Finally got the truck on the road. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

kevmic28 · 11-29-2009, 02:21 PM

Maiden was up to Dallas to for the holidays. Runs good but a serious gas hog. lol I got the new engine in about two weeks ago. 360 .60 over. stock intake and carb, with hooker comp headers.
I am going to have to upgrade the tranny in the spring. The th350 is only a 3 speed. I want something with overdrive.
Only issues I had was the front suspension/steering is sloppy. Need to replace ball joints and bearings. Oh also about 5 miles from home on the trip back the front tire tread separated on me. I was hoping the tires would hold out till I got new rims. Oh well got to find a used tire shop to get a temp replacement.

**LockDoc** · 11-29-2009, 08:57 PM

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Glad you made it with no major problems. What rear end ratio are you you running?

It shouldn't be too hard to find a tire to put on it 'til you get the new rims.

LockDoc

oldblue1968chevy · 11-29-2009, 09:10 PM

sweet feels good I bet..

got pics

tonypaul · 11-29-2009, 09:25 PM

wish you were in Austin.... I have some left over tires in the storage that I would give you.....

FRENCHBLUE72 · 11-29-2009, 10:54 PM

Man I cannot wait for the maiden voyage trip in mine...

kevmic28 · 11-29-2009, 11:07 PM

I dont have any idea what the ratio is. Stock I would assume.
Thanks Tony, wish I was too. I have a shop up the road from me thay sells used tires. Will get one there.

**70cst** · 11-29-2009, 11:16 PM

but I got to say it ...

kevmic28 · 11-29-2009, 11:53 PM

These pics are from when I got her. I have painted the flat bed and shaved the trim off since then. Ill try to take some tomorrow if it doesnt rain.

11-29-2009, 02:21 PM	#1
kevmic28 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Arlington Texas Posts: 602	Finally got the truck on the road. Maiden was up to Dallas to for the holidays. Runs good but a serious gas hog. lol I got the new engine in about two weeks ago. 360 .60 over. stock intake and carb, with hooker comp headers. I am going to have to upgrade the tranny in the spring. The th350 is only a 3 speed. I want something with overdrive. Only issues I had was the front suspension/steering is sloppy. Need to replace ball joints and bearings. Oh also about 5 miles from home on the trip back the front tire tread separated on me. I was hoping the tires would hold out till I got new rims. Oh well got to find a used tire shop to get a temp replacement. __________________ 1970 GMC truck 1988 Harley 1200 Sportster

11-29-2009, 08:57 PM	#2
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 26,075	Re: Finally got the truck on the road. - Glad you made it with no major problems. What rear end ratio are you you running? It shouldn't be too hard to find a tire to put on it 'til you get the new rims. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

11-29-2009, 09:10 PM	#3
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Finally got the truck on the road. sweet feels good I bet.. got pics __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

11-29-2009, 09:25 PM	#4
tonypaul Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Austin Tx Posts: 639	Re: Finally got the truck on the road. wish you were in Austin.... I have some left over tires in the storage that I would give you.....

11-29-2009, 10:54 PM	#5
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Finally got the truck on the road. Man I cannot wait for the maiden voyage trip in mine... __________________ 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..

11-29-2009, 11:07 PM	#6
kevmic28 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Arlington Texas Posts: 602	Re: Finally got the truck on the road. I dont have any idea what the ratio is. Stock I would assume. Thanks Tony, wish I was too. I have a shop up the road from me thay sells used tires. Will get one there. __________________ 1970 GMC truck 1988 Harley 1200 Sportster

11-29-2009, 11:16 PM	#7
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,377	Re: Finally got the truck on the road. but I got to say it ... __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

11-29-2009, 11:53 PM	#8
kevmic28 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Arlington Texas Posts: 602	Re: Finally got the truck on the road. These pics are from when I got her. I have painted the flat bed and shaved the trim off since then. Ill try to take some tomorrow if it doesnt rain. Attached Images __________________ 1970 GMC truck 1988 Harley 1200 Sportster Last edited by kevmic28; 11-29-2009 at 11:54 PM.



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