Project '67 454
 

I’ve been building this truck for several years now and I think it’s about time I start a build thread.

I purchased this truck in 2007 to build for my son. He is currently 7 years old so we’ve got plenty of time to get it done.

This truck also means a lot to me because I got it from a friend who has since passed away, so “Canzater” this build is dedicated to you.

Below is what the truck looked like when we brought it home and the current status of the build.

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Re: Project '67 454
 

Nice truck and very cool your building it for your son. My son and I also have a 68 SWB project for his first truck.

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that is awsome me and my dad are building my 67

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WOW! Sharp looking truck. Sorry about your friend, I'm sure he would be proud of the way it looks now. Great work!

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I'm considering changing over to a big block any thing you had to do different to mount it in there. Were you able to find headers to fit it?

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Nice build. I am in the process of restoring a '71 BB 454. Lot of work and money, but it has been fun.

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I used the clam shell mounts from a 80 something small block and it went in perfectly. I did have to drill a couple holes for the frame stands but it wasn't a big deal.

My motor sits @ 1/2" from the firewall and has the long water pump on it.

As for headers I had flowtech longtubes (68-87 truck) on there for awhile and they fit with no issues. I took them off and now have Patriot 3/4 Chevelle headers on there.

If possible get all the brackets, pulleys, etc. with the big block as they are all different than the small block.

Also, you'll want to use a 4-row radiator.

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Did you go with a Turbo 400? Was there any issues with that? Right now I have a T350 in there with the small block

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I got a 67 BB project going also. Total rebuild. Keep the pics and info coming.

Re: Project '67 454
 

very good looking truck! Your friend would be pleased!

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I went with the Turbo 350 because that's what was in the truck.

I've test driven the truck through the neighborhood and it runs and pulls fine.

My 454 is relatively mild so it may hold up, if not I will probably go with a 700R4 or 2004R.

If you use your Turbo 350 you may need to get a dual pattern flywheel to connect to the torque converter of the T350.

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Looks great, i really like the smooth firewall