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usmcchevy · 04-19-2011, 11:15 PM

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Originally Posted by fishingjred73

Did that hydroboost come out of the van you got the motor from? And have you seen these http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=347480 http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=347484

Hydroboost came out of the same van the engine did. I have seen Captinfab's adapters, nice stuff! However his adapters place the hydroboost unit about 1.5" farther from the firewall and my push rod was barely long enough to reach the pedal even with the extended end. Plus this plate and end were $25 shipped....and I'm cheap

mcbassin · 04-19-2011, 11:52 PM

Nice work man. It looks like you are so close to having everything gathered up to make this baby run. I am gonna use an inline pump too I think. You remember what year the fuel regulator was added to the fuel rail? You are using the corvette filter/regulator right?

I am looking forward to getting started on my engine install. Getting burned out on this chassis build if you know what I mean. Once it's rolling than I will feel like I'm getting some where.

usmcchevy · 04-20-2011, 11:13 AM

Thanks guys. Yes that WIX filter is the vette filter/reg. Returnless started in 04, vans were a little late in 05 or 06.

skoolbusyeller72 · 04-21-2011, 10:34 PM

Cool truck keep up the good work,Cruisin is only 6 months away... Maybe when both of our trucks are running we can do a lil cruising as im right across the bridge from you, And i can borrow a couple of your ideas....

usmcchevy · 04-21-2011, 11:32 PM

Sure borrow away! More than likely the ideas you speak of were stolen from someone else

We really need to have a board meet this year during crusin. I tried to get one going last year, but failed lol.

Got the OBDII port mounted and finally got the radiator in for good with the trans cooler mounted and plumbed.

fishingjred73 · 04-21-2011, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by usmcchevy

We really need to have a board meet this year during crusin. I tried to get one going last year, but failed lol.

Ben you should check this out. http://louisianaclassictruckclub.fre...enings-f3.html There's usually about 12 or so guys that go to CTC.

usmcchevy · 04-22-2011, 12:10 AM

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Originally Posted by fishingjred73

Ben you should check this out. http://louisianaclassictruckclub.fre...enings-f3.html There's usually about 12 or so guys that go to CTC.

Ya, there were tons of guys and trucks here...I just didn't meet any

I'll have to sign up over there.

fishingjred73 · 04-22-2011, 02:06 PM

Yeah you should, one of our members said this is going to be our new name: Welcome to the ArkLaMissTexTennS.C. Louisiana Classic Truck club Where our motto is "As long as you like the truck you live close enuff"

skoolbusyeller72 · 04-22-2011, 05:12 PM

Lol.... Well ive lived here all of my life ,and im seeing names of places in la ive never heard of ,and by la i dont mean lower alabama as my friends call it that live there... an hour east and im in ala,and an hour west im in la.... Oh and im also James

RCbowtie69 · 04-22-2011, 05:22 PM

Hey from N.C.Just checking up on your build,i see you have made some head way & it's looking good,keep pictures coming

usmcchevy · 04-22-2011, 11:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fishingjred73

Yeah you should, one of our members said this is going to be our new name: Welcome to the ArkLaMissTexTennS.C. Louisiana Classic Truck club Where our motto is "As long as you like the truck you live close enuff"

I'll get signed up soon.

Quote:

Originally Posted by skoolbusyeller72

Lol.... Well ive lived here all of my life ,and im seeing names of places in la ive never heard of ,and by la i dont mean lower alabama as my friends call it that live there... an hour east and im in ala,and an hour west im in la.... Oh and im also James

I've been here for just about three years and I still pronounce names to local towns wrong

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Originally Posted by RCbowtie69

Hey from N.C.Just checking up on your build,i see you have made some head way & it's looking good,keep pictures coming

Thanks!

Trans cooler mounted and plumbed.

OBDII port, still got to hook it up.

Threw on the plug wires and exhaust flanges with O2 sensors.

Got the fuel line in.

Still rusty, I'll clean it all up once I can back the truck out and pull the bed.

Pump in there.

List,
1, Wire fuel pump.
2, Wire OBDII port
3, Hook up MAF
4, Change oil+filter
5, Change trans filter+fluid
6, Add coolant
7, Enlarge hole in firewall and mount/plumb hydroboost
8, Turn key and pray!

Also found out my drive shaft will work at its current length so all I need is a conversion U joint!

usmcchevy · 04-24-2011, 12:29 AM

Bought all of the coolant, oil, fluid and filters. Now I just need some time to work

5150.4.67 · 04-24-2011, 01:05 AM

scribed.........
You are close!

mcbassin · 04-24-2011, 02:03 PM

Looking good buddy!

68greg · 04-25-2011, 01:22 AM

ahhhhh! can smell the burnt hydrocarbons all the way over hear in iraq.... no wait thats jp8 from the helicopters dang it!! looks like your so very close will there be video (hint hint) i need to hear the rumble of an american v8 toyota diesels just dont get it

usmcchevy · 04-29-2011, 04:46 PM

It runs!!!!!

I have a video, but need to figure out how to post it.

usmcchevy · 04-29-2011, 05:52 PM

For open manifolds, she isn't that loud. No coolant so I didn't let it run long. Air intake is VERY temporary

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(joey) · 04-29-2011, 07:51 PM

must feel great to hear it purr.i cant wait to be at that stage

**Hart_Rod** · 04-29-2011, 11:04 PM

Sounds great! What software package did you use and where did you get it?

usmcchevy · 04-29-2011, 11:49 PM

Thanks! She smooths out the more it runs. The software is ElmScan, its a scan tool that allows you to view data and read and clear codes. It doesn't have "tuning" capability like HPtuners or EFI live.

More info on it
http://www.scantool.net/elmscan5-compact.html

I bought it on amazon for $40

Amazon.com: ElmScan 5 Compact USB OBD-II Scan...

wtchop · 04-30-2011, 01:52 AM

just read the whole build. Awesome!!!!!!

68greg · 04-30-2011, 10:07 AM

sounds great

**Hart_Rod** · 04-30-2011, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by usmcchevy

Thanks! She smooths out the more it runs. The software is ElmScan, its a scan tool that allows you to view data and read and clear codes. It doesn't have "tuning" capability like HPtuners or EFI live.

More info on it
http://www.scantool.net/elmscan5-compact.html

I bought it on amazon for $40

Thanks. Who's going to tune your computer?

oldblue1968chevy · 04-30-2011, 12:29 PM

Very very nice..

When do you think she'll be on the road?

usmcchevy · 04-30-2011, 02:19 PM

Thanks everyone. The tune was a mail tune by Black Bear Performance, great customer service. I hope to have it on the road by the end of May at the latest. Then I can start working on it like I originally intended(small weekend projects)

List for drivable.
Fill with coolant
Make push rod spacer for master cly
Install/rebuild steering column and shift linkage
Clean/paint driveshaft and press in U joints
Figure out a air intake
Install hood
Mount TAC and gas pedal
Clean up wiring in cab, behind motor and by computer.
And I better get some exhaust on it

04-19-2011, 11:52 PM	#252
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver Nice work man. It looks like you are so close to having everything gathered up to make this baby run. I am gonna use an inline pump too I think. You remember what year the fuel regulator was added to the fuel rail? You are using the corvette filter/regulator right? I am looking forward to getting started on my engine install. Getting burned out on this chassis build if you know what I mean. Once it's rolling than I will feel like I'm getting some where. __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

04-20-2011, 11:13 AM	#253
usmcchevy Has more rust than truck... Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ivanhoe, MN Posts: 2,421	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver Thanks guys. Yes that WIX filter is the vette filter/reg. Returnless started in 04, vans were a little late in 05 or 06. __________________ 1972 Custom/10 SWB, 4.8/4l80e Build thread LSx Swap FAQ index

04-21-2011, 10:34 PM	#254
skoolbusyeller72 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Ocean Springs ,Ms Posts: 43	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver Cool truck keep up the good work,Cruisin is only 6 months away... Maybe when both of our trucks are running we can do a lil cruising as im right across the bridge from you, And i can borrow a couple of your ideas.... __________________ 1972 Custom 10 LWB 1973 V8 Vega wagon 1925 Model T Wrecker 1913 Model T Speedster http://s181.photobucket.com/albums/x...07/72skoolbus/

04-21-2011, 11:32 PM	#255
usmcchevy Has more rust than truck... Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ivanhoe, MN Posts: 2,421	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver Sure borrow away! More than likely the ideas you speak of were stolen from someone else We really need to have a board meet this year during crusin. I tried to get one going last year, but failed lol. Got the OBDII port mounted and finally got the radiator in for good with the trans cooler mounted and plumbed. __________________ 1972 Custom/10 SWB, 4.8/4l80e Build thread LSx Swap FAQ index

04-22-2011, 02:06 PM	#258
fishingjred73 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: LOUISIANA Posts: 811	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver Yeah you should, one of our members said this is going to be our new name: Welcome to the ArkLaMissTexTennS.C. Louisiana Classic Truck club Where our motto is "As long as you like the truck you live close enuff" __________________ James '68 Stepside (ground up in progress) My 68 build thread http://louisianaclassictruckclub.fre...side-t956.html '81 SWB "Pap paw" (Driver) The 81 build thread http://louisianaclassictruckclub.fre...-swb-t960.html Member of www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/296290610747732/

04-22-2011, 05:12 PM	#259
skoolbusyeller72 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Ocean Springs ,Ms Posts: 43	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver Lol.... Well ive lived here all of my life ,and im seeing names of places in la ive never heard of ,and by la i dont mean lower alabama as my friends call it that live there... an hour east and im in ala,and an hour west im in la.... Oh and im also James __________________ 1972 Custom 10 LWB 1973 V8 Vega wagon 1925 Model T Wrecker 1913 Model T Speedster http://s181.photobucket.com/albums/x...07/72skoolbus/

04-22-2011, 05:22 PM	#260
RCbowtie69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Thomasville, NC Posts: 1,877	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver Hey from N.C.Just checking up on your build,i see you have made some head way & it's looking good,keep pictures coming __________________ My Truck: 2.5 drop front, 4 & 5/8 in rear, 350cubic in. been bored .60 over, 700r4 (soon), 3 speed (on tree for now).rims & tires size,15x8 ralleys 5 on 5,P275/60R15. Members I have met: Pickupman, 1972 Super Cheyenne, Stepside,Chis Mc Bride. tsnow67,joel.e,

04-24-2011, 12:29 AM	#262
usmcchevy Has more rust than truck... Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ivanhoe, MN Posts: 2,421	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver Bought all of the coolant, oil, fluid and filters. Now I just need some time to work __________________ 1972 Custom/10 SWB, 4.8/4l80e Build thread LSx Swap FAQ index

04-24-2011, 01:05 AM	#263
5150.4.67 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Modesto, Ca Posts: 411	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver scribed......... You are close!

04-24-2011, 02:03 PM	#264
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver Looking good buddy! __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

04-25-2011, 01:22 AM	#265
68greg Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: cabot,ar. Posts: 34	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver ahhhhh! can smell the burnt hydrocarbons all the way over hear in iraq.... no wait thats jp8 from the helicopters dang it!! looks like your so very close will there be video (hint hint) i need to hear the rumble of an american v8 toyota diesels just dont get it

04-29-2011, 04:46 PM	#266
usmcchevy Has more rust than truck... Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ivanhoe, MN Posts: 2,421	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver It runs!!!!! I have a video, but need to figure out how to post it. __________________ 1972 Custom/10 SWB, 4.8/4l80e Build thread LSx Swap FAQ index

04-29-2011, 07:51 PM	#268
(joey) Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: halifax nova scotia Posts: 375	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver must feel great to hear it purr.i cant wait to be at that stage __________________ check out my build (the start of a shaved,channeled,bagged 67 gmc with a 01 gmc frame and drivetrain) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=434253

04-29-2011, 11:04 PM	#269
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,827	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver Sounds great! What software package did you use and where did you get it? __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

04-29-2011, 11:49 PM	#270
usmcchevy Has more rust than truck... Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ivanhoe, MN Posts: 2,421	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver Thanks! She smooths out the more it runs. The software is ElmScan, its a scan tool that allows you to view data and read and clear codes. It doesn't have "tuning" capability like HPtuners or EFI live. More info on it http://www.scantool.net/elmscan5-compact.html I bought it on amazon for $40 Amazon.com: ElmScan 5 Compact USB OBD-II Scan... __________________ 1972 Custom/10 SWB, 4.8/4l80e Build thread LSx Swap FAQ index



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04-30-2011, 01:52 AM	#271
wtchop Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Martin, TN Posts: 42	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver just read the whole build. Awesome!!!!!!

04-30-2011, 10:07 AM	#272
68greg Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: cabot,ar. Posts: 34	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver sounds great

04-30-2011, 12:29 PM	#274
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver Very very nice.. When do you think she'll be on the road? __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

04-30-2011, 02:19 PM	#275
usmcchevy Has more rust than truck... Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Ivanhoe, MN Posts: 2,421	Re: '72 Chevy SWB, Project Driver Thanks everyone. The tune was a mail tune by Black Bear Performance, great customer service. I hope to have it on the road by the end of May at the latest. Then I can start working on it like I originally intended(small weekend projects) List for drivable. Fill with coolant Make push rod spacer for master cly Install/rebuild steering column and shift linkage Clean/paint driveshaft and press in U joints Figure out a air intake Install hood Mount TAC and gas pedal Clean up wiring in cab, behind motor and by computer. And I better get some exhaust on it __________________ 1972 Custom/10 SWB, 4.8/4l80e Build thread LSx Swap FAQ index

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