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**ChiefRocka** · 06-01-2014, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by C@rnut001

I love the direction you are going with your Burb. Keep it up and thanks for updating, we love to see you getting some work done. Also, you have a lovely family and your wife is awesome to allow these great projects of yours. Keep going, you will get it together!

Thanks man, but do you know something that I don't ??

Anyway, here are a few more from the other day ....
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I removed the entire harness from the LT1/4l60 to start the de-pinning of all the unnecessary emission crap ...
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Then I brought the work home with me ... set up some saw horses, a sheet of 3/8 ply, and started the de-pin...
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Everything unnecessary has been removed. Next will be reworking the harness a bit to accommodate the Burban's engine compartment and firewall.

Debating if the ECM will be inside, or left on D/S fenderwell.

**Captainfab** · 06-02-2014, 01:17 AM

I see you have your own crystal ball huh?

**ChiefRocka** · 06-07-2014, 01:44 AM

So I received the ECM back from Brandon at lt1swap.com .... fast turn around !

I brought more work home with me .... This time the chassis

This way I can solder, shrink, loom, and customize the harness perfectly ...

(Not necessarily in that order)

**ChiefRocka** · 06-12-2014, 10:07 AM

So I managed to complete the Harness at home last weekend. Fired it up, and ran as it should with no issues. Reached operating temp, and the fans cycled .... DONE !

So this step it done. I decided to key the OG engine fuse box intact. I started to remove it, but it was a no-brainer to reuse ... all the circuits/relays are there.

The box also supplies TWO 60 AMP "body" circuits which is nice. One will power the Burbans body, and the other I will use for a high current headlight upgrade.

The "airpump" fused relay circuit will probably be my new horn relay ...

And finally, the 25amp "ELC" (electronic level control) circuit will power the air-ride switches/valves.

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E911manager · 07-02-2014, 05:37 PM

Man that frame looks familiar. Very nice... Your gonna be very happy with this direction.

**ChiefRocka** · 07-09-2014, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by E911manager

Man that frame looks familiar. Very nice... Your gonna be very happy with this direction.

Thanks !

I think so too, I feel it should have a decent ride.

**ChiefRocka** · 07-09-2014, 10:19 AM

The Powder Coater across the way let us borrow one of his Rotisseries, and with a few mods to the arms, I was able to fasten it safely to the Burban Body.

I cut out sections of the body mounts to allow as much blasting of the inside as possible.

Further bracing was done to help support the load.

My plan is to do blasting in "stages" .... This will allow me to work on it a little at a time, without getting overwhelmed, and to keep flash rust to a minimum.

The first order of blasting was the entire underside and the floor/rocker/kick panel areas.

I will start on this first, in order to build the mounts for B-body Frame.

MikeS. · 07-09-2014, 04:36 PM

John thanks for sharing.

robber grin · 07-10-2014, 08:34 AM

Cool pics - thanks for sharing the build. Nice looking pup. You guys are getting it done!

The equipment in use can cause envy for "home-garage" types, but I'm praying for forgiveness. Based on the scene and the set-up if I wasn't a gozillion miles away I'd volunteer grunt labor since I can relate to your schedule too.

Keep rock'n ~ rg

**ChiefRocka** · 07-10-2014, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by robber grin

Cool pics - thanks for sharing the build. Nice looking pup. You guys are getting it done!

The equipment in use can cause envy for "home-garage" types, but I'm praying for forgiveness. Based on the scene and the set-up if I wasn't a gozillion miles away I'd volunteer grunt labor since I can relate to your schedule too.

Keep rock'n ~ rg

How much as plane tickets these days ??

Thanks man !

I remember as a kid doing this stuff on my back laying under cars for years !

It took me a while to get to a point in life to own a shop ..... so this means for sure I have no time for myself or my projects ....

But, Im determined on this one

**ChiefRocka** · 07-19-2014, 09:55 PM

Here is a few more pics to add ....
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Push across the parking lot to the blaster ... manually scrapes off whatever is left of undercoat, before entering blast cabinet ....
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IN THE BOOTH !!
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**ChiefRocka** · 07-19-2014, 10:01 PM

Blasting is so nice, but it will uncover more than what you thought ... which is a good thing, really.

Phase 1 of blasting was just the underside of body, floor, dash, firewall, and kickpanels. This was so I do not get more overwhelmed than I already am ...

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C@rnut001 · 07-20-2014, 12:22 AM

Looks like you are progressing well. Keep it up and thanks for sharing all of this pictures.

likaroc13 · 07-20-2014, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by C@rnut001

Looks like you are progressing well. Keep it up and thanks for sharing all of this pictures.

x2!

Looks like a lot of no fun work, but I'm sure you can handle it with no problem. Thanks for documenting for us.

**Captainfab** · 07-21-2014, 12:47 AM

Yep, sandblasting is the absolute best way to to clean up the metal and see exactly what you have....of course as long as the blaster knows what he is doing on sheetmetal. It looks like he knows what he is doing and is doing a thorough job.

I have seen quite a few vehicles come to my friends shop to get stripped that were supposed to be rust free and leave needing a bit of metal replacement. But it's better to find the issues now rather than have it come to bite you in the a** after it is finished.

What media does your blaster use?

**ChiefRocka** · 08-08-2014, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by C@rnut001

Looks like you are progressing well. Keep it up and thanks for sharing all of this pictures.

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Originally Posted by piratexpress1369a

was that sand blasting or soda blasting ...got to love the rotisserie makes it alot easier

Thanks guys, and your welcome for the pics. The rotisserie does help alot

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Originally Posted by likaroc13

x2!

Looks like a lot of no fun work, but I'm sure you can handle it with no problem. Thanks for documenting for us.

It is very time consuming, for sure...something I don't have much of lately

**ChiefRocka** · 08-08-2014, 11:01 PM

Here is a few more pics from a couple weeks ago .....

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**ChiefRocka** · 08-09-2014, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Captainfab

Yep, sandblasting is the absolute best way to to clean up the metal and see exactly what you have....of course as long as the blaster knows what he is doing on sheetmetal. It looks like he knows what he is doing and is doing a thorough job.

I have seen quite a few vehicles come to my friends shop to get stripped that were supposed to be rust free and leave needing a bit of metal replacement. But it's better to find the issues now rather than have it come to bite you in the a** after it is finished.

What media does your blaster use?

He uses a Garnet Aluminum Oxide mixture

**Captainfab** · 08-11-2014, 01:07 AM

That's good....better than silica sand.

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Originally Posted by ChiefRocka

He uses a Garnet Aluminum Oxide mixture

piratexpress1369a · 07-20-2014, 10:19 AM

was that sand blasting or soda blasting ...got to love the rotisserie makes it alot easier

piratexpress1369a · 08-09-2014, 10:55 AM

dam do you have your work cut out on this

**ChiefRocka** · 08-09-2014, 02:56 PM

Ya think ??

**ChiefRocka** · 08-26-2014, 12:16 AM

Early this morning, before opening ... I just had to hit it again !
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IM GONNA SWEEP ALL THIS UP AND GIVE IT BACK TO THE CUSTOMER !!!

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**ChiefRocka** · 08-26-2014, 12:27 AM

After removing the Radiator support, I was able to lower the body all the way onto the frame !!
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I think I am good with how the rear of the body is sitting. The rear cross-section (where the gate mounts to) it laying perfectly on the chassis. Drill some holes and add a body mount ... done.
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Full, uncut Spring shown here. Once the weight of the wood floors, all three rows of seats, fuel tank, etc., I think the preload height should be right on !!!
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Glad that floor modification will not be that extreme ... Kids will have only a small hump to climb over ....

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**ChiefRocka** · 08-26-2014, 12:38 AM

The front however, will need to come down a bit.

The front floor braces will be notched around the frame to allow the body to drop another 4-5 inches.

I am not concerned with doing a massive "body drop". I just want the body to sit low enough without raising or modifying the front metal section of the body. Bad enough my wood floor has to be modified

I have plenty of room, and the trans to tunnel clearance is huge ....
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06-02-2014, 01:17 AM	#2
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... I see you have your own crystal ball huh? __________________ 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

06-07-2014, 01:44 AM	#3
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... So I received the ECM back from Brandon at lt1swap.com .... fast turn around ! I brought more work home with me .... This time the chassis This way I can solder, shrink, loom, and customize the harness perfectly ... (Not necessarily in that order) __________________ 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!"

06-12-2014, 10:07 AM	#4
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... So I managed to complete the Harness at home last weekend. Fired it up, and ran as it should with no issues. Reached operating temp, and the fans cycled .... DONE ! So this step it done. I decided to key the OG engine fuse box intact. I started to remove it, but it was a no-brainer to reuse ... all the circuits/relays are there. The box also supplies TWO 60 AMP "body" circuits which is nice. One will power the Burbans body, and the other I will use for a high current headlight upgrade. The "airpump" fused relay circuit will probably be my new horn relay ... And finally, the 25amp "ELC" (electronic level control) circuit will power the air-ride switches/valves. - - - - RIGHT SIDE CAT makes a great coaster .... - - - - - - __________________ 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!"

07-02-2014, 05:37 PM	#5
E911manager Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Blanchard Oklahoma Posts: 424	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... Man that frame looks familiar. Very nice... Your gonna be very happy with this direction. __________________ My Build CAPRICKUP 1964 Chevy SWB on a 94 Caprice http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=492640

07-09-2014, 10:19 AM	#7
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... The Powder Coater across the way let us borrow one of his Rotisseries, and with a few mods to the arms, I was able to fasten it safely to the Burban Body. I cut out sections of the body mounts to allow as much blasting of the inside as possible. Further bracing was done to help support the load. My plan is to do blasting in "stages" .... This will allow me to work on it a little at a time, without getting overwhelmed, and to keep flash rust to a minimum. The first order of blasting was the entire underside and the floor/rocker/kick panel areas. I will start on this first, in order to build the mounts for B-body Frame. __________________ 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!"

07-09-2014, 04:36 PM	#8
MikeS. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: FarEastern WVa Posts: 1,691	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... John thanks for sharing. __________________ Past Master Triluminar Lodge #117 GL of WVa My 1963 4x4 Suburban build; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=531274 My Gallery, now with pics of my 1966 C30 motorhome. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...&ppuser=103447

07-10-2014, 08:34 AM	#9
robber grin Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Sunny Youngwood PA Posts: 463	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... Cool pics - thanks for sharing the build. Nice looking pup. You guys are getting it done! The equipment in use can cause envy for "home-garage" types, but I'm praying for forgiveness. Based on the scene and the set-up if I wasn't a gozillion miles away I'd volunteer grunt labor since I can relate to your schedule too. Keep rock'n ~ rg

07-19-2014, 09:55 PM	#11
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... Here is a few more pics to add .... - - - - - - - - Push across the parking lot to the blaster ... manually scrapes off whatever is left of undercoat, before entering blast cabinet .... - - - - IN THE BOOTH !! - - __________________ 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!"

07-19-2014, 10:01 PM	#12
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... Blasting is so nice, but it will uncover more than what you thought ... which is a good thing, really. Phase 1 of blasting was just the underside of body, floor, dash, firewall, and kickpanels. This was so I do not get more overwhelmed than I already am ... - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - __________________ 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!"

07-20-2014, 12:22 AM	#13
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07-21-2014, 12:47 AM	#15
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... Yep, sandblasting is the absolute best way to to clean up the metal and see exactly what you have....of course as long as the blaster knows what he is doing on sheetmetal. It looks like he knows what he is doing and is doing a thorough job. I have seen quite a few vehicles come to my friends shop to get stripped that were supposed to be rust free and leave needing a bit of metal replacement. But it's better to find the issues now rather than have it come to bite you in the a** after it is finished. What media does your blaster use? __________________ 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

08-08-2014, 11:01 PM	#17
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... Here is a few more pics from a couple weeks ago ..... - - - - - - - - __________________ 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!"

07-20-2014, 10:19 AM	#20
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08-09-2014, 10:55 AM	#21
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08-09-2014, 02:56 PM	#22
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... Ya think ?? __________________ 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!"



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08-26-2014, 12:16 AM	#23
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... Early this morning, before opening ... I just had to hit it again ! - - - - - - - - IM GONNA SWEEP ALL THIS UP AND GIVE IT BACK TO THE CUSTOMER !!! - - - - - - __________________ 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!"

08-26-2014, 12:27 AM	#24
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... After removing the Radiator support, I was able to lower the body all the way onto the frame !! - - I think I am good with how the rear of the body is sitting. The rear cross-section (where the gate mounts to) it laying perfectly on the chassis. Drill some holes and add a body mount ... done. - - - - - - Full, uncut Spring shown here. Once the weight of the wood floors, all three rows of seats, fuel tank, etc., I think the preload height should be right on !!! - - - - Glad that floor modification will not be that extreme ... Kids will have only a small hump to climb over .... - - __________________ 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!"

08-26-2014, 12:38 AM	#25
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: '62 GMC Suburban "Rust"oration, Patina Build..... The front however, will need to come down a bit. The front floor braces will be notched around the frame to allow the body to drop another 4-5 inches. I am not concerned with doing a massive "body drop". I just want the body to sit low enough without raising or modifying the front metal section of the body. Bad enough my wood floor has to be modified I have plenty of room, and the trans to tunnel clearance is huge .... - - - - - - - - __________________ 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; 08-26-2014 at 12:46 AM.

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