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a5Ben · 09-28-2010, 08:13 AM

Leevon,

Whats the details on those trailing arms? What were they off of? Looking great BTW!

Thanks!
Ben

**67cheby** · 09-28-2010, 09:20 AM

valve covers are awesome

bjcaldwe · 09-28-2010, 10:05 AM

Good progress.

**LEEVON** · 09-28-2010, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by a5Ben

Leevon,

Whats the details on those trailing arms? What were they off of? Looking great BTW!

Thanks!
Ben

They're just '67-72 trailing arms with a modified crossmember. Easy as pie. And Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67cheby

valve covers are awesome

Thanks! I'm glad I got them.

Quote:

Originally Posted by bjcaldwe

Good progress.

Appreciate it!

bjcaldwe · 09-28-2010, 11:06 AM

I am going to try and play a bit of catch up with you tonight after work. The goal is to get some more sheet metal off mine.

**LEEVON** · 10-02-2010, 10:46 PM

I've been busting my but trying to get the engine/trans installed in the chassis for good. There are alot of little parts to gather and details to mind but I finished detailing and painting, then stabbed the engine. Now I'm waiting on a pilot bearing and flywheel bolts. Enjoy:

99 to Life · 10-03-2010, 01:03 PM

engine looks tiiiiiiigggggghhhhhhtttttttt

**LEEVON** · 10-03-2010, 09:54 PM

Click on this for a video:

bjcaldwe · 10-03-2010, 10:05 PM

Nice progress. I am definitely jealous.

What bags are you using?

**LEEVON** · 10-03-2010, 10:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bjcaldwe

Nice progress. I am definitely jealous.

What bags are you using?

The front are whatever came with the TCI MII, not sure but they're double convoluted and the rears are Firestone F9000 sleeve bags. Lots of lift from the F9000's and they are supposed to ride NICE.

99 to Life · 10-03-2010, 11:15 PM

the travel height looks great. I like how it isn't slammed too, just in case
something happens, it's nice to not be stranded. Everything is looking real good and clean. I really like the OG frames with MII on them, they look much cleaner than s-10 swaps. I think I might try and go that route on my next project, even though I got another s-10 frame and OG frame sitting and waiting.
good work and good tunes in the BG.

**CHIZZLER** · 10-03-2010, 11:28 PM

motor looks killer.nice video.

masshole · 10-04-2010, 06:59 AM

thats what i'm talkin about! lookin great, what kind of intake is that on your motor? i looks killer!
masshole

**67cheby** · 10-04-2010, 09:55 AM

sweet...nice vid

**LEEVON** · 10-04-2010, 10:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 99 to Life

the travel height looks great. I like how it isn't slammed too, just in case
something happens, it's nice to not be stranded. Everything is looking real good and clean. I really like the OG frames with MII on them, they look much cleaner than s-10 swaps. I think I might try and go that route on my next project, even though I got another s-10 frame and OG frame sitting and waiting.
good work and good tunes in the BG.

Thanks! The front could go to the ground but I want to be able to roll if I lose air, so I set the bumpstops to where the crossmember is about 2" off the ground. Gave me some peace of mind. I debated on the frame issue for along time, at the end of the day I decided that putting some more money into the stock frame would pay off in the long run. It adds resale value in my opinion.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CHIZZLER

motor looks killer.nice video.

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by masshole

thats what i'm talkin about! lookin great, what kind of intake is that on your motor? i looks killer!
masshole

Edelbrock LS1 Victor Jr. Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67cheby

sweet...nice vid

You like my helper? She thought the airbags were cool until they started hissing then she ran off.

Tri5Nerd · 10-04-2010, 03:47 PM

Really nice setup you got there.
How many more horses does the Victor Jr with carb gives over the stock LS6 intake and TB setup if the bottom end is stock?

What made you go that route?

Tri5

**LEEVON** · 10-04-2010, 04:24 PM

I've seen different data on the intake, based on LS1 and LS6 engines, from 20-40 added hp over stock. With a cam the potential is greater. I'm guestimating about 350-360hp at the crank, the engine was good for about 305 hp stock.

Just did it for the looks really. It probably would have been easier to go with EFI, I had all the stuff.

Tri5Nerd · 10-04-2010, 05:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LEEVON

I've seen different data on the intake, based on LS1 and LS6 engines, from 20-40 added hp over stock. With a cam the potential is greater. I'm guestimating about 350-360hp at the crank, the engine was good for about 305 hp stock.

Just did it for the looks really. It probably would have been easier to go with EFI, I had all the stuff.

45 to 55hp at the crank is not too bad... I went with the EFI with my LS1 but I went with a FAST intake, and beefed up the cam/heads and exhaust.

Tri5

**LEEVON** · 10-12-2010, 12:41 AM

PISSED!!!!!!!!!

Crappy parts just ruined a productive evening. My wife was gracious enough to let me go play after dinner (with 2 kids and full time jobs this is a big deal on a weekday).

I've gotten the engine in and collected everything I needed to put the flywheel, clutch assembly and trans in for good too. I took my time, checked the bellhousing runout (which was surprisingly good), installed the pilot bearing, and flywheel. Torqued the flywheel bolts 17lbs, 34lbs, 69lbs...lined up the clutch and pressure plate, installed the bolts finger tight and began to torque.

Wait, why is this pressure plate bolt spinning freely in the flywheel??????????

The dang threads on the very last bolt were crap, never made it past 10lbs of torque. I had to remove everything including the $50, one-time use, TTY, special order flywheel bolts (bet O'Reilly won't be replacing those huh?). Soooo frustrating. Anyways, here's some "update" pics. Hope I'm in a better mood next time

**67cheby** · 10-12-2010, 09:11 AM

sorry to hear that !!

kustombrad · 10-12-2010, 10:02 AM

Dude, that soooo freakin' sucks! I'm sorry!
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xpickup · 10-12-2010, 03:27 PM

LEEVON, It just seems like everything that you buy is junk. It would also be the very last bolt! Sorry about that.

ratty 46 · 10-12-2010, 06:31 PM

Ya ... that would have pissed me off too.

Better days are on the way. Don't sweat it. Life is way to short.

Ratty 46

**LEEVON** · 10-12-2010, 09:52 PM

Ah, no sweat really. A replacement is on the way, trans will be in by the weekend!

Detroit3100 · 10-13-2010, 01:53 PM

great build. Did you ever switch to the LS1 oil pan or are you still running the truck pan? do you have any motor mount pics...my 6.0L seems to sit low, espically the pan when I have it air'd down.

09-28-2010, 08:13 AM	#201
a5Ben Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Anderson, SC Posts: 84	Re: Project "Popeye" Leevon, Whats the details on those trailing arms? What were they off of? Looking great BTW! Thanks! Ben

09-28-2010, 09:20 AM	#202
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project "Popeye" valve covers are awesome __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

09-28-2010, 10:05 AM	#203
bjcaldwe Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 1,169	Re: Project "Popeye" Good progress. __________________ My AD Truck Build Thread 52 GMC one day laying on the running boards 2004 Chevy Crewcab. 3/5 and notched

09-28-2010, 11:06 AM	#205
bjcaldwe Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 1,169	Re: Project "Popeye" I am going to try and play a bit of catch up with you tonight after work. The goal is to get some more sheet metal off mine. __________________ My AD Truck Build Thread 52 GMC one day laying on the running boards 2004 Chevy Crewcab. 3/5 and notched

10-02-2010, 10:46 PM	#206
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Popeye" I've been busting my but trying to get the engine/trans installed in the chassis for good. There are alot of little parts to gather and details to mind but I finished detailing and painting, then stabbed the engine. Now I'm waiting on a pilot bearing and flywheel bolts. Enjoy: __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids Last edited by LEEVON; 10-02-2010 at 10:49 PM.

10-03-2010, 01:03 PM	#207
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: Project "Popeye" engine looks tiiiiiiigggggghhhhhhtttttttt __________________ 51' 99toLife finished 2011,355 sbc,5speed, patina, redoing whole truck, inter, bags, etc http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382481 49Hardtimes s/10 susp- bagged, vortec sbc, 5 speed, patina, sold http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=594874 VIDEOS https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA Geronimo 54' LS engine, static drop IFS, Client build, just about done http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...62#post7399162 52' 3100 Slowly in progress, will be painted two toned, have 235 with a t-5, lowered OG frame Other projects, 49' farmuse 3100, killer Patina, will be slammed, LS engine, full done interior up next! www.coffeeandcustoms.com

10-03-2010, 09:54 PM	#208
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Popeye" Click on this for a video: __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids Last edited by LEEVON; 10-03-2010 at 09:57 PM.

10-03-2010, 10:05 PM	#209
bjcaldwe Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 1,169	Re: Project "Popeye" Nice progress. I am definitely jealous. What bags are you using? __________________ My AD Truck Build Thread 52 GMC one day laying on the running boards 2004 Chevy Crewcab. 3/5 and notched

10-03-2010, 11:15 PM	#211
99 to Life Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Titusville, PA Posts: 3,585	Re: Project "Popeye" the travel height looks great. I like how it isn't slammed too, just in case something happens, it's nice to not be stranded. Everything is looking real good and clean. I really like the OG frames with MII on them, they look much cleaner than s-10 swaps. I think I might try and go that route on my next project, even though I got another s-10 frame and OG frame sitting and waiting. good work and good tunes in the BG. __________________ 51' 99toLife finished 2011,355 sbc,5speed, patina, redoing whole truck, inter, bags, etc http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=382481 49Hardtimes s/10 susp- bagged, vortec sbc, 5 speed, patina, sold http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=594874 VIDEOS https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA https://youtu.be/E8zHhjgS_lA Geronimo 54' LS engine, static drop IFS, Client build, just about done http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...62#post7399162 52' 3100 Slowly in progress, will be painted two toned, have 235 with a t-5, lowered OG frame Other projects, 49' farmuse 3100, killer Patina, will be slammed, LS engine, full done interior up next! www.coffeeandcustoms.com

10-03-2010, 11:28 PM	#212
CHIZZLER SAVING ONE TRUCK AT A TIME Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: sherwood oregon Posts: 1,141	Re: Project "Popeye" motor looks killer.nice video. __________________ 53-suburban (99% done) 40-pick up (99.9% done) 12-cc lb dually D-max (dd) 61-crew cab D-max "PAY LESS FOR WHAT YOU NEED PAY MORE FOR WHAT YOU WANT" 53 BURBAN BARN FIND:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=404091 1940 PROJECT MOON SHINE:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551088 1961 CREW MAX: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=6957999

10-04-2010, 06:59 AM	#213
masshole Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: south shore Ma Posts: 72	Re: Project "Popeye" thats what i'm talkin about! lookin great, what kind of intake is that on your motor? i looks killer! masshole

10-04-2010, 09:55 AM	#214
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project "Popeye" sweet...nice vid __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

10-04-2010, 03:47 PM	#216
Tri5Nerd Tripple Five Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: USA Posts: 658	Re: Project "Popeye" Really nice setup you got there. How many more horses does the Victor Jr with carb gives over the stock LS6 intake and TB setup if the bottom end is stock? What made you go that route? Tri5 __________________ 1955 Chevy Stepside/LS1 drive train http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=371513

10-04-2010, 04:24 PM	#217
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Popeye" I've seen different data on the intake, based on LS1 and LS6 engines, from 20-40 added hp over stock. With a cam the potential is greater. I'm guestimating about 350-360hp at the crank, the engine was good for about 305 hp stock. Just did it for the looks really. It probably would have been easier to go with EFI, I had all the stuff. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

10-12-2010, 12:41 AM	#219
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Popeye" PISSED!!!!!!!!! Crappy parts just ruined a productive evening. My wife was gracious enough to let me go play after dinner (with 2 kids and full time jobs this is a big deal on a weekday). I've gotten the engine in and collected everything I needed to put the flywheel, clutch assembly and trans in for good too. I took my time, checked the bellhousing runout (which was surprisingly good), installed the pilot bearing, and flywheel. Torqued the flywheel bolts 17lbs, 34lbs, 69lbs...lined up the clutch and pressure plate, installed the bolts finger tight and began to torque. Wait, why is this pressure plate bolt spinning freely in the flywheel?????????? The dang threads on the very last bolt were crap, never made it past 10lbs of torque. I had to remove everything including the $50, one-time use, TTY, special order flywheel bolts (bet O'Reilly won't be replacing those huh?). Soooo frustrating. Anyways, here's some "update" pics. Hope I'm in a better mood next time Attached Images __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids Last edited by LEEVON; 10-12-2010 at 12:45 AM.



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10-12-2010, 09:11 AM	#220
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project "Popeye" sorry to hear that !! __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

10-12-2010, 10:02 AM	#221
kustombrad Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: So. Cal. Posts: 452	Re: Project "Popeye" Dude, that soooo freakin' sucks! I'm sorry! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ It's all about the stance, baby! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=320546

10-12-2010, 03:27 PM	#222
xpickup Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: York, Pa. Posts: 1,386	Re: Project "Popeye" LEEVON, It just seems like everything that you buy is junk. It would also be the very last bolt! Sorry about that.

10-12-2010, 06:31 PM	#223
ratty 46 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Atlanta, Ga. Posts: 1,104	Re: Project "Popeye" Ya ... that would have pissed me off too. Better days are on the way. Don't sweat it. Life is way to short. Ratty 46

10-12-2010, 09:52 PM	#224
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Popeye" Ah, no sweat really. A replacement is on the way, trans will be in by the weekend! __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

10-13-2010, 01:53 PM	#225
Detroit3100 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Detroit Posts: 73	Re: Project "Popeye" great build. Did you ever switch to the LS1 oil pan or are you still running the truck pan? do you have any motor mount pics...my 6.0L seems to sit low, espically the pan when I have it air'd down.

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