Project 68 k10 LWB..aka "The Hulk"

[DWilbur]

you steering brace fit much better than on my truck if all you had to do is shim it.

[First c10]

I will try and take pictures of the shims and the thicknesses. I did have to run a 1/2" drill bit through the tubing on both brace pieces.

[First c10]

I got the steering brace installed and was in a hurry and forgot to take pictures. I will get some.

The steering box bolt hole shims where as follows:
1-Top column bolt no shim

2-Bottom column end 2-3/16" thick 7/16 washers( fits inside the dimpled bolt area of the frame) a 1/4" think shim.

3-Top radiator side bolt no shim

4-Bottom radiator side bolt 3-3/16"thick 7/16 washers plus 1- 1/4" thick shim (this is to align the small steering brace to the crossmember hole

5-the big brace to crossmember I drilled a 1/2" hole for a 1/2"X1-1/4" bolt. Used 2-1/4" shims.

I will get a few pictures so hopefully this will make sense.

[First c10]

This is a pictures of the steering box brace that mounts to the center of the front crossmember and its shims

[First c10]

This is the steering box side of the big brace

[First c10]

This is the small front brace. I did have to clearance the side of the tubing where it was to class to the front crossmember bolt.
Oh and I had to use 4-7/16 washers and the 1/4" shim. Earlier I said 3 washers.

[First c10]

So think I am going to build a truck without tearing the green truck apart. I have a clean title that is a k20 so I am going to the DMV to find out what needs to be done.
I got some new parts for the rearend. Rear discs, axles, posi,gears etc. so I will try to get them installed this week. Pictures to come.

[7dee2]

Is that going to result in a reconstructed title? I don't have an issue with those type of titles but it sure makes them hard to insure and dings resale big time.

[First c10]

I am not sure as I need to find out. I have the cab with the vin and frame that match.

[7dee2]

I would think as long as those match it's a restoration isn't it? Really nice work on this new frame btw!

[First c10]

I meant I have the VIN plate from the the cab that was on the frame.... just wanted to clarify.

I have a bill of sale so that will be the issue to registration in California. I have a friend that works at DMV so I am hoping she can help.

Thanks for the compliment. I am currently working on the sway bar mounts as they don't look right to me. I think there will be a problem with it binding after the weight is on the suspension. So I think I am going to get a sway bar shackle link kit. I built a drop block for the sway bar where it mounts to the frame and was not happy with the look. This kit should also help with the ride...or at least that is what the comments I have read say.

[7dee2]

Good luck with the DMV I keep putting my trip off. Need to retitle all 3 of our projects including the K30 build.

Shoot I was hoping the sway bar was going to work out the way you had it mounted on the frame rails. Watching closely as I'm sure you'll come up with something really clean looking.

[First c10]

Originally Posted by 7dee2

Shoot I was hoping the sway bar was going to work out the way you had it mounted on the frame rails. Watching closely as I'm sure you'll come up with something really clean looking.

The above bracket will help with the angle and give a little flex in the front suspension. These brackets work good if you have a lift. I had an 85 back in the day that had blocks to lower the sway arm off the frame to give a better angle and assist with binding but it was rough riding so I made a set of these brackets and the rod was so much better. So since I think it swap will have the same problem I just went and ordered the shackle kit for the sway arm. I will post pictures when installed. The frame mounts of the sway arm should look the same.

[First c10]

Well finally got a present from the boys in a brown truck. Auburn carrier with new Richmond gears and Timkin install kit.

[First c10]

I couldn't wait to dive in so I forgot to take pictures. This is after I started assembling.

[First c10]

Working on the pinion depth first. But ran out of time tonight.

[First c10]

Getting closer. Just keep running out of time. I will have it completed by. Weekend.

[First c10]

Got the ring and pinion all set and mocked up the rear disc brake set up. Just had to weld up the caliper brake line tabs and we are good to go. I got the rearend in primer.
My sons have prom and 2 trap shooting events this weekend so we will be out of town. So no work on the truck.

[First c10]

Got the rearend painted and installed. I need to get the brake lines installed and reroute a little to fit the rear disc.

[First c10]

Hey guys I need a little help. I need a few pictures of how the brake lines are run on a 72 k10? For some reason the SS kit from inline tune came with no instructions and since the frame is stripped I am not sure how it installs.

Please help??
Thanks guys.

[DWilbur]

Typically both calipers are hard line to the center of the axle and 1`flex hose up to the frame with a bracket to support the brake line on the frame.

[First c10]

Sorry I meant the front crossmember to the master cylinder That area.

[DWilbur]

Mine ran down to the left frame rail crossed over fallowing the front cross member to the right side. I don't have pictures you are ahead of me installing the break lines.

[First c10]

Originally Posted by DWilbur

Mine ran down to the left frame rail crossed over fallowing the front cross member to the right side. I don't have pictures you are ahead of me installing the break lines.

Left as the driver side? my frame has the rear hard line bracket on the passenger side. I think I am going to remove and install the bracket that came on the 91 burb frame I bought. the line I have looks to stop about where the original engine crossmember was. I thought the lines ran across the very forward crossmember (where the steering brace attaches).

As far as installing the brake lines I figured since I was doing the rearend I might as well get the line to the front of the frame.

The rear caliper hose ends have 3/8"-24 female inverted size and the brake line kit has 7/16-24.So I had to pick up the correct fittings, but since I have to cut them down and re-flare its no big deal.

[DWilbur]

I have a CD at home that should show the break lines I will look for it and post if I find the info.