Looking Good 👍 I have been wanting to do some radical changes to G Series vans which essentially use the same components however it is potentially more of a challenge in the rear, being on a unitized chassis. One thing is shaving weight off of that crazy heavy crossmember if not replacing it entirely. I have a 4x4 van that was not built by me and it hardly has anything holding the engine in place with a straight axle and leaf set up. That has been the inspiration; I feel the original parts were overbuilt.
Sweet build! I don't want to be "that guy", but I will just in case anyone goes looking for that specific type of punch. I believe it to be a Transfer Punch.
Great video. I’m in southern Ohio. Love the truck! I have an 83’ that I’m thinking about back saying the front end also. I heard you have to modify the wiper mounts and use the 73-80 wiper arm assembly. Is that true?
Thank you! Yes the you will need to install 73-80 wiper transmission assembly. The 81-87 assembly hits the hood. That will involve drilling a few holes
Ok so another question, I’m having trouble installing my rear swaybar because of the two radius where it turns towards the front of the truck is too narrow to mount it to the axle since the center section is huge
@@CovertsShopThank you very much! It sure helps! Too bad, I can't find any polished 20x10 with 5.75 BS. I think they stop making them. I can only have them with a 4.0 BS. Do you think by any chance that they could fit a static lowered truck with a 4.0 BS? Thanks, and you have an really sweet truck BTW!
What spring rate did you order? 170, 200 or 250 #? I have an 85 shortbox GMC. Not going to tow with it, just use as hot rod. If you know front spring rate, please pass along also, if possible. Thank you. Awesome video! Just wheeled mine in shop. Had it since 87, cant wait to get started :,-)
By the way, great lighting, great use of the camera and thorough explanations
Looking Good 👍 I have been wanting to do some radical changes to G Series vans which essentially use the same components however it is potentially more of a challenge in the rear, being on a unitized chassis.
One thing is shaving weight off of that crazy heavy crossmember if not replacing it entirely. I have a 4x4 van that was not built by me and it hardly has anything holding the engine in place with a straight axle and leaf set up. That has been the inspiration; I feel the original parts were overbuilt.
Thank you! A pro touring van would be bananas!
Sweet build!
I don't want to be "that guy", but I will just in case anyone goes looking for that specific type of punch. I believe it to be a Transfer Punch.
Thanks buddy!
Great job . I am putting the front QA1 on my 64 C10 step side short bed. 4 wheel disc and 5 speed with a 327. Very nice work.
Thank you! Your 64 is gonna be a ton of fun to cruise
Great video. I’m in southern Ohio. Love the truck! I have an 83’ that I’m thinking about back saying the front end also. I heard you have to modify the wiper mounts and use the 73-80 wiper arm assembly. Is that true?
Thank you! Yes the you will need to install 73-80 wiper transmission assembly. The 81-87 assembly hits the hood. That will involve drilling a few holes
Nice work, boys! Looks like a well thought out system!
What kinds of rims are those on your truck? Nice video!
I’m doing a 65 and I’m hoping for awesome steering and performance
Great video. Question how did you het the kit for a nine inch rear end? TY😊
What about the front suspension
We installed that too. It’s in the last half of the video. It works really well.
Ok so another question, I’m having trouble installing my rear swaybar because of the two radius where it turns towards the front of the truck is too narrow to mount it to the axle since the center section is huge
A nice pant jobe man
Thank you it’s natural 😆
So, my 65 had truck arm suspension. How much meat ya able to get under YOUR truck?
We run a 10 wide out back and that’s about the limit because of fender well width.
Where are you at
We are in the Tiffin area
Oh maaaan you had a 454 in it???
Sure did. It was a borrowed engine from a buddy.
Can you please tell me what is the backspace of those rear wheels? 4.0 or 5.5? Thanks!
I actually went and looked this up off of my invoice for you. They are 5.5 backspace. They fit well. Hope this helps!
@@CovertsShopThank you very much! It sure helps! Too bad, I can't find any polished 20x10 with 5.75 BS. I think they stop making them. I can only have them with a 4.0 BS. Do you think by any chance that they could fit a static lowered truck with a 4.0 BS? Thanks, and you have an really sweet truck BTW!
@@dominicgoulet738 your welcome. No I don’t believe the 4” BS wheel fit. These are tight on both the inner and outer.
What spring rate did you order? 170, 200 or 250 #? I have an 85 shortbox GMC. Not going to tow with it, just use as hot rod. If you know front spring rate, please pass along also, if possible. Thank you. Awesome video! Just wheeled mine in shop. Had it since 87, cant wait to get started :,-)
Thank you! I believe we went with 250 in the rear and 750 up front. You’re gonna love it!
@@CovertsShop Thank you 👍👍
@@billmcmeekin7909 You're welcome
What kind of muffler u using
Flowmaster Flow FX 2.5 round case.
Can I do this without c notch
You can not. The c notch is built into the outside plate.
Bro I want that system I have a 83
I can tell you without a doubt it is well worth the money. The old truck hooks and books now.
I see, Ohio