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1972

GMC 1500 Custom

"Black Betty"
Partial Build

While this truck was in good shape when it came to us, it needed quite a bit to make it perfect. After correcting some paint issues and giving it a badass new drivetrain, this GMC is ready to snap necks and tear up the streets!

  • Year: 1972
  • Make: GMC
  • Model: 1500 Custom
  • Submodel: "Black Betty"

CHASSIS
Frame: Original
Rearend / Ratio: John’s Industries 9-inch Ford / 3.90
Rear Suspension: Original with AccuAir bags
Rear Brakes: Wilwood 14-inch disc
Front Suspension: AccuAir bags
Front Brakes: Wilwood 14-inch disc
Front Wheels: RSV Forged, 20×8
Rear Wheels: RSV Forged, 22×10
Front Tires: Dunlop Direzza, 255/35-20
Rear Tires: Dunlop Direzza, 265/35-22
Gas Tank: Tanks Inc. underbed

DRIVETRAIN
Engine: GM LS3
Heads: L92 rectangular port
Valve Covers: Custom by Classic Car Studio
Manifold / Induction: One-off by Classic Car Studio / Holley Dominator
Ignition: Holley
Exhaust / Mufflers: Custom 3-inch / Black Widow Venom
Transmission: 4L80E

BODY
Bodywork and Paint by: Mike Chopp, Ron’s Auto Body
Color: Black

INTERIOR
Gauges: Dakota Digital
Air Conditioning: Vintage Air
Steering Column: ididit tilt
Seats: Stock bench
Upholstery by: Classic Car Studio
Material / Color: Vinyl / Red