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**Hart_Rod** · 03-08-2013, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Bowtie468

Still working on it . The whole bed is now ready for paint , minus the tailgate . The two that I had just didn't measure up . I would up springing for a really sweet OEM gate . ( Thanks Daniel ! [ dirish ] )

Still have a few more changes to make for the efi . I did get the tank pulled and installed the new in-tank pump .

As for the motor , well I wound up taking a few steps backwards on that. I was just planning to pull the motor and repaint and install new cam . Well , I pulled the heads off and disassembled for paint . Wound up installing new springs and valve job . Then , when i came to the block , I figured that too would be much easier if it was bare . So once tore down , proceeded to smooth all the casting . The POR 15 paint looks much better with it slicked out . While its apart , if course it's getting new bearings , rings .

So in a nutshell , an engine repaint turned into a total engine build ! And I wonder why this truck is not finished yet. . Lol !
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Don't feel bad Chris, that's what usually happens to me....

**Bowtie468** · 03-08-2013, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by 68bowtie

i'm sure you will be glad you took the time

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For sure , in the end it will be worth it.

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Originally Posted by Bennett--G4L

Sounds like me, I'm pulling my complete rolling chassis apart to install Porterbuilt Front/Rear Dropmembers and re-paint the frame, so I'm taking two steps back to take a step forward as well. You will be happier in the end that you did exactly what you wanted atleast thats how I feel about mine

Can't wait to see some updated pics.

I've got a few pics of the induction setup all mocked up . Bolted to the cylinder heads. I slicked out some stock big block valve covers and buried them with 4 coats of orange . Then cut and buffed them . Added the 502 Ram Jet air cleaner instead of the S&P rectangular one . Looks much better IMO . Also dechromed the fuel rails and did them in black to add some contrast and break up all the chrome . I'll post some shots first chance I get. Should be this weekend .

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Don't feel bad Chris, that's what usually happens to me....

Lol ! The trouble we put our selves through , huh Rob ?

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**Bowtie468** · 03-11-2013, 12:20 AM

as promised

n2billet · 03-11-2013, 06:05 AM

That looks slick.....the block looks excellent!

coggonobrien · 03-11-2013, 06:22 AM

very nice, i forget, what are you running for heads?

darkhorse970 · 03-11-2013, 07:00 AM

That's really gonna look KILLER with that beautiful black Chris!! Good call!!
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Bennett68C10 · 03-11-2013, 10:55 AM

Awesome work Chris

**superflysteiny** · 03-11-2013, 11:40 AM

Now that is nice

raull · 03-11-2013, 09:22 PM

sick sick sick !!!!

**Bowtie468** · 03-12-2013, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by n2billet

That looks slick.....the block looks excellent!

Thanks Keith !

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Originally Posted by coggonobrien

very nice, i forget, what are you running for heads?

Heads are ported 781's with 2.25" intakes

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Originally Posted by darkhorse970

That's really gonna look KILLER with that beautiful black Chris!! Good call!!
Thank you, Keith
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Originally Posted by Bennett--G4L

Awesome work Chris

Thanks Keith

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Originally Posted by superflysteiny

Now that is nice

Thanks Eric

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Originally Posted by raull

sick sick sick !!!!

Thank you Raul

dirish · 03-13-2013, 07:15 PM

Really looking sweet! I imagine its gonna sound pretty good!
Cant wait to see a complete ride!
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**Bowtie468** · 03-15-2013, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by dirish

Really looking sweet! I imagine its gonna sound pretty good!
Cant wait to see a complete ride!
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Yeah , I can't wait to finish the engine and fire her up . This new roller cam is somewhat tamer than my previous flat tappet , but I'm more concerned with driveability than before . Should still have a healthy exhaust note .

Update ..... Modified my bed dolly this past week . Tomorrow or Sunday I'll get the bedsides , tubs and front panel cut in so I can bolt it all back together on the dolly and ready it for the trip to the spray booth !!!!

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**superflysteiny** · 03-19-2013, 03:30 PM

Cant wait as you know I love this truck

smoknbarrels · 04-14-2013, 12:14 PM

Unreal detail... Simply amazing following this.
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longbed67 · 04-14-2013, 09:34 PM

I somehow missed the pics of the engine until now

BadA$$ man

**67cheby** · 04-15-2013, 09:55 AM

Wow.....double wow !

dirish · 04-15-2013, 11:21 AM

Gonna be so sweet! All i can say is wow!
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**GSFMECH** · 04-15-2013, 07:07 PM

You guys should see this truck in person, it is awesome.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 04-15-2013, 07:17 PM

Cant wait to see that all bolted together gonna be sweet..

**Bowtie468** · 04-16-2013, 11:15 PM

Thanks guys, its getting there.

**superflysteiny** · 04-20-2013, 01:38 PM

Pics please
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**Bowtie468** · 04-21-2013, 11:07 PM

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Pics please
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Not too much to show at the moment Eric. but I do have one of the new oil pan.

brownge · 04-22-2013, 04:15 AM

Hey Chris,

Would you be willing to make another set of those headlight and wiper knobs? I'll be running the same Vintage Air panel and love how those came out.

Thanks,
Greg

wayne72 · 04-26-2013, 07:05 PM

Man I love this build! sorry to go back aways ,but what motor mounts are you running? are they poly? what brand or part number ? thanks and keep it up!

**Bowtie468** · 04-27-2013, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by wayne72

Man I love this build! sorry to go back aways ,but what motor mounts are you running? are they poly? what brand or part number ? thanks and keep it up!

Thanks wayne72 . My towers are 68-71 with small block poly mounts from Energy Suspension . Not sure of the part number. Still in Texas for Pate until tomorrow, but I'll check when I get home .
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03-11-2013, 12:20 AM	#428
Bowtie468 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Cecilia, Louisiana Posts: 1,638	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage as promised Attached Images __________________ Chris click here to see my buildpage http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394656 ---------------------------------- 1979 C10 Silverado Big10 SWB Factory 454/400 Cardinal Red/Santa Fe Tan (original paint) 1969 Camaro X44 LS swap 1968 C10 SWB Fleetside (SOLD) 468BBC MultiPort TPI / Dynamic EFI P4 Black/Black 1963 Nova SS convertible (SOLD) 194 I6/ PowerGlide

03-11-2013, 06:05 AM	#429
n2billet Village Idiot.... Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Rowlett, Texas Posts: 1,833	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage That looks slick.....the block looks excellent! __________________ http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/n2billet -67 SWB Custom Porterbuilt Front and rear 20/22's Hazel Sold -71 StepSide Porterbuilt Stage 2 with 20/22's Stella Mae Sold

03-11-2013, 06:22 AM	#430
coggonobrien Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Coggon, IA Posts: 580	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage very nice, i forget, what are you running for heads?

03-11-2013, 07:00 AM	#431
darkhorse970 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Monroe, LA Posts: 2,105	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage That's really gonna look KILLER with that beautiful black Chris!! Good call!! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Keith SOLD - 1963 C10 Short Fleet 350/700R4 4/6 drop 1967 GMC Super Custom - Short Fleet COPO concept w/427 BBC T-400 w/Doug Nash overdrive 4/6 Drop, Buddy Buckets, etc... Frame Off (In Progress) I call it "Vulgar Display of Power" 1980 Silverado Original paint 49k Original miles 4/6 drop Check out my build thread here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6209941

03-11-2013, 10:55 AM	#432
Bennett68C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 5,518	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Awesome work Chris __________________ Keith 66 Suburban Burb Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751361 IG: bennett68c10

03-11-2013, 11:40 AM	#433
superflysteiny Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: orangevale ca Posts: 4,630	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Now that is nice __________________ Tootsie build T Shirts (Supporting Colon Cancer research) Tootsie- a truck for my mother Pops 72 Cheyenne Dropmember build 67 Second Chance project from hell

03-11-2013, 09:22 PM	#434
raull Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: miramar florida Posts: 1,232	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage sick sick sick !!!! __________________ check out my build thread 71 c/10 step side 5.3 twin turbo http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485320 raul

03-13-2013, 07:15 PM	#436
dirish Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Heart of Tennessee Posts: 1,120	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Really looking sweet! I imagine its gonna sound pretty good! Cant wait to see a complete ride! Posted via Mobile Device

03-19-2013, 03:30 PM	#438
superflysteiny Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: orangevale ca Posts: 4,630	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Cant wait as you know I love this truck __________________ Tootsie build T Shirts (Supporting Colon Cancer research) Tootsie- a truck for my mother Pops 72 Cheyenne Dropmember build 67 Second Chance project from hell

04-14-2013, 12:14 PM	#439
smoknbarrels Registered Mail Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 513	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Unreal detail... Simply amazing following this. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ '67 chev 496, lwb to swb, bagged - pro street project

04-14-2013, 09:34 PM	#440
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage I somehow missed the pics of the engine until now BadA$$ man __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

04-15-2013, 09:55 AM	#441
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Wow.....double wow ! __________________ 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

04-15-2013, 11:21 AM	#442
dirish Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Heart of Tennessee Posts: 1,120	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Gonna be so sweet! All i can say is wow! Posted via Mobile Device

04-15-2013, 07:07 PM	#443
GSFMECH On the road Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NATCHITOCHES LOUISIANA Posts: 818	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage You guys should see this truck in person, it is awesome. __________________ Mike Castro- 72 SWB. Ochre and White. 496/400 turbo, GV OD ,Dakota Digital dash , tilt, Vintage Air, PS, hydro boost, factory buckets, console, QA-1 Coil over suspension, 20/20"Billet Specialties Magnetos 72 SWB. Med blue. 454/400 turbo, tach, tilt, Stock AC, PS,PDB, factory buckets, console, ECE 4/6 drop w/ 2" blocks and C-notch, 20/20"Coys- Crashed and destroyed by drunk driver Sept 2019. New 72 build in the works. My new build thread "Castro" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=820934 My old build thread, the blue truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=271489 www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

04-15-2013, 07:17 PM	#444
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Cant wait to see that all bolted together gonna be sweet.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..



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04-16-2013, 11:15 PM	#445
Bowtie468 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Cecilia, Louisiana Posts: 1,638	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Thanks guys, its getting there. __________________ Chris click here to see my buildpage http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=394656 ---------------------------------- 1979 C10 Silverado Big10 SWB Factory 454/400 Cardinal Red/Santa Fe Tan (original paint) 1969 Camaro X44 LS swap 1968 C10 SWB Fleetside (SOLD) 468BBC MultiPort TPI / Dynamic EFI P4 Black/Black 1963 Nova SS convertible (SOLD) 194 I6/ PowerGlide

04-20-2013, 01:38 PM	#446
superflysteiny Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: orangevale ca Posts: 4,630	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Pics please Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Tootsie build T Shirts (Supporting Colon Cancer research) Tootsie- a truck for my mother Pops 72 Cheyenne Dropmember build 67 Second Chance project from hell

04-22-2013, 04:15 AM	#448
brownge Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Magnolia, TX Posts: 224	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Hey Chris, Would you be willing to make another set of those headlight and wiper knobs? I'll be running the same Vintage Air panel and love how those came out. Thanks, Greg

04-26-2013, 07:05 PM	#449
wayne72 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Casa Grande AZ Posts: 65	Re: Bowtie468's Extreme '68 BuildPage Man I love this build! sorry to go back aways ,but what motor mounts are you running? are they poly? what brand or part number ? thanks and keep it up!

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