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BugzC10 · 02-25-2013, 09:11 PM

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Decided to save myself time and probably money going with a cleaner truck to start with...it had a frame off restoration within the last 10 years. I think I got a great deal on it at $9,900. I cant touch anything in that condition down here in South Florida for that price. Everything that is available down here is a rust bucket! Still has a freshly rebuilt straight 6 and 3 on the tree. That motor/tranny wont be in there much longer though.

You definitely scored....I think I paid more than I should, just south of Daytona Beach.....but once I get a chubby for something it's going to be mine..

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jblaust · 02-25-2013, 09:12 PM

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You definitely scored....I think I paid more than I should, just south of Daytona Beach.....but once I get a chubby for something it's going to be mine..

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LOL....well thats exactly what happened to me! Wife is pissed but getting over it. As long as the truck makes it here as represented online I think I will be ok.

dgwill · 02-25-2013, 09:15 PM

you need to find someone that can set it up for you if you have not done one, clearances are very important if not set propley you will burn out the rear end

jblaust · 02-25-2013, 09:17 PM

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you need to find someone that can set it up for you if you have not done one, clearances are very important if not set propley you will burn out the rear end

I def wouldnt do it myself....I would take it to a speciality shop for sure to upgrade the gearing or just swap in a different rear end. I read about people putting in s10 rear ends and camaro rear ends.

dgwill · 02-25-2013, 09:23 PM

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You definitely scored....I think I paid more than I should, just south of Daytona Beach.....but once I get a chubby for something it's going to be mine..

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My Wife still not talking to me after 32 year of being married, I really dont need to hear anything else, life is good

jblaust · 02-25-2013, 09:42 PM

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My Wife still not talking to me after 32 year of being married, I really dont need to hear anything else, life is good

LMAFO.......I know what you mean 20 years here next month....i told her this was my birthday/anniversary present to myself

jblaust · 02-25-2013, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by BugzC10

Sid...here's the before and after of my bed. I don't think it cam out to bad for a first timer. Bed wood and SS hardware from MAR-K? Really not that difficult.

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I love the color of that stained wood...

Sid138 · 02-26-2013, 12:21 AM

Oh yeah! I mos def Love the stain on that bed,...and thanks so much (dg and bugz) for all the advice and pics!! I could most likely go with steel/painted bed strips, and cheap wood and have it done in a couple weeks, but now after seeing these works of ART, I'm thinking seriously about buying up quality pieces here and there and taking my time on it. Patience, however is NOT my strongest quality..lol

I'd Love to be able to do all the work myself, but again, and to my advantage, I do have a few friends that are more than willing to help out with some of the work in which I'd be lost without,...not to mention you guys, with the advice and input. Thanks again!!!

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Originally Posted by BugzC10

Thanks Will....I'm torn between the 15" wheel look and the 18"/20" wheel look.
I still think that touch of red hidden behind the beauty rims and caps would look good.

Bugz, If you to decide to go with the 18"/20" wheel look, PLEASE contact me about your current rims if they are 5 lug and aren't already spoken for.

BugzC10 · 02-26-2013, 08:41 AM

Bugz, If you to decide to go with the 18"/20" wheel look, PLEASE contact me about your current rims if they are 5 lug and aren't already spoken for.

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Will do....the wheels are 15x10 Centerline Tomahawks 5x5 with 4" back spacing.
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68Stepbed · 02-26-2013, 02:57 PM

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is that a 4.11 rear end that comes stock in the 68 with the inline 6? How difficult/expensive is it to change the gearing for a v8 ls motor?

Thanks for your input

It should be 3.73 with the 3OTT. Either way, there will be no need to change the gear if you go with an LS/elec OD trans.

jblaust · 02-26-2013, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by 68Stepbed

It should be 3.73 with the 3OTT. Either way, there will be no need to change the gear if you go with an LS/elec OD trans.

That is exactly what I wanted to hear! Thanks for the info!

dgwill · 02-26-2013, 08:06 PM

wheels painted red

dgwill · 02-26-2013, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by jblaust

I love the color of that stained wood...

Bugz love the color what is the stain.

Sid138 · 02-26-2013, 08:13 PM

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wheels painted red

Ok, I stand corrected dg,...that looks great man!

Sid138 · 02-26-2013, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by BugzC10

Bugz, If you to decide to go with the 18"/20" wheel look, PLEASE contact me about your current rims if they are 5 lug and aren't already spoken for.

Will do....the wheels are 15x10 Centerline Tomahawks 5x5 with 4" back spacing.
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Awesome,..thanks Bugz. Hit me up in the in box?

BugzC10 · 02-26-2013, 08:21 PM

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wheels painted red

Hell yes!!! That's what I'm talkin about...

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dgwill · 02-26-2013, 08:21 PM

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Ok, I stand corrected dg,...that looks great man!

Thanks I have to agree I'm going to try Black this weekend. did you need bumpers for your Truck?

BugzC10 · 02-26-2013, 08:23 PM

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Bugz love the color what is the stain.

Thanks to you and Sid for the complement....appreciate it!
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dgwill · 02-26-2013, 08:26 PM

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Hell yes!!! That's what I'm talkin about...

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Thanks you were correct I still want to see Black but i do not believe it will pop like the Red

dgwill · 02-26-2013, 08:34 PM

Hey finished the machine work today for the Hub cap adaptures for the 15" 6 lug rally wheel. I will be offering them for sale shortly

teeitup · 02-26-2013, 08:37 PM

Here is mine I rebuilt it 15 years ago, I need to get it out more, I haven't drove it in a year

jblaust · 02-26-2013, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by dgwill

wheels painted red

I like the red! Looks sharp!

BugzC10 · 02-26-2013, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by teeitup

Here is mine I rebuilt it 15 years ago, I need to get it out more, I haven't drove it in a year

Very nice..can I have it?

Do you have a right side mirror that is actually usable?

dgwill · 02-26-2013, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by teeitup

Here is mine I rebuilt it 15 years ago, I need to get it out more, I haven't drove it in a year

very nice

dgwill · 02-26-2013, 10:06 PM

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I like the red! Looks sharp!

thank you did you get your truck shipped?

02-25-2013, 09:15 PM	#203
dgwill Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: FairLawn, Ohio Posts: 75	Re: pictures of shortbox stepsides you need to find someone that can set it up for you if you have not done one, clearances are very important if not set propley you will burn out the rear end

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BugzC10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Rose Hill Kansas Posts: 1,351	Re: pictures of shortbox stepsides Bugz, If you to decide to go with the 18"/20" wheel look, PLEASE contact me about your current rims if they are 5 lug and aren't already spoken for. [/QUOTE] Will do....the wheels are 15x10 Centerline Tomahawks 5x5 with 4" back spacing. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1970 C10 Short Stepper with 71/72 front clip. Last edited by BugzC10; 02-26-2013 at 08:54 AM. Reason: Edit

02-26-2013, 08:06 PM	#212
dgwill Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: FairLawn, Ohio Posts: 75	Re: pictures of shortbox stepsides wheels painted red Attached Images

02-26-2013, 08:34 PM	#220
dgwill Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: FairLawn, Ohio Posts: 75	Re: pictures of shortbox stepsides Hey finished the machine work today for the Hub cap adaptures for the 15" 6 lug rally wheel. I will be offering them for sale shortly Attached Images

02-26-2013, 08:37 PM	#221
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,396	Re: pictures of shortbox stepsides Here is mine I rebuilt it 15 years ago, I need to get it out more, I haven't drove it in a year Attached Images __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"



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