Project Big Orange (70 to 67 ~ long to short)

[Mike Bradbury]

Vex,
Just wanted to say that I think you are doing a great job with this build. There are many complexities involved with this project and it is comendable to even attempt such a huge undertaking. Looks like your son is enjoying the process as well, these are the things he will remember for the rest of his life. Are you going to switch to a one piece drive shaft or just shorten the two piece shaft.
Mike

[vexvader]

Originally Posted by Mike Bradbury

Vex,
Just wanted to say that I think you are doing a great job with this build. There are many complexities involved with this project and it is comendable to even attempt such a huge undertaking. Looks like your son is enjoying the process as well, these are the things he will remember for the rest of his life. Are you going to switch to a one piece drive shaft or just shorten the two piece shaft.
Mike

Mike,

Thanks for the encouragement. The quote at the bottom of your entry says is all. It has been a lot of work and I am learning a ton! I am working on getting everything back together and safe!

I have a one piece drive shaft from another 70 C10 SWB. I have not completely installed it yet but it looks like once I change out the transmission yoke it is going to fit perfect. That is good news!!!!

I also need to refit the break line and do a few more things before she will be back on the road. I hope it will be soon. I also plan to clean up the entire back half of the frame and suspension with some GUNK and a wire brush, then shoot it with a coat of rattle can black before i drop the SWB bed on it. I bought all new bolts.

Pics coming soon.

Vex

[vexvader]

Here are some pics.

I still have a few things to do before it is "road worthy", but it is 90% done.

I need to get some drop springs for the back because it is way to high.

Thanks for all the help from you guys!!

Vex

[vexvader]

Originally Posted by Mike Bradbury

Vex,
Just wanted to say that I think you are doing a great job with this build. There are many complexities involved with this project and it is comendable to even attempt such a huge undertaking. Looks like your son is enjoying the process as well, these are the things he will remember for the rest of his life. Are you going to switch to a one piece drive shaft or just shorten the two piece shaft.
Mike

Thanks!!

I used a one piece from another 1970 C10. I did not have to shorten it. It fit perfect and works great. It came out of a SWB with a 3 speed and a I6 motor. I have a 350 small block and a 700r4. I fit perfect. Man I love Chevys.

When are you going to start on yours? I can't wait to see it!

Vex

[vexvader]

What are your guys thoughts on my "frame straighting" idea?

Vex