72 Dropmember Suburban

[blfuller123]

I didn't cut the dash and I got the radio installed. That is something that should have been done before I put the ac in but its in.



I wish I could have gotten it with blue lights, but it will work.

[blfuller123]

Spent the better part of the day working on getting the brakes put on. I only got one side done. I ordered the spindles for a 72 and apparently I had 63-70 ball joints. I had to pull the lower A arm to swap out the ball joint which meant I had to take the header loose to get the mount A arm bolt out. Im hoping to get the other side done tomorrow.

While the truck is on jack stands, I still have a lot to the under side so before I take it off jack stands, im going to try and finish that all up too.

[jkeating1]

You're a machine!

[blfuller123]

Got the correct carpet and it installed.

[smbrouss70]

What color carpet did you use with the parchment seats? It looks good.

[kev2809]

man that looks great!

did you buy the full carpet set or just the front and the middle?

[blfuller123]

Originally Posted by smbrouss70

What color carpet did you use with the parchment seats? It looks good.

Thanks, the carpet is ACC brand and it is cutpile 7075 Oyster/Shale

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Burg looks great! You should have someone pull a fiberglass mold off of that cover. I bet you could sell a ton of them....

Thanks, I hadnt thought of making a mold. I don't know anyone that could do it.

Might be a cool idea, maybe make it just a little larger to make an aftermarket evaporator fit in it, could add a rear dome light and speakers...hum Know anyone that can do it?

Originally Posted by kev2809

man that looks great!

did you buy the full carpet set or just the front and the middle?

Thanks, I bought carpet for just the passenger area and it came in two pieces and I also ordered the matching floor mats. I really like the carpet!!!

[jtp67-72]

Never been much on the plaid.....but you and Losh have made me a fan!.....love it...that oyster color was popular in 70's and early 80's vettes....always liked it...jim

[kev2809]

nice, can you send me the link where you bought it separate?

im only needing the front and middle too, no need for the rear section

[blfuller123]

I got the carpet locally, I believe they are a sponsor here, Southwest Classics

[jtp67-72]

And Tony (southwest classics) will be at my swapmeet at Conroe June 6-8th....May save u the shipping!! Got to keep my vendors happy as Brett
did with one of my others...CFM (carb).....both good guys....and if any of u have problems with these guys or others let me know....I've been known to have problems "corrected quickly".....if u have a habit of shafting people u won't be back in my park....guaranteed!!...........jim

[blfuller123]

Got the evaporator the other day. I put power to the blower motor and it spins so that's a good sign. I actually found a place that sells replacement blower motors if this one does go out. I got the cover cleaned up, added a dome light and mounted it up. I looked all over this weekend for speakers that had grills and it seems like they aren't as common as they used to be. I found some online and got them ordered so the holes in the cover will be filled. The cover is going to have to come back down so I can get the lines made up. I may get a chance to do that tomorrow. I think I can get the place that has made up all my hoses to make me up a T fitting too.

[YBNORML]

Looking good! Definately one of my favorite builds on here.

[1958Warrior]

What is going on here Brett ? I recognized this beauty right off the bat.

http://dallas.craigslist.org/sdf/cto/4509509500.html

Would you consider a 144 month payment plan @ 0%?
As much as I would love to have her, I would much rather see you finish her and enjoy her as much time and effort you've put into the build.

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by 1958Warrior

What is going on here Brett ? I recognized this beauty right off the bat.

http://dallas.craigslist.org/sdf/cto/4509509500.html

Holy crap! Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!!!!!!!

[blfuller123]

Yep, she left for her new home today in sunny AZ.

We are going to be moving soon across the country and really needed to free up some funds. After a lot of thought, selling Alice was the best choice. It was a hard but necessary decision.

The suburban is going to a good home and im sure we will see some pictures on the road soon.

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by blfuller123

Yep, she left for her new home today in sunny AZ.

We are going to be moving soon across the country and really needed to free up some funds. After a lot of thought, selling Alice was the best choice. It was a hard but necessary decision.

The suburban is going to a good home and im sure we will see some pictures on the road soon.

Wow that was fast! Hope you didn't take a beating on it.... I'm guessing a boardmember got it???

[see ten]

An awesome burb! Gonna be killer when it's finished up. I woulda loved to of brought it east.

[jmedero]

These builds take a lot out of a person. Not just financially but time and mentally. I hope all is ok with you.

[ddubbs]

See your burb went to a killer home. I'm sure Paul Tracy will take good care of it!!!!

[-hooch-]

Saw in at goodguys in Scottsdale last November. Really a great suburban.

[98L150]

this was a very cool build. What gas tank did you end up going with?

[Hart_Rod]

Any finished pictures from anybody that's seen it?

[lolife99]

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Any finished pictures from anybody that's seen it?

Yes.
It's in mid-Missouri now.
A buddy of mine has it.
It got repainted a couple of owners ago after Paul Tracy owned it.

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by lolife99

Yes.
It's in mid-Missouri now.
A buddy of mine has it.
It got repainted a couple of owners ago after Paul Tracy owned it.

Thanks. I guess they didn't want to mess with the upper trim.