Back On Track With the Body Swap - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**LockDoc** · 11-03-2009, 10:41 PM

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I had some interruptions so the October project has drug into November. I started a body swap between the Blue '67 and the Maroon '69 a month or so ago and I just got back to it today. Here is a link to the original post on it:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=364798

I started taking the '67 apart this morning and didn't run into any major snags. I had to think a while to come up with a way I could remove the front clip by myself and the redneck jack stands is the only thing I could come up with… I have the cab ready to lift off of the frame so I will do that first thing in the morning.

LockDoc

my67chevytruck · 11-03-2009, 11:23 PM

progress.....

jeffspower · 11-04-2009, 12:23 AM

That's weird... I was just thinking last night- "I wonder what happened to Leon's blue truck"

tcb-1 · 11-04-2009, 01:19 AM

Leon,
You mean Pat wasn't out there helping you lift that front clip?!

That's why I like you so much. You get things done, regardless!

72BlckButy · 11-04-2009, 09:21 AM

Nice progress Leon.

**LockDoc** · 11-04-2009, 01:42 PM

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Thanks guys.

The Blue truck lives on and the Maroon truck bit the dust. (so to speak)

Yep, Pat was out there helping me. She drove the lawn tractor and pulled the frame out from under the front clip while I held the back of it up to clear the front tires....

I had to come in and look up how to get the shift lever out of the tower so I can lift the cab off of the frame. On to search...

LockDoc

FRENCHBLUE72 · 11-04-2009, 02:25 PM

Nice job progress is always a welcome addition..

Rob H. · 11-04-2009, 03:16 PM

Remove the dust boot, pushdown on the metal retainer equally on both sides and twist to the left, if memory serves me right.

big_al_71 · 11-04-2009, 03:22 PM

Leon looks like you are having all the fun!!!

Shyguy · 11-04-2009, 04:21 PM

Rob,

Your memory serves you good, that is how to remove the shift off the top of the transmission.

Danny

Bob 68327 · 11-08-2009, 09:44 PM

updates!!!!

**LockDoc** · 11-08-2009, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob 68327

updates!!!!

Well, my son and his wife came down from Des Moines today so he helped me set the bed back on it and we took it for a test drive. It had a couple of issues (I needed to change the headlight/alt. harness for one) so I was late coming in from the shop tonight. I was going to take some pictures tomorrow but I will post these two. You have to remember that this truck is going to be my everyday beater so it isn't going to be anything special. I just want it to run good... I think it'll do that..

LockDoc

Bob 68327 · 11-08-2009, 11:30 PM

Lookin' Good ! Glad you left it Long

You better put a whole fan shroud on it to keep that big block cool !! You can call if you need any help ya know ...

**LockDoc** · 11-08-2009, 11:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob 68327

Lookin' Good ! Glad you left it Long

You better put a whole fan shroud on it to keep that big block cool !! You can call if you need any help ya know ...

Thanks Bob. I have the shroud off of the '69 but I may not put it on till next spring, depends on the weather...

Ya, I know I can call. My friend Ron gave me the devil for not calling him..

LockDoc

Bob 68327 · 11-08-2009, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

Thanks Bob. I have the shroud off of the '69 but I may not put it on till next spring, depends on the weather...

Ya, I know I can call. My friend Ron gave me the devil for not calling him..

LockDoc

You got it comming

Seems like I call you for help and you never let me return the favor

You might have to test drive it to Newton one of these days ...

11-03-2009, 10:41 PM	#1
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,818	Back On Track With the Body Swap - I had some interruptions so the October project has drug into November. I started a body swap between the Blue '67 and the Maroon '69 a month or so ago and I just got back to it today. Here is a link to the original post on it: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=364798 I started taking the '67 apart this morning and didn't run into any major snags. I had to think a while to come up with a way I could remove the front clip by myself and the redneck jack stands is the only thing I could come up with… I have the cab ready to lift off of the frame so I will do that first thing in the morning. LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

11-03-2009, 11:23 PM	#2
my67chevytruck Under Construction Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Midlothian,TX (DFW) Posts: 4,555	Re: Back On Track With the Body Swap progress..... __________________ Heath subscribe to the board here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=157669 FAQ how to's 1956 Chevy Apache 1967 C10 SWB FleetSide (under construction) 1969 K10 SWB FleetSide (Future Build) 1972 C10 SWB Stepside (Future Build) 56 chevy truck : http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2955823/1 67 truck build: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=281357/1 69 k10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389470

11-04-2009, 12:23 AM	#3
jeffspower Well, Whoop-dee-do! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Easton, Mo. pop.- me & scarcely a few others Posts: 2,302	Re: Back On Track With the Body Swap That's weird... I was just thinking last night- "I wonder what happened to Leon's blue truck" __________________ '68 GMC shortbox 4x4 350/SM465/T221- bought it in '83 SOLD '72 K20 500 Cad/TH400/NP205 SOLD '92 Chevy 2500 6.5 mech TD 4L80E crusty daily driver '72 Monte Carlo... sweet low mile toy '11 Dodge Challenger IE 392 6spd... midlife car

11-04-2009, 01:19 AM	#4
tcb-1 Nothing to see here..... Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Shawnee, KS Posts: 4,625	Re: Back On Track With the Body Swap Leon, You mean Pat wasn't out there helping you lift that front clip?! That's why I like you so much. You get things done, regardless! __________________ Doug THANK YOU to our American Soldiers & Veterans - POW MIA "You will NEVER be forgotten". The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not. Thomas Jefferson

11-04-2009, 09:21 AM	#5
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Back On Track With the Body Swap Nice progress Leon. __________________ -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)

11-04-2009, 01:42 PM	#6
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,818	Re: Back On Track With the Body Swap - Thanks guys. The Blue truck lives on and the Maroon truck bit the dust. (so to speak) Yep, Pat was out there helping me. She drove the lawn tractor and pulled the frame out from under the front clip while I held the back of it up to clear the front tires.... I had to come in and look up how to get the shift lever out of the tower so I can lift the cab off of the frame. On to search... LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

11-04-2009, 02:25 PM	#7
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: Back On Track With the Body Swap Nice job progress is always a welcome addition.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

11-04-2009, 03:16 PM	#8
Rob H. Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Petersville KY Posts: 673	Re: Back On Track With the Body Swap Remove the dust boot, pushdown on the metal retainer equally on both sides and twist to the left, if memory serves me right. __________________ Rob 72 C/10 (under reconstruction)(destruction ? LOL) 48 Willys CJ2A 1952 Super "A" Farmall (Grandfather's)

11-04-2009, 03:22 PM	#9
big_al_71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: South Florida Posts: 11,375	Re: Back On Track With the Body Swap Leon looks like you are having all the fun!!! __________________ Get your facts first, and then you can distort them as much as you please!!!!!. Sylvester's build thread >>>http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ht=big+rebuild

11-04-2009, 04:21 PM	#10
Shyguy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeast Missouri Posts: 2,436	Re: Back On Track With the Body Swap Rob, Your memory serves you good, that is how to remove the shift off the top of the transmission. Danny __________________ '67 Chevy C-20 short stepper - build complete, 454/SM-465. '75 C-30 Single Cab DRW-350 small block/NP-435. '77 GMC-6500 Dump Truck, 427 Tall Deck. '92 GMC K-3500 Duallie, 454/4L80E.

11-08-2009, 09:44 PM	#11
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: Back On Track With the Body Swap updates!!!! __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

11-08-2009, 11:30 PM	#13
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: Back On Track With the Body Swap Lookin' Good ! Glad you left it Long You better put a whole fan shroud on it to keep that big block cool !! You can call if you need any help ya know ... __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker



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