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stllookn · 01-05-2005, 01:05 AM

Still a work in progress...some would say there has been no improvement...LOL!

GMC71k20 · 01-05-2005, 01:14 AM

i think removing that top was a huge improvement, is this truck getting the 454 in your sig?

me3 · 01-05-2005, 01:18 AM

looking good your further than I am on my stepper. I've never seen a cap on a stepper? Whats your Plans? I've always loved them rims I have a set but there small 5 on 5. Chrome really helps the grill. how much you drop er? later HART

68w/sbc406 · 01-05-2005, 01:21 AM

i see a cab swap, big improvment over the small back window

Brainchild · 01-05-2005, 01:24 AM

I love the slots,I'd use them.truck looks like a solid project.

67cst · 01-05-2005, 01:38 AM

68w/sb406...an improvement? your crazy man, small back windows are the way to go brutha! jk...i like them both

68w/sbc406 · 01-05-2005, 01:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67cst

68w/sb406...an improvement? your crazy man, small back windows are the way to go brutha! jk...i like them both

this comming from the guy who swallows quarters

j/k i like to see out the back of my truck, thats why i like em

stllookn · 01-05-2005, 02:54 AM

Thanks for the compliment guys. I really liked the small window cab since I think it looks great on a short stepside, more retro and it matches the width of the box. The cab was too far gone so I had to replace it. I will finish the cab later...a man can't have too many cabs!

The truck is dropped 5 inches in front with two coils cut out of the front springs, but will get spindles and bags later. The rear is dropped 6 inches with bags and will probably get a step notch. Right now I just want to get it back on the road in primer with all solid sheet metal. I had to replace the front fenders, hood, cab, battery box, inner fenders, box, and core support so far. I pulled the Powerglide and put a TH350 into it behind the 283. I suspect this truck will get the 454 or the small block 400 this summer.

This truck is actually for my son. I will get it running and then turn it over to him for the final mods (laying frame?). He has his own ideas. I hope to start on either my '68 short fleetside or another '68 I hope to acquire soon.

Blue Beard · 01-05-2005, 08:45 AM

Small back window gives you tunnel vision...

67ChevyRedneck · 01-05-2005, 09:33 AM

If your son is young, 16/17....and is anything like I was....you may want to hold off on the 454 or 400....an I6 is much better for us youngins.

I used to tend to see how fast stuff would go....now I just like quick acceleration

Truck looks great! And I'm also a fan of the small back window. They do look more "right" on a stepside IMO.

GreyHoundSteve · 01-05-2005, 10:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

If your son is young, 16/17....and is anything like I was....you may want to hold off on the 454 or 400....an I6 is much better for us youngins.

I used to tend to see how fast stuff would go....now I just like quick acceleration

Truck looks great! And I'm also a fan of the small back window. They do look more "right" on a stepside IMO.

I agree with that statement. When i was 16 i wrapped my new TA around a pole testing the limits of the car and i was a straight A student, had motorcycles and other toys in the past but if your 16 and youve got more room under the pedal ........ your going to use it.

stllookn · 01-05-2005, 12:03 PM

greyhound and redneck, Good suggestion...he is a sensible kid and wants the 283 now for gas mileage. He is also wanting to build a pre-runner so I suspect that it will sit in the barn for quite a while or I will be driving it while I work on the other resto. By the time he gets around to this one I am sure it will be a foot race to see who gets the rat and who gets the mouse motor...LOL!

01-05-2005, 01:05 AM	#1
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Testing new pic post Still a work in progress...some would say there has been no improvement...LOL! Attached Images __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

01-05-2005, 01:21 AM	#4
68w/sbc406 Got Light Emitting Diode? Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Newberg, OR Posts: 2,485	i see a cab swap, big improvment over the small back window __________________ 1968 1/2 ton 2wd lwb 6 lug disc and bags up front. Next c notch and rear bags '02 Chevy Silverado LT ext cab short bed 2WD 5/7 drop on 22's(the family car) 1993 Cherokee work ride/weekend wheeler

01-05-2005, 01:24 AM	#5
Brainchild Still drivin' a Rat Rod Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Monett Missouri Posts: 4,925	I love the slots,I'd use them.truck looks like a solid project. __________________ Rusty Member #13872 Instead of saying.....you are a discomfort in the back of my front.....one should be able to say...... you are a pain in the a$# 71 GMC LWB 49 Chevy 85 Chevy G20 Check out my website

01-05-2005, 01:38 AM	#6
67cst i love summertime Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Kelowna BC Posts: 4,302	68w/sb406...an improvement? your crazy man, small back windows are the way to go brutha! jk...i like them both __________________ 1967 shortbox stepside Chevy, 365 hp 327, th400. GLOVE BOX LIGHTS FORSALE, click link for info http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=273724

01-05-2005, 02:54 AM	#8
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Thanks for the compliment guys. I really liked the small window cab since I think it looks great on a short stepside, more retro and it matches the width of the box. The cab was too far gone so I had to replace it. I will finish the cab later...a man can't have too many cabs! The truck is dropped 5 inches in front with two coils cut out of the front springs, but will get spindles and bags later. The rear is dropped 6 inches with bags and will probably get a step notch. Right now I just want to get it back on the road in primer with all solid sheet metal. I had to replace the front fenders, hood, cab, battery box, inner fenders, box, and core support so far. I pulled the Powerglide and put a TH350 into it behind the 283. I suspect this truck will get the 454 or the small block 400 this summer. This truck is actually for my son. I will get it running and then turn it over to him for the final mods (laying frame?). He has his own ideas. I hope to start on either my '68 short fleetside or another '68 I hope to acquire soon. __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

01-05-2005, 01:14 AM	#2
GMC71k20 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: mass Posts: 1,277	i think removing that top was a huge improvement, is this truck getting the 454 in your sig?

01-05-2005, 01:18 AM	#3
me3 hart Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: hell nebraska Posts: 115	looking good your further than I am on my stepper. I've never seen a cap on a stepper? Whats your Plans? I've always loved them rims I have a set but there small 5 on 5. Chrome really helps the grill. how much you drop er? later HART

01-05-2005, 08:45 AM	#9
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,831	Small back window gives you tunnel vision... __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

01-05-2005, 09:33 AM	#10
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	If your son is young, 16/17....and is anything like I was....you may want to hold off on the 454 or 400....an I6 is much better for us youngins. I used to tend to see how fast stuff would go....now I just like quick acceleration Truck looks great! And I'm also a fan of the small back window. They do look more "right" on a stepside IMO. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

01-05-2005, 12:03 PM	#12
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	greyhound and redneck, Good suggestion...he is a sensible kid and wants the 283 now for gas mileage. He is also wanting to build a pre-runner so I suspect that it will sit in the barn for quite a while or I will be driving it while I work on the other resto. By the time he gets around to this one I am sure it will be a foot race to see who gets the rat and who gets the mouse motor...LOL! __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

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