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Nice work so far. My son and I are building a '77 for him right now. Started about a month after you.

What are your plans, restoration?

Did you have to do much welding on the doors to clean up the gaps?
 
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Couple of questions on this build. Are there value in these original Centerlines? They’re rough, but I wasn’t sure if guys still restore these?

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Bennyt said:
Nice work so far. My son and I are building a '77 for him right now. Started about a month after you.

What are your plans, restoration?

Did you have to do much welding on the doors to clean up the gaps?
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Hi there - Good for you on the 1977. Is it a 2WD or 4WD. Reason, I ask is I also have a 1977 GMC 4WD to do next. Wayyyyy down the road. Haha.

On this 74’ stepper, I’m doing a full frame off, then going back with a few mods, nothing outrageous. 2-3 drop, mix of aftermarket and OEM and a 383/TH400.

-Jason
 
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Then my next question is, I’m installing or planned on at least, an Auto Meter 2-5/8 0-100 psi Fuel pressure gauge and I noticed they said must be mounted outside of the vehicle. Is it just a safety warning for the fumes or is it pretty important to keep them outside of the cab?

1. Can you buy an isolator kit to work with this gauge so I can mount it internally?

2. If not, where would you suggest I mount this, so the fuel pressure is visible if it has to go outside.

New at this and any knowledge help with this situation would be great.

Jason-
 
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Autometer sales an isolator kit . that way you have no gas inside your cab.a safety issue
 
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Jason Reed said:
Couple of questions on this build. Are there value in these original Centerlines? They’re rough, but I wasn’t sure if guys still restore these?

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Yes, guys still like those, just not as many now.

I don't think it really hurts the value, but those actually aren't Centerline brand. They are American Racing, Eagle Alloy, or one of a few other brands.
 
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Yes, guys still like those, just not as many now.

I don't think it really hurts the value, but those actually aren't Centerline brand. They are American Racing, Eagle Alloy, or one of a few other brands.
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Oh, OK. Good to know. Thanks.
 
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Nice find, man!
 
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Had the flooring, underside and behind dash (hidden areas) rhino lined to match the color.
 
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love it
 
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Love it! I had a '78 Stepside and I miss it. Love that color too!
 
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