Thanks for all the comments so far.
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Originally Posted by 68bowtie
very cool. black plates and all. i vote for a matching tailgate and original hub caps. how's it running?
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Agree. Whats the deal with the 67 hub caps, are they the clip on style vs. the nub style? I have a freshly powder coated set of econoline 4 nub steelies that I was going to use for my K truck that I wouldnt mind putting on this one or do I need a specific style of wheel to accept the clips when I finally find a set of 67 caps.
Runs good. Fires right up, clutch feels well, tranny feels tight, engine is a little noisy sounding in the top end...im guessing shes a little tired.
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Originally Posted by 68Gold/white
Very nice!!!
Amazed that the seat is intact, and it appears to be rust free.
If it was mine... I'd convert it to 1/2 ton. Front disc brakes. Rear disc is nice, but drums on front only is all you need, my opinion...
I have no use for 6 bangers, other than the big splash they make falling off the river bridge....Power steering is a must...406 small block, no need to do the LS deal.
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Haha I hear ya, but I like the 6 for what I do (running around town). A ton of trucks out there already with whatever flavor of V8 you want. One of my favorite parts about the truck is the column shift, so I have no intention of putting to much HP in front of the 3 speed. If I can acquire another one someday it will be a K series with some form of V8...but probably a gen. 1 sbc.
Whats the incentive to going 1/2 ton? I plan to keep steel wheels so wheel choices dont bother me with the 8 lug. maybe a disk front end down the road but I would probably still keep it all 3/4 ton. The only benefit I see is a wider variety of rear end replacements if you are looking to change up your ratio?
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Originally Posted by Stocker
Looks great! What about a little CLR treatment and clearcoat to help retain that patina?
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Thats my plan. CLR, wet sand, cut and buff and see where that goes. Its over 100 deg. outside right now though so it will be 1 panel at a time. slowly.
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Originally Posted by outfield
Truck looks just right as is, nice score! I'd tune it up and change all the fluids, then go drive it!
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Exactly!
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Originally Posted by Big Block
Does it have factory softray tinted glass or are my eye's playing tricks on me? 292, small back window and all. Nice, white with blue interior. I like it.
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Maybe thats just the blue interior giving it that look?
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Originally Posted by rustytruck50
That's a really sweet old ride! Is the interior supposed to be painted blue? Not criticizing, just curious..
Nice find!
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No offense taken here at all, I'm here to learn. Not sure, you tell me?
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Originally Posted by '68OrangeSunshine
Looks like a 292. SPID says L25 292 CU IN L6 ENG. Lifter covers are 6'' tall. Fuel pump is centered, not forward.
Yup, 292.
Nice truck. Very straight. We don't see a lot of unmolested '67s like that.
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68orange, what oil do you run in your 292's? I'm guessing by your signature you know a thing or two about these 6's. Seems to be a fairly controversial topic from the research ive done.
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Originally Posted by factorystock
I agree with most all comments, this is a very clean and solid CA truck! The different tailgate, hooks on bed, and aux gas tank switch are all tell tale signs this truck hauled a camper earlier in its life. The later model wheels are a common find on 3/4 tons of this vintage, unfortunately, it takes away from the original character of vehicle, because you can't run original hubcaps ( see photo) with out clips. There are ways to add clips to newer wheels if you don't plan on original wheels. Chevy 3 speeds came in 2? varieties, full synchro or non synchro in '67. I would upgrage to a full if yours is a non. Also, your 4.56 rear axle pumpkin can be swapped for a 4.11 very simply without any modifications to drivetrain or suspension. Last note, always run tallest and narrowest tire available on lower geared non power steering vehicles.
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Wasnt sure what gearing I have on this one, but dang 4.56's! I haven't had it at a good cruising speed for long because the current tires are shot on it. Looks like you can do a dana 60 swap with 3.54's which would probably be about right for me....eventually.
Yup, has all the evidence it used to be a camper hauler. The aux. tank is still there hidden up under the passenger side bedside and still functional. Purchased it from a gal who bought it from an "older gentleman" and thats about all I know about it.