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Down south truckin · 01-21-2008, 06:20 AM

After doing my first body swap I've been itching to do another.I found this one on craigslist It's got a .060 350 with double humps and a mild towing cam.It's got saddle interior which is one of my favorites.The paint looks good but has a few scratches and rust bubbles here and there.I hope you enjoy Mike

Down south truckin · 01-21-2008, 06:23 AM

Here's a picture of the frame Oh yeah what do you think about all that white stuff thats a rare occurance down here

**LockDoc** · 01-21-2008, 06:50 AM

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Truck looks good except for that white crap on it....

.. I hear you on the rare occurance. My brother lives in Albany, GA maybe he got some there too.

LockDoc

1969k10stepside · 01-21-2008, 07:27 AM

Cool Mike.Can't wait to see how this one turns out.What's the plans? Leave it stock looking or lift,tires,etc? Going with a 4 speed or auto? BTW,it looks like you're missing a few parts from the transfer case

Down south truckin · 01-21-2008, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 1969k10stepside

Cool Mike.Can't wait to see how this one turns out.What's the plans? Leave it stock looking or lift,tires,etc? Going with a 4 speed or auto?

Yeah I'm going to go a little on the modified side but just slightly the frame has a set of the blackbirds rear disc brakes and a 4 inch lift I got a set of super swamper 34x9.50s already mounted on a stock set of 16x6s ready to go.I mounted them for my blue one but they look to big on it with no lift so I'll use them on this one.I'd love to put a 4 speed in it but I still havn't put my hands on one yet maybe if i can get that swb4x4 roller from billsbowtie in time I can use that one and use the 350/205 that i already have in the swb thanks Mike

griesel72 · 01-21-2008, 08:52 AM

looks like it will be a cool truck, i always like watching the progress of a body swap

see ten · 01-21-2008, 02:09 PM

I was hoping you were going to leave the slots on it for the retro look! Looks like a great start to another project.

Down south truckin · 01-21-2008, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by see ten

I was hoping you were going to leave the slots on it for the retro look! Looks like a great start to another project.

I'm stuck on the hubcap/white wheel deal I may try to find a set of 16.5s to put on the slots and alternate back and forth thanks Mike

**special-K** · 01-21-2008, 08:53 PM

That`s gonna be nice.I can never decide on one set of wheels.It makes sense to just have a few choices.

72armyswbtruck · 01-21-2008, 10:44 PM

Man that is gonna be a nice swap

72BlckButy · 01-21-2008, 11:51 PM

Great looking project!

Good luck on the build

**Joesjunk** · 01-22-2008, 01:16 AM

Another great project!! I am just finishing up another body swap truck too, hope to have some pics today!

Down south truckin · 01-22-2008, 03:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Joesjunk

Another great project!! I am just finishing up another body swap truck too, hope to have some pics today!

Hurry up It's freezing down here and I'm bored. is it the ochre one?

**Joesjunk** · 01-23-2008, 01:58 AM

Ya, Its was the Ochre one. I got it running last night, just needs the bumpers put back on!! I just "set" the body on it Sat evening, then started bolting bown the body and putting it back together on Sunday about noon and had it running by 9. Ill get some pics today

**Joesjunk** · 01-23-2008, 06:07 AM

Not the best pics, but here it is,

Hittman · 01-23-2008, 07:42 AM

Looks like a solid truck to work with. I too am anxious to see your progress. Your blue and white one looks sweet! That was a swap?

I am somewhat new here and have recently purchased a '71 3/4 ton frame thats been all gone through. I plan to take my current '70 3/4 ton 4 speed 2x body and swap onto this frame. Trouble is this frame was originally set up for an auto. I have a 4 speed and a Rockwell from a '69 including the crossmember etc. My understanding is that the holes for the crossmember are a few inches off due to the '71 being set up for the 205. I have been told there is no way around re-drilling holes or locate '71/'72 parts. Do any of you have any input on this?

Just previous to purchasing this frame I got all new exhaust put on my 2x. I would imagine the transfer case will now interfere with this. I believe my manifolds dump out at an angle as opposed to the ones that dump straight down. Is there any way around this on a 4x4 chassis?

I would like to give this a 2-4" lift to give it a good stance. What's the best method (yet economical) to go about this?

One more question regarding the gear ratio's of K20's - can I assume they are all 4:10's or 4:56's? I haven't checked these yet but it would be great if they were under 4:10's. Anybody know?

Thanks!

By the way, we have had that white crap on the ground for 2 solid months now! Sucks for trying to get projects like this done.

Down south truckin · 01-24-2008, 02:38 PM

Hittman,
I'm no expert on all this I'm just starting to figure all the 4x4 stuff out
My blue truck was a body swap it was a 85,000 mile 1/2 ton 2wd thanks for the compliment.

on the crossmember issue I would think that the right holes would be drilled from the factory but like i said I'm pretty new at the 4x4 stuff.

I would think that the exhaust would be different on the 2wd you may could find a shop that would use the rear part of the system and just re-run the head pipes.

There are some cheap lift kits on e-bay from time to time expect to pay 400-500 for a basic 4 inch lift sometimes you can find used ones on this message board

on the gearing every 71-72 3/4 ton 4x4 that I've dealt with had 4.11 gears in them but I would believe that any gear ratio could have been ordered
DST

Hittman · 01-25-2008, 07:38 AM

Thanks for your input DST. I am anxious to get started on it. I should be picking up the frame next week. Now I just have to figure out the logistics of transfering all the parts. The weather has not been too friendly around these parts lately and doesn't look like it will break any time soon.

How soon are you planning to swap the "new" one? I'll look forward to seeing your progress. I hope post with my progress if I can just get this project jump started.

Good luck!

By the way - how does one attach photos to a post? I am rather illiterate with these things.

Thanks
Chris

Down south truckin · 01-25-2008, 08:44 AM

Hittman on the last one we used a 2 post to lift the cab+frontend off and we manually lifted the bed.

to post pictures click the post reply link then scroll down and click manage attachments then a new window will open click brouse then scroll through you pictures until you find the one you want to post and click it then click upload and it will post them but the resizing is what is a pain hopefully they will be small enough to post DST

theoneandonly · 01-25-2008, 04:44 PM

I am planning on converting my C20 to K20 when I return from this deployment so I was wondering if you could do me some favors. Could you take a few pics of the rear section of the frame and some measurements like how far the spring hanger is from body mounts? I am going to use the DIY4x4 brackets for the front but with mine being a coil sprig rear I need to know where the hangers go. Thanks

Hittman · 01-26-2008, 07:38 AM

Well here is my old C-20 in it's current 2x4 state. Yes, it's all original - dents and all. It was a farm truck most of it's life. The clock shows about 57K right now and still runs like a top. Floors are solid and no rust through anywhere except on the rockers. The bed floor has some issues too but I hope to locate another bed at some point.

Down south truckin · 01-26-2008, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by theoneandonly

I am planning on converting my C20 to K20 when I return from this deployment so I was wondering if you could do me some favors. Could you take a few pics of the rear section of the frame and some measurements like how far the spring hanger is from body mounts? I am going to use the DIY4x4 brackets for the front but with mine being a coil sprig rear I need to know where the hangers go. Thanks

I don't mind at all I'll get some good pics and measurements.Thanks for your service to our great country

Mike

Down south truckin · 01-26-2008, 10:12 AM

Hittman,That truck will look great as a 4x4

tcb-1 · 01-26-2008, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Joesjunk

Not the best pics, but here it is,

that trucks looks much better with a little air under it!!! I really liked that truck when I bought mine.

shoulda, woulda, coulda. looks nice!!!!

Down south truckin · 01-26-2008, 02:10 PM

Hooray I got a deal on a set of bucket seats

and am thinking about putting them in this truck,and was wondering which covers would you use the correct scroll pattern or the houndstooth covers,I've done this before only to chicken out at the last minute and sell the buckets and use a bench,but if i cover these in saddle they wouldn't be so easy to sell what do you think bench or bucket? scroll or houndstooth? thanks Mike

01-21-2008, 06:20 AM	#1
Down south truckin Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Lilburn Georgia Posts: 1,240	check out my new project k-20 body swap After doing my first body swap I've been itching to do another.I found this one on craigslist It's got a .060 350 with double humps and a mild towing cam.It's got saddle interior which is one of my favorites.The paint looks good but has a few scratches and rust bubbles here and there.I hope you enjoy Mike Attached Images

01-21-2008, 06:23 AM	#2
Down south truckin Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Lilburn Georgia Posts: 1,240	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap Here's a picture of the frame Oh yeah what do you think about all that white stuff thats a rare occurance down here Attached Images

01-21-2008, 06:50 AM	#3
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,891	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap - Truck looks good except for that white crap on it...... I hear you on the rare occurance. My brother lives in Albany, GA maybe he got some there too. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

01-21-2008, 07:27 AM	#4
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,019	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap Cool Mike.Can't wait to see how this one turns out.What's the plans? Leave it stock looking or lift,tires,etc? Going with a 4 speed or auto? BTW,it looks like you're missing a few parts from the transfer case Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 01-21-2008 at 07:30 AM.

01-21-2008, 08:52 AM	#6
griesel72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Howard, Kansas USA Posts: 1,997	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap looks like it will be a cool truck, i always like watching the progress of a body swap __________________ 1969 K10 Custom 10 1997 Z71 2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 2006 King Ranch 1980 Wife

01-21-2008, 02:09 PM	#7
see ten WTB this ad Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Lafayette Georgia Posts: 5,074	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap I was hoping you were going to leave the slots on it for the retro look! Looks like a great start to another project.

01-21-2008, 08:53 PM	#9
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap That`s gonna be nice.I can never decide on one set of wheels.It makes sense to just have a few choices. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

01-21-2008, 10:44 PM	#10
72armyswbtruck Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Idaho Posts: 4,033	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap Man that is gonna be a nice swap __________________ "Remember, They can Kill You, but they can't eat You, That's against the law!!!!!!!!!"

01-21-2008, 11:51 PM	#11
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap Great looking project! Good luck on the build __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

01-22-2008, 01:16 AM	#12
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,715	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap Another great project!! I am just finishing up another body swap truck too, hope to have some pics today! __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

01-23-2008, 01:58 AM	#14
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,715	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap Ya, Its was the Ochre one. I got it running last night, just needs the bumpers put back on!! I just "set" the body on it Sat evening, then started bolting bown the body and putting it back together on Sunday about noon and had it running by 9. Ill get some pics today __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

01-23-2008, 06:07 AM	#15
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,715	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap Not the best pics, but here it is, Attached Images __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

01-23-2008, 07:42 AM	#16
Hittman Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Maryville, MO Posts: 49	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap Looks like a solid truck to work with. I too am anxious to see your progress. Your blue and white one looks sweet! That was a swap? I am somewhat new here and have recently purchased a '71 3/4 ton frame thats been all gone through. I plan to take my current '70 3/4 ton 4 speed 2x body and swap onto this frame. Trouble is this frame was originally set up for an auto. I have a 4 speed and a Rockwell from a '69 including the crossmember etc. My understanding is that the holes for the crossmember are a few inches off due to the '71 being set up for the 205. I have been told there is no way around re-drilling holes or locate '71/'72 parts. Do any of you have any input on this? Just previous to purchasing this frame I got all new exhaust put on my 2x. I would imagine the transfer case will now interfere with this. I believe my manifolds dump out at an angle as opposed to the ones that dump straight down. Is there any way around this on a 4x4 chassis? I would like to give this a 2-4" lift to give it a good stance. What's the best method (yet economical) to go about this? One more question regarding the gear ratio's of K20's - can I assume they are all 4:10's or 4:56's? I haven't checked these yet but it would be great if they were under 4:10's. Anybody know? Thanks! By the way, we have had that white crap on the ground for 2 solid months now! Sucks for trying to get projects like this done. __________________ 1970 C20 350 4-Speed no options but only 56K original miles.....Now a K20 mutt with a SB400! 2002 Impala LS (wife's car)

01-24-2008, 02:38 PM	#17
Down south truckin Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Lilburn Georgia Posts: 1,240	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap Hittman, I'm no expert on all this I'm just starting to figure all the 4x4 stuff out My blue truck was a body swap it was a 85,000 mile 1/2 ton 2wd thanks for the compliment. on the crossmember issue I would think that the right holes would be drilled from the factory but like i said I'm pretty new at the 4x4 stuff. I would think that the exhaust would be different on the 2wd you may could find a shop that would use the rear part of the system and just re-run the head pipes. There are some cheap lift kits on e-bay from time to time expect to pay 400-500 for a basic 4 inch lift sometimes you can find used ones on this message board on the gearing every 71-72 3/4 ton 4x4 that I've dealt with had 4.11 gears in them but I would believe that any gear ratio could have been ordered DST Last edited by Down south truckin; 01-24-2008 at 02:38 PM.

01-25-2008, 07:38 AM	#18
Hittman Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Maryville, MO Posts: 49	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap Thanks for your input DST. I am anxious to get started on it. I should be picking up the frame next week. Now I just have to figure out the logistics of transfering all the parts. The weather has not been too friendly around these parts lately and doesn't look like it will break any time soon. How soon are you planning to swap the "new" one? I'll look forward to seeing your progress. I hope post with my progress if I can just get this project jump started. Good luck! By the way - how does one attach photos to a post? I am rather illiterate with these things. Thanks Chris __________________ 1970 C20 350 4-Speed no options but only 56K original miles.....Now a K20 mutt with a SB400! 2002 Impala LS (wife's car)



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01-25-2008, 08:44 AM	#19
Down south truckin Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Lilburn Georgia Posts: 1,240	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap Hittman on the last one we used a 2 post to lift the cab+frontend off and we manually lifted the bed. to post pictures click the post reply link then scroll down and click manage attachments then a new window will open click brouse then scroll through you pictures until you find the one you want to post and click it then click upload and it will post them but the resizing is what is a pain hopefully they will be small enough to post DST

01-25-2008, 04:44 PM	#20
theoneandonly Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Fayetteville NC Posts: 102	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap I am planning on converting my C20 to K20 when I return from this deployment so I was wondering if you could do me some favors. Could you take a few pics of the rear section of the frame and some measurements like how far the spring hanger is from body mounts? I am going to use the DIY4x4 brackets for the front but with mine being a coil sprig rear I need to know where the hangers go. Thanks __________________ SSG Jeffery Ahlheim 586th Network Support Company, 525th BfSB US Army, FT Bragg, NC 2009 Chevy Silverado LT ext cab 5.3L If you don't stand behind our troops, please feel free to stand in front of them.

01-26-2008, 07:38 AM	#21
Hittman Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Maryville, MO Posts: 49	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap Well here is my old C-20 in it's current 2x4 state. Yes, it's all original - dents and all. It was a farm truck most of it's life. The clock shows about 57K right now and still runs like a top. Floors are solid and no rust through anywhere except on the rockers. The bed floor has some issues too but I hope to locate another bed at some point. Attached Images __________________ 1970 C20 350 4-Speed no options but only 56K original miles.....Now a K20 mutt with a SB400! 2002 Impala LS (wife's car)

01-26-2008, 10:12 AM	#23
Down south truckin Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Lilburn Georgia Posts: 1,240	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap Hittman,That truck will look great as a 4x4

01-26-2008, 02:10 PM	#25
Down south truckin Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Lilburn Georgia Posts: 1,240	Re: check out my new project k-20 body swap Hooray I got a deal on a set of bucket seats and am thinking about putting them in this truck,and was wondering which covers would you use the correct scroll pattern or the houndstooth covers,I've done this before only to chicken out at the last minute and sell the buckets and use a bench,but if i cover these in saddle they wouldn't be so easy to sell what do you think bench or bucket? scroll or houndstooth? thanks Mike Attached Images

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