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61_FL_Apache · 05-31-2013, 05:58 PM

Nice job on the truck!! I like the wheels too!!

Swed · 07-21-2013, 02:52 AM

Got a bit of throwback on the truck this week... I wanted to double check the casting no on the engine, just to verify the Previous Owner.

Well.. I found out that the engine is not a 350 as said - it's a 307.. I haven't looked on the heads yet to see what is done there.
I shoulda done this while lookin at the truck but I was too novice at the time..

The power steering isn't working and it's leaking in the output shaft. I hope that the issues are just new sealings (already purchased) and will be installed soon I hope..

So some disappointments..

Other stuff then..
I got a steering column from a 70s burb that ill use for it.

And I'm got a glimpse of an 86 chevy Van that i can get for nearly nothing and my idea is to use parts from it, like wiring, air heater, rear axle etc..
Any opinions on this??
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msgross · 07-21-2013, 04:05 AM

307 isn't all that bad... If you want to make it a real hotrod later on then order a crate engine (383 stroker) and hang on!

As for parts, it really depends on what you want to do with the truck in the future. I'd suggest buying items from here and shipping them (wiring harnass, rear end etc..) just because new products will be cheaper in the long run than something used like that.

If you become a board subscriber then you can post Wanted to Buy (WTB) ads in the parts section. A lot of times guy will donate used items on the forum.

Cool story and glad to have you on the board...

**Captainfab** · 07-22-2013, 12:51 AM

The rear axle from the van will be much too wide for your truck.

The 307's are not a bad engine. They just did not have much power originally, and therefore got a bad reputation with a lot of guys. They are still a small block Chevy, and they do respond to the typical upgrades such as heads, cam, intake, carburator, ignition, etc. There are a couple threads on this forum about building a 307. They are certainly a better engine than a 305.

Here's one of my favorite 307 builds:

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=429865

05-31-2013, 05:58 PM	#26
61_FL_Apache Who Me? Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Royal Palm Beach, FL Posts: 4,067	Re: New purchase on USA trip - 62 Stepside Nice job on the truck!! I like the wheels too!! __________________ Steve 1997 Tahoe LT 4D 2WD (DD) 2001 Blazer 4D 2WD 1961 Apache 10 (sold) 1965 C10 Stepper (sold)

07-21-2013, 02:52 AM	#27
Swed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Sweden - Gävle Posts: 76	Re: New purchase on USA trip - 62 Stepside Got a bit of throwback on the truck this week... I wanted to double check the casting no on the engine, just to verify the Previous Owner. Well.. I found out that the engine is not a 350 as said - it's a 307.. I haven't looked on the heads yet to see what is done there. I shoulda done this while lookin at the truck but I was too novice at the time.. The power steering isn't working and it's leaking in the output shaft. I hope that the issues are just new sealings (already purchased) and will be installed soon I hope.. So some disappointments.. Other stuff then.. I got a steering column from a 70s burb that ill use for it. And I'm got a glimpse of an 86 chevy Van that i can get for nearly nothing and my idea is to use parts from it, like wiring, air heater, rear axle etc.. Any opinions on this?? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Johnny G -----------Vehicles-------------- * Chevrolet C-10 Stepside 1962 * Audi A4 Avant Quattro TDI 2008 * Sachs Compact 50cc 1967

07-21-2013, 04:05 AM	#28
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: New purchase on USA trip - 62 Stepside 307 isn't all that bad... If you want to make it a real hotrod later on then order a crate engine (383 stroker) and hang on! As for parts, it really depends on what you want to do with the truck in the future. I'd suggest buying items from here and shipping them (wiring harnass, rear end etc..) just because new products will be cheaper in the long run than something used like that. If you become a board subscriber then you can post Wanted to Buy (WTB) ads in the parts section. A lot of times guy will donate used items on the forum. Cool story and glad to have you on the board... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

07-22-2013, 12:51 AM	#29
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: New purchase on USA trip - 62 Stepside The rear axle from the van will be much too wide for your truck. The 307's are not a bad engine. They just did not have much power originally, and therefore got a bad reputation with a lot of guys. They are still a small block Chevy, and they do respond to the typical upgrades such as heads, cam, intake, carburator, ignition, etc. There are a couple threads on this forum about building a 307. They are certainly a better engine than a 305. Here's one of my favorite 307 builds: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=429865 __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE Last edited by Captainfab; 07-22-2013 at 01:09 AM.



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