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luifer76 · 07-25-2011, 10:00 AM

truck is looking really good bro it sucks you have to cut the be tho....how much do you have to cu?....

Pro Performance · 07-25-2011, 10:52 AM

I just need to raise it enough to clear the 1-1/2" tube I have sitting on top of the frame. But, I think to make it look clean and not so much like an after thought, I will put a rise about 3" in between the fenderwells.

I think this is the easiest solution, rather than completely re-doing my x-member and tank brackets that come off of it. Seems a liitle odd to have this when I dont have a step notch, but, kind of have no choice now. I wanted it all under the bed.

Kind of like this.

luifer76 · 07-25-2011, 08:23 PM

that should look pretty good....

Pro Performance · 07-27-2011, 01:23 PM

I want to paint the exhaust on my truck, and not really sure what color to do it. Want to see what you guys think. All my suspension and frame is black, so i am looking for a little contrast, but at the same time, all flat black exhaust would be kind of sinister.

A) Flat Black Exhaust
B) Silver
C) Charcoal, if I can find it in a high-heat paint.

luifer76 · 07-27-2011, 01:45 PM

well since your frame is black paint the exhaust silver that way it can stand out.......

Pop's C-10 · 07-27-2011, 01:47 PM

silver with some other parts painted silver to...maybe tha oil & trans pan..

Pro Performance · 07-27-2011, 04:04 PM

Yeah, silver might break it up some. I just think the black would look clean and simple.... kind of tough looking.

Pro Performance · 08-05-2011, 09:39 AM

It has been a little bit since I worked on my truck. But I did pick up my Nitto NT05 tires yesterday. 315/35/20 for the rear, and 255/35/20 for the front. Now i just need to measure for backspace and order my wheels.

kikkegek · 08-05-2011, 03:20 PM

yeah baby!

luifer76 · 08-05-2011, 05:13 PM

nice set of tires......

Pro Performance · 10-01-2011, 08:32 PM

It has been a while since I have worked on my truck, but plan on making some progress soon and finishing the front end.

Here are the Choppin' Block arms that arrived. They are a very nice part and well built. Quality arms.

luifer76 · 10-01-2011, 08:34 PM

Nice arms bro i cant wait to see thing all laid out......

Pro Performance · 10-03-2011, 11:37 AM

Here are some more pictures of the truck. This is shown with no springs in the front at all and using a stock spindle. It is sitting on the rubber bump that wont be there with the new arms. I think once everything goes in, it will drop the crossmember on the ground. Just though I would share a few photos. The back is aired out right now also.

luifer76 · 10-03-2011, 11:45 AM

it looks good bro.....

dlhughes2005 · 10-03-2011, 02:13 PM

Nice build!

Pro Performance · 10-23-2011, 04:10 PM

Got some work done this weekend. The passenger side front is mostly done. Still have to mount valves, trim fender to clear tire, and finish steering. Got the McGhaughy's 2.5" drop spindle, The Choppin' Block arms & Slam Specialties bags. Still have brakes left, which I will be going with the Wilwood D-52's.

Aired out.

Aired up.

luifer76 · 10-23-2011, 05:56 PM

truck looks great bro it actually looks like it lays lower than the previous pic you posted nice job so far man....

SS Delux · 10-23-2011, 10:37 PM

Are you going to have to cut the tubs in the bed to fit that tire in ?

Pro Performance · 10-24-2011, 09:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SS Delux

Are you going to have to cut the tubs in the bed to fit that tire in ?

No, they will fit in the stock tubs, but is a tight fit. Just have to get the back space just right.

Pop's C-10 · 10-24-2011, 05:16 PM

Nice looking tread

Pro Performance · 11-06-2011, 10:52 PM

Thanks. I am really close to having the wheels finished and mounted on the truck. I really can't wait to get it back on the ground and at least driving.

Where are most of you mounting your battery?

foamypirate · 11-09-2011, 05:40 PM

Looking good! Great progress!

What process did you use to get that gas tank so clean? Did you use a wire wheel, sand paper, etc?

Pro Performance · 11-09-2011, 06:29 PM

I just used a wire wheel on a 4-1/2" grinder. That's how I did all of my frame and anything else I removed paint from. Works well, just sometimes hard to get in tight areas.

I was also surprised about how clean the tank came out after wire wheeling it... and it was extremely easy to get it that clean before painting. I am assuming that is because it is aluminum.

foamypirate · 11-09-2011, 07:32 PM

Right on, thanks for the quick response!

Pro Performance · 11-13-2011, 07:33 PM

Got the last corner done, and now the whole truck is bagged! The underneath is almost there, next is the core support. But first, I want to wire up the valves and compressors.

I thought I was going to have to change out my headers, but they actually clear. The arms hit the ground first, and actually start to lift the wheels. Overall, I am satisfied with the amount it drops. Wish it went down a little further, but I expected this having a stock crossmember and no step notch.

Wheel should be finished soon also!

07-25-2011, 10:00 AM	#76
luifer76 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Southern California CA Posts: 1,088	Re: 84 C10 Project truck is looking really good bro it sucks you have to cut the be tho....how much do you have to cu?.... __________________ nOtHiNg LiKe ThE gOoD oLe ChEvYs....

07-25-2011, 10:52 AM	#77
Pro Performance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 3,069	Re: 84 C10 Project I just need to raise it enough to clear the 1-1/2" tube I have sitting on top of the frame. But, I think to make it look clean and not so much like an after thought, I will put a rise about 3" in between the fenderwells. I think this is the easiest solution, rather than completely re-doing my x-member and tank brackets that come off of it. Seems a liitle odd to have this when I dont have a step notch, but, kind of have no choice now. I wanted it all under the bed. Kind of like this. Last edited by Pro Performance; 07-25-2011 at 11:00 AM.

07-25-2011, 08:23 PM	#78
luifer76 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Southern California CA Posts: 1,088	Re: 84 C10 Project that should look pretty good.... __________________ nOtHiNg LiKe ThE gOoD oLe ChEvYs....

07-27-2011, 01:23 PM	#79
Pro Performance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 3,069	Re: 84 C10 Project I want to paint the exhaust on my truck, and not really sure what color to do it. Want to see what you guys think. All my suspension and frame is black, so i am looking for a little contrast, but at the same time, all flat black exhaust would be kind of sinister. A) Flat Black Exhaust B) Silver C) Charcoal, if I can find it in a high-heat paint.

07-27-2011, 01:45 PM	#80
luifer76 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Southern California CA Posts: 1,088	Re: 84 C10 Project well since your frame is black paint the exhaust silver that way it can stand out....... __________________ nOtHiNg LiKe ThE gOoD oLe ChEvYs....

07-27-2011, 01:47 PM	#81
Pop's C-10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: memphis Posts: 2,537	Re: 84 C10 Project silver with some other parts painted silver to...maybe tha oil & trans pan.. __________________ 1981 C-10 (Pop's) 1978 Camaro 2006 Lacrosse

07-27-2011, 04:04 PM	#82
Pro Performance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 3,069	Re: 84 C10 Project Yeah, silver might break it up some. I just think the black would look clean and simple.... kind of tough looking.

08-05-2011, 09:39 AM	#83
Pro Performance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 3,069	Re: 84 C10 Project It has been a little bit since I worked on my truck. But I did pick up my Nitto NT05 tires yesterday. 315/35/20 for the rear, and 255/35/20 for the front. Now i just need to measure for backspace and order my wheels. Last edited by Pro Performance; 02-21-2013 at 01:45 PM.

08-05-2011, 03:20 PM	#84
kikkegek Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Netherlands, The Hague Posts: 1,518	Re: 84 C10 Project yeah baby! __________________ My dreamride / project:1977 GMC C15 Suburban In storage: Monster - 1974 GMC Suburban 25hundred Sold : Chevrolet Suburban K20 Silverado 1986 Guide: real HID projectors for 4x6 headlights link: DIY LED TAILLIGHTS

08-05-2011, 05:13 PM	#85
luifer76 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Southern California CA Posts: 1,088	Re: 84 C10 Project nice set of tires...... __________________ nOtHiNg LiKe ThE gOoD oLe ChEvYs....

10-01-2011, 08:32 PM	#86
Pro Performance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 3,069	Re: 84 C10 Project It has been a while since I have worked on my truck, but plan on making some progress soon and finishing the front end. Here are the Choppin' Block arms that arrived. They are a very nice part and well built. Quality arms. Last edited by Pro Performance; 02-21-2013 at 01:44 PM.

10-01-2011, 08:34 PM	#87
luifer76 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Southern California CA Posts: 1,088	Re: 84 C10 Project Nice arms bro i cant wait to see thing all laid out...... __________________ nOtHiNg LiKe ThE gOoD oLe ChEvYs....

10-03-2011, 11:37 AM	#88
Pro Performance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 3,069	Re: 84 C10 Project Here are some more pictures of the truck. This is shown with no springs in the front at all and using a stock spindle. It is sitting on the rubber bump that wont be there with the new arms. I think once everything goes in, it will drop the crossmember on the ground. Just though I would share a few photos. The back is aired out right now also.

10-03-2011, 11:45 AM	#89
luifer76 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Southern California CA Posts: 1,088	Re: 84 C10 Project it looks good bro..... __________________ nOtHiNg LiKe ThE gOoD oLe ChEvYs....

10-03-2011, 02:13 PM	#90
dlhughes2005 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Lufkin, TX Posts: 40	Re: 84 C10 Project Nice build! __________________ 85 GMC SWB: Fuel Injected 454, TH400, soon to be laying frame on 22s 96 Trans-Am: Full bolt-ons, Weld Rodlite skinnies and fatties 95 GMC Yukon 4x4: 2door all stock with the exception of glasspacks and duals



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10-23-2011, 04:10 PM	#91
Pro Performance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 3,069	Re: 84 C10 Project Got some work done this weekend. The passenger side front is mostly done. Still have to mount valves, trim fender to clear tire, and finish steering. Got the McGhaughy's 2.5" drop spindle, The Choppin' Block arms & Slam Specialties bags. Still have brakes left, which I will be going with the Wilwood D-52's. Aired out. Aired up. Last edited by Pro Performance; 02-21-2013 at 01:43 PM.

10-23-2011, 05:56 PM	#92
luifer76 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Southern California CA Posts: 1,088	Re: 84 C10 Project truck looks great bro it actually looks like it lays lower than the previous pic you posted nice job so far man.... __________________ nOtHiNg LiKe ThE gOoD oLe ChEvYs....

10-23-2011, 10:37 PM	#93
SS Delux Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: windsor Posts: 290	Re: 84 C10 Project Are you going to have to cut the tubs in the bed to fit that tire in ?

10-24-2011, 05:16 PM	#95
Pop's C-10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: memphis Posts: 2,537	Re: 84 C10 Project Nice looking tread __________________ 1981 C-10 (Pop's) 1978 Camaro 2006 Lacrosse

11-06-2011, 10:52 PM	#96
Pro Performance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 3,069	Re: 84 C10 Project Thanks. I am really close to having the wheels finished and mounted on the truck. I really can't wait to get it back on the ground and at least driving. Where are most of you mounting your battery?

11-09-2011, 05:40 PM	#97
foamypirate Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Pflugerville, TX Posts: 594	Re: 84 C10 Project Looking good! Great progress! What process did you use to get that gas tank so clean? Did you use a wire wheel, sand paper, etc?

11-09-2011, 06:29 PM	#98
Pro Performance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 3,069	Re: 84 C10 Project I just used a wire wheel on a 4-1/2" grinder. That's how I did all of my frame and anything else I removed paint from. Works well, just sometimes hard to get in tight areas. I was also surprised about how clean the tank came out after wire wheeling it... and it was extremely easy to get it that clean before painting. I am assuming that is because it is aluminum.

11-09-2011, 07:32 PM	#99
foamypirate Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Pflugerville, TX Posts: 594	Re: 84 C10 Project Right on, thanks for the quick response!

11-13-2011, 07:33 PM	#100
Pro Performance Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: AZ Posts: 3,069	Re: 84 C10 Project Got the last corner done, and now the whole truck is bagged! The underneath is almost there, next is the core support. But first, I want to wire up the valves and compressors. I thought I was going to have to change out my headers, but they actually clear. The arms hit the ground first, and actually start to lift the wheels. Overall, I am satisfied with the amount it drops. Wish it went down a little further, but I expected this having a stock crossmember and no step notch. Wheel should be finished soon also! Last edited by Pro Performance; 02-21-2013 at 01:41 PM.

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