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MrTucker · 12-03-2009, 04:10 PM

good lord, fire down fellas. It wasn't an attack by any means.

I stated that I think the envoy is underpowered and was just wondering why you chose an inline that lacks power and handling vs. a loaded v8 with sport suspension to do such an involved and expensive project. Didn't think that was such an offensive question.

btw, I wasn't 4wheeling. I work as an engineer on highway construction projects and got stuck on a totally flat shoulder after the envoy sank in the mud about 3" - not exactly 4wheeling pal

0331grunt · 12-03-2009, 05:03 PM

I'll be interested to see how this all works out...

884x4Sub · 12-03-2009, 06:23 PM

very cool project....Im staying tuned for sure......I have a genuine '99 Winston Cup car that Im going to put a 69 Chevelle body on and make it into a roadcourse trackday car and eventually make it quasi street legal.....I can relate to all the measurements and planning your doing......One question....will you register it as a '52 Sub?

BBEEP · 12-04-2009, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by 884x4Sub

One question....will you register it as a '52 Sub?

Oh yeah, still registered as a 52!

Sub-versive · 12-04-2009, 01:59 AM

Ah Lawd this will be a sweet build!

Subscribed.

Any more pics?

cajundragger · 12-10-2009, 12:55 AM

yeah that I-6 motor is a dog. doesnt have any potential.

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ghettoluxury · 12-19-2009, 12:28 PM

Any updates on this awsome project?

BBEEP · 12-22-2009, 02:29 PM

Just bought a bare firewall from an 04 Trailblazer. Will use it to create a pattern for the permanent Envoy firewall. The hardest part of the build is to get the measurements correct the first time! Will post pics of the fun after New Years.

Jonboy · 12-23-2009, 10:39 PM

Hey, while you are posting pics, can you throw some up of the Impala wagon? This is going to be a cool build, I dig the bus, too.

BBEEP · 12-24-2009, 01:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Jonboy

Hey, while you are posting pics, can you throw some up of the Impala wagon? This is going to be a cool build, I dig the bus, too.

61 Impala Wagon. LT1, 4L60E, leather, a/c, airride, dechromed, dropped two taillights

Jonboy · 12-24-2009, 11:11 AM

That wagon is awesome. I had a 61 Impala in college (3 actually), and have loved them ever since. Beautiful, and a wagon, to boot.

NONHOG · 12-24-2009, 12:38 PM

Dropped 2 tailights ? Before pics ?
Oh and DAHUMM !

BBEEP · 12-24-2009, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by NONHOG

Dropped 2 tailights ? Before pics ?
Oh and DAHUMM !

Yup, Impalas had 3 on each side, used a Brookwood tailgate--so lost two. Oh and THAHUNKS!

entourageguy · 12-24-2009, 05:24 PM

Nice ride .................

BBEEP · 01-02-2010, 11:12 PM

Decided it would be easier to practice cutting on a scrap firewall first. We'll make a template first before we cut the firewall on the Envoy that has wiring, master cylinder, a/c, etc. Should all this work out, I will save the template in case there are others on here who would like a template for future builds.

nickp51chevy · 01-05-2010, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by BBEEP

I will save the template in case there are others on here who would like a template for future builds.

I wouldn't mind getting a copy of your template some day. I wouldn't want it any time soon though.

And; Damn! That looks real good. Nice fit. I can't wait to see the body on there. Keep those pix comin

BBEEP · 01-05-2010, 05:40 PM

Firewall fits pretty good, floor level good. I won't be able to use the cowl vent, but I have front & rear a/c. I will have to use an aftermarket wiper unit of some sort.

NONHOG · 01-05-2010, 06:10 PM

Dang I wish I could see that going on in person.

BBEEP · 01-05-2010, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by NONHOG

Dang I wish I could see that going on in person.

You are what, 3.5 hrs away? I'll let you know when I need help placing the 52 body onto the Envoy!

The 52 body & sheet metal go to the 'dipshop' next week!

NONHOG · 01-05-2010, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by BBEEP

You are what, 3.5 hrs away? I'll let you know when I need help placing the 52 body onto the Envoy!

The 52 body & sheet metal go to the 'dipshop' next week!

3.5 ! I wish ! It takes about 3 hours to get to West Linn were my son lives.
How far from West Linn ?

I recall some 20 or so years ago acid dipping a 66 Chevelle body lying awake at night thinking to myself I just spent $1300.00 dollars on acid dipping !
Which at that time was more than I had ever spent on a car

Thanks for the thread ! lots of fun.
Who knows West Linn to Eugene....... possible ?

49ZR2 · 01-05-2010, 07:38 PM

Very cool build! Guys like you inspire guys like me to just go out and cut stuff apart and hope we can figure out how to get it back together. Thanks

crazycory1 · 01-05-2010, 09:30 PM

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Originally Posted by BBEEP

Firewall fits pretty good, floor level good. I won't be able to use the cowl vent, but I have front & rear a/c. I will have to use an aftermarket wiper unit of some sort.

How far into the body mounts are you? Will the frame fit between the rocker panels / inner cowl area?

jmedero · 01-05-2010, 09:56 PM

What did you do with the envoy body parts?

63chevyll · 01-05-2010, 10:14 PM

great job, Very inspirational

BBEEP · 01-05-2010, 11:53 PM

How far into the body mounts are you? Will the frame fit between the rocker panels / inner cowl area? The rear body mounts are no problem. It looks like the front ones we'll have to modify slightly. I will post when we get there. The rockers/inner cowl fitment with the frame is NO problem at all. The rear inner wheel house appears to be in EXACTLY the same place.

What did you do with the envoy body parts? D&L Trucks parts in Junction City, Or sold me the Envoy without the sheet metal that unbolts. I volunteered to return the quarters, top, etc. They treated me right on the rest of it, figured it was the least I could do.

12-03-2009, 04:10 PM	#1
MrTucker Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 455	Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build good lord, fire down fellas. It wasn't an attack by any means. I stated that I think the envoy is underpowered and was just wondering why you chose an inline that lacks power and handling vs. a loaded v8 with sport suspension to do such an involved and expensive project. Didn't think that was such an offensive question. btw, I wasn't 4wheeling. I work as an engineer on highway construction projects and got stuck on a totally flat shoulder after the envoy sank in the mud about 3" - not exactly 4wheeling pal

12-03-2009, 05:03 PM	#2
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12-03-2009, 06:23 PM	#3
884x4Sub p p pullin' Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: oshawa ontario Posts: 373	Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build very cool project....Im staying tuned for sure......I have a genuine '99 Winston Cup car that Im going to put a 69 Chevelle body on and make it into a roadcourse trackday car and eventually make it quasi street legal.....I can relate to all the measurements and planning your doing......One question....will you register it as a '52 Sub? __________________ doug

12-04-2009, 01:59 AM	#5
Sub-versive Boss Hogg Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: The Beaver State Posts: 2,361	Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build Ah Lawd this will be a sweet build! Subscribed. Any more pics?

12-19-2009, 12:28 PM	#7
ghettoluxury Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Waynesfield Ohio Posts: 1,991	Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build Any updates on this awsome project? __________________ 1949 Five Window, 1973 Step Side, 2000 Z71

12-22-2009, 02:29 PM	#8
BBEEP Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: EUGENE, OREGON Posts: 504	Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build Just bought a bare firewall from an 04 Trailblazer. Will use it to create a pattern for the permanent Envoy firewall. The hardest part of the build is to get the measurements correct the first time! Will post pics of the fun after New Years. __________________ 48 GMC Panel Sold 12-14-15 52 White/Chevrolet School Bus 52 GMC Burb/Envoy Meld 61 Impala Wagon SOLD BARRETT JACKSON SCOTTSDALE 1-18-13 67 c/10 SOLD 2012 71 SS454 77 c/20 Sold 11-11-15 08 TBSS The Wife's car!! 50 GMC School Bus SOLD 11-7-10 29 FD Delivery (Chevy powered) SOLD 11-4-11 53 GMC 630 Firetruck/Ramp Truck**

12-23-2009, 10:39 PM	#9
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build Hey, while you are posting pics, can you throw some up of the Impala wagon? This is going to be a cool build, I dig the bus, too. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

12-24-2009, 11:11 AM	#11
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build That wagon is awesome. I had a 61 Impala in college (3 actually), and have loved them ever since. Beautiful, and a wagon, to boot. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

12-24-2009, 12:38 PM	#12
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,416	Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build Dropped 2 tailights ? Before pics ? Oh and DAHUMM ! __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

12-24-2009, 05:24 PM	#14
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01-02-2010, 11:12 PM	#15
BBEEP Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: EUGENE, OREGON Posts: 504	Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build Decided it would be easier to practice cutting on a scrap firewall first. We'll make a template first before we cut the firewall on the Envoy that has wiring, master cylinder, a/c, etc. Should all this work out, I will save the template in case there are others on here who would like a template for future builds. Attached Images __________________ 48 GMC Panel Sold 12-14-15 52 White/Chevrolet School Bus 52 GMC Burb/Envoy Meld 61 Impala Wagon SOLD BARRETT JACKSON SCOTTSDALE 1-18-13 67 c/10 SOLD 2012 71 SS454 77 c/20 Sold 11-11-15 08 TBSS The Wife's car!! 50 GMC School Bus SOLD 11-7-10 29 FD Delivery (Chevy powered) SOLD 11-4-11 53 GMC 630 Firetruck/Ramp Truck**

01-05-2010, 05:40 PM	#17
BBEEP Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: EUGENE, OREGON Posts: 504	Firewall fits!! Firewall fits pretty good, floor level good. I won't be able to use the cowl vent, but I have front & rear a/c. I will have to use an aftermarket wiper unit of some sort. Attached Images __________________ 48 GMC Panel Sold 12-14-15 52 White/Chevrolet School Bus 52 GMC Burb/Envoy Meld 61 Impala Wagon SOLD BARRETT JACKSON SCOTTSDALE 1-18-13 67 c/10 SOLD 2012 71 SS454 77 c/20 Sold 11-11-15 08 TBSS The Wife's car!! 50 GMC School Bus SOLD 11-7-10 29 FD Delivery (Chevy powered) SOLD 11-4-11 53 GMC 630 Firetruck/Ramp Truck**

01-05-2010, 06:10 PM	#18
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,416	Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build Dang I wish I could see that going on in person. __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

01-05-2010, 07:38 PM	#21
49ZR2 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Posts: 85	Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build Very cool build! Guys like you inspire guys like me to just go out and cut stuff apart and hope we can figure out how to get it back together. Thanks __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372267 49 4x4 build 51 Willys frame off beer getter.

01-05-2010, 09:56 PM	#23
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01-05-2010, 10:14 PM	#24
63chevyll gets board easy....... Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Colorado Springs Posts: 717	Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build great job, Very inspirational

01-05-2010, 11:53 PM	#25
BBEEP Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: EUGENE, OREGON Posts: 504	Re: 52 GMC Envoy Burb meld/build How far into the body mounts are you? Will the frame fit between the rocker panels / inner cowl area? The rear body mounts are no problem. It looks like the front ones we'll have to modify slightly. I will post when we get there. The rockers/inner cowl fitment with the frame is NO problem at all. The rear inner wheel house appears to be in EXACTLY the same place. What did you do with the envoy body parts? D&L Trucks parts in Junction City, Or sold me the Envoy without the sheet metal that unbolts. I volunteered to return the quarters, top, etc. They treated me right on the rest of it, figured it was the least I could do. __________________ 48 GMC Panel Sold 12-14-15 52 White/Chevrolet School Bus 52 GMC Burb/Envoy Meld 61 Impala Wagon SOLD BARRETT JACKSON SCOTTSDALE 1-18-13 67 c/10 SOLD 2012 71 SS454 77 c/20 Sold 11-11-15 08 TBSS The Wife's car!! 50 GMC School Bus SOLD 11-7-10 29 FD Delivery (Chevy powered) SOLD 11-4-11 53 GMC 630 Firetruck/Ramp Truck**

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