1970 in the Great White North

[69GMC2004]

Cowl mounting hood hinges are just about all mocked up. I decided to go with cowl mounted hinges because I really think they are the cleanest hinge option to make the engine bay look nice. I went with Switch Suspension due to affordable shipping cost to Canada, the parts are nice quality and I really don't have any complaints about them. The guys at Switch were fantastic to deal with as well when I was ordering. Now I'm waiting to finish a little more metal work and get the front clip bolted onto the frame so I can finish the install.

[69GMC2004]

My pile of parts was getting a little excessive so I had to take a break from doing metal work to clear up some room. Installed a Trutrac and 4.11 gears in the diff, and upgraded the yoke to a forged 1350. Also had to make a special tool to crush the new sleeve, sure was cheaper than buying the correct tool.

[69GMC2004]

New Wilwood 4 piston brakes are in their new home. 13" rotors and built in parking brake. Almost done with the brake system now, have to run lines and get master installed (once cab is done).

[69GMC2004]

Also got around to installing my new rear crossmember and fuel tank from Overkill Customs this morning. Have to say I'm pretty pleased with the way it all fits. It's a little close (about 3/8") to the rear frame brace in the QA1 coil-over kit, but I don't foresee it posing an issue. If you need a fuel tank, Rich as Overkill Customs is making rear mount tanks for most C10s, and will do custom tanks.

[69GMC2004]

I've been falling behind on this project here. You know how life gets in the way with these types of things. Made some progress though. Got the LS engine refreshed, new cam, valve springs and timing set installed. Painted engine, not sure about the color yet. I did black on the engine because it hides all the stains and impurities in the metal well, and gold pulleys and valve covers for the accent to match (ish) the planned paint color. I decided to paint the truck the original colors (ish), white top of the cab and white below lower body trim, but I think I will do a brighter metallic gold. Paint is still a ways away but hoping to get it ready this year, ambitious, I know. Got the bellhousing dial indicated and transmission mounted and sitting in the frame. Now I have to stop being lazy and finally finish the cab metal work. I've learned I do not enjoy fitting replacement panels, like at all. After several hours of passenger side rocker, it's still wildy out and I'm wondering if I just got an absolutely terrible stamping. I might just go pick up a new panel and start fresh.

Pics are currently uploading, and will post once they are done.

[May70]

Debating ordering a R&P setup for my c20 but Im running a 67 frame with late 70's spindles, stock control arms and sway bar.

Worried about interference with stock sway bar. Cant find anyone who has done it with stock CAs/sway bar. Lately each decision is causing either re-work or another issue to figure out. Gets exhausting.

[69GMC2004]

Originally Posted by May70

Debating ordering a R&P setup for my c20 but Im running a 67 frame with late 70's spindles, stock control arms and sway bar.

Worried about interference with stock sway bar. Cant find anyone who has done it with stock CAs/sway bar. Lately each decision is causing either re-work or another issue to figure out. Gets exhausting.

I know what you mean. I spend hours and hours and hours going through forums and reviews trying to find out if two aftermarket parts will work together. Every once in a while just have to hope and pray though. Sorry I can’t help with the factory sway bar but I’m sure somebody has done it. There are enough rack and pinion kits out now that one of them must work.
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[dagnabbitt]

This is amazing and ambitious work you are doing. It can't be your first build, is it?

[69GMC2004]

Originally Posted by dagnabbitt

This is amazing and ambitious work you are doing. It can't be your first build, is it?

This is my first restoration, yep lol
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[LT7A]

Originally Posted by dagnabbitt

This is amazing and ambitious work you are doing. It can't be your first build, is it?

I was thinking the same thing. Very detailed and methodical. Going to be really nice truck when you're done.

[69GMC2004]

Originally Posted by LT7A

I was thinking the same thing. Very detailed and methodical. Going to be really nice truck when you're done.

Thanks, the deeper I get the more I want to do. I’ve come to terms with the fact that I’m already so far past my budget, I’m just gonna build what I want, how I want and whatever it costs in the end is what it will be. Just hope my wife survives the heart attack she’ll have when she hears the final number lol
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