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**FRENCHBLUE72** · 03-03-2012, 04:44 PM

A clear cap would be neat or not?

longbed67 · 03-03-2012, 04:48 PM

I had the 250 already from the truck as it was the original motor to the vehicle. I am still a full time graduate DPT student with a limited budget as school is hitting me up for just over $30,000.00 per year in tuition. And I am trying to keep my build to right around the 5-6 grand total build cost. Once I buy paint It will be really close to that. The 292 is a stronger engine over all and would make more power. However, I will make plenty of power with the 250 and get a little better fuel economy.

longbed67 · 03-03-2012, 04:52 PM

A clear cap would be SWEET! but where the heck would I get one???

hgs_notes · 03-03-2012, 06:30 PM

Summit has them. I'm sure others do also. Check out ebay also. I think black would look good too.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/DUI-240003BL/

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 03-03-2012, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by longbed67

A clear cap would be SWEET! but where the heck would I get one???

Looks like summit racing...

CParnell · 03-03-2012, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by longbed67

Well I got back from the Chicago auto show and well I fell in love with this color the moment i seen it. It is an upgrade color option for the 2012 Porsche 911 Carrera S. The pic really doesn't do justice for how much depth and pop the color has. On top of it the cost is the same price as the other paint I was looking at which is $680 per gallon. All copyright goes to Porsche on this photo just want to give them credit for it.

I love that colour too. I think I'm going to paint my Olds in that.

**67cheby** · 03-03-2012, 08:09 PM

Wow
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slick copper · 03-04-2012, 04:37 AM

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Originally Posted by longbed67

Heres some more.... I am not sure I am a big fan of this Red HEI I think it looks a little tacky.... I am thinking about painting it.

Yup, looks better on mine!

Black, Blue, maybe the clear would give better contrast.

longbed67 · 03-04-2012, 06:38 PM

I might just repaint it the color of the truck....

longbed67 · 03-06-2012, 09:14 PM

Well the guys down at American Powertrain in Cookeville, TN hooked me up with a sweet deal on this Stage II Mean Street Clutch! Rated for 650 ft lbs of torque! Cant wait to see how she performs.

longbed67 · 03-08-2012, 01:17 AM

Well as it turns out the measurements I gave them didnt mesh with the clutch they gave me.... so they are sending me a new clutch with an even more aggressive pressure plate in a 10.5" clutch instead of the 11" that they thought would fit....

On a good note... The shop got cleaned!!!!!! So much easier to work in. Got the rear brakes wrapped up tonight and got a bunch of stuff painted for the engine.

slick copper · 03-08-2012, 05:57 AM

Yup always better when things are clean and organized.

Wanted to ask for some more pics/info on the color of your truck. In the pics it looks the same as mine. You said Vermillion Metallic? Do you or anyone else know if it was available in 67? My wife thought I was looking at pics of my truck! Anything you or any of you other 67-72 gurus on here could tell me about it'd be a lot of help.

hgs_notes · 03-08-2012, 09:57 AM

Looks like paint code 515
http://www.tcpglobal.com/autocolorli...truck-pg01.jpg

longbed67 · 03-08-2012, 01:55 PM

Raymond... of course it was available in '67 both of our trucks are of the 1967 year.... and are the Vermillion Metallic color and hgs_notes is correct on the paint code it is a 515..

Here is the window sticker if that might help you any.

kikkegek · 03-08-2012, 03:22 PM

what a cool build! subscribed!

slick copper · 03-09-2012, 07:27 AM

Thanks guys on the paint color and code. Now back to the awesome build! Oh, and we need pics!!

longbed67 · 03-10-2012, 04:28 PM

As you request Raymond... some more pics... I am hoping to shoot a video of the air suspension this afternoon. Thats if the hard line cooperate. I have the rear all plumbed and everything works there now just for the front! My sister caught me by surprise on the first shot and she thought I should post it. Right now the engine is just mocked up to make sure everything is going to line up and looks like I will have to do some minor shaving and trimming....

68GMCCustom · 03-10-2012, 07:14 PM

Cool...and different!

1972RedNeck · 03-10-2012, 11:02 PM

Subscribed

slick copper · 03-11-2012, 03:01 AM

All I can say is WOW!!!!!! The turbo/intake/manifold setup is bigger than the engine!!! Looks awesome though man! So when you coming over to do mine?!

longbed67 · 03-11-2012, 05:31 PM

Yeah the setup bolted to the head is quite the weight... nearly as much as the shortblock.... but either way this motor should boot scoot and boogy once the truck is ready for her. I am so close to finishing the air ride... only two more lines to bed about 10" each, two holes to drill, and 8 flare fittings to tighten....

**Palf70Step** · 03-11-2012, 06:01 PM

I am sooooo liking this build!

longbed67 · 03-11-2012, 07:35 PM

Well I dont know how many of you seen the bed that ortegamotor posted up for sale but I ended up buying it to save a bunch of time on the body work end of it... heres a few photos... I am just waiting for it to get shipped here!!!! Super excited... Yet looks like another change in color for the truck... Turns out it is 2002-03 Corvette Electron Blue Metallic. I am not to keen on it having the openings for the side markers but then again my '67 had them come from the factory that way.... i guess i can always take a 71-72 side marker and poor man french them in by setting them behind the mounting tab.... any thoughts????

**67cheby** · 03-11-2012, 07:55 PM

Good call that was a great buy
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longbed67 · 03-11-2012, 08:01 PM

I Know! Right! Now I just have to figure out what I am going to do about the side markers...

03-03-2012, 04:44 PM	#151
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03-03-2012, 04:48 PM	#152
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Project: Turbo 250 I had the 250 already from the truck as it was the original motor to the vehicle. I am still a full time graduate DPT student with a limited budget as school is hitting me up for just over $30,000.00 per year in tuition. And I am trying to keep my build to right around the 5-6 grand total build cost. Once I buy paint It will be really close to that. The 292 is a stronger engine over all and would make more power. However, I will make plenty of power with the 250 and get a little better fuel economy. __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

03-03-2012, 04:52 PM	#153
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Project: Turbo 250 A clear cap would be SWEET! but where the heck would I get one??? __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

03-03-2012, 06:30 PM	#154
hgs_notes GEARHEAD Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: MN Posts: 6,125	Re: Project: Turbo 250 Summit has them. I'm sure others do also. Check out ebay also. I think black would look good too. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/DUI-240003BL/ __________________ If no one knows what you're doing, they can't tell you you're doing it wrong HG's Dream Car Build - Shelby Cobra Kit Build your own adjustable track bar 71 Long Fleet C/10 72 Jimmy 4x4 (Junkyard Jimmy) HG's Plow Truck '78 K35 Dually Bigass Farm Truck HG's thread of miscellaneous stuff

03-03-2012, 08:09 PM	#157
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project: Turbo 250 Wow Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

03-04-2012, 06:38 PM	#159
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Project: Turbo 250 I might just repaint it the color of the truck.... __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

03-06-2012, 09:14 PM	#160
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Project: Turbo 250 Well the guys down at American Powertrain in Cookeville, TN hooked me up with a sweet deal on this Stage II Mean Street Clutch! Rated for 650 ft lbs of torque! Cant wait to see how she performs. Attached Images __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

03-08-2012, 01:17 AM	#161
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Project: Turbo 250 Well as it turns out the measurements I gave them didnt mesh with the clutch they gave me.... so they are sending me a new clutch with an even more aggressive pressure plate in a 10.5" clutch instead of the 11" that they thought would fit.... On a good note... The shop got cleaned!!!!!! So much easier to work in. Got the rear brakes wrapped up tonight and got a bunch of stuff painted for the engine. __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

03-08-2012, 05:57 AM	#162
slick copper Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, KY Posts: 1,137	Re: Project: Turbo 250 Yup always better when things are clean and organized. Wanted to ask for some more pics/info on the color of your truck. In the pics it looks the same as mine. You said Vermillion Metallic? Do you or anyone else know if it was available in 67? My wife thought I was looking at pics of my truck! Anything you or any of you other 67-72 gurus on here could tell me about it'd be a lot of help. __________________ Raymond 1967 Chevy C/10 LWB Custom Optioned "big window truck" AKA Copper. My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=452594 The story of how I got the truck:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=450939 Ole Smokey Build Thread 2002 Silverado 8.1L Crew Cab SOLDhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=618402

03-08-2012, 09:57 AM	#163
hgs_notes GEARHEAD Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: MN Posts: 6,125	Re: Project: Turbo 250 Looks like paint code 515 http://www.tcpglobal.com/autocolorli...truck-pg01.jpg __________________ If no one knows what you're doing, they can't tell you you're doing it wrong HG's Dream Car Build - Shelby Cobra Kit Build your own adjustable track bar 71 Long Fleet C/10 72 Jimmy 4x4 (Junkyard Jimmy) HG's Plow Truck '78 K35 Dually Bigass Farm Truck HG's thread of miscellaneous stuff

03-08-2012, 01:55 PM	#164
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Project: Turbo 250 Raymond... of course it was available in '67 both of our trucks are of the 1967 year.... and are the Vermillion Metallic color and hgs_notes is correct on the paint code it is a 515.. Here is the window sticker if that might help you any. Attached Images __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

03-08-2012, 03:22 PM	#165
kikkegek Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Netherlands, The Hague Posts: 1,518	Re: Project: Turbo 250 what a cool build! subscribed! __________________ My dreamride / project:1977 GMC C15 Suburban In storage: Monster - 1974 GMC Suburban 25hundred Sold : Chevrolet Suburban K20 Silverado 1986 Guide: real HID projectors for 4x6 headlights link: DIY LED TAILLIGHTS

03-09-2012, 07:27 AM	#166
slick copper Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, KY Posts: 1,137	Re: Project: Turbo 250 Thanks guys on the paint color and code. Now back to the awesome build! Oh, and we need pics!! __________________ Raymond 1967 Chevy C/10 LWB Custom Optioned "big window truck" AKA Copper. My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=452594 The story of how I got the truck:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=450939 Ole Smokey Build Thread 2002 Silverado 8.1L Crew Cab SOLDhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=618402

03-10-2012, 04:28 PM	#167
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Project: Turbo 250 As you request Raymond... some more pics... I am hoping to shoot a video of the air suspension this afternoon. Thats if the hard line cooperate. I have the rear all plumbed and everything works there now just for the front! My sister caught me by surprise on the first shot and she thought I should post it. Right now the engine is just mocked up to make sure everything is going to line up and looks like I will have to do some minor shaving and trimming.... Attached Images __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

03-10-2012, 07:14 PM	#168
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03-11-2012, 03:01 AM	#170
slick copper Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Richmond, KY Posts: 1,137	Re: Project: Turbo 250 All I can say is WOW!!!!!! The turbo/intake/manifold setup is bigger than the engine!!! Looks awesome though man! So when you coming over to do mine?! __________________ Raymond 1967 Chevy C/10 LWB Custom Optioned "big window truck" AKA Copper. My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=452594 The story of how I got the truck:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=450939 Ole Smokey Build Thread 2002 Silverado 8.1L Crew Cab SOLDhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=618402

03-11-2012, 05:31 PM	#171
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Project: Turbo 250 Yeah the setup bolted to the head is quite the weight... nearly as much as the shortblock.... but either way this motor should boot scoot and boogy once the truck is ready for her. I am so close to finishing the air ride... only two more lines to bed about 10" each, two holes to drill, and 8 flare fittings to tighten.... __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

03-11-2012, 06:01 PM	#172
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,082	Re: Project: Turbo 250 I am sooooo liking this build! __________________ 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!

03-11-2012, 07:35 PM	#173
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Project: Turbo 250 Well I dont know how many of you seen the bed that ortegamotor posted up for sale but I ended up buying it to save a bunch of time on the body work end of it... heres a few photos... I am just waiting for it to get shipped here!!!! Super excited... Yet looks like another change in color for the truck... Turns out it is 2002-03 Corvette Electron Blue Metallic. I am not to keen on it having the openings for the side markers but then again my '67 had them come from the factory that way.... i guess i can always take a 71-72 side marker and poor man french them in by setting them behind the mounting tab.... any thoughts???? Attached Images __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

03-11-2012, 07:55 PM	#174
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project: Turbo 250 Good call that was a great buy Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

03-11-2012, 08:01 PM	#175
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: Project: Turbo 250 I Know! Right! Now I just have to figure out what I am going to do about the side markers... __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

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