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westgl · 01-16-2012, 06:25 PM

Great work,

Nice Build, were getting down to the home stretch

You have that good of weather to be out side painting, you are a lucky man.

I have snow on the ground

CC69Rat · 01-16-2012, 08:45 PM

I have been wrapped up in home projects for the past couple weekend days. I am planning to work on my truck this coming weekend if the weather is decent. I need to roll it out of the garage and clean up the frame rails then we'll drop the BB back in.

Once it's back to ride height (or close) I'll take more pics. The next step is a CNotch and drop arms. The back is going lower.

Stay tuned ..

Camaro_nut2001 · 01-17-2012, 04:30 PM

Feller, I admire you! Not only are you doing AWESOME work, you're doin it with your Dad. It brought a tear to my eye when your Dad commented a few post back about " You being his Best friend ". I am keeping an eye on this build & lovin the attention to detail " Your Way ". My Dad, really my step-father but raised me like his own, have been talkin about buildin his dream car together, a GTO. I'm lookin for just the right one & when I find it I'll be getting it as a surprize, kinda like askin Mother to get him away for the day, have it delivered to their garage, cover it up & let him find it with a sign on it sayin " Let's Git Er Done " when they get home from their outing. I'm doin a frame off build on my '69, well, my best friend is doin the biggest part, & I'm runnin a BBC/TH400. Keep up the Awesome work & keep them pictures a comin!!!

stepside83 · 01-17-2012, 06:00 PM

this is an awesome build, im doing an 83 2wd stepside, hope mine comes out as well as yours is keep up the great work and the pics flowing

CC69Rat · 01-17-2012, 07:14 PM

Thanks guys. As soon as the weather breaks we're going to really get going on the paint. Dad has been doing quite a bit of priming and first cut blocking (220) and the plan is to really start spraying some color by spring time. We'll be working on it on Sunday. I'll take some more pictures.
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CC69Rat · 01-18-2012, 07:09 AM

Talked to Nate last night and ordered a C notch kit, and the upper shock bar. I'm not sure where (how low) it will end up but I know I will need those two pieces at least. Just going for ride height right now.

So, I'll be grinding rivets in a couple weeks.

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Bennett68C10 · 01-18-2012, 07:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Talked to Nate last night and ordered a C notch kit, and the upper shock bar. I'm not sure where (how low) it will end up but I know I will need those two pieces at least. Just going for ride height right now.

So, I'll be grinding rivets in a couple weeks.

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Nice can't wait to see how it turns out. I have a 7" drop in the rear of mine and the cnotch opened up a lot more room.

trusty74 · 01-18-2012, 10:37 PM

nice truck its coming along great, im not far from you i live in ooltewah, ive got a square body 74 gmc

CC69Rat · 01-23-2012, 09:55 AM

A Couple pics from the weekend. We have the BB back in, and I put my wheels (just the fronts) back on to see how it would look at ride height. Keep in mind, we still have the core support, the weight of the water / coolant in the radiator, all the front sheet metal, battery, bumper, etc. At least a couple hundred pounds to add to the nose weight. It should come down another inch or so (?) Hard to say ..

I like the look so far. I am working on my front clip now. The front fender is not as far along as the door and rest of the cab. Just first stage primer / 220 block. It will look better once I get the inner fender in, etc. I'm pretty stoked about it.

**67cheby** · 01-23-2012, 10:54 AM

Man i love it !

CC69Rat · 01-23-2012, 11:07 AM

Does Nate offer UCA / LCA for the 73+ front end? Humm .. to bag, or not to bag ..

Not laying frame, .. just on air.. Dang it's tempting.

Bennett68C10 · 01-23-2012, 11:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Does Nate offer UCA / LCA for the 73+ front end? Humm .. to bag, or not to bag ..

Not laying frame, .. just on air.. Dang it's tempting.

LOL i'm contemplating the same thing right now, truck looks great

VA72C10 · 01-23-2012, 03:36 PM

Looks great! You know my thoughts on Bags.....DO IT! It's only time and money

big_al_71 · 01-23-2012, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Bennett--G4L

LOL i'm contemplating the same thing right now, truck looks great

Quote:

Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Does Nate offer UCA / LCA for the 73+ front end? Humm .. to bag, or not to bag ..

Not laying frame, .. just on air.. Dang it's tempting.

I am not going to say anything I will let these two pictures let you two make your mind about bags and a mild cnotch..just saying!!

CC69Rat · 01-23-2012, 04:47 PM

Absolutely incredible. .. That truck is sexy man.

255/40/20 on the front ? Are your fronts 8" or 8.5 ? Maybe it's the 5.25" BS that's looking a little different. Mine are 5.5" BS, but 73+ suspension and 1.25" rotors. I gained about .5" trackwidth on either side.

Mine will drop a little more once all the metal is on it. and my Dad and I sittin in it !!

**Dieselwrencher** · 01-23-2012, 05:00 PM

Awesome work! It's really coming back together!

David67 · 01-23-2012, 05:09 PM

Looks great! Should sit really nicely.

CC69Rat · 01-24-2012, 09:26 AM

Al -- I can't stop looking at your truck !!

I noticed you changed to regular side marker lights. Have you ever considered a cowl hood? I think it would look killer on your truck. It just has that 'look'.

big_al_71 · 01-24-2012, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Al -- I can't stop looking at your truck !!

I noticed you changed to regular side marker lights. Have you ever considered a cowl hood? I think it would look killer on your truck. It just has that 'look'.

Chad,
I appreciate it....Not a bad idea but Raul has drained my wallet in the last few months.....

Bennett68C10 · 01-24-2012, 01:54 PM

I love cowl hoods, I have a Tri-Plus one waiting in a box for me. Just have to finish the cab and doors lol.
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CC69Rat · 01-24-2012, 04:14 PM

I have one of the most solid 68 (with trim holes) hoods I have ever seen, and I found it leaning beside an old storage shed .. the lip is really, really clean. No kidding, 95%+ rust free hood. It has one small ding in the ridge of it but a little dolly work will get it out. If I hadn't found this one I would probably go with a Cowl hood too. I think I'll stick with the stock hood on mine. I have never seen one come out of the blaster this clean. It's in DP E-Coat right now just waiting on me.

big_al_71 · 01-24-2012, 04:29 PM

Chad these could be your boxes....

CC69Rat · 01-24-2012, 04:32 PM

Hey, you shut up man !

Maybe if I knock out a few of these house projects she'll let me do it.

big_al_71 · 01-24-2012, 05:16 PM

Habahahahah
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68 TT · 01-24-2012, 05:21 PM

That's just mean... but still funny.

01-16-2012, 06:25 PM	#226
westgl Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Central Point, Oregon Posts: 166	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Great work, Nice Build, were getting down to the home stretch You have that good of weather to be out side painting, you are a lucky man. I have snow on the ground __________________ 1967 Chevy C10 Lwb I6-250ci 3spd manual trans Future Projects, Power Brakes, Front Discs, Power Steering, Paint Frame, New 350ci engine Bored .040 357ci Magnum, Vortec Heads, Comp XE262 Cam, Performer EPS Intake, 650CFM Carb, Rebuilt Trans 700r4, 2000-rpm stall, Completely Rebuild & Upgrade Front & Rear Suspension & Steering Components, Suspension Drop 3.5" & 5" Drop, 1.250 Sway bar,

01-16-2012, 08:45 PM	#227
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,212	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project I have been wrapped up in home projects for the past couple weekend days. I am planning to work on my truck this coming weekend if the weather is decent. I need to roll it out of the garage and clean up the frame rails then we'll drop the BB back in. Once it's back to ride height (or close) I'll take more pics. The next step is a CNotch and drop arms. The back is going lower. Stay tuned .. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-17-2012, 04:30 PM	#228
Camaro_nut2001 Chevy Lover Till The End. Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Mascot TN. Posts: 795	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Feller, I admire you! Not only are you doing AWESOME work, you're doin it with your Dad. It brought a tear to my eye when your Dad commented a few post back about " You being his Best friend ". I am keeping an eye on this build & lovin the attention to detail " Your Way ". My Dad, really my step-father but raised me like his own, have been talkin about buildin his dream car together, a GTO. I'm lookin for just the right one & when I find it I'll be getting it as a surprize, kinda like askin Mother to get him away for the day, have it delivered to their garage, cover it up & let him find it with a sign on it sayin " Let's Git Er Done " when they get home from their outing. I'm doin a frame off build on my '69, well, my best friend is doin the biggest part, & I'm runnin a BBC/TH400. Keep up the Awesome work & keep them pictures a comin!!! __________________ 1969 Chevy SWB Big Block - Under the knife as of 12/26/2011 1989 Chevy Silverado, 4X4 - Daily Driver 1996 Chevy Suburban K1500 - 4-Wheeler, Campin Truck 1968 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe - 327/350hp, TH400, all original. Members I've met: BamaBaxter, My Build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=500359

01-17-2012, 06:00 PM	#229
stepside83 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: butler pa Posts: 328	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project this is an awesome build, im doing an 83 2wd stepside, hope mine comes out as well as yours is keep up the great work and the pics flowing

01-17-2012, 07:14 PM	#230
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,212	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Thanks guys. As soon as the weather breaks we're going to really get going on the paint. Dad has been doing quite a bit of priming and first cut blocking (220) and the plan is to really start spraying some color by spring time. We'll be working on it on Sunday. I'll take some more pictures. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-18-2012, 07:09 AM	#231
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,212	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Talked to Nate last night and ordered a C notch kit, and the upper shock bar. I'm not sure where (how low) it will end up but I know I will need those two pieces at least. Just going for ride height right now. So, I'll be grinding rivets in a couple weeks. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-18-2012, 10:37 PM	#233
trusty74 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: ooltewah, tn Posts: 4	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project nice truck its coming along great, im not far from you i live in ooltewah, ive got a square body 74 gmc

01-23-2012, 09:55 AM	#234
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,212	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project A Couple pics from the weekend. We have the BB back in, and I put my wheels (just the fronts) back on to see how it would look at ride height. Keep in mind, we still have the core support, the weight of the water / coolant in the radiator, all the front sheet metal, battery, bumper, etc. At least a couple hundred pounds to add to the nose weight. It should come down another inch or so (?) Hard to say .. I like the look so far. I am working on my front clip now. The front fender is not as far along as the door and rest of the cab. Just first stage primer / 220 block. It will look better once I get the inner fender in, etc. I'm pretty stoked about it. Attached Images __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-23-2012, 10:54 AM	#235
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Man i love it ! __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

01-23-2012, 11:07 AM	#236
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,212	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Does Nate offer UCA / LCA for the 73+ front end? Humm .. to bag, or not to bag .. Not laying frame, .. just on air.. Dang it's tempting. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-23-2012, 03:36 PM	#238
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Looks great! You know my thoughts on Bags.....DO IT! It's only time and money __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

01-23-2012, 04:47 PM	#240
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,212	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Absolutely incredible. .. That truck is sexy man. 255/40/20 on the front ? Are your fronts 8" or 8.5 ? Maybe it's the 5.25" BS that's looking a little different. Mine are 5.5" BS, but 73+ suspension and 1.25" rotors. I gained about .5" trackwidth on either side. Mine will drop a little more once all the metal is on it. and my Dad and I sittin in it !! __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-23-2012, 05:00 PM	#241
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Awesome work! It's really coming back together! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

01-23-2012, 05:09 PM	#242
David67 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Spring, TX Posts: 886	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Looks great! Should sit really nicely. __________________ 1967 C10 Fightin' Texas Aggie Class of 2015 IG: david_r67

01-24-2012, 09:26 AM	#243
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,212	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Al -- I can't stop looking at your truck !! I noticed you changed to regular side marker lights. Have you ever considered a cowl hood? I think it would look killer on your truck. It just has that 'look'. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)



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01-24-2012, 01:54 PM	#245
Bennett68C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 5,518	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project I love cowl hoods, I have a Tri-Plus one waiting in a box for me. Just have to finish the cab and doors lol. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Keith 66 Suburban Burb Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751361 IG: bennett68c10

01-24-2012, 04:14 PM	#246
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,212	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project I have one of the most solid 68 (with trim holes) hoods I have ever seen, and I found it leaning beside an old storage shed .. the lip is really, really clean. No kidding, 95%+ rust free hood. It has one small ding in the ridge of it but a little dolly work will get it out. If I hadn't found this one I would probably go with a Cowl hood too. I think I'll stick with the stock hood on mine. I have never seen one come out of the blaster this clean. It's in DP E-Coat right now just waiting on me. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-24-2012, 04:29 PM	#247
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Chad these could be your boxes.... Attached Images __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

01-24-2012, 04:32 PM	#248
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,212	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Hey, you shut up man ! Maybe if I knock out a few of these house projects she'll let me do it. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

01-24-2012, 05:16 PM	#249
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Habahahahah Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

01-24-2012, 05:21 PM	#250
68 TT Still plays with trucks Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,556	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project That's just mean... but still funny. __________________ miSSed opportunity - ground up creation of an AWD 1994 454 SS that never was http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=795577 69 C10 shortbed stepside 400 small block - built like what a super sport truck could have been 69 K20 lwb TBI 350 4L60E NP208 14-bolt Dana-44 w/disc 68 Camaro SS / RS 500hp 439 inch roller cam big block 4L80E 79 Malibu TPI 350 4L60 w/ Z28 steering & sway bars

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