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irl104 · 11-13-2016, 11:57 AM

My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild.

irl104 · 11-13-2016, 12:21 PM

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old51sedan · 11-13-2016, 12:37 PM

Love your wrecker, especially with the 292 in it. I think they are a little hard to come by. I take it that the Allen Farms and the Allen Body Shop are connected? Enjoy

Deer_hunter_088 · 11-13-2016, 01:10 PM

Im in. Your only about 2hours away from me

irl104 · 11-13-2016, 01:21 PM

Deer Hunter your not to far away at all. Our family wrecker service began in August of 1936 in Mooresville. By my grandmother and grandfather. The farm was bought in 1994 and from my wifes interest in animals, which came later. The Chassis was bought new by our family in May of 1968.

irl104 · 11-13-2016, 01:40 PM

This was taken back in 1974. The truck was last plated in 1985

72 tigger · 11-13-2016, 05:01 PM

looks like a nice project

wpavlis · 11-13-2016, 10:50 PM

looks fun. I am in. My parents live less than 30 minutes from you.

flashed · 11-13-2016, 11:19 PM

Im in ,I love tow trucks .

Ken B · 11-14-2016, 07:55 AM

I'll be following along for sure.. Brings back fond memories from almost 40 yrs. ago for me. When I was in elementary school one of my friends Dads had a beautiful 68 C30 wrecker he got dropped off in every day. It must have had glass packs or Cherry Bombs on it because it sounded wicked...

irl104 · 11-14-2016, 08:06 PM

Lots of rust from sitting in a field for 30 years. Ken, my memories revolve around the body shop and wrecker service as I grew up. Looking back they were the good ole days for sure.

projectking · 11-14-2016, 08:12 PM

Sweet project, especially since it's got family history! You sticking with the 292?

irl104 · 11-15-2016, 01:21 PM

Yes. Keeping the 292 stock. Just adding headers to it. There was an issue with the motor soon after it was bought. We fought with Chevrolet on it. They replaced the engine with another 292 but it is a 1970. The frame and cab are in bad shape due to rust. I've got to find another cab and brackets and braces to reinforce the frame.

irl104 · 11-16-2016, 09:37 AM

I found a good cab in Golden Colorado. Picked up a fender and other parts. A long drive there and back.

irl104 · 11-16-2016, 09:54 AM

I found a good set of original doors, inner fender skirts, and radiator support in California. Had them shipped with no issues.

Deer_hunter_088 · 11-16-2016, 10:27 AM

I know where a 68 c20 is, that has a good frame. want me to get pics for you? pm me your # and il see how much he wants.

irl104 · 11-16-2016, 11:16 AM

Deer Hunter. I ordered and had shipped a used hood, fender, cross member brackets and braces from East West Auto Parts in Oklahoma. Ken Freeman is a super nice guy to deal with. I reinforced the frame where it was needed and used Chassis Saver paint for protection. Added new cab mounts. My engine is at my builders shop. New process 4 speed transmission and Chelsea power take off and being rebuilt as well. All new brake cylinders and nos brake parts. Drive shafts and power take off shaft are being rebuilt. The wrecker is a 133" wheel base.

irl104 · 11-16-2016, 11:21 AM

A work in progress and making headway. Using Dupont K2 primer on my parts. I got my wheels back from powder coating. I'm keeping the 7.00 X 18" factory split rims. It's a work truck. I've been ordering parts from LMC, Brothers, Classic Industries, Classic Parts, Bowtie Bits, Orange County Truck Shop, Southwest Classics, and In Line Tube. Prices have varied quite a bit for items. Price checking has made a huge difference.

irl104 · 11-16-2016, 01:31 PM

Work still continuing. Welded in new inner and outer rockers. One cab corner and inside kick plate.

irl104 · 11-16-2016, 01:43 PM

I got the cab finished and under primer. Inside kick panel was repaired also.

Deer_hunter_088 · 11-16-2016, 02:48 PM

The truck is beautiful, might have to come see it when mine is done.

flashed · 11-16-2016, 09:14 PM

You are making this look like magic ,getting done quick.

irl104 · 11-16-2016, 09:28 PM

It's time consuming and costly and hard work. lol. I've been so busy working two jobs and trying to work on this. I'm behind in posting anything on this. It's been a while in the build. I'm getting to a stopping point due to cold weather, so now I can post. Trying to heat a non insulated pole barn is costly.

irl104 · 11-19-2016, 12:01 PM

I got the engine back from the rebuilder. The transmission and power take off was redone as well. Chuck Patterson of C.W. Patterson did my drive line and PTO shaft.

irl104 · 11-19-2016, 12:10 PM

I got the cab painted in the factory colors. I got the cab mounted on the frame and started doing some assembly.

11-13-2016, 11:57 AM	#1
irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild. Attached Images Last edited by irl104; 11-13-2016 at 12:13 PM. Reason: add more pictures

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irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild

11-13-2016, 12:37 PM	#3
old51sedan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Williamston, Mi Posts: 884	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild Love your wrecker, especially with the 292 in it. I think they are a little hard to come by. I take it that the Allen Farms and the Allen Body Shop are connected? Enjoy Last edited by old51sedan; 11-13-2016 at 12:40 PM. Reason: Additional comments

11-13-2016, 01:10 PM	#4
Deer_hunter_088 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Mount Carmel Illinois Posts: 1,321	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild Im in. Your only about 2hours away from me __________________ 1994 k1500, Oldredz71(ext shorty 4x4 6 in lift) 1998 S10ZR2 2005 Silverado 2500hd(tow pig) Made in the USA, just like my trucks

11-13-2016, 01:21 PM	#5
irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild Deer Hunter your not to far away at all. Our family wrecker service began in August of 1936 in Mooresville. By my grandmother and grandfather. The farm was bought in 1994 and from my wifes interest in animals, which came later. The Chassis was bought new by our family in May of 1968. Last edited by irl104; 11-13-2016 at 01:50 PM.

11-13-2016, 01:40 PM	#6
irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild This was taken back in 1974. The truck was last plated in 1985 Attached Images

11-13-2016, 05:01 PM	#7
72 tigger Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Berne IN Posts: 3,250	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild looks like a nice project

11-13-2016, 10:50 PM	#8
wpavlis Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: San Tan Valley, Arizona Posts: 313	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild looks fun. I am in. My parents live less than 30 minutes from you.

11-13-2016, 11:19 PM	#9
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,724	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild Im in ,I love tow trucks .

11-14-2016, 07:55 AM	#10
Ken B Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: danbury, ct. Posts: 568	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild I'll be following along for sure.. Brings back fond memories from almost 40 yrs. ago for me. When I was in elementary school one of my friends Dads had a beautiful 68 C30 wrecker he got dropped off in every day. It must have had glass packs or Cherry Bombs on it because it sounded wicked...

11-14-2016, 08:06 PM	#11
irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild Lots of rust from sitting in a field for 30 years. Ken, my memories revolve around the body shop and wrecker service as I grew up. Looking back they were the good ole days for sure. Attached Images Last edited by irl104; 11-14-2016 at 08:16 PM.

11-14-2016, 08:12 PM	#12
projectking Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Orland Park Il Posts: 2,041	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild Sweet project, especially since it's got family history! You sticking with the 292? __________________ 68 GMC C3500 Longhorn DRW 67 Chevy C10 LWB 90 Mustang Gt 90 Mustang Notchback

11-15-2016, 01:21 PM	#13
irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild Yes. Keeping the 292 stock. Just adding headers to it. There was an issue with the motor soon after it was bought. We fought with Chevrolet on it. They replaced the engine with another 292 but it is a 1970. The frame and cab are in bad shape due to rust. I've got to find another cab and brackets and braces to reinforce the frame. Attached Images Last edited by irl104; 11-20-2016 at 04:18 PM.

11-16-2016, 09:37 AM	#14
irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild I found a good cab in Golden Colorado. Picked up a fender and other parts. A long drive there and back. Attached Images Last edited by irl104; 11-16-2016 at 09:45 AM.

11-16-2016, 09:54 AM	#15
irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild I found a good set of original doors, inner fender skirts, and radiator support in California. Had them shipped with no issues. Attached Images



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11-16-2016, 10:27 AM	#16
Deer_hunter_088 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Mount Carmel Illinois Posts: 1,321	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild I know where a 68 c20 is, that has a good frame. want me to get pics for you? pm me your # and il see how much he wants. __________________ 1994 k1500, Oldredz71(ext shorty 4x4 6 in lift) 1998 S10ZR2 2005 Silverado 2500hd(tow pig) Made in the USA, just like my trucks

11-16-2016, 11:16 AM	#17
irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild Deer Hunter. I ordered and had shipped a used hood, fender, cross member brackets and braces from East West Auto Parts in Oklahoma. Ken Freeman is a super nice guy to deal with. I reinforced the frame where it was needed and used Chassis Saver paint for protection. Added new cab mounts. My engine is at my builders shop. New process 4 speed transmission and Chelsea power take off and being rebuilt as well. All new brake cylinders and nos brake parts. Drive shafts and power take off shaft are being rebuilt. The wrecker is a 133" wheel base. Attached Images Last edited by irl104; 11-16-2016 at 01:48 PM.

11-16-2016, 11:21 AM	#18
irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild A work in progress and making headway. Using Dupont K2 primer on my parts. I got my wheels back from powder coating. I'm keeping the 7.00 X 18" factory split rims. It's a work truck. I've been ordering parts from LMC, Brothers, Classic Industries, Classic Parts, Bowtie Bits, Orange County Truck Shop, Southwest Classics, and In Line Tube. Prices have varied quite a bit for items. Price checking has made a huge difference. Attached Images Last edited by irl104; 11-16-2016 at 01:25 PM.

11-16-2016, 01:31 PM	#19
irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild Work still continuing. Welded in new inner and outer rockers. One cab corner and inside kick plate. Attached Images Last edited by irl104; 11-16-2016 at 01:37 PM.

11-16-2016, 01:43 PM	#20
irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild I got the cab finished and under primer. Inside kick panel was repaired also. Attached Images

11-16-2016, 02:48 PM	#21
Deer_hunter_088 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Mount Carmel Illinois Posts: 1,321	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild The truck is beautiful, might have to come see it when mine is done. __________________ 1994 k1500, Oldredz71(ext shorty 4x4 6 in lift) 1998 S10ZR2 2005 Silverado 2500hd(tow pig) Made in the USA, just like my trucks

11-16-2016, 09:14 PM	#22
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,724	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild You are making this look like magic ,getting done quick.

11-16-2016, 09:28 PM	#23
irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild It's time consuming and costly and hard work. lol. I've been so busy working two jobs and trying to work on this. I'm behind in posting anything on this. It's been a while in the build. I'm getting to a stopping point due to cold weather, so now I can post. Trying to heat a non insulated pole barn is costly.

11-19-2016, 12:01 PM	#24
irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild I got the engine back from the rebuilder. The transmission and power take off was redone as well. Chuck Patterson of C.W. Patterson did my drive line and PTO shaft. Attached Images Last edited by irl104; 11-20-2016 at 05:23 PM.

11-19-2016, 12:10 PM	#25
irl104 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Martinsville, IN. Posts: 251	Re: My 1968 C30 Wrecker rebuild I got the cab painted in the factory colors. I got the cab mounted on the frame and started doing some assembly. Attached Images Last edited by irl104; 11-19-2016 at 12:15 PM.

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