lonejeeper
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- Joined
- Apr 11, 2011
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Please pardon the newbie questions,
I've read a bunch of build threads, and everyone seems to tackle a build differently. Is there a generally accepted sequence of events to follow?
So far, the plan in my head is:
1. Find a good S10 for the frame, drive train, and title.
2. Hunt for a body. Not likely to find something useful in the salt-belt. Possibly fiberglass. (looking for a chevy sedan or delivery wagon, i think)
3. Obtain axles and grill.
4. Modify frame for drop, with bag suspension height in mind.
5. Mount engine.
6. Mount body.
7. Install axles.
Obviously, I'm leaving things out (interior, radiator, gas tank, brakes, etc), but any words of advice for a beginner?
What is generally used for a front-end?
Where are the things like batteries and wiring hidden? It's not likely that I'll be able to refrain from doing my usual high-tech thing for lighting, sound, nav, etc... anyone have cool tech in their rods?
Thanks for any help you might have for me!
I've read a bunch of build threads, and everyone seems to tackle a build differently. Is there a generally accepted sequence of events to follow?
So far, the plan in my head is:
1. Find a good S10 for the frame, drive train, and title.
2. Hunt for a body. Not likely to find something useful in the salt-belt. Possibly fiberglass. (looking for a chevy sedan or delivery wagon, i think)
3. Obtain axles and grill.
4. Modify frame for drop, with bag suspension height in mind.
5. Mount engine.
6. Mount body.
7. Install axles.
Obviously, I'm leaving things out (interior, radiator, gas tank, brakes, etc), but any words of advice for a beginner?
What is generally used for a front-end?
Where are the things like batteries and wiring hidden? It's not likely that I'll be able to refrain from doing my usual high-tech thing for lighting, sound, nav, etc... anyone have cool tech in their rods?
Thanks for any help you might have for me!