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**CPNE** · 09-08-2004, 10:36 AM

68 Suburban 1/2 ton 2wd, 3 row seating, 4:11 posi - Not a 50th

Was: 307 4 speed, Power drums, manual steering

Soon to be: 250 I6, 3 speed column shift (yes on the column), power drums, power steering, with 6 lug slots. The 'six" will be dressed out with correct PS pump/brackets/pulleys, oil bath air cleaner to accomodate the brake booster, and HEI.

The 250 and 3 speed manual is a 45K mile unit out of a 67.

The front end is torn down for new ball joints, tie rods, etc. It will remain 6 lug drums and lowering it will never be an option.

griesel72 · 09-08-2004, 11:20 AM

Looks good, at least there are a few boring stock guys left on here

keep us up on it
David

**CPNE** · 09-08-2004, 11:27 AM

Thanks David

Did you notice the correct Jr West Coast mirrors? It was optioned with those from the factory, yet had lost them at some point

I did upgrade the radio. It's got a vintageaftermarket AM/FM/8 track, that fits in the stock opening

dubie · 09-08-2004, 11:59 AM

Stock as a rock eh buddy!! We all know you will did it by the book to.

You're our stock resto guy Jeff. Are you going to paint it the same color as it sits now?

**CPNE** · 09-08-2004, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by dubie

Stock as a rock eh buddy!! We all know you will did it by the book to.

You're our stock resto guy Jeff. Are you going to paint it the same color as it sits now?

Actually the HEI and slots throw a wrench into that stock thing

. I do have the correct 68 dog dish caps and points system however...

Paint? Why do that? I "overrestored" one, never again. If they are in my stable they get used as trucks. I'm not creating a museum here

**Canadian694x4** · 09-08-2004, 12:24 PM

Keep the Progress Pics comin' CPNE!

Erl · 09-10-2004, 03:17 PM

I have West Coast Jr mirrors on my truck also. The top acorn nut seems too close to the drip rail on mine (almost touching). What amount of clearance do you have CPNE?
Erl

SCOTI · 09-10-2004, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by CPNE

.... I do have the correct 68 dog dish caps..... however...

I'll take those off your hands for fair compensation if you'll allow

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Joe67 · 09-10-2004, 03:48 PM

Nice truck CPNE :cool;

Looks like the mirrors no my panel

**CPNE** · 09-10-2004, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Erl

I have West Coast Jr mirrors on my truck also. The top acorn nut seems too close to the drip rail on mine (almost touching). What amount of clearance do you have CPNE?
Erl

Mine don't overlap the top of the door, so the clearance is whatever distance between door top and the drip rail is.

**CPNE** · 09-10-2004, 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

I'll take those off your hands for fair compensation if you'll allow

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Sorry, not for sale at the moment

cdowns · 09-10-2004, 04:13 PM

don't fergit the snowplow

good to see your fillin up the new garage

*dtlilly* · 09-10-2004, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by CPNE

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Was: 307 4 speed, Power drums, manual steering

Soon to be: 250 I6, 3 speed column shift (yes on the column), power drums, power steering, with 6 lug slots. The 'six" will be dressed out with correct PS pump/brackets/pulleys, oil bath air cleaner to accomodate the brake booster, and HEI...

Are you saying the truck originally came with a 6cyl with 3 speed on column and you are getting rid of someones added 307 and 4 speed?

SCOTI · 09-10-2004, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by CPNE

Sorry, not for sale at the moment

Keep me in mind if you decide otherwise or come across others in great shape.

**CPNE** · 09-10-2004, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by dtlilly

Are you saying the truck originally came with a 6cyl with 3 speed on column and you are getting rid of someones added 307 and 4 speed?

No it was a factory small block 307/4speed burb. It is being converted to a period-correct 6/3on-tree setup

**CPNE** · 09-10-2004, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by cdowns

don't fergit the snowplow

good to see your fillin up the new garage

lol

toms68cst · 09-10-2004, 05:41 PM

To be REALLY stock you'll need the smog pump! Yes?

From what I've read/understand 68 1/2 tons with manual transmission had them.

I have seen one 3-speed/250 68 truck with the factory smog pump set up on it around here.

**68 Stepside** · 09-10-2004, 07:02 PM

Glad to see you guys are starting to work on the old girl. Heck, I even like the I6 idea....

Be sure to post progess pics, and tell Brian I said "howdy"!

**john** · 09-10-2004, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by CPNE

Paint? Why do that? I "overrestored" one, never again.

Frame?

68plus4sub · 09-11-2004, 01:32 AM

Sounds boring.

Be sure to keep us updated with lots of boring pictures!!

Nothing like a good original resto....always reminds me why I fell in love with these trucks in the first place!

krue · 09-11-2004, 02:39 AM

Sounds like fun. I am thinking about snatching the 350/350 out of mine and replacing it with a 250 and 3 speed before I let my boy have it. That way I don't have to worry about him speeding all over the place!

09-08-2004, 10:36 AM	#1
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,664	Yet another boring stock project underway 68 Suburban 1/2 ton 2wd, 3 row seating, 4:11 posi - Not a 50th Was: 307 4 speed, Power drums, manual steering Soon to be: 250 I6, 3 speed column shift (yes on the column), power drums, power steering, with 6 lug slots. The 'six" will be dressed out with correct PS pump/brackets/pulleys, oil bath air cleaner to accomodate the brake booster, and HEI. The 250 and 3 speed manual is a 45K mile unit out of a 67. The front end is torn down for new ball joints, tie rods, etc. It will remain 6 lug drums and lowering it will never be an option. Attached Images __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

09-08-2004, 11:20 AM	#2
griesel72 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Howard, Kansas USA Posts: 1,997	Looks good, at least there are a few boring stock guys left on here keep us up on it David __________________ 1969 K10 Custom 10 1997 Z71 2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 2006 King Ranch 1980 Wife

09-08-2004, 11:27 AM	#3
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,664	Thanks David Did you notice the correct Jr West Coast mirrors? It was optioned with those from the factory, yet had lost them at some point I did upgrade the radio. It's got a vintageaftermarket AM/FM/8 track, that fits in the stock opening __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

09-08-2004, 11:59 AM	#4
dubie Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Flin Flon, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 8,855	Stock as a rock eh buddy!! We all know you will did it by the book to. You're our stock resto guy Jeff. Are you going to paint it the same color as it sits now? __________________ My name's Tim and I'm a truckaholic My 56 Chevy shop truck build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=562795

09-08-2004, 12:24 PM	#6
Canadian694x4 Born To Lose Club Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Calgary, Alberta/Oxenden, Ontario, Great White North Posts: 13,306	Keep the Progress Pics comin' CPNE! __________________ Brian Smith - "Born To Lose" 1969 Chevrolet K10 LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 20 Yrs - 1 of 208 Built & Sold In Canada! - 283 V8/350TH/NP208, 2" All Spring Lift, 32" Good Year MT/R's. 1972 GMC K2500 Custom LWB Fleetside - Proud Owner For 2 Yrs - 1 of 571 Built & Sold In Canada! - 350 V8/SM465/NP205, 4” Rough Country Lift, 33” Interco TSL Thornbirds 2007.5 GMC Sierra SLE 2500HD 4x4 - Proud Owner For 15 Yrs - 6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel/Allison 1000, 2" Lift, 33" Mickey Thompson MTZ's. 2008 Yamaha Raptor 700r - Proud Owner For 13 Yrs - ITP Mud Lites. 2015 John Deere 1025R - Proud Owner For 6 Yrs - 24HP Diesel/H120/54D/260B/SB1154.

09-10-2004, 03:17 PM	#7
Erl Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 555	I have West Coast Jr mirrors on my truck also. The top acorn nut seems too close to the drip rail on mine (almost touching). What amount of clearance do you have CPNE? Erl __________________ 1968 GMC 305 V6 3/4 4x4 Stepside 06 Corvette Daily Driver Dallas TX

09-10-2004, 03:48 PM	#9
Joe67 67 is sold Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Troy, Michigan Posts: 6,738	Nice truck CPNE :cool; Looks like the mirrors no my panel __________________ Joe - Formerly 67c10step ------------------------------- 1967 Chevy Stepside - ECE 4/6, fuelcell, 5lug - SOLD gr8lakes - My ebay auctions Click here to order forum apparel :: Click here to become a subscribing member

09-10-2004, 04:13 PM	#12
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	don't fergit the snowplow good to see your fillin up the new garage __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

09-10-2004, 05:41 PM	#17
toms68cst Registered User Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Bismarck, ND Posts: 4,285	To be REALLY stock you'll need the smog pump! Yes? From what I've read/understand 68 1/2 tons with manual transmission had them. I have seen one 3-speed/250 68 truck with the factory smog pump set up on it around here. __________________ Unrestored 68 C-10 CST. Original 327. 4-Speed CH465. 50k or so miles. TREASURER, Drum Brake Club.

09-10-2004, 07:02 PM	#18
68 Stepside huh? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Washington, Illinois Posts: 5,692	Glad to see you guys are starting to work on the old girl. Heck, I even like the I6 idea.... Be sure to post progess pics, and tell Brian I said "howdy"! __________________ Someday when I'm lonely, Wishing you weren't so far away, Then I will remember Things we said today. RIP El Jay

09-11-2004, 01:32 AM	#20
68plus4sub Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Portland, Oregon Posts: 210	Sounds boring. Be sure to keep us updated with lots of boring pictures!! Nothing like a good original resto....always reminds me why I fell in love with these trucks in the first place! __________________ 1972 Chevrolet Suburban ('68 front clip), 2wd, 350/350, factory tilt 2008 Kawasaki Concours 14 1997 Harley-Davidson Soft Tail Custom 1948 Chevrolet Coupe (project) 1972 Porsche 914

09-11-2004, 02:39 AM	#21
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Sounds like fun. I am thinking about snatching the 350/350 out of mine and replacing it with a 250 and 3 speed before I let my boy have it. That way I don't have to worry about him speeding all over the place! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"



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