Project: 1968 GMC C2500

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

Ok guys, i first purchased this truck last summer in July/Aug. and have since done some stuff to somewhat start the resoration part of the build. When i first got it home i worked some ofthe bugs out of the engine since it hadnt run in 4 to 5 yrs. Replaced plugs, wires, cap, rotor, fuel filter and filled tank with fresh fuel as well as a can of sea foam.

After i did all that i began to strip/wire wheel all the paint off the body and see what was hidden underneath. I found a lot of hidden bondo and more rust. I also started pulling the interior out and glass out to eventually get that all replaced. I also ordered some interior pieces for after the build. I got a Highliner headliner, door panels, sun visors, and a seal/weathersrtipping kit for glass and doors.

I recently moved it to a storage facility and i am beginning to replace body panels, starting with fenders and doors and possibly a hood and full bed if i can find one.



I will have pictures avail. as soon as i get a camera to use!

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

Hey guys just to update everyone on this truck, I ordered some Crome Valve cover and has the chevy sign with the chevy print on them. Got those off of www.jegs.com.

Still working on the photo... we will hopfully have some up this weekend when we take the brakes off.

I'll keep you posted

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

Hello, why ain't anyone replyin back, lol?

[Palf70Step]

Sounds like you are getting a good start.

Hope you can post some pictures of the truck and its progress.

[68K20 x Drill]

Cause you have still not posted a PICTAR!!!!

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

ya, we are takin' pictures tomorrow morning before we go ice fishin' i think, sorry guys

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

Pictures are still coming, it was WAY to cold to do anything yesturday only was3-5 degrees out... brrr.

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

hey guys, we might be take picture pictures tonight.

Also, does anyone have a pretty good shap truck bed that you don't want... we are looking for a truck bed around here and on the internet and have not had much luck trying to find one. let me know what you guys have. Thanks everyone

[ProStreet83C10]

ok guys, this is 87_3/4ton_chevys friend and we FINALLY got progress pics

[ProStreet83C10]

Enjoy guys!!!!


All tips and replys more than welcome, if you know of something to replace or better the truck please let us know. This is our first 67-72 build!

[Mister laugh]

What direction are you going with it? I think i finally found a solid start in my price rance but unfortunately like yours, it's a 2wd 3/4 ton, I just don't know if i want a 2wd 3/4.

[ProStreet83C10]

i guess, not being the owner i cant exactly say either but i THINK he is wanting to do some sort of a hot rod type street machine. Not exactly sure yet as he keep saying different ways he wants to do it.

Ive heard he wats to go all original parts, and ive heard him say he wants to go all custom parts, so i guess im just waiting to see which way it ends up taking off

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

i want it to be custom

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

http://www.jegs.com/webapp/wcs/store...10002_25084_-1

*** those are the valve covers that i bought

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

what you think about those valve covers?

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

The next thing we are plannin on doing is taking the engine out so we can get all that cleaned up and paint under the hood. Does anyone have any ideas what to do once we get the engine... We got those valve covers ( website is above ).

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

Well, in the progess of buying a timing cover. The internet thing is being gay so hopfully we can get that ordered. I will keep you guys posted... with more progess pictures and keeping you updated on things i am buying. This is the timing cover i am getting......
http://www.jegs.com/webapp/wcs/store...10002_13520_-1

Also, one of my friends has a 1968 gmc truck JUST like mine. He dosn't drive it anymore due to being hit by a deer going 60 MPH. Only missed up the grill so he said i could get parts... ANY parts off of that i wanted.... hopefully i can get this thing rolling soon!!!

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

Hey i have a question for you. I am looking for new gauges for my dash of my 1968 gmc truck. I don't know if these will work for this style or truck, what do you think?

http://www.jegs.com/webapp/wcs/store...hTerm=105-1300

Please let me know asap if these would work or would it be best just to get a complete dash cluster and go that way?

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

Hey guys, We are planning on pulling the engine tomorrow and chroming it out. I turned 16 today so i need someting to drive. With this cold weather down here kinda put a set back on this. ALso, working doesn't help any but need the moey. Have a good buddy of mine that customs bikes and he id gonna be over this weekend to put the engine back it. I will take photos so you guys can see the progress.

Don't be scared to write back

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

engine is out and starting to take apart parts. Photo will be up soon.

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

Well guys, I am taking the engine in this afternoon to get checked out and cleaned like new. I will post the old phiotos of the dirty engine then will post the clean ones.

[1987_3/4ton_chevy]

engine is cleaned... put back together for the most part.... working on painting it now. I will post photos soon...