Newb from western PA - 69 GMC mutt - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

SHANE 73Z · 04-09-2008, 02:01 AM

Hi all,

Just wanted to stop by & introduce myself. Gotta say theres a wealth of knowledge here, as I have been catching up on my reading.

Its getting time for me to tear back into the truck that I built in high school. Its been a lawn ornament for nearly the last decade. My father & I built it back about 93.

We sarted with a 71 Chevy K10 that we were only able to salvage the drivetrain from. The rear rails broke in half when we pulled the wood bed off. We then happened onto a 69 GMC 2500 2wd that we intended to use the panels from, but instead just swapped the front 4wd components onto the 2wd frame. We then made our own spring perches for the 4wd rear axle to bolt to the 2wd springs. Shortly after we put it onto the road, the t350 tranny bought the farm so we procured a sm465/t221 combo & swapped it in.

The next iteration will complete the 1 ton running gear, eliminate the 4" front springs/lifted rear perches and make it a suitable semi-daily driver. I am figuring a Dana 60 front, ff 14 bolt rear, stock (or closer to stock) ride height & some bushwacker flares to cover 33s or 35s.

If you got this far I will ask the first question. I know the interchange for the front D60 but is there a rear axle that will be a direct swap to the 2wd springs/perch spacing? If it had discs it would be even better.

Thanks for letting me ramble,
Shane

L0WRIDE · 04-09-2008, 02:44 AM

Welcome to the boards

DREAMS OF A 67 · 04-09-2008, 02:47 AM

FROM KNOXVILLE TN!!!

72BlckButy · 04-09-2008, 04:01 AM

to the board from Mid-MO!!!

You'll find this place to become your second home. There's tons of information, friends, parts, .... and so much more.

Just to wanted to bring this to your attention....

2008 Board Meet in Big Sandy, TN

jsbgump · 04-09-2008, 06:07 AM

Welcome to the board from Texas

krue · 04-09-2008, 06:22 AM

Welcome to the board from South Mississippi!

**Ron 586** · 04-09-2008, 08:00 AM

Welcome to the board from West Tennessee.

Bishops Trucks · 04-09-2008, 08:10 AM

Welcome to the board from Vienna, Austria.

shaneschevys · 04-09-2008, 08:11 AM

Welcome from FT Worth TX.

CJ5 Convert · 04-09-2008, 08:50 AM

Welcome from Sunny Las Cruces New Mexico. -Jason

SHANE 73Z · 04-09-2008, 08:55 AM

Holy cow, I didnt realize what a diverse (as far as locations) crowd we have here. The other car geek Forums I belong to, seem to have little patches of members. I look forward to spending time here.

Thanks again,
Shane

wedgemon · 04-09-2008, 06:31 PM

Hey from near Reno,NV (Formerly of Zelienople, Butler County PA!!)

- Dave

Cyclone44 · 04-09-2008, 07:06 PM

Welcome from Knoxville Tn....

Ironhead · 04-11-2008, 03:47 AM

Welcome - From North-Central PA (Tioga County)

turk54 · 04-11-2008, 04:38 PM

Welcome from another newb in NW PA.

bowtier · 04-11-2008, 05:12 PM

I'm just up north of you, close to turk. Holler if you ever need a hand.

Oh, and you'll get better response on your question if you post it in the 4x4 section.

SHANE 73Z · 04-12-2008, 02:32 AM

Nice to hear from some local guys as well. I am in the process of moving from Meadow Lands to Economy, PA. I grew up in the central part of the state though DuBois to be exact.

Gotta get her back home first. Ive been reading trying to figure out the best donor for axles. If I cant find what Im looking for Ill post up.

Take care,
Shane

Old Chevy Mech · 04-22-2008, 08:26 PM

from CT!
(originally from PA)

Frank

tcb-1 · 04-23-2008, 03:31 AM

Welcome Aboard from Shawnee, KS!!

04-09-2008, 02:01 AM	#1
SHANE 73Z Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 144	Newb from western PA - 69 GMC mutt Hi all, Just wanted to stop by & introduce myself. Gotta say theres a wealth of knowledge here, as I have been catching up on my reading. Its getting time for me to tear back into the truck that I built in high school. Its been a lawn ornament for nearly the last decade. My father & I built it back about 93. We sarted with a 71 Chevy K10 that we were only able to salvage the drivetrain from. The rear rails broke in half when we pulled the wood bed off. We then happened onto a 69 GMC 2500 2wd that we intended to use the panels from, but instead just swapped the front 4wd components onto the 2wd frame. We then made our own spring perches for the 4wd rear axle to bolt to the 2wd springs. Shortly after we put it onto the road, the t350 tranny bought the farm so we procured a sm465/t221 combo & swapped it in. The next iteration will complete the 1 ton running gear, eliminate the 4" front springs/lifted rear perches and make it a suitable semi-daily driver. I am figuring a Dana 60 front, ff 14 bolt rear, stock (or closer to stock) ride height & some bushwacker flares to cover 33s or 35s. If you got this far I will ask the first question. I know the interchange for the front D60 but is there a rear axle that will be a direct swap to the 2wd springs/perch spacing? If it had discs it would be even better. Thanks for letting me ramble, Shane

04-09-2008, 02:44 AM	#2
L0WRIDE Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND Posts: 2,166	Re: Newb from western PA - 69 GMC mutt Welcome to the boards __________________ 49 CHEVROLET 1/2 TON, 52 CHEVROLET SEDAN 62 HARDTOP NOVA 65 CHEVROLET BB LWB FLEETSIDE 90 CHEVROLET EXTRA CAB CHEVY ONLY - NZ Chapter http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=137984

04-09-2008, 02:47 AM	#3
DREAMS OF A 67 Step Brother Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: knoxville TN Posts: 1,950	Re: Newb from western PA - 69 GMC mutt FROM KNOXVILLE TN!!!

04-09-2008, 04:01 AM	#4
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Newb from western PA - 69 GMC mutt to the board from Mid-MO!!! You'll find this place to become your second home. There's tons of information, friends, parts, .... and so much more. Just to wanted to bring this to your attention.... 2008 Board Meet in Big Sandy, TN __________________ -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)

04-09-2008, 06:07 AM	#5
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: Newb from western PA - 69 GMC mutt Welcome to the board from Texas __________________ 68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop Frame of resto has been started 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616

04-09-2008, 06:22 AM	#6
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,448	Re: Newb from western PA - 69 GMC mutt Welcome to the board from South Mississippi! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

04-09-2008, 08:00 AM	#7
Ron 586 RIP Mr Ron Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Big Sandy, Tn. 38221 Posts: 8,150	Re: Newb from western PA - 69 GMC mutt Welcome to the board from West Tennessee. __________________ Ron (Mr Round Tuit) Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle TN Message Forum TN Facebook Group SETN Truck Show My Photobucket

04-09-2008, 08:10 AM	#8
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04-09-2008, 08:11 AM	#9
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04-09-2008, 08:50 AM	#10
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04-09-2008, 08:55 AM	#11
SHANE 73Z Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 144	Re: Newb from western PA - 69 GMC mutt Holy cow, I didnt realize what a diverse (as far as locations) crowd we have here. The other car geek Forums I belong to, seem to have little patches of members. I look forward to spending time here. Thanks again, Shane

04-09-2008, 06:31 PM	#12
wedgemon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Spanish Springs, NV Posts: 1,171	Re: Newb from western PA - 69 GMC mutt Hey from near Reno,NV (Formerly of Zelienople, Butler County PA!!) - Dave __________________ 2003 Silverado K1500 Z71 - Arrival Blue 1973 K5 Cheyenne Blazer 350/TH350/NP203 Kids Trucks:92 K1500 Blazer 5.7/700R4 4" lift. RETIRED: 1980 Scottsdale 4x4 Founding Member: "TILT WHEEL BELLY." Club

04-09-2008, 07:06 PM	#13
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04-11-2008, 03:47 AM	#14
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04-11-2008, 04:38 PM	#15
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04-11-2008, 05:12 PM	#16
bowtier Nobody rides free Join Date: May 2005 Location: PA Posts: 1,076	Re: Newb from western PA - 69 GMC mutt I'm just up north of you, close to turk. Holler if you ever need a hand. Oh, and you'll get better response on your question if you post it in the 4x4 section. __________________ '71 C10 LWB 400SB/350TH '86 K2O LWB 350SB/400TH-6" tuff country lift, Shackle flip - plow truck '06 HHR - wifes wheels '01 Blazer - daily driver "It's better to burn out than it is to rust." -Neil Young

04-12-2008, 02:32 AM	#17
SHANE 73Z Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 144	Re: Newb from western PA - 69 GMC mutt Nice to hear from some local guys as well. I am in the process of moving from Meadow Lands to Economy, PA. I grew up in the central part of the state though DuBois to be exact. Gotta get her back home first. Ive been reading trying to figure out the best donor for axles. If I cant find what Im looking for Ill post up. Take care, Shane

04-22-2008, 08:26 PM	#18
Old Chevy Mech Keepin it runnin! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Deep River, CT Posts: 1,036	Re: Newb from western PA - 69 GMC mutt from CT! (originally from PA) Frank __________________ 1970 K-5 4X4 Blazer 1970 K-20 4X4 Long Bed "Liberty Means Responsibility, that is why most men dread it"

04-23-2008, 03:31 AM	#19
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Newb from western PA - 69 GMC mutt Welcome Aboard from Shawnee, KS!! __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

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