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EA69TRK · 11-25-2009, 11:33 PM

Thats a great truck you got nice to see another high schooler on here plus one from Cali. I'm a sophmore right now in hs and been workn on my truck for about two years now off and on but its almost there. Keep up the good work.

**Dan in Pasadena** · 11-26-2009, 01:14 AM

Jesse,
I love your truck, man. That is a great starting point. Its EXACTLY what I was looking for before I found my '46. You're a lucky young guy, congratulations.

I didn't read through your entire thread so I don't know what your plans for it are, but if you're like most young guys you are thinking of MORE POWER. I can relate, but the straight six can look cool too. And if your budget doesn't let you think about it seriously then I have a suggestion that I personally think is SO damn nice. I got these pictures from this site. This engine is a 292 and the truck is a '68 obviously but fully pimped out appearance wise.

Anyway, you could easily duplicate this with a LOT of elbow grease, some select parts off Craigslist, maybe a polishing wheel from Harbor Freight and some Krylon. Hope it gives you ideas. Best, Dan

JesseH13 · 11-26-2009, 03:37 AM

THAT truck looks great im not into power so i guess im not like most kids my age.
im into lower

lt704 · 11-26-2009, 08:51 AM

Hi Jesse, thanks for the update and pitcures keep going.

CUSTOM_1O · 11-26-2009, 02:37 PM

just checkin up on your build man lookin good
bags and power bags and power =)

kinda sucks for me neither of them go hand n hand lol

JesseH13 · 11-26-2009, 02:56 PM

lol nah im koo with my 307

bigguy69 · 11-26-2009, 06:06 PM

looks good! congrats!

**Dan in Pasadena** · 11-26-2009, 09:29 PM

Jesse, I think the 307 will have plenty of power for you if it's not worn to the point of needing a rebuild. Even if it does, a mostly stock rebuild using a kit from someplace like PAW is pretty cheap. Just a nice dual plane intake manifold, headers & HEI will make it a solid runner mechanically. Personally, I'd clean it up too and put "go fast" accessories like polished valve covers on it, but that's just my $.02. Best, Dan

j_cst_10 · 11-27-2009, 02:45 AM

hopefully you were a well informed buyer, but the spid indicates it was originally a 127" wheel base which means long bed. Nice truck though, should make for a good project.

EDIT: Sorry didn't see that you caught it was a lwb. I vote big block.

JesseH13 · 11-27-2009, 04:21 AM

yeah it was converted. from a long bed to short bed.

**KevsClassics** · 11-27-2009, 05:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JesseH13

yeah it was converted. from a long bed to short bed.

Hey Yepo you should have posted this pic first.

BluTrukker · 11-27-2009, 10:33 AM

Congrats on your truck! I'm sure its gonna be a showstopper! Where can I find the "thriftmaster" decals that are on the valve covers? Are they original? Who reproduces them? I have a base 307, and I would like to put them on if it was that way from the factory.

JesseH13 · 11-27-2009, 10:35 PM

im actually not sure about those decals to be honest ill do some researching
i am going to put some other valve covers on.

JesseH13 · 11-29-2009, 12:23 AM

got a lil more done to it today. just took off wheels clean brakes and what not not much painted the frame and the botttom of engine and oil pan looks cleaner.
doing it slowly.

my67chevytruck · 11-29-2009, 12:49 AM

looking good....

JesseH13 · 11-30-2009, 02:48 PM

yeah doing it it slowly right now just got to get some money gathered together so i can buy some stuff for the body work of my truck.

JesseH13 · 12-28-2009, 12:48 AM

lately i havnt post anything on my truck but i got a carburetor for my engine and the intake manifold.saving up to get my primer

have pics up once i start working on it possibly this week. and for xmas my dad bought me my marker light sheetmetal fillers =]
67 C10 HERE I COME =DDDD

echo72 · 12-28-2009, 01:15 AM

Wow! That's a nice project truck. What engine and trans. option is in it?

JesseH13 · 12-28-2009, 01:45 AM

307 3 on the tree..
pretty soon be droping in a 700r4

adpostel · 12-28-2009, 02:03 AM

Chiming in from H-Town, Good Luck on your build, you have a great looking truck. Many of us could only dream of having the resources and facilities that you have at your age. Its really good that you are taking advantage of it. I will keep up with your build. You got plenty of "ganas" so I'm sure it will end up fabulous.......

adpostel
Houston, TX

JesseH13 · 12-28-2009, 11:53 PM

thank you im planning to do alot of stuff over this break bkuz i been working alot at my dads trying to save up my money to get it primered and when ever my dad was time i can put it on the lift at his work and put in my 2 inch lowering blockes =]

JesseH13 · 12-28-2009, 11:53 PM

Have pics up tomorrow

pearsonhoss · 12-29-2009, 12:02 AM

nice truck man remindes me of my first one i had 4 on the floor with 327

JesseH13 · 12-30-2009, 02:09 AM

stripped all molding off it looking better ready to be welded in and given a clean look
waiting for my marker plates to come in.
here some pics.

SPECIAL THANKS TO MY DAD PRETTY MUCH A SPONSER
<br>

already installed super 44's
<br>

REMOVED MOLDING
<br>

JesseH13 · 12-31-2009, 03:41 AM

well today my dad asked me would i rather make sure the truck is running fine and not put in the new intake carburetor and 700r4 in right now and just do my body work i chose to do that before doing my body work.
so the plans on a 67 are on hold until "crooked" get a tune up =]]

11-25-2009, 11:33 PM	#26
EA69TRK Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Sacramento,California Posts: 323	Re: My 68 c10 Thats a great truck you got nice to see another high schooler on here plus one from Cali. I'm a sophmore right now in hs and been workn on my truck for about two years now off and on but its almost there. Keep up the good work.

11-26-2009, 01:14 AM	#27
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,351	Re: My 68 c10 Jesse, I love your truck, man. That is a great starting point. Its EXACTLY what I was looking for before I found my '46. You're a lucky young guy, congratulations. I didn't read through your entire thread so I don't know what your plans for it are, but if you're like most young guys you are thinking of MORE POWER. I can relate, but the straight six can look cool too. And if your budget doesn't let you think about it seriously then I have a suggestion that I personally think is SO damn nice. I got these pictures from this site. This engine is a 292 and the truck is a '68 obviously but fully pimped out appearance wise. Anyway, you could easily duplicate this with a LOT of elbow grease, some select parts off Craigslist, maybe a polishing wheel from Harbor Freight and some Krylon. Hope it gives you ideas. Best, Dan Attached Images

11-26-2009, 03:37 AM	#28
JesseH13 AMBITION Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fresno Ca Posts: 389	Re: My 68 c10 THAT truck looks great im not into power so i guess im not like most kids my age. im into lower __________________ 1979 Nova-daily-R.I.P 1976 c10 "daily"- 1968 c10 -project CROOKED68 (PROJECT) Last edited by JesseH13; 11-26-2009 at 04:44 AM.

11-26-2009, 08:51 AM	#29
lt704 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Berkley, Massachusetts Posts: 235	Re: My 68 c10 Hi Jesse, thanks for the update and pitcures keep going.

11-26-2009, 02:37 PM	#30
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11-26-2009, 02:56 PM	#31
JesseH13 AMBITION Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fresno Ca Posts: 389	Re: My 68 c10 lol nah im koo with my 307 __________________ 1979 Nova-daily-R.I.P 1976 c10 "daily"- 1968 c10 -project CROOKED68 (PROJECT) Last edited by JesseH13; 12-28-2009 at 12:57 AM.

11-26-2009, 06:06 PM	#32
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11-26-2009, 09:29 PM	#33
Dan in Pasadena Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Glendora, CA Posts: 6,351	Re: My 68 c10 Jesse, I think the 307 will have plenty of power for you if it's not worn to the point of needing a rebuild. Even if it does, a mostly stock rebuild using a kit from someplace like PAW is pretty cheap. Just a nice dual plane intake manifold, headers & HEI will make it a solid runner mechanically. Personally, I'd clean it up too and put "go fast" accessories like polished valve covers on it, but that's just my $.02. Best, Dan Last edited by Dan in Pasadena; 11-26-2009 at 09:32 PM.

11-27-2009, 02:45 AM	#34
j_cst_10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 592	Re: My 68 c10 hopefully you were a well informed buyer, but the spid indicates it was originally a 127" wheel base which means long bed. Nice truck though, should make for a good project. EDIT: Sorry didn't see that you caught it was a lwb. I vote big block. Last edited by j_cst_10; 11-27-2009 at 02:48 AM.

11-27-2009, 04:21 AM	#35
JesseH13 AMBITION Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fresno Ca Posts: 389	Re: My 68 c10 yeah it was converted. from a long bed to short bed. __________________ 1979 Nova-daily-R.I.P 1976 c10 "daily"- 1968 c10 -project CROOKED68 (PROJECT)

11-27-2009, 10:33 AM	#37
BluTrukker BOHICA Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Stewartville, MN Posts: 440	Re: My 68 c10 Congrats on your truck! I'm sure its gonna be a showstopper! Where can I find the "thriftmaster" decals that are on the valve covers? Are they original? Who reproduces them? I have a base 307, and I would like to put them on if it was that way from the factory. __________________ Trying to save someone from their own stupidity is like teaching a pig to dance. It is a waste of your time, and it annoys the pig! Last edited by BluTrukker; 11-27-2009 at 10:34 AM.

11-27-2009, 10:35 PM	#38
JesseH13 AMBITION Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fresno Ca Posts: 389	Re: My 68 c10 im actually not sure about those decals to be honest ill do some researching i am going to put some other valve covers on. __________________ 1979 Nova-daily-R.I.P 1976 c10 "daily"- 1968 c10 -project CROOKED68 (PROJECT) Last edited by JesseH13; 11-29-2009 at 12:21 AM.

11-29-2009, 12:23 AM	#39
JesseH13 AMBITION Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fresno Ca Posts: 389	Re: My 68 c10 got a lil more done to it today. just took off wheels clean brakes and what not not much painted the frame and the botttom of engine and oil pan looks cleaner. doing it slowly. __________________ 1979 Nova-daily-R.I.P 1976 c10 "daily"- 1968 c10 -project CROOKED68 (PROJECT)

11-29-2009, 12:49 AM	#40
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11-30-2009, 02:48 PM	#41
JesseH13 AMBITION Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fresno Ca Posts: 389	Re: My 68 c10 yeah doing it it slowly right now just got to get some money gathered together so i can buy some stuff for the body work of my truck. __________________ 1979 Nova-daily-R.I.P 1976 c10 "daily"- 1968 c10 -project CROOKED68 (PROJECT)



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12-28-2009, 12:48 AM	#42
JesseH13 AMBITION Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fresno Ca Posts: 389	Re: My 68 c10 lately i havnt post anything on my truck but i got a carburetor for my engine and the intake manifold.saving up to get my primer have pics up once i start working on it possibly this week. and for xmas my dad bought me my marker light sheetmetal fillers =] 67 C10 HERE I COME =DDDD __________________ 1979 Nova-daily-R.I.P 1976 c10 "daily"- 1968 c10 -project CROOKED68 (PROJECT) Last edited by JesseH13; 12-28-2009 at 12:49 AM.

12-28-2009, 01:15 AM	#43
echo72 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Hampton, GA Posts: 76	Re: My 68 c10 Wow! That's a nice project truck. What engine and trans. option is in it? __________________ Every day is a challenge. Keep on truckin! 1972 Chevy Cheyenne LWB 350 engine TH400.

12-28-2009, 01:45 AM	#44
JesseH13 AMBITION Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fresno Ca Posts: 389	Re: My 68 c10 307 3 on the tree.. pretty soon be droping in a 700r4 __________________ 1979 Nova-daily-R.I.P 1976 c10 "daily"- 1968 c10 -project CROOKED68 (PROJECT)

12-28-2009, 02:03 AM	#45
adpostel New Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 132	Re: My 68 c10 Chiming in from H-Town, Good Luck on your build, you have a great looking truck. Many of us could only dream of having the resources and facilities that you have at your age. Its really good that you are taking advantage of it. I will keep up with your build. You got plenty of "ganas" so I'm sure it will end up fabulous....... adpostel Houston, TX __________________ 1968 C10 LWB Project 454/400 http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2417713

12-28-2009, 11:53 PM	#46
JesseH13 AMBITION Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fresno Ca Posts: 389	Re: My 68 c10 thank you im planning to do alot of stuff over this break bkuz i been working alot at my dads trying to save up my money to get it primered and when ever my dad was time i can put it on the lift at his work and put in my 2 inch lowering blockes =] __________________ 1979 Nova-daily-R.I.P 1976 c10 "daily"- 1968 c10 -project CROOKED68 (PROJECT)

12-28-2009, 11:53 PM	#47
JesseH13 AMBITION Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fresno Ca Posts: 389	Re: My 68 c10 Have pics up tomorrow __________________ 1979 Nova-daily-R.I.P 1976 c10 "daily"- 1968 c10 -project CROOKED68 (PROJECT)

12-29-2009, 12:02 AM	#48
pearsonhoss Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: pearl ms. Posts: 30	Re: My 68 c10 nice truck man remindes me of my first one i had 4 on the floor with 327

12-30-2009, 02:09 AM	#49
JesseH13 AMBITION Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fresno Ca Posts: 389	Re: My 68 c10 stripped all molding off it looking better ready to be welded in and given a clean look waiting for my marker plates to come in. here some pics. SPECIAL THANKS TO MY DAD PRETTY MUCH A SPONSER <br> already installed super 44's <br> REMOVED MOLDING <br> __________________ 1979 Nova-daily-R.I.P 1976 c10 "daily"- 1968 c10 -project CROOKED68 (PROJECT) Last edited by JesseH13; 12-31-2009 at 03:39 AM.

12-31-2009, 03:41 AM	#50
JesseH13 AMBITION Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Fresno Ca Posts: 389	Re: My 68 c10 well today my dad asked me would i rather make sure the truck is running fine and not put in the new intake carburetor and 700r4 in right now and just do my body work i chose to do that before doing my body work. so the plans on a 67 are on hold until "crooked" get a tune up =]] __________________ 1979 Nova-daily-R.I.P 1976 c10 "daily"- 1968 c10 -project CROOKED68 (PROJECT)

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