What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter - Page 111 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Rich72C10 · 03-06-2022, 01:23 PM

Fresh VR1 oil, filter and greased up all her joints.

Also, painted the inside of my spear wheel, it annoyed me to no end how it looked. Why I didn't do that BEFORE I put the new tire on is beyond me.

cab4word67 · 03-06-2022, 01:50 PM

New mounts in on the 67, and way better ride now. Getting the little bit of length added to the fronts helped a lot. I have my ft shocks on 4/8 and the rears are on 0/2 and the truck has never road so smooth. Very happy with the new Viking shocks and the way it turned out. Truck has 4" drop springs with a 3/4" spacer in ft, rear springs are very messaged to 4 leaf and a flip kit.

Rich72C10 · 03-06-2022, 02:03 PM

That is really nice, the black lines/arms look awesome on that blue frame.

cab4word67 · 03-06-2022, 02:56 PM

Thanks for the comment. This truck has been a runner since I bought it in 1980 and lifted it with 38s then 40s for 40 years. Loved it then and really love it no on the ground now

KQQL IT · 03-06-2022, 08:16 PM

Got PJmorelands dummy filler neck installed.

cab4word67 · 03-07-2022, 01:12 AM

I like that its locking

BrentBTK · 03-08-2022, 08:10 AM

Sat and stared at the crate my new motor arrived in. Rain for the next 2 days and a road trip for work tomorrow are preventing me from even opening it. Very pleased with the dyno results of 385/409 HP/TQ on an advertised 365/401 motor tho.

**Jiggers72-GMC** · 03-08-2022, 08:41 AM

Brent, great numbers man, there's no way I could leave that box alone

BrentBTK · 03-08-2022, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jiggers72-GMC

Brent, great numbers man, there's no way I could leave that box alone

Lol, yeah. It's kinda killing me!! I just can't bring myself to do it with this rain when I can't really get started until after a trip to the office tomorrow. It will be SSybil's final and farthest road trip on the old motor. So, I sit, I stare, I obsess, hehe.

**Steeveedee** · 03-09-2022, 12:40 AM

Man, I really hope that bad boy is sealed away from the rain.

Mike80D · 03-09-2022, 09:14 AM

Replaced dash pad, and glove box in my 68.

67C10Step · 03-09-2022, 11:27 AM

Finished up the heater rebuild and install. Not sure if I got heat but I at least have three fan speeds. Gonna pick up better hose clamps before I get much further.

Started working on installing the new vinyl flooring as well. Lots of trimming and fitting before I am done there. Had to weld up three holes the PO had drilled in the floor to install an early 90's seat. A buddy of mine is making me some custom brackets to use that seat with the factory mounting holes.

Canadian 72 C15 · 03-09-2022, 11:39 AM

Bolted in a vintage Coleman cooler. Sick of things rolling around in the bed.

**Jiggers72-GMC** · 03-09-2022, 12:11 PM

Nice work guys, I like the old cooler idea ......

**pjmoreland** · 03-12-2022, 02:30 AM

Removed my rear end this evening. I had this crazy fantasy that I'd open it up and everything would look great inside. Not so. The axle shafts are pitted and the ring gear has a chunk missing from one tooth. The oil is nice and glittery. I also discovered this rear end isn't original to the truck. It's from a 1970, so it is wider than the original 1968 unit.

I'll be replacing the axles, gears, bearings, seals, and will install an Eaton Posi carrier. I will also be cleaning and painting the exterior.

Redneck Rydes · 03-12-2022, 08:59 AM

Just remember 1970 is a 1 year only on the axles,trust me I know,

**pjmoreland** · 03-12-2022, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Redneck Rydes

Just remember 1970 is a 1 year only on the axles,trust me I know,

I'm finding there are fewer options to choose from.

body bolt · 03-13-2022, 08:10 PM

My quadrajet had been leaking fuel from the bowl so thinking the well plugs were leaking I removed it for repair. Before I removed the well plugs and replaced them I thought I'd better make sure those were the source. I filled the float bowl and let it sit for a couple of hours. No leak. I didn't want to put that carb back on without finding the leak so I figured now would be a good time to try out a Holley 4360 Economaster I rebuilt a while ago. Popped that sucker on it started right away and idled. Did some tweaking on the idle speed and mixture and that was that. I'm going to try heating the quadrajet bowl up to operating temperature and see if that exposes the leak.

cab4word67 · 03-13-2022, 09:11 PM

I spent the last 3 days refinishing my Ironwood box and making a frame to lift the floor 2-1/2" to gain rearend clearance. Made the frame from 1x1 tubing and angle cross bars. Tomorrow I will finish up the end cap. I was beating the center board with that 12 bolt before the bump stops hit in the C notch.

cab4word67 · 03-13-2022, 09:11 PM

I spent the last 3 days refinishing my Ironwood box and making a frame to lift the floor 2-1/2" to gain rearend clearance. Made the frame from 1x1 tubing and angle cross bars. Tomorrow I will finish up the end cap. I was beating the center board with that 12 bolt before the bump stops hit in the C notch.

cab4word67 · 03-13-2022, 09:14 PM

Sorry but I dont see a DELETE button

**Steeveedee** · 03-13-2022, 09:34 PM

Edit one of them, click "Go Advanced", and then click the "delete post". Don't bother with a reason.

**zicc1835** · 03-14-2022, 07:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cab4word67

Sorry but I dont see a DELETE button

It’s ok it’s so pretty we can look twice

**Jiggers72-GMC** · 03-14-2022, 08:38 AM

Nice work on the frame and all Cabman, I like the tie downs you added to the floor.

cab4word67 · 03-14-2022, 04:25 PM

DONE stamped the box lift today. I now have 1/2" more than my C notch will allow at the top of the 12 bolt

03-06-2022, 01:23 PM	#2751
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,687	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Fresh VR1 oil, filter and greased up all her joints. Also, painted the inside of my spear wheel, it annoyed me to no end how it looked. Why I didn't do that BEFORE I put the new tire on is beyond me. Attached Images __________________ Richard *'72 Chevy C10 Cheyenne Super WHT/MED BRONZE/WHT SBC 350 \| TH350 \| LWB \| AC \| Buddy Seats Upgrades:** Tilt \| Front Sway Bar \| Radio \| Sliding Window \| Bed Spare w/Lock Bed Rails \| Full LEDs \| Courtesy Lights \| Tachometer \| Glovebox Lock & Light \| Head Light Relays \| *Upgraded Fully Super Trim

03-06-2022, 01:50 PM	#2752
cab4word67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: portland oregon Posts: 184	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter New mounts in on the 67, and way better ride now. Getting the little bit of length added to the fronts helped a lot. I have my ft shocks on 4/8 and the rears are on 0/2 and the truck has never road so smooth. Very happy with the new Viking shocks and the way it turned out. Truck has 4" drop springs with a 3/4" spacer in ft, rear springs are very messaged to 4 leaf and a flip kit.

03-06-2022, 02:03 PM	#2753
Rich72C10 Mr. Cheyenne Join Date: Jun 2020 Location: Kyle, Texas Posts: 1,687	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter That is really nice, the black lines/arms look awesome on that blue frame. __________________ Richard *'72 Chevy C10 Cheyenne Super WHT/MED BRONZE/WHT SBC 350 \| TH350 \| LWB \| AC \| Buddy Seats Upgrades:** Tilt \| Front Sway Bar \| Radio \| Sliding Window \| Bed Spare w/Lock Bed Rails \| Full LEDs \| Courtesy Lights \| Tachometer \| Glovebox Lock & Light \| Head Light Relays \| *Upgraded Fully Super Trim

03-06-2022, 02:56 PM	#2754
cab4word67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: portland oregon Posts: 184	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Thanks for the comment. This truck has been a runner since I bought it in 1980 and lifted it with 38s then 40s for 40 years. Loved it then and really love it no on the ground now

03-06-2022, 08:16 PM	#2755
KQQL IT At the body shop. Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Land of fruits and nuts. Posts: 5,256	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got PJmorelands dummy filler neck installed. Attached Images __________________ " That didnt make it any newer " " Dont antique the equipment "

03-07-2022, 01:12 AM	#2756
cab4word67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: portland oregon Posts: 184	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I like that its locking

03-08-2022, 08:10 AM	#2757
BrentBTK Registered User Join Date: Nov 2021 Location: Cumming, Ga Posts: 163	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Sat and stared at the crate my new motor arrived in. Rain for the next 2 days and a road trip for work tomorrow are preventing me from even opening it. Very pleased with the dyno results of 385/409 HP/TQ on an advertised 365/401 motor tho. Attached Images

03-08-2022, 08:41 AM	#2758
Jiggers72-GMC Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: up North Posts: 550	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Brent, great numbers man, there's no way I could leave that box alone __________________ Gerry, North Bay Ontario 1971 Chevy K10 short stepper, 518 med green & white 1972 GMC C1500 long box, dark Brown, owned since 1977 1969 GMC C2500 manual

03-09-2022, 12:40 AM	#2760
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,691	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Man, I really hope that bad boy is sealed away from the rain. __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA

03-09-2022, 09:14 AM	#2761
Mike80D Registered User Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: Crab Orchard KY Posts: 282	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Replaced dash pad, and glove box in my 68. Attached Images __________________ 1972 C/10 Highlander “Olive” 1973 C/10 Black & Tan Life’s a garden. Dig it.

03-09-2022, 11:27 AM	#2762
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,475	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Finished up the heater rebuild and install. Not sure if I got heat but I at least have three fan speeds. Gonna pick up better hose clamps before I get much further. Started working on installing the new vinyl flooring as well. Lots of trimming and fitting before I am done there. Had to weld up three holes the PO had drilled in the floor to install an early 90's seat. A buddy of mine is making me some custom brackets to use that seat with the factory mounting holes. Attached Images __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

03-09-2022, 11:39 AM	#2763
Canadian 72 C15 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Hamilton Ontario Posts: 39	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Bolted in a vintage Coleman cooler. Sick of things rolling around in the bed. Attached Images

03-09-2022, 12:11 PM	#2764
Jiggers72-GMC Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: up North Posts: 550	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Nice work guys, I like the old cooler idea ...... __________________ Gerry, North Bay Ontario 1971 Chevy K10 short stepper, 518 med green & white 1972 GMC C1500 long box, dark Brown, owned since 1977 1969 GMC C2500 manual

03-12-2022, 02:30 AM	#2765
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,988	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Removed my rear end this evening. I had this crazy fantasy that I'd open it up and everything would look great inside. Not so. The axle shafts are pitted and the ring gear has a chunk missing from one tooth. The oil is nice and glittery. I also discovered this rear end isn't original to the truck. It's from a 1970, so it is wider than the original 1968 unit. I'll be replacing the axles, gears, bearings, seals, and will install an Eaton Posi carrier. I will also be cleaning and painting the exterior. Attached Images

03-12-2022, 08:59 AM	#2766
Redneck Rydes Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Trenton,Ontario & South Carolina Posts: 755	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Just remember 1970 is a 1 year only on the axles,trust me I know,



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03-13-2022, 08:10 PM	#2768
body bolt Registered User Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico Posts: 474	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter My quadrajet had been leaking fuel from the bowl so thinking the well plugs were leaking I removed it for repair. Before I removed the well plugs and replaced them I thought I'd better make sure those were the source. I filled the float bowl and let it sit for a couple of hours. No leak. I didn't want to put that carb back on without finding the leak so I figured now would be a good time to try out a Holley 4360 Economaster I rebuilt a while ago. Popped that sucker on it started right away and idled. Did some tweaking on the idle speed and mixture and that was that. I'm going to try heating the quadrajet bowl up to operating temperature and see if that exposes the leak.

03-13-2022, 09:11 PM	#2769
cab4word67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: portland oregon Posts: 184	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I spent the last 3 days refinishing my Ironwood box and making a frame to lift the floor 2-1/2" to gain rearend clearance. Made the frame from 1x1 tubing and angle cross bars. Tomorrow I will finish up the end cap. I was beating the center board with that 12 bolt before the bump stops hit in the C notch. Last edited by cab4word67; 03-14-2022 at 12:46 AM.

03-13-2022, 09:11 PM	#2770
cab4word67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: portland oregon Posts: 184	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I spent the last 3 days refinishing my Ironwood box and making a frame to lift the floor 2-1/2" to gain rearend clearance. Made the frame from 1x1 tubing and angle cross bars. Tomorrow I will finish up the end cap. I was beating the center board with that 12 bolt before the bump stops hit in the C notch. Last edited by cab4word67; 03-13-2022 at 09:16 PM. Reason: duplicate post

03-13-2022, 09:14 PM	#2771
cab4word67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: portland oregon Posts: 184	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Sorry but I dont see a DELETE button Last edited by cab4word67; 03-14-2022 at 12:47 AM.

03-13-2022, 09:34 PM	#2772
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,691	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Edit one of them, click "Go Advanced", and then click the "delete post". Don't bother with a reason. __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA

03-14-2022, 08:38 AM	#2774
Jiggers72-GMC Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: up North Posts: 550	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Nice work on the frame and all Cabman, I like the tie downs you added to the floor. __________________ Gerry, North Bay Ontario 1971 Chevy K10 short stepper, 518 med green & white 1972 GMC C1500 long box, dark Brown, owned since 1977 1969 GMC C2500 manual

03-14-2022, 04:25 PM	#2775
cab4word67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2020 Location: portland oregon Posts: 184	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter DONE stamped the box lift today. I now have 1/2" more than my C notch will allow at the top of the 12 bolt

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