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84 400 · 03-02-2007, 02:22 AM

great build up.
always enjoy seeing these

timcos · 03-02-2007, 09:29 AM

Great work.

It all starts with "I am going to replace that screw by the headlight."

skokie · 03-04-2007, 03:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by timcos

Great work.

It all starts with "I am going to replace that screw by the headlight."

Whats funny is that is kinda how this started

LOL

skokie · 03-04-2007, 03:48 AM

Well it time for another update. I took out the 350 to change out the flexplate, rear main seal, and oil pan gasket. It took me 1 hr to get it out and into the garage. Another 4-5 to do the work and about 8 hrs to get the motor back in. This was my first time and I was doing it by myself. Note to self DONT EVER DO THIS AGAIN WITHOUT HELP!!!

Anyway all went pretty good. I did manage to break a brake line due to the motor swinging on me and it smacked the master cylinder so I gotta get another one of those. Replace a few bad nuts and bolts along the way as well.
Here are some pics.

skokie · 03-04-2007, 03:50 AM

And here are a few more.

The tac vac dash is done to.

cojnit · 03-04-2007, 04:53 AM

sippy cups rock! that is where I keep my moonshine as well.

skokie · 03-04-2007, 01:50 PM

HAHHA thats my daughters. Dont mess with her sippy cup LOL

skokie · 03-07-2007, 01:35 AM

Well of course with me when I do 3-4 things right I usually break something. This must have happened when I was putting my engine back in. I am thinking that I slapped the master cylinder with the engine since it did sway on me. Snapped that brake line in half.

I called up Wes at Classic Heartbeat and ordered up a new set. They should be here in the next day or two. The good thing about this is that this is now a excuse

to get out the grinder and some sanding discs and clean up that frame like I wanted to.

CHAPS7931 · 03-14-2007, 01:20 AM

that how it is when you do it yourself the first time without help but you learn from your mistakes. overall it looks good so keep up the good work and with this great weather you should be able to get more done

Pop's72 · 03-14-2007, 03:07 AM

Just saw this post for the first time. Nice project you have going on!

It is true about the neighbors, as long as they are cool with you they won't report any problems and the city/police only care if someone reports a problem.

If you need any help, let me know! (Disclaimer: I don't have a mechanical bone in my body, but can be used for "help me lift" "hold this" type work.)

timcos · 03-14-2007, 07:57 AM

I like those shields for the plugs..where does one get them...and what holds them on?

70rs/ss · 03-14-2007, 12:18 PM

If this is a 68 and the heads have no accesory holes in them, then is the motor a 327, instead of a 350? Not a big deal, just currious? I like the work. Finish up what you have started before doing other stuff, otherwise you'll end up with a frame and sheetmetal scattered everywhere!! Can't wait to see it done!! I have spring break off, 3/17-3/25 and I intend to get like 1 or two of my projects done (at least running and driving!!) I'll take picts to show how hacked my 4X4 is/was.

bobthecop · 03-14-2007, 12:26 PM

Looks good, I started kinda like that, but as I removed parts I found more things needed cleaning, now it's a different chassis build up. I just didn't know when to say when.

skokie · 03-14-2007, 01:20 PM

Motor is a crate 350. I have a 327 in the garage. After I put in the 700r4 (hopefully next year) I will get to that part

skokie · 03-14-2007, 01:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pop's72

Just saw this post for the first time. Nice project you have going on!

It is true about the neighbors, as long as they are cool with you they won't report any problems and the city/police only care if someone reports a problem.

If you need any help, let me know! (Disclaimer: I don't have a mechanical bone in my body, but can be used for "help me lift" "hold this" type work.)

I have a cover on it so nobody can see it also its pulled up right up to my garage door. I dont see any issues with neighbors since the guy across the street has a alcohol dragster (not kidding) in his shed in his backyard that he fires up in the summertime. The guy 4 houses down has a old ford (with a 350 in it ) coupe that he is always working on plus we have a garage band on the other side of the street. So I dont see a issue

skokie · 03-14-2007, 01:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by timcos

I like those shields for the plugs..where does one get them...and what holds them on?

I got those off of ebay for 10 $. If you look at one of the pics of the shield you will see a 2 prong wire holder. There is a I think 5/16 (could be wrong there) bolt that holds in the shield and the wire retainer.

skokie · 03-14-2007, 10:14 PM

Oh btw ignore the grease on those valve covers. Next payday I am getting some of the black crinkle proform ones.

skokie · 03-14-2007, 10:16 PM

Ok plan for tonight is to get the core support installed and the coolant system plumbed up. Also need to put the starter back on and get the tilt column installed. Hoping I can get all that done tonight after the kiddies are in bed.

skokie · 03-14-2007, 11:43 PM

Ok the torque converter is now bolted to the flexplate. Little bit of threadlocker blue and 35 ft lbs of torque. Now its time to get the starter back on.

skokie · 03-17-2007, 06:48 PM

Well its 70 degrees out and guess what I am doing. LOL Well I got the master cylinder painted and mounted to the booster. I just took off the power brake pedal rod that goes from the booster to the brake pedal and gave it a nice coat of gloss black. I have already installed my new brake line for the one I snapped. Inline tube has some good quality stuff. I got both lines but I only need one so the other will go into storage until needed. Back to work I go.

WinDancer · 03-17-2007, 08:30 PM

Great work! Seems like everything you touch needs a detour for more clean/paint- it is worth it! Keep the work and the pics coming!

Do I see a radiator bottle on the left and a windshield bottle on the right?

Just picked those up so wondering about the factory locations...

Good job!

skokie · 03-18-2007, 01:27 AM

Ok got the booster/master cylinder installed. Hooked up the prop valve as well. Put on the new line that I got from inline tube. Now I got some bending to do to get the lines back where they are supposed to be. I slapped them with the engine by mistake. Here are the pics.

**Boog** · 03-18-2007, 07:07 AM

A fresh orange engine sure looks good down in these trucks don't they. I think I wish I had painted mine orange now. Paint is easier and cheaper compared to billet and chrome. Looks good.

skokie · 03-18-2007, 12:58 PM

But it got dirty in the install process

See all of those dirty hand marks hahahaha

FRENCHBLUE72 · 03-18-2007, 04:12 PM

Sweet build progress congrats..

03-02-2007, 02:22 AM	#51
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,746	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) great build up. always enjoy seeing these __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

03-02-2007, 09:29 AM	#52
timcos Chief Honcho In Charge Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bentonville AR Posts: 970	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) Great work. It all starts with "I am going to replace that screw by the headlight." __________________ 1992 1500 4x4 Shortbed 1984 Ford F250 Supercab Longbed 6.9L Diesel 1972 K10 Cheyenne Super Fleetside Short Bed - 350 - A/C 1971 VW SuperBeetle 1960 Wife 1984 Son 1986 Son 1989 Son Previous Trucks 1967 C10 SWB (1980-1981) 1971 C10 LWB (1998-2004)

03-04-2007, 03:48 AM	#54
skokie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Jose Ca. Posts: 3,344	Another update Well it time for another update. I took out the 350 to change out the flexplate, rear main seal, and oil pan gasket. It took me 1 hr to get it out and into the garage. Another 4-5 to do the work and about 8 hrs to get the motor back in. This was my first time and I was doing it by myself. Note to self DONT EVER DO THIS AGAIN WITHOUT HELP!!! Anyway all went pretty good. I did manage to break a brake line due to the motor swinging on me and it smacked the master cylinder so I gotta get another one of those. Replace a few bad nuts and bolts along the way as well. Here are some pics. __________________ RIP to my son Dylan. 5/17/2002 - 8/18/2018 If you want to know more about rare forms of pediatric cancer or if you want to help fund pediatric cancer research, please check out the website for the non-profit I started. https://slothforpedcancer.org 68 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223234

03-04-2007, 03:50 AM	#55
skokie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Jose Ca. Posts: 3,344	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) And here are a few more. The tac vac dash is done to. __________________ RIP to my son Dylan. 5/17/2002 - 8/18/2018 If you want to know more about rare forms of pediatric cancer or if you want to help fund pediatric cancer research, please check out the website for the non-profit I started. https://slothforpedcancer.org 68 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223234

03-04-2007, 04:53 AM	#56
cojnit Nothing clever Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Kailua HI Posts: 828	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) sippy cups rock! that is where I keep my moonshine as well. __________________ Got "the Midas Touch!"

03-04-2007, 01:50 PM	#57
skokie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Jose Ca. Posts: 3,344	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) HAHHA thats my daughters. Dont mess with her sippy cup LOL __________________ RIP to my son Dylan. 5/17/2002 - 8/18/2018 If you want to know more about rare forms of pediatric cancer or if you want to help fund pediatric cancer research, please check out the website for the non-profit I started. https://slothforpedcancer.org 68 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223234

03-07-2007, 01:35 AM	#58
skokie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Jose Ca. Posts: 3,344	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) Well of course with me when I do 3-4 things right I usually break something. This must have happened when I was putting my engine back in. I am thinking that I slapped the master cylinder with the engine since it did sway on me. Snapped that brake line in half. I called up Wes at Classic Heartbeat and ordered up a new set. They should be here in the next day or two. The good thing about this is that this is now a excuse to get out the grinder and some sanding discs and clean up that frame like I wanted to. __________________ RIP to my son Dylan. 5/17/2002 - 8/18/2018 If you want to know more about rare forms of pediatric cancer or if you want to help fund pediatric cancer research, please check out the website for the non-profit I started. https://slothforpedcancer.org 68 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223234

03-14-2007, 01:20 AM	#59
CHAPS7931 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: san jose california Posts: 109	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) that how it is when you do it yourself the first time without help but you learn from your mistakes. overall it looks good so keep up the good work and with this great weather you should be able to get more done

03-14-2007, 03:07 AM	#60
Pop's72 It's ok to stare... Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 669	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) Just saw this post for the first time. Nice project you have going on! It is true about the neighbors, as long as they are cool with you they won't report any problems and the city/police only care if someone reports a problem. If you need any help, let me know! (Disclaimer: I don't have a mechanical bone in my body, but can be used for "help me lift" "hold this" type work.) __________________ -Matt 1971 Blazer/Jimmy : Factory 2WD, Factory AC, Crate 350

03-14-2007, 07:57 AM	#61
timcos Chief Honcho In Charge Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bentonville AR Posts: 970	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) I like those shields for the plugs..where does one get them...and what holds them on? __________________ 1992 1500 4x4 Shortbed 1984 Ford F250 Supercab Longbed 6.9L Diesel 1972 K10 Cheyenne Super Fleetside Short Bed - 350 - A/C 1971 VW SuperBeetle 1960 Wife 1984 Son 1986 Son 1989 Son Previous Trucks 1967 C10 SWB (1980-1981) 1971 C10 LWB (1998-2004)

03-14-2007, 12:18 PM	#62
70rs/ss Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 7,271	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) If this is a 68 and the heads have no accesory holes in them, then is the motor a 327, instead of a 350? Not a big deal, just currious? I like the work. Finish up what you have started before doing other stuff, otherwise you'll end up with a frame and sheetmetal scattered everywhere!! Can't wait to see it done!! I have spring break off, 3/17-3/25 and I intend to get like 1 or two of my projects done (at least running and driving!!) I'll take picts to show how hacked my 4X4 is/was.

03-14-2007, 12:26 PM	#63
bobthecop Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Yukon Oklahoma Posts: 2,647	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) Looks good, I started kinda like that, but as I removed parts I found more things needed cleaning, now it's a different chassis build up. I just didn't know when to say when. __________________ Happiness is towing your "new" truck home. 1972 C-10 1982 GMC (parts truck??) 1969 c10 parts truck 1969 C-10 ( my sons) 1992 Silverado 4X4 (now the boys truck)(now mine again) 2002 Tarus (my wife loves that car)

03-14-2007, 01:20 PM	#64
skokie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Jose Ca. Posts: 3,344	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) Motor is a crate 350. I have a 327 in the garage. After I put in the 700r4 (hopefully next year) I will get to that part __________________ RIP to my son Dylan. 5/17/2002 - 8/18/2018 If you want to know more about rare forms of pediatric cancer or if you want to help fund pediatric cancer research, please check out the website for the non-profit I started. https://slothforpedcancer.org 68 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223234

03-14-2007, 10:14 PM	#67
skokie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Jose Ca. Posts: 3,344	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) Oh btw ignore the grease on those valve covers. Next payday I am getting some of the black crinkle proform ones. __________________ RIP to my son Dylan. 5/17/2002 - 8/18/2018 If you want to know more about rare forms of pediatric cancer or if you want to help fund pediatric cancer research, please check out the website for the non-profit I started. https://slothforpedcancer.org 68 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223234

03-14-2007, 10:16 PM	#68
skokie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Jose Ca. Posts: 3,344	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) Ok plan for tonight is to get the core support installed and the coolant system plumbed up. Also need to put the starter back on and get the tilt column installed. Hoping I can get all that done tonight after the kiddies are in bed. __________________ RIP to my son Dylan. 5/17/2002 - 8/18/2018 If you want to know more about rare forms of pediatric cancer or if you want to help fund pediatric cancer research, please check out the website for the non-profit I started. https://slothforpedcancer.org 68 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223234



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03-14-2007, 11:43 PM	#69
skokie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Jose Ca. Posts: 3,344	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) Ok the torque converter is now bolted to the flexplate. Little bit of threadlocker blue and 35 ft lbs of torque. Now its time to get the starter back on. __________________ RIP to my son Dylan. 5/17/2002 - 8/18/2018 If you want to know more about rare forms of pediatric cancer or if you want to help fund pediatric cancer research, please check out the website for the non-profit I started. https://slothforpedcancer.org 68 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223234

03-17-2007, 06:48 PM	#70
skokie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Jose Ca. Posts: 3,344	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) Well its 70 degrees out and guess what I am doing. LOL Well I got the master cylinder painted and mounted to the booster. I just took off the power brake pedal rod that goes from the booster to the brake pedal and gave it a nice coat of gloss black. I have already installed my new brake line for the one I snapped. Inline tube has some good quality stuff. I got both lines but I only need one so the other will go into storage until needed. Back to work I go. __________________ RIP to my son Dylan. 5/17/2002 - 8/18/2018 If you want to know more about rare forms of pediatric cancer or if you want to help fund pediatric cancer research, please check out the website for the non-profit I started. https://slothforpedcancer.org 68 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223234

03-17-2007, 08:30 PM	#71
WinDancer The Original HotRod KnifeMaker Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Tenino, Washington Posts: 811	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) Great work! Seems like everything you touch needs a detour for more clean/paint- it is worth it! Keep the work and the pics coming! Do I see a radiator bottle on the left and a windshield bottle on the right? Just picked those up so wondering about the factory locations... Good job! __________________ Dave 69 GMC SWB 2WD 454 Turbo 400

03-18-2007, 01:27 AM	#72
skokie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Jose Ca. Posts: 3,344	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) Ok got the booster/master cylinder installed. Hooked up the prop valve as well. Put on the new line that I got from inline tube. Now I got some bending to do to get the lines back where they are supposed to be. I slapped them with the engine by mistake. Here are the pics. __________________ RIP to my son Dylan. 5/17/2002 - 8/18/2018 If you want to know more about rare forms of pediatric cancer or if you want to help fund pediatric cancer research, please check out the website for the non-profit I started. https://slothforpedcancer.org 68 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223234

03-18-2007, 07:07 AM	#73
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 13,459	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) A fresh orange engine sure looks good down in these trucks don't they. I think I wish I had painted mine orange now. Paint is easier and cheaper compared to billet and chrome. Looks good. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver primer is finer 91 Chevy sportside, Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

03-18-2007, 12:58 PM	#74
skokie Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: San Jose Ca. Posts: 3,344	Re: 68 build thread. It has begun :) But it got dirty in the install process See all of those dirty hand marks hahahaha __________________ RIP to my son Dylan. 5/17/2002 - 8/18/2018 If you want to know more about rare forms of pediatric cancer or if you want to help fund pediatric cancer research, please check out the website for the non-profit I started. https://slothforpedcancer.org 68 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=223234

03-18-2007, 04:12 PM	#75
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