66 c10 first timer build

[Captainfab]

The 700R4 is a fairly popular overdrive auto trans. So parts are reasonable, and most tranny guys know what needs to be done to upgrade them. The only other non-electronic OD auto trans is the 200-4R.

[redneck6]

Originally Posted by williamsboys

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build is looking really good keep up the good work . now i got a ? that sign on there says vortech stroker but the heads are not center bolt ? do they now make none center bolt vortech heads 96 5.7 l heads . or they could be after market .

[williamsboys]

Thanks redneck6. The paper you see in that pic is the specs on a motor sitting behind mine. The specs on mine is on the second page of this thread. Thanks again man.
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[williamsboys]

just got word the frame is done so i will be getting it tomorrow. I have some spots to fix on the epoxy primer they laid on it but nothen crazy.

[williamsboys]

well got the frame back home. weather is to be good this weekend so i can paint it up, woohoo!! finally some more progress.

[williamsboys]

well i got the frame started. i put the hammered paint on it but i guess since it wasnt on bar metal it didnt hammer like i wanted, but we still love the color. let me know what you guys think.
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[62 bigwindow]

Looks really good so far.... keep us posted

[williamsboys]

Im i right? i need another trans mount beside the stock to go towards the end of the trans? If so what years will fit if i go get one from a salvage.

If any one has done this does it take up all 4 holes on the frame or is it just take up 2 and the 4 holes are just for adjusting? I want to go ahead and put it on and paint it if i need it.

does anybody know which holes i will need to put it in for my setup? 327/700r4

[williamsboys]

Originally Posted by 62 bigwindow

Looks really good so far.... keep us posted

thanks for the props man!

[protrash64]

Originally Posted by williamsboys

Im i right? i need another trans mount beside the stock to go towards the end of the trans? If so what years will fit if i go get one from a salvage.

If any one has done this does it take up all 4 holes on the frame or is it just take up 2 and the 4 holes are just for adjusting? I want to go ahead and put it on and paint it if i need it.

does anybody know which holes i will need to put it in for my setup? 327/700r4

You need to lose the x-member in the frame right in front of the front cab mount and add one down the frame, roughly centered under the cab. Not sure exactly what works, but I think one from the squares will fit with just drilling the right holes. There are always aftermarket pieces, too.

[Captainfab]

You can use an auto trans crossmember from a '63-'87 truck. You will just need to locate it in the frame once you get the engine and trans in place. Then you can drill the mounting holes. I always have used the factory trans crossmembers. And I agree on removing the bellhousing crossmember.

[williamsboys]

so my next adventure is the rear end. what gears usually came in these trucks? what would be a good ratio to run if im going with the 327/700r4?

[williamsboys]

Thanks guys for the trans mount answers.

[McMurphy]

Your frame looks great man.
I gotta find out more about this hammered paint I think!

[Captainfab]

The most common gear seems to be 3.73's which will be just about right with a OD trans. You don't want the rpm's too low, The engine needs to be operating in it's power band for best efficiency. Of course this depends on what size (OD) tires you will be running.

Originally Posted by williamsboys

so my next adventure is the rear end. what gears usually came in these trucks? what would be a good ratio to run if im going with the 327/700r4?

[williamsboys]

Originally Posted by Captainfab

The most common gear seems to be 3.73's which will be just about right with a OD trans. You don't want the rpm's too low, The engine needs to be operating in it's power band for best efficiency. Of course this depends on what size (OD) tires you will be running.

Is that whats common to already be in the rearend or thats common to change to from stock? thanks for the help. (Im a newbie to alll this)

[williamsboys]

Originally Posted by McMurphy

Your frame looks great man.
I gotta find out more about this hammered paint I think!

Thanks alot man! the hammered look didnt really show due to the epoxy primer my uncle shot on it, but the color looks really awesome.

[McMurphy]

[chad64chevy]

did you spray it on? or brush it on? i brushed mine on under the bed and you can see the hammered look more and you can add more texture! but ready theres no way to keep it uniform brushing it on, it takes practice! i did my inner fenders and firewall the same way too, the stuff in the can is darker then the quart size can stuff!

[williamsboys]

[QUOTE=chad64chevy;5049345]did you spray it on? or brush it on? i brushed mine on under the bed and you can see the hammered look more and you can add more texture! but ready theres no way to keep it uniform brushing it on, it takes practice! i did my inner fenders and firewall the same way too, the stuff in the can is darker then the quart size can stuff![/QU

I sprayed it. did you prime first or was it on bare metal? i sprayed some on an old 59 chevy i got on bare metal and it hammered right up. but like i said its cool it didnt really hammer cuase we love the color.

[chad64chevy]

the firewall and inner fenders i did, but under the bed i didnt, like i said i brushed mine on!

[williamsboys]

Yea i was thinking about doing some type of undercoating for the bottom of everything.

[Captainfab]

What I meant was that is probably the most common gear from the factory in a C10

Originally Posted by williamsboys

Is that whats common to already be in the rearend or thats common to change to from stock? thanks for the help. (Im a newbie to alll this)

[williamsboys]

Originally Posted by Captainfab

What I meant was that is probably the most common gear from the factory in a C10

awesome thanks again. so do you think i should even jump in to the rear end or maby just leave it alone? well i probly should change the fluid right?

[McMurphy]

Originally Posted by williamsboys

awesome thanks again. so do you think i should even jump in to the rear end or maby just leave it alone? well i probly should change the fluid right?

Just so I can check the box, and while I have it all apart anyways, I am changing the oil, gasket, and ordering the breather to replace the vent hose.

I mean, might as well since you are there, and it is easy to get to at this time....

http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Rear-A...tDisplayId=462

http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Crankc...-Inch,462.html

I saw someone else do this recently and it looked like a cooler idea than stock.