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jonzcustomshop · 02-23-2011, 01:48 AM

just got this today!
new project... lots of rust on the lower edges.
does run, but not very good 292 3 on the tree.
supposed to have a posi.
all the important suburban stuff is still there. (except the back seat)
the spare tire saved the grille! one of the best 456 grilles I have seen.
A bonus, the guy I got it from wanted the 62-6 hood for his swb in the background... so I get his discarded -perfect- 60 hood!

jonzcustomshop · 02-23-2011, 01:55 AM

seat is just beautiful, it and the armrest must have been re-done at some point.

are these correct sub window locks?

I have to decide on a direction....
either really low (kinda leaning that way right now)
or 4X4 (my original plan)

**Captainfab** · 02-23-2011, 02:07 AM

Nice score Jon

Wow those seats are nice.

I say leave it 2wd and lower it just a little. Yes those are the original window locks. You have both of them?

**Bugeyev8** · 02-23-2011, 02:13 AM

looks like its not that bad..how are the floors?

Delmo · 02-23-2011, 02:19 AM

Cool man.

markeb01 · 02-23-2011, 02:39 AM

Great score! Good for you.

**Corts60** · 02-23-2011, 02:49 AM

Hell yeah! That is awesome!

LT1 Burb · 02-23-2011, 03:14 AM

Cool , seat has been redone and window lock is correct.

jonzcustomshop · 02-23-2011, 03:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Captainfab

Nice score Jon

Wow those seats are nice.

I say leave it 2wd and lower it just a little. Yes those are the original window locks. You have both of them?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bugeyev8

looks like its not that bad..how are the floors?

yeah got 'em both!!
the floors are solid, the rear mat is perfect, the rockers front and rear cab(?)braces are shot, and the foot wells are rusted 3/4 of the way up te firewall...

I have a real solid truck cab with a bad roof, I am going to give all this a look over and see if the 2 can become 1.

right now I am thinking : cut the roof posts and then the rockers/inner rockers and about 3 inches of floor, and then across the floor in front of the seat...
we'll see what it looks like.

gostranger · 02-23-2011, 07:51 AM

looks like a nice score seats look awesome the window latches are nice hold on to them they have been going for over 200 for a pair on ebay!!! looks like not a bad start what are the future plans lower it??? there are more and more subs poping up lately!!!!

jonzcustomshop · 02-23-2011, 08:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gostranger

looks like a nice score seats look awesome the window latches are nice hold on to them they have been going for over 200 for a pair on ebay!!! looks like not a bad start what are the future plans lower it??? there are more and more subs poping up lately!!!!

would love to do the full Dino style PB drop, but I don't have that kind of money!

maybe a c notch/springs/lowering blocks , dropped springs and spindles?
gonna have to check out the static drop thread again..

*lakeroadster* · 02-23-2011, 08:51 AM

Sweet 'burb Jon. A 4x4 would really be sweet. Or how about a long arm front suspension like the one Dino did?

SFTorange · 02-23-2011, 09:32 AM

Nice Jon!

You'll have a lock on the Missoula 60-66 market in no time!

jchav62 · 02-23-2011, 10:40 AM

Nice score!

Dinos63 · 02-23-2011, 11:19 AM

Jon nice sub kat!! And has the window locks !!!those are rare, i am also working on the wheel well measurement too, the gas tank in my sub is just 60-66 rear relocated tank that everyone carrys

**Clyde65** · 02-23-2011, 11:51 AM

man I hate yall 'burban finding/restoring guys!

I am going to the corner now......

Apache63 · 02-23-2011, 01:03 PM

Nice!!!

Pat

66Z71 · 02-23-2011, 06:48 PM

Livin in Montana the 4x4 sounds quite practical.

jonzcustomshop · 02-23-2011, 07:12 PM

I am kinda leaning that way today

I need a classy winter rig, and mt is a good place to have a 4x4 for winter...

I have a mostly complete 83 sub 1/2 4x4 chassis, been thinking of shortening it and just dropping the burb body on it. I would just do a slight body lift to get it to clear all the late model crossmembers.

then I was thinking I could slowly customize the 2wd frame for a later date...

still don't know what I want to do..maybe I need to find another one

the 4x4 might be my cheapest option right now, about the only thing I would have to buy is a shorter rear driveshaft, as compared to getting the 292 running, and fixing the 3 speed column shift, and lowering.....

first , while I am deciding I will clip the front of the body and make it rust free.
I have been checking out the differences between the truck and sub floors, they are mostly the same, but there a few, I'll post up some pics of them when I get the 2 stripped down.

was also thinking that some bedsides (lower) off a lwb might be a cool way to fix the rust and leave a little more room for a 4x4 tire with the bigger lwb wheelwell.

**Clyde65** · 02-23-2011, 07:24 PM

Hey Jon, I have a much better idea, put it in your shop, dismantle it, fix all the rust and mechanical issues , put it all back together and give it a smoking hot paint job, then bring it down here to me and put it in my garage, problem solved and we are all happy! right? Jon, were happy rite? JON! where did he go?

66Z71 · 02-23-2011, 07:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonzcustomshop

was also thinking that some bedsides (lower) off a lwb might be a cool way to fix the rust and leave a little more room for a 4x4 tire with the bigger lwb wheelwell.

So, the Suburban has the short wheelwels lke the short bed? or are the differenter?

**Clyde65** · 02-23-2011, 07:28 PM

short bed frames I believe.

**Captainfab** · 02-24-2011, 02:07 AM

Yep, the same as a shortbed pickup....same wheelbase as well.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 66Z71

So, the Suburban has the short wheelwels lke the short bed? or are the differenter?

jonzcustomshop · 02-24-2011, 07:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clyde65

Hey Jon, I have a much better idea, put it in your shop, dismantle it, fix all the rust and mechanical issues , put it all back together and give it a smoking hot paint job, then bring it down here to me and put it in my garage, problem solved and we are all happy! right? Jon, were happy rite? JON! where did he go?

trade ya for the crew cab!!

jonzcustomshop · 02-24-2011, 07:16 PM

I have 2 engine options, (besides the 292) a carb 396, or a '89 tbi 350.
any links on using the tbi motor w/out the factory computer?
I thought you could buy a kit to use one of these in an early vehicle.

02-23-2011, 01:48 AM	#1
jonzcustomshop 1961 crewcab Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: missoula, mt Posts: 6,164	SiX-fo SuBuRbAn just got this today! new project... lots of rust on the lower edges. does run, but not very good 292 3 on the tree. supposed to have a posi. all the important suburban stuff is still there. (except the back seat) the spare tire saved the grille! one of the best 456 grilles I have seen. A bonus, the guy I got it from wanted the 62-6 hood for his swb in the background... so I get his discarded -perfect- 60 hood! Attached Images __________________ 60 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=280904 61 crew build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=646830 63 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=336537 64 'burb build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=448681 65 'burb build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590715 65 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=281955

02-23-2011, 01:55 AM	#2
jonzcustomshop 1961 crewcab Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: missoula, mt Posts: 6,164	Re: SiX-fo SuBuRbAn seat is just beautiful, it and the armrest must have been re-done at some point. are these correct sub window locks? I have to decide on a direction.... either really low (kinda leaning that way right now) or 4X4 (my original plan) Attached Images __________________ 60 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=280904 61 crew build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=646830 63 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=336537 64 'burb build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=448681 65 'burb build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590715 65 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=281955

02-23-2011, 02:07 AM	#3
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,250	Re: SiX-fo SuBuRbAn Nice score Jon Wow those seats are nice. I say leave it 2wd and lower it just a little. Yes those are the original window locks. You have both of them? __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE Last edited by Captainfab; 02-23-2011 at 02:08 AM.

02-23-2011, 02:13 AM	#4
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02-23-2011, 02:19 AM	#5
Delmo Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Burbank CA Posts: 1,226	Re: SiX-fo SuBuRbAn Cool man.

02-23-2011, 02:39 AM	#6
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: SiX-fo SuBuRbAn Great score! Good for you.

02-23-2011, 02:49 AM	#7
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02-23-2011, 03:14 AM	#8
LT1 Burb Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Winchester Oregon, formerly Vancouver BC Posts: 2,949	Re: SiX-fo SuBuRbAn Cool , seat has been redone and window lock is correct.

02-23-2011, 07:51 AM	#10
gostranger 65 suburban vortec 5.3 bagged Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: upstate new york Posts: 1,317	Re: SiX-fo SuBuRbAn looks like a nice score seats look awesome the window latches are nice hold on to them they have been going for over 200 for a pair on ebay!!! looks like not a bad start what are the future plans lower it??? there are more and more subs poping up lately!!!!

02-23-2011, 08:51 AM	#12
lakeroadster Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: High Plains of Colorado Posts: 2,485	Re: SiX-fo SuBuRbAn Sweet 'burb Jon. A 4x4 would really be sweet. Or how about a long arm front suspension like the one Dino did?

02-23-2011, 09:32 AM	#13
SFTorange Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Billings, MT Posts: 417	Re: SiX-fo SuBuRbAn Nice Jon! You'll have a lock on the Missoula 60-66 market in no time!

02-23-2011, 10:40 AM	#14
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02-23-2011, 11:19 AM	#15
Dinos63 chevy only Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,619	Re: SiX-fo SuBuRbAn Jon nice sub kat!! And has the window locks !!!those are rare, i am also working on the wheel well measurement too, the gas tank in my sub is just 60-66 rear relocated tank that everyone carrys __________________ CHEVY ONLY... Nothin Else !

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02-23-2011, 06:48 PM	#18
66Z71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Milwaukie, Oregon Posts: 204	Re: SiX-fo SuBuRbAn Livin in Montana the 4x4 sounds quite practical. __________________ "Always try to make the best part you can with the skills you have. If it isn't good enough throw it away and make another. Every time you make a part your skill will increase and you'll make a better part than you were capable of making before." Lil John Buttera

02-23-2011, 07:12 PM	#19
jonzcustomshop 1961 crewcab Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: missoula, mt Posts: 6,164	Re: SiX-fo SuBuRbAn I am kinda leaning that way today I need a classy winter rig, and mt is a good place to have a 4x4 for winter... I have a mostly complete 83 sub 1/2 4x4 chassis, been thinking of shortening it and just dropping the burb body on it. I would just do a slight body lift to get it to clear all the late model crossmembers. then I was thinking I could slowly customize the 2wd frame for a later date... still don't know what I want to do..maybe I need to find another one the 4x4 might be my cheapest option right now, about the only thing I would have to buy is a shorter rear driveshaft, as compared to getting the 292 running, and fixing the 3 speed column shift, and lowering..... first , while I am deciding I will clip the front of the body and make it rust free. I have been checking out the differences between the truck and sub floors, they are mostly the same, but there a few, I'll post up some pics of them when I get the 2 stripped down. was also thinking that some bedsides (lower) off a lwb might be a cool way to fix the rust and leave a little more room for a 4x4 tire with the bigger lwb wheelwell. __________________ 60 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=280904 61 crew build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=646830 63 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=336537 64 'burb build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=448681 65 'burb build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590715 65 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=281955

02-23-2011, 07:24 PM	#20
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,545	Re: SiX-fo SuBuRbAn Hey Jon, I have a much better idea, put it in your shop, dismantle it, fix all the rust and mechanical issues , put it all back together and give it a smoking hot paint job, then bring it down here to me and put it in my garage, problem solved and we are all happy! right? Jon, were happy rite? JON! where did he go? __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!* Last edited by Clyde65; 02-23-2011 at 07:25 PM.

02-23-2011, 07:28 PM	#22
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,545	Re: SiX-fo SuBuRbAn short bed frames I believe. __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

02-24-2011, 07:16 PM	#25
jonzcustomshop 1961 crewcab Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: missoula, mt Posts: 6,164	Re: SiX-fo SuBuRbAn I have 2 engine options, (besides the 292) a carb 396, or a '89 tbi 350. any links on using the tbi motor w/out the factory computer? I thought you could buy a kit to use one of these in an early vehicle. __________________ 60 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=280904 61 crew build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=646830 63 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=336537 64 'burb build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=448681 65 'burb build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590715 65 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=281955

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