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JUN1269 · 06-27-2020, 02:39 PM

Is a sway bar needed if you're using a Watts link?

SCOTI · 11-25-2020, 02:30 PM

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Originally Posted by JUN1269

Is a sway bar needed if you're using a Watts link?

1st: They do two different things. Watts keeps the rear end centered side to side throughout suspension travel. Sway bar helps control the reaction of change (steering input/road surface) from side to side.

2nd: Sway bars are not always necessary on vehicles that have excessive front end weight vs the rear. A sway bar on a vehicle like a truck can cause the ass end to kick out unexpectedly. They can also help control twist on a drag set-up. Choosing what is needed depends on weights & the intended use.

To get started, don't worry about one OR pick a set-up that can be adjusted.

JUN1269 · 11-27-2020, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

1st: To get started, don't worry about one OR pick a set-up that can be adjusted.

Thanks!!! I already had in my possession a watts link to go with my GM 12 bolt rear but later decided on going with a Ford 9 inch instead. Decided to fab up and weld some brackets to use with the Ford diff.

JUN1269 · 07-27-2020, 01:28 PM

Decided to go with 3.25 gears.

JUN1269 · 10-10-2020, 03:25 PM

Going with two air tanks. Just using what I have to accommodate that desire.

cornerstone · 10-11-2020, 09:11 PM

Modifications to the bracket for the compressors and tanks looks good. Where do you plan to mount them? I mounted my 3 gallon tank between my rear mounted gas tank and the bumper and don't really have confidence that 3 gallons will be enough so I may relocate it and add another tank at the same time. Keep up the good work, I'm enjoying watching it!

JUN1269 · 11-21-2020, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by cornerstone

Modifications to the bracket for the compressors and tanks looks good. Where do you plan to mount them? I mounted my 3 gallon tank between my rear mounted gas tank and the bumper and don't really have confidence that 3 gallons will be enough so I may relocate it and add another tank at the same time. Keep up the good work, I'm enjoying watching it!

Sorry for the delayed response. I really don't have a plan. Just trying different things as I go, using things laying around the garage

JUN1269 · 11-22-2020, 08:26 PM

Steering gearbox removed. Switched to a rack & pinion setup. Thought that would a good spot for my remote oil filter

JUN1269 · 02-08-2022, 06:25 PM

Truly happy with this radiator. It's a Northern 204124 - Race Pro Double Pass GM Radiator, Top Thread Inlet 19" x 31". A buddy of mine had one of those ultraexpensive ones. It started leaking so he tried this one. It cools better and was $800 less. If fact, those Derale fans you see there (which are awesome) cost more than that radiator.

Disclosure: I've started the motor and at an idle it won't exceed 182°. Let's see what it'll do when it hit the streets.

JUN1269 · 02-08-2022, 09:52 PM

Must say, that KBS paint looks awesome....don't zoom in too much. 😜

JUN1269 · 02-08-2022, 10:14 PM

One day it will break down...who wants to push this beast on a trailer. Nothing massive but this little winch will assist.

JUN1269 · 02-09-2022, 10:06 AM

Hmmmm, the winch is pretty handy. Loading it up on the trailer for short trip to a shop who can weld much better than me. Time to finish the exhaust.

JUN1269 · 02-09-2022, 11:22 AM

Exhaust is done...

JUN1269 · 02-10-2022, 01:59 PM

I ran out of room on the frame to mount things and I didn't want a in tank fuel pump. Came up with this location. It's not ideal but it works. Duel inlets or a Y because I'm running two fuel tanks. One for e85 and the other 91 octane.

The fuel pump is a MagnaFuel ProTuner 750 series that supposedly supports 2000 HP. I'm about 1500 shy of that but you never have too much fuel pump.

JUN1269 · 02-10-2022, 03:12 PM

On the fence with FiTech....thinking about switching to Holley. We'll see. Nonetheless, here's a comparison of the old handheld vs the new.

JUN1269 · 02-12-2022, 07:38 AM

Gotta love it...snowing in the desert.

JUN1269 · 02-12-2022, 12:26 PM

Just got these Cowl Mounted Heavy Duty Hood Hinges in. Top notch but ordered back in December, I forgot I ordered them.

tucktuck · 02-12-2022, 04:22 PM

I love when I receive parts that I don't remember ordering..

SCOTI · 02-12-2022, 04:55 PM

Happens more frequently as you age so there's that

Alex69c10 · 02-12-2022, 08:32 PM

Man, that looks epic! Pretty much exactly what I want to do with mine. Good work

JUN1269 · 02-12-2022, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Alex69c10

Man, that looks epic! Pretty much exactly what I want to do with mine. Good work

Thank you sir...this is absolutely not what I expected. I didn't have a plan, still don't. Lol. But the journey has lead me to this point. I'd do alot of thing differently but I'm having fun, learning alot and most importantly, meeting good people along the way.

06-27-2020, 02:39 PM	#1
JUN1269 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 81	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. Is a sway bar needed if you're using a Watts link? Attached Images __________________ Freddie... 1969 Chevy C20 – Twin turbo Gen III 5.3 Restomod in progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=793149 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 – Supercharged, Bored and Stroked 426 with nitrous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPAyVwL_C_I Last edited by JUN1269; 06-27-2020 at 04:36 PM.

07-27-2020, 01:28 PM	#4
JUN1269 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 81	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. Decided to go with 3.25 gears. Attached Images __________________ Freddie... 1969 Chevy C20 – Twin turbo Gen III 5.3 Restomod in progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=793149 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 – Supercharged, Bored and Stroked 426 with nitrous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPAyVwL_C_I

10-10-2020, 03:25 PM	#5
JUN1269 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 81	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. Going with two air tanks. Just using what I have to accommodate that desire. Attached Images __________________ Freddie... 1969 Chevy C20 – Twin turbo Gen III 5.3 Restomod in progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=793149 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 – Supercharged, Bored and Stroked 426 with nitrous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPAyVwL_C_I

10-11-2020, 09:11 PM	#6
cornerstone Registered User Join Date: Apr 2014 Location: Azle,Texas Posts: 2,248	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. Modifications to the bracket for the compressors and tanks looks good. Where do you plan to mount them? I mounted my 3 gallon tank between my rear mounted gas tank and the bumper and don't really have confidence that 3 gallons will be enough so I may relocate it and add another tank at the same time. Keep up the good work, I'm enjoying watching it! __________________ Brian 1972 C10, "Loyd", LWB to SWB, 5.3, L83/6L80e, 4:11 Tru Trac, Air Ride, VA, DD, 20" Coys, 4 wheel disc, A quick LS swap turned into a 6 year frame off resto-mod.

11-22-2020, 08:26 PM	#8
JUN1269 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 81	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. Steering gearbox removed. Switched to a rack & pinion setup. Thought that would a good spot for my remote oil filter Attached Images __________________ Freddie... 1969 Chevy C20 – Twin turbo Gen III 5.3 Restomod in progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=793149 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 – Supercharged, Bored and Stroked 426 with nitrous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPAyVwL_C_I

02-08-2022, 06:25 PM	#9
JUN1269 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 81	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. Truly happy with this radiator. It's a Northern 204124 - Race Pro Double Pass GM Radiator, Top Thread Inlet 19" x 31". A buddy of mine had one of those ultraexpensive ones. It started leaking so he tried this one. It cools better and was $800 less. If fact, those Derale fans you see there (which are awesome) cost more than that radiator. Disclosure: I've started the motor and at an idle it won't exceed 182°. Let's see what it'll do when it hit the streets. Attached Images __________________ Freddie... 1969 Chevy C20 – Twin turbo Gen III 5.3 Restomod in progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=793149 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 – Supercharged, Bored and Stroked 426 with nitrous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPAyVwL_C_I

02-08-2022, 09:52 PM	#10
JUN1269 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 81	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. Must say, that KBS paint looks awesome....don't zoom in too much. 😜 Attached Images __________________ Freddie... 1969 Chevy C20 – Twin turbo Gen III 5.3 Restomod in progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=793149 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 – Supercharged, Bored and Stroked 426 with nitrous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPAyVwL_C_I

02-08-2022, 10:14 PM	#11
JUN1269 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 81	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. One day it will break down...who wants to push this beast on a trailer. Nothing massive but this little winch will assist. Attached Images __________________ Freddie... 1969 Chevy C20 – Twin turbo Gen III 5.3 Restomod in progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=793149 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 – Supercharged, Bored and Stroked 426 with nitrous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPAyVwL_C_I

02-09-2022, 10:06 AM	#12
JUN1269 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 81	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. Hmmmm, the winch is pretty handy. Loading it up on the trailer for short trip to a shop who can weld much better than me. Time to finish the exhaust. Attached Images __________________ Freddie... 1969 Chevy C20 – Twin turbo Gen III 5.3 Restomod in progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=793149 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 – Supercharged, Bored and Stroked 426 with nitrous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPAyVwL_C_I

02-09-2022, 11:22 AM	#13
JUN1269 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 81	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. Exhaust is done... Attached Images __________________ Freddie... 1969 Chevy C20 – Twin turbo Gen III 5.3 Restomod in progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=793149 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 – Supercharged, Bored and Stroked 426 with nitrous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPAyVwL_C_I

02-10-2022, 01:59 PM	#14
JUN1269 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 81	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. I ran out of room on the frame to mount things and I didn't want a in tank fuel pump. Came up with this location. It's not ideal but it works. Duel inlets or a Y because I'm running two fuel tanks. One for e85 and the other 91 octane. The fuel pump is a MagnaFuel ProTuner 750 series that supposedly supports 2000 HP. I'm about 1500 shy of that but you never have too much fuel pump. Attached Images __________________ Freddie... 1969 Chevy C20 – Twin turbo Gen III 5.3 Restomod in progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=793149 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 – Supercharged, Bored and Stroked 426 with nitrous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPAyVwL_C_I

02-10-2022, 03:12 PM	#15
JUN1269 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 81	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. On the fence with FiTech....thinking about switching to Holley. We'll see. Nonetheless, here's a comparison of the old handheld vs the new. Attached Images __________________ Freddie... 1969 Chevy C20 – Twin turbo Gen III 5.3 Restomod in progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=793149 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 – Supercharged, Bored and Stroked 426 with nitrous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPAyVwL_C_I

02-12-2022, 07:38 AM	#16
JUN1269 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 81	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. Gotta love it...snowing in the desert. Attached Images __________________ Freddie... 1969 Chevy C20 – Twin turbo Gen III 5.3 Restomod in progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=793149 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 – Supercharged, Bored and Stroked 426 with nitrous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPAyVwL_C_I

02-12-2022, 12:26 PM	#17
JUN1269 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: El Paso, TX Posts: 81	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. Just got these Cowl Mounted Heavy Duty Hood Hinges in. Top notch but ordered back in December, I forgot I ordered them. Attached Images __________________ Freddie... 1969 Chevy C20 – Twin turbo Gen III 5.3 Restomod in progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=793149 2006 Chrysler 300 SRT8 – Supercharged, Bored and Stroked 426 with nitrous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPAyVwL_C_I

02-12-2022, 04:22 PM	#18
tucktuck Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Saint Jo, Texas Posts: 137	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. I love when I receive parts that I don't remember ordering..



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02-12-2022, 04:55 PM	#19
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 21,917	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. Happens more frequently as you age so there's that __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.* Last edited by SCOTI; 02-13-2022 at 01:51 AM.

02-12-2022, 08:32 PM	#20
Alex69c10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Merritt Island, FL Posts: 55	Re: My time... Nothing New. But it's my Build. Man, that looks epic! Pretty much exactly what I want to do with mine. Good work

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