New build finishing up

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VikingMech

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Hello, I'm just finishing up a 2-year frame-off build thought some of you might like to see. Its a 1986 2500 4x4. Started as nothing but a frame and empty cab shell. I built the engine & trans with all new parts, as well as rebuilt the t-case and both axles. Its a Gen VI 454, 4L80e, NP208, 8-lug 10 bolt front & a 2005 14-bolt rear with disc brakes, 410 gears. Has classic auto air A/C and dakota digital gauges. Also made my own paint colors using base/clear and colored pearls. Thanks for this great forum!
 

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77Dmax

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Looks good. Is the rear the larger 11.5 AAM or the 10.5? Just curious
 

VikingMech

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Its the 3/4 ton (10.5)
 

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Nice truck, I am just finishing up my 83 k10 stepside. New 475 hp gen 6, new 700r4 Holley sniper 2 efi ,Holley mid mount accessory drive, Dakota digital, Vintage air. Frame off restoration I painted it and did interior as well. I left firewall stock.
 

86 C10 Shortbed

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Welcome and beautiful build ! Some undercarriage pics would rock, I love taking mental notes of nice builds ! Also is that firewall aftermarket or something you built ?
 

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