68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! - Page 17 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

msgross · 09-20-2008, 11:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaros44sr

Is the floor centered in the cab? looks like it should be more to the right in the high hump area. The flange on the floorboard looks alittle big, start in the center and work your way out. I can always take a road trip if needed! The only area that you haven't taken apart is the roof...lol

How much Yuengling is a road trip worth?

msgross · 09-20-2008, 05:14 PM

SO I measured everything I could and the floor seems to be within 1/8" of center, whatever that is. I started noticing how asymetrical the firewall is. One side has 3/4" reveal with the kickpanel, below the vent area, and the other has 1 1/4" reveal... So I did my best and we'll see how the doors fit before I pull the bracing out and weld it for good.

So here's a closeup of the area behind the gas pedal. If anyone has a floor exposed could you look at yours and see if their is a "lip" where the floor meets the firewall? If I decide to adjust it then i'm gonna slice the firewall and even it up. No big deal either way.

msgross · 09-20-2008, 05:19 PM

Worked on the driver side kick panel, wow...these suckers really have some bends to them... I don't think you could replace the entire piece without the rockers and some other pieces removed.... My cutoff wheel took a bit of a wrong turn near the firewall and i'm gonna have to fill in a 3/16" gap now. I needed to get this piece in before the firewall patch can be made.

How much of a gap should there be below the kick panel and the floor? I know that it's not a precision fit and it will get some seam sealer before primer.

The main A-pillar support post is pretty rusty, I might spray some POR up inside it before everything gets sealed up.

**jaros44sr** · 09-20-2008, 10:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by msgross

How much Yuengling is a road trip worth?

I can't there before wed.

msgross · 09-21-2008, 09:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaros44sr

I can't there before wed.

you should come out for Fall Carlisle in two weeks... I live right off the turnpike so you could swing by on the way home...

**jaros44sr** · 09-21-2008, 11:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by msgross

you should come out for Fall Carlisle in two weeks... I live right off the turnpike so you could swing by on the way home...

good idea, sounds expensive

msgross · 09-21-2008, 12:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jaros44sr

good idea, sounds expensive

leave your money at home, then it isn't! Of course they have ATM's though...

big_al_71 · 09-21-2008, 03:52 PM

Hey mike, great build you have going on here...
I cant believe that I had not noticed it till today...

Keep the picts coming..ALbert

msgross · 09-21-2008, 04:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by big_al_71

Hey mike, great build you have going on here...
I cant believe that I had not noticed it till today...

Keep the picts coming..ALbert

thanks...

1972_K10 · 09-21-2008, 05:07 PM

Here are a couple of pics of my original floor on my 1972. Hope this helps. When I compare my floor to the picture on #381, mine has a nice smooth curve and not the sharp angular bends that your new firewall has.

Lamar

msgross · 09-21-2008, 06:13 PM

thanks for those pics, but my firewall is original. 67-68 firewalls are different than 69-72, I guess that's one more difference. I also know that this floor replacement was modeled from a 68 as well....

It's only metal, i'll make it fit...

jb4short · 09-22-2008, 07:01 AM

looks like Mike's been busy

drivethechevy · 09-24-2008, 10:02 PM

i just read your entire build thread and wow, that is alot of nice work, i wish i had the funds for half of that work to get done to my 68 k-10 but its just gonna get patched painted a daily driven till im done with all my schooling then maybe i will be able to aford the full resto like yours,
im subscribing to this its nice to see another 68 k-10 to refference things off of, good work so far

msgross · 09-24-2008, 10:16 PM

thanks, it doesn't happen very quickly unless you have $20K sitting in the bank, which I don't....

I just chip away at it, sell items for profit and buy more things for my truck. Also get a monthly allowance from the wifey to help out... not much but it keeps things moving forward..

msgross · 10-04-2008, 08:07 PM

NOt much going on with the build lately... I did pick up some parts from Willnik (terry) at Carlisle. Also picked up a frame adapter for my power steering. Gonna have to wwait till the cab is back on to align and drill it though.

I now have 8 wing vents and extra glass! Most are tinted and in decent shape. I just need to pick a set to rebuild and sell the rest. Not sure if I want chrome or original balck though....

Cleaned up the PS box and noticed it leaks at the input... might try to change the seal out but I have read that it sucks to do...

Like the orange U-bolts? I need to clean them up and change the leaf plates for mysay bar anyway... I didn't paint them just in case I needed some zero rate leafs or found a sway bar...

sdailey · 10-04-2008, 08:30 PM

Mike,

Maybe this will help you with your gearbox rebuild.

http://www.fourwheeler.com/techartic...ild/index.html

msgross · 10-04-2008, 08:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sdailey

Mike,

Maybe this will help you with your gearbox rebuild.

http://www.fourwheeler.com/techartic...ild/index.html

thanks shannon.. i'm screwed and here is why

"In any case, rebuilding a steering box requires patience and the assembly of many small parts and seals. Cleanliness and attention to detail will help ensure the result is a quality rebuild.

Have you seen my garage!

sdailey · 10-04-2008, 08:53 PM

I guess it's time for a trip to Napa then.

msgross · 10-04-2008, 08:56 PM

Might as well try it... nothing to lose except the cost of some new o-rings.

that's a good article, thanks..

sdailey · 10-04-2008, 09:05 PM

Anytime. Glad to help out.

FYI, the company mentioned in the article, West Texas 4x4, sells complete rebuild kits for $35 w/o ball bearings and $45 w/ball bearings.

msgross · 10-04-2008, 09:18 PM

I think rock auto had a kit for $30 but don't know what it has in it...

sourkraut · 10-04-2008, 10:24 PM

Hey, Mike I am from the other side of Harrisburg! When you are done with your cab you can come over and show me how to replace my floor! Looks really good please keep the pics coming!

msgross · 10-05-2008, 09:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sourkraut

Hey, Mike I am from the other side of Harrisburg! When you are done with your cab you can come over and show me how to replace my floor! Looks really good please keep the pics coming!

no problem, pick one up at Carlisle and i'll give you a hand...I live in Lebanon so i'm no that far away. got pics of your ride? There are a few more board members in your area too. We could almost have a Central PA meet now...

sourkraut · 10-05-2008, 06:05 PM

That is funny I am from the backside of Mt Gretna. I will upload some pics once I get a chance to resize them. I keep getting a size error so I will have to screw around with them. I am working on a couple frame issues now and have a way to go till I get to the sheetmetal. How ever I really had to work hard at not going to Carlisle this weekend! I know what is going to happen though I will end up going to Hershey cause I won' be able to gt it out of my head!

msgross · 10-05-2008, 07:04 PM

I haven't been to Hershey yet... Use MS Paint to resize pics or use MS photo editor if you have that... Another easier way is to open a photobucket.com account, upload them there and then paste the IMG code into this message... You can do 10 at a time that way, much faster and it backs up your pics online.

09-20-2008, 05:14 PM	#402
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! SO I measured everything I could and the floor seems to be within 1/8" of center, whatever that is. I started noticing how asymetrical the firewall is. One side has 3/4" reveal with the kickpanel, below the vent area, and the other has 1 1/4" reveal... So I did my best and we'll see how the doors fit before I pull the bracing out and weld it for good. So here's a closeup of the area behind the gas pedal. If anyone has a floor exposed could you look at yours and see if their is a "lip" where the floor meets the firewall? If I decide to adjust it then i'm gonna slice the firewall and even it up. No big deal either way. Attached Images __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

09-20-2008, 05:19 PM	#403
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Worked on the driver side kick panel, wow...these suckers really have some bends to them... I don't think you could replace the entire piece without the rockers and some other pieces removed.... My cutoff wheel took a bit of a wrong turn near the firewall and i'm gonna have to fill in a 3/16" gap now. I needed to get this piece in before the firewall patch can be made. How much of a gap should there be below the kick panel and the floor? I know that it's not a precision fit and it will get some seam sealer before primer. The main A-pillar support post is pretty rusty, I might spray some POR up inside it before everything gets sealed up. Attached Images __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 09-20-2008 at 05:20 PM.

09-21-2008, 03:52 PM	#408
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Hey mike, great build you have going on here... I cant believe that I had not noticed it till today... Keep the picts coming..ALbert __________________ 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

09-21-2008, 05:07 PM	#410
1972_K10 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: South Texas Posts: 11	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Here are a couple of pics of my original floor on my 1972. Hope this helps. When I compare my floor to the picture on #381, mine has a nice smooth curve and not the sharp angular bends that your new firewall has. Lamar Attached Images __________________ 1972 K10 Custom Deluxe SWB 350/350/205 AC About to be put back together after sitting in pieces for 23 years. My father (original owner) says "IT'S ABOUT TIME! Last edited by 1972_K10; 09-21-2008 at 05:18 PM. Reason: more info

09-21-2008, 06:13 PM	#411
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! thanks for those pics, but my firewall is original. 67-68 firewalls are different than 69-72, I guess that's one more difference. I also know that this floor replacement was modeled from a 68 as well.... It's only metal, i'll make it fit... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 09-21-2008 at 06:14 PM.

09-22-2008, 07:01 AM	#412
jb4short Damn Yankee Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 2,261	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! looks like Mike's been busy

09-24-2008, 10:02 PM	#413
drivethechevy Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Buffalo MN Posts: 606	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! i just read your entire build thread and wow, that is alot of nice work, i wish i had the funds for half of that work to get done to my 68 k-10 but its just gonna get patched painted a daily driven till im done with all my schooling then maybe i will be able to aford the full resto like yours, im subscribing to this its nice to see another 68 k-10 to refference things off of, good work so far __________________ Trial and Error, its expensive but its a mistake i most likely wont make again 1971 chevy k10 custom deluxe http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=341257 1968 chevy k/10 fleet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=334731 1948 desoto custom coupe fluid drive(family heirloom)

09-24-2008, 10:16 PM	#414
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! thanks, it doesn't happen very quickly unless you have $20K sitting in the bank, which I don't.... I just chip away at it, sell items for profit and buy more things for my truck. Also get a monthly allowance from the wifey to help out... not much but it keeps things moving forward.. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

10-04-2008, 08:07 PM	#415
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! NOt much going on with the build lately... I did pick up some parts from Willnik (terry) at Carlisle. Also picked up a frame adapter for my power steering. Gonna have to wwait till the cab is back on to align and drill it though. I now have 8 wing vents and extra glass! Most are tinted and in decent shape. I just need to pick a set to rebuild and sell the rest. Not sure if I want chrome or original balck though.... Cleaned up the PS box and noticed it leaks at the input... might try to change the seal out but I have read that it sucks to do... Like the orange U-bolts? I need to clean them up and change the leaf plates for mysay bar anyway... I didn't paint them just in case I needed some zero rate leafs or found a sway bar... Attached Images __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 10-04-2008 at 08:09 PM.

10-04-2008, 08:30 PM	#416
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Mike, Maybe this will help you with your gearbox rebuild. http://www.fourwheeler.com/techartic...ild/index.html __________________ Shannon

10-04-2008, 08:53 PM	#418
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I guess it's time for a trip to Napa then. __________________ Shannon

10-04-2008, 08:56 PM	#419
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Might as well try it... nothing to lose except the cost of some new o-rings. that's a good article, thanks.. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

10-04-2008, 09:05 PM	#420
sdailey The Few, The Proud Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground, Georgia Posts: 1,830	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Anytime. Glad to help out. FYI, the company mentioned in the article, West Texas 4x4, sells complete rebuild kits for $35 w/o ball bearings and $45 w/ball bearings. __________________ Shannon

10-04-2008, 09:18 PM	#421
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I think rock auto had a kit for $30 but don't know what it has in it... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

10-04-2008, 10:24 PM	#422
sourkraut Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: WI Posts: 1,243	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Hey, Mike I am from the other side of Harrisburg! When you are done with your cab you can come over and show me how to replace my floor! Looks really good please keep the pics coming!



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

10-05-2008, 06:05 PM	#424
sourkraut Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: WI Posts: 1,243	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! That is funny I am from the backside of Mt Gretna. I will upload some pics once I get a chance to resize them. I keep getting a size error so I will have to screw around with them. I am working on a couple frame issues now and have a way to go till I get to the sheetmetal. How ever I really had to work hard at not going to Carlisle this weekend! I know what is going to happen though I will end up going to Hershey cause I won' be able to gt it out of my head!

10-05-2008, 07:04 PM	#425
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I haven't been to Hershey yet... Use MS Paint to resize pics or use MS photo editor if you have that... Another easier way is to open a photobucket.com account, upload them there and then paste the IMG code into this message... You can do 10 at a time that way, much faster and it backs up your pics online. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 10-05-2008 at 07:05 PM.

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.