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msgross · 06-11-2007, 10:54 AM

thanks guys, and no is the answer VT. I would have never imagined doing this to a truck last year when I bought it. My mechanical skills and motivation are slightly better than the average Joe but this is pretty extreme by some people's measure. I can't cover up rust though!

Did you see your old hitch in post #57? looks like new now and getting ready to bolt in now...

If I had it to do over I would would buy a good Daily driver (like Special-K's K-20 for sale) and fix things as needed..... I consider this the easy part, the body work will suck for sure!

estig70 · 06-11-2007, 02:16 PM

great thread msgross, reading yours and 69k10stepside just inspires me to keep working on mine (when time, money, and wife permit) bed is off at this time and started cleaning up rear section of frame. keep up the good work!!!

Eric

vtblazer · 06-11-2007, 04:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by msgross

I consider this the easy part, the body work will suck for sure!

We specialize in old chevy trucks in our body shop.

Bring it up, we'll take good care of it for ya.

msgross · 06-12-2007, 01:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vtblazer

We specialize in old chevy trucks in our body shop.

Bring it up, we'll take good care of it for ya.

wish I could...dount the budget could handle that though!

68K20 · 06-12-2007, 01:39 AM

Wow, the frame looks awesome. I am afraid of tearing into my truck, it was "restored" by a guy in SD a few years back, and so far I have more than a few questionable things (engine is seriously screwy ('79 block mismatched heads) hidden body rust, tons 'o putty)

At least the rust won't get any worse here in southern AZ

msgross · 06-11-2007, 02:41 PM

thanks Eric... I know what you say about the wife part!

msgross · 06-15-2007, 01:54 AM

so I picked up my $75 in seals and bearings from napa the other day. The Junkyard 12 bolt posi was leaking oil out the pinion like a New Orleans levee....

The corp 10 front axle had crusty needle bearings and bad seals too....

Also a pic of the read add-a-leaf installed. Added 1.5" to the leaf pac before installation.

New rea wheel studs where in order since I could only get 6 turns on the lugs with the MT's installed. These are 1/4 longer. Whats the best way to install? press, or just tighten down a lug nut to pull it tight?

GREASEMONKEY72 · 06-15-2007, 01:58 AM

some good progress

68K20 · 06-16-2007, 04:21 PM

I have installed the studs both ways, but the using of the lug nut is the easiest but YMMV.

Quote:

Originally Posted by msgross

New rea wheel studs where in order since I could only get 6 turns on the lugs with the MT's installed. These are 1/4 longer. Whats the best way to install? press, or just tighten down a lug nut to pull it tight?

msgross · 06-15-2007, 01:58 AM

Here's another job that's a PITA! The axle shaft u-joints were pretty stiff so for $15 each side I picked up some HD u-joints.... After a little elbow grease and a spray paint I think that they are in business now....

GREASEMONKEY72 · 06-15-2007, 01:59 AM

looks good, paint does wonders

msgross · 06-15-2007, 02:00 AM

Hopefully the axles will be wraped up by this weekdend then the drivetrain can be cleaned up and installed by the end of the month....

msgross · 06-16-2007, 05:07 PM

I did it that way today... I actually placed a lrger nut onto the stud (acted as a spacer) and then and old lugnut was driven on with an impact wrench...

Changed rear axle bearings and spindle bearings today... thank goodness for Auto Zone's tool rental program!

RACINJASON22 · 06-16-2007, 05:09 PM

Mike,

I have had good luck installing wheel studs using a open stock wheel nut reversed (flat surface in & no wheel ofcourse) and hitting them with an impact wrench.

Just make sure the naruled portion of the stud will not come all the way threw the axle flange before you use this method, if it will place a couple washers over the stud first.

Keep up the GR8 work

RJ22...

RACINJASON22 · 06-16-2007, 05:10 PM

I can not believe you just posted that

see GR8 minds do think alike.

Look at the times you posted while I was typing

RJ22...

msgross · 06-16-2007, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RACINJASON22

I can not believe you just posted that

see GR8 minds do think alike.

Look at the times you posted while I was typing

RJ22...

68MoneyPit · 06-16-2007, 05:38 PM

where did you get the name for your build thread? Sincerely 68MoneyPit

msgross · 06-16-2007, 06:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68MoneyPit

where did you get the name for your build thread? Sincerely 68MoneyPit

my lawyers will be contacting you!

blaznhot_23 · 06-16-2007, 06:06 PM

keep the pics coming...nice work btw!!!

msgross · 06-16-2007, 06:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by blaznhot_23

keep the pics coming...nice work btw!!!

wilco, lots of small work on the axles this week so not many pics to add. Should start picking up next week with some drivetrain cleanup and installation.

thanks for the words...

68MoneyPit · 06-17-2007, 01:24 PM

I am working on the same truck. 68 Short Wide. Going to a 2/4 drop,tbi 350, 700r4, shaved drip rails on cab, wood bed, and an empty bank account.

msgross · 06-18-2007, 11:35 PM

Alrighty, I finally got all my bearings and seals needed for the axles. Installed the rest of them tonight and am happy to see two axles installed again. I still need to weld the spring plates onto the axle once I get the engine, tranny and TC installed to set the pinion angle. Looks like the rear was raised about 1.5 - 2" from the add-a-leaf. The rear feels like a 3/4 ton now too since the spring pack is soooooo stiff. Who cares about ride quality, it's a 4x4!

msgross · 06-18-2007, 11:40 PM

Also got to finish up the front axle after NAPA came through with a bearing kit (#brgbk1). Since my 76 dana that I bought had good hub bearings I decided to keep them and just repack (WHAT A MESS!). The 76 donated the spindles, hubs, rotors and backing plates to the project. They mated nicely with the 82 corp 10 axle and shafts....

I didn't put the brake calipers on yet due to time but I had to get some wheels on her again.... So nice to see it out from jackstands!

Now it's time to clean up the engine, tranny and TC to set it in the frame. Once I set the rear pinion then get it welded up and moved home to my garage before July.... wish me luck

1969k10stepside · 06-18-2007, 11:49 PM

Its about time you get it back on its wheels and tires,lol....just dont strip the lugnuts this time!

RACINJASON22 · 06-18-2007, 11:56 PM

Lookin good as always, Mike

Looks like you are gonna make it. And yes I do wish you luck on making that deadline you have to keep the wife happy or you won't be happy either.

BTW are you and Dustin in a race

you guys are neck & neck but I think he may be ahead by an engine.

RJ22...

06-11-2007, 10:54 AM	#1
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! thanks guys, and no is the answer VT. I would have never imagined doing this to a truck last year when I bought it. My mechanical skills and motivation are slightly better than the average Joe but this is pretty extreme by some people's measure. I can't cover up rust though! Did you see your old hitch in post #57? looks like new now and getting ready to bolt in now... If I had it to do over I would would buy a good Daily driver (like Special-K's K-20 for sale) and fix things as needed..... I consider this the easy part, the body work will suck for sure! __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

06-11-2007, 02:16 PM	#2
estig70 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Mt. Sterling, Ky. Posts: 205	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! great thread msgross, reading yours and 69k10stepside just inspires me to keep working on mine (when time, money, and wife permit) bed is off at this time and started cleaning up rear section of frame. keep up the good work!!! Eric

06-11-2007, 02:41 PM	#6
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! thanks Eric... I know what you say about the wife part! __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

06-15-2007, 01:54 AM	#7
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! so I picked up my $75 in seals and bearings from napa the other day. The Junkyard 12 bolt posi was leaking oil out the pinion like a New Orleans levee.... The corp 10 front axle had crusty needle bearings and bad seals too.... Also a pic of the read add-a-leaf installed. Added 1.5" to the leaf pac before installation. New rea wheel studs where in order since I could only get 6 turns on the lugs with the MT's installed. These are 1/4 longer. Whats the best way to install? press, or just tighten down a lug nut to pull it tight? Attached Images __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 06-15-2007 at 01:56 AM.

06-15-2007, 01:58 AM	#8
GREASEMONKEY72 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bakersfield,CA Posts: 7,893	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! some good progress __________________ -steven Alte Seele S.S. "Allison" '72 C/10 LWB 350SB/TH350 - DD PITBULL IS NOT A CRIME

06-12-2007, 01:39 AM	#5
68K20 Noobie McNoobster Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: SoAZ Posts: 68	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Wow, the frame looks awesome. I am afraid of tearing into my truck, it was "restored" by a guy in SD a few years back, and so far I have more than a few questionable things (engine is seriously screwy ('79 block mismatched heads) hidden body rust, tons 'o putty) At least the rust won't get any worse here in southern AZ __________________ The Stable: 1968 Chevy K20 w/tilt, working AM/FM, AC and 350/350/205 w/Disk Brakes 1990 Chevy V2500 Suburban 2005 Kawi KLR650 1983 Honda Goldwing GL1100 Standard (Naked) 1995 Miata M Fortes Fortuna adiuvat Last edited by 68K20; 06-12-2007 at 01:40 AM.

06-15-2007, 01:59 AM	#11
GREASEMONKEY72 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bakersfield,CA Posts: 7,893	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! looks good, paint does wonders __________________ -steven Alte Seele S.S. "Allison" '72 C/10 LWB 350SB/TH350 - DD PITBULL IS NOT A CRIME

06-15-2007, 02:00 AM	#12
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Hopefully the axles will be wraped up by this weekdend then the drivetrain can be cleaned up and installed by the end of the month.... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

06-16-2007, 05:07 PM	#13
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I did it that way today... I actually placed a lrger nut onto the stud (acted as a spacer) and then and old lugnut was driven on with an impact wrench... Changed rear axle bearings and spindle bearings today... thank goodness for Auto Zone's tool rental program! __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

06-16-2007, 05:09 PM	#14
RACINJASON22 GEARHEAD Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CENTRAL,PA Posts: 2,284	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Mike, I have had good luck installing wheel studs using a open stock wheel nut reversed (flat surface in & no wheel ofcourse) and hitting them with an impact wrench. Just make sure the naruled portion of the stud will not come all the way threw the axle flange before you use this method, if it will place a couple washers over the stud first. Keep up the GR8 work RJ22... __________________ 72 SWB 2WD MY PROJECT 72 LWB 4X4 FUTURE PROJECT SUBSCRIBE HEREBOARD VENDORS HERE NORWOOD MEET SURVIVOR!

06-16-2007, 05:10 PM	#15
RACINJASON22 GEARHEAD Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CENTRAL,PA Posts: 2,284	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I can not believe you just posted that see GR8 minds do think alike. Look at the times you posted while I was typing RJ22... __________________ 72 SWB 2WD MY PROJECT 72 LWB 4X4 FUTURE PROJECT SUBSCRIBE HEREBOARD VENDORS HERE NORWOOD MEET SURVIVOR!

06-16-2007, 05:38 PM	#17
68MoneyPit Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Weatherford Tx. Posts: 106	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! where did you get the name for your build thread? Sincerely 68MoneyPit

06-16-2007, 06:06 PM	#19
blaznhot_23 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: 661, CA Posts: 73	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! keep the pics coming...nice work btw!!!

06-17-2007, 01:24 PM	#21
68MoneyPit Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Weatherford Tx. Posts: 106	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! I am working on the same truck. 68 Short Wide. Going to a 2/4 drop,tbi 350, 700r4, shaved drip rails on cab, wood bed, and an empty bank account.

06-18-2007, 11:35 PM	#22
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Alrighty, I finally got all my bearings and seals needed for the axles. Installed the rest of them tonight and am happy to see two axles installed again. I still need to weld the spring plates onto the axle once I get the engine, tranny and TC installed to set the pinion angle. Looks like the rear was raised about 1.5 - 2" from the add-a-leaf. The rear feels like a 3/4 ton now too since the spring pack is soooooo stiff. Who cares about ride quality, it's a 4x4! Attached Images __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"



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06-18-2007, 11:40 PM	#23
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Also got to finish up the front axle after NAPA came through with a bearing kit (#brgbk1). Since my 76 dana that I bought had good hub bearings I decided to keep them and just repack (WHAT A MESS!). The 76 donated the spindles, hubs, rotors and backing plates to the project. They mated nicely with the 82 corp 10 axle and shafts.... I didn't put the brake calipers on yet due to time but I had to get some wheels on her again.... So nice to see it out from jackstands! Now it's time to clean up the engine, tranny and TC to set it in the frame. Once I set the rear pinion then get it welded up and moved home to my garage before July.... wish me luck Attached Images __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

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1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,020	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Its about time you get it back on its wheels and tires,lol....just dont strip the lugnuts this time! Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 06-18-2007 at 11:50 PM.

06-18-2007, 11:56 PM	#25
RACINJASON22 GEARHEAD Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CENTRAL,PA Posts: 2,284	Re: 68 K-10 SWB build thread - project Money Pit...pics galore! Lookin good as always, Mike Looks like you are gonna make it. And yes I do wish you luck on making that deadline you have to keep the wife happy or you won't be happy either. BTW are you and Dustin in a race you guys are neck & neck but I think he may be ahead by an engine. RJ22... __________________ 72 SWB 2WD MY PROJECT 72 LWB 4X4 FUTURE PROJECT SUBSCRIBE HEREBOARD VENDORS HERE NORWOOD MEET SURVIVOR!

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