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**Classic v6 GMC's** · 10-22-2016, 11:30 PM

And here are pics of the truck now.
The front should drop a little more with the motor and trans in it.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 10-22-2016, 11:35 PM

We started working on the engine mounts and also purchased the power steering bracket and power brake bracket from Captainfab (Very nice parts).

**Rolland** · 10-23-2016, 12:05 AM

Looking great Andy! However, I couldn't help noticing that your hood bird must have flown away.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 10-23-2016, 12:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rolland

Looking great Andy! However, I couldn't help noticing that your hood bird must have flown away.

Thanks Rolland and yes the hood bird flew back on the shelf. I don't want anything to happen to it while we are working on it.

namloc · 10-25-2016, 10:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Classic v6 GMC's

We started working on the engine mounts and also purchased the power steering bracket and power brake bracket from Captainfab (Very nice parts).

Lookin good.Great progress.Captainfab is a good guy and his parts are great.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 10-26-2016, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by namloc

Lookin good.Great progress.Captainfab is a good guy and his parts are great.

Thanks and yes he is.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 12-31-2016, 11:34 AM

Well I finally have some updates to post after getting side tracked with the 1967 c20.
I pulled the steering column, heater box and master cylinder. Painted the firewall and installed the power brake bracket.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 12-31-2016, 11:39 AM

Installed the power steering adapter plate and steering box. Still need to weld a piece of pipe over the bolt that goes through the top of the frame.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 12-31-2016, 11:48 AM

Removed the rear axle. Now to swap over the mounting pads.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 01-03-2017, 08:59 PM

We got all the brackets/mounting pads removed and set the axle in place.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 01-03-2017, 09:03 PM

Installed new U-bolts and 4" drop springs.

**DPowers** · 01-03-2017, 09:06 PM

Making some progress. Looks good.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 01-03-2017, 09:13 PM

Should probably have gone with 3" drop springs because the axle is barely touching the bump stops. Camper must weigh to much.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 01-03-2017, 09:17 PM

Also cut the wheel tubs so we can widen them.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 01-03-2017, 09:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DPowers

Making some progress. Looks good.

Thanks, maybe we can get her back on the road by the end of the month.

3/4ton Randy · 01-04-2017, 01:46 PM

Hey La Crosse, thanks for posting all of those pictures! I am restoring a 66 GMC and will soon be swapping in a front crossmember out of a '82 3/4 ton and a 14 bolt ff axle. I also have been wondering about replacement water pumps for these engines. Has anyone tried Flow Kooler for a water pump? Their website is www.flowcoolerwaterpumps.com Their site says that they can build a new impeller for a water pump that will flow better than the original.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 01-04-2017, 09:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 3/4ton Randy

Hey La Crosse, thanks for posting all of those pictures! I am restoring a 66 GMC and will soon be swapping in a front crossmember out of a '82 3/4 ton and a 14 bolt ff axle. I also have been wondering about replacement water pumps for these engines. Has anyone tried Flow Kooler for a water pump? Their website is www.flowcoolerwaterpumps.com Their site says that they can build a new impeller for a water pump that will flow better than the original.

Glad I could help.
I have bought a couple new old stock water pumps off of eBay over the last few months so I have not looked for new replacements.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 01-04-2017, 09:39 PM

Cut a section off of the cross sill and bolted the wheels on.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 01-04-2017, 09:41 PM

Pics

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 01-04-2017, 09:47 PM

More pics

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 01-04-2017, 10:04 PM

Removed the bumper and spare tire hanger.

**DPowers** · 01-04-2017, 11:36 PM

Thats alot of tire there. What size?

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 01-05-2017, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DPowers

Thats alot of tire there. What size?

P295/50R15

They are around 14" wide.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 01-11-2017, 07:13 PM

I picked up this 1960 GMC Hydramatic steering column a few months ago. I rebuilt it and got it installed today. Now I just need to get a new shift indicator and shift lever.
Also cut the shaft down.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 01-11-2017, 07:21 PM

Found this piece of shift linkage on a parts pick about a month ago and it just happened to be the right one.

10-22-2016, 11:30 PM	#26
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom And here are pics of the truck now. The front should drop a little more with the motor and trans in it. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

10-22-2016, 11:35 PM	#27
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom We started working on the engine mounts and also purchased the power steering bracket and power brake bracket from Captainfab (Very nice parts). Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

10-23-2016, 12:05 AM	#28
Rolland Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Colorado Springs CO Posts: 215	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom Looking great Andy! However, I couldn't help noticing that your hood bird must have flown away.

12-31-2016, 11:34 AM	#32
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom Well I finally have some updates to post after getting side tracked with the 1967 c20. I pulled the steering column, heater box and master cylinder. Painted the firewall and installed the power brake bracket. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

12-31-2016, 11:39 AM	#33
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom Installed the power steering adapter plate and steering box. Still need to weld a piece of pipe over the bolt that goes through the top of the frame. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

12-31-2016, 11:48 AM	#34
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom Removed the rear axle. Now to swap over the mounting pads. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

01-03-2017, 08:59 PM	#35
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom We got all the brackets/mounting pads removed and set the axle in place. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

01-03-2017, 09:03 PM	#36
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom Installed new U-bolts and 4" drop springs. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

01-03-2017, 09:06 PM	#37
DPowers One foot in front of the other Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Parrottsville, TN Posts: 5,442	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom Making some progress. Looks good. __________________ DP's 66 Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361556

01-03-2017, 09:13 PM	#38
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom Should probably have gone with 3" drop springs because the axle is barely touching the bump stops. Camper must weigh to much. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

01-03-2017, 09:17 PM	#39
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom Also cut the wheel tubs so we can widen them. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

01-04-2017, 01:46 PM	#41
3/4ton Randy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Denton, Tx Posts: 54	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom Hey La Crosse, thanks for posting all of those pictures! I am restoring a 66 GMC and will soon be swapping in a front crossmember out of a '82 3/4 ton and a 14 bolt ff axle. I also have been wondering about replacement water pumps for these engines. Has anyone tried Flow Kooler for a water pump? Their website is www.flowcoolerwaterpumps.com Their site says that they can build a new impeller for a water pump that will flow better than the original.

01-04-2017, 09:39 PM	#43
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom Cut a section off of the cross sill and bolted the wheels on. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

01-04-2017, 09:41 PM	#44
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom Pics Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

01-04-2017, 09:47 PM	#45
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom More pics Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more



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01-04-2017, 10:04 PM	#46
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom Removed the bumper and spare tire hanger. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

01-04-2017, 11:36 PM	#47
DPowers One foot in front of the other Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Parrottsville, TN Posts: 5,442	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom Thats alot of tire there. What size? __________________ DP's 66 Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=361556

01-11-2017, 07:13 PM	#49
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom I picked up this 1960 GMC Hydramatic steering column a few months ago. I rebuilt it and got it installed today. Now I just need to get a new shift indicator and shift lever. Also cut the shaft down. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

01-11-2017, 07:21 PM	#50
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: La Crosse- 1960 GMC Custom Found this piece of shift linkage on a parts pick about a month ago and it just happened to be the right one. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

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