"Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

jeff1vol · 03-15-2007, 08:31 PM

than never... I guess. Remember, this truck has drums all around. Rear is on the axle housing and the front is as low as possible with drums. Notice how much the driver's side wheel sticks out when sitting on the axle.

Joe Gribben · 03-15-2007, 08:45 PM

looks good nice stance!

GREASEMONKEY72 · 03-15-2007, 08:50 PM

damn thats nice man

dan42 · 03-15-2007, 08:57 PM

Is that a 4/6?

68 P.O.S. · 03-15-2007, 08:58 PM

Nice!!

Rokcrln · 03-16-2007, 12:43 AM

Very nice ride you have their. Is that blue a stock color, if so what is it called in 68?

Kevin
LFD Inc.

1LoC10 · 03-16-2007, 12:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dan42

Is that a 4/6?

Its bagged, and those are pics "Aired Out" .......looks good man

RACINJASON22 · 03-16-2007, 12:59 AM

Can you post a pic of the slant-side tonneau opened? I'm interested in one if it opens far enough. Also same question as Rokcrln if It's a stock color what is it called. GR8 Truck!

67shortie · 03-16-2007, 03:46 AM

I really like that truck, nice job

Trey` · 03-16-2007, 09:33 AM

Very nice truck.

67ChevyRedneck · 03-16-2007, 09:36 AM

I love it. Very nice!

shifty · 03-16-2007, 09:52 AM

Very very nice! Did you notch the rear?

jeff1vol · 03-16-2007, 11:01 AM

color of the truck. The truck is bagged but there is no c-notch or drop spindles. The truck has drums all-around. It is NOT driveable as it sits in the pics.

I'm seriously contemplating going to discs up front with some drop spindles so I can have a nice DRIVEABLE stance, but I'm not sure of how much a PITA it would be. Does a disc conversion for the front need a new master cylinder? Let me know. Thanks for the kind words.

shifty · 03-16-2007, 11:06 AM

i'm going to be in the same boat as you soon enough. I was thinking about bagging the ass-end of my truck just for ****s n giggles, but I haven't gotten there. i mean, the reality is...i just need two bags and some valves, and a way to air them up...and voila, my back-end is lowered. then i can throw spindles and discs on the front. i won't be able to adjust until i buy compressors, but that's totally fine with me for a temporary solution, just riding around town.

jeff1vol · 03-16-2007, 11:16 AM

I have four schrader valves mounted on the last frame crossmember. I have a portable compressor in my garage that I use to fill the bags.

I fill them completely (without over filling) and simply, slowly release the air through the valve until I get the stance and ride I want. Remember, the less air in the bag, the "bouncier" you ride will be.

My set up is from Air-Ride Tech. and are "suppose to" lower your truck 3"F/5"R at optimum air pressure. IMO, Air-Ride's idea of 3/5 aint quite enough for my taste.

THAT is the reason I'm thinking of going with the discs and spindles up front.

jimmydean · 03-16-2007, 12:05 PM

Looks great!

Get the back half centered and you're set. You can run discs with the M/C you have now, just get a different prop valve. I got the prop valve and all the various lines/fittings for about $80.

shifty · 03-16-2007, 12:08 PM

notch that rear and do 2.5" spindles in the front. ECE and CPP both sell great disc brake swap kits where you can choose your spindle height, kills two birds w/one stone. i think they average around $650 for the disc swap kit, and it's another $100 probably for the notch (not incl. labor)

slt0066 · 03-16-2007, 12:33 PM

i bought my master cylinder for my 72 with discs from advance auto parts for like 15 bucks. non power though.

Sonny · 03-16-2007, 12:54 PM

If you have the ECE panhard bar you can adjust your rear end back to center. The best thing is to set it to your ride height and center it from there.

Sonny

shifty · 03-16-2007, 02:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slt0066

i bought my master cylinder for my 72 with discs from advance auto parts for like 15 bucks. non power though.

15 bucks? For the master cylinder, rotor, the calipers and everything? that sounds a little unbelieveable...

Mt Man Chad · 03-16-2007, 02:47 PM

Is that a original paint color, if so whats the code #?
Or who makes it!!!!

I Love the color for my next project!

RACINJASON22 · 03-16-2007, 03:01 PM

Quote:

The color is GM Dark Blue for '68. It is the original color of the truck.

No code but you should be able to find it. RJ22

jimmydean · 03-16-2007, 03:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shifty

15 bucks? For the master cylinder, rotor, the calipers and everything? that sounds a little unbelieveable...

I think he is saying $15 for the M/C because he has a '72 with discs.

jsbgump · 03-16-2007, 03:53 PM

That is a sweet looking truck

Ole Blue 68 · 03-16-2007, 04:09 PM

This is what my 68 looks like in my dreams.

03-15-2007, 08:31 PM	#1
jeff1vol Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 71	"Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later than never... I guess. Remember, this truck has drums all around. Rear is on the axle housing and the front is as low as possible with drums. Notice how much the driver's side wheel sticks out when sitting on the axle. Attached Images

03-15-2007, 08:45 PM	#2
Joe Gribben Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Wabash, Indiana Posts: 100	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later looks good nice stance!

03-15-2007, 08:50 PM	#3
GREASEMONKEY72 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bakersfield,CA Posts: 7,893	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later damn thats nice man __________________ -steven Alte Seele S.S. "Allison" '72 C/10 LWB 350SB/TH350 - DD PITBULL IS NOT A CRIME

03-15-2007, 08:57 PM	#4
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later Is that a 4/6? __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

03-15-2007, 08:58 PM	#5
68 P.O.S. Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Puyallup, WA Posts: 1,662	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later Nice!!

03-16-2007, 12:43 AM	#6
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later Very nice ride you have their. Is that blue a stock color, if so what is it called in 68? Kevin LFD Inc.

03-16-2007, 12:59 AM	#8
RACINJASON22 GEARHEAD Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CENTRAL,PA Posts: 2,284	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later Can you post a pic of the slant-side tonneau opened? I'm interested in one if it opens far enough. Also same question as Rokcrln if It's a stock color what is it called. GR8 Truck! __________________ 72 SWB 2WD MY PROJECT 72 LWB 4X4 FUTURE PROJECT SUBSCRIBE HEREBOARD VENDORS HERE NORWOOD MEET SURVIVOR!

03-16-2007, 03:46 AM	#9
67shortie Green club Join Date: May 2002 Location: Central CA Posts: 1,059	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later I really like that truck, nice job __________________ 71 short/fleet ECE 4/6 drop, LQ4/700r4/3.42 gears 70 SS396 Chevelle 427/200-4R/3.73posi 61 Lincoln Continental, black on black Son you are going to drive me to drinkin if you don't stop drivin that hot rod lincoln

03-16-2007, 09:33 AM	#10
Trey` Active Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Cooks Point,Texas Posts: 238	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later Very nice truck. __________________ '70 Chevy stepside, ECE discs & 4/6, '00 GMC ext. cab stepside, never ending project '07 GMC Crew Cab, 24's & 5/7 "We, the unwilling, led by the unquailified, have been doing the unbelievable for so long with so little, we now attempt, the impossible with nothing"

03-16-2007, 09:36 AM	#11
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later I love it. Very nice! __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

03-16-2007, 09:52 AM	#12
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later Very very nice! Did you notch the rear? __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

03-16-2007, 11:01 AM	#13
jeff1vol Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 71	The color is GM Dark Blue for '68. It is the original color of the truck. The truck is bagged but there is no c-notch or drop spindles. The truck has drums all-around. It is NOT driveable as it sits in the pics. I'm seriously contemplating going to discs up front with some drop spindles so I can have a nice DRIVEABLE stance, but I'm not sure of how much a PITA it would be. Does a disc conversion for the front need a new master cylinder? Let me know. Thanks for the kind words.

03-16-2007, 11:06 AM	#14
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later i'm going to be in the same boat as you soon enough. I was thinking about bagging the ass-end of my truck just for **s n giggles, but I haven't gotten there. i mean, the reality is...i just need two bags and some valves, and a way to air them up...and voila, my back-end is lowered. then i can throw spindles and discs on the front. i won't be able to adjust until i buy compressors, but that's totally fine with me for a temporary solution, just riding around town. __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM**! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

03-16-2007, 11:16 AM	#15
jeff1vol Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 71	I adjust my ride height often. As of now... I have four schrader valves mounted on the last frame crossmember. I have a portable compressor in my garage that I use to fill the bags. I fill them completely (without over filling) and simply, slowly release the air through the valve until I get the stance and ride I want. Remember, the less air in the bag, the "bouncier" you ride will be. My set up is from Air-Ride Tech. and are "suppose to" lower your truck 3"F/5"R at optimum air pressure. IMO, Air-Ride's idea of 3/5 aint quite enough for my taste. THAT is the reason I'm thinking of going with the discs and spindles up front.

03-16-2007, 12:05 PM	#16
jimmydean Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Beaverton, OR Posts: 3,728	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later Looks great! Get the back half centered and you're set. You can run discs with the M/C you have now, just get a different prop valve. I got the prop valve and all the various lines/fittings for about $80. __________________ New Project: 1966 LWB C20 Plans: 1/2 ton conversion Dropmember front Dropmember rear Corvette discs Restored raised bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=4295210



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

03-16-2007, 12:08 PM	#17
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later notch that rear and do 2.5" spindles in the front. ECE and CPP both sell great disc brake swap kits where you can choose your spindle height, kills two birds w/one stone. i think they average around $650 for the disc swap kit, and it's another $100 probably for the notch (not incl. labor) __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

03-16-2007, 12:33 PM	#18
slt0066 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: concord, north carolina Posts: 50	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later i bought my master cylinder for my 72 with discs from advance auto parts for like 15 bucks. non power though.

03-16-2007, 12:54 PM	#19
Sonny Active Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Centerville, GA Posts: 240	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later If you have the ECE panhard bar you can adjust your rear end back to center. The best thing is to set it to your ride height and center it from there. Sonny

03-16-2007, 02:47 PM	#21
Mt Man Chad Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Oakridge Oregon Posts: 1,865	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later Is that a original paint color, if so whats the code #? Or who makes it!!!! I Love the color for my next project! __________________ 68 CST SWB - Gold/White 50th anniversary /TH350/Buddy Buckets/3.73 Posi/dogdish caps. 68 K10 Burb - Gold/White 327/SM465/NP205/3.73 "Daa Burb" build thread

03-16-2007, 03:53 PM	#24
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later That is a sweet looking truck __________________ 68 Chevy Short Fleetside LSX Swap Under Way 3.73 posi 2.5/4 drop Frame of resto has been started 2022 Hyundai Tucson Limited 2019 Chevy Traverse Redline Edition Wifes Ride Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3483616

03-16-2007, 04:09 PM	#25
Ole Blue 68 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Philly Posts: 1,140	Re: "Aired-Out" pics of the '68. Better later This is what my 68 looks like in my dreams.

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.