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- - Project: Blank Slate (https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=353633)

Hart_Rod

10-26-2009 12:36 PM

Re: Project: Blank Slate

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Originally Posted by lolife99 (Post 3583451)

I trim the red area. Plus the same amount of lip on the rear side of the a-arm.

When I'm done,... I check it by mounting the wheel, (at ride height), turning lock to lock, checking for any clearance issues.

Like I said,... this is mainly for 15" wheels with more than 3.5" of backspacing.

Thanks Lolife99! Nate, I apologize for hijacking your thread.....:).

72BlckButy

10-27-2009 08:37 PM

Re: Project: Blank Slate

Not a problem Rod, that's what this thread was done for. Question... did you decide to grind on the a-arms?

Hart_Rod

10-27-2009 09:50 PM

Re: Project: Blank Slate

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy (Post 3589724)

Not a problem Rod, that's what this thread was done for. Question... did you decide to grind on the a-arms?

Thanks. Yes, I'm going to grind them tomorrow.

72BlckButy

10-27-2009 09:55 PM

Re: Project: Blank Slate

Since we removed portions of the lower a-arm, I haven't experienced any rubbing issues with neither the 15x7's nor the 15x8's. Happy grinding! :D

72BlckButy

10-27-2009 10:04 PM

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Here's some updated shots of the '69 I took a week or so ago.

My little buddy and I decided to get the truck out one of the last few times for the '09 year. So we headed down to the river front in the capitol city for a few shots. Enjoy!

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72BlckButy

10-27-2009 10:08 PM

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88JRFAN

10-27-2009 11:08 PM

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That's one lucky dog!! He got to ride in such a great looking truck!! I'm jealous!!

72BlckButy

10-27-2009 11:25 PM

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Next time you're in the area, or if I'm in KS, I'll take you for a spin and let you stick your head out the window. :lol:

Let me know I'm always ready for a drive. Talk about a luck dog, you're ended up with the banner from the Nat's... one year. :D

88JRFAN

10-27-2009 11:43 PM

Re: Project: Blank Slate

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy (Post 3590138)

I will definitely take you up on that ride. I don't know about sticking my head out though.;)

Will let you know when i get closer your way. I was the lucky dog that weekend. :metal: Don't worry, you might win one next year.;) But your truck looks better than mine at the moment.:waah:

CheyenneShop

10-28-2009 12:05 AM

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Nate - I just read through 14 pages, and loved every minute of it! Thanks for documenting it all - That is one sweet "Blank Slate"!

Lolife - I love the grinding on the lower A-arms, just wish I would have read the thread before I painted and installed mine on Project C.S.T. :lol:

Nothing an afternoon in the shop and a 6-pack can't handle!;)

72BlckButy

10-28-2009 12:13 AM

Re: Project: Blank Slate

Thanks theCheyenneShop! It's a labor of love as you know, but worth every minute, dollar, and skinned up knuckle.

Keep checking back as there will be more updates in the future... :D

GRIMSS

10-28-2009 12:16 AM

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Looks good Nate. You sure know some good spots for pics.

gcburdic

10-28-2009 09:34 AM

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WHAT!??!?...put it up for the winter??...Oh yeah you live where it snows....yuck!!!.....

Pictures look great Nate....would love to come out and take a ride and stick my head out the window!!!:lol:

Maybe we could have a few beverages out of that cooler!!!

sourkraut

10-28-2009 05:48 PM

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awesome pics nate! the truck is looking great!

Rokcrln

11-21-2009 05:29 PM

Re: Project: Blank Slate

That is one very sharp looking truck you have built.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

72BlckButy

11-23-2009 09:35 AM

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Coming from you Kevin, that means alot, thanks man!

highperf4x4

12-14-2009 03:47 PM

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Good job on the plaques. I think you need a 1st!

67_C-30

12-24-2009 08:02 PM

Re: Project: Blank Slate

She is looking awesome Nate! You're really, really, REALLY making me miss my '69!:whine:

chevy71c10

12-25-2009 01:34 AM

Re: Project: Blank Slate

Very nice truck, great job on the build.

72BlckButy

12-25-2009 04:27 PM

Re: Project: Blank Slate

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Originally Posted by 67_C-30 (Post 3691955)

She is looking awesome Nate! You're really, really, REALLY making me miss my '69!:whine:

Still can't believe you sold it... here's to the next '69! :lol:

Quote:

Originally Posted by chevy71c10 (Post 3692343)

Very nice truck, great job on the build.

Thanks, it has been a great time working on this truck. I hope to have some updates by spring.

76gmc

02-14-2010 12:41 AM

Re: Project: Blank Slate

well my dog is going to be mad cause i told her when my truck is done she cant ride in it.
and she loves to go but she can still go in the ranger.

the truck looks great.

67_ShortFleet

02-18-2010 01:55 PM

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How does it ride after the upgrade? I like the way it looks!

72BlckButy

02-18-2010 03:27 PM

Re: Project: Blank Slate

Quote:

Originally Posted by 76gmc (Post 3799657)

well my dog is going to be mad cause i told her when my truck is done she cant ride in it.
and she loves to go but she can still go in the ranger.

the truck looks great.

Thanks! Yeah I had a few reservations with letting the 4-legged boy in the truck but hey you only live once, might as well enjoy it. :D

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Originally Posted by matt schlicht (Post 3809156)

How does it ride after the upgrade? I like the way it looks!

The ride following the drop is phenominal. When I had first mentioned my plan of lowering the truck my FIL figured the ride quality would suffer. With his bad back he figured his days of riding in the '69 would be few and far between. Once the truck was lowered, I took him for a spin and he was truly amazed with the smooth ride of the truck.

Currently I'm running without bumpstops on the rear of the truck and have only bottomed out once. That being said, when I bottomed out it was at the end of a bridge (on the dual dual), with a dip at the end, and I was pushing the truck pretty hard. The ride quality is just as good as it was before I lowered, and now the truck has more of an aggressive stance, with more of an attitude. :D

67_ShortFleet

02-18-2010 04:39 PM

Re: Project: Blank Slate

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72BlckButy (Post 3809265)

Thanks! Yeah I had a few reservations with letting the 4-legged boy in the truck but hey you only live once, might as well enjoy it. :D

The ride following the drop is phenominal. When I had first mentioned my plan of lowering the truck my FIL figured the ride quality would suffer. With his bad back he figured his days of riding in the '69 would be few and far between. Once the truck was lowered, I took him for a spin and he was truly amazed with the smooth ride of the truck.

Currently I'm running without bumpstops on the rear of the truck and have only bottomed out once. That being said, when I bottomed out it was at the end of a bridge (on the dual dual), with a dip at the end, and I was pushing the truck pretty hard. The ride quality is just as good as it was before I lowered, and now the truck has more of an aggressive stance, with more of an attitude. :D

Glad to hear the good news! Now I need to save my money.

sourkraut

02-18-2010 06:24 PM

Re: Project: Blank Slate

nate, that is good to hear! i have the exact same specs and ece drop! cant wait to try it out!

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