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3rdGen.c10 · 04-16-2017, 08:05 PM

Built some sway brackets to match the width of the 3rd gen camaro rear sway bar for the rear of my 67 c10. Also fabbed up some exhaust clamps with a wider base for the bushing to mount it to the axle.

Caustik · 04-16-2017, 10:22 PM

Gave the neighbors a break from the hammering and grinding, spent some time with a tape measure taking notes down for a the 4 link and step notch.

ghalperin · 04-16-2017, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by 3rdGen.c10

Built some sway brackets to match the width of the 3rd gen camaro rear sway bar for the rear of my 67 c10. Also fabbed up some exhaust clamps with a wider base for the bushing to mount it to the axle.

I'm about ready to install the same sway bar in my 67.
What size muffler clamps did you use? What did you use to make the frame brackets? Do you have any installed photos?

ghalperin · 04-17-2017, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by Caustik

Gave the neighbors a break from the hammering and grinding, spent some time with a tape measure taking notes down for a the 4 link and step notch.

That's funny. I also gave my neighbors a break from hammering and grinding, instead I ran the pressure washer all day.

wpavlis · 04-17-2017, 12:06 AM

Replaced my rear shocks. I also cleaned up some rust I found behind my master cylinder when took it off last week.

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3rdGen.c10 · 04-17-2017, 02:01 AM

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Originally Posted by ghalperin

I'm about ready to install the same sway bar in my 67.
What size muffler clamps did you use? What did you use to make the frame brackets? Do you have any installed photos?

I used 3" clamps and I welded a piece of flat stock to the top of the clamp to give the bushing more surface to sit on. I made the sway bar brackets from 3/16 wall 2" square tubing that I had laying around and some flat 3/16 pieces and just cut and welded and drilled to make these. They put the end link holes an inch further out on each side to make the correct width for the bar without having to use a spacer like you would with the factory 3rd gen camaro /firebird mounts. It's not installed yet because I painted them so they're drying but I should have some installed pics posted Tuesday.

**SoCoC10** · 04-18-2017, 08:11 PM

Freed a truck from paint jail.

3rdGen.c10 · 04-20-2017, 08:15 AM

Got the rear sway bar brackets fabbed up and painted. Final install.

ghalperin · 04-20-2017, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by 3rdGen.c10

Got the rear sway bar brackets fabbed up and painted. Final install.

Looks good. Thanks for sharing.

Wortham48 · 04-20-2017, 09:22 AM

Got my Mcgaughy's 4.5/5 kit installed and all new ball joints. Rear tires are rubbing a little (20x10) but other than that it rides so much better than before with all new suspension components!

**Already Gone** · 04-20-2017, 07:13 PM

Got the Booster /Master combo I bought from Frank's Pickups installed on the truck. Works great.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=581862

66clow · 04-20-2017, 07:29 PM

I can now drive at night and in the rain. New harness and wipers.
See any problems with this harness?

NoStopN · 04-20-2017, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by 66clow

I can now drive at night and in the rain. New harness and wipers.
See any problems with this harness?

That looks like my high quality work.

mild68 · 04-20-2017, 10:25 PM

I'm not doing any body work. I put the cab on another Chassis I had set up yesterday. I also got the wire harness laid out n hooked up. I ordered some parts today.

**rustytruck50** · 04-20-2017, 10:31 PM

Replaced the voltage regulator and park bulbs....chipping away slowly but surely

**Canuckvetter** · 04-21-2017, 10:01 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1492826393

Installed 1-1/4" sway bar in the 67.

427Carl · 04-21-2017, 10:02 PM

wow....

nice job!!!!

**Canuckvetter** · 04-21-2017, 10:05 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1492826636

Install new carpet and freshened up door panels

**Canuckvetter** · 04-21-2017, 10:08 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1492826818

Installed bucket seats.

**Canuckvetter** · 04-21-2017, 10:10 PM

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1492826952
Installed Chevelle wheel and freshened up gauges.

**Already Gone** · 04-21-2017, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Canuckvetter

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1492826393

Installed 1-1/4" sway bar in the 67.

It looks like your truck didn't have a sway bar before. You will notice an immediate difference in the feel and handling of your truck. The front sway bar install is one of the best bang for the buck upgrades you can do to one of these trucks.

**Canuckvetter** · 04-21-2017, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Already Gone

It looks like your truck didn't have a sway bar before. You will notice an immediate difference in the feel and handling of your truck. The front sway bar install is one of the best bang for the buck upgrades you can do to one of these trucks.

Yes for sure "Already Gone"! It was so weird to take the on ramps in Edmonton. So use to anticipating the roll. I love how it feels. Have a 1" front sway bar that I will be installing in the other truck.

**Already Gone** · 04-22-2017, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Canuckvetter

Yes for sure "Already Gone"! It was so weird to take the on ramps in Edmonton. So use to anticipating the roll. I love how it feels. Have a 1" front sway bar that I will be installing in the other truck.

I don't know if you purchased the front sway bar new but there is cheaper alternative that works really well. Any 1973/1987 C30 or GMC 3500 truck has the 1 1/4 inch front sway bar. Some of the heavier GVW C20 and GMC 2500, like the camper or trailering special ones have the 1 1/4 front bar too. Get one from a wreck in a salvage yard, usually 40/60.00 and buy a new set of bushings for it and use it.

**Oregon 1967 GMC** · 04-22-2017, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Canuckvetter

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1492826393

Installed 1-1/4" sway bar in the 67.

Just curious because I have a sway bar to put on; Did you put the sway bar on at ride height? How/Where did you jack it up at?

ChaseBBC · 04-22-2017, 11:24 AM

got the bed off and took apart.

04-16-2017, 08:05 PM	#5201
3rdGen.c10 Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: milton, FL Posts: 43	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Built some sway brackets to match the width of the 3rd gen camaro rear sway bar for the rear of my 67 c10. Also fabbed up some exhaust clamps with a wider base for the bushing to mount it to the axle. __________________ 1967 c10 stepside 6.0L 4L80E Last edited by 3rdGen.c10; 04-16-2017 at 08:23 PM.

04-16-2017, 10:22 PM	#5202
Caustik Registered User Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Elizabeth Posts: 40	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Gave the neighbors a break from the hammering and grinding, spent some time with a tape measure taking notes down for a the 4 link and step notch.

04-17-2017, 12:06 AM	#5205
wpavlis Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: San Tan Valley, Arizona Posts: 313	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Replaced my rear shocks. I also cleaned up some rust I found behind my master cylinder when took it off last week.

04-18-2017, 08:11 PM	#5207
SoCoC10 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Colorado Posts: 3,334	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Freed a truck from paint jail. Attached Images __________________ 07' Extcab Silverado Z71 Silver Birch, 5.3L HO 71' Cheyenne C10 Hugger Orange on Saddle SWB Besides these two, too Many to count

04-20-2017, 08:15 AM	#5208
3rdGen.c10 Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: milton, FL Posts: 43	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Got the rear sway bar brackets fabbed up and painted. Final install. __________________ 1967 c10 stepside 6.0L 4L80E

04-20-2017, 09:22 AM	#5210
Wortham48 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Tulsa, OK Posts: 5	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Got my Mcgaughy's 4.5/5 kit installed and all new ball joints. Rear tires are rubbing a little (20x10) but other than that it rides so much better than before with all new suspension components! Attached Images

04-20-2017, 07:13 PM	#5211
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,143	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Got the Booster /Master combo I bought from Frank's Pickups installed on the truck. Works great. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=581862 Attached Images __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021

04-20-2017, 07:29 PM	#5212
66clow Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Clearwater Beach Florida Posts: 872	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I can now drive at night and in the rain. New harness and wipers. See any problems with this harness?

04-20-2017, 10:25 PM	#5214
mild68 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Normal, Il. Posts: 110	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I'm not doing any body work. I put the cab on another Chassis I had set up yesterday. I also got the wire harness laid out n hooked up. I ordered some parts today. __________________ my next project 68 step side 5.3 S10 build thread My 68 Chevelle SS396

04-20-2017, 10:31 PM	#5215
rustytruck50 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Papillion, Ne Posts: 897	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Replaced the voltage regulator and park bulbs....chipping away slowly but surely __________________ -Doug '05 RCSB Sierra 2WD '71 Sierra 2WD Longbed '98 Silverado K1500 Xcab...sold '72 Highlander"Raymond"...sold

04-21-2017, 10:01 PM	#5216
Canuckvetter How did I get this OLD! Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Lamont County, AB, CANADA Posts: 1,047	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1492826393 Installed 1-1/4" sway bar in the 67. Attached Images __________________ 1967 Oshawa built LWB Fleetside. 327,3 OTT, 515 Vermilion, CST, PS, PB, Shoulder Harness, Tach,Vac, Speed Warning, Choke Delete, Manual Throttle, Fawn interior. Dealer installed A/C 04/2015, N34 Rosewood Wheel 06/2023 Members who I have met personally. Metaldoc, chevnkevin, 62 Longbed, 72LHorn, 72MARIO, YBNORML, TBONE1964, Classic Bowties, Chevemall, Dagnabbitt.

04-21-2017, 10:02 PM	#5217
427Carl Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Clinton On. Canada Posts: 52	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II wow.... nice job!!!! __________________ 88 Suburban Silverado (original 48,000mi) 99 GMC Z71 stepside 01 GMC 2500HD crew (Texas truck) 07 Chevrolet Suburban LT 84 Chevrolet S10 short box 355 V8

04-21-2017, 10:05 PM	#5218
Canuckvetter How did I get this OLD! Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Lamont County, AB, CANADA Posts: 1,047	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1492826636 Install new carpet and freshened up door panels Attached Images __________________ 1967 Oshawa built LWB Fleetside. 327,3 OTT, 515 Vermilion, CST, PS, PB, Shoulder Harness, Tach,Vac, Speed Warning, Choke Delete, Manual Throttle, Fawn interior. Dealer installed A/C 04/2015, N34 Rosewood Wheel 06/2023 Members who I have met personally. Metaldoc, chevnkevin, 62 Longbed, 72LHorn, 72MARIO, YBNORML, TBONE1964, Classic Bowties, Chevemall, Dagnabbitt.

04-21-2017, 10:08 PM	#5219
Canuckvetter How did I get this OLD! Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Lamont County, AB, CANADA Posts: 1,047	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1492826818 Installed bucket seats. Attached Images __________________ 1967 Oshawa built LWB Fleetside. 327,3 OTT, 515 Vermilion, CST, PS, PB, Shoulder Harness, Tach,Vac, Speed Warning, Choke Delete, Manual Throttle, Fawn interior. Dealer installed A/C 04/2015, N34 Rosewood Wheel 06/2023 Members who I have met personally. Metaldoc, chevnkevin, 62 Longbed, 72LHorn, 72MARIO, YBNORML, TBONE1964, Classic Bowties, Chevemall, Dagnabbitt.

04-21-2017, 10:10 PM	#5220
Canuckvetter How did I get this OLD! Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Lamont County, AB, CANADA Posts: 1,047	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1492826952 Installed Chevelle wheel and freshened up gauges. Attached Images __________________ 1967 Oshawa built LWB Fleetside. 327,3 OTT, 515 Vermilion, CST, PS, PB, Shoulder Harness, Tach,Vac, Speed Warning, Choke Delete, Manual Throttle, Fawn interior. Dealer installed A/C 04/2015, N34 Rosewood Wheel 06/2023 Members who I have met personally. Metaldoc, chevnkevin, 62 Longbed, 72LHorn, 72MARIO, YBNORML, TBONE1964, Classic Bowties, Chevemall, Dagnabbitt.



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04-22-2017, 11:24 AM	#5225
ChaseBBC Registered User Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Hammond, La. Posts: 51	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II got the bed off and took apart. Attached Images

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