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factorystock · 02-19-2023, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

I thought they looked like 16s. The reason I said 15" is because I have only seen, or can only recall, one 55-59 shortbed that had 6-lug split rims and those were 15s. That was a friend's truck. I bet you don't want those but someone will. An oddity, pretty rare.

The 16" wheels must have been pirated from an old travel trailer at some point, GM issue would have been 15". But, I'm sure some solid wheels and full wheelcovers are in it's immediate future.

Greg58 · 02-19-2023, 11:18 PM

Lovely!

murguia · 02-20-2023, 12:07 AM

Thanks everyone. Got lucky when my uncle sent me an offer up post of this truck for sale. The motor and trans are out but everything is in the bed. The original owner was an old school race car driver. He had plans to make it a short bed and put a built motor in it. Glad that never happened. I plan to rebuilt the motor, AC, and maybe put a 700r4 or rebuilt the original 400. I can’t decide but I’m going to take my time. The inside of the bed I very nice and the wood looks great with the original paint still on the wood.

I actually kind of like the look of the 16” rims and dog fish caps. May keep it like that.

I can’t believe how nice the original paint and body are. On small little dent that should pop out pretty easy.

Likely keep the original stance and put a slightly larger tire and level the rear end to sit the same height as the front.

**Steeveedee** · 02-20-2023, 12:31 AM

If you want to keep the original transmission, versus putting in an overdrive version, just consider what you're going to do with the truck. I had a '68 Skylark that I put a 700 (4R) trans in because I was using it as a commuter car. I'd've never done that if I only drove it around town, where I'd not need the overdrive. Just a suggestion.

**cericd** · 02-20-2023, 11:13 PM

Pic flip for you.

**davischevy** · 02-20-2023, 11:36 PM

Very nice. Please don't cut it.

northerngmc · 02-21-2023, 04:02 AM

A great candidate for the Roadster Shop Survivor Series......

https://roadstershop.com/gallery/survivor-series/

**Ironangel** · 02-21-2023, 08:02 AM

Nice score! That thing will clean up very nicely!

72c20customcamper · 02-21-2023, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by northerngmc

A great candidate for the Roadster Shop Survivor Series......

https://roadstershop.com/gallery/survivor-series/

Looking at some of the pictures there how do they call them survivors? Some are total ground up restoration.

Their interpretation of survivor is totally different than mine

murguia · 02-21-2023, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by cericd

Pic flip for you.

Thank you!

murguia · 02-21-2023, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by davischevy

Very nice. Please don't cut it.

Never, cut short beds aren’t my thing. I like them the way they came from the factory

long or short.

northerngmc · 02-22-2023, 02:04 AM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

Looking at some of the pictures there how do they call them survivors? Some are total ground up restoration.

Their interpretation of survivor is totally different than mine

They don't paint them! They use great low mileage originals or maybe something that was painted 20 years ago.

New frame (their specialty) drivetrain and interiors. No a cheap build.

72c20customcamper · 02-22-2023, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by northerngmc

They don't paint them! They use great low mileage originals or maybe something that was painted 20 years ago.

New frame (their specialty) drivetrain and interiors. No a cheap build.

Guess I'm a purist when the word survivor is used .

SCOTI · 02-22-2023, 10:14 AM

There is & will always be varying degrees of interpretation regarding the definition of a 'survivor' vehicle that's brought back to life.

This truck has already got different wheels/caps & the bed cover. Yes, they can be removed/swapped for what originally was spec'd but like the Roadster Shops series of builds, it could go in a different direction as well. The basic truck is still there.

My point is, don't worry about the 'survivor' definition. It is a cool survivor w/the original basics still in place.
When you buy a vehicle, tweak it to enjoy it how YOU want.

@murguia . . ...... I'm looking forward to updates on this one. Very cool find!

72c20customcamper · 02-22-2023, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

There is & will always be varying degrees of interpretation regarding the definition of a 'survivor' vehicle that's brought back to life.

This truck has already got different wheels/caps & the bed cover. Yes, they can be removed/swapped for what originally was spec'd but like the Roadster Shops series of builds, it could go in a different direction as well. The basic truck is still there.

My point is, don't worry about the 'survivor' definition. It is a cool survivor w/the original basics still in place.
When you buy a vehicle, tweak it to enjoy it how YOU want.

@murguia . . ...... I'm looking forward to updates on this one. Very cool find!

Yes his truck is a survivor minor bolt on stuff wouldnt change that . My Hawk and Avanti I went to a dual master as they were safety upgrades also put on wider rims as the originals were only 5 inch . My anniversary is also a survivor as it's original paint motor and drivetrain .

Didnt mean to derail the thread

02-19-2023, 11:18 PM	#27
Greg58 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Valley, NE. Posts: 1,021	Re: One owner 68 Half Ton 50th anniversary Time Capsule Lovely! __________________ ________________ 1970 GMC Sierra Grande, 2500 133" wb, 402, 4spd. 2007 GMC 3500 SRW 4x4, Crew cab, Duramax/Allison. (Sold} 1987 Chevy Suburban 2500, Silverado, 2wd, 454, t-400 2023 Chevy Silverado LT 3500, crew cab, longbox, 4x4 Z-71 Duramax.

02-20-2023, 12:07 AM	#28
murguia Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: la Posts: 369	Re: One owner 68 Half Ton 50th anniversary Time Capsule Thanks everyone. Got lucky when my uncle sent me an offer up post of this truck for sale. The motor and trans are out but everything is in the bed. The original owner was an old school race car driver. He had plans to make it a short bed and put a built motor in it. Glad that never happened. I plan to rebuilt the motor, AC, and maybe put a 700r4 or rebuilt the original 400. I can’t decide but I’m going to take my time. The inside of the bed I very nice and the wood looks great with the original paint still on the wood. I actually kind of like the look of the 16” rims and dog fish caps. May keep it like that. I can’t believe how nice the original paint and body are. On small little dent that should pop out pretty easy. Likely keep the original stance and put a slightly larger tire and level the rear end to sit the same height as the front. Attached Images

02-20-2023, 12:31 AM	#29
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,708	Re: One owner 68 Half Ton 50th anniversary Time Capsule If you want to keep the original transmission, versus putting in an overdrive version, just consider what you're going to do with the truck. I had a '68 Skylark that I put a 700 (4R) trans in because I was using it as a commuter car. I'd've never done that if I only drove it around town, where I'd not need the overdrive. Just a suggestion. __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA

02-20-2023, 11:13 PM	#30
cericd Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Texan, back in TX Posts: 2,155	Re: One owner 68 Half Ton 50th anniversary Time Capsule Pic flip for you. Attached Images __________________ Chris My 1970 SWB C/10 - https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=534872

02-20-2023, 11:36 PM	#31
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,863	Re: One owner 68 Half Ton 50th anniversary Time Capsule Very nice. Please don't cut it. __________________ other Larry Build thread, Arkansas K10 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=755797&page=5 The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless.

02-21-2023, 04:02 AM	#32
northerngmc Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Whitehorse YK Canada Posts: 2,651	Re: One owner 68 Half Ton 50th anniversary Time Capsule A great candidate for the Roadster Shop Survivor Series...... https://roadstershop.com/gallery/survivor-series/ __________________ Blaine 59 GMC 9314 a.k.a. Whoopee 68 C20 50th Anniversary a.k.a. The Rat http://www.flickr.com/photos/northerngmc/ http://www.members.tripod.com/P-wee/index_032.htm 1.61803 is one H of a lot better than 3.14159, no really it is!

02-21-2023, 08:02 AM	#33
Ironangel Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Falls City, Nebraska "100 Miles From Nowhere" Posts: 2,219	Re: One owner 68 Half Ton 50th anniversary Time Capsule Nice score! That thing will clean up very nicely! __________________ Michael of the clan Hill, "Two Seventy Two's" 71 1-ton Dually 350 4-Speed 71 C/50 Grain Truck, 350 Split-Axle 4-Speed 02 3/4 ton Express 14 Indian Chief Vintage 1952 Ford 8N, "Only Ford Allowed On The Property" "Be American, Buy American"

02-22-2023, 10:14 AM	#39
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,068	Re: One owner 68 Half Ton 50th anniversary Time Capsule There is & will always be varying degrees of interpretation regarding the definition of a 'survivor' vehicle that's brought back to life. This truck has already got different wheels/caps & the bed cover. Yes, they can be removed/swapped for what originally was spec'd but like the Roadster Shops series of builds, it could go in a different direction as well. The basic truck is still there. My point is, don't worry about the 'survivor' definition. It is a cool survivor w/the original basics still in place. When you buy a vehicle, tweak it to enjoy it how YOU want. @murguia . . ...... I'm looking forward to updates on this one. Very cool find! __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*



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