**Posted in the "Projects" section, to show the whole process through the build.**

Well, I have been wanting one of these trucks for a while now. Finally got my hands on one that should be a pretty good platform for what I want to do. 1971 GMC LWB with the factory 402 BB. Has 72000 original miles. All trim holes have been shaved, and truck has been tubbed. It is currently in primer. After I do the SWB conversion, I will be adding a custom two tone paint job. Has a narrowed Ford 9" as well.

Here's the plan for the truck:
-Short bed conversion
-Custom two tone paint
-Oversized disc brakes on all 4's
-Air ride suspension
-Custom interior with bucket seats, and NBS interior pieces
-LSx Forged 403 stroker (sittin at engine builders shop already)
-BIG Single turbo with blow through carb
-Custom wheels: will end up with 20x13's in rear with around a 8-10" lip

I'm going to try to do all the work myself as far as the chopping of the bed and frame etc., with the guidance of my paint and body man. I am extremely excited about this project. I don't think I've ever been this excited about one so far! Turbo will be comeing from an International semi which had a cummins in it. A buddy owns a trucking company and has one laying around and told me to come pick it up!

Haven't cleaned it up yet from picking it up so be gentle!






Should be something like this but more motor and about 3 times the boost. This is a stock 5.3/4L60E @ 6lbs (It's also a semi turbo)
YouTube - Turbo Bomb Vid

 

looks good.. nice project truck

 

i think you should keep it as a long bed, it looks good the way it is

 

i love the gmc grilles! nice project!

 

Niiiice ride, looking forward to seeing how the project comes along

 

that thing is and WILL be sick

 

Thats gonna be a sweet ride ride when its all done.