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02-15-2017, 10:10 PM
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1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
Hey, my name is James. Never been into america cars really, but I flip houses and I was borrowing a truck and decided I need to get my own. Ive owned a 1967 Volkswagen bug and a 98 Subaru Forester, both of which I couldnt help and modded them both. I hope I dont modify anything on this truck because its the most original vehicle that Ive ever owned. Only a few pics for now until I pull out my good camera and shoot it. Here are a couple just so we have them for before and after pics. Ill give more details on the thing in an upcoming post....
Picture from the seller before I drove across the state to pick it up:  Untitled by James Webber, on FlickrIn Spokane, WA about to head back to the westside: [IMG]  68 c20 by James Webber, on Flickr[/IMG]Fuel stop:  68 c20 by James Webber, on FlickrMotor Before picture:  68 c20 by James Webber, on FlickrOkay so now I'll note some of the things that I have done to the car, I have replaced all the coolant hoses, replace valve cover gaskets, painted valve covers chevy orange, painted the air cleaner black, removed the farmtruck side walls on the bed, installed a cigarette lighter to charge my phone, just gave it an oil change today, new radiator cap, new windshield wipers as the ones I bought it with were OG, yeah you read that right, OG wipers of all things. I have only had time to buff out one section of the paint but the paint on this thing is going to be epic when buffed. More Pics: New vs old heater core (the og one cracked on me and leaked coolant when I put the new hoses on):  68 c20 by James Webber, on FlickrInside the blower and heater core chamber, 50 years of pine needles in this thing!!!: [IMG]  68 c20 by James Webber, on Flickr[/IMG]And here is a pic of it parked outside one of the properties I am currently flipping: [IMG]  68 c20 by James Webber, on Flickr[/IMG]Like I said, once I buff it out Ill take some good quality pics. I will make sure and do some before and afters also. I also ordered new exhaust manifolds and gaskets so Ill likely have those installed soon and painted silver, because the ones on there now are rusttttyyyyy. Thats all for now. Last edited by webberjames95; 02-15-2017 at 10:16 PM. |
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02-15-2017, 10:12 PM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
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02-15-2017, 11:10 PM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
Sharp truck!!!
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02-16-2017, 10:58 AM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
I like your truck,i remember seeing it on craigslist a few weeks ago...if I remember correctly it is a 327 with good mileage..nice....
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02-16-2017, 11:12 AM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
Love the originality, and glad you're going to keep it that way. Great find.
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02-16-2017, 11:30 AM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
Very nice truck. I see you're local, welcome to the forum!
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02-17-2017, 04:14 AM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
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02-16-2017, 11:33 AM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
Wow, you guys literally get so much rain that moss literally grows on roofs? Wow.
Awesome truck, that green is my 2nd favorite factory color.
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02-17-2017, 04:13 AM
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02-17-2017, 08:05 AM
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02-16-2017, 04:54 PM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
Absolutely beautiful truck. Congratulations!
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"A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/ |
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02-16-2017, 08:06 PM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
Nice truck! Not easy to find a 50 year old vehicle that hasn't been molested- glad you're keeping it original
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02-17-2017, 07:39 AM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
Very nice truck, unmolested trucks are the way to go, post some interior pics when you could. Welcome to the board.
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02-17-2017, 08:09 AM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
Really nice truck! I'm in
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02-17-2017, 08:55 AM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
That's a beautiful truck. Could you post a pic of the SPID?
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02-18-2017, 03:14 AM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
Got some time quick to buff it out. Pic time
Left side is polished and right side is before [IMG]  DSC_9060 by James Webber, on Flickr[/IMG][IMG]  DSC_9062 by James Webber, on Flickr[/IMG] DSC_9063 by James Webber, on FlickrI have determined that this passenger fender is the only body panel that is not og paint, but seems to have been done long ago as the paint has faded equally with the rest of the paint. [IMG]  DSC_9065 by James Webber, on Flickr[/IMG]Interior is all there no rips in the seat material, mexican blanket in there just to protect the vinyl from tearing. [IMG]  DSC_9067 by James Webber, on Flickr[/IMG]Details  DSC_9068 by James Webber, on FlickrPerfect ceiling paint  DSC_9069 by James Webber, on FlickrVery slight patina on the hood, cannot really tell in this picture  DSC_9070 by James Webber, on FlickrCannot believe that this paint is 50 years old, its nuts  DSC_9071 by James Webber, on Flickr DSC_9072 by James Webber, on FlickrInstalled a cigarette lighter in the dash so I can charge my devices, it only had a plastic blank in there which is pretty cool that no one ever decided to change it out in the life of the truck until now  DSC_9073 by James Webber, on FlickrDetails  DSC_9074 by James Webber, on FlickrInterior is mint, in condition and in color  DSC_9075 by James Webber, on Flickr DSC_9076 by James Webber, on Flickr DSC_9077 by James Webber, on Flickr DSC_9080 by James Webber, on FlickrVery small patina going on here also  DSC_9081 by James Webber, on FlickrLotsa patina going on here  DSC_9082 by James Webber, on Flickr DSC_9083 by James Webber, on FlickrFinally a bed shot, just some leaves, minimal surface rust  DSC_9086 by James Webber, on FlickrMore stuff and updates coming soon |
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02-18-2017, 06:51 AM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
That thing is crazy nice- really glad to see it's in good hands! You're right about the pass. fender not being original paint, looks like someone replaced the fender at some point with a 67 fender (no marker light). It does match the original paint- looking good!
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02-18-2017, 08:45 AM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
Absolutely beautiful.
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02-18-2017, 05:05 PM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
DSC_9080 by James Webber, on FlickrOkay question? Whats the deal with the red bow ties? Its like that on the side markers as well, but the hubcaps have yellow bowties? Are the caps incorrect or was chevy just inconsistent with bowtie colors. if the caps are wrong then what style do I need? Also I need that chrome trim that goes on the fender for the passenger side? whats a good parts dealer i can order through via online? |
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02-18-2017, 11:52 PM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
damn, calling it a night for now but spent the evening doing a little engine detailing since i had to replace the manifolds as they were cracked...
Just for comparisons sake here is the engine at the start, minus the valve covers and filter: 68 c20 by James Webber, on FlickrAnd here are some progress shots from tonight, i spent yesterday painting the wheel wells and also spent some time spraying some black onto the frame, but still needs more love and time on the frame:  Untitled by James Webber, on FlickrNew manifolds:  Untitled by James Webber, on FlickrPainting the manifolds also the heat shields for the plug wires:  Untitled by James Webber, on Flickr Untitled by James Webber, on FlickrCracked ya think?  Untitled by James Webber, on FlickrWhile I had them off I might as well spray a little orange on the block right?  Untitled by James Webber, on Flickr Untitled by James Webber, on FlickrFinished for now, still need to bolt up the drivers side manifold to the exhaust, tricky little area to do in the dark, Ill get some better pictures once I get the alternator bracket reinstalled  Untitled by James Webber, on Flickr
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02-19-2017, 01:43 AM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
You may want to look up a member 65standard , he had a press made up to put the marker light hole into the rear bedsides , should also work on that 67 front fender , would make a welcome upgrade / repair to your very nice truck.
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02-18-2017, 08:55 AM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
Came out really nice, glad it's in good hands.
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02-18-2017, 05:08 PM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
Those are newer caps, I am running the chrome version of those on my 67, mine are off of a 75 C20. 67/68 were unique, I don't have access to a pic at the moment, though.
Also GM did change from yellow to blue, not sure which years though. 67/68 were red I believe, but I may be wrong
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02-18-2017, 05:19 PM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
good info. im a volkswagen guy so I dont know anything, just trying to soak in all the information that I can. What are people running to hold their spare tires under their truck beds???
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02-18-2017, 05:50 PM
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Re: 1968 C-20 with 67,000 OG Miles Build Log/ Thread
Check out this thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...eelsespecially post # 9 a post # 13. IMO, original trucks deserve original rims. 16.5 tires are still available, and worth a few bucks more, but finding original 16.5" wheels with clips will require some doing. If you are as serious about the "look", they can be found.
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