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68 short step 07-06-2013 06:06 PM

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may of missed it, but are you running a 'tap up, tap down' switch for M on your 6L80e?

Hart_Rod 07-06-2013 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by 68 short step (Post 6159832)
may of missed it, but are you running a 'tap up, tap down' switch for M on your 6L80e?

Yes sir!
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Hart_Rod 07-08-2013 09:33 AM

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wow you are flying !!!! , i have to get moving with mine

LOL, I can't wait to see it.


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Originally Posted by big_al_71 (Post 6159203)
Wow!!!!!

The engine looks great in there cant wait to hear how it performs...

Thanks! Me too..:devil:.

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While I've been waiting on some metal to finish my transmission mount, I started working on installing the Vintage Air unit. I used the templates in the instructions and have all the vent holes cut out in the dash. Next I'll start working on the firewall block-off plates and installing the evaporator.

Hart_Rod 07-08-2013 09:38 AM

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Hart_Rod 07-08-2013 01:50 PM

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Firewall block off plate installed and evaporator mounted. Pretty easy so far....

EZ SPEED 07-08-2013 01:52 PM

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Keep up the good work. :bo2: I installed one of those earlier this year. :smoke:

Hart_Rod 07-08-2013 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by EZ SPEED (Post 6162634)
Keep up the good work. :bo2: I installed one of those earlier this year. :smoke:

Thanks! Pretty straight forward, eh?

On a different note, I'm wondering if I should invest the time in swapping my batter to the other side, so that I can have a cold air box?

EZ SPEED 07-08-2013 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod (Post 6162644)
Thanks! Pretty straight forward, eh?

On a different note, I'm wondering if I should invest the time in swapping my batter to the other side, so that I can have a cold air box?


Yep, A nice install.

I would move the battery if I was you

Hart_Rod 07-08-2013 02:17 PM

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Originally Posted by EZ SPEED (Post 6162663)
Yep, A nice install.

I would move the battery if I was you

I figured you were going to say that, :lol:. Just more work and $$$$...., better now than later I guess.

STOCKISH 07-08-2013 02:39 PM

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Looks great Rob, you wont know how to handle yourself riding around with the cool air blowing in your face! LOL, I would probably move the battery as well unless you can flip your intake to the other side somehow.

EZ SPEED 07-08-2013 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod (Post 6162665)
I figured you were going to say that, :lol:. Just more work and $$$$...., better now than later I guess.

Yeah , your in so deep now...whats a little more.. :lol:

Hart_Rod 07-08-2013 03:32 PM

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Originally Posted by 1972SuperCheyenne (Post 6162682)
Looks great Rob, you wont know how to handle yourself riding around with the cool air blowing in your face! LOL, I would probably move the battery as well unless you can flip your intake to the other side somehow.

Thanks! Not enough room to do the air box on drivers side.

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Originally Posted by EZ SPEED (Post 6162718)
Yeah , your in so deep now...whats a little more.. :lol:

:lol:, yeah, I know, I know. Is this fast enough for you?? :metal:

68jewel 07-08-2013 03:39 PM

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Looking good Rob. Keep up the good work. That engine bay is amazing!! :jdp::jdp:

NewType72 07-08-2013 03:42 PM

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Is that a gen IV surefit system you are using? I'm About to install that very system into my 72 in the next month or so.
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knomadd 07-08-2013 03:47 PM

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I'm curious how you're going to run the battery cable to the starter now? Maybe use a junction on the passenger side near the old battery location? Run the battery wire along the core support and down the core support to the frame and back to the starter? Or up over the inner fender and down the firewall?

EZ SPEED 07-09-2013 08:55 AM

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:lol:, yeah, I know, I know. Is this fast enough for you?? :metal:

Yeah I guess it will do...:jest:

Hart_Rod 07-09-2013 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by 68jewel (Post 6162759)
Looking good Rob. Keep up the good work. That engine bay is amazing!! :jdp::jdp:

Thanks Marcus. It doesn't look as good in person, the semi-gloss paint hides a lot. I started to redo everything under the hood to make it look really nice, and then I came to my senses and I remembered what my objective was.....:lol:.

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Originally Posted by NewType72 (Post 6162764)
Is that a gen IV surefit system you are using? I'm About to install that very system into my 72 in the next month or so.
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Yes it is. You'll really like the ease of install.

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Originally Posted by knomadd (Post 6162769)
I'm curious how you're going to run the battery cable to the starter now? Maybe use a junction on the passenger side near the old battery location? Run the battery wire along the core support and down the core support to the frame and back to the starter? Or up over the inner fender and down the firewall?

Good question! Every time I solve one problem, I create one or two more. But your suggestions sound like a good option.

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Originally Posted by EZ SPEED (Post 6163943)
Yeah I guess it will do...:jest:

I've been carrying the aux battery tray since I was in Albuquerque. Guess it will finally be put to good use, :metal:.

EZ SPEED 07-09-2013 09:06 AM

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I've been carrying the aux battery tray since I was in Albuquerque. Guess it will finally be put to good use, :metal:.

Cheater...LOL

mcbassin 07-09-2013 11:05 AM

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Awesome progress!

C10_ustacould 07-09-2013 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by knomadd (Post 6162769)
I'm curious how you're going to run the battery cable to the starter now? Maybe use a junction on the passenger side near the old battery location? Run the battery wire along the core support and down the core support to the frame and back to the starter? Or up over the inner fender and down the firewall?

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod (Post 6163956)
Good question! Every time I solve one problem, I create one or two more. But your suggestions sound like a good option.

Why not use the factory cable for the camaro or an LS equipped truck the battery is on the drivers side in both... I believe. :rolleyes:

superflysteiny 07-09-2013 06:50 PM

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Looks great man

Hart_Rod 07-09-2013 09:30 PM

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Cheater...LOL

;)

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Originally Posted by mcbassin (Post 6164139)
Awesome progress!

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by BucksSS (Post 6164584)
Why not use the factory cable for the camaro or an LS equipped truck the battery is on the drivers side in both... I believe. :rolleyes:

Hhhhmmmmm.....

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Originally Posted by superflysteiny (Post 6164772)
Looks great man

Thanks Eric!
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knomadd 07-09-2013 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BucksSS (Post 6164584)
Why not use the factory cable for the camaro or an LS equipped truck the battery is on the drivers side in both... I believe. :rolleyes:

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod (Post 6165088)
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Hhhhmmmmm.....

I guess the better question would have been, where's the starter at on the new engine? Is it still on the passenger side?

How is the factory battery cable routed in the newer truck/camaro if the starter is on the passenger side and the battery is on the drivers side? Something to think about... If the starter is on the drivers side, then all of my previous comments are pointless. Just curious how you'd do it, that's all.

C10_ustacould 07-09-2013 10:40 PM

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I believe that cable runs from junction block mounted on the side of the alternator bracket down and around the front of the oil pan then back to the starter, on the passenger side of the engine.

davidhelgesen 07-10-2013 07:58 PM

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Just finished reading the whole thread front to back and I've gotta say you do some amazing work. You've got a great truck and I can't wait to see it fire up again.
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