LB7: b16gsr 2004 LB7 3500HD Regular Cab Flatbed Dually build thread

Chevy1925

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I am no newbie to electronics and wiring.

Whatever you all say, that 7 months ago it was 20 degrees outside in my driveway. That is soldered, heat shrinked and taped with 3M Super 33+. Again this is not my first rodeo when it comes to wiring. I have installed electronics for the past 20 years, not to mention the wrenching on the cars about the same.

:thumb: guess im suppose to know this info about you through two pictures. it was a simple suggestion based on the info you provided. Sorry you didnt like my feed back ;).
 

b16gsr

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Well now what you say makes sense. Based by the two pictures it didn't look like all that was done. Again I wasn't bashing, just from what I saw it didn't look like how I would do it, but now after what you said, that's exactly how I would have done it.

It's a sick project you got working, also. Can't wait for more pics.

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Exactly. Thanks I will update as I go along.

:thumb: guess im suppose to know this info about you through two pictures. it was a simple suggestion based on the info you provided. Sorry you didnt like my feed back ;).

Well I see your point, BUT if you follow any of my other builds you would know I do not half ass anything.

That's one half ass wiring repair....

WTF get out of here with that shit.
 

AJH

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You should fix that wiring! :roflmao: I've been wondering about this project for a minute. Didn't realize how lucky I was to get a regular cab with steering wheel controls.
 

b16gsr

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You should fix that wiring! :roflmao: I've been wondering about this project for a minute. Didn't realize how lucky I was to get a regular cab with steering wheel controls.

:thumb:

I have a set of wheel controls here, and a wheel, lots of work to integrate.

At least you soldered the wires! I have been wiring most of my life and I can't count how many people I have seen use crimp connectors! :eek:

Oh I know that all too well. I quit professionally installing when shops started using t taps for remote starts and calling it acceptable.
 

b16gsr

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Got the fuel tank dropped and out what a mess this has been.


Broke the module trying to get it out, which is fine because being exposed to the elements the tank and old module were full of trash.


Here is what was causing all my troubles, a broken vent tube.


Called a local junkyard and they said they had one avaible for $100. I ordered and headed that way. WRONG one, so I decided to fix this one.


Used stainless and brass hardware to make my own new vent tube.

Also got the rear Bilstiens installed.


Going to have it back together Monday for sure, as Tuesday it goes for level, alignment and inspection.

Picked up a few other front end parts while they have it. Rare Parts G2 tie rods and all the Moog parts incase the truck needs it.
 

b16gsr

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Got the workbench put all back together and she saw the light of day for the first time in months. Dropping her off today for a suspension make over.

My tank fix.



Fixed the tail light wiring disaster as well as installed a 7 way plug for the hitch.



Didn't leak a drip while filling up



Definitely needs an alignment and the tires balanced.



It's like Christmas. The Rare Parts tie rods are so stout it's almost amazing. Shouldn't have any tie rod issues when plowing this year.






Last pic before going for level and alignment. I will snap another tonight.

 

b16gsr

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Picked her back up this morning, with a much taller stance. Ended up only needing tie rods, shocks, stabilizer, level and alignment. While it was apart my mechanic called and suggested a set of Timbrens, so I also did a set of them while it was apart.

I am really pleased with how it turned out, drives 10x better.



Before and after


Now she sits like this and I shipped the wheels off for a slathering of black.



 

b16gsr

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Big updates today. Tires and wheels on, had to rob the 1.25" spacer off the '06 for spacing on the rear duals. The stainless trim rings were crap and didn't fit and tore the sh@t out of the fresh powder. Going to find some OEM GM's. Got the new headlights with the HID's installed as well.

Fresh from the coater.










Before and after lights, fully tagged and legal now as well.


Before and after suspension and tires and wheels.
 

yellowchevy

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Looks good Nick!!:thumb::thumb:
Were those the clear head lights you got off of ebay?
Where do you get your stuff powder coated?

I need to buy you supper for 2-3 weeks or something so you'll come down and help be detail my dually!!!:thumb::hug::woott:

Yellowchevy