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likaroc13 · 05-22-2014, 03:16 PM

Cool! Forgot about this one, so good thing I was subscribed I guess.

Such a cool patina. Looks like you took time to clean/paint a few things as well. Keep up the good work, & I'm sure it'll be much for fun to drive when you get done.

Pappyx3! · 05-22-2014, 03:38 PM

First time I've seen this thread, I'm pretty new here. Awesome truck! I like the transformation that's taking place.

mister twister · 05-23-2014, 07:33 AM

thanks guys! Has anyone here used a mid 60's mustang gas tank in these trucks?? i saw one in a 55-59 truck and it bolted right to the frame rails just about with a spacer. The 60-66 are a little wider so I will have to build a frame to mount it to. I ordered one the other night from tanks inc. I was just curious if anybody else had any luck with a similar setup??

b.sharp · 05-23-2014, 01:30 PM

I believe the frame width is not enough difference to matter. I had a rease hitch I was going to use off my '59 on my '64 and it would fit both frames. I think most all of them are 34" across the rear. I think your tank will work with the lip provided.

mister twister · 05-23-2014, 04:19 PM

Sweet yeah i'm excited to get the tank in and the bed back on

Premium72 · 05-24-2014, 12:00 PM

looking good!!

mister twister · 06-26-2014, 03:43 PM

Been back to work on the truck for the past couple weeks. got the gas tank n lines installed, brakes are all juiced up and the p. steering lines are done. Next step is to finish rewiring the engine harness my buddy started for me. If all goes well, hopefully I'll hear this thing run sometime soon!

**Palf70Step** · 06-26-2014, 06:24 PM

Glad to see the truck getting some more love. Shg was sweet before, not it will really rock!

Monte's62 · 06-26-2014, 09:31 PM

Nice

Monte's62 · 06-26-2014, 09:36 PM

Nice truck Scott. This is the first time I've seen this build and this is a really cool truck. I have a question for you. Before the new suspension on the second frame, how did you lower the truck on the original frame and did it still have the torsion rods?

Monte's62 · 06-26-2014, 09:41 PM

I also meant to ask you what is your wheel and tire size front and back? I really like the tire size and the stance. Add the patina, the new vortech, and man you have a sweet little ride. Thanks for your help.

mister twister · 06-30-2014, 11:55 AM

Thanks guys!
Monte, when it was basically all orginal i just cranked the torsion bars down cut the bump stops off and put 5" drop springs in the rear with no C-notch. Drove it like that for 3 years and no problems actually rode really nice with the torsion setup. I did take one of the two washers off the bolt for the torsion bar arm and cut the other rounded washer in half to gain more ground clearance since the arms start to hang pretty low.
also it has 205/75 on 6" rim in front and 235/75 on 8" rim in the rear 15"

Monte's62 · 06-30-2014, 04:32 PM

Thanks Scott, that sounds very creative. I haven't heard of anyone doing that before. Again, really nice truck.

mister twister · 09-15-2014, 10:36 AM

Well, I've been driving the truck for about a month now and love it. It Still looks like the same old junker on the outside but drives all together different. It's done for now although eventually i want to put a ford 9" w posi under it and a under dash A/C Heater unit. Sounds like a winter project to me! for now i want to enjoy it some before the snow blows. here's a couple pix...

mister twister · 09-15-2014, 10:37 AM

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likaroc13 · 09-15-2014, 11:08 AM

Nice job! Sounds like a good plan as well. Just enjoy it for a little bit while the weather is still good, then you can do your other mods when Winter rolls around.

LVPhotos · 09-15-2014, 12:08 PM

If you have a 12 bolt rear it Has bigger bearings than ford 9. Plus it will be a Chevy bolt pattern.

JWheeler331 · 09-15-2014, 01:10 PM

Looking nice.

mister twister · 09-15-2014, 04:56 PM

Thanks guys!

LV, Truck has a 3.73 12 bolt under it now from a 66 but i priced a posi unit for it,,, OUCH! Figured i already have a 3.50 posi 9" thats the width i need, just have to re-drill the axles..

jchav62 · 09-15-2014, 05:50 PM

Sick truck!!!

**slepysal** · 09-15-2014, 07:58 PM

so was the tank install easy ?

mister twister · 09-16-2014, 10:06 AM

Thanks,
Gas tank fits pretty good. I made a frame out of 1x1 box tube that drops out with 4 bolts just in case i ever need to get to the fuel pump or something

ebaby35 · 02-04-2016, 02:03 AM

How difficult was it putting the 86 suburban front end in?

**slepysal** · 06-29-2019, 12:34 AM

can you post a close up picture of how you mounted the frame for the tank?

05-22-2014, 03:16 PM	#51
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	Re: My 62 and intro Cool! Forgot about this one, so good thing I was subscribed I guess. Such a cool patina. Looks like you took time to clean/paint a few things as well. Keep up the good work, & I'm sure it'll be much for fun to drive when you get done. __________________ _____________________________________________ Phillip My Build threads: 1966 Chevy C-10 "Black Betty" shortbed, fleetside, BBW, 327 V8/ Powerglide (under construction) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ighlight=betty 1997 Chevy Tahoe, 2dr/2wd, mild custom (Daily driver) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601142 Pics: '66 C-10 https://flic.kr/s/aHsjHWD4h9 '97 Tahoe https://flic.kr/s/aHsjGZ7wKP '93 C-1500 https://flic.kr/s/aHskxdpdnQ '88 S-10 Blazer https://flic.kr/s/aHsjYGx4Md Previous Rides: 1993 Chevy S-10 ext. cab, 4.3L, 4/5 drop (Sold) 1993 Chevy C-1500 short/step Retro-Rod (Sold) 1988 S-10 Blazer 2dr/2wd mild custom (Sold)

05-22-2014, 03:38 PM	#52
Pappyx3! Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Stephens City, VA Posts: 326	Re: My 62 and intro First time I've seen this thread, I'm pretty new here. Awesome truck! I like the transformation that's taking place.

05-23-2014, 07:33 AM	#53
mister twister Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Akron, Ohio Posts: 44	Re: My 62 and intro thanks guys! Has anyone here used a mid 60's mustang gas tank in these trucks?? i saw one in a 55-59 truck and it bolted right to the frame rails just about with a spacer. The 60-66 are a little wider so I will have to build a frame to mount it to. I ordered one the other night from tanks inc. I was just curious if anybody else had any luck with a similar setup??

05-23-2014, 01:30 PM	#54
b.sharp Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Frankfort, Kentucky Posts: 508	Re: My 62 and intro I believe the frame width is not enough difference to matter. I had a rease hitch I was going to use off my '59 on my '64 and it would fit both frames. I think most all of them are 34" across the rear. I think your tank will work with the lip provided.

05-23-2014, 04:19 PM	#55
mister twister Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Akron, Ohio Posts: 44	Re: My 62 and intro Sweet yeah i'm excited to get the tank in and the bed back on

05-24-2014, 12:00 PM	#56
Premium72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Villa Rica Ga Posts: 889	Re: My 62 and intro looking good!! __________________ WombatFire, Art-Design-MADNESS Follow My Build and Adventures on Instagram

06-26-2014, 03:43 PM	#57
mister twister Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Akron, Ohio Posts: 44	Re: My 62 and intro Been back to work on the truck for the past couple weeks. got the gas tank n lines installed, brakes are all juiced up and the p. steering lines are done. Next step is to finish rewiring the engine harness my buddy started for me. If all goes well, hopefully I'll hear this thing run sometime soon! Attached Images

06-26-2014, 06:24 PM	#58
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	Re: My 62 and intro Glad to see the truck getting some more love. Shg was sweet before, not it will really rock! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

06-26-2014, 09:31 PM	#59
Monte's62 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Dallas Ga Posts: 308	Re: My 62 and intro Nice

06-26-2014, 09:36 PM	#60
Monte's62 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Dallas Ga Posts: 308	Re: My 62 and intro Nice truck Scott. This is the first time I've seen this build and this is a really cool truck. I have a question for you. Before the new suspension on the second frame, how did you lower the truck on the original frame and did it still have the torsion rods?

06-26-2014, 09:41 PM	#61
Monte's62 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Dallas Ga Posts: 308	Re: My 62 and intro I also meant to ask you what is your wheel and tire size front and back? I really like the tire size and the stance. Add the patina, the new vortech, and man you have a sweet little ride. Thanks for your help.

06-30-2014, 11:55 AM	#62
mister twister Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Akron, Ohio Posts: 44	Re: My 62 and intro Thanks guys! Monte, when it was basically all orginal i just cranked the torsion bars down cut the bump stops off and put 5" drop springs in the rear with no C-notch. Drove it like that for 3 years and no problems actually rode really nice with the torsion setup. I did take one of the two washers off the bolt for the torsion bar arm and cut the other rounded washer in half to gain more ground clearance since the arms start to hang pretty low. also it has 205/75 on 6" rim in front and 235/75 on 8" rim in the rear 15"

06-30-2014, 04:32 PM	#63
Monte's62 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Dallas Ga Posts: 308	Re: My 62 and intro Thanks Scott, that sounds very creative. I haven't heard of anyone doing that before. Again, really nice truck.

09-15-2014, 10:36 AM	#64
mister twister Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Akron, Ohio Posts: 44	Re: My 62 and intro Well, I've been driving the truck for about a month now and love it. It Still looks like the same old junker on the outside but drives all together different. It's done for now although eventually i want to put a ford 9" w posi under it and a under dash A/C Heater unit. Sounds like a winter project to me! for now i want to enjoy it some before the snow blows. here's a couple pix... Attached Images

09-15-2014, 10:37 AM	#65
mister twister Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Akron, Ohio Posts: 44	Re: My 62 and intro .. Attached Images



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09-15-2014, 11:08 AM	#66
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	Re: My 62 and intro Nice job! Sounds like a good plan as well. Just enjoy it for a little bit while the weather is still good, then you can do your other mods when Winter rolls around. __________________ _____________________________________________ Phillip My Build threads: 1966 Chevy C-10 "Black Betty" shortbed, fleetside, BBW, 327 V8/ Powerglide (under construction) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ighlight=betty 1997 Chevy Tahoe, 2dr/2wd, mild custom (Daily driver) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601142 Pics: '66 C-10 https://flic.kr/s/aHsjHWD4h9 '97 Tahoe https://flic.kr/s/aHsjGZ7wKP '93 C-1500 https://flic.kr/s/aHskxdpdnQ '88 S-10 Blazer https://flic.kr/s/aHsjYGx4Md Previous Rides: 1993 Chevy S-10 ext. cab, 4.3L, 4/5 drop (Sold) 1993 Chevy C-1500 short/step Retro-Rod (Sold) 1988 S-10 Blazer 2dr/2wd mild custom (Sold)

09-15-2014, 12:08 PM	#67
LVPhotos Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 1,857	Re: My 62 and intro If you have a 12 bolt rear it Has bigger bearings than ford 9. Plus it will be a Chevy bolt pattern. __________________ 1962 shortbed 408cui small block, TKO 600 5-speed, bagged Porterbuilt suspension. 18" Salt Flats http://www.cardomain.com/ride/332579...t-c-k-pick-up/ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=560081

09-15-2014, 01:10 PM	#68
JWheeler331 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Louisiana Posts: 553	Re: My 62 and intro Looking nice. __________________ Our 1965 Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...79#post6204879

09-15-2014, 04:56 PM	#69
mister twister Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Akron, Ohio Posts: 44	Re: My 62 and intro Thanks guys! LV, Truck has a 3.73 12 bolt under it now from a 66 but i priced a posi unit for it,,, OUCH! Figured i already have a 3.50 posi 9" thats the width i need, just have to re-drill the axles..

09-15-2014, 05:50 PM	#70
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: My 62 and intro Sick truck!!! __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

09-15-2014, 07:58 PM	#71
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: My 62 and intro so was the tank install easy ? __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... "

09-16-2014, 10:06 AM	#72
mister twister Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Akron, Ohio Posts: 44	Re: My 62 and intro Thanks, Gas tank fits pretty good. I made a frame out of 1x1 box tube that drops out with 4 bolts just in case i ever need to get to the fuel pump or something

02-04-2016, 02:03 AM	#73
ebaby35 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: fountain valley california Posts: 135	Re: My 62 and intro How difficult was it putting the 86 suburban front end in?

06-29-2019, 12:34 AM	#74
slepysal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Jose NOR*CAL Posts: 3,080	Re: My 62 and intro can you post a close up picture of how you mounted the frame for the tank? __________________ 1960 Apache long bed fleet L6 250 Clifford intake 2 bbl carb. Langdon cast headers with dual exhaust and bellflower tips. T-5 5 speed, power steering and power disc brakes. "Over, Around or through it... "

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