'79 K10 Step Side Rusty Rex

[CharlesC83]

A little double posting. But I wanted to update in here as well. I ordered an nv4500 for this truck today. I went with the 99-07 style truck unit. Will need a bell housing and probably the Mal Wood pedal and the correct clutch disc to go on my Mcleod flywheel.

I understand I'm not getting the early first gear. but with the magnum I won't notice it.

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[Fastereddie]

A little double posting. But I wanted to update in here as well. I ordered an nv4500 for this truck today. I went with the 99-07 style truck unit. Will need a bell housing and probably the Mal Wood pedal and the correct clutch disc to go on my Mcleod flywheel.

I understand I'm not getting the early first gear. but with the magnum I won't notice it.

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That didn’t take long!
You put those new prp parts in yet?

 

[CharlesC83]

That didn’t take long!
You put those new prp parts in yet?

I have not, still staring at them above my toolbox at work. And I need to install my Spal electric fan and shroud.

 

[CharlesC83]

I do know that the truck will hold an OD ratio out on the road. When I'm at 65 at 3000 rpm I barely have to tough the throttle pedal. I see 70 MPH as reality now, faster will be possibly but man that seems rippin' on 40's. But again probably OK.

 

[CharlesC83]

Seat install will start today. Of course, the 465 shifted like butter into low and reverse. Now that it’s days are numbered.

 

[CharlesC83]

The bench seat will be kept by me. I’m gonna attached to a frame with casters as a garage chill seat. My mom, who will turn 80 this year sewed that seat cover for me last Summer.

 

[CharlesC83]

Seat mocked and tacked. It feels comfortable, and I can get my dome 2” lower from the cage which is so much nicer. I can swing my head all over and if wearing the harness correctly I have decent clearance.

My fab skills aren’t superb, but I’m making it a strong as I can and will use corner gussets and am using a snap on 220v welder.

 

[fourwheelerjeff]

Seat mocked and tacked. It feels comfortable, and I can get my dome 2” lower from the cage which is so much nicer. I can swing my head all over and if wearing the harness correctly I have decent clearance.

My fab skills aren’t superb, but I’m making it a strong as I can and will use corner gussets and am using a snap on 220v welder. View attachment 447301

I think it is looking good so far, going to look real good when you are done

 

[CharlesC83]

I need to remind myself not to hurry too much. And if I need to order something I will. I need to sneak a tube across behind for the harnesses at the right height. It won’t pass racing inspection. But I’ll do my best for a safe trail setup.

I’m hoping for a center console possibly. Maybe put the speakers there. Also have an ignition switch to add in the console maybe. And a kill switch. So no key needed to start it.

 

[fourwheelerjeff]

Universal | Center Console | Deluxe Stereo

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you could use one of these and put the ignition and all in where the stereo goes so you could secure it

 

[CharlesC83]

Mounted the prp wheel.

 

[Fastereddie]

I need to remind myself not to hurry too much. And if I need to order something I will. I need to sneak a tube across behind for the harnesses at the right height. It won’t pass racing inspection. But I’ll do my best for a safe trail setup.

I’m hoping for a center console possibly. Maybe put the speakers there. Also have an ignition switch to add in the console maybe. And a kill switch. So no key needed to start it. View attachment 447304 View attachment 447303

Seats look good in there

 

[Chickntrk]

What we’re you’re shoulder harnesses attached too with the bench? Asking because I want to do my cage similar to yours….

 

[CharlesC83]

What we’re you’re shoulder harnesses attached too with the bench? Asking because I want to do my cage similar to yours….

Tabs were on plates and were welded to the cab. I’m gonna use a tube this time.

My cage is a kit from summit racing. I believe s&w racing for a 73-87 c10. It is 1-5/8” tubing. I have nothing in my dash and probably won’t pull it unless i removed the cage. My heater is a Mojave unit and just sits under the glove box.

It’s hard to find any info on these cages. But I just wanted something and wasn’t ready to buy a bender yet. I was happy for the price. Mine attaches to the slider tubes and frame.

 

[CharlesC83]

I think it is looking good so far, going to look real good when you are done

I like the look and design of that. I may also cheap out and do an ammo can. Or something.

 

[CharlesC83]

More progress today.

 

[CharlesC83]

More progress and speakers making their way in.

 

[CharlesC83]

I bought these super power magnets for these speakers. Until I build a console I’m going to try them.

 

[Truckman4life]

I bought these super power magnets for these speakers. Until I build a console I’m going to try them. View attachment 447574

Are those the ones they use for the flag mounts for oversize stuff? If so they are some good magnets.

 

[CharlesC83]

Are those the ones they use for the flag mounts for oversize stuff? If so they are some good magnets.

I can’t remember I think so. They work great for temporary. Solid.

The stereo is loud. Ha. Four 6x9” on a 1200w amp. And four 6.5” all kicker brand. Cheap Amazon pioneer deck. The amp is from orielly’s