Slosh Tubz
Created by Mike Losh
Post from the 67-72 Chevy Truck forum
Available for 60-66, 67-72, and 73-87 Chevy GMC Trucks
Tag Archives: Truck Tech
Chub Tubs
Chub Tubs
designed by Rob Hartley
Get yours from Rob on the 67-72 Chevy Truck forum
These things are awesome! Can’t wait to get to the stage on my build where I can mock these in place to get a first glance.
Rob is a great guy who thoroughly researched and delivered an exceptional product much needed for us truck nuts.
Filed under Body, Truck Stuff
FITech GoEFI Install on Goldmember
Overview of the FITech Go EFI install on project GoldMember
Using vendor information and various posts from the 67-72 truck forum along with my personal experiences, I will document the install as best I can.
I ordered the FITech Go EFI 4 600hp basic kit # 30002. The first few pics are from the initial unpacking. At first glance, this kit looks to be nicely put together and has good quality parts included. It will be installed on a mild 350/700R4 drive-train going into the Burb. As I am finally getting to the point where the mock up can begin, I will add in some of the resources I have found online for reference.
YouTube I also added the Go System Fuel Command Center
The 40003 Fuel Command Center utilizes a sump tank that mounts in your engine compartment. Use your existing fuel pump (low pressure electric or engine driven carbureted) to deliver fuel to the sump where a 340 L/PH high pressure fuel pump is submerged in fuel. This style pump runs cooler and is quieter than external inline pumps.While looking at various installs, I found some good reference Pictures from the Post listed above on the 67-72 truck forum. I took one of his pics and made an annotated image for reference so that while I’m in the shop working, I can have something to work from.
Since I do not yet have the engine installed, I snapped a pic just for fun with the throttle body sitting on the intake. But my real focus has been on getting the Fuel Command Center mounted to the core support, and running a vent line back the the vent tube located near the fuel filler neck.
Adding updated information for the Fuel Command Center Pulse Width Modulation settings related to some reported over heating issues. FITech explains that they ship the system with a PWM setting originally designed for a frame mounted fuel pump, read-on…
Setting the Fuel Pump Pulse Width Modulation
Did you know that you can control the pulse width modulation (speed) of your fuel pump with your hand held controller?
Your system comes shipped with the fuel pump control pwm set for frame mounted pumps. If you are using a fuel command center (fcc) you should change the speed of the pump.
To do this follow these steps:
Step 1: Plug hand held controller into the ECU on the FiTech Throttle Body. Turn your key on or start your engine to power the system.
Step 2: Go to the Main Menu. In the Main Menu Scroll down to option 6 Go EFI Pro Tuning. Select Go EFI Pro Tuning.
Step 3: In the Go EFI Pro Tuning Menu scroll down to Option 12 Fuel Pump Control. Select Fuel Pump Control.
Step 4: Scroll down to option 7 (PWM Low Flow) select edit. In the edit menu press clear (CLR) enter a new value of 40.
Press OK, Then in the Fuel Pump Control Menu press the center of the control stick to send the change to the ECU.
Step 5: If the engine is running the system update should be complete and you are done. If the changes were made with just the key on turn the key off and wait 15 seconds for the system to power down (the screen will flash black) once this is complete you may now start the engine and verify your change.
I did the mock-up the Fuel Command Center last night, I made a mounting plate out of 3/16 aluminum and located it next to the headlight on the driver’s side. As there are few places under the hood to locate this, i think its going to work out fine. Plus, In reading other install threads, I know it is working for other C10 owners, which is a bonus and saves some potential headaches..
Filed under Engine, Truck Stuff
Goldmember Audio
Overview of the Audio components I am using in GlodMember
Head unit is a Kenwood KDC-HD545U.
Product Highlights:
General features:
- CD player with built-in MOSFET amplifier (22 watts RMS/50 peak x 4 channels)
- built-in HD Radio tuner with iTunes tagging
- plays CDs, CD-Rs, and CD-RW discs, including discs loaded with MP3, WMA, and AAC files
- detachable face with with 13-character fluorescent display
- remote control
Audio features:
- System Q Sound Control (6 EQ curves and a 3-band equalizer)
- Supreme Setting function restores high frequencies in music files
- low-pass subwoofer filter
Expandability:
- iPod direct control via USB input — no adapter necessary.
- compatible with Kenwood’s Bluetooth adapter, satellite radio, and CD changer
- inputs: front auxiliary and USB inputs
- outputs: 6-channel preamp outputs ( 2-volt front, rear, and sub)
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- KDC-HD545U
Our take on the Kenwood KDC-HD545U by Crutchfield’s Ken Nail
Kenwood built the KDC-HD545U CD receiver to cover all the bases. Sure, you expect a CD player, but factor in built-in iPod® controls, an auxiliary input, and a cutting-edge HD Radio™ tuner, and you’ve got a powerful and complete package ready for your ride.
A multimedia marvel
With the KDC-HD545U’s HD Radio tuner, you can enjoy the outstanding sound quality of digital radio broadcasts, with FM that approaches the sound quality of CDs. And if your local HD Radio station employs multicasting, you’ll have the option of listening to multiple channels on the same frequency. When your iPod’s connected to the receiver, iTunes® tagging lets you save song info, so you can purchase tracks you enjoy later on iTunes — a nice bonus.
Connection and control of your iPod is a snap with this receiver. Plug into the front-panel USB input, and take command with a variety of tools, including dedicated Search and Return keys — you’ll find it easy to get to the tracks and playlists you want to hear.
You can play your store-bought and recordable CDs, including discs full of MP3, WMA and AAC files. If you’d like to expand your system, you can add a Kenwood CD changer or satellite radio, or use the front aux input for a direct audio connection from virtually any audio source.
Convenient shortcuts
The Mixed-Preset Memory feature gives you a useful one-touch shortcut to a favorite playlist, satellite radio channel, an HD Radio station, and more. Once the preset buttons are set to your choices, you’ll be able to jump from station to playlist to feature with one touch of your finger.
The sound quality story
A strong built-in amp provides plenty of power to drive your speakers, while the 24-bit digital-to-analog converter brings out every last detail in your music. Use the 3-band equalizer to tweak the highs, mids, and lows for the perfect sound curve for your car.
If your aim is maximum sound quality, you’ll appreciate the three sets of preamp outputs for connecting and controlling a full setup of external amps and subs.
Want to keep your car’s steering wheel audio controls?
In most vehicles, you can use this adapter to connect your vehicle’s steering wheel controls to this Kenwood stereo. Connect a few wires, then program the adapter for your particular car and the Kenwood, and you’ll retain the convenience of your steering wheel controls.
Note: If you’re going to use your iPod with this receiver, be sure to check “Details” for specific iPod model compatibility with this receiver or its optional iPod adapter.
Phoenix Gold R9.0:5 4x125W+1x400W Octane-R Amp
Product Highlights:
General features:
This is also new in the box, The all-new Octane-R Series Amplifiers are big-power amplifiers with street racing cosmetics. Overbuilt and indestructible power supplies provide rock solid stability and reliability. Phoenix Gold took a look at what’s happening on the streets and came out with a new line of amps that have all the answers. Not just another pretty face (but they ARE beautiful!), these new amps can also take anything you can throw at them. Count on Phoenix Gold’s engineers to deliver the goods.
- Phoenix Gold R9.0:5 4x125W+1x400W Octane-R Amp
- *Fully complementary output stage *5 channel power amplifier *400 watt sub channel!
- Features Carbon fiber badge, back-lit with blue LED
- Separate 12db variable HighPass and 18db LowPass Crossovers (40-400Hz)
- Twin – T Bass EQ Circuitry
- Remote Monitoring Display (RMD) port
- Overload and comparator circuitry
- Two/four channel amplifiers stability = 2 ohms stereo/4 ohms bridged
- Full-range thru output
- Part Number263-944
- Weight 13 lbs.
Audio features:
- Power output, front and rear stereo channels: 50 watts RMS/125 watts max x 4 (4 ohm load)
- 75 watts RMS/200 watts max x 4 (2 ohm load)
- 150 watts RMS x 2 (bridged mono, 4 ohm load)
- Power output, mono subwoofer channel: 150 watts RMS/250 watts max x 1 (4 ohm load)
- 250 watts RMS/400 watts max x 1 (2 ohm load)
- Frequency response: 20 Hz-20 kHz *THD 1%
- Signal to noise ratio: greater than 110 dB
- Dimensions: 19.75″ L x 10.875″ W x 2.25″ H
Phoenix Gold Speakers
Product Highlights:
5.0 In speaker features:
- Size: 13 cm (5 in.)
- The number of bands: 2
- Power: 70 W (nominal), 140 W (maximum)
- Sensitivity: 89 dB
- Frequency range: 60 – 24000 Hz
- Crossover
- External crossover: yes
- WOOFER
- Dimensions: 130 mm
3.0 In speaker features:
- Active / Passive Speakers: Passive
- Active/passive: Passive
- Built In/External: Built-in Passive
- Category: Pair of Speakers
- Direction (1-4 Way): 2 way
- Installation: Built-In
- Installation Type: Built-In
- Number of Ways: 2
- Power (Watts): 25+ watts
- Speakers Format: Round
- Type of Set: Pair
- Wattage: 80
- Ways: 2
Sony Xplode xs-L126P5 Subwoofer
Product Highlights:
- 12″ Xplod Dual 4 ohm Series Subwoofer
- Power Handling:
- Peak: 1500 watts
- RMS: 400 watts
- Impedance: Dual 4 ohm
- Mica reinforced cellular glass fiber composite cone
- Rubber surround
- Gold plated 5-way binding posts
- Sony’s traditional pentagon shaped cone
- Fits in all standard 12″ round cut-out holes
- High temperature voice coils
- Ferrite magnet
- Mounting depth: 6-1/2″
- Frequency response: 30-1,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: 84 dB
Recommended Enclosure Specifications
- Recommended Enclosure Type: Ported / Vented / Sealed
- Minimum Sealed Box Volume: 0.77 cubic feet
- Maximum Sealed Box Volume: 0.77 cubic feet
- Minimum Ported Box Volume: 1.13 cubic feet
- Maximum Ported Box Volume: 1.13 cubic feet
- Top-Mount Depth: 6-1/2″
- Cutout Diameter: 11-1/8″
Crutchfield install guide
1 Sony XS-LD126P5 Subwoofer
Mono Amp
2 Channel Amp – Bridged
2 Sony XS-LD126P5 Subwoofers
Mono Amp
Mono Amp – Option 1
2 Channel Amp
2 Channel Amp – Bridged
4 Channel Amp – Bridged
3 Sony XS-LD126P5 Subwoofers
Mono Amp
4 Channel Amp
4 Sony XS-LD126P5 Subwoofers
Mono Amp
2 Channel Amp
2 Channel Amp – Bridged
4 Channel Amp
Sony parameters for Sealed box dimensions (net volume)
- Width – 15 3/8
- Height – 14 1/4
- Depth – 9 1/8
- Material thickness 3/4 (MDF preferred)
- Net volume – 21.8 Liters or 0.77 Cu ft.
I tweaked it just a bit using the Boxnotes software app
A few online resources
www.subwoofer-builder.com
Filed under Audio, Truck Stuff
Sensor Mounting – Accuair
Ride height Sensors
Mounting location options
Here are some great items to assist in your installation.
Collars and Tabs:
Go to Mcmaster.com and look for these part numbers.
Part# 6436K74 2 Each Two-piece Clamp-on Shaft Collar, Aluminum, 1-1/4″ Bore, 2-1/16″ Od, 1/2″ Width
Part # 6436K76 2 Each Two-piece Clamp-on Shaft Collar, Aluminum, 2″ Bore, 3″outside Diameter, 11/16″width
AZProPerformance Carries these Choppin Block goodies
Controller and Sensor Mounting Options
Then there are these I like as well.
And Accuair has some cool mounting options too!
Plus Cool Air Tanks!
Even some EvilBay Stuff
Google search for controller mounting
Filed under Suspension, Truck Stuff