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*lghtng2* · 02-04-2009, 06:54 AM

to the question above J&J Engineering Inc.
Big Bear City, CA they got the hook-up for sweet all aluminum dash bezel's /

so my tank got delayed along with all of the other parts I've ordered I'm assuming that everyone is too busy doing taxes to ship their own product out or they laid off half of their staff lol jk hopefully I'll get this truck done soon; spring time is just around the corner and I want to drive it bad!!! As far as paint and body its looking like valentines weekend, good thing I don't have a girlfriend at the moment or she'd be pissed of all the money and time I'm spending with my truck =p

*lghtng2* · 02-08-2009, 05:36 AM

Selling 2 tailgates... hurry there gonna go fast... one way or another; read
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...96#post3131296

*lghtng2* · 02-09-2009, 09:48 PM

ALL OF THE PARTS ARE IN!!! Can't wait to get started

Pics coming once I get off the night shift =p

Joey~AP · 02-11-2009, 01:06 PM

Lookin good, hand!

*lghtng2* · 02-18-2009, 03:06 AM

Making headway on the cab, swapping out the blocks with the new 3" Body lift as well as doing a bed fill tank mock-up... pics coming might go to the Chicago Auto Show this weekend so will see how far I get

*lghtng2* · 02-25-2009, 01:49 AM

Putting in the correct 3" body lift and removing the wood blocks; still working on the cab floor pics coming when I get a chance to continue with that

*lghtng2* · 02-27-2009, 06:43 PM

D-Day for Project 72' sent the bed off to paint and body, pounded out the rear brace and work on the position of the gas tank

*lghtng2* · 03-24-2009, 11:21 PM

Pics of the bed so far, get it back this sunday pics will be up of final product later sunday or monday

Blazer Eagle · 03-24-2009, 11:52 PM

i cant wait, try and get some pics in full sunlight if you could, im thinking about this color for my 74 blazer, but i dont know if its too red or not

3quartertime · 03-25-2009, 03:49 AM

Cool project!

I agree you should get it going and enjoy it this spring, but the way you are building it just screams CHEVY BIG BLOCK POWER!!! lol...

onlyifihadachevy · 03-28-2009, 10:45 PM

that doesn't look like a 6 in lift that way its sitting on the 36s because i had a 35 on one side in the the front with a 6in in kit and it was a tighter fit. You may have a 8 or 10 in kit, unless it had those wood blocks in the first few pictures.

Change the gears to 4.10s for bogging because to don't want to much torque or too little. And if you change the gears change the front to a locker or limited slip.

Just my input.

*lghtng2* · 03-29-2009, 12:51 PM

Ya, It's a 6" Suspension Lift and Had wood blocks in for a body lift/ took them out and put in a 3" body lift. As far as the front it has locker's; I am thinking about switching the gears out but how I go about it I'm still questioning. First thing is first, get it put back together and drive it!

onlyifihadachevy · 03-29-2009, 02:38 PM

Go to a 4wd shop and talk to them they will know who changes them, if they don't. if you are going to do it yourself, its pretty hard from what i've heard.

*lghtng2* · 04-09-2009, 12:25 PM

Lets try this again, Bed fully painted and lined...

*lghtng2* · 04-09-2009, 12:32 PM

Rear Brake kit

*lghtng2* · 04-09-2009, 12:36 PM

Front Clip removal

*lghtng2* · 04-23-2009, 02:15 PM

Last order of parts, at least this year (excl. tires that'll be a little later) But other than that everything is going into full swing, First objective get the bed and cab off the frame... hopefully get that done in the next 2 weeks/

*lghtng2* · 09-07-2009, 02:50 AM

Wanted- Someone to help work on my truck
So ya its been awhile since I've touched my 72' project and alot of things have happened since I've touched it last. Long story short I work weekend shift and none of my friends are available to help work on it. I am looking for someone in Central IL area to help my work on this in their free time through the week Mon-thurs. Preferably some one with welding experience, tubing (need to run fuel lines), and overall modification. There really isn't much left but I can't bring myself to do it on my own I get bored very easily and need someone else with me to just chat and drink a few beers. Please e-mail me at lghtng2@yahoo.com if you are interested.
-Jon

**71blksuper4x4** · 09-08-2009, 05:57 PM

Nice truck, it appears your truck is sitting on a 73-87 style long bed frame. I can tell from the furthest rear crossmember with the holes. Just thought I would tell you if you ever need to order suspension components and such. Sorry, can't help you out with the labor. Trevor

*lghtng2* · 05-05-2010, 11:15 PM

For SALE as is 90% Restored Lost interest all the parts are there $10,000 takes it home today! 309-370-6793

*lghtng2* · 07-29-2010, 06:00 PM

Well I finally bit the bullet and got a loan, Big Red just got some funds! Starting on it right away frame blasted and powder-coated or painted, fuel lines, brake, cab work, 2 new doors, ect ect ect.... UPDATES* Coming SOON!!!

70stroker · 07-30-2010, 02:31 PM

looking forward to watching this progress man.

*lghtng2* · 07-31-2010, 01:33 AM

okay day 1 Redemption! Back to work on the truck I have removed the radiator, brake booster, all the pedal assembly, and removed the mounting bolts to the cab.
Later today around noon I'm having a few friends over to help pickup and place the cab and bed on a flat and prep the frame to be delivered for blasting on Sunday. Pictures are coming soon...

Davetopay · 07-31-2010, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lghtng2

okay day 1 Redemption! Back to work on the truck I have removed the radiator, brake booster, all the pedal assembly, and removed the mounting bolts to the cab.
Later today around noon I'm having a few friends over to help pickup and place the cab and bed on a flat and prep the frame to be delivered for blasting on Sunday. Pictures are coming soon...

Glad to hear you didn't sell it. You would kick yourself if you left your vision inrealized.

67mater · 08-06-2010, 12:39 PM

welcome from Peoria! I'll be keeping my eye out for your truck!!

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02-04-2009, 06:54 AM	#51
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream to the question above J&J Engineering Inc. Big Bear City, CA they got the hook-up for sweet all aluminum dash bezel's / so my tank got delayed along with all of the other parts I've ordered I'm assuming that everyone is too busy doing taxes to ship their own product out or they laid off half of their staff lol jk hopefully I'll get this truck done soon; spring time is just around the corner and I want to drive it bad!!! As far as paint and body its looking like valentines weekend, good thing I don't have a girlfriend at the moment or she'd be pissed of all the money and time I'm spending with my truck =p

02-08-2009, 05:36 AM	#52
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Selling 2 tailgates... hurry there gonna go fast... one way or another; read http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...96#post3131296

02-09-2009, 09:48 PM	#53
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream ALL OF THE PARTS ARE IN!!! Can't wait to get started Pics coming once I get off the night shift =p

02-11-2009, 01:06 PM	#54
Joey~AP TexasBowhunter Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: alvin, texas Posts: 450	Re: Doug's Dream Lookin good, hand! __________________ Build in progress for son's first truck.

02-18-2009, 03:06 AM	#55
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Making headway on the cab, swapping out the blocks with the new 3" Body lift as well as doing a bed fill tank mock-up... pics coming might go to the Chicago Auto Show this weekend so will see how far I get

02-25-2009, 01:49 AM	#56
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Putting in the correct 3" body lift and removing the wood blocks; still working on the cab floor pics coming when I get a chance to continue with that Attached Images

02-27-2009, 06:43 PM	#57
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream D-Day for Project 72' sent the bed off to paint and body, pounded out the rear brace and work on the position of the gas tank Attached Images

03-24-2009, 11:21 PM	#58
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Pics of the bed so far, get it back this sunday pics will be up of final product later sunday or monday Attached Images

03-24-2009, 11:52 PM	#59
Blazer Eagle Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: PLacerville, CA Posts: 195	Re: Doug's Dream i cant wait, try and get some pics in full sunlight if you could, im thinking about this color for my 74 blazer, but i dont know if its too red or not

03-25-2009, 03:49 AM	#60
3quartertime My Mistress the Sea Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Bradenton, FL. Posts: 412	Re: Doug's Dream Cool project! I agree you should get it going and enjoy it this spring, but the way you are building it just screams CHEVY BIG BLOCK POWER!!! lol... __________________ *,,,they'd look alot better as beer cans...* '71 K20 350/350 Rusty but trusty... gone '70 C20... gone '88 K1500... gone '90 C1500... gone '91 C2500... gone '95 C3500 6.5L Dually love this one!...

03-28-2009, 10:45 PM	#61
onlyifihadachevy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: seaside,ca Posts: 778	Re: Doug's Dream that doesn't look like a 6 in lift that way its sitting on the 36s because i had a 35 on one side in the the front with a 6in in kit and it was a tighter fit. You may have a 8 or 10 in kit, unless it had those wood blocks in the first few pictures. Change the gears to 4.10s for bogging because to don't want to much torque or too little. And if you change the gears change the front to a locker or limited slip. Just my input. __________________ 72 gmc 2500 2wd drive convert My 72 thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=346712 THe other truck, wheeler 69 1/2 4x4, yellow and rusty. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=350300 Last edited by onlyifihadachevy; 03-28-2009 at 10:52 PM.

03-29-2009, 12:51 PM	#62
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Ya, It's a 6" Suspension Lift and Had wood blocks in for a body lift/ took them out and put in a 3" body lift. As far as the front it has locker's; I am thinking about switching the gears out but how I go about it I'm still questioning. First thing is first, get it put back together and drive it!

03-29-2009, 02:38 PM	#63
onlyifihadachevy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: seaside,ca Posts: 778	Re: Doug's Dream Go to a 4wd shop and talk to them they will know who changes them, if they don't. if you are going to do it yourself, its pretty hard from what i've heard. __________________ 72 gmc 2500 2wd drive convert My 72 thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=346712 THe other truck, wheeler 69 1/2 4x4, yellow and rusty. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=350300

04-09-2009, 12:25 PM	#64
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Lets try this again, Bed fully painted and lined... Attached Images



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04-09-2009, 12:32 PM	#65
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Rear Brake kit Attached Images

04-09-2009, 12:36 PM	#66
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Front Clip removal Attached Images

04-23-2009, 02:15 PM	#67
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Last order of parts, at least this year (excl. tires that'll be a little later) But other than that everything is going into full swing, First objective get the bed and cab off the frame... hopefully get that done in the next 2 weeks/

09-07-2009, 02:50 AM	#68
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Wanted- Someone to help work on my truck So ya its been awhile since I've touched my 72' project and alot of things have happened since I've touched it last. Long story short I work weekend shift and none of my friends are available to help work on it. I am looking for someone in Central IL area to help my work on this in their free time through the week Mon-thurs. Preferably some one with welding experience, tubing (need to run fuel lines), and overall modification. There really isn't much left but I can't bring myself to do it on my own I get bored very easily and need someone else with me to just chat and drink a few beers. Please e-mail me at lghtng2@yahoo.com if you are interested. -Jon

09-08-2009, 05:57 PM	#69
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,148	Re: Doug's Dream Nice truck, it appears your truck is sitting on a 73-87 style long bed frame. I can tell from the furthest rear crossmember with the holes. Just thought I would tell you if you ever need to order suspension components and such. Sorry, can't help you out with the labor. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

05-05-2010, 11:15 PM	#70
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream For SALE as is 90% Restored Lost interest all the parts are there $10,000 takes it home today! 309-370-6793

07-29-2010, 06:00 PM	#71
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream Well I finally bit the bullet and got a loan, Big Red just got some funds! Starting on it right away frame blasted and powder-coated or painted, fuel lines, brake, cab work, 2 new doors, ect ect ect.... UPDATES* Coming SOON!!!

07-30-2010, 02:31 PM	#72
70stroker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: pittsburg kansas Posts: 894	Re: Doug's Dream looking forward to watching this progress man. __________________ 70 GMC build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=613130

07-31-2010, 01:33 AM	#73
lghtng2 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Peoria, IL Posts: 179	Re: Doug's Dream okay day 1 Redemption! Back to work on the truck I have removed the radiator, brake booster, all the pedal assembly, and removed the mounting bolts to the cab. Later today around noon I'm having a few friends over to help pickup and place the cab and bed on a flat and prep the frame to be delivered for blasting on Sunday. Pictures are coming soon...

08-06-2010, 12:39 PM	#75
67mater Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Mundelein, IL Posts: 862	Re: Doug's Dream welcome from Peoria! I'll be keeping my eye out for your truck!! __________________ time is inversely proportional to money; that's why it takes me so long 1967 K10 1967 Camaro

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