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72-blazer · 02-18-2008, 10:39 AM

Hey i thinking of building up a 80 short box stepside ya know lower it, upgrade the motor but was wonderin how other people would do it (inspiration) any replies are apreciated

**old Rusty C10** · 02-18-2008, 10:56 AM

first off welcome to the board
Im not a fan of lowered trucks but im sure it would look cool enough if you did a nice paint color and maybe shaved it some and put some nice wheels on it. If you do a stepside IMHO i think its nicest if you put one of them wood bed floors in it with the chrome strips in between the slats.
These old chevys are such great trucks that you really cant ruin them no matter what ya do to em... so how about some pics of your truck?

72-blazer · 02-18-2008, 11:04 AM

well to be quite honest i like to have a plan before i buy the truck but i can give you a link and also it has a wood bed but it needs to be redone

http://edsprojectcars.com/80ctbx.jpg

http://edsprojectcars.com/80ctslftfrt.jpg

http://edsprojectcars.com/80ctslftrr.jpg

AceX · 02-18-2008, 11:27 AM

I would try and make it into a resto mod type thing.

Start by getting rid of those bars in and on the bed, then go over the body really well and lay down some killer black paint. Then redo the bed with stained oak wood and stainless steel strips.

Add some 20" billet/chrome wheels.

Lower 2" in the front and 4" out back. Bags are also an option just so long as you don't have to do a big notch and cut into the bed.

Do a little work to the motor, but nothing drastic. Intake, headers, exhaust; maybe a new manifold and carb. A simple dress-up kit will also go a long way.

For the interior, a stock resto with a moderate stereo system would do nicely.

I'd make it so I could do most everything myself and still not ahve that much money in it. Then go drive it.

I like trucks that aren't really over done. Laying frame and draggin' rockers is cool, but not for me. Keep it clean, keep it simple. I find that people tend to apreciate that sort of truck more...

Lok at N2TRUX's build thread for ideas and inspiration. Also, just say the word and I could even make a parts list for you...

Also, try this thread for some ideas: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=204533

02-18-2008, 10:39 AM	#1
72-blazer Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bowden Alberta Posts: 29	80 stepside ideas? Hey i thinking of building up a 80 short box stepside ya know lower it, upgrade the motor but was wonderin how other people would do it (inspiration) any replies are apreciated

02-18-2008, 10:56 AM	#2
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	Re: 80 stepside ideas? first off welcome to the board Im not a fan of lowered trucks but im sure it would look cool enough if you did a nice paint color and maybe shaved it some and put some nice wheels on it. If you do a stepside IMHO i think its nicest if you put one of them wood bed floors in it with the chrome strips in between the slats. These old chevys are such great trucks that you really cant ruin them no matter what ya do to em... so how about some pics of your truck? __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

02-18-2008, 11:04 AM	#3
72-blazer Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bowden Alberta Posts: 29	Re: 80 stepside ideas? well to be quite honest i like to have a plan before i buy the truck but i can give you a link and also it has a wood bed but it needs to be redone http://edsprojectcars.com/80ctbx.jpg http://edsprojectcars.com/80ctslftfrt.jpg http://edsprojectcars.com/80ctslftrr.jpg

02-18-2008, 11:27 AM	#4
AceX >130dB Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,130	Re: 80 stepside ideas? I would try and make it into a resto mod type thing. Start by getting rid of those bars in and on the bed, then go over the body really well and lay down some killer black paint. Then redo the bed with stained oak wood and stainless steel strips. Add some 20" billet/chrome wheels. Lower 2" in the front and 4" out back. Bags are also an option just so long as you don't have to do a big notch and cut into the bed. Do a little work to the motor, but nothing drastic. Intake, headers, exhaust; maybe a new manifold and carb. A simple dress-up kit will also go a long way. For the interior, a stock resto with a moderate stereo system would do nicely. I'd make it so I could do most everything myself and still not ahve that much money in it. Then go drive it. I like trucks that aren't really over done. Laying frame and draggin' rockers is cool, but not for me. Keep it clean, keep it simple. I find that people tend to apreciate that sort of truck more... Lok at N2TRUX's build thread for ideas and inspiration. Also, just say the word and I could even make a parts list for you... Also, try this thread for some ideas: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=204533 __________________ Living Life @ 130dB LED Tail Light Conversion; How-to Friend. Father. Brother. RIP El Jay ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLICK HERE and for less than $0.07 a day, you too can help support and build a better forum. Last edited by AceX; 02-18-2008 at 11:32 AM.



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