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ChevyDude · 11-23-2003, 02:45 PM

Guys,
I had a 2002 Chevrolet fully loaded LT Z71 Shortbed Ex. cab 4x4 that had a $500.00 a month + insurance payment that was as comfy driving as the living room couch...it's gone and so is the payment, Hurray!!! In it's place a bought a 72 AC SWB K-10 4x4 that is mechanically sound. I am in the doing the cosmetic restore/paint change while using it as my daily driver. I have come to the conclusion that to do the resto correct, which I intend on doing, I need another vehicle while I take the 72 apart for painting and frame powder coating. So.....another 67-72 truck needs to be purchased. I want a 2wd SWB to drive while I restore the 72' K-10. The front end of a 68' really is the look I am after for the 2wd. Question is

: Is it more cost effective to buy a 68' and do the PDB, PS conversion or buy a 71' or 72' that already had PDB, PS and do the 68' front clip conversion.
Thanks

Longhorn Man · 11-23-2003, 02:53 PM

I say it is easier to ger the 5 lug/disk brake stuff in good shape than it is to find sheet metal in good shape. Not to mention for suspention stuff, you can use parts from 71 - 78...so the numbers are in your favor to get a 67/68 truck and swap the suspention.
A complete brake job including some carbon fiber shoes may be all you need and be cheaper and quicker than a disk conversion...something to keep in mind.

BLACK AND BLUE 67-72 · 11-23-2003, 02:58 PM

Well, either choice would still be cheaper than the $500.00 truck payment + insurance payment.

I would go with the '71-'72 because they have the disks anyway, but depending on where you are located the prices for them could run more, but it is alot eaiser to switch the front clip than it is to add PS,PB,Disks.

Longhorn Man · 11-23-2003, 03:05 PM

That is a good point, it is easier to swap front clips...but then you have a 2 tone eyesore. A neighbor actually asked me when I was gonna to something about the green fenders on my ride. She actually looked offended when i said probably never.

jorgensensc · 11-23-2003, 03:55 PM

My opinion only

If you get another 67-72 you won't be able to decide which one to work on!!! You will be back and forth all day unless you have amazing discipline!! I suggest pick up a 1993 or up S10 or S10 blazer. That way you get fairly descent gas mileage while working on your Other truck. You can haul parts and enines too. I just negotiated a deal to get my buddy his 1993 S10 Blazer with 4.6 vortech (very nice blazer) for 2500.00. And this is in California where anything that passes smog is worth 2000.00. This is Just My opinion though. Good luck whatever you decide!!

Longhorn Man · 11-23-2003, 04:05 PM

If going the s-10 route...stay as far away from the CPI injected ones as you can.

kaycee · 11-23-2003, 07:12 PM

67 GMC 305 V-6 GOOD FENDERS AND CAB need rear end will throw in 69 swb leaf frame $400.Approxamately 150 miles north of WESTMINSTER CO. (sorry couldn't help it)

ChevyDude · 11-23-2003, 08:35 PM

Thanks for your responces. I guess it's wiser to get the 71-72 and put the 68 clip on it. I only have room to do one project at a time, so not knowing which one to work on will not be an issue. Finding the right "Running" 2wd 71-72 SWB might be a little harder.
Thanks again guys!

11-23-2003, 02:45 PM	#1
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Opinions please! Guys, I had a 2002 Chevrolet fully loaded LT Z71 Shortbed Ex. cab 4x4 that had a $500.00 a month + insurance payment that was as comfy driving as the living room couch...it's gone and so is the payment, Hurray!!! In it's place a bought a 72 AC SWB K-10 4x4 that is mechanically sound. I am in the doing the cosmetic restore/paint change while using it as my daily driver. I have come to the conclusion that to do the resto correct, which I intend on doing, I need another vehicle while I take the 72 apart for painting and frame powder coating. So.....another 67-72 truck needs to be purchased. I want a 2wd SWB to drive while I restore the 72' K-10. The front end of a 68' really is the look I am after for the 2wd. Question is : Is it more cost effective to buy a 68' and do the PDB, PS conversion or buy a 71' or 72' that already had PDB, PS and do the 68' front clip conversion. Thanks __________________ Alex 1971 Lil' Red 350 SBC 700R4

11-23-2003, 02:58 PM	#3
BLACK AND BLUE 67-72 Firefighter Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Yellville, Ar, USA Posts: 1,943	Well, either choice would still be cheaper than the $500.00 truck payment + insurance payment. I would go with the '71-'72 because they have the disks anyway, but depending on where you are located the prices for them could run more, but it is alot eaiser to switch the front clip than it is to add PS,PB,Disks. __________________ '72 Chevy SWB 350 Auto '67 GMC LWB 350 4 speed '70 Chevy 4x4 Stepside 350 Auto Yellville, Ar. USA

11-23-2003, 03:05 PM	#4
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	That is a good point, it is easier to swap front clips...but then you have a 2 tone eyesore. A neighbor actually asked me when I was gonna to something about the green fenders on my ride. She actually looked offended when i said probably never. Attached Images

11-23-2003, 03:55 PM	#5
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	My opinion only If you get another 67-72 you won't be able to decide which one to work on!!! You will be back and forth all day unless you have amazing discipline!! I suggest pick up a 1993 or up S10 or S10 blazer. That way you get fairly descent gas mileage while working on your Other truck. You can haul parts and enines too. I just negotiated a deal to get my buddy his 1993 S10 Blazer with 4.6 vortech (very nice blazer) for 2500.00. And this is in California where anything that passes smog is worth 2000.00. This is Just My opinion though. Good luck whatever you decide!! __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

11-23-2003, 07:12 PM	#7
kaycee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Wyoming USA Posts: 2,446	67 GMC 305 V-6 GOOD FENDERS AND CAB need rear end will throw in 69 swb leaf frame $400.Approxamately 150 miles north of WESTMINSTER CO. (sorry couldn't help it) __________________ 2001 Silverado K-1500 2005 FXDWG stage3 69 CHEVY Short/Step 327/4L60 373 posi 63 IMPALA 327

11-23-2003, 02:53 PM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	I say it is easier to ger the 5 lug/disk brake stuff in good shape than it is to find sheet metal in good shape. Not to mention for suspention stuff, you can use parts from 71 - 78...so the numbers are in your favor to get a 67/68 truck and swap the suspention. A complete brake job including some carbon fiber shoes may be all you need and be cheaper and quicker than a disk conversion...something to keep in mind.

11-23-2003, 04:05 PM	#6
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	If going the s-10 route...stay as far away from the CPI injected ones as you can.

11-23-2003, 08:35 PM	#8
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Thanks for your responces. I guess it's wiser to get the 71-72 and put the 68 clip on it. I only have room to do one project at a time, so not knowing which one to work on will not be an issue. Finding the right "Running" 2wd 71-72 SWB might be a little harder. Thanks again guys! __________________ Alex 1971 Lil' Red 350 SBC 700R4



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