Questions for C20 project.

[DuramaxJan]

Hey guys!
This really is a great forum with alot of people that give me inspiration to start my build project. So I am posting here to try and get some tips, advice and ideas for my build.

I have recently(finally) bought a 1967 Chevy C20 Camper Special Longbed 327cui 4spd manual. I´ve had plans for years, to make this build. As of right now its been stripped down and getting ready for sandblasting. And before i do to much painting I have a few questions for you guys that I hope you have som experience with.

1. As my intention is to put down a Duramax/allison combo(preferably LBZ/6spd) I have spent some time looking for info on how much modification I will have to do to my front end? And also since I live in Norway, Engines and parts aren´t that easy to get a hold of. So I will have to get a powerplant from the US. I was thinking of maybe contacting Merchant automotive. Or do you recommend any other?

2. I am also looking into air suspension. I have little or no experience with airsprings so what systems do you recommend? Can I just replace the springs with airbags, and build a system around that? or would i need a 4-link setup in the back? Will I be best of by replacing my front arms when im at it?

- My intentions when it comes to drivability and use are that I want a truck that is stock height and as comfy as possible to ride, but I will also use it to haul some trailers. Basically a stock look.

This might sound like a over-ambitious project, but I have been saving for this a long time. And are planning on spending a lot of money and hours on this project. And I would appreciate to get some good advice from you guys that have modified these trucks earlier.

Included a quick picture from "day one" earlier this week. Got rid of the rotten boards and took the bed off.


Regards from Norway