1962 chevy c10 update.

[62 Barnfind]

Found a 78 C10 front suspension on line for a good price. Tomorrow I will start tearing it down and get it ready for paint and reassembly. Any advice is welcome on the 60-62 front suspension swap that would make it easier.

[SkinnyG]

I have a drilling jig template that references the factory holes and moves the front crossmember forward 1"

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[duramax55]

Skinnyg what is the reason for moving the crosmember???

[62 Barnfind]

Originally Posted by SkinnyG

I have a drilling jig template that references the factory holes and moves the front crossmember forward 1"

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Can you send me the template?

[SkinnyG]

It centers the wheel in the wheel opening better.

[62 Barnfind]

Originally Posted by SkinnyG

It centers the wheel in the wheel opening better.

Thanks for the response. I was thinking of doing that but I’ll still be running my t5 trans and it will still be mounted to trans mount. I guess I could re adjust everything.

[cwcarpenter98]

Originally Posted by 62 Barnfind

Thanks for the response. I was thinking of doing that but I’ll still be running my t5 trans and it will still be mounted to trans mount. I guess I could re adjust everything.

If you don't want to mess with the engine and transmission mounts, you can do the caster mod which will help center the wheel a bit more and provide better suspension geometry.

[duramax55]

Skinnyg i guees if you move the crossmember forward i will have to move steering box ahead 1 inch also

[SkinnyG]

I don't think people usually move the steering box or idler arm forward, but check other builds. I would only move those if the steering linkage is hitting the crossmember after the move.

The control arm caster mod is pretty easy, and WELL worth it (did it to my '77 and my '61).

[SkinnyG]

Click on the link I gave you to the pdf of it. You quoted it just now.

It's from this page of my build:

https://www.gwellwood.com/project-ca...apache-part-2/

[62 Barnfind]

Originally Posted by SkinnyG

Click on the link I gave you to the pdf of it. You quoted it just now.

It's from this page of my build:

https://www.gwellwood.com/project-ca...apache-part-2/

Thanks for the help!

[62 Barnfind]

Made a little more progress on the engine build during the cold weather. I ordered a set of finned rocker covers from Amazon and added some engine paint. Really makes the engine pop! Just have to decide on a drive system and what I’m going to use for fuel delivery.

[LVPhotos]

Your mail was full. I run Hookers HK- 2466 but they don't clear clutch fork. This is why I run a hydraulic bearing on the clutch

[62 Barnfind]

Been a little busy on my 62. I removed the 235 and suspension and got it all sold. Next I installed the 78 x member power steering adapter, tube suspension and moved the shock mounts. I had a setback on what engine mounts to use. Thankfully the forum told me to use the 67-72 mounts. With some modifications they fit great. Set the 12 bolt axle and did the 62 modifications to it. I freshened up the frame and now it’s time for reassembly. I’m still trying to find out what accessory drive system to run.

[rbruno68]

How did you modify the mounts?

[62 Barnfind]

Had everything in place. Used a straight edge to mark where it would be flush with the frame rail. Then cut out 7/8 in out and welded together. It hard to do.

[rbruno68]

Thanks. I think I may have seen that in another thread. If I ever do something different with my 62, I think I would rather do this then add the blocks under the mount on top of the frame.
Rob

[62 Barnfind]

Originally Posted by rbruno68

Thanks. I think I may have seen that in another thread. If I ever do something different with my 62, I think I would rather do this then add the blocks under the mount on top of the frame.
Rob

I didn’t like the look so I just modified it.

[Braunschweiger]

A nice structure, I like it very much.

[62 Barnfind]

Attachment 2403979Engine almost complete. Just did the first start and fired right off with 70 lbs of oil pressure. Still have a few things to button up like power steering lines and a small exhaust leak. I have the exhaust dumped right now u til I come up way to get it to the rear. I’m open to suggestions.