The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network







Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

Go Back   The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network > 47 - Current classic GM Trucks > The 1960 - 1966 Chevrolet & GMC Pickups Message Board > projects and builds

Web 67-72chevytrucks.com


Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 09-25-2012, 09:45 AM   #101
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Got the deluxe heater pulled and the economy heater installed. I need the extra room in the engine bay for the big block. The economy heater was out of a 61 parts truck that came from MO. I dont know that the heater was used much as the original Harrison heater core was still installed and had all the original paint. Looked brand new. Anyways...disassembled and reassembled the heater system and got it installed. I think its runs hotter than the deluxe heater as its a recirculating heater as opposed to a fresh air heater. Also...the top two mounting posts made a perfect mounting location for the wiper bottle and mount. I didnt have to modify the mount to fit on the studs and used the heater mounting nuts to hold the bracket on. I will post pics tomorrow.
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-25-2012, 12:58 PM   #102
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Here is a pic of the washer bottle bracket and bottle mounted
Attached Images
 
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-25-2012, 01:30 PM   #103
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Another pic...heres one before and after to show how much room the deluxe heater took up
Attached Images
  
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-25-2012, 04:44 PM   #104
McMurphy
Registered User
 
McMurphy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Tacoma, WA
Posts: 2,425
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Any chance you could show me how you did the fresh air vent conversion to cables from the lever?
That would solve a space issue for me on the driver's side.
__________________
Michael McMurphy

My 66 Stepside
My 64 Tow Truck
My 66 Tempest

Table Of Contents Added to Page1
McMurphy is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-26-2012, 09:07 AM   #105
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Are you talking about the cab vents? You will have to find a set of 60-61 cab vents that were cable pull operated. Ive got a couple contacts that might hav ethem. Usually you can get them for around $40-60. The cable pull vents are the same size as the manually operated vents and will fit in the stock location. The cables attach to the vents and the cable bracket is just mounted under the dash. I can take them out if you need some pics for illustration, but its actually an easy job. The vent screens are optional. I didnt have a set for a year and they work just fine, although I do notice better flow with them...and it makes them look much cleaner. Let me know where I can help
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-26-2012, 04:22 PM   #106
McMurphy
Registered User
 
McMurphy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Tacoma, WA
Posts: 2,425
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Yeah the cab vents.
I was thinking this was a mod you did on original parts in place. I will have to take a look at it now.
Funny how my brain works like that....like how a simple "I wonder if," can turn into a month long mod project.
__________________
Michael McMurphy

My 66 Stepside
My 64 Tow Truck
My 66 Tempest

Table Of Contents Added to Page1
McMurphy is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-26-2012, 04:36 PM   #107
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Well, sorta. They are original parts, just out of a 61. If you can find a donar, the parts are bolt in. The only drilling will be for the cable mounts under the dash, and there are several places that you can put them. If you can find the vents and covers, the cables can be purchased aftermarket for around $15-20 each. Try Lyle in IL -208-946-6173 or tony smith at 913-207-7789. Either one should have the vents and screens. I just got rid of a nice extra set a few weeks ago, so im no help there. I think from start to finish....maybe 45min to do the swap and it was the 1st ones I had done. The vent box has a mount on the inside that holds the cable from moving and it attaches to the vent blade itself to open and close it. It does make open/close the vent much safer when your driving so that you dont have to reach down and kiss the steering wheel to do it. Its one of the changes I made that I use daily and really enjoy.
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-26-2012, 04:40 PM   #108
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Found these cables through classic parts of america for $16.95....im sure LMC and the rest will be comperable in price. Also...there is a left and right cable. Makes sense when you mount under the dash. The knob end w/the bracket get bolted under the dash and the cable end goes through the vent box to the vent blade. The gaskets are the same for the manual or cable pull vents and are maybe $5-8 at most.
Attached Images
 
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 09-26-2012, 04:45 PM   #109
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Here you can see the notch in the screen where the cable goes through to enter the vent box. 2nd pic shows the box in place. The trick to the cable is to adjust it before installing the vent into the kick panel. Then install the screen (cover) last. You can also see how the air flows better with the screens than w/o. The made a big difference in the direction the air goes. Use to just blow in the cab, now its directed towards the driver/passenger. I used some $.99 rubber mounts to hold the cable to the firewall and just used the top screw that mounts the screen to hold it in place.
Attached Images
  
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-02-2012, 02:45 PM   #110
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Plan on getting ready for the clutch conversion to Hydraulic. I want to do the swap prior to the engine swap. All parts ready now, so wont be long.
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-02-2012, 05:10 PM   #111
McMurphy
Registered User
 
McMurphy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Tacoma, WA
Posts: 2,425
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Thank you for the photos, I think I am going to look at doing this later today!!
__________________
Michael McMurphy

My 66 Stepside
My 64 Tow Truck
My 66 Tempest

Table Of Contents Added to Page1
McMurphy is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-03-2012, 09:27 AM   #112
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Im going to a yard this or next weekend. There was a 61 that had a set awhile back. If they are still there I'll grab them for you.
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-16-2012, 10:02 AM   #113
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Getting the 2nd gen c-10 rims ready for the disk brake conversion. Got paint yesterday...$90 qt. 3 of the 5 rims ready to go...hopefully spray them this weekend.
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-19-2012, 11:14 AM   #114
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Be installing the factory dash clock this weekend. Will uplaoad pics Monday
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-19-2012, 01:19 PM   #115
markeb01
Senior Enthusiast
 
markeb01's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Spokane Valley, WA
Posts: 8,356
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Quote:
Originally Posted by McMurphy View Post
Thank you for the photos, I think I am going to look at doing this later today!!
Apologies for responding in your build thread, but responding to Sgt McMurphy - I still have the complete vent assemblies out of my truck. Vents, screens, cables, etc. They're yours for the price of the shipping if you want them.
__________________
My Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444502
markeb01 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-19-2012, 04:13 PM   #116
McMurphy
Registered User
 
McMurphy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Tacoma, WA
Posts: 2,425
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Quote:
Originally Posted by 1963c-10 View Post
Im going to a yard this or next weekend. There was a 61 that had a set awhile back. If they are still there I'll grab them for you.
Quote:
Originally Posted by markeb01 View Post
Apologies for responding in your build thread, but responding to Sgt McMurphy - I still have the complete vent assemblies out of my truck. Vents, screens, cables, etc. They're yours for the price of the shipping if you want them.
Thank you guys! Your offers are a perfect example of why this board is so incredibly better than many of the others out there!!

I appreciate the offers, but once I took my vent out, I determined that a very simple mod was all that was needed. I will post the process this weekend on my build!
Thank you very much though!
__________________
Michael McMurphy

My 66 Stepside
My 64 Tow Truck
My 66 Tempest

Table Of Contents Added to Page1
McMurphy is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-25-2012, 10:05 AM   #117
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Went and looked at them...no good. Rats nests and rust issues.
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-25-2012, 01:16 PM   #118
McMurphy
Registered User
 
McMurphy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Tacoma, WA
Posts: 2,425
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Quote:
Originally Posted by 1963c-10 View Post
Went and looked at them...no good. Rats nests and rust issues.
No worries, found out that modifying the handle vents was too easy with a pair of $5 HELP cables from the parts store. I photo journaled it with a video too if you want to take a look.

I see you did not prime your oil pressure guage line. I always wonder if the guage is reading accurately with that much air in the line.

Thank you for looking thru your local junk yard for me though, I really appreciate your taking the time !!
__________________
Michael McMurphy

My 66 Stepside
My 64 Tow Truck
My 66 Tempest

Table Of Contents Added to Page1
McMurphy is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-25-2012, 01:21 PM   #119
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

It drains when the engine is off. Holds 45psi when cold and around 35 when hot. When I put the big block in, I plan to plumb a hard line. I dont care for the little plastic line running around.
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 10-29-2012, 09:34 AM   #120
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Have had a factory clock for awhile, just got it installed this weekend. Pretty straight forward job. Drill 2 3/16" holes to mount and a 5/16" hole for the wires. I have it wired so that the clock light adjusts with the dash lights. Been installed 24hr and holding correct time. I did disassemble and rebuild the clock. Cleaned it out. Haven't painted it yet, so still in the factory fawn. I will be changing the interior color in the spring, so will paint it then. Takes a little bit of getting used too, not used to something being mounted on the center of the dash.
Attached Images
     
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-05-2012, 05:53 PM   #121
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Last week although gorgeous out, wasn't able to get the rims painted. Last part I need to complete to do the disc conversion. Hopefully this weekend they get sprayed.
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-14-2012, 10:36 AM   #122
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Finally got some paint laid down this weekend. Got the rims done so I can finally get the disk brake conversion done. And install new springs/shocks. Cant wait for this part of the project to be over. Also sprayed the OEM license bracket and driver side cast iron mirror arm & head for fender mounted spare.
Attached Images
    
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-14-2012, 10:38 AM   #123
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Heres some pics of the 4 bump disc brake steelie rims and the steering wheel (the cap is a NOS part that was never installed. Looks killer on the wheel. What do you guys think of the color?
Attached Images
   
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-14-2012, 10:42 AM   #124
clemdaddy
Senior Member
 
clemdaddy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas
Posts: 1,923
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

looking really nice... man, i love that dash.

color looks great.
clemdaddy is offline   Reply With Quote
Old 11-14-2012, 11:20 AM   #125
1963c-10
Registered User
 
1963c-10's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: fayetteville nc
Posts: 10,338
Re: 1963 C-10 in NC

Thank you. I'll be happier when the interior goes to this blue and white. Im going to do the exterior in the same blue. Finally hav ethe interior the way I want it. So time to spray it. I did the wheel while it was off...had to fix a cancel cam. Figured it would be easier to spray while off. I have carpet for the floor, but haven't decided 100% that Im going to use it. I filled in the wheel while it was off. This is the 1st one Ive done, but was real satisfied with the results. Just takes alot of sanding on the epoxy. Also filled 5 casting holes on the rear. I guess these were from the manufacturing process, but it looks better filled.
__________________
1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869
1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024
1964 Short bed trailer
1963c-10 is offline   Reply With Quote
Reply

Bookmarks


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off

Forum Jump


All times are GMT -4. The time now is 03:06 PM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
Copyright 1997-2022 67-72chevytrucks.com