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bobby.watson · 11-20-2008, 10:11 PM

So I will take this time to tell you the same story you have heard, a least a few times. Stumbled across the site trying to find out how to hook up an early 700r4 in a 68 short wide. The 68 started out as a long wheel base, then a complete stranger stopped me and gave me a 71 shorty with disc brakes. The upper side was traaaash but a decent frame. After stripping all the sheet metal I wire brushed the frame and painted all reusable parts. Next replaced all bake parts and worn rubber mounts. The 68 had cancer free sheet metal, but had driver side fender damage. A trip to the local bone yard solved that problem, but still without a suitable bed. 71 donor did have a step side, but as I said before, cancer ridden. That's where I stand with the build, but future plans include replacing the tired 350 with a fresh 350. I really would like to drop it with spindles and springs, not really into bags. Trying to keep as much GM as possible. They spent a little bit of money getting it right, and who am I to second guess it. The biggest deal with the project is I have a wonderful two year old daughter, yes daughter, who is completely into the build. Each step I have taken, she has been there helping - as much as she can. And much to my suprise,since the 68 will be hers,momma dosen't mind spending money on it. You can see the Christmas list already. Other projects include a 1947 Dodge D24 two door sedan and a 1947 Dodge 1/2 ton truck. Not much work has been done on the car, but the truck is setting on a s-10 frame. Got very busy two years ago and all projects were put on hold.
So that is a quick over view and I am trying to figure out how to post pix. I am tring to resize and post and learn as I go.

BigDaddyDave · 11-20-2008, 10:33 PM

Welcome to the board from NC.

shaneschevys · 11-21-2008, 02:02 AM

Welcome from FT Worth TX.

jsbgump · 11-21-2008, 02:35 AM

Welcome to the board from Texas

Cyclone44 · 11-21-2008, 06:31 AM

from Knoxville Tn.....

DREAMS OF A 67 · 11-21-2008, 06:40 AM

FROM KNOXVILLE TN!!!

Painter D · 11-21-2008, 12:39 PM

Welcome

72BlckButy · 11-21-2008, 03:21 PM

to the board from Mid-MO!!!

You'll find this place to become your second home. There's tons of information, friends, parts, .... and so much more.

67-72crazy · 11-21-2008, 06:20 PM

welcome from greenfield,in

krue · 11-23-2008, 12:08 AM

Welcome to the board from Hattiesburg.

You'll have to meet the rest of the Mississippi gang. There's a member in Meridian but he doesn't post a lot. Holler if you ever get down 59.

11-20-2008, 10:11 PM	#1
bobby.watson Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: meridian ms Posts: 1	new guy So I will take this time to tell you the same story you have heard, a least a few times. Stumbled across the site trying to find out how to hook up an early 700r4 in a 68 short wide. The 68 started out as a long wheel base, then a complete stranger stopped me and gave me a 71 shorty with disc brakes. The upper side was traaaash but a decent frame. After stripping all the sheet metal I wire brushed the frame and painted all reusable parts. Next replaced all bake parts and worn rubber mounts. The 68 had cancer free sheet metal, but had driver side fender damage. A trip to the local bone yard solved that problem, but still without a suitable bed. 71 donor did have a step side, but as I said before, cancer ridden. That's where I stand with the build, but future plans include replacing the tired 350 with a fresh 350. I really would like to drop it with spindles and springs, not really into bags. Trying to keep as much GM as possible. They spent a little bit of money getting it right, and who am I to second guess it. The biggest deal with the project is I have a wonderful two year old daughter, yes daughter, who is completely into the build. Each step I have taken, she has been there helping - as much as she can. And much to my suprise,since the 68 will be hers,momma dosen't mind spending money on it. You can see the Christmas list already. Other projects include a 1947 Dodge D24 two door sedan and a 1947 Dodge 1/2 ton truck. Not much work has been done on the car, but the truck is setting on a s-10 frame. Got very busy two years ago and all projects were put on hold. So that is a quick over view and I am trying to figure out how to post pix. I am tring to resize and post and learn as I go.

11-20-2008, 10:33 PM	#2
BigDaddyDave RIP BigDaddyDave ~7-23-09~ You will be missed~ Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Concord NC Posts: 1,361	Re: new guy Welcome to the board from NC. __________________ BigDaddyDave's Truck: http://www.flickr.com/photos/daves71chevy/ \| See it in Action!

11-21-2008, 02:02 AM	#3
shaneschevys Its always something! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: FT Worth,TX Posts: 4,992	Re: new guy Welcome from FT Worth TX. __________________ 79 p10 stepvan 72 Short Fleetside 72 Suburban 67 GMC One Ton Flatbed 64 Short Fleetside 57 Chevy 2DR Hard Top 57 Chevy 2dr wagon 65 f* short fleet 63 C 60 Flatbed Member of the patina club**

11-21-2008, 02:35 AM	#4
jsbgump Gone Fishing Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Fort Worth, Texas 76135 Posts: 12,361	Re: new guy Welcome to the board from Texas __________________ 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

11-21-2008, 06:31 AM	#5
Cyclone44 Step Brother Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: K-town Posts: 4,029	Re: new guy from Knoxville Tn.....

11-21-2008, 06:40 AM	#6
DREAMS OF A 67 Step Brother Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: knoxville TN Posts: 1,950	Re: new guy FROM KNOXVILLE TN!!! __________________ Joe

11-21-2008, 12:39 PM	#7
Painter D Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: DFW (Forney) Posts: 1,529	Re: new guy Welcome __________________ '58 SWB Fleetside...Front & Rear Porterbuilt Dropmember, 6.0 LS /4L60E. Accuair E-level, 20 Billet Specialties (Vintecs) '63 Buick Riviera ... AccuAir E-level, 20" Billet Specialties (Vintecs) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=528853&page=5

11-21-2008, 03:21 PM	#8
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: new guy to the board from Mid-MO!!! You'll find this place to become your second home. There's tons of information, friends, parts, .... and so much more. __________________ -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)

11-21-2008, 06:20 PM	#9
67-72crazy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: greenfield indiana Posts: 241	Re: new guy welcome from greenfield,in __________________ 1991 1500 longbed: my daily driver 1937 chevy 2dr sedan. dads project

11-23-2008, 12:08 AM	#10
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,448	Re: new guy Welcome to the board from Hattiesburg. You'll have to meet the rest of the Mississippi gang. There's a member in Meridian but he doesn't post a lot. Holler if you ever get down 59. __________________ "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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