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**1968k20** · 09-09-2016, 08:59 PM

1967 k20 292 4 speed Rockwell 221. Bought it from a lady that lives in NV. Her Dad lived in Wyoming, and was in the middle of restoring it when he passed away. The frame and running gear has been restored as has the engine. There are many new parts that came with it. It was rolled before, so I will have to put another body on it. I sold my 70k10 to get this one. It is an original owner Suburban with three rows of seats. Looking forward to getting started on it.

**1968k20** · 09-09-2016, 09:01 PM

How many of you have 67's?

**1968k20** · 09-09-2016, 09:03 PM

Not familiar with the Rockwell 221

**1968k20** · 09-09-2016, 09:04 PM

Rebuilt 292

**1968k20** · 09-09-2016, 09:05 PM

Rearend

**LockDoc** · 09-10-2016, 07:59 AM

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Even if you can't use the body it has a lot of good useable parts on it. It will make a good rig when finished.

Mine was a '69 (sold it a while back) but I would rather have a '67 or '68. Keep us posted on the progress.....

LockDoc

vectorit · 09-19-2016, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 1968k20

Not familiar with the Rockwell 221

The Rockwell T-221 is a tough Tcase, they are noisey and like to mark their territory with oil drips. Parts are getting harder to find as time goes by, though you can still get the parts from one or two distributors.

**1968k20** · 09-19-2016, 07:43 PM

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Originally Posted by vectorit

The Rockwell T-221 is a tough Tcase, they are noisey and like to mark their territory with oil drips. Parts are getting harder to find as time goes by, though you can still get the parts from one or two distributors.

Thank you for the info. I got 2 Rockwells out of the deal and that gear splitter. What would be the advantage to installing the splitter?

vectorit · 09-19-2016, 08:44 PM

The splitter gives you more gears to shift into, so it can be very beneficial when towing.

It's just a miniature of what is in the big rigs.

This 1967 is set up just like my 1968, except mine was ordered with the 327 v8 engine. Your Eaton gear ratio is more than likely .457 like mine, so it is all about low speed power. When it comes to highway speeds, the best mine and yours does is about 65 MPH. Even at 65 MPH the truck is working hard, and you are using more fuel than needed. So, 55 MPH is a good all around speed with out over doing things.
This splitter would give you more gears on the top end, so it's like turning that SM465 into a 6 speed I think.

**HO455** · 09-17-2016, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 1968k20

How many of you have 67's?

Good score. My suburban is a 67 and green like yours.

**1968k20** · 09-17-2016, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by HO455

Good score. My suburban is a 67 and green like yours.

Is it a 4wd? What engine/trans do you have?

**HO455** · 09-17-2016, 04:18 PM

It a two wheel drive with a 305 and T400. If you are interested you can see it on the Working Man's Burban thread.

**Ol Blue K20** · 09-10-2016, 12:23 PM

Awesome find. Looking forward to some more pics and progress.

**1968k20** · 09-10-2016, 10:04 PM

Unloaded the heavy parts today out of the Suburban. The tow hooks were under the last transfer case that I removed. Not sure if they are factory? Included is a 4 speed trans,2 Rockwell 221's, and a doubler? What exactly does that do?number not the tow hooks is b280433.

**1968k20** · 09-10-2016, 10:05 PM

Doubler

vectorit · 09-19-2016, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by 1968k20

Doubler

This is an old gear splitter from the 1960's, and it still being made today by Advance Adapters. The newer models are an aluminum cased unit.

**Ol Blue K20** · 09-10-2016, 10:58 PM

The tow hooks look like rear ones. I'm not sure on the doubler

**bonestock72** · 09-12-2016, 11:42 AM

You gonna sell the headliner out of the partsmonster body?

Average Joe · 09-12-2016, 09:10 PM

You are cornering the market on 67-72 Burb's!

Nice find!

**1968k20** · 09-14-2016, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by bonestock72

You gonna sell the headliner out of the partsmonster body?

I will have to check to see what I have, and I will let you know. Have you sold your '67 Pickup yet?

**bonestock72** · 09-15-2016, 06:00 AM

Sorry, missed this response. Still have the 68 C 20

**1968k20** · 09-15-2016, 06:40 AM

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Originally Posted by bonestock72

Sorry, missed this response. Still have the 68 C 20

Checked spring hangers, but someone has done some welding/cutting on them.

Cobalt964ruf · 09-13-2016, 11:35 PM

nice find

**1968k20** · 09-19-2016, 09:26 PM

I will probably just set it up with the original running gear. I live a mile from work and will use my '91 to go longer distances. Is there a market for these "overdrives"?

vectorit · 09-20-2016, 10:04 AM

I don't really know.
There must be, since you can still buy them new.

I think most people go with a Gear Vendors unit, since that device is mounted at the tail shaft rather than the input shaft.

09-09-2016, 08:59 PM	#1
1968k20 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chester,California Posts: 5,632	Followed me home 1967 k20 292 4 speed Rockwell 221. Bought it from a lady that lives in NV. Her Dad lived in Wyoming, and was in the middle of restoring it when he passed away. The frame and running gear has been restored as has the engine. There are many new parts that came with it. It was rolled before, so I will have to put another body on it. I sold my 70k10 to get this one. It is an original owner Suburban with three rows of seats. Looking forward to getting started on it. Attached Images __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K10 SWB Project 350/4spd/np205 1977 Chevrolet K20 LWB 350/350/203 1991 4Runner 22RE 5 SPD Yanmar Tractor 3 Cyl Diesel

09-09-2016, 09:01 PM	#2
1968k20 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chester,California Posts: 5,632	Re: Followed me home How many of you have 67's? Attached Images __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K10 SWB Project 350/4spd/np205 1977 Chevrolet K20 LWB 350/350/203 1991 4Runner 22RE 5 SPD Yanmar Tractor 3 Cyl Diesel

09-09-2016, 09:03 PM	#3
1968k20 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chester,California Posts: 5,632	Re: Followed me home Not familiar with the Rockwell 221 Attached Images __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K10 SWB Project 350/4spd/np205 1977 Chevrolet K20 LWB 350/350/203 1991 4Runner 22RE 5 SPD Yanmar Tractor 3 Cyl Diesel

09-09-2016, 09:04 PM	#4
1968k20 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chester,California Posts: 5,632	Re: Followed me home Rebuilt 292 Attached Images __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K10 SWB Project 350/4spd/np205 1977 Chevrolet K20 LWB 350/350/203 1991 4Runner 22RE 5 SPD Yanmar Tractor 3 Cyl Diesel

09-09-2016, 09:05 PM	#5
1968k20 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chester,California Posts: 5,632	Re: Followed me home Rearend Attached Images __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K10 SWB Project 350/4spd/np205 1977 Chevrolet K20 LWB 350/350/203 1991 4Runner 22RE 5 SPD Yanmar Tractor 3 Cyl Diesel

09-10-2016, 07:59 AM	#6
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,799	Re: Followed me home - Even if you can't use the body it has a lot of good useable parts on it. It will make a good rig when finished. Mine was a '69 (sold it a while back) but I would rather have a '67 or '68. Keep us posted on the progress..... LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

09-19-2016, 08:44 PM	#9
vectorit What? Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 7,617	Re: Followed me home The splitter gives you more gears to shift into, so it can be very beneficial when towing. It's just a miniature of what is in the big rigs. This 1967 is set up just like my 1968, except mine was ordered with the 327 v8 engine. Your Eaton gear ratio is more than likely .457 like mine, so it is all about low speed power. When it comes to highway speeds, the best mine and yours does is about 65 MPH. Even at 65 MPH the truck is working hard, and you are using more fuel than needed. So, 55 MPH is a good all around speed with out over doing things. This splitter would give you more gears on the top end, so it's like turning that SM465 into a 6 speed I think. __________________ Chris 1968 K20 Suburban 1972 K10 LWB PU

09-17-2016, 04:18 PM	#12
HO455 Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portland Oregon Posts: 11,382	Re: Followed me home It a two wheel drive with a 305 and T400. If you are interested you can see it on the Working Man's Burban thread. __________________ Thanks to Bob and Jeanie and everyone else at Superior Performance for all their great help. RIP Bob Parks. 1967 Burban (the WMB),1988 S10 Blazer (the Stink10 II),1969 GTO (the Goat), 1970 Javelin, 1952 F2 Ford OHC six 4X4, 29 Model A, 72 Firebird (the DBP Bird). 85 Alfa Romeo If it breaks I didn't want it in the first place The WMB repair thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=698377

09-10-2016, 12:23 PM	#13
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,245	Re: Followed me home Awesome find. Looking forward to some more pics and progress. __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

09-10-2016, 10:04 PM	#14
1968k20 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chester,California Posts: 5,632	Re: Followed me home Unloaded the heavy parts today out of the Suburban. The tow hooks were under the last transfer case that I removed. Not sure if they are factory? Included is a 4 speed trans,2 Rockwell 221's, and a doubler? What exactly does that do?number not the tow hooks is b280433. Attached Images __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K10 SWB Project 350/4spd/np205 1977 Chevrolet K20 LWB 350/350/203 1991 4Runner 22RE 5 SPD Yanmar Tractor 3 Cyl Diesel

09-10-2016, 10:05 PM	#15
1968k20 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chester,California Posts: 5,632	Re: Followed me home Doubler Attached Images __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K10 SWB Project 350/4spd/np205 1977 Chevrolet K20 LWB 350/350/203 1991 4Runner 22RE 5 SPD Yanmar Tractor 3 Cyl Diesel

09-10-2016, 10:58 PM	#17
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,245	Re: Followed me home The tow hooks look like rear ones. I'm not sure on the doubler __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

09-12-2016, 11:42 AM	#18
bonestock72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: sierraville ca Posts: 425	Re: Followed me home You gonna sell the headliner out of the partsmonster body?

09-12-2016, 09:10 PM	#19
Average Joe Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 1,352	Re: Followed me home You are cornering the market on 67-72 Burb's! Nice find! __________________ 1967 C10 Suburban 454/TH400/3.07's An Average Joe and His 'Burb: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=775843

09-15-2016, 06:00 AM	#21
bonestock72 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: sierraville ca Posts: 425	Re: Followed me home Sorry, missed this response. Still have the 68 C 20



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09-13-2016, 11:35 PM	#23
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09-19-2016, 09:26 PM	#24
1968k20 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Chester,California Posts: 5,632	Re: Followed me home I will probably just set it up with the original running gear. I live a mile from work and will use my '91 to go longer distances. Is there a market for these "overdrives"? __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K10 SWB Project 350/4spd/np205 1977 Chevrolet K20 LWB 350/350/203 1991 4Runner 22RE 5 SPD Yanmar Tractor 3 Cyl Diesel

09-20-2016, 10:04 AM	#25
vectorit What? Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 7,617	Re: Followed me home I don't really know. There must be, since you can still buy them new. I think most people go with a Gear Vendors unit, since that device is mounted at the tail shaft rather than the input shaft. __________________ Chris 1968 K20 Suburban 1972 K10 LWB PU

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