2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

BIG HEAD · 03-29-2008, 03:08 AM

Does anyone have a 67-72 with 2.5 ton rockwells. Lets see some pictures?

toomanytoyz · 03-29-2008, 03:27 AM

A Member (tallhoedude) is Doing an Awesome 69-72 Blazer with them, Here is a Link to His Build........

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=221935

Rick

**special-K** · 03-29-2008, 04:28 AM

I built a bogger from a `71 GMC K1500 that I used 2 1/2T Rockwells in.I had pictures on the computer before I lost all my files.I haven`t been able to get my scanner to install onto my computer.I had to mount saddles to fit the Jimmy leafs and I ran the Rockwell duece & a quarter t-case and d-shafts.

tallhoedude · 03-29-2008, 06:32 PM

well i got beat to my own link...lol!!!

are you plannin something?mine isnt done yet,mose of the chassis is,just finishing up a few things and then bodywork...ugh!

if i can help w/anything pm or call me 765-215-4037,andy

toomanytoyz · 03-29-2008, 09:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tallhoedude

well i got beat to my own link...lol!!!

are you plannin something?mine isnt done yet,mose of the chassis is,just finishing up a few things and then bodywork...ugh!

if i can help w/anything pm or call me 765-215-4037,andy

Sorry about that Andy, Inquiring Minds Wanted to Know

special-K, I Sure Hope you can Get the Pics Scanned, Would love to see them.......

Rick

tallhoedude · 03-29-2008, 10:55 PM

just kidding rick,glad you think enough of my build to show it to someone else.big thanks for the compliments.youre welcome to stop by and ck out the progress in person anytime!

special -k get those pics up,we need more rockwell rigs on here!!!

**special-K** · 03-30-2008, 06:20 AM

I`m not sure if something`s wrong with my scanner or if I need to reinstall the driver.I`ll try to figure it out.

wibilly · 03-30-2008, 06:54 AM

i'd like to see some pics too. i'm thinking a mudtruck is in my future and have odels of duece and a 1/4'1/2's at work

BIG HEAD · 03-30-2008, 01:21 PM

I am completly new at the internet thing. I have some pictures on page 19 of 4x4 pictures. 1972 stepside 4 linked with rockwells. It is my project for the last six months. how do i go about putting a series of pictures up. I read somewere that there is a 5 picture max. Is that true?

**special-K** · 03-30-2008, 05:18 PM

You can post more in a "link",5 is the limit.But,don`t ask me how.I`m right behind you with my dunce cap.

I`m going to Walmart with a bunch of old photos and having them scan and download onto a disc.For less than $5 I can have them do what my lame arse can`t.

**special-K** · 04-05-2008, 08:15 PM

These were the only two I could find from right before it got hauled off.I know there are some of it in action.I didn`t take them,of course.I should have them somewhere.There were other pictures I couldn`t find,also.Guess I need to make another cd when I come across them.

tallhoedude · 04-05-2008, 08:25 PM

nice,about how much lift did you have,if you recall?
thanks

toomanytoyz · 04-05-2008, 08:56 PM

Thanks for the Pics, Look forward to seeing the Action Pics of it...............

Rick

**special-K** · 04-05-2008, 10:45 PM

12" Superlift for`73-87,IIRC.The mounts were made to drop it a bit,too.In the rear we made blocks that were traction bars that came forward about 5' to bushed pivot mounts.They didn`t make 12" rear springs.We fabbed bars for up front,too.

Mudder · 04-06-2008, 04:50 AM

Here is an old one that was pretty well known. The last time I saw it it was on a trailer all taken apart.

Towstrap · 04-06-2008, 07:13 AM

im slowyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy putting rocks under my burban ill post up a buils thread later

Ironman97459 · 04-06-2008, 08:15 AM

I'll post some of my 72 when i get a little time. Currently have axles mounted up under my bare frame.

**special-K** · 04-06-2008, 01:49 PM

Mudder,I remember that one.I had that and another on my computer I wish I had stored.I looks like that`88-up is bent in that first pic.
Towstrap,where the heck have you been?I see you have all the goods in one pic.Can`t wait to see that altogether.I`m sure not as bad as you do.
Ironman97459,that would be great to see.Can`t tell much once a body is on.

Towstrap · 04-06-2008, 02:03 PM

actually that 6x6 is one of your recover vehicles just havnt had any $$$$ to do anything on the burb and slowwwwwy working on a new tow rig too a 78 topkick crew cab pickup maybe 4x4 not made up my mind yet have all most all of the stuff to make it 4x4 will be doing a uild thread on that one too

willis0107 · 04-18-2008, 01:21 AM

MUDDER

That truck looks familiar. Is it from around the Hannibal area? If s o that guy had some awesome old jeeps as well.

Mudder · 04-18-2008, 05:23 AM

He was stationed in MO when I met him but not sure if he is from MO.

willis0107 · 04-18-2008, 07:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mudder

He was stationed in MO when I met him but not sure if he is from MO.

Just wondering. The guy that I am thinking about had all of his vehicles painted that way. You may have heard of him Walden is his last name from Hannibal. I am going to be home on the 24 of the month where are you at in central MO PM me please I would like to come and see your truck.

Ironman97459 · 04-18-2008, 11:11 PM

Here's a couple pics of my current build a 72 long bed with rocks. Will be starting a buiold thread and posting pics when I get some time.

tallhoedude · 04-19-2008, 01:04 PM

ironman, looks good, i actually see some similarities in our builds,like the way you built your hangers.

what disc brakes are you running?

andy

Ironman97459 · 04-19-2008, 11:28 PM

Hangers are real similar since I stole some of your ideas.

The inside plate goes all the way to top of frame though.
The brakes are 6x6 2 ton setup.

03-29-2008, 03:08 AM	#1
BIG HEAD Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: lake city florida Posts: 327	2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 Does anyone have a 67-72 with 2.5 ton rockwells. Lets see some pictures?

03-29-2008, 03:27 AM	#2
toomanytoyz Luv the Crewcabs Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Andrews, In. 46702 Posts: 4,097	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 A Member (tallhoedude) is Doing an Awesome 69-72 Blazer with them, Here is a Link to His Build........ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=221935 Rick __________________ 55 Nomad 52 Willys Truck 67 Stepper 67 Fleet 68 Wrecker 68 Suburban 76 Crewcab 79 Gmc Dumptruck 84 Blazer 86 Crewcab Stepside 87 Iroc 89 GMC Plow Truck 91 Camaro Vert 96 Z71 Stepsde

03-29-2008, 04:28 AM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 I built a bogger from a `71 GMC K1500 that I used 2 1/2T Rockwells in.I had pictures on the computer before I lost all my files.I haven`t been able to get my scanner to install onto my computer.I had to mount saddles to fit the Jimmy leafs and I ran the Rockwell duece & a quarter t-case and d-shafts. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 04-05-2008 at 08:17 PM. Reason: My bad:K1500 not K/10

03-29-2008, 06:32 PM	#4
tallhoedude ROCKWELL 5 TON CLUB !! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: indiana Posts: 516	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 well i got beat to my own link...lol!!! are you plannin something?mine isnt done yet,mose of the chassis is,just finishing up a few things and then bodywork...ugh! if i can help w/anything pm or call me 765-215-4037,andy __________________ 1970 K5 "ON THE ROCKS" PROJECT:500hp 6.0 fuel injected. 2wd sm465 trans,t136 2.5 ton transfercase,5ton rockwells with 9.34 gears,custom wheel disc brakes,full hydro steering20+" OF LIFT AND 67/35/25's..67" tall TRACTOR TIRES.."THE MUD SLUT!!" MY BUILD THREAD: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=221935 1997 TAHOE,SAS D60 14B,5:13 DISC BRAKES,CROSSOVER STEER,HYDRO ASSIST,42 IROKS HINT:NEW NAME "K5ontheROCKS!"

03-29-2008, 10:55 PM	#6
tallhoedude ROCKWELL 5 TON CLUB !! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: indiana Posts: 516	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 just kidding rick,glad you think enough of my build to show it to someone else.big thanks for the compliments.youre welcome to stop by and ck out the progress in person anytime! special -k get those pics up,we need more rockwell rigs on here!!! __________________ 1970 K5 "ON THE ROCKS" PROJECT:500hp 6.0 fuel injected. 2wd sm465 trans,t136 2.5 ton transfercase,5ton rockwells with 9.34 gears,custom wheel disc brakes,full hydro steering20+" OF LIFT AND 67/35/25's..67" tall TRACTOR TIRES.."THE MUD SLUT!!" MY BUILD THREAD: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=221935 1997 TAHOE,SAS D60 14B,5:13 DISC BRAKES,CROSSOVER STEER,HYDRO ASSIST,42 IROKS HINT:NEW NAME "K5ontheROCKS!" Last edited by tallhoedude; 03-29-2008 at 10:56 PM. Reason: .

03-30-2008, 06:20 AM	#7
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 I`m not sure if something`s wrong with my scanner or if I need to reinstall the driver.I`ll try to figure it out. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

03-30-2008, 06:54 AM	#8
wibilly Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: northwestern wi Posts: 2,111	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 i'd like to see some pics too. i'm thinking a mudtruck is in my future and have odels of duece and a 1/4'1/2's at work __________________ common sense isn't so common anymore

03-30-2008, 01:21 PM	#9
BIG HEAD Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: lake city florida Posts: 327	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 I am completly new at the internet thing. I have some pictures on page 19 of 4x4 pictures. 1972 stepside 4 linked with rockwells. It is my project for the last six months. how do i go about putting a series of pictures up. I read somewere that there is a 5 picture max. Is that true? Last edited by BIG HEAD; 03-30-2008 at 01:32 PM.

03-30-2008, 05:18 PM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 You can post more in a "link",5 is the limit.But,don`t ask me how.I`m right behind you with my dunce cap. I`m going to Walmart with a bunch of old photos and having them scan and download onto a disc.For less than $5 I can have them do what my lame arse can`t. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 03-31-2008 at 12:10 AM.

04-05-2008, 08:15 PM	#11
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 These were the only two I could find from right before it got hauled off.I know there are some of it in action.I didn`t take them,of course.I should have them somewhere.There were other pictures I couldn`t find,also.Guess I need to make another cd when I come across them. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

04-05-2008, 08:25 PM	#12
tallhoedude ROCKWELL 5 TON CLUB !! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: indiana Posts: 516	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 nice,about how much lift did you have,if you recall? thanks __________________ 1970 K5 "ON THE ROCKS" PROJECT:500hp 6.0 fuel injected. 2wd sm465 trans,t136 2.5 ton transfercase,5ton rockwells with 9.34 gears,custom wheel disc brakes,full hydro steering20+" OF LIFT AND 67/35/25's..67" tall TRACTOR TIRES.."THE MUD SLUT!!" MY BUILD THREAD: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=221935 1997 TAHOE,SAS D60 14B,5:13 DISC BRAKES,CROSSOVER STEER,HYDRO ASSIST,42 IROKS HINT:NEW NAME "K5ontheROCKS!"

04-05-2008, 08:56 PM	#13
toomanytoyz Luv the Crewcabs Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Andrews, In. 46702 Posts: 4,097	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 Thanks for the Pics, Look forward to seeing the Action Pics of it............... Rick __________________ 55 Nomad 52 Willys Truck 67 Stepper 67 Fleet 68 Wrecker 68 Suburban 76 Crewcab 79 Gmc Dumptruck 84 Blazer 86 Crewcab Stepside 87 Iroc 89 GMC Plow Truck 91 Camaro Vert 96 Z71 Stepsde

04-05-2008, 10:45 PM	#14
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 12" Superlift for`73-87,IIRC.The mounts were made to drop it a bit,too.In the rear we made blocks that were traction bars that came forward about 5' to bushed pivot mounts.They didn`t make 12" rear springs.We fabbed bars for up front,too. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 04-06-2008 at 01:42 PM.

04-06-2008, 04:50 AM	#15
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 Here is an old one that was pretty well known. The last time I saw it it was on a trailer all taken apart. Attached Images

04-06-2008, 07:13 AM	#16
Towstrap Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: davison Mich Posts: 247	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 im slowyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy putting rocks under my burban ill post up a buils thread later



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04-06-2008, 08:15 AM	#17
Ironman97459 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: North bend, OR Posts: 22	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 I'll post some of my 72 when i get a little time. Currently have axles mounted up under my bare frame.

04-06-2008, 01:49 PM	#18
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 Mudder,I remember that one.I had that and another on my computer I wish I had stored.I looks like that`88-up is bent in that first pic. Towstrap,where the heck have you been?I see you have all the goods in one pic.Can`t wait to see that altogether.I`m sure not as bad as you do. Ironman97459,that would be great to see.Can`t tell much once a body is on. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

04-06-2008, 02:03 PM	#19
Towstrap Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: davison Mich Posts: 247	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 actually that 6x6 is one of your recover vehicles just havnt had any $$$$ to do anything on the burb and slowwwwwy working on a new tow rig too a 78 topkick crew cab pickup maybe 4x4 not made up my mind yet have all most all of the stuff to make it 4x4 will be doing a uild thread on that one too Last edited by Towstrap; 04-06-2008 at 02:04 PM.

04-18-2008, 01:21 AM	#20
willis0107 67lwb Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Centralia Mo Posts: 180	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 MUDDER That truck looks familiar. Is it from around the Hannibal area? If s o that guy had some awesome old jeeps as well.

04-18-2008, 05:23 AM	#21
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 He was stationed in MO when I met him but not sure if he is from MO.

04-18-2008, 11:11 PM	#23
Ironman97459 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: North bend, OR Posts: 22	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 Here's a couple pics of my current build a 72 long bed with rocks. Will be starting a buiold thread and posting pics when I get some time. Attached Images

04-19-2008, 01:04 PM	#24
tallhoedude ROCKWELL 5 TON CLUB !! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: indiana Posts: 516	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 ironman, looks good, i actually see some similarities in our builds,like the way you built your hangers. what disc brakes are you running? andy __________________ 1970 K5 "ON THE ROCKS" PROJECT:500hp 6.0 fuel injected. 2wd sm465 trans,t136 2.5 ton transfercase,5ton rockwells with 9.34 gears,custom wheel disc brakes,full hydro steering20+" OF LIFT AND 67/35/25's..67" tall TRACTOR TIRES.."THE MUD SLUT!!" MY BUILD THREAD: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=221935 1997 TAHOE,SAS D60 14B,5:13 DISC BRAKES,CROSSOVER STEER,HYDRO ASSIST,42 IROKS HINT:NEW NAME "K5ontheROCKS!"

04-19-2008, 11:28 PM	#25
Ironman97459 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: North bend, OR Posts: 22	Re: 2.5 ton rockwell axles in a 67-72 Hangers are real similar since I stole some of your ideas. The inside plate goes all the way to top of frame though. The brakes are 6x6 2 ton setup. Attached Images

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