, 12:39 AM	#30
Clanky Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Roswell, NM Posts: 136	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Hey Pete.......I bet you are chompin' at the bit to get that truck going, it's looking great!

08-17-2012, 01:18 AM	#31
Greenlee Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: El Lago, TX Posts: 1,668	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Nice truck! Posted via Mobile Device

08-17-2012, 08:26 AM	#32
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,280	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Can't wait till it's don! Thanks guys! __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

08-20-2012, 10:11 PM	#33
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,280	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build More progress. Most sheet metal is primed. Frame is getting blasted. Any votes for single stage vs. clear coat? Also, need help with pics of G60 aux leaf springs per this post: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=539277. Thanks for looking! Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

08-20-2012, 10:14 PM	#34
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,280	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build more...need the firewall hole for the tach harness grommet. Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

08-21-2012, 07:31 PM	#35
ryanmctee Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Gardnerville Nevada Posts: 270	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Just read your build. Very nice. I vote for single stage in the paint department... __________________ Check out my build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=512620

08-23-2012, 06:06 PM	#36
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,280	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Frame is back. Pics show the front hooks in place and new frame brackets for the rear hooks. Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

09-13-2012, 11:35 PM	#37
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,280	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Frame is painted (now dusty) and axles are off for new seals, etc. The HO52 will get a NoSPIN and the front axle a set of OEM Spicer hubs. Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

09-14-2012, 12:39 AM	#38
blue 72 gmc 4x4 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Aladdin Wy Posts: 794	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Going to be a nice truck when its done __________________ 1955 GMC Hydramatic 1959 Chevy Spartan 100 1969 Chevy C/10 1969 Chevy C/30 Bruiser 1972 GMC (Wrecked) 1972 GMC pickup..old blue Restored Vent Windows https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=766598 1955 GMC hydramatic build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=429417

09-14-2012, 05:03 AM	#39
72KAY20 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Forest Hill, MD Posts: 171	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Coming along very nice DeadheadNM! Can't wait to see it with paint on it. __________________ 72Kay20 Bel Air, MD 1972 Hugger Orange K20 LWB 350, 4wd, 4spd Sm465, Dana 44, HO52 Other Toys 69 Cortez Silver Z28 86 White Buick T Type

09-14-2012, 10:10 AM	#40
BB72CHEVKT Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Hideaway, TX Posts: 4,948	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Looking good Pete. __________________ 71 Suburban 350/700R4 Project Trixie 72 CHEVY,Highlander,SWB,396,T400

10-04-2012, 02:17 PM	#41
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,280	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Axles are back on the frame. Spicer's look good. Will try to upload more pics soon. Can anyone recommend a decent set of shocks? May just go with a set of Napa's finest.... Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland



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10-04-2012, 08:07 PM	#42
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build bilstein makes great shocks. that chassis looks great! ryan __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

10-11-2012, 12:50 AM	#43
HotRod C/10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 3,053	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Looking good Pete!........I second the bilsteins.... I run the 5000's on my dodge.....I would do the yellow's though for a softer ride....mine are a bit stiff. ShockWarehouse.com has pretty good pricing and outstanding customer service. __________________ SOLD -77 CHEYENNE SWB, LS SWAPPED -1976 SILVERADO YUBA GOLD/NEUTRAL (2-TONE)

10-14-2012, 10:43 PM	#44
birdistheword Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Tacoma, Washington Posts: 236	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Looking good keep it up.

10-14-2012, 11:04 PM	#45
Vintage Windmills Vintage 4x4s Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Prior Lake, MN Posts: 4,305	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Pete, Wish my chassis was this far! Looking good. Do you have a pic of the bowtie 700R4? Does it look new OEM or is it painted? Tell me more about them, I am considering a 700R4 for my K20 and have also read its most practical to move the engine mounts ahead one set of holes, as you have done. __________________ 67 GMC K1500 Custom- 305V6 SM420, PTO, Ram Assist, yellow (the outcast) (project period correct upgrades) 67 GMC C2500 351V6 TH400, AC, PS, PB (can't decide what to do with. Update, decided to keep and will restore ) 86 CHV K30 502 th400, apple red NEW 71 CHV K20 350 SM465, ochre (saved work truck) 71 CHV K20 292 SM465, white, tach, PTO, (future project) 72 CHV K20 350 350th, medium blue (project stocker) 01 CHV K2500hd crew, indigo blue ^3 dont run and the others don't see winter either '86 K30 Cummins "Fireside" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=649649 '71 K20 "get driveable" thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590642 '72 K20 Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=493477&page=6

10-15-2012, 08:56 PM	#47
y5mgisi Second Chance Program Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 2,642	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Quick build so far! __________________ 90 Chevy Suburban 2500 5.3 swap/th400/np241/14bltSF/10blt. 77 C20 crew cab Silverado. 396/th400. In work.

10-17-2012, 10:10 PM	#48
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,826	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Thats going to be a Beautiful truck when done! everything looks Top Notch! I like the fab work on your rear hooks...keep up the good work Pete __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C

10-17-2012, 10:56 PM	#49
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,280	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build Thanks fellas! Could not do it without the help and encouragement of the community here. __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

10-18-2012, 04:19 AM	#50
nobolt Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Algonac, MI 48001 Posts: 1,848	Re: 72 K20 Cheyenne Super Build another vote for Bilstein... keep it up, it looks great so far __________________ Dave "... government even in its best state is but a necessary evil. Thomas Paine "It wasn't a lie, it was ineptitude with insufficient cover." Donald Draper (Mad Men)

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