Mr. Hyde's Ride
 

just picked up this 68 for 1000$

here are some pictures of the cab and bed
http://i.imgur.com/TyfVKl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/ydlgul.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/3kzVzl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/izTZyl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/wDV2Il.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/530Axl.jpg

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http://i.imgur.com/4APdLl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/Ixsm0l.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/Adbzhl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/jSmxll.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/kth0gl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/xz1oFl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/2hBFql.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/dKH9al.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/Ed8dTl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/ba4Lfl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/tqAghl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/dPIdzl.jpg

Now for a bunch of parts i have in boxes right now.

http://i.imgur.com/LACnzl.jpg?1

http://i.imgur.com/Voo8Ol.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/VTLhYl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/j4zBOl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/CcCdNl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/dHFJYl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/r4hFnl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/1b65Fl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/fBki4l.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/ubE7sl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/bQH7Ul.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/gxUK1l.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/7IX2Ul.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/Mjvvnl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/oDlhyl.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/eXhHwl.jpg

Questions comment i appreciate it all, fram is sandblasted and coated in rustoleum and stock suspension drum brakes

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Looks like a start ! Keep us updated with picture !

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This has the potential to be one of the most epic before/after projects ever.

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I like to think of it as a kit car, just more cleaning and painting haha and fixing rust
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lol, a big model !!

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exactly except its gonna haul ass :P

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the guy i bought the truck off of was actually my old automotive teacher he decided to include an old progress album that he put together of the from so here are some picture of the pictures to give you an idea of the shape of the frame

http://i.imgur.com/Nz2KXl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/WTPlXl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/9LAAzl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/sDIznl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/NA3NSl.jpg

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now i have to make some decisions here with the frame.

1. Disc brakes all around or just front? and is there a cheaper way of getting this done?
2. Color of motor
3. Drop in a 4 or keep the 3 on the floor
4. How to drop it cheap? cut the springs or get the proper spindle and drop spring?
5. Still fighting myself over what color over all. I really like satin black but i find that fairly common.
6. i know its a chevy but comes with the gmc grill should i rock that to confuse people or should i sell the gmc and look for the chevy bits and pieces

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Just got more parts. Including a dual master cylinder, another 4 barrel carb, electric fan, some ugly bucket seats out of a van I think I'll stick with the bench.. Two 6" alpine type s speakers and few idea you guys will either like or hate.
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Ok so here is a weird question, as the truck stands it is a complete rolling chassis but I have no cherry picker just an engine stand. Now I'm wonder without the cab on is it possible to drop in a block and build it directly on the chassis from the ground up?
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I been working on mine for 3 months and I still don't have a rolling chassic.

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Ya but I can't take any credit. I didn't do the frame he did I will be dropping it though, and adding disc brakes after the safety
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looks like it could have a small rust issue but the frame looks great and I feel sure the truck will follow in the frames footsteps.

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where do you see the rust issues? and thank you hopefully i can make a sweet rod out of it

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O referring to the cab ya haha a little bit
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The frame is officially in the garage it's time to put on what I can now.
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Looks good
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Btw I would do the front disc convert before your at the safety mode,it's much easier without the body and everything in the way.
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Ya? Ok we'll ill look into cost etc and it wouldn't effect the safety at all?
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It won't effect your safety because its a brake upgrade with OEM parts and should not cause you issue. Even aftermarket brakes will pass most of my friends have done this with no problems.
I did my total swap for less than 500 with all new rotors,bearings,calipers,lines,pads,and upper and lower ball joints and outer tie rod ends. Only my spindles were used off a 84 gmc 1/2 ton. I was able to retain my original master cyl without problems as well.
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So what did you do exactly cuz ill want to do front and back then for that price. And I'm assuming I won't be able to drop it for safety?
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That didn't include doing the rear brakes disc. I left my backs drum,I should have stated that in my last post. As for the drop most inspectors will fail suspension drop vehicles due to most not passing the minimum ride height. Rear disc really don't do all that extra stopping for regular driving conditions. If your towing or racing its more appealing IMHO.
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Well on the highway ill wanna open'er up a bit ;) but for city driving and cruising I know what you mean. So that 500$ would be both rotors pads calipers spindles hub and lines I assume?
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I can see that is gonna be a cool truck when your done. Don't give up. Get it done. Enjoy!

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Yes
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Thanks I plan on breaking it into a few smaller projects. Frame and suspension, drive train, body work, interior work
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Ya I'm just breaking it into smaller parts frame,drivetrain,body, interior etc each one is a seperate project haha
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smaller task make benchmarks for completion that will help keep morale up and spirits high.

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Oh an just as a idea what do you guys think about flat black with gloss black racing stripes?
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I doubt that would show up well maybe try a grey gloss imho
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That's kind of the Idea behind it is the subtlety. Also wondering I anyone knows where I can find the dust cover for the hanger bearing or is there only one in the front?
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ok so i was rushed at work to type this stuff, let me clarify. Is there only one bearing dust cover or two on the hanger bearing? and is there any guides on building the stock transmission?

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Idk about the dust cover but as far as rebuilding your trans which from the pic looks like a sm465,I would not go into that if your not familiar with them. The clutch and stuff is straight forward though if your mechanically inclined. It all depends on your automotive skill level. But there are books on how to rebuild them to be read. Those transmissions are about as bullet proof as they get. Do you know it to be in need of rebuilding or do you just want to as a precaution.
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More or less so I can get the linkages right and make sure I build that portion of the drive train correctly. He said the transmission was rebuilt but we all know what that means.. And as for the support bearing ill post a picture to give you guys an idea of what I mean.
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I was wondering if anyone has blue prints for the hidden hitch?
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Just got the motor it's a 283.. Not what was expected but o well. What's the best I can do for this motor for hp torque or high reving? I want to squeal some tires
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Well 283's aren't really known as torquey engines. The worst thing you can do to a 283 is over cam them. I built many in the 90's and they are awesome power plants. My advice is an rv style camshaft of 420 or less lift and some 305 small valve heads. This will give the best throttle response and still be able to smoke the tires some. Your granny sm465 isn't the best choice for a fast shifting tire smoking truck anyway IMHO.
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ya I`ve already started looking for a 4 speed transmission and a guy at work has one for sale for 300$ so i might just on that in a bit. I`ll ask him what kind of transmission it is monday. in the mean time here are some pictures.

the dust cap I`m looking for, i assume its fairly important
http://i.imgur.com/rpsrRl.jpg

and some pictures of the motor, what would be a good cleaner for this greasy thing
http://i.imgur.com/JnIsBl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/4a4vtl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/Ed6kvl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/ZoEbUl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/ehTVql.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/QXafZl.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/4YBWrl.jpg

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To me it looks as though that engine might need an overbore due to the rust and galling in the cylinders. So I would not bother to clean it,the machine shop will have to hot tank that block anyhow.
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how much is it roughly for that type of work?