Project "What was I Thinking" 68 SWB

[Bennett68C10]

Well got some parts for my motor in today, opening up the boxes was just like christmas morning. Brodix IK180 heads, Lunati 60103 cam, Comp Roller Rockers, Comp Hardened Pushrods, Arp Head bolts and Intake bolts and Fel-pro gaskets Can't wait to get all this installed on my motor but probably won't be until I get the cab done and in primer.

[Bennett68C10]

Well i sent back all the motor parts I purchased for my truck a couple weeks ago. I talked myself into sending everything back cause I know I need a lot of parts for this restoration so the money is better spent elsewhere at this time. Plus no matter what I do to my small block I want a Big Block anyway

[Bennett68C10]

Well its a good thing I sent back all those sbc parts to Jegs. This weekend I picked up a low mile 454 bored .030 over. I got it for $880.00 Can't wait to clean it up and get it painted and in the frame.

[gringoloco]

Nice work on the mounts. 468ci should get 'er moving

[Bennett68C10]

Originally Posted by gringoloco

Nice work on the mounts. 468ci should get 'er moving

Thankyou I'm hoping I can get the big block cleaned up and painted and in my frame in the next couple of weeks. Then I can put my sbc up for sale. I'm excited I can't wait to fire it.
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[mcbassin]

Super looking parts and congrats on the big block score.

[Bennett68C10]

Originally Posted by mcbassin

Super looking parts and congrats on the big block score.

Thankyou I have been wanting a big block and the opportunity presented itself, so I didn't even hesitate. It is running about 10:1 compression with .250 dome pistons and peanut port heads. I know they are not the best heads but should be a torque monster. The cam specs are unknown as the guy couldn't remember what size it was, all he could say was big. He did however give me a brand new Comp Cams Magnum 280H to go with it incase the cam was a little to big for me.
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[Bennett68C10]

I Cleaned up and painted my Big Block yesterday. Next I will mount up my carb, distributor, spark plugs wires, starter, flexplate and water pump. Then I'll get this beast started.

[big_al_71]

Originally Posted by Bennett--G4L

Got my Coys C-5's in. Well just the fronts that is. They are 18x8 with 4.5bs Flat Black with Yokohama S-Drive 245/45/18. Will be ordering my 20x10 for the rears in a couple of weeks, still need to get my axle conversion for the rear. I love the way these wheels look. Special thanks to Big Al, i spent countless ours drooling over his beautiful truck. Sorry for the dark camera phone pics.

Thanks Bennett I dont know how I missed your build...Anyhow I am suscribed and I am praying that my truck ends up with the same stance of your 72...

great job on the 68 keep the picts coming!!!!

[Bennett68C10]

Originally Posted by big_al_71

Thanks Bennett I dont know how I missed your build...Anyhow I am suscribed and I am praying that my truck ends up with the same stance of your 72...

great job on the 68 keep the picts coming!!!!

Thanks Al, it's been a bit of a struggle at times but I keep plugging away at it. I'm hoping to have it done in the next year or so. I plan on bagging this truck eventually but probably won't be until after the truck is finished and the funds allow me to do it.

[brans72]

Mine telling me size of the transmission line holes in raditor?

[Bennett68C10]

Originally Posted by brans72

Mine telling me size of the transmission line holes in raditor?

I'm pretty sure they are 5/16"
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[67cheby]

looks great !

[Bennett68C10]

Originally Posted by 67cheby

looks great !

Thankyou
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[raull]

love them big blocks , beautiful sound , great job on the orange and black look , i have those valve covers on mine , pricy but they look awsome

[Bennett68C10]

Originally Posted by raull

love them big blocks , beautiful sound , great job on the orange and black look , i have those valve covers on mine , pricy but they look awsome

Thank you, I love big blocks too, I had to have another one. I couldn't just settle with the small block. I have loved those valve covers from the first time I saw them and finally had the chance to get them. They are the Summit brand knockoffs but you can't tell the difference from the GM. They look great.

[raull]

Had me fooled !!!!!!

[raull]

Here is a pix of mine

[Bennett68C10]

Originally Posted by raull

Here is a pix of mine

The only thing I can notice is the casting looks to be a little smoother on yours, these valve covers are awesome looking though. Wish I had your motor in my truck lol. Maybe one day
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[raull]

trust me you dont , it was one headache after another , mixing old school big block running hot motor here in humid hot south florida with new technology , but at the end yes , all worth it

[Bennett68C10]

Originally Posted by raull

trust me you dont , it was one headache after another , mixing old school big block running hot motor here in humid hot south florida with new technology , but at the end yes , all worth it

I would take the headaches to get the end result lol, besides it seems this build has been nothing but headaches at times

[Cole D.]

Nice job! I look forward to seeing more pics.

[Bennett68C10]

Originally Posted by Cole D.

Nice job! I look forward to seeing more pics.

Thankyou

[Bennett68C10]

Finished up my motor today on this crazy cold rainy/snowy day in NJ. Yes i said snow in October, way to early for this. Anyways some pics:

[Bennett68C10]

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