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Loki · 02-13-2009, 11:38 AM

I've been lurking in the corners around here for about a year reading and learning. I'm a Wyotech grad, former Subaru Tech and Chevy Installer (almost 10yrs ago).. anyway.. I picked-up my first truck about a year ago, a '67 short step. base model small back window, no a/c, 250cid 3 on the tree. Worked solid for about 2months and picked up an 86 monte carlo SS that ran, so the truck went to the back burner for a bit. just picked up an 86 1/2 ton long bed donor truck so it's time to revive the 67...

Sorry for that I know it belongs in the Newbie section.

On to the Question. Ive been looking around and have found posts on swapping the mounts from the 86 to the 67, and i know i will have to grind out section of the frame to fit the steering box. (no notch in my frame) since im going from 3spd to TH350 is my low floor plan going to be an issue? i think i should have more than enough room at the fire wall for the engine..

will also be selling off the body and remains of the 86 when finished. Ill post pics in the Sales section when I have them w/ in the next 2mo..

also looking for any

pics i found 100's of chevy and i know mines the "ugly" step-brother

but who wants to fit in??

68gmsee · 02-13-2009, 12:29 PM

Welcome, to the site. Glad you're out of the shadows and into the the light.

I converted my 69 250 three speed manual to 350/350 with no space problems. Frame, cab, dimensions on these trucks are pretty much the same.

Here's a pic of my unfinished, continous work in progress, 68 GMC.

my67chevytruck · 02-13-2009, 12:40 PM

welcome, post up some pics!

thirdstreettito · 02-13-2009, 12:52 PM

Welcome to the site! Let me be the first to say:

bigguy69 · 02-13-2009, 01:03 PM

welcome!! lets see some pics!

sswitzke · 02-13-2009, 01:19 PM

from SW MO.

Loki · 02-13-2009, 05:07 PM

Here's a few from when i purchased... and state when i stopped about 6mo ago.. will get more as i go over the next few weeks

jbristo67 · 02-13-2009, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Loki

Here's a few from when i purchased... and state when i stopped about 6mo ago.. will get more as i go over the next few weeks

you have to shave that side marker light. You have a 67 you know

Loki · 02-13-2009, 05:28 PM

Here is a few, of the parts i have done along with the hood..

seem to be missing the pic of the individual parts pics.

Loki · 02-13-2009, 05:38 PM

and just for kicks... Here's the Mighty Monte.. AKA.. The Metal Slug.. (is currently having carb. and suspension issues)

67_C-30 · 02-13-2009, 05:55 PM

Welcome to the board. Great looking project. Everybody knows 67's are the coolest, but some only admit it to themselves!

Just an FYI if you don't already know, you can use the front disc brake stuff off the '86 on your '67 if want discs. Saves lots of $$$ doing it that way.

Loki · 02-13-2009, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by 67_C-30

Welcome to the board. Great looking project. Everybody knows 67's are the coolest, but some only admit it to themselves!

Just an FYI if you don't already know, you can use the front disc brake stuff off the '86 on your '67 if want discs. Saves lots of $$$ doing it that way.

Thats the only reason i bought the 86.. Brakes, power steering, a/c components (mostly cores)

**michael bustamante** · 02-13-2009, 05:57 PM

nice monte! I used to drive a regal t type and would race these all the time. looks like the tires are rolling a little off kilter there

great lookin 67 GMC there too, I like them early 4 eyed trucks

Longhorn Man · 02-13-2009, 06:31 PM

the tires are just too small for the rims from what i see.
Don't let the chevy guys give you and grief.... GMC's are cooler, everyone knows it, yet only few admit to it.

Your low hump cab is going to be fine. That's what GM put over small block/auto equipped trucks, all 3 auto trannys... dfon't let anyone tell you otherwise. There were a few odd balls that had an unexplainable high hump with that combo, but they were built 'wrong'.
Let me be the first to say... I hope you keep the stepside bed on there. Short step trucks are sexy, a 67 GMC one is even better.
I agree on the disks off the parts truck, and if your GMC has the leaf sprung rear (most GMCs did) then you can just swap your later model rear in there too. 5 lug and disk brakes.

Loki · 02-13-2009, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

the tires are just too small for the rims from what i see.
Don't let the chevy guys give you and grief.... GMC's are cooler, everyone knows it, yet only few admit to it.

Your low hump cab is going to be fine. That's what GM put over small block/auto equipped trucks, all 3 auto trannys... dfon't let anyone tell you otherwise. There were a few odd balls that had an unexplainable high hump with that combo, but they were built 'wrong'.
Let me be the first to say... I hope you keep the stepside bed on there. Short step trucks are sexy, a 67 GMC one is even better.
I agree on the disks off the parts truck, and if your GMC has the leaf sprung rear (most GMCs did) then you can just swap your later model rear in there too. 5 lug and disk brakes.

the brakes are the main reason i picked up the 86.. couldnt say no to a complete truck for $300.. And yes the guy i bought the Monte Carlo from has 15x8.5... im looking for some factory replacements..

67_C-30 · 02-14-2009, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

Don't let the chevy guys give you and grief.... GMC's are cooler, everyone knows it, yet only few admit to it.

Says the man who put a '67 - 68 grill in his burb instead of a 4-eyed face!

Longhorn Man · 02-14-2009, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 67_C-30

Says the man who put a '67 - 68 grill in his burb instead of a 4-eyed face!

That's what I had on hand.
But, you are forgetting, the 69/70 GMC front end I installed on my 70 chevy Longhorn.

**LockDoc** · 02-13-2009, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Loki

will also be selling off the body and remains of the 86 when finished. Ill post pics in the Sales section when I have them w/ in the next 2mo..

I'm not sure if you are aware of this but you will have to be a "subscribing member" to post for sale items. It is $25 per year and helps keep the board chugging along.

LockDoc

jbristo67 · 02-13-2009, 08:25 PM

Does that truck have leefs in the back or coil springs

Loki · 02-13-2009, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by jbristo67

Does that truck have leefs in the back or coil springs

The truck in running leaf in the rear, so does my donor truck... the fenders are repro. and have some major fit issues on the driver side. am going to use them to repair the originals on both sides..

R.L. · 02-14-2009, 01:09 PM

Welcome to the fourms, looks like you have good taste in vehicles; love the SS.

72BlckButy · 02-14-2009, 01:24 PM

Welcome to the board, and great looking project!

68shortstep · 02-14-2009, 03:28 PM

Glad to see another sidemount-spare stepper.

The early '80's front end & axle swap to get 5-lugs was exactly what was done to mine.

Loki · 02-15-2009, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by 68shortstep

Glad to see another sidemount-spare stepper.

The early '80's front end & axle swap to get 5-lugs was exactly what was done to mine.

Haven't decided if im keeping the side mount spare.. I have mixed feelings about it. not to mention it means spending extra $$ on a 5th rim

Loki · 02-15-2009, 04:05 PM

a few extra pics of the major damage areas...

02-13-2009, 11:38 AM	#1
Loki Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Ft.Worth Posts: 25	Finally out of the shadows I've been lurking in the corners around here for about a year reading and learning. I'm a Wyotech grad, former Subaru Tech and Chevy Installer (almost 10yrs ago).. anyway.. I picked-up my first truck about a year ago, a '67 short step. base model small back window, no a/c, 250cid 3 on the tree. Worked solid for about 2months and picked up an 86 monte carlo SS that ran, so the truck went to the back burner for a bit. just picked up an 86 1/2 ton long bed donor truck so it's time to revive the 67... Sorry for that I know it belongs in the Newbie section. On to the Question. Ive been looking around and have found posts on swapping the mounts from the 86 to the 67, and i know i will have to grind out section of the frame to fit the steering box. (no notch in my frame) since im going from 3spd to TH350 is my low floor plan going to be an issue? i think i should have more than enough room at the fire wall for the engine.. will also be selling off the body and remains of the 86 when finished. Ill post pics in the Sales section when I have them w/ in the next 2mo.. also looking for any pics i found 100's of chevy and i know mines the "ugly" step-brother but who wants to fit in?? Last edited by Loki; 02-13-2009 at 05:49 PM. Reason: typo

02-13-2009, 12:29 PM	#2
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: Finally out of the shadows Welcome, to the site. Glad you're out of the shadows and into the the light. I converted my 69 250 three speed manual to 350/350 with no space problems. Frame, cab, dimensions on these trucks are pretty much the same. Here's a pic of my unfinished, continous work in progress, 68 GMC. Attached Images

02-13-2009, 12:40 PM	#3
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: Finally out of the shadows welcome, post up some pics! __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470

02-13-2009, 12:52 PM	#4
thirdstreettito Resident of Here Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wesley Chapel, FL, USA Posts: 7,716	Re: Finally out of the shadows Welcome to the site! Let me be the first to say: __________________ ~Bradley~ 2004 Black GTO LS2/T56 too much to list Miss having a truck Last edited by thirdstreettito; 02-13-2009 at 12:53 PM.

02-13-2009, 01:03 PM	#5
bigguy69 dazed and confused Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: marion nc Posts: 1,649	Re: Finally out of the shadows welcome!! lets see some pics! __________________ members met: redbaron69, billsbowtie,nc67

02-13-2009, 01:19 PM	#6
sswitzke Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Buffalo, MO Posts: 589	Re: Finally out of the shadows from SW MO.

02-13-2009, 05:07 PM	#7
Loki Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Ft.Worth Posts: 25	Re: Finally out of the shadows Here's a few from when i purchased... and state when i stopped about 6mo ago.. will get more as i go over the next few weeks

02-13-2009, 05:28 PM	#9
Loki Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Ft.Worth Posts: 25	Re: Finally out of the shadows Here is a few, of the parts i have done along with the hood.. seem to be missing the pic of the individual parts pics.

02-13-2009, 05:38 PM	#10
Loki Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Ft.Worth Posts: 25	Re: Finally out of the shadows and just for kicks... Here's the Mighty Monte.. AKA.. The Metal Slug.. (is currently having carb. and suspension issues)

02-13-2009, 05:55 PM	#11
67_C-30 I have a radical idea! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Sweet Home Alabama! Posts: 6,513	Re: Finally out of the shadows Welcome to the board. Great looking project. Everybody knows 67's are the coolest, but some only admit it to themselves! Just an FYI if you don't already know, you can use the front disc brake stuff off the '86 on your '67 if want discs. Saves lots of $$$ doing it that way. __________________ '67 C-30 Dually Pickup 6.2 Turbo Diesel, NP435 ‘72 C-10 SWB , 350 4bbl, TH350 '69 C-10 SWB , 250 L6, 3 OTT '69 GMC C3500, dump truck, 351 V6, NP435 '84 M1009 CUCV Military Blazer 67 C-30 Turbodiesel build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=254096 My trucks http://s226.photobucket.com/albums/d...ediafilter=all Member of the 1-Ton Club!

02-13-2009, 05:57 PM	#13
michael bustamante Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Albuquerque NM Posts: 7,848	Re: Finally out of the shadows nice monte! I used to drive a regal t type and would race these all the time. looks like the tires are rolling a little off kilter there great lookin 67 GMC there too, I like them early 4 eyed trucks __________________ 1967custom

02-13-2009, 06:31 PM	#14
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: Finally out of the shadows the tires are just too small for the rims from what i see. Don't let the chevy guys give you and grief.... GMC's are cooler, everyone knows it, yet only few admit to it. Your low hump cab is going to be fine. That's what GM put over small block/auto equipped trucks, all 3 auto trannys... dfon't let anyone tell you otherwise. There were a few odd balls that had an unexplainable high hump with that combo, but they were built 'wrong'. Let me be the first to say... I hope you keep the stepside bed on there. Short step trucks are sexy, a 67 GMC one is even better. I agree on the disks off the parts truck, and if your GMC has the leaf sprung rear (most GMCs did) then you can just swap your later model rear in there too. 5 lug and disk brakes.

02-13-2009, 08:25 PM	#19
jbristo67 resident oilfield trash Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Lubbock TX Posts: 1,465	Re: Finally out of the shadows Does that truck have leefs in the back or coil springs __________________ 1967 SWB C10 396/400 factory air factory tach (sadly had to send to a new home) 1986 Honda 70 Fourtrax 1991 Chevrolet K5 blazer 2wd 1982 Mastercraft Pro Star 190 Stars and Stripes 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe 2011 Nissan Armada

02-14-2009, 01:09 PM	#21
R.L. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Mobile, Al. Posts: 687	Re: Finally out of the shadows Welcome to the fourms, looks like you have good taste in vehicles; love the SS.

02-14-2009, 01:24 PM	#22
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Finally out of the shadows Welcome to the board, and great looking project! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)



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02-14-2009, 03:28 PM	#23
68shortstep Looks good at 20-ft ..... Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mtn Home, AR Posts: 707	Re: Finally out of the shadows Glad to see another sidemount-spare stepper. The early '80's front end & axle swap to get 5-lugs was exactly what was done to mine. Attached Images

02-15-2009, 04:05 PM	#25
Loki Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Ft.Worth Posts: 25	Re: Finally out of the shadows a few extra pics of the major damage areas...

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