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**LockDoc** · 01-14-2022, 11:44 PM

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I have been working on cleaning the shop for the last 2 months but I have had some delays. I finally got it cleaned out enough to get this truck inside so I will go ahead and start a thread on it.. This project is for all of the guys and gals that don't need a show truck but want something different to drive. Hence the "Low Budget". "Low Maintenance" part.

I am starting a new project. It won't be a quick assembly and it certainly won't be a show truck. It will be a new adventure for me. I'm usually pretty much by the book, but this build will be completely the opposite. I have this pretty nice '72 GMC 3/4 ton leaf spring frame and '71 cab & bed that I need to use. I didn't want to post anything until I knew I was going to have time to actually work on it over the winter but I started working on it outside last fall. I will still only be posting what I have done bit by bit instead of all at once.

LockDoc

**LockDoc** · 01-14-2022, 11:51 PM

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I Pulled the bed off of the truck a day or two ago and I removed the cab today. They were just sitting loose on there so they didn't have to sit on the ground. I removed the Small Block frame brackets, and the bell housing cross member is next.

LockDoc

**Getter-Done** · 01-14-2022, 11:55 PM

I Am in for the Build

Are those Vintage Green bean cans on the exhaust?

CG · 01-15-2022, 12:22 PM

Oh boy, I know where this is going and look forward to your updates.

**raggedjim** · 01-15-2022, 12:29 PM

Man, it would be a great time to go ahead and rebuild the front suspension. And maybe cleanup and paint the frame.

Good luck, Rg

**Dieselwrencher** · 01-15-2022, 02:07 PM

Nice project Leon. I know you have been waiting for this for a while.

**LockDoc** · 01-15-2022, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Getter-Done

I Am in for the Build

Are those Vintage Green bean cans on the exhaust?

One is Green Beans and the other is Sauerkraut...

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Originally Posted by CG

Oh boy, I know where this is going and look forward to your updates.

Cheater.

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Originally Posted by raggedjim

Man, it would be a great time to go ahead and rebuild the front suspension. And maybe cleanup and paint the frame.

Good luck, Rg

Good Idea. Thanks!

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Nice project Leon. I know you have been waiting for this for a while.

A few years, yes.

LockDoc

57taskforce · 01-15-2022, 02:49 PM

I like cheap and not as aesthetically pleasing to the eyes

**LockDoc** · 01-15-2022, 04:04 PM

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Got the bell housing cross member out and the new engine frame brackets installed. I need to remove the stock exhaust system and brackets next.

LockDoc

**LockDoc** · 01-16-2022, 02:58 PM

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Removed the exhaust system and worked on the rear axle a bit trying to figure out how I want to set it up. I think I can use the stock '72 leaf spring hangers on the front end and just make some rear shackle brackets to get the results I need..

LockDoc

**MySons68C20** · 01-16-2022, 03:26 PM

Love the pics of the big breaker bar and torch! Keep em coming!

**Palf70Step** · 01-16-2022, 03:29 PM

Very kool. In to see what ya do with this one.

68Gold/white · 01-16-2022, 07:54 PM

Leon, Job well done!!!
I see 72 big block mounts.....Is it getting a big block or a small block, using the "better" big block mounts? (I plan to do such on my 67).
Jeff

68Gold/white · 01-16-2022, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Getter-Done

I Am in for the Build

Are those Vintage Green bean cans on the exhaust?

Do you know how to tell which can was green beans and which can was sauerkraut????

The smell

**Getter-Done** · 01-16-2022, 08:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68Gold/white

Do you know how to tell which can was green beans and which can was sauerkraut????

The smell

I remains long after

**LockDoc** · 01-18-2022, 02:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68Gold/white

Leon, Job well done!!!
I see 72 big block mounts.....Is it getting a big block or a small block, using the "better" big block mounts? (I plan to do such on my 67).
Jeff

The answer will be in one of my updates coming up...

LockDoc

**LockDoc** · 01-18-2022, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68Gold/white

Do you know how to tell which can was green beans and which can was sauerkraut????

The smell

Quote:

Originally Posted by Getter-Done

It remains long after

The Kraut comes in a smaller can. They don't think the consumer will notice...

LockDoc

**LockDoc** · 01-18-2022, 02:49 PM

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Worked on replacing the front spindles today. It was a bolt in deal and worked out great. Disk brake assemblies were off of a '77 truck. Don't make fun of my Rube Goldberg jack setup...

LockDoc

**Ol Blue K20** · 01-19-2022, 11:30 AM

Dually?....

**LockDoc** · 01-19-2022, 07:07 PM

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I'm already going to have a little delay because I have some volunteer work to do at the local Historical Society building for the next couple of days. I need to put some display cases together for them.

LockDoc

**LockDoc** · 01-22-2022, 11:15 PM

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Worked on cleaning up the frame a little and pressure washed it so I can spray it with Rust -Oleum satin black in a day or so. My heavy duty pressure washer is a gas powered unit and when I wash something like this frame it almost looks like you are sand blasting it. It still has a thin layer of rust but that is what Rust-Oleum paint is for, right? That makes it "Close Enough"....

68Gold/white · 01-23-2022, 12:36 AM

Leon, you can buy that POR-15 paint in spray cans. It’s a little pricey, but it’s some awesome stuff!!!

**LockDoc** · 01-23-2022, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68Gold/white

Leon, you can buy that POR-15 paint in spray cans. It’s a little pricey, but it’s some awesome stuff!!!

I guess I didn't realize it was available in spray cans. Thanks.

LockDoc

**LockDoc** · 01-23-2022, 11:44 PM

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I worked on the rear frame spring hangers. The original brackets were hard to cut on an angle so one spacer had to be a 1/16" thicker than the other. I finished them up and bolted them on.

LockDoc

**Ol Blue K20** · 01-24-2022, 01:56 AM

Leon, you haven't answered my question yet...the suspense is killing me..dually?

01-14-2022, 11:44 PM	#1
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,663	LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread - I have been working on cleaning the shop for the last 2 months but I have had some delays. I finally got it cleaned out enough to get this truck inside so I will go ahead and start a thread on it.. This project is for all of the guys and gals that don't need a show truck but want something different to drive. Hence the "Low Budget". "Low Maintenance" part. I am starting a new project. It won't be a quick assembly and it certainly won't be a show truck. It will be a new adventure for me. I'm usually pretty much by the book, but this build will be completely the opposite. I have this pretty nice '72 GMC 3/4 ton leaf spring frame and '71 cab & bed that I need to use. I didn't want to post anything until I knew I was going to have time to actually work on it over the winter but I started working on it outside last fall. I will still only be posting what I have done bit by bit instead of all at once. LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 02-26-2023 at 10:39 PM.

01-14-2022, 11:51 PM	#2
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,663	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread - I Pulled the bed off of the truck a day or two ago and I removed the cab today. They were just sitting loose on there so they didn't have to sit on the ground. I removed the Small Block frame brackets, and the bell housing cross member is next. LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

01-14-2022, 11:55 PM	#3
Getter-Done Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: TN. Posts: 8,332	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread I Am in for the Build Are those Vintage Green bean cans on the exhaust? __________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________ 84 Chevy K-20 63 Impala (my high school car) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...Crew Cab Build

01-15-2022, 12:22 PM	#4
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,000	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Oh boy, I know where this is going and look forward to your updates. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

01-15-2022, 12:29 PM	#5
raggedjim Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Murray, Kentucky Posts: 3,603	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Man, it would be a great time to go ahead and rebuild the front suspension. And maybe cleanup and paint the frame. Good luck, Rg __________________ Roger '68 Short step - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=849675 '69 ('70?) 2wd Blazer '70 GMC Jimmy 2wd '73 Firebird - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=853203

01-15-2022, 02:07 PM	#6
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Nice project Leon. I know you have been waiting for this for a while. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

01-15-2022, 02:49 PM	#8
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01-15-2022, 04:04 PM	#9
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,663	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread - Got the bell housing cross member out and the new engine frame brackets installed. I need to remove the stock exhaust system and brackets next. LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

01-16-2022, 02:58 PM	#10
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,663	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread - Removed the exhaust system and worked on the rear axle a bit trying to figure out how I want to set it up. I think I can use the stock '72 leaf spring hangers on the front end and just make some rear shackle brackets to get the results I need.. LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

01-16-2022, 03:26 PM	#11
MySons68C20 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Wenatchee, Wa Posts: 925	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Love the pics of the big breaker bar and torch! Keep em coming!

01-16-2022, 03:29 PM	#12
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,110	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Very kool. In to see what ya do with this one. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

01-16-2022, 07:54 PM	#13
68Gold/white Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ark City, Kansas Posts: 3,393	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Leon, Job well done!!! I see 72 big block mounts.....Is it getting a big block or a small block, using the "better" big block mounts? (I plan to do such on my 67). Jeff

01-18-2022, 02:49 PM	#18
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,663	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread - Worked on replacing the front spindles today. It was a bolt in deal and worked out great. Disk brake assemblies were off of a '77 truck. Don't make fun of my Rube Goldberg jack setup... LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 09-02-2023 at 12:28 AM.

01-19-2022, 11:30 AM	#19
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,243	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Dually?.... __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

01-19-2022, 07:07 PM	#20
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,663	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread - I'm already going to have a little delay because I have some volunteer work to do at the local Historical Society building for the next couple of days. I need to put some display cases together for them. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 01-20-2022 at 07:31 PM.



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01-22-2022, 11:15 PM	#21
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,663	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread - Worked on cleaning up the frame a little and pressure washed it so I can spray it with Rust -Oleum satin black in a day or so. My heavy duty pressure washer is a gas powered unit and when I wash something like this frame it almost looks like you are sand blasting it. It still has a thin layer of rust but that is what Rust-Oleum paint is for, right? That makes it "Close Enough".... Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

01-23-2022, 12:36 AM	#22
68Gold/white Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ark City, Kansas Posts: 3,393	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Leon, you can buy that POR-15 paint in spray cans. It’s a little pricey, but it’s some awesome stuff!!!

01-23-2022, 11:44 PM	#24
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,663	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread - I worked on the rear frame spring hangers. The original brackets were hard to cut on an angle so one spacer had to be a 1/16" thicker than the other. I finished them up and bolted them on. LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

01-24-2022, 01:56 AM	#25
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,243	Re: LockDoc's "Low Budget", "Low Maintenance" Project Thread Leon, you haven't answered my question yet...the suspense is killing me..dually? __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

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