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pocketpool · 06-22-2008, 03:17 PM

its in a bunch of pieces right now, but this is what i have so far.

68 cab and front clip from a long bed
72 rolling swb frame (entire frame torn apart for powdercoat)
2.5" ece drop spindles
ece tranny crossmember
ece drop crossmember
cpp bolt in c-notch
ece super track bar
lmc blazer tank
lmc rockers, cab corners, cab mounts front and rear
lmc complete body mount kit

frame should be back from the sandblasters next week, bolt in the c-notch
and the crossmembers then back to powdercoat. i'm intstalling cab corners
and rockers at the moment. that's where i'm at right now. once the frame
and the suspension components have been pc'd its getting a front end
overhaul as well as a air bag setup. probably gonna leave the cab and
front end in original paint for now, then assemble the bed with new bedsides
and the floor i picked up.

i'll post some pics from work this week, this site doesn't like my laptop.

pocketpool · 06-22-2008, 03:42 PM

pics here.

http://s70.photobucket.com/albums/i114/rollinc/

72BlckButy · 06-22-2008, 07:04 PM

Looks like a great looking project! Definitely subscribing to this thread...

By the way... nice looking 4X4 and love the bikes, especially the HD.

Love the action racing shoots too!

pocketpool · 06-22-2008, 07:18 PM

thanks.

pocketpool · 06-25-2008, 12:45 PM

update: i picked up a motor so i don't have to build one now.

its a 98 5.7 vortec, only 19,000 miles,
everything included, tranny, computer, harness, injection, all accessories. $1300!!!

72BlckButy · 06-25-2008, 09:40 PM

Wow... what a steal!

pocketpool · 06-26-2008, 10:35 AM

i'm taking it to a shop afterwork that will wire up the harness for a 3 or 4 wire (can't remember) install. also he
said i need a different computer, the 98 has anti-theft and won't start or something.

abadsvt · 06-26-2008, 11:11 AM

sounds like a nice project. Now you really need to post some pics!!!!!!!

Josh

pocketpool · 06-26-2008, 11:35 AM

pretty much a pile of junk right now.

pocketpool · 06-26-2008, 11:43 AM

all i have right now, i'll snap some pics of the motor tonight.

abadsvt · 06-26-2008, 01:31 PM

I have been looking for a truck that has that kind of finish. I want a shop truck that has some patina to it. Good luck with your build and keep us posted!!

Josh

pocketpool · 06-26-2008, 02:29 PM

that's the plan, rusty shop truck. new bedsides aren't going to match though. i have a buddy with a body shop, he said he can probably figure something out. i have a door logo picked out, but i better keep it a secret for now!

72BlckButy · 06-26-2008, 07:18 PM

Yeah... you better not let the cat out of the bag.

Can't wait to see a pic on the new 5.3!

pocketpool · 06-26-2008, 10:38 PM

it gives me a error everytime i try to upload from my laptop, but my computer
at work does fine...uhh?

98 5.7 vortec. i bought it and took it straight to the shop to get the harness done. it literally came with everything.

pocketpool · 06-27-2008, 09:36 AM

here it is.

72BlckButy · 06-27-2008, 02:41 PM

Looks like a steal for $1300...

Any more info on the 3/4 wire install?

68chevy68 · 06-27-2008, 03:02 PM

I would LOVE to have all that trim. I have the bed covered, but I don't have anything for the cab.

pocketpool · 06-28-2008, 01:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Looks like a steal for $1300...

Any more info on the 3/4 wire install?

the guy that does it wasn't there, but they did one for my buddy on a
4.3 4x4 project, and he has four wires. constant, ignition, start and tach.
the guy builds rock crawlers and makes them as simple as possible, i have to
get a 96-97 ecm because of the 98 anti-theft. $350 to wire and around a
$100 for a ecm.

pocketpool · 06-28-2008, 01:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68chevy68

I would LOVE to have all that trim. I have the bed covered, but I don't have anything for the cab.

the side molding? its missing the door piece on the passenger side, its not
in the best of shape. hit me up if your around springfield sometime and you can have it. i'm not going to use it.

72BlckButy · 06-29-2008, 09:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pocketpool

the guy that does it wasn't there, but they did one for my buddy on a
4.3 4x4 project, and he has four wires. constant, ignition, start and tach.
the guy builds rock crawlers and makes them as simple as possible, i have to
get a 96-97 ecm because of the 98 anti-theft. $350 to wire and around a
$100 for a ecm.

That sounds really interesting... can't wait to see how it looks.

pocketpool · 07-09-2008, 08:56 AM

got the frame back yesterday, doing some mock up work then back to
powdercoat.

72BlckButy · 07-09-2008, 03:26 PM

Wow... that thing is clean!!!!

What did they charge to blast the frame?

pocketpool · 07-09-2008, 10:56 PM

$150 bucks. i thought it was well worth that. $250 to powdercoat. he
blasted and powder coated the radiator support, trailing arims, and
all 4 a-arms for $160.

pocketpool · 07-10-2008, 09:49 AM

powdercoat pix

pocketpool · 07-10-2008, 09:50 AM

more

06-22-2008, 03:17 PM	#1
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	southwest 68 its in a bunch of pieces right now, but this is what i have so far. 68 cab and front clip from a long bed 72 rolling swb frame (entire frame torn apart for powdercoat) 2.5" ece drop spindles ece tranny crossmember ece drop crossmember cpp bolt in c-notch ece super track bar lmc blazer tank lmc rockers, cab corners, cab mounts front and rear lmc complete body mount kit frame should be back from the sandblasters next week, bolt in the c-notch and the crossmembers then back to powdercoat. i'm intstalling cab corners and rockers at the moment. that's where i'm at right now. once the frame and the suspension components have been pc'd its getting a front end overhaul as well as a air bag setup. probably gonna leave the cab and front end in original paint for now, then assemble the bed with new bedsides and the floor i picked up. i'll post some pics from work this week, this site doesn't like my laptop.

06-22-2008, 03:42 PM	#2
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: southwest 68 pics here. http://s70.photobucket.com/albums/i114/rollinc/

06-22-2008, 07:04 PM	#3
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: southwest 68 Looks like a great looking project! Definitely subscribing to this thread... By the way... nice looking 4X4 and love the bikes, especially the HD. Love the action racing shoots too! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

06-22-2008, 07:18 PM	#4
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: southwest 68 thanks.

06-25-2008, 12:45 PM	#5
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: southwest 68 update: i picked up a motor so i don't have to build one now. its a 98 5.7 vortec, only 19,000 miles, everything included, tranny, computer, harness, injection, all accessories. $1300!!!

06-25-2008, 09:40 PM	#6
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: southwest 68 Wow... what a steal! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

06-26-2008, 10:35 AM	#7
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: southwest 68 i'm taking it to a shop afterwork that will wire up the harness for a 3 or 4 wire (can't remember) install. also he said i need a different computer, the 98 has anti-theft and won't start or something.

06-26-2008, 11:11 AM	#8
abadsvt Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Atascadero, CA Posts: 1,152	Re: southwest 68 sounds like a nice project. Now you really need to post some pics!!!!!!! Josh __________________ (Project truck) 1970 C10 under complete transformation My current build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=212871 Other project: C5 corvette swap into 70 c10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post2413517 On Hold

06-26-2008, 11:35 AM	#9
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: southwest 68 pretty much a pile of junk right now. Attached Images

06-26-2008, 11:43 AM	#10
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: southwest 68 all i have right now, i'll snap some pics of the motor tonight. Attached Images

06-26-2008, 01:31 PM	#11
abadsvt Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Atascadero, CA Posts: 1,152	Re: southwest 68 I have been looking for a truck that has that kind of finish. I want a shop truck that has some patina to it. Good luck with your build and keep us posted!! Josh __________________ (Project truck) 1970 C10 under complete transformation My current build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=212871 Other project: C5 corvette swap into 70 c10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post2413517 On Hold

06-26-2008, 02:29 PM	#12
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: southwest 68 that's the plan, rusty shop truck. new bedsides aren't going to match though. i have a buddy with a body shop, he said he can probably figure something out. i have a door logo picked out, but i better keep it a secret for now!

06-26-2008, 07:18 PM	#13
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: southwest 68 Yeah... you better not let the cat out of the bag. Can't wait to see a pic on the new 5.3! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

06-26-2008, 10:38 PM	#14
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: southwest 68 it gives me a error everytime i try to upload from my laptop, but my computer at work does fine...uhh? 98 5.7 vortec. i bought it and took it straight to the shop to get the harness done. it literally came with everything. Last edited by pocketpool; 06-27-2008 at 09:33 AM.

06-27-2008, 09:36 AM	#15
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: southwest 68 here it is. Attached Images



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06-27-2008, 02:41 PM	#16
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: southwest 68 Looks like a steal for $1300... Any more info on the 3/4 wire install? __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

06-27-2008, 03:02 PM	#17
68chevy68 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: arkansas Posts: 524	Re: southwest 68 I would LOVE to have all that trim. I have the bed covered, but I don't have anything for the cab. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=245203

07-09-2008, 08:56 AM	#21
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: southwest 68 got the frame back yesterday, doing some mock up work then back to powdercoat. Attached Images

07-09-2008, 03:26 PM	#22
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: southwest 68 Wow... that thing is clean!!!! What did they charge to blast the frame? __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

07-09-2008, 10:56 PM	#23
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: southwest 68 $150 bucks. i thought it was well worth that. $250 to powdercoat. he blasted and powder coated the radiator support, trailing arims, and all 4 a-arms for $160.

07-10-2008, 09:49 AM	#24
pocketpool Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: ozark mo. Posts: 586	Re: southwest 68 powdercoat pix Attached Images

07-10-2008, 09:50 AM	#25
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