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rico73 · 02-12-2014, 01:42 PM

Hello to all My Name is Rico I am from Southern NJ and I recently aquired a family heirloom that I've had in my sights for a long time. It is a 1967 Chevy SWB stepside Inline 6cyl 250 with a 3 on the tree. the truck is pretty much all original I believe except for a front fender. This truck was purchased by my grandfather in the early 70's and was passed on to my uncle who has had it since 1983 when my grand father passed. My uncle now in his 70's and not doing well with prostate cancer has given the truck to me because he knows how much I liked the truck and how much it means to me. It was an every day driver and I look forward to driving it for a while be fore totally restoring it.I'm guessing I'll go with the patina look until I can get it right. I look forward to hearing from you guysand getting your opinions and hopefully I can get alot of info from this sight as I already have questions, about how to keep the look, mechanical questions and etc.

brad_man_72 · 02-12-2014, 01:46 PM

Sweet little truck and a nice family history. Good luck with the restoration.

**67 cst swb** · 02-12-2014, 01:56 PM

Welcome

tommys72 · 02-12-2014, 01:59 PM

Nice little truck! Is that a bulldog on the hood

rico73 · 02-12-2014, 02:02 PM

Yes My father actually put a Mack truck emblem on the hood way back I'll find out why

dmartin1 · 02-12-2014, 02:17 PM

looks like that little 1/2 ton wants to be a 1 ton! the mirrors and roof lights are killer.

sweet truck and good luck with the resto, whats your plans?

**RenoKeene** · 02-12-2014, 02:24 PM

I like it too! Welcome and congrats.

tommys72 · 02-12-2014, 03:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rico73

Yes My father actually put a Mack truck emblem on the hood way back I'll find out why

My dads old 72 had a donkey on the hood? Dunno why? But it was wired to the lights, so its eyes lit up green with the headlights on...lol. ..(he didnt put it on their)

rico73 · 02-12-2014, 02:43 PM

Not really sure where I'm going with this. I'd like some suggestions. Leave it as a work truck type, or drop it a bit with nice rims and tires and a new original paint job. Right now I'm gonna drive it for a while. I'm currently restoring a 73 GMC K25 4x4 thats taking up most of my time and money So for now I'll go with the patina look.

dmartin1 · 02-12-2014, 02:50 PM

id run the patina until you can afford to start on it then restore or 'fix it up, starting with mechanicals first

rico73 · 02-12-2014, 02:56 PM

That's my thinking. I have one issue with the truck the linkage on the truck is messed up and my uncle rigged it so it works but comes loose every so often any where that sells linkages for the 3 speed??

19673ontree · 02-12-2014, 03:15 PM

Hey there ! I like that truck ! It has the spare on the fender it would be cool to put 67 hubcaps on it and a cap on the spare and just drive it ! I wish I had my dads stepside I would rebuild it if I just had the frame but he sold it in the 80s ,,,,

**CC69Rat** · 02-12-2014, 03:46 PM

Welcome to the board! That's a neat old truck.

PanelDeland · 02-12-2014, 04:41 PM

Perfect truck.Keep the 6 add OD a drive the wheels offa it!!!

slowcpe · 02-12-2014, 04:45 PM

Cool truck. Welcome from another '67 stepper! Beware this site will make you spend WAY MORE on your restoration as its addictive. But will totally be worth it in the end.

72bowtiestepper · 02-12-2014, 04:59 PM

Welcome from another NJ member...Sorry to hear about your uncle, but glad you are saving his truck....should be a nice project ! Keep them old stepsides rollin'

DGulliver · 02-12-2014, 05:11 PM

Welcome from Tennessee, Rico- you're in the right place!

If it's mine, I'd repair the linkage, clean the tank and other fluids, freshen the brakes/wheel bearings and drive it! I love the spare tire on the side and the cab lights, enjoy it!

rico73 · 02-12-2014, 05:22 PM

D Gulliver the truck runs like a beast It was just on the road a couple of weeks ago. I'm thinking the same maybe a tune up a little clean up and off to the races!! Any ideas on where I can get the linkage parts??

DGulliver · 02-12-2014, 08:27 PM

Rico, my first choice would be getting any parts you need through some of the board members here. You're gonna get the best deals on anything you need, and more importantly the knowledge and expertise from these guys who actually own, build, drive these trucks.

There is a vendor section with it's own page and threads..

gvw5400 · 02-12-2014, 08:50 PM

Welcome from the Colorado rockies! I love the story of your truck.
Have a blast making it into YOUR truck!
This site rocks, your going to find helpful tips and encouragement here!
All the best, Dirk

502ms · 02-12-2014, 09:27 PM

Welcome!
Definitely get the mechanicals figured out, and then decide if you want to turn into a cruiser, a track monster, or a little of both. I started mine as a frame layer, and decided that I wanted more power....so now I have both

(power and ability to lay frame)

rico73 · 02-12-2014, 10:05 PM

Thanks to all of you for welcoming me so far I feel right at home on this sight already!!

Ft.ValloniaStreaker · 02-13-2014, 11:17 AM

If your uncle rigged the linkage then you may need to repair....but I've found the only thing wrong when having trouble shifting is, your not doing it the way Grandpa or cousin Eddie did it all those years. Those things have a memory. That's why the PO will always say they never had any problems.....

rico73 · 02-13-2014, 12:52 PM

Nah it's rigged he has a u bolt that holds cable together. It is holding the linkge for first and reverse in place and when it vibrates loose the rod falls and jams the other gears

02-12-2014, 01:42 PM	#1
rico73 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bridgeton New Jersey Posts: 20	New Member 1967 SWB stepper Hello to all My Name is Rico I am from Southern NJ and I recently aquired a family heirloom that I've had in my sights for a long time. It is a 1967 Chevy SWB stepside Inline 6cyl 250 with a 3 on the tree. the truck is pretty much all original I believe except for a front fender. This truck was purchased by my grandfather in the early 70's and was passed on to my uncle who has had it since 1983 when my grand father passed. My uncle now in his 70's and not doing well with prostate cancer has given the truck to me because he knows how much I liked the truck and how much it means to me. It was an every day driver and I look forward to driving it for a while be fore totally restoring it.I'm guessing I'll go with the patina look until I can get it right. I look forward to hearing from you guysand getting your opinions and hopefully I can get alot of info from this sight as I already have questions, about how to keep the look, mechanical questions and etc. Attached Images

02-12-2014, 01:46 PM	#2
brad_man_72 the boat guy Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: springfield mo Posts: 2,339	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Sweet little truck and a nice family history. Good luck with the restoration. __________________ 67, swb, fleet, tach, throttle, 5.3, 4l60e, 3.73's, fuel cell, 5 lug, p.d.b., 4-6 drop. great little truck 66, stevens drag/ski 18' silouette, 350, 2.02 doublehump heads. comp extreme marine 278 cam, vette 7 fin valve covers, old polished edelbrock intake, velvetdrive, casale v-drive, adj cavitation plate. 28, model a rpu project,

02-12-2014, 01:56 PM	#3
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02-12-2014, 01:59 PM	#4
tommys72 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: springfield mo Posts: 3,075	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Nice little truck! Is that a bulldog on the hood __________________ United States Marine Corps 2000-2011 Iraq and Afghanistan veteran Just living life now and enjoying it and my wife, daughter and son

02-12-2014, 02:02 PM	#5
rico73 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bridgeton New Jersey Posts: 20	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Yes My father actually put a Mack truck emblem on the hood way back I'll find out why

02-12-2014, 02:17 PM	#6
dmartin1 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: mohave valley,arizona Posts: 1,088	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper looks like that little 1/2 ton wants to be a 1 ton! the mirrors and roof lights are killer. sweet truck and good luck with the resto, whats your plans? __________________ 1969 Shortbed in progress 1982 short step, few suspension and motor upgrades.getting a 468 1978 Shortbed fleet side bonanza fully loaded 1978 k20 Silverado loaded.currently engine-less 1989 k10 suburban 9" lift 65 nova And more

02-12-2014, 02:24 PM	#7
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,029	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper I like it too! Welcome and congrats. __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

02-12-2014, 02:43 PM	#9
rico73 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bridgeton New Jersey Posts: 20	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Not really sure where I'm going with this. I'd like some suggestions. Leave it as a work truck type, or drop it a bit with nice rims and tires and a new original paint job. Right now I'm gonna drive it for a while. I'm currently restoring a 73 GMC K25 4x4 thats taking up most of my time and money So for now I'll go with the patina look.

02-12-2014, 02:50 PM	#10
dmartin1 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: mohave valley,arizona Posts: 1,088	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper id run the patina until you can afford to start on it then restore or 'fix it up, starting with mechanicals first __________________ 1969 Shortbed in progress 1982 short step, few suspension and motor upgrades.getting a 468 1978 Shortbed fleet side bonanza fully loaded 1978 k20 Silverado loaded.currently engine-less 1989 k10 suburban 9" lift 65 nova And more

02-12-2014, 02:56 PM	#11
rico73 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bridgeton New Jersey Posts: 20	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper That's my thinking. I have one issue with the truck the linkage on the truck is messed up and my uncle rigged it so it works but comes loose every so often any where that sells linkages for the 3 speed??

02-12-2014, 03:15 PM	#12
19673ontree CAN'T FIX NOTHIN Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: SOUTHRUST VIRGINIA !!! Posts: 2,112	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Hey there ! I like that truck ! It has the spare on the fender it would be cool to put 67 hubcaps on it and a cap on the spare and just drive it ! I wish I had my dads stepside I would rebuild it if I just had the frame but he sold it in the 80s ,,,, __________________ 1967 C10 Shortbed Fleetside Small back glass 6 cyl 3spd on the tree 3.08 gears underdash AC

02-12-2014, 03:46 PM	#13
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,214	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Welcome to the board! That's a neat old truck. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

02-12-2014, 04:41 PM	#14
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Perfect truck.Keep the 6 add OD a drive the wheels offa it!!! __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

02-12-2014, 04:45 PM	#15
slowcpe Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Evansville, IN Posts: 1,774	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Cool truck. Welcome from another '67 stepper! Beware this site will make you spend WAY MORE on your restoration as its addictive. But will totally be worth it in the end. __________________ Ryan 1967 Red Stepside..."Laymond" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...40#post6441840 1972 Medium Olive SWB-Chester http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=759628 1967/71 Blue SWB C10..SOLD 1977 SWB K10..my grandpa's.....never should have sold

02-12-2014, 04:59 PM	#16
72bowtiestepper Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Northwest NJ Posts: 684	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Welcome from another NJ member...Sorry to hear about your uncle, but glad you are saving his truck....should be a nice project ! Keep them old stepsides rollin'



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02-12-2014, 05:11 PM	#17
DGulliver Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Southern TN Posts: 227	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Welcome from Tennessee, Rico- you're in the right place! If it's mine, I'd repair the linkage, clean the tank and other fluids, freshen the brakes/wheel bearings and drive it! I love the spare tire on the side and the cab lights, enjoy it! __________________ '72 Chevrolet Step Side 350/TH350, '63 C10 Step V8 '74 Trans Am 400, '80 Trans Am Indy Pace Car Mercedes AMG S55, SLK230 Kompressor, GL450 '96 Dodge Indy Ram Official Indy Truck '99 Porsche 911 Carrera

02-12-2014, 05:22 PM	#18
rico73 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bridgeton New Jersey Posts: 20	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper D Gulliver the truck runs like a beast It was just on the road a couple of weeks ago. I'm thinking the same maybe a tune up a little clean up and off to the races!! Any ideas on where I can get the linkage parts??

02-12-2014, 08:27 PM	#19
DGulliver Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Southern TN Posts: 227	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Rico, my first choice would be getting any parts you need through some of the board members here. You're gonna get the best deals on anything you need, and more importantly the knowledge and expertise from these guys who actually own, build, drive these trucks. There is a vendor section with it's own page and threads.. __________________ '72 Chevrolet Step Side 350/TH350, '63 C10 Step V8 '74 Trans Am 400, '80 Trans Am Indy Pace Car Mercedes AMG S55, SLK230 Kompressor, GL450 '96 Dodge Indy Ram Official Indy Truck '99 Porsche 911 Carrera

02-12-2014, 08:50 PM	#20
gvw5400 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Colorado Rocky Mountains Posts: 263	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Welcome from the Colorado rockies! I love the story of your truck. Have a blast making it into YOUR truck! This site rocks, your going to find helpful tips and encouragement here! All the best, Dirk

02-12-2014, 09:27 PM	#21
502ms Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,523	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Welcome! Definitely get the mechanicals figured out, and then decide if you want to turn into a cruiser, a track monster, or a little of both. I started mine as a frame layer, and decided that I wanted more power....so now I have both (power and ability to lay frame) __________________ Best Regards, Leon M. Instagram: @TheDirtyDianah Bagged \| 6.0L LS \| T-56 (6-Speed Manual) \| Turbo Burnout/Rolling Video: Chevy C10 Stepside 6.0L LSx & 6-Speed Manual

02-12-2014, 10:05 PM	#22
rico73 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bridgeton New Jersey Posts: 20	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Thanks to all of you for welcoming me so far I feel right at home on this sight already!!

02-13-2014, 11:17 AM	#23
Ft.ValloniaStreaker Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Southern Indiana Posts: 160	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper If your uncle rigged the linkage then you may need to repair....but I've found the only thing wrong when having trouble shifting is, your not doing it the way Grandpa or cousin Eddie did it all those years. Those things have a memory. That's why the PO will always say they never had any problems.....

02-13-2014, 12:52 PM	#24
rico73 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Bridgeton New Jersey Posts: 20	Re: New Member 1967 SWB stepper Nah it's rigged he has a u bolt that holds cable together. It is holding the linkge for first and reverse in place and when it vibrates loose the rod falls and jams the other gears

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