1968 c20 right hand drive build thread
 

Hi all well i am part of c10forum.com and found out about this site through a member on there and figured I'd start a build thread for all you guys to see,enjoy,and throw in your 2 cents.
To start I own a 1968 Chevy C20 and the list of modifications are as follows-
z'ed frame 4 inches
22 inch Veloche Villano rims
full air ride suspension consisting of firestone bags, 3 viair compressors,5 gallon tank,8-1/2 inch valves,10 switch box,4 link rear end
fully shaved firewall
right hand drive conversion made to look original and factory down to the last bolt and rubber bump stop
1993 Camaro Z28 rear end 3.73 gears and posi
1968 Chevy Corvette fuelie engine full head and engine block is numbers matching original fuelie motor
saginaw 3 speed trans
alot of chrome and billet parts all over and a few power adders
anything else you might see in the pics
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ps all patch panels are installed new cab corners on both sides new rockers on both sides new rear pillars and rear inner rocker/floor pieces oh and forgot to mention this has 1971 c10 front suspension with disc brakes ask all questions and i have like 100 pictures or more of this build just ask for it

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Nice rig. Looks like your interior is backwards though. :lol:

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thanks thats what i was going for i even kept the cigarette lighter delete and original key hole but i mirrored it:)

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her we go more stuff i did this today i welded in a rear bed patch panel in the front fender so it sits even with the back http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/o...ynights015.jpghttp://i365.photobucket.com/albums/o...ynights016.jpghttp://i365.photobucket.com/albums/o...ynights017.jpg

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havent been on in awhile but long story short it will be painted with a t5 by spring yea buddy

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I had the right hand drive idea running in my head, I'm happy to see someone actually do it. Looks great! Have you driven it any?

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yea i was diven it all summe up until last month it is a blast
http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/o...sr/dvd1023.jpg

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also alot more stuff like art lower arms are in the mix an edelbrock endura shine manifold and polished holley carb and a new cab floor

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Nice project! I have never seen anyone do the fender mod before, great idea.

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thanks alot btw the bed is sitting to high on the right side for some reason it actually is an inch to high in pichttp://i365.photobucket.com/albums/o..._6523165_n.jpg

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That's pretty amazing. We have several members here from the UK, and I don't recall seeing even any of them attempting to do a RHD conversion. I'll bet some of them might be interested in learning more about yours though.

Ray

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i build em one and have it shipped over

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if still following c10forum.com would be the site to follow this truck it takes to much to update both forums

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Awesome! cant wait to see it done. Keep up the good work.

DZL1.

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Nice job on the truck, Don't mean to be critical but I noticed the steering D shaft is welded, Just making you aware that the reason it telescopes is so on an impact it colapses rather than the steering shaft impaling the driver
Would hate to see someone get hurt

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wow... how did I mis this one?
Awesome!

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since c10forum has a jerk off for a moderater I convert to this site for a build thread easy for them to delete a 3 year build thread. Why because I sold a pair of lower control arms for 50shipped right around the time.I was going through a bad family deal lost almost everything. So people can judge me for 50 bucks but I pm the guy a few days ago and got his address for payment and he will receive. Back to another build thread. BTW c10forum is so mature that the moderator says banned because i am a douce bag. He dont even know me ****ing jerkoff!!!!

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There will be no more pictures of this truck every one can go screw off if they wanna see it then come to a north east car show. Since a few years of my life is now lost on there dont have half the pictures and lots of info lost because no reason at all. I'm getting jacked on someones for sale thread, I come in and say "hey everyone quit posting on this thread for bull **** and start posting if your serious" that all i say

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bdydrppedc10 we appreciate your bringing the build over here. Lets leave the drama to the other site and get on with your pics...:metal:

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I think you'll find this site's attitude different than that other site.
I would just like to see any new pics of your truck.
I'd also like to see some pics of the front suspension, if you have a chance to get some new pics.

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this is it left hand drive 3 years ago http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/o...latroca009.jpg

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and here is alot of pictures all in order from sart to finish truck is almost done http://i365.photobucket.com/albums/o...csframe001.jpghttp://i365.photobucket.com/albums/o...kittens021.jpghttp://i365.photobucket.com/albums/o.../wowrhd038.jpghttp://i365.photobucket.com/albums/o...lpics11031.jpghttp://i365.photobucket.com/albums/o...lpics11033.jpg

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yes corner was not fully bolted tight and 1 light adjuster screw is missing lol in last pic but this truck has about 40 different mods or new parts on it and almost all the body work is done and it is painted orange with orange metalli flake in it. If ya wanna see this truck catch me at some north east car shows.

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oh and btw i drive this all over and it will not be trailered to shows or else its by aaa

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anyone with any questions feel free to ask

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it sure is really diffent

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Truck Info
Manufacturer: chevy
Year: 1968
Suspension type: air
Front Brakes: disc 71 truck
Modifications:too many
Rear Brakes:93 camaro z28 complete rear axle swap
Steering:right hand
Rear differential type / Gears:solid 3.73
Tire and Wheel Size 22s 245/35/22


Body
Color Scheme:orange
Bodyman: me
Modifications:shave rain gutters,sectioned and lowered front fenders,shaved cowl,smooth hand made firewall,raised bed floor,roll pan,ya da ya da ya da
Paint Type: ppg
Painter:me

Interior
Color: orange/green/mint all original except the orange
Material:factory
Upholsterer:factory
Wiring:factory
Modifications:
Steering wheel/Column:factory painted
Stereo/Speakers/Amps:
Air Conditioning: smoker windows
Instrument Gauges: yes factory accesorie with custom air gauge where a blank hole was

Engine
Cubic Inch: 327
Manufacturer: gm
Camshaft: crane
Cylinder heads: fuelie 2.02/1.60 double hump no accessorie hole
Valve Covers:62 vette
Intake Manifold: holley contender
Ignition System: hei accel
Exhaust type: dual 2.5inch,hedman headers, hooker mufflers
Carburetor or Fuel Injection: holley 750 double pumper and holley 110gph fuel pump

Transmission
Automatic / Standard: 5 speed manual, t5 out of a v8 camaro
Torque Converter: hell no
Modifications:stage 2 ram hdx clutch,16lb flywheel,
Shifter type:
Drive Shaft:1 factory the other is a cpp slip shaft

Biography
What is your name? vince
Please share a few things about yourself. (Bio, family, background, hobbies, your favorite pizza topping, your favorite vacation spot, etc)
How long have you owned your truck? 3+ years
What made you decide to buy this truck? I love chevys and orange is my favorite color. p.s this is 3 seperate trucks in one.
How do you store your truck, at home, garage, outside etc? What do you enjoy about your truck the most? I store it at my mechanic shop to show we do classic cars and my favorite part of my truck is when the steering wheel is inside my hands.
Who or what was your biggest influence in building your truck? myself
What has been the biggest obstacle you have faced in working on your project? How did you/do you handle it? money and time
What/who is you favorite/best part source? my family
What are some things have helped your project to be a success? my patient family
What is the history behind your truck? 3rd owner I have every piece of paper work since this left the dealer,even the guys business card who sold him the truck,stored outside 6 years by 2nd owner after 1st owner died he stored inside forever(68 chevy)
What do you use your truck for? (hauling, cruising, daily driver,shows, drag racing, work truck, mudding etc): business and shows
What is your favorite memory with your truck? all of em
Whats your favorite modification done to truck and why? air ride suspension because it works 100% of the time and it doesnt leak any air after 2+ years ofthe air ride sucking wind!!!
If you had one thing to do over on your build, what would it be and why? nothing
What are your future plans for your truck? finish it and continue to drive the wheels off this *****
What words of advice do you have to people who are just starting out with their project? Dont try to be half ass 4 link kits are the way to go not panhard bars and drop blocks with air bags. And dont bite off more then you can chew all at once because you will never get your project done. Keep catalogs ,notebooks and a pen and make lists with prices of a single mod from start to finish total cost so you dont over set the project list. And fianlly patience is key rome wasnt built in a day.I drove this truck right hand drive 2 years in a row on a 3 year build so it can be done you can drive and build your projects just gotta be like me and drive it butt ugly for 2 years lol

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rci fuel cell under raised bed floor,hydraulic clutch set up,dual power brake from cpp,cpp polyurethane carrier bearing,mc caughys drop spindles, michigan metal works flat plate control arms 1 of 1 that i had custom made for me only!! polished adjuster sleeves on tie rods,metallic dark green frame rails,chrome engine cradles,chrome hitachi mini starter,dual viair 480 pack, 8 smc 3/8 valves, 1/2 inch air line, 160 on/200 off pressure switch, fbss pancake see saw etc on switch box, slam specialties air bags re8 up front and an re7 in back no not a typo i got huge backs in front,fully tucked brake lines and air lines in engine bay, full factory interior mint original unmolested seat with 20k miles on it, dashboard also has flip flopped cig lighter and key hole they are different size and style holes,glove box opens and is factory with light and bump stops cant even tel it was cut,tinted front vent window and door glass custom made, shaved rain gutters,shaved rear seam, shaved side markers,shaved front grill markers, way to much of my life invested in this thing but I love her

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are you still using a steering gear box....

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yes a factory 69 power steering unit but it is getting plugged off was thinken power steering but after 2 years of ups and downs. I decided to put my alternator there instead lol.

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Great Job on the RH drive conversion.
Keep the progress pics coming!

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thank you

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Awesome longbed!