Tonyrodz's Tahoe Build Thread

[RDKill321]

I did a search for "HD Hood" and it came to your build thread. So I figured I may as well check it out and see what would need to be changed in going from a Tahoe hood to the HD hood. I figured I'd start at the beginning of your thread....a couple hours later and I'm at the end. You've dumped an ass load of work into that ride. Awesome job man, I wish I had more skill with electrical work, as I kind've try to shy away from it. Keep it up!

 

[HiHoeSilver]

All to find out that the HD hood bolts straight on! Lol. J/K.. this thread was a long time coming, and is more than worth the full read.

 

[Tonyrodz]

I did a search for "HD Hood" and it came to your build thread. So I figured I may as well check it out and see what would need to be changed in going from a Tahoe hood to the HD hood. I figured I'd start at the beginning of your thread....a couple hours later and I'm at the end. You've dumped an ass load of work into that ride. Awesome job man, I wish I had more skill with electrical work, as I kind've try to shy away from it. Keep it up!

Thanks man, I really appreciate the kudos. My electrical skills are pretty basic, but you learn as you go.

All to find out that the HD hood bolts straight on! Lol. J/K.. this thread was a long time coming, and is more than worth the full read.

As @HiHoeSilver stated, it was a long time coming! Lol
The hd hood is a direct Bolton, but the gaps along the fenders are a little bit wider. Nothing to really stress about Imo. Welcome to the site. Tons of great info and lots of knowledgeable guys who love to help you spend your money!

 

[PG01]

Michael Bolton?

 

[Tonyrodz]

Michael Bolton?

Lol , bolt on.

 

[Rocket Man]

My buddy drilled and tapped, as far as I know.

Wait just a minute mister- let me see...you have an engine guy, a transmission guy, a body and paint guy, AND a " buddy" who installed your headers and swapped in a 6.0 engine? Just exactly what part of this build did Tony do? Oh yeah, the $$$ part!

 

[Tonyrodz]

Wait just a minute mister- let me see...you have an engine guy, a transmission guy, a body and paint guy, AND a " buddy" who installed your headers and swapped in a 6.0 engine? Just exactly what part of this build did Tony do? Oh yeah, the $$$ part!

I don't know $hit about transmissions, just how to destroy them, I used to paint and repair bumper covers, but stopped because it sux, and had no time and no lift to do the swap myself. I did do the interior and electrical work--so that counts.

 

[Tonyrodz]

Oh, just to see how the trans reacted, I did a bunch of donuts! Those tires smoked so nice! Unfortunately I didn't record it.

 

[Rocket Man]

I don't know $hit about transmissions, just how to destroy them, I used to paint and repair bumper covers, but stopped because it sux, and had no time and no lift to do the swap myself. I did do the interior and electrical work--so that counts.

Just effin with ya! I know there's a ton of stuff you did. I don't know anything about tranny's either and if I needed a new motor I wouldn't be doing that as well. Not body and paint either. I was hoping you had done your headers but I remember they went on when you had the motor installed. I have 3 broken bolts, front and rear on the passenger side and rear on the driver side. I don't see any way to drill the rear ones to get an extractor in. I'm wondering if the Dorman clamps work. I'm not pulling the heads!

 

[Tonyrodz]

Just effin with ya! I know there's a ton of stuff you did. I don't know anything about tranny's either and if I needed a new motor I wouldn't be doing that as well. Not body and paint either. I was hoping you had done your headers but I remember they went on when you had the motor installed. I have 3 broken bolts, front and rear on the passenger side and rear on the driver side. I don't see any way to drill the rear ones to get an extractor in. I'm wondering if the Dorman clamps work. I'm not pulling the heads!

I know buddy, Np. I'll try to talk to my buddy and ask how /what he did to get them out.