1967 step side build!

[BugzC10]

Originally Posted by TXgearhead67

Not planning on it Bugz. I measured with the bed on and should have plenty of room. Have I missed something?

From what I have learned on this site and If I am not mistaken, a 10.5” wide rim will rub, without tubbing....dependent on other factors such as backspacing and axle width. Hopefully the experts in this area like Lolife will chime in.

[TXgearhead67]

well... I got worried if it would rub. So after I mocked up the fuel tank in the frame I set the bed back on it with the rear wheels. Its real close but no rub. Im running a 275/40/20 Nitto tire. Glad I listened to the wheel guy and not got what I was gonna get. I think to give myself a little insurance I'm gonna run a 1/4" spacer on the rear wheels. On a side note with Ridler wheels you have to use a thin wall socket to get the lug nuts on and off.

[BugzC10]

Originally Posted by TXgearhead67

well... I got worried if it would rub. So after I mocked up the fuel tank in the frame I set the bed back on it with the rear wheels. Its real close but no rub. Im running a 275/40/20 Nitto tire. Glad I listened to the wheel guy and not got what I was gonna get. I think to give myself a little insurance I'm gonna run a 1/4" spacer on the rear wheels. On a side note with Ridler wheels you have to use a thin wall socket to get the lug nuts on and off.

Glad to hear!
Do you have the wider axle? 57” . Also what was the gap on the outer side of the tire to the fender? Reason for all the questions...I’m considering a taller and wider rear setup myself.

[TXgearhead67]

I had about 1/2" or better on outside. I'm lowered 5" not as much as you so I don't know bud. As far as width of axle I don't know, haven't measured it. But I believe it's the original '67 12 bolt. I can measure if you need me too bud.

[TXgearhead67]

Here's some pics

[TXgearhead67]

Just realized I posted wrong size rear wheel. I have a 20x10 not 20x10.5. My bad fellas! Sorry if I mislead anyone. I guess I was thinking about my Cobra wheels they are 10.5".

[TXgearhead67]

Got the fuel tank filler neck frenched in tonight. Gonna lower the tank about a 1/2" from designed height. I'm waiting on power steering conversion kit and sway bar kit from POL to mock up before powder coat. Supposed to be here tomorrow. That'll put me at PC Friday morning. 👍 I'm ready to put parts on!

[TXgearhead67]

Pics

[6T7 C10]

From one Texas 67 small window step side to another I like what you are doing.

[TXgearhead67]

Thanks bud!

[BugzC10]

Originally Posted by TXgearhead67

I had about 1/2" or better on outside. I'm lowered 5" not as much as you so I don't know bud. As far as width of axle I don't know, haven't measured it. But I believe it's the original '67 12 bolt. I can measure if you need me too bud.

What they call the “wide” rear axle is 57” from backing plate to backing plate.

[TXgearhead67]

Well I guess UPS and FedEx are hating me this week. Lots of parts. POL power steering conversion kit came in. I had them powder coat the reservoir black which looks killer. I also splurged for the braided stainless lines.

[TXgearhead67]

POL shipped me there front and rear sway bar kit. No more gangsta lean going around corners. Lol got the rear halfway mocked up. Don't want to drill into trailing arms until....

[TXgearhead67]

....I install my CPP dropped cross member. Probably didn't need it but I liked that I wouldn't need as many shims for the pinion angle. Plus it would suck to do it after PC. And the exhaust has a little more options.

[TXgearhead67]

I also got in my POL engine tranny mounts and crossmember. They look sweet especially the engine mounts. Ordered them with the poly mounts. Question where does the engine mounts go for a small block and 700-r4? Forward holes or rear?

[TXgearhead67]

My repair panels came in also. Gonna start cab resurrection this weekend. Lol lots to do. I'm sure I'll have lots of questions as this is my most adventurous undertaking. Relying on all of your help! Thanks in advance.

[TXgearhead67]

Bugz i measured rear end length last night. It is 57" from flange to flange.

[BugzC10]

Originally Posted by TXgearhead67

Bugz i measured rear end length last night. It is 57" from flange to flange.

Thanks Gearhead!

[TXgearhead67]

Well I finally dropped the frame off to PC! They said it'll be ready next week. Finally some progress. Today I'm cleaning shop and organizing a little so I can bring the cab in and start rust repair. Yay!

[57larry]

following this build. love step sides. mine is a 68. ever think about rear discs?

[TXgearhead67]

I did when I was about to order my front disc. Really didn't want to spend another grand for rears right now. I can add them later after she's up and running. Thanks for the interest bud.


Started cab rust repair today. Its not as solid as I thought. Nothing that cant be fixed though.

[cpnbnanamn]

Gearhead, You keep mentioning POL. Who are you referring to?
I have a '67 stepside as well, and I'm interested in your build. Been trying to build a 400 sbc to replace the 6cyl and 3OTT.
What did the frame cleanup cost you?

[57larry]

POL- Performance on line in Calif. 1-800-638-1703. I've used their parts, happy with them

[TXgearhead67]

I got the frame back yesterday. It looks amazing! Now I can start putting parts on and get rid of these boxes that are cluttering my shop.

The frame powder coat cost me $450. That's me just dropping it off and they bake it, sandblast it, and powder coat. I didn't think that was bad.

[BugzC10]

Originally Posted by TXgearhead67

I got the frame back yesterday. It looks amazing! Now I can start putting parts on and get rid of these boxes that are cluttering my shop.

The frame powder coat cost me $450. That's me just dropping it off and they bake it, sandblast it, and powder coat. I didn't think that was bad.

Looks sweet and they completed it on time as promised