#301 - The first KOH K5!

Stephen · 01-21-2010, 06:22 PM

Here we go:

Body panels fully disposable!

DB_1 · 01-21-2010, 06:26 PM

Nice! Any pics with the panels off?

wngrog · 01-21-2010, 06:33 PM

That is so fine.....

BB1 · 01-21-2010, 06:40 PM

Jealousy is kicking in. That rig is bad ass.

bbaxter51 · 01-21-2010, 06:44 PM

dood. LOVE the old school vibe it gives off. It's gonna look tough next to all the buggies!

Pacific Fabrication · 01-21-2010, 06:45 PM

Thanks Stephen for this chance to run with the "big dogs". Can't tell you how excited I am. In fact without you, my wife Jen, the shop crew, and friends I would not be able to have a chance to provide a ride for Stephen or get to drive a bit myself.

I know going into this that we are HUGE underdogs. We will try our best to stay out of the way. I am using this race to test the waters and see if I should build an Ultra4 type ride for the future.

I will post up some pictures in the AM from the shop computer. We ARE going to run the body panels, and are fully aware that they will be gone after the race. BDS suspension stepped up big time and provided us with resources that make it possible for some lucky race fan to get a quarter panel to hang in there garage.

When I was 16 I worked for Sal Fish setting up the start finish line and direction markers at the Parker 400. After the race we would run the course and do clean up. I picked up a few different bedsides/fenders and hung them in the garage and my bedroom. That inspired me for years.
We have been busy getting the truck to be ready for this. Between following the rules, adding bypasses to the rear, and beefing up the weak spots we sacrifice sleep, family, and friends for this.
Looking forward to meeting new people seeing some I know, and scaring the crap out of myself.

HeavyMetalXJ · 01-21-2010, 06:49 PM

Love it! Very cool look

angiebaby · 01-21-2010, 06:51 PM

I love it!

HonkIfPartsFallOff! · 01-21-2010, 06:52 PM

I like it, what are the plans for door bars/window nets? just one big net?

camo · 01-21-2010, 06:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pacific Fabrication

I am using this race to test the waters and see if I should build an Ultra4 type ride for the future.

as if there is really a question

win loose or draw it is cool to see Pac fab and ORD team up for a KOH effort.

kidkrawler · 01-21-2010, 07:18 PM

Get it!!!!!

Jeepman14wheel · 01-21-2010, 07:51 PM

That is bad a$$, I love K5's. I grew up four wheeling in a K5, sure wish I had it now. Cannot wait to see it in action out there.

MNorby · 01-21-2010, 07:59 PM

very sweet. will be watching this one. Back to the fullsize gm roots!

Truggychev · 01-21-2010, 08:11 PM

I like that alot!

miguelitojeep · 01-21-2010, 08:17 PM

very cool, but we need some more pics and some specs on this heavy beast!

MT4Runner · 01-21-2010, 08:29 PM

I love the old school body lines and the new school grille/headlights.

onetoncv · 01-21-2010, 08:59 PM

bad arse guys- Jess

yield2me · 01-21-2010, 09:07 PM

One thing is for sure......Stephen knows K5's!!

I was thinking ole Wally was making a cameo apperance when I read the title!!

Good looking ride.

Rob

Stephen · 01-21-2010, 10:41 PM

I thought very briefly about bringing Wally but we can barely get miniwally (4488) together so it was never a serious thought. I had a equally brief thought about a leaf sprung K5, like score legal stuff, but that thought evaporated quickly also.
The last trailride I was on in a full body truck I about took the front fender/hood corner off with a tree, must have been imagining the taper job already instead of paying attention. we'll see how things fare with the 'glass.
I know it'll go good in the open and Kevin and I have both driven the big ones in the rocks a couple times so I know we'll get through OK.

steve_925 · 01-21-2010, 10:43 PM

very cool

snowdemon · 01-21-2010, 10:54 PM

WOW definitely keeping my eye on this one. Hope to see you on the lakebed!

cdgvw1 · 01-21-2010, 11:00 PM

nice to see a fellow fullsize in the mix.. Good job guys.. Can't wait to see it in action.

Triaged · 01-21-2010, 11:01 PM

That is a very nice looking truck. What are all the spec's?

K5s rule!

Infernal Jeep · 01-21-2010, 11:24 PM

That is bad ass for sure , congrats and good luck . I was the one that took that picture at the Off-Road Expo

Pacific Fabrication · 01-21-2010, 11:30 PM

1983 K5 Halfcab blazer. Converted it to a 73 full convertible windshield frame a few years back. Used to be my daily driver.
WillysWanter helped me figure out the suspension bits about a year before he passed (RIP buddy)and my friends and I built the tube work around it. We recently did the 2009 ultimate adventure with it and had a blast. Now its gunning for KOH.
Here are the specs
Pac Fab LS2 RTR engine package
Shift Management TH 400 full Manual VB
Klune Goliath to round pattern 205 twin sticked 32 spline throughout.
Trussed Dana 60 ARB 14 bolt detroit locker
18" Fox coilovers, Tripple bypass rear and Hydro bumps up front
3 link front 4 link rear
42 Goodyear rubber and raceline hoops
2005 Chevy truck front clip (fiberglass)

The best thing about this truck is the time spent with good friends working on it. Time spent out wheeling with good friends, and all the new friends I meet because of it.

Pics in the AM

01-21-2010, 06:22 PM	#1
Stephen not so new Join Date: Oct 2000 Member # 2092 Location: Carbondale, CO Posts: 531	#301 - The first KOH K5! Here we go: Body panels fully disposable! __________________ Stephen Watson www.offroaddesign.com KOH10 #301 and 4488 4WOR UA '05-'09 Official T-Case\Fabricators Friends & partners who helped: Offroad Design, Pacific Fab, Goodyear, King, Lightforce, TrailReady, Amsoil, PSC, Tom Woods, Bighorn Graphics

01-21-2010, 06:26 PM	#2
DB_1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Member # 129208 Location: La Quinta, Ca Posts: 294	Nice! Any pics with the panels off? __________________ 97 SAS'd Ranger

01-21-2010, 06:40 PM	#4
BB1 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Member # 85234 Location: ARIZONA Posts: 218	Jealousy is kicking in. That rig is bad ass. __________________ I don't give a shit!

01-21-2010, 06:44 PM	#5
bbaxter51 Granite Guru Join Date: Dec 2007 Member # 104966 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 678	dood. LOVE the old school vibe it gives off. It's gonna look tough next to all the buggies! __________________ www.rockbottom4x4.com

01-21-2010, 06:45 PM	#6
Pacific Fabrication Wheeler Join Date: Jan 2009 Member # 127840 Location: Morgan Hill, CA Posts: 120	Thanks Stephen for this chance to run with the "big dogs". Can't tell you how excited I am. In fact without you, my wife Jen, the shop crew, and friends I would not be able to have a chance to provide a ride for Stephen or get to drive a bit myself. I know going into this that we are HUGE underdogs. We will try our best to stay out of the way. I am using this race to test the waters and see if I should build an Ultra4 type ride for the future. I will post up some pictures in the AM from the shop computer. We ARE going to run the body panels, and are fully aware that they will be gone after the race. BDS suspension stepped up big time and provided us with resources that make it possible for some lucky race fan to get a quarter panel to hang in there garage. When I was 16 I worked for Sal Fish setting up the start finish line and direction markers at the Parker 400. After the race we would run the course and do clean up. I picked up a few different bedsides/fenders and hung them in the garage and my bedroom. That inspired me for years. We have been busy getting the truck to be ready for this. Between following the rules, adding bypasses to the rear, and beefing up the weak spots we sacrifice sleep, family, and friends for this. Looking forward to meeting new people seeing some I know, and scaring the crap out of myself. __________________ Pacific Fabrication Pacificfab.net 408-250-1772

01-21-2010, 06:33 PM	#3
wngrog Moderating Midget Join Date: Jun 2000 Member # 1154 Location: Canton, MS Posts: 20,534 Blog Entries: 4	That is so fine..... __________________ Nolen Grogan CottonLand Cruisers www.rockmidgetphotography.com blacksheep4x4.com USAF Veteran 1988-1998 GOD Bless America

01-21-2010, 06:49 PM	#7
HeavyMetalXJ HeavyMetalConcepts Join Date: Mar 2006 Member # 69807 Location: Fairfield, CT Posts: 550	Love it! Very cool look __________________ -Will www.HeavyMetalConcepts.com Film - Photography - Design - Advertising -HeavyMetalConcepts on Facebook- Become a fan! -Get your copy of the King of the Hammers RCQ "Quest for Glory" DVD here -

01-21-2010, 06:51 PM	#8
angiebaby Wheeler Join Date: Oct 2002 Member # 14433 Location: Menifee Valley Posts: 332	I love it! __________________ "Behind every great man is a good woman."

01-21-2010, 06:52 PM	#9
HonkIfPartsFallOff! Southern Transplant Join Date: Aug 2006 Member # 77435 Location: Asheville, NC Posts: 75	I like it, what are the plans for door bars/window nets? just one big net? __________________ 1989 YJ ongoing project. SBC/60s/etc. never ending project 1989 XJ DD/weekend warrior RE 4.5/33s/welded rear Last edited by HonkIfPartsFallOff!; 01-21-2010 at 06:56 PM.

01-21-2010, 07:18 PM	#11
kidkrawler Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Member # 79762 Posts: 683	Get it!!!!! __________________ 98 ZJ bringing the bling UA 2009 survivor

01-21-2010, 07:51 PM	#12
Jeepman14wheel Garage Hackers INC.. Join Date: Apr 2005 Member # 46071 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,728	That is bad a$$, I love K5's. I grew up four wheeling in a K5, sure wish I had it now. Cannot wait to see it in action out there. __________________ Always under destruction My build: http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showt...jeepman14wheel

01-21-2010, 07:59 PM	#13
MNorby NooB Join Date: Apr 2002 Member # 11448 Location: Wyoming Posts: 1,575	very sweet. will be watching this one. Back to the fullsize gm roots! __________________ WANTED ~42" tire for use as spare. 1997 S10 hybrid build Powell Valley 4 Wheelers, Inc. www.ourtrails.net

01-21-2010, 08:11 PM	#14
Truggychev Wheeler Join Date: Jan 2007 Member # 85803 Location: SL,UT Posts: 453	I like that alot! __________________ 86 yota truggy on 38.5 sx's Soon to have 42'' pitbull rockers. build up- http://pirate4x4.com/forum/showthrea...267&highlight=

01-21-2010, 08:17 PM	#15
miguelitojeep Rock God Join Date: May 2006 Member # 73093 Location: Ventura/SD Posts: 1,474	very cool, but we need some more pics and some specs on this heavy beast! __________________ 97 TJ 5spd 4.0 D30/44 Locked 4:88s, Rock-trac 4:1 T-case, 3.5" Rock Krawler 5 inch stretch long arm, 35in MTRs, Vanco Big Brake Kit! Rally for the Hammers post #328

01-21-2010, 08:29 PM	#16
MT4Runner FToy 86 Join Date: Mar 2005 Member # 44480 Location: Kalispell, MT Posts: 7,414	I love the old school body lines and the new school grille/headlights. __________________ Motive Gear Land Use Team www.tenfactory.com www.motivegear.com www.nationaldrivetrain.com/ www.davezoffroadperformance.com www.mastercraftseats.com 87 4Runner - FToy 086 - UHaul Toterhome

01-21-2010, 08:59 PM	#17
onetoncv Pirate4x4 Addict! Join Date: Nov 2000 Member # 2160 Location: Paradise , ca Posts: 7,987	bad arse guys- Jess __________________ http://highangledriveline.com Bringing Innovation to the market ! http://highangledriveline.com/HAD1.gif 530-877-2875 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- When we fear our Government its called tyranny ,And when our Government fears us its called Freedom.

01-21-2010, 09:07 PM	#18
yield2me Rock God Join Date: Feb 2001 Member # 3196 Location: Fayetteville, nc Posts: 1,699	One thing is for sure......Stephen knows K5's!! I was thinking ole Wally was making a cameo apperance when I read the title!! Good looking ride. Rob __________________ Ultra4 Team 4406 "Usually last, but Usually there" Thanks to our Sponsors!! Performance Off-Road Final Touch Powder Coating Trail Tough Heiseroil.com Southeast Marine and Rescue, Inc.

01-21-2010, 10:41 PM	#19
Stephen not so new Join Date: Oct 2000 Member # 2092 Location: Carbondale, CO Posts: 531	I thought very briefly about bringing Wally but we can barely get miniwally (4488) together so it was never a serious thought. I had a equally brief thought about a leaf sprung K5, like score legal stuff, but that thought evaporated quickly also. The last trailride I was on in a full body truck I about took the front fender/hood corner off with a tree, must have been imagining the taper job already instead of paying attention. we'll see how things fare with the 'glass. I know it'll go good in the open and Kevin and I have both driven the big ones in the rocks a couple times so I know we'll get through OK. __________________ Stephen Watson www.offroaddesign.com KOH10 #301 and 4488 4WOR UA '05-'09 Official T-Case\Fabricators Friends & partners who helped: Offroad Design, Pacific Fab, Goodyear, King, Lightforce, TrailReady, Amsoil, PSC, Tom Woods, Bighorn Graphics

01-21-2010, 10:43 PM	#20
steve_925 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Member # 98198 Location: East Bay Posts: 148	very cool

01-21-2010, 10:54 PM	#21
snowdemon Granite Guru Join Date: Jan 2005 Member # 42146 Location: Washington Posts: 706	WOW definitely keeping my eye on this one. Hope to see you on the lakebed!

01-21-2010, 11:00 PM	#22
cdgvw1 77 K5 on TONS Join Date: Jun 2003 Member # 20807 Location: Rancho Cordova, Ca Posts: 396	nice to see a fellow fullsize in the mix.. Good job guys.. Can't wait to see it in action. __________________ It looks here you have been missing some work lately. I wouldn't say I've been missin it Bob!!!

01-21-2010, 11:01 PM	#23
Triaged Registered User Join Date: Jun 2001 Member # 5110 Location: SoCal Posts: 4,443	That is a very nice looking truck. What are all the spec's? K5s rule! __________________ Link to thread on my calculator http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=204893

01-21-2010, 11:24 PM	#24
Infernal Jeep El Presidente Join Date: Nov 2004 Member # 38540 Posts: 4,278	That is bad ass for sure , congrats and good luck . I was the one that took that picture at the Off-Road Expo Attached Images __________________ ROCK BRAWLERS South Side Cali. www.RockBrawlers.com www.allprooffroad.com My Build Thread: http://pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=626083 ~ Second Annual SoCal Off-Road Truck Show ~ Saturday , July 10th , 2010 www.offroadtruckshow.com

01-21-2010, 11:30 PM	#25
Pacific Fabrication Wheeler Join Date: Jan 2009 Member # 127840 Location: Morgan Hill, CA Posts: 120	1983 K5 Halfcab blazer. Converted it to a 73 full convertible windshield frame a few years back. Used to be my daily driver. WillysWanter helped me figure out the suspension bits about a year before he passed (RIP buddy)and my friends and I built the tube work around it. We recently did the 2009 ultimate adventure with it and had a blast. Now its gunning for KOH. Here are the specs Pac Fab LS2 RTR engine package Shift Management TH 400 full Manual VB Klune Goliath to round pattern 205 twin sticked 32 spline throughout. Trussed Dana 60 ARB 14 bolt detroit locker 18" Fox coilovers, Tripple bypass rear and Hydro bumps up front 3 link front 4 link rear 42 Goodyear rubber and raceline hoops 2005 Chevy truck front clip (fiberglass) The best thing about this truck is the time spent with good friends working on it. Time spent out wheeling with good friends, and all the new friends I meet because of it. Pics in the AM __________________ Pacific Fabrication Pacificfab.net 408-250-1772

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