Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

I'm new to the site and love it. I purchased my truck from Ebay about 3 years ago - an actual AZ truck with only surface rust. started on the tear down in August. here are few pictures - wish me luck..

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...mer2010346.jpg

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...11sep10007.jpg

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...ckupengLKQ.jpg

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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Sweet Truck and nice garage. Keep us posted on your build.

Have the same parts washer, What kind of solvent do you use these days?

Good Luck

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

that is going to be nice!

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

nice, gotta love those az cars/trucks

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

It looks Killer! :metal:
I was thinking of that same combo, any thoughts on where or how that shifter is going to be inside. Guess running buckets is the only option.

Still looks Cool.... and Good Luck!

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You'll have to keep us posted. I would really love a 6-speed in mine, and have been wondering how big of a project it is.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

There's a kit to move the shifter forward about 5-6 inches, somebody here did a great write-up on it.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

nice start

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

my 1st frame off too. I am also doing a genIV 6.0L carb'd LSx conversion but will be running a 200-4r

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Fellow Las Vegas guy here. Show lots of pics of the build!. I would love to do one up like your doing. Good luck

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Welcome from another Vegas member...

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

welcome to the board. I moved from vegas last summer. wish I was still there :(

Love the powertrain combo!

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

nothing like a chassis all ready to be stripped!!!!

keep the picts coming

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Agreed....:metal:

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Thanks! I bought the solvent at Harbor Freight.

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Great question!! something i was going to deal with later (buckets if i had to, prefer to stay with a bench). if you have info please let me know.

Hey Vegas guys.... Any C10 clubs around?

I will add pictures as I go. Thanks......

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Hey trkfrk, Welcome to the board. Looks like a great build you have going, I'm doing a very similar build, exception is I'm using an LT-1 with 6 speed. Planning on using late model silverado buckets with integrated shoulder belts. Below are some links I found this week on manual/6 speed installations, one even from another forum about our trucks that includes lots of info. Keep the pics coming and good luck.

Justin


http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=300892

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=386136

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=369833

http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/conver...-stepside.html

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Not sure if there are any C10 clubs.... I was trying to get some Pro-Touring types to meet the last Saturday of every month... Mostly Chevelle guys... We did good for a few months... then it just got too hot ... So I havent tried to keep it going.... It was at the Red Rock Casino .. Where in Vegas are you?

I'm doing an LS3/T56 swap into my 67 Chevelle... not sure I can be any help as its still in progress....

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

I drove that combo in a Camaro; it was sweet. You going to freshen the motor?

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Not right now. The motor has 64,000 miles and I purchased it with a 6 month warranty. After the build is complete I plan on some upgrades. One of the reasons I decided on the LS1 is the availibility of aftermarket parts - Its endless..

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Is the trans a T56? if so here is a write up on moving shifter.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=300892

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Sounds like a cool build!

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

looks like fun, I'm doing the same myself, if this site weren't here, never woulda dove into a full on frame off resto but there is way too much info on here to not take full advantage and roll with it, good luck with the build

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

I did the same swap in my truck. Let me know if you run into any problems. What kind of engine mounts, fuel tank, harness, etc... are you going to use?

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

What kind of seat and did you use the front or rear shifter mounting location in your truck?

Thanks,
Justin

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Sorry, I should have said I swapped the same engine. Mine has the 4L60E auto tranny.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

I done a ls1 and 6-speed swap in my wifes 67 camaro, bought 90% of everything I needed from street & performance in Mena,arkansas.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

making a little progress.. The cab is welded and primed. Now its time to mock up the engine/trans mount and tear the frame down for powder coating.

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...nv/body008.jpg

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http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...nv/body005.jpg

http://i806.photobucket.com/albums/y...stnv/72005.jpg

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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Nice :metal:
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Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Isnt it against the law to have a garage that clean and organized? What a nice place to work in... Great work keep the pics coming!!!

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great build so far, keep us updated very often!!

Where is the computer going? are you modifying the stock harness, or custom?
Whats your plans for a drop? static or bag?

sorry for all the questions im doin a 70 lsx/60e swap very soon

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Nice progress, that truck should be fun to drive with a 6-spd :metal:

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At last I get to see one of these trucks that doesn't start out looking like Swiss Cheese, & that doesn't have to occupy the first 10-plus pages of the build thread just "patching" all the holes everywhere.

WOW ! what a super-clean starting point for a project.

Looking forward to following this one.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Really nice clean cab. I wish mine would started off that way. I am jealous.
:waah:

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Looks great. It is amazing for me to see one with
such a little bit of rust.
EdB

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Great start! keep us posted.

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Sweet, a six speed! I'll bet that's gonna be one fun ride when it's done. :metal:

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

I like it so far, what color are you going to paint it?

Adam

Re: Started my first frame off - 72 SWB LS1, 6-spd manual
 

Thanks for the compliments!! I am setting the cab on the frame this week so I can position the computer inside the cab - hopefully with no mods to the harness.