A 1967 C10 Story and Build.... "Radio Jones"

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Kewl truck.

Thanks Rob, check back in and you will see the truck finished very soon.

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March 2011 - April 2012:

Doug and my mom enjoyed the 67 a lot also during this year. But my mom had one complaint… with the windows rolled down on hot days it messed her hair up..LMAO.

Doug was joking with me about it one day and I said “ Well you know I can install a Vintage Air setup and she cant fuss about that anymore.” He thought about it for about 2 minutes..then told me to order whatever I need and install it for him. So here we go with the next round of upgrades..LOL

I ordered the Vintage Air kit, Brothers Trucks electric fan kit, Street and Performance polished Ram Jet air cleaner, upgraded to a more powerful chrome alternator, and I also upgraded the alternator wiring to larger gauge wire to handle the extra load from the AC and the electric fans.

[5567Cruiser]

You will be real COOL now, I assume you put in the new generation Vintage Air with the digital controls so you can ditch the cables. I thought it was of the easiest install of any kit I have ever had for my truck and the instructions were top notch. You know they are good when after the install you have no remaining bolts or screws left, at least I didn't.Your install looks great with the Ram Jet engine.

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Originally Posted by 5567Cruiser

You will be real COOL now, I assume you put in the new generation Vintage Air with the digital controls so you can ditch the cables. I thought it was of the easiest install of any kit I have ever had for my truck and the instructions were top notch. You know they are good when after the install you have no remaining bolts or screws left, at least I didn't.Your install looks great with the Ram Jet engine.

Thanks!!!
and yes it was the new generation with digital controls. VERY nice kit.

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April 2012 – April 2014


During these two years, Doug and I enjoyed the truck a lot. We hit quite a few car shows and cruise-ins and had a blast. And also we were planning the next few rounds of upgrades during this time while letting his wallet recover a little in the process. LOL

We had bought up a few parts and in April of 2014 I got to work installing some of it.

Boyd Welding Fuel tank install :
I installed this tank and decided to do something different for the fuel filler.
Doug runs a plastic bed liner because he wanted to keep the original beat up bed underneath

So I used the bedliner to hide the pipe coming up for the fuel filler, it turned out to be neat and clean looking I think. i used a filler neck and cap for a 68 Camaro

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April 2014- August 2014


For the next upgrade we decided to finally get rid of the old factory 3 speed manual transmission. I ordered up all these parts:

Bowtie Overdrives 700R4 Transmission
CPP trans crossmember
Lokar transmission dipstick
New Automatic steering column painted to match interior
New steering wheel adapter
New intermediate steering shaft
Lokar transmission linkage kit
New speedometer cable
LMC Stainless Coolant overflow tank
Had the factory driveshaft shortened and balanced , all new U joints


Also experienced some weird idling with the new automatic. Found out it’s a common problem with Ram Jet computers. So I sent the engine computer to OBD Diagnostics for a reflash with one of their programs and it fixed all the problems and helped the Ram Jet to run better than it ever has before.














Please Ignore that it isnt in park in this pic..LOL

[5567Cruiser]

When you get a chance post a picture of how and where you mounted the coolant recovery tank- as I have been trying to figure how to mount next to the battery box.

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Originally Posted by 5567Cruiser

When you get a chance post a picture of how and where you mounted the coolant recovery tank- as I have been trying to figure how to mount next to the battery box.

ok i will look and see if i have a pic. I think that it is designed to be mounted on the other side ..opposite from the battery, thats where i mounted this one.

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this is another guys truck i found, mine is installed he same way.

[5567Cruiser]

That helps,thanks

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I almost forgot to post a pic of my tattoo that I got a few months back

[chiefcfd]

Hi, I just read your thread. Great looking truck. I was born in Anniston a long time ago! Most of my family live in Jacksonville.

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Originally Posted by chiefcfd

Hi, I just read your thread. Great looking truck. I was born in Anniston a long time ago! Most of my family live in Jacksonville.

Thanks!! small world huh?

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Well.. been really busy lately and haven't posted much.
but.... I have sad news. "Radio Jones" passed away September 16th at 96 years old. But this truck will continue to be a tribute to him and will always stay in the family. There is only one car show left for this season and its this sunday, then after that show is over we are getting ready to do some more work on it .

[michael bustamante]

keep us updated,
im sorry to hear about radio, its a great tribute to him.
youre giving me ideas though. that ramjet looks sweet in the 67
i have a 67 short stepper myself that could beneifit from your thread.
did you make your own engine harness or order one?

[67ChevyRedneck]

Great story!

Sorry to hear about Radio! At 96, he lived a heck of a lot longer than most of us could ever hope to!

[WarMonger]

great story and great work you do.

[Kennuck]

Cool story, can't wait to see what's next.

[Low Elco]

Great truck! Sorry to hear about Radio, sounded like he lived a good long life.

[SKT]

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Any recent updates on this one?

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yeah there has been a lot more work done to the truck. Just been too much stress and drama in my life to get on here and update everything, but I will as soon as I am able to.

[BigDaddyV]

Eric, I cant believe I missed this thread. You know Im right around the corner so if you ever need a hand just hit me up. Love this truck and now knowing the story it makes it even more special. Cant wait to see it.

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December 2014 - February 2015


Well I finally found some time to post some more updates.

During this phase of the build it was time to make this old truck handle and stop better, along with giving it a meaner attitude with the stance.


- Converted from 4 wheel non-power drum brakes to a full 4 wheel power disc brake setup. New stainless steel brake lines, all new rubber brake lines, and a chrome brake master cylinder

- removed the 15" wheel and tire combination and put on some Riddler 17" front and 18" rear wheels and new tires.

- Added anti-sway bars front and rear

- front lowering spindles and along with new lowering springs all around

- Completely rebuild the entire rear end. New differential , new gears, all new bearings and seals. new axles, 5 lug conversion all around

Here is a couple of pics of all the parts.


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and more pics of the work being done.

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And then a new seat also.