68' GMC Build from Sweden - Page 3 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

mcbassin · 07-22-2013, 04:19 PM

Very nice project! Love all the plans. You have made a bunch of progress in a short time.

LowLifeS10 · 12-21-2013, 07:35 PM

Whats been going on since last update:

Porterbuilt hood hinges installed:

Sold the 350 and got an camaro Ls1 engine

Finally got the wheels so the built speeds up a little

Truck lays flat for the first time.

Fenders and bedsides now cleares the wheels.

Today we started with the new bed floor...hopefully the bed frame will be done after christmas.

youtube video airs out:

Bagged & Bodied GMC with Porterbuilt...

I'll try to keep the updates coming

**lolife99** · 12-21-2013, 07:50 PM

Badass truck!

chuckmc8 · 12-21-2013, 08:52 PM

very nice work!

duallyjams · 12-21-2013, 09:09 PM

That's a big update, progress is looking good.

LowLifeS10 · 12-22-2013, 06:55 PM

thanks guys, appreciate it

Mr Chevorlet · 12-22-2013, 11:31 PM

Very nice build. I like the look.

mcbassin · 12-23-2013, 09:22 AM

Very nice progress! you are knocking this truck out!

LowLifeS10 · 12-24-2013, 08:36 AM

thanks for your comments

. will continue with the bed tomorrow. We'll keep update with pics.

coueshunter · 12-24-2013, 12:06 PM

Truck looks amazing

C10Greg · 10-09-2014, 07:48 PM

It's been a while, any updates on this build?

LowLifeS10 · 12-01-2014, 02:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C10Greg

It's been a while, any updates on this build?

We´re so lazy to update the thread but I´m on it now

LowLifeS10 · 12-01-2014, 02:56 PM

Its a slow going project but we'll expect it to be ready by the summer. It has to

If you wonder something ask it, Ill just post the pictures for now.

The engine sits between the frame rails for its first time.

Sanderson headers

Accuair e-level mounted on one of the tanks.

I-level

The drive shaft had to be shortenend.

Mount/rack for the batteries

Exhausts:

Cleaning up some things:

Bear claw latches:

LowLifeS10 · 12-01-2014, 03:18 PM

Mount for the ipand mini that goes into the dash.

Then we stared with the bed again, some changes, decided to use the bedwood in a frame we could open and use sheet metal around the hatch.

Time to modify the original wheel tubs so itll fit the new floor height.

the new one towards the old one.

Sheet metal.

In june we moved the truck out to get a better view. looks nice.

Continued with the bed.

away with the stake pockets.

Under dash stuff going on.

LowLifeS10 · 12-01-2014, 03:32 PM

More cleaning up.

had to make room for the tires.

Then it was time for some door panels and sound system to be made (not done yet).

not so satisfied with the door handles though so I'll guess we figure something else out.

Trans tunnel done.

Rear axle painted.

LowLifeS10 · 12-01-2014, 03:51 PM

On august 12 the engine started for the first time in our possession.

Video on that: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mz_Y..._6zhNYd8Hfy5xg

And later that month we got the honor to drive the truck for the first time since 2011.

fun little video on that: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4EIX...ature=youtu.be

pics:

And for now, as of yesterday, we're here, making the wheel wells in the front.

Just to point out, there is no fancy machines in this built. just old fashion hand made stufft, welder and a grinder

Pinky6872 · 12-01-2014, 05:21 PM

The truck is coming together nicely. Nice work!

LowLifeS10 · 12-01-2014, 07:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pinky6872

The truck is coming together nicely. Nice work!

thank you man

elbine69 · 12-01-2014, 09:39 PM

The truck looks so awesome all laid out, great job!

LowLifeS10 · 12-02-2014, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by elbine69

The truck looks so awesome all laid out, great job!

thanks, yeah I really love to just stare at it all laid out

LowLifeS10 · 12-07-2014, 03:47 PM

Made some radiator support covers today, just tacked up for now, but it looks great I think.

mjensen · 12-07-2014, 05:32 PM

Looking awesome!

OKGMC4 · 12-07-2014, 05:58 PM

Loving this truck!

LowLifeS10 · 12-07-2014, 07:14 PM

thanks guys, appreciate it!

LowLifeS10 · 01-20-2015, 03:35 PM

The core support, radiator all finished up, added access to the radiator cap. The wheel wells didnt turn out as we hoped for so'll be making new ones, ordered a bead roller so its going to look better when we redo them...

Started the install of the vintage air system, damn tight under dash, had to redo some stuff for it to work.

07-22-2013, 04:19 PM	#51
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden Very nice project! Love all the plans. You have made a bunch of progress in a short time. __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

12-21-2013, 07:50 PM	#53
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,700	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden Badass truck! __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

12-21-2013, 08:52 PM	#54
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12-21-2013, 09:09 PM	#55
duallyjams Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Deale Md Posts: 4,663	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden That's a big update, progress is looking good. __________________ James 63 GMC V6 4speed carryall 65 chevy swb bbw V8 auto 68 K20 327/4 speed, buddy buckets 2002 GMC CC Dually Duramax 64 GMC lwb 3/4 V6 4speed SOLD 66 GMC swb bbw buddy buckets SOLD IG duallyjams The only thing that stays the same is constant change!

12-22-2013, 06:55 PM	#56
LowLifeS10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 165	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden thanks guys, appreciate it __________________ GMC C15 -68 project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=526059 Front/back Porterbuilt dropmember, Accuair, LS1/4L60e Chevrolet C20 -72 C20 to K10/20 conversion, LS power.

12-22-2013, 11:31 PM	#57
Mr Chevorlet Rusty Nuts Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Clever Missouri Posts: 1,338	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden Very nice build. I like the look. __________________ (Clever Missouri) Southwest Larry Mr Chevrolet My Build, The Marathon Truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=604414

12-23-2013, 09:22 AM	#58
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden Very nice progress! you are knocking this truck out! __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

12-24-2013, 08:36 AM	#59
LowLifeS10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 165	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden thanks for your comments . will continue with the bed tomorrow. We'll keep update with pics. __________________ GMC C15 -68 project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=526059 Front/back Porterbuilt dropmember, Accuair, LS1/4L60e Chevrolet C20 -72 C20 to K10/20 conversion, LS power.

12-24-2013, 12:06 PM	#60
coueshunter Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Alliance, Oh Posts: 77	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden Truck looks amazing

10-09-2014, 07:48 PM	#61
C10Greg Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Bay Area California Posts: 177	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden It's been a while, any updates on this build?

12-01-2014, 02:56 PM	#63
LowLifeS10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 165	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden (BIG picture update) Its a slow going project but we'll expect it to be ready by the summer. It has to If you wonder something ask it, Ill just post the pictures for now. The engine sits between the frame rails for its first time. Sanderson headers Accuair e-level mounted on one of the tanks. I-level The drive shaft had to be shortenend. Mount/rack for the batteries Exhausts: Cleaning up some things: Bear claw latches: __________________ GMC C15 -68 project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=526059 Front/back Porterbuilt dropmember, Accuair, LS1/4L60e Chevrolet C20 -72 C20 to K10/20 conversion, LS power.

12-01-2014, 03:18 PM	#64
LowLifeS10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 165	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden Mount for the ipand mini that goes into the dash. Then we stared with the bed again, some changes, decided to use the bedwood in a frame we could open and use sheet metal around the hatch. Time to modify the original wheel tubs so itll fit the new floor height. the new one towards the old one. Sheet metal. In june we moved the truck out to get a better view. looks nice. Continued with the bed. away with the stake pockets. Under dash stuff going on. __________________ GMC C15 -68 project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=526059 Front/back Porterbuilt dropmember, Accuair, LS1/4L60e Chevrolet C20 -72 C20 to K10/20 conversion, LS power.

12-01-2014, 03:32 PM	#65
LowLifeS10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 165	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden More cleaning up. had to make room for the tires. Then it was time for some door panels and sound system to be made (not done yet). not so satisfied with the door handles though so I'll guess we figure something else out. Trans tunnel done. Rear axle painted. __________________ GMC C15 -68 project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=526059 Front/back Porterbuilt dropmember, Accuair, LS1/4L60e Chevrolet C20 -72 C20 to K10/20 conversion, LS power.

12-01-2014, 03:51 PM	#66
LowLifeS10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 165	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden On august 12 the engine started for the first time in our possession. Video on that: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mz_Y..._6zhNYd8Hfy5xg And later that month we got the honor to drive the truck for the first time since 2011. fun little video on that: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4EIX...ature=youtu.be pics: And for now, as of yesterday, we're here, making the wheel wells in the front. Just to point out, there is no fancy machines in this built. just old fashion hand made stufft, welder and a grinder __________________ GMC C15 -68 project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=526059 Front/back Porterbuilt dropmember, Accuair, LS1/4L60e Chevrolet C20 -72 C20 to K10/20 conversion, LS power. Last edited by LowLifeS10; 12-01-2014 at 04:03 PM.

12-01-2014, 05:21 PM	#67
Pinky6872 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: South Jordan, UT Posts: 162	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden The truck is coming together nicely. Nice work! __________________ My Dropmember Equipped Build Instagram @chrispinkosky



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12-01-2014, 09:39 PM	#69
elbine69 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: ny Posts: 94	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden The truck looks so awesome all laid out, great job! __________________ Check out my thread: 69 GMC build, 20s, full frame, LS, bagged, bodied

12-07-2014, 03:47 PM	#71
LowLifeS10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 165	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden Made some radiator support covers today, just tacked up for now, but it looks great I think. __________________ GMC C15 -68 project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=526059 Front/back Porterbuilt dropmember, Accuair, LS1/4L60e Chevrolet C20 -72 C20 to K10/20 conversion, LS power.

12-07-2014, 05:32 PM	#72
mjensen Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Utah Posts: 1,562	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden Looking awesome! __________________ Mike '69 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Build Thread

12-07-2014, 05:58 PM	#73
OKGMC4 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Broken Arrow, OK Posts: 1,234	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden Loving this truck! __________________ 56 GMC BUILD THREAD: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=368649 69 long bed Chevy turned 67 gmc jimmy roadster: https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=851167

12-07-2014, 07:14 PM	#74
LowLifeS10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 165	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden thanks guys, appreciate it! __________________ GMC C15 -68 project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=526059 Front/back Porterbuilt dropmember, Accuair, LS1/4L60e Chevrolet C20 -72 C20 to K10/20 conversion, LS power.

01-20-2015, 03:35 PM	#75
LowLifeS10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Sweden Posts: 165	Re: 68' GMC Build from Sweden The core support, radiator all finished up, added access to the radiator cap. The wheel wells didnt turn out as we hoped for so'll be making new ones, ordered a bead roller so its going to look better when we redo them... Started the install of the vintage air system, damn tight under dash, had to redo some stuff for it to work. __________________ GMC C15 -68 project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=526059 Front/back Porterbuilt dropmember, Accuair, LS1/4L60e Chevrolet C20 -72 C20 to K10/20 conversion, LS power.

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