Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

sdailey · 07-12-2007, 03:11 PM

Well here is my new project that I bought June '07. It's a 1969 C/10 on a 4x4 shortened lwb frame. It has factory air, ps, and pb. The truck has 3/4t running gear with a 350 and a 4spd tranny. Upon further inspection it has 2wd Nissan springs under the front end or at least that's what's written on them with a paint pen. (Notice how the front wheels are "tucked" in the wheel wells) Anyway, I'm just now starting to strip it down to the frame to see exactly what "Patches" is made of and I figured I might as well start a build thread to show what pictures I have so far. Thanks to everyone for the advice so far on my new project, especially Mike and Dustin. Enjoy!

sdailey · 07-12-2007, 03:13 PM

sdailey · 07-12-2007, 03:16 PM

"Ingenuity" at it's finest. The po used sockets for shims under the seat

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Driver's floor

Passenger floor

sdailey · 07-12-2007, 03:20 PM

Here is my '76 donor truck after I took the cutting torch to it. I'm swapping out the 3/4t axles for the ones off the '76 so I can get disc's up front. (Notice the new Warn hubs.)

sdailey · 07-12-2007, 03:25 PM

Please feel free to chime in with any advice or tricks you learned while doing your projects.

I'm hoping to have the cab and front clip off this weekend so I can tell how bad "Patches" really is. My goal (one day) is for it too look like this one.

VA_TLC I hope you don't mind me using your truck as a reference. It just looks so good. I envy you.

kyoung · 07-12-2007, 03:27 PM

I love the name.."Patches" Great start and good luck with the project. I'll keep an eye out for updates.

RedZ71 · 07-12-2007, 03:37 PM

excellent project... and you sure picked a nice one to look up to too!!

prg machine · 07-12-2007, 04:35 PM

A lot to be said about the shortening of the frame here. Some may not agree with me , but I would have prefered seeing a diaganol or double section or Z for the shortening . I would get the weld checked out by a pro and possibly re-done. Then plate over it with a "fishplate" for strength a fair distance front to back . Welds about an inch long and spaced 2-3 inches apart along the sides of the plates.
Looks like a good project for sure. The cab looks like a lotta work.

sdailey · 07-13-2007, 07:50 AM

Strengthening the frame is on the top on my things to do list first. I already have some 3/8" plate to weld in there when I finsh stripping the frame.

sdailey · 07-17-2007, 08:37 AM

I made a little progress over the weekend on Patches. I got the front clip and cab removed with some help from my neighbor Alan (user name here Alan's Classic). The last picture is one more reason for the name Patches.

1969k10stepside · 07-17-2007, 10:09 AM

I am fairly positive the frame is also from a 69 K20 chopped down.If those axles were the originals from the chassis than the axles and the frame are pre 70.70 they went to open knuckle axles with drum brakes.The rear spring hangers are also a pre 70 or 71 item.The front spring hangers are another give away-69 was the first year they used those style front spring hangers.The power steering..if the frame is dimpled for the power steering than it's a 69-72 frame.69 is when they first put the power steering box on that wasnt ram assist power steering.If the frame is flat around the steering box its a 67-68.So,I am 99.9% positive the frame/chassis is a 1969 due to the power steering,front and rear spring hangers,and the closed knuckle front axle.So,there you go..The frame VIN will confirm the year.

Dustin

**jerry moss** · 07-17-2007, 12:35 PM

if you plate the frame do not off road it much. plating will eliminate the ability of the frame to "flex" and it will break at one end or the other of the plate. the Z cut is the proper way to shorten a frame.

1969k10stepside · 07-17-2007, 12:45 PM

Here are the pics of a non dimpled frame
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royo · 11-29-2007, 10:50 PM

any updates

jkade · 11-30-2007, 08:34 AM

That is gonna be nice when finished and I like the Kubota also.

sdailey · 12-31-2007, 04:56 PM

No updates as of yet. I found a factory SWB 4wd frame that I'm going to use once I start work on it again, which will probably be after the first of the year.

Stay tuned. Work in progress.

1969k10stepside · 12-31-2007, 05:01 PM

I hadn't heard anything from you so I wondered about the truck.Glad that you found a good frame..

NEVERENOUGH · 12-31-2007, 05:22 PM

Nice project I love the look of a lifted short bed 67-72 body style. They are getting hard to find and expensive but have a look like no other. Glad you found a good frame start with a solid foundation.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 01-01-2008, 07:18 AM

Keep us posted...

72BlckButy · 01-01-2008, 03:35 PM

keep us posted...

sdailey · 02-20-2008, 03:10 AM

As you all know, doing a build takes plenty of time and lots of money and I like most everyone else have little of both.

As of late I've been trying to acquire parts as money allowed. I had to do a little work on the frame before taking it to the sandblaster. The frame had some stress cracks coming off the bolt holes at the rear leaf spring hangers.

Off to the sandblaster...

I'm swapping the closed knuckle drum brakes axles for a set of disc brake axles from a '72 Blazer. (Thanks Tim)

In the meantime, I tried to save money by cleaning the axles myself. What a mistake that was and what a chore.

Before...

After...

Tool used...

sdailey · 02-20-2008, 03:18 AM

Parts have been slowly arriving every week.

Tires...Goodyear Wrangler MTR's 33x12.50x15

Lift....4" Tuff Country

Heavy Duty Shackles from ORD

Back from the blaster....

Paint and Primer from PM Industries. I'm going to try their satin black finish chassis paint. I chose them after reading about them in msgross's build and speaking with them on the phone.

sdailey · 02-20-2008, 03:19 AM

After a coat of PMI's silver primer...

The frame is still bare metal, it will have it's first coat of primer this afternoon.

I'm still working slowly but surely on Patches. Once I get the chassis done I'll worry about the body. I'm trying to take baby steps through this process and not get too overwhelmed, but it's real easy to do at times.

Anyway, thanks to everyone on this board for the wealth of information, support, and parts.

A special thanks to the 4x4 guys that have been helping me through this process. You know who you are.

Stay tuned.

orange72blazer · 02-28-2008, 06:36 PM

Lookin good. I like your tire choice. Have you made any more progress?

1969k10stepside · 02-29-2008, 02:46 AM

Have any pics of the new front springs for it? I was wondering how much arch they have.It's gonna be sweet when it's done.

07-12-2007, 03:11 PM	#1
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" Well here is my new project that I bought June '07. It's a 1969 C/10 on a 4x4 shortened lwb frame. It has factory air, ps, and pb. The truck has 3/4t running gear with a 350 and a 4spd tranny. Upon further inspection it has 2wd Nissan springs under the front end or at least that's what's written on them with a paint pen. (Notice how the front wheels are "tucked" in the wheel wells) Anyway, I'm just now starting to strip it down to the frame to see exactly what "Patches" is made of and I figured I might as well start a build thread to show what pictures I have so far. Thanks to everyone for the advice so far on my new project, especially Mike and Dustin. Enjoy! Last edited by sdailey; 07-20-2007 at 09:33 AM.

07-12-2007, 03:13 PM	#2
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches"

07-12-2007, 03:16 PM	#3
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" "Ingenuity" at it's finest. The po used sockets for shims under the seat. Driver's floor Passenger floor Last edited by sdailey; 07-20-2007 at 09:34 AM.

07-12-2007, 03:20 PM	#4
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" Here is my '76 donor truck after I took the cutting torch to it. I'm swapping out the 3/4t axles for the ones off the '76 so I can get disc's up front. (Notice the new Warn hubs.) Attached Images Last edited by sdailey; 07-12-2007 at 03:29 PM.

07-12-2007, 03:25 PM	#5
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" Please feel free to chime in with any advice or tricks you learned while doing your projects. I'm hoping to have the cab and front clip off this weekend so I can tell how bad "Patches" really is. My goal (one day) is for it too look like this one. VA_TLC I hope you don't mind me using your truck as a reference. It just looks so good. I envy you. Attached Images Last edited by sdailey; 07-12-2007 at 03:33 PM.

07-12-2007, 03:27 PM	#6
kyoung Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 66	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" I love the name.."Patches" Great start and good luck with the project. I'll keep an eye out for updates.

07-12-2007, 03:37 PM	#7
RedZ71 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 246	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" excellent project... and you sure picked a nice one to look up to too!! __________________ Jonathan 2001 ECSB Silverado Z71 1971 LB C10 Custom www.z71silverado.com

07-12-2007, 04:35 PM	#8
prg machine Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: oregon Posts: 1,069	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" A lot to be said about the shortening of the frame here. Some may not agree with me , but I would have prefered seeing a diaganol or double section or Z for the shortening . I would get the weld checked out by a pro and possibly re-done. Then plate over it with a "fishplate" for strength a fair distance front to back . Welds about an inch long and spaced 2-3 inches apart along the sides of the plates. Looks like a good project for sure. The cab looks like a lotta work.

07-13-2007, 07:50 AM	#9
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" Strengthening the frame is on the top on my things to do list first. I already have some 3/8" plate to weld in there when I finsh stripping the frame.

07-17-2007, 08:37 AM	#10
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" I made a little progress over the weekend on Patches. I got the front clip and cab removed with some help from my neighbor Alan (user name here Alan's Classic). The last picture is one more reason for the name Patches. Attached Images Last edited by sdailey; 07-17-2007 at 11:10 AM.

07-17-2007, 10:09 AM	#11
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,019	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" I am fairly positive the frame is also from a 69 K20 chopped down.If those axles were the originals from the chassis than the axles and the frame are pre 70.70 they went to open knuckle axles with drum brakes.The rear spring hangers are also a pre 70 or 71 item.The front spring hangers are another give away-69 was the first year they used those style front spring hangers.The power steering..if the frame is dimpled for the power steering than it's a 69-72 frame.69 is when they first put the power steering box on that wasnt ram assist power steering.If the frame is flat around the steering box its a 67-68.So,I am 99.9% positive the frame/chassis is a 1969 due to the power steering,front and rear spring hangers,and the closed knuckle front axle.So,there you go..The frame VIN will confirm the year. Dustin Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 07-17-2007 at 10:15 AM.

07-17-2007, 12:35 PM	#12
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,936	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" if you plate the frame do not off road it much. plating will eliminate the ability of the frame to "flex" and it will break at one end or the other of the plate. the Z cut is the proper way to shorten a frame. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

07-17-2007, 12:45 PM	#13
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,019	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" Here are the pics of a non dimpled frame And a "dimpled" frame: Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 07-17-2007 at 12:48 PM.

11-29-2007, 10:50 PM	#14
royo Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: knoxville tn Posts: 1,013	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" any updates __________________ nickle and dime

11-30-2007, 08:34 AM	#15
jkade Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: AL Posts: 2,517	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" That is gonna be nice when finished and I like the Kubota also.



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12-31-2007, 04:56 PM	#16
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" No updates as of yet. I found a factory SWB 4wd frame that I'm going to use once I start work on it again, which will probably be after the first of the year. Stay tuned. Work in progress. __________________ Shannon

12-31-2007, 05:01 PM	#17
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,019	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" I hadn't heard anything from you so I wondered about the truck.Glad that you found a good frame.. Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 12-31-2007 at 05:12 PM.

12-31-2007, 05:22 PM	#18
NEVERENOUGH Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Chino Valley Az Posts: 210	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" Nice project I love the look of a lifted short bed 67-72 body style. They are getting hard to find and expensive but have a look like no other. Glad you found a good frame start with a solid foundation.

01-01-2008, 07:18 AM	#19
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" Keep us posted... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

01-01-2008, 03:35 PM	#20
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" keep us posted... __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

02-20-2008, 03:10 AM	#21
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" As you all know, doing a build takes plenty of time and lots of money and I like most everyone else have little of both. As of late I've been trying to acquire parts as money allowed. I had to do a little work on the frame before taking it to the sandblaster. The frame had some stress cracks coming off the bolt holes at the rear leaf spring hangers. Off to the sandblaster... I'm swapping the closed knuckle drum brakes axles for a set of disc brake axles from a '72 Blazer. (Thanks Tim) In the meantime, I tried to save money by cleaning the axles myself. What a mistake that was and what a chore. Before... After... Tool used... __________________ Shannon Last edited by sdailey; 02-20-2008 at 03:38 AM.

02-20-2008, 03:18 AM	#22
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" Parts have been slowly arriving every week. Tires...Goodyear Wrangler MTR's 33x12.50x15 Lift....4" Tuff Country Heavy Duty Shackles from ORD Back from the blaster.... Paint and Primer from PM Industries. I'm going to try their satin black finish chassis paint. I chose them after reading about them in msgross's build and speaking with them on the phone. __________________ Shannon Last edited by sdailey; 02-21-2008 at 07:44 PM.

02-20-2008, 03:19 AM	#23
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" After a coat of PMI's silver primer... The frame is still bare metal, it will have it's first coat of primer this afternoon. I'm still working slowly but surely on Patches. Once I get the chassis done I'll worry about the body. I'm trying to take baby steps through this process and not get too overwhelmed, but it's real easy to do at times. Anyway, thanks to everyone on this board for the wealth of information, support, and parts. A special thanks to the 4x4 guys that have been helping me through this process. You know who you are. Stay tuned. __________________ Shannon Last edited by sdailey; 02-20-2008 at 09:20 PM.

02-28-2008, 06:36 PM	#24
orange72blazer Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: West Michigan Posts: 447	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" Lookin good. I like your tire choice. Have you made any more progress? __________________ 1972 Chevy Blazer 1997 GMC Sierra 2009 Chevy Tahoe

02-29-2008, 02:46 AM	#25
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,019	Re: Project - '69 4x4 named "Patches" Have any pics of the new front springs for it? I was wondering how much arch they have.It's gonna be sweet when it's done.

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