Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread - Page 15 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

shawno72 · 02-01-2013, 08:56 PM

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You'll love the 700r4! I put one in my 79 Chevy and it worked great.....enjoy!!!!
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I plan to just drive the wheels off it

shawno72 · 02-02-2013, 04:20 PM

Ok guys and gals I have a question and want your opinions. I saw this pic posted this morning and like the look of thin whites with the chrome trim rings. Do you think it will look good with my style center cap?
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fastcam1 · 02-02-2013, 04:23 PM

I think it would look sweet!
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shawno72 · 02-02-2013, 04:31 PM

I was thinking so too. Here is the link of the rings I was considering
http://www.ebay.com/itm/220890655547...84.m1438.l2649

shawno72 · 02-02-2013, 06:54 PM

Ok kinda of a slow day at work so I put the truck on the lift and took some before pics with the manual trans so that I would have record of what used to be in there. You know this tranny has been in the truck since 1968 I'm sure and even though it grinds and makes noise in every gear except 4th a small part of me is gonna miss it...................NOT!!!!!! I hate that thing

In all seriousness for for almost a year and a half that tranny has got me everywhere I needed to go.

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CC69Rat · 02-02-2013, 07:10 PM

I like the idea. I have never seen copos with trim rings. Usuallly copo = plain jane.
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shawno72 · 02-02-2013, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

I like the idea. I have never seen copos with trim rings. Usuallly copo = plain jane.
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I'm thinking it might look cool with the black wheels?

Russ.W. · 02-02-2013, 09:11 PM

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Originally Posted by shawno72

Ok guys and gals I have a question and want your opinions. I saw this pic posted this morning and like the look of thin whites with the chrome trim rings. Do you think it will look good with my style center cap?

I asked myself this question a few months back. I put a set of 17" Rallye's and thin whites on my Impala but wasn't sure if trim rings were needed or not. After putting them on, I decided not to bother with the rings. The white line kind of acts as a trim ring, in a visual kind of sense. I decided putting on rings would make the wheels look too busy.

Sounds silly but I like the look of just thin whites with caps. No rings.

shawno72 · 02-02-2013, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Russ.W.

I asked myself this question a few months back. I put a set of 17" Rallye's and thin whites on my Impala but wasn't sure if trim rings were needed or not. After putting them on, I decided not to bother with the rings. The white line kind of acts as a trim ring, in a visual kind of sense. I decided putting on rings would make the wheels look too busy.

Sounds silly but I like the look of just thin whites with caps. No rings.

On those wheels witht the slots you nailed it without the rings, imo. On the stock steelies I already had the thin whites and thought it was to much white, maybe a chrome trim ring to break up the white, as someone earlier mentioned, will help. I am just so undecided, I think I will ask my buddy Gilbert (sick5) to lend me his rings for a day or two and try them

shawno72 · 02-02-2013, 09:40 PM

Stuff for the tranny swap next week.
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C10_ustacould · 02-02-2013, 09:57 PM

'Bout ready aren't you!

shawno72 · 02-02-2013, 10:14 PM

I've been waiting for this for over a year!! Oh yeah I'm ready

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NewType72 · 02-02-2013, 11:29 PM

whole new crossmember?

shawno72 · 02-02-2013, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by NewType72

whole new crossmember?

No I may just grind out the rivets and just install the lower section.

502ms · 02-03-2013, 12:17 AM

coming along very nicely!

shawno72 · 02-03-2013, 12:23 AM

Thanks Leon, I'm getting really excited if you couldn't tell.

If anyone has a tubular trans xmember let me know asap.

Rusbuilt · 02-03-2013, 12:27 AM

Oh yeah! I like the trim rings with the caps!!

shawno72 · 02-03-2013, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Rusbuilt

Oh yeah! I like the trim rings with the caps!!

White walls or black?

Rusbuilt · 02-03-2013, 12:30 AM

Idk, I think it would look good either way.

502ms · 02-03-2013, 01:30 AM

I agree. But I say if possible, just keep a set of each (all black tire set, and a set with trim rims and whitewalls).

Never get bored that way

shawno72 · 02-03-2013, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by 502ms

I agree. But I say if possible, just keep a set of each (all black tire set, and a set with trim rims and whitewalls).

Never get bored that way

Good idea Leon, like having air ride. Some days your low and other days your not, HA who am I kidding riding low EVERY day with bags

**lolife99** · 02-03-2013, 11:33 AM

No trim ring.
Defeats the Copo/poverty cap look.

shawno72 · 02-03-2013, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

No trim ring.
Defeats the Copo/poverty cap look.

Good point Keith, like stated earlier, will probably look to busy.

502ms · 02-03-2013, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by shawno72

Good idea Leon, like having air ride. Some days your low and other days your not, HA who am I kidding riding low EVERY day with bags

LOL!

Yup. But I start out low. Then go full up. Then lay down. Then ride dirty. Then ride hot rod. Then ride low low low. Then repeat. You love it.

I park laid flat out.
BTW,I know you are looking forward to your new transmission. I am looking forward to my new motor and 6 gears. I am hoping to see some nice mpgs too.
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shawno72 · 02-03-2013, 03:11 PM

"Slow and low that is the tempo"
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02-02-2013, 04:20 PM	#352
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread Ok guys and gals I have a question and want your opinions. I saw this pic posted this morning and like the look of thin whites with the chrome trim rings. Do you think it will look good with my style center cap? __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

02-02-2013, 04:23 PM	#353
fastcam1 Young gun Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Spanaway WA Posts: 631	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread I think it would look sweet! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 67 SWB Custom "JANE" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554024 Northwest C10's http://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/Norhtwestc10s/ Cameron sparks

02-02-2013, 04:31 PM	#354
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread I was thinking so too. Here is the link of the rings I was considering http://www.ebay.com/itm/220890655547...84.m1438.l2649 __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

02-02-2013, 06:54 PM	#355
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread Ok kinda of a slow day at work so I put the truck on the lift and took some before pics with the manual trans so that I would have record of what used to be in there. You know this tranny has been in the truck since 1968 I'm sure and even though it grinds and makes noise in every gear except 4th a small part of me is gonna miss it...................NOT!!!!!! I hate that thing In all seriousness for for almost a year and a half that tranny has got me everywhere I needed to go. __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

02-02-2013, 07:10 PM	#356
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,213	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread I like the idea. I have never seen copos with trim rings. Usuallly copo = plain jane. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 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)

02-02-2013, 09:40 PM	#360
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread Stuff for the tranny swap next week. __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

02-02-2013, 09:57 PM	#361
C10_ustacould A day late and $1 short... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northwest FL Posts: 3,877	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread 'Bout ready aren't you! __________________ Buck Instagram: C10_ustacould 1963 SWB Fleet Side 528 Desert Beige Milly 1967 SWB Step Side 506 Medium Blue The Old Girl 1968 SWB Fleet Side 503 Light Green Ellie SOLD 1965 SWB Fleet Side 507 Light Blue Prescription Strength SOLD 1971 SWB Fleet Side 521 White Shiro SOLD 1968 SWB Step Side 503 Light Green My Old Farm Truck SOLD

02-02-2013, 10:14 PM	#362
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread I've been waiting for this for over a year!! Oh yeah I'm ready Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

02-02-2013, 11:29 PM	#363
NewType72 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: turlock Posts: 2,177	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread whole new crossmember? __________________ Project NewType 1972 Chevy C/10 Cheyenne Super ( Daily Driven Showtruck ) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=507903 Project Great Grandpa's Legacy 1973 Chevy C/10 Cheyenne ( Current daily driver collecting big time parts ) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...89#post7084289 - Dylan (209)-985-7721

02-03-2013, 12:17 AM	#365
502ms Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,523	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread coming along very nicely! __________________ 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

02-03-2013, 12:23 AM	#366
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread Thanks Leon, I'm getting really excited if you couldn't tell. If anyone has a tubular trans xmember let me know asap. __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

02-03-2013, 12:27 AM	#367
Rusbuilt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 5,381	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread Oh yeah! I like the trim rings with the caps!! __________________ -Rus PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULINPaypal donations accepted @ rus1785@yahoo.com Rusbuilt's garage 1968 Chevy C-30 Darcy SOLD Rusbuilt shop truck *SOLD*

02-03-2013, 12:30 AM	#369
Rusbuilt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 5,381	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread Idk, I think it would look good either way. __________________ -Rus PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULINPaypal donations accepted @ rus1785@yahoo.com Rusbuilt's garage 1968 Chevy C-30 Darcy SOLD Rusbuilt shop truck *SOLD*

02-03-2013, 01:30 AM	#370
502ms Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,523	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread I agree. But I say if possible, just keep a set of each (all black tire set, and a set with trim rims and whitewalls). Never get bored that way __________________ 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

02-03-2013, 11:33 AM	#372
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread No trim ring. Defeats the Copo/poverty cap look. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823



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02-03-2013, 03:11 PM	#375
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: Shawno72's long overdue 68 daily driver build thread "Slow and low that is the tempo" Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

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