My first new old chevy

[T-ravC10]

Hello guys so I just bought my first old new truck. This is my baby and I have a ton of plans for her. I also have a lot to ask cause I never had something like this to work on before. I am in the navy and have been stationed in Norfolk va. I bought the truck from a guy a little bit north of here she is clean no rust underneath. He did most of the work to the truck Like

Original engine was a 283, new motor dropped in at 72545. New motor came out of a 74 camaro.

Motor- 350 2 bolt main.
Bored .30 over, mains and rod bearings standard.
4 dish flat top pistons

Heads- Are a 462 cast 58cc chambered double hump
1958-About 1962 corvettes, (furie heads) with screw in studs, posi loc
rocker arms nuts with high performance valve steam seals.

Cam- Comp cam 272

Intake- Edlebrock performer

Carb- Edlebrock 650

1st gen- AEI distributor, after market with vacuum ADV

Rear end- 1974 chevelle, has new seals and fresh lube

spark plugs- are ap 85's (auto lite) or equvilant

plug wires- 8mm

Tranny- Is siginaw 35pd manual

Ignition modual- BWD CBE4P

This is some of he work he did on this truck and I plan on doing much more. Now I am trying to change the front drum breaks to disc and power breaks all the way around. The guy I bought it from had a set of 74 chevelle spindles that he had bored to fit the original ball joints and tie rod ends. I am trying to make this work so I can keep the spindles, and rims that are already on the back.
Some of the guys at napa have been helping me out but I would like some help from the pro's (you guys). The guys at napa have been hooking me up with 69 el camino rotors and calipers because they said that is what will work with the spindles that I have been given. I also really don't know what kind and where I should pull the break booster and master cylinder off of. Or should I just order one? Also if there is a need for a bracket to mount to the fire wall. Also what about a proportioning valve? Thanks guys for helping me out with this I really appreciate this.

[LostMy65]

Looks like a solid truck.
Since you're new, I'll recommend you to take care of that floor mat.
It looks to be in nice shape.
Welcome to the Forums.

[T-ravC10]

Originally Posted by T-ravC10

Hello guys so I just bought my first old new truck. This is my baby and I have a ton of plans for her. I also have a lot to ask cause I never had something like this to work on before. I am in the navy and have been stationed in Norfolk va. I bought the truck from a guy a little bit north of here she is clean no rust underneath. He did most of the work to the truck Like

Original engine was a 283, new motor dropped in at 72545. New motor came out of a 74 camaro.

Motor- 350 2 bolt main.
Bored .30 over, mains and rod bearings standard.
4 dish flat top pistons

Heads- Are a 462 cast 58cc chambered double hump
1958-About 1962 corvettes, (furie heads) with screw in studs, posi loc
rocker arms nuts with high performance valve steam seals.

Cam- Comp cam 272

Intake- Edlebrock performer

Carb- Edlebrock 650

1st gen- AEI distributor, after market with vacuum ADV

Rear end- 1974 chevelle, has new seals and fresh lube

spark plugs- are ap 85's (auto lite) or equvilant

plug wires- 8mm

Tranny- Is siginaw 35pd manual

Ignition modual- BWD CBE4P

This is some of he work he did on this truck and I plan on doing much more. Now I am trying to change the front drum breaks to disc and power breaks all the way around. The guy I bought it from had a set of 74 chevelle spindles that he had bored to fit the original ball joints and tie rod ends. I am trying to make this work so I can keep the spindles, and rims that are already on the back.
Some of the guys at napa have been helping me out but I would like some help from the pro's (you guys). The guys at napa have been hooking me up with 69 el camino rotors and calipers because they said that is what will work with the spindles that I have been given. I also really don't know what kind and where I should pull the break booster and master cylinder off of. Or should I just order one? Also if there is a need for a bracket to mount to the fire wall. Also what about a proportioning valve? Thanks guys for helping me out with this I really appreciate this.

Thanks man. yeah she is in great shape. I am looking for any advice I can get to keep this truck in great condition. Thank you for the advice!

[LostMy65]

Browse through here:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559678
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But feel free to ask questions.
So many good kind helpful members here.
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Yes, the Discbrake upgrade is a great first project.

[T-ravC10]

Thank you this is really helpful I will read up on it and I will get back to you probably with a ton of questions too.

[duallyjams]

[TJ's Chevy]

Welcome aboard! Sweet ride!

[Captainfab]

Welcome to the forum and thank you for your service

Looks like you have a truck with a good start.

I do sell booster brackets that are bolt on with no need to drill holes. There are links to most of my products in my signature line \/ \/ \/

Service members and Veterans get free shipping.

Another little tip....I would get rid of that plastic fuel filter and re-route that fuel line around the front of the engine like it should be with as much steel line as possible. That fuel line setup is a disaster waiting to happen sitting above the exhaust like that.

[T-ravC10]

Thank you all very much its really appreciated!! Captainfab thanks for the advice. Should I keep the filter and reroute the gas line in front like you said?? Also where should the line run?? Would you have any pictures by chance so I have something to reference? I will get right on that and get back to you thank you. A couple quick questions about the setup I am trying to accomplish. Now will any break booster and master cylinder work on this truck or is there a specific one I should be looking for?? Thank you guys very much for the warm welcome and great knowledge.

[61_FL_Apache]

Welcome!! Looks like you off to a great start!!