Mr. Hyde's Ride

[Mr.Hyde]

just picked up this 68 for 1000$

here are some pictures of the cab and bed








































Now for a bunch of parts i have in boxes right now.

































Questions comment i appreciate it all, fram is sandblasted and coated in rustoleum and stock suspension drum brakes

[67cheby]

Looks like a start ! Keep us updated with picture !

[Zoomin]

This has the potential to be one of the most epic before/after projects ever.

[Mr.Hyde]

I like to think of it as a kit car, just more cleaning and painting haha and fixing rust
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[67cheby]

lol, a big model !!

[Mr.Hyde]

exactly except its gonna haul ass :P

[Mr.Hyde]

the guy i bought the truck off of was actually my old automotive teacher he decided to include an old progress album that he put together of the from so here are some picture of the pictures to give you an idea of the shape of the frame

[Mr.Hyde]

now i have to make some decisions here with the frame.

1. Disc brakes all around or just front? and is there a cheaper way of getting this done?
2. Color of motor
3. Drop in a 4 or keep the 3 on the floor
4. How to drop it cheap? cut the springs or get the proper spindle and drop spring?
5. Still fighting myself over what color over all. I really like satin black but i find that fairly common.
6. i know its a chevy but comes with the gmc grill should i rock that to confuse people or should i sell the gmc and look for the chevy bits and pieces

[Mr.Hyde]

Just got more parts. Including a dual master cylinder, another 4 barrel carb, electric fan, some ugly bucket seats out of a van I think I'll stick with the bench.. Two 6" alpine type s speakers and few idea you guys will either like or hate.
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[Mr.Hyde]

Ok so here is a weird question, as the truck stands it is a complete rolling chassis but I have no cherry picker just an engine stand. Now I'm wonder without the cab on is it possible to drop in a block and build it directly on the chassis from the ground up?
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[gdavis]

Originally Posted by Mr.Hyde

the guy i bought the truck off of was actually my old automotive teacher he decided to include an old progress album that he put together of the from so here are some picture of the pictures to give you an idea of the shape of the frame

I been working on mine for 3 months and I still don't have a rolling chassic.

[Mr.Hyde]

Ya but I can't take any credit. I didn't do the frame he did I will be dropping it though, and adding disc brakes after the safety
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[Tinkermc]

looks like it could have a small rust issue but the frame looks great and I feel sure the truck will follow in the frames footsteps.

[Mr.Hyde]

where do you see the rust issues? and thank you hopefully i can make a sweet rod out of it

[Mr.Hyde]

O referring to the cab ya haha a little bit
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[Mr.Hyde]

The frame is officially in the garage it's time to put on what I can now.
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[trac209]

Looks good
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[trac209]

Originally Posted by Mr.Hyde

Ya but I can't take any credit. I didn't do the frame he did I will be dropping it though, and adding disc brakes after the safety
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Btw I would do the front disc convert before your at the safety mode,it's much easier without the body and everything in the way.
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[Mr.Hyde]

Ya? Ok we'll ill look into cost etc and it wouldn't effect the safety at all?
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[trac209]

Originally Posted by Mr.Hyde

Ya? Ok we'll ill look into cost etc and it wouldn't effect the safety at all?
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It won't effect your safety because its a brake upgrade with OEM parts and should not cause you issue. Even aftermarket brakes will pass most of my friends have done this with no problems.
I did my total swap for less than 500 with all new rotors,bearings,calipers,lines,pads,and upper and lower ball joints and outer tie rod ends. Only my spindles were used off a 84 gmc 1/2 ton. I was able to retain my original master cyl without problems as well.
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[Mr.Hyde]

So what did you do exactly cuz ill want to do front and back then for that price. And I'm assuming I won't be able to drop it for safety?
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[trac209]

Originally Posted by Mr.Hyde

So what did you do exactly cuz ill want to do front and back then for that price. And I'm assuming I won't be able to drop it for safety?
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That didn't include doing the rear brakes disc. I left my backs drum,I should have stated that in my last post. As for the drop most inspectors will fail suspension drop vehicles due to most not passing the minimum ride height. Rear disc really don't do all that extra stopping for regular driving conditions. If your towing or racing its more appealing IMHO.
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[Mr.Hyde]

Well on the highway ill wanna open'er up a bit but for city driving and cruising I know what you mean. So that 500$ would be both rotors pads calipers spindles hub and lines I assume?
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[50bomb]

I can see that is gonna be a cool truck when your done. Don't give up. Get it done. Enjoy!

[trac209]

Originally Posted by Mr.Hyde

Well on the highway ill wanna open'er up a bit but for city driving and cruising I know what you mean. So that 500$ would be both rotors pads calipers spindles hub and lines I assume?
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Yes
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