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mark 68 · 03-28-2016, 06:19 PM

Pulling a inline 6 and 3 speed from my 1968 c10. What should I do with them. Should I keep the six since its original or scrap it.
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manimal · 03-28-2016, 06:28 PM

What 6? Does it have power steering?

Coley · 03-28-2016, 06:43 PM

Whatever you do....don't scrap it.
Those inline 6's are great little motors and a lot of guys are looking for them.
Personally, I would prep and store it if it was the original engine for the truck.
If you are going to sell it...give it a compression test before pulling and posting it and you'll get a better response from possible buyers.
again tho'....don't scrap it, that would be a waste of a great little motor.
Coley

**Jason Banks** · 03-28-2016, 06:53 PM

This is not a FS thread. Thanks

Ronzo · 03-28-2016, 07:15 PM

I agree, please do not scrap it.
Document as much as possible and store best as you can.
There is someone looking for that 'exact' engine, trust me.

2002yanks · 03-28-2016, 07:38 PM

keep it and be different. with alittle work it can become

In The Ten Ring · 03-28-2016, 07:55 PM

This is easy! You should give that engine and tranny to me: in fact, I'm rather surprised no one has already told you.

You should also pay for the shipping since it's always good to be nice. LOL

Plenty of members on here would want that set up. For a time I wanted to remove my 3 speed on the column and my 250 I6 and replace those with a 4 speed floor shifter and 283 V8 but now I have zero desire to do all of that. If my 250 ever goes out I'll try and find a 292 to put in there. As long as it lasts, the manual on the column will stay also: it's a blast to drive, is different, and provides a sort of "built-in theft protection."

frenchy51 · 03-28-2016, 08:41 PM

Depends on what you want to do with it. If it's an around a towner-keep the six and bling it out with offy valve cover, headers, etc? They're a bullet-proof cool engine in my opinion.

CST10 · 03-28-2016, 08:52 PM

They are a unique twist in the sea of shows with V8's. Keep it.

**Grumpy old man** · 03-29-2016, 07:05 AM

It seems everyone is currently stuck on the LS cool aid and pulling the 6's and old V8's and 3 speeds . You would be best served to keep the 6 or whatever stock engine/trans your pulling out and save it for the next owner who just may WANT to put it back to stock . I know no one ever plans on selling their truck but your grand kids just may rather have the next newest hover car instead of an old truck .They all get sold at some point be it next week or 20 years from now (if you can still buy gas) their always worth more when they come with the stock components .
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**special-K** · 03-29-2016, 07:24 AM

Keep them, don't scrap them. In time we learn what we scrapped is always sought after. Every single one of these trucks came with a set of steelies. Here we are now and we have people digging hard for these common parts. Right up until lately I heard all over, "I always scrap those"

FlameOut · 03-29-2016, 09:10 AM

I pulled my origial 250 w/power steering and replaced it with a 350. I wish I had kept the 250 in there

powell72 · 03-29-2016, 09:28 AM

One of the biggest reasons I bought my truck was the 6, I couldn't bare to do another sbc. I wanted to do something different.

Kell · 03-29-2016, 09:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mark 68

Pulling a inline 6 and 3 speed from my 1968 c10. What should I do with them. Should I keep the six since its original or scrap it.
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Keeping it will not add much value later if you go to sell in my opinion. Something neat to have but there would not be so many pulled sixes/3OTT on craigslist if anybody really cared. More likely the next owners would get tired of storing it and have the same decision. Just my opinion though.

**special-K** · 03-29-2016, 10:21 AM

...unless the buyer "wants" a 6 specifically and can only find V8 trucks.

For years it seemed everyone was pulling the 6s to put n a V8. For years people were cutting doors for speakers and tops for sunroofs, too. Now we cuss them, and now you see a bigger movement toward people "wanting" a 6 back in their truck, for many reasons. Some want the cool factor vintage speed thing, some just want it original, some want better mileage, and some still want trucks simple

**70cst** · 03-29-2016, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Coley

Whatever you do....don't scrap it.
Those inline 6's are great little motors and a lot of guys are looking for them.
Personally, I would prep and store it if it was the original engine for the truck.
If you are going to sell it...give it a compression test before pulling and posting it and you'll get a better response from possible buyers.
again tho'....don't scrap it, that would be a waste of a great little motor.
Coley

**70cst** · 03-29-2016, 10:43 AM

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Originally Posted by special-K

Keep them, don't scrap them. In time we learn what we scrapped is always sought after. Every single one of these trucks came with a set of steelies. Here we are now and we have people digging hard for these common parts. Right up until lately I heard all over, "I always scrap those"

Spot on

davepl · 03-29-2016, 12:19 PM

Everyone wants someone else to keep the 6s alive. Kudos to the guys that have them though. Still no love for 307s though. :-)

**Grumpy old man** · 03-29-2016, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by davepl

Everyone wants someone else to keep the 6s alive. Kudos to the guys that have them though. Still no love for 307s though. :-)

I still want to keep them alive ,I have a few and would love a few more .I'm also willing to bet that more guys will consider keeping them once gas goes back to $4.50 a gallon .

68Gold/white · 03-29-2016, 01:18 PM

6 bangers make an awesome splash if you can get over the side of a river bridge!

Lemield · 03-29-2016, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by powell72

One of the biggest reasons I bought my truck was the 6, I couldn't bare to do another sbc. I wanted to do something different.

That is a sweet looking six Chris!

AKC · 03-29-2016, 06:06 PM

Keep the motor and trans, they don't take that much room. Prep 'em and bag 'em...

cypressbog · 03-29-2016, 06:25 PM

Keep the 6. Put a clifford intake and headers on it.

If it's a 292, bore that sucker out and put 350 pistons in it. It will pass most v8's on the road.

**special-K** · 03-29-2016, 07:12 PM

The Chevy 6 has been widely used in many applications other than the cars and trucks. I remember that was popular swap for Land Rovers in the 60-70s. Many earlier Chevys get swaps to later 6s, too. The old parts off these trucks deserve more respect than to be turned in for scrap.

A buzzin' half dozen can roll on down the track
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**'68OrangeSunshine** · 03-29-2016, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by 68Gold/white

6 bangers make an awesome splash if you can get over the side of a river bridge!

BBC makes an even bigger splash.

03-28-2016, 06:19 PM	#1
mark 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: texas Posts: 84	What to do with a inline 6 Pulling a inline 6 and 3 speed from my 1968 c10. What should I do with them. Should I keep the six since its original or scrap it. Posted via Mobile Device

03-28-2016, 06:28 PM	#2
manimal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern Kalifornia Posts: 3,066	Re: What to do with a inline 6 What 6? Does it have power steering? __________________ ------------------------------------------------------ -Lance 2000 Chevy C2500, 5.7, 4L80e 1999 Suburban K2500, 7.4, 4L80e 1980 Camaro..son's car...PROJECT

03-28-2016, 06:43 PM	#3
Coley Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Victoria, B.C Posts: 3,794	Re: What to do with a inline 6 Whatever you do....don't scrap it. Those inline 6's are great little motors and a lot of guys are looking for them. Personally, I would prep and store it if it was the original engine for the truck. If you are going to sell it...give it a compression test before pulling and posting it and you'll get a better response from possible buyers. again tho'....don't scrap it, that would be a waste of a great little motor. Coley __________________ ....for some men, there is experience, skill and effort....for the others...there is visa and UPS LOL 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton (Florida- Red/white) 1972 Chevy 1/2 ton (California- Blue/white) 2005 Chevy Silverado HD2500/Duramax 2000 Dodge Ram 1500 Last edited by Coley; 03-28-2016 at 07:03 PM.

03-28-2016, 06:53 PM	#4
Jason Banks Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: TX Posts: 1,575	Re: What to do with a inline 6 This is not a FS thread. Thanks Last edited by 70cst; 03-29-2016 at 10:39 AM.

03-28-2016, 07:15 PM	#5
Ronzo Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Ft Whoopup, Ab Posts: 317	Re: What to do with a inline 6 I agree, please do not scrap it. Document as much as possible and store best as you can. There is someone looking for that 'exact' engine, trust me.

03-28-2016, 07:38 PM	#6
2002yanks Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Auburn NY Posts: 1,470	Re: What to do with a inline 6 keep it and be different. with alittle work it can become Attached Images __________________ My build thread!! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=474018

03-28-2016, 07:55 PM	#7
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: What to do with a inline 6 This is easy! You should give that engine and tranny to me: in fact, I'm rather surprised no one has already told you. You should also pay for the shipping since it's always good to be nice. LOL Plenty of members on here would want that set up. For a time I wanted to remove my 3 speed on the column and my 250 I6 and replace those with a 4 speed floor shifter and 283 V8 but now I have zero desire to do all of that. If my 250 ever goes out I'll try and find a 292 to put in there. As long as it lasts, the manual on the column will stay also: it's a blast to drive, is different, and provides a sort of "built-in theft protection."

03-28-2016, 08:41 PM	#8
frenchy51 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Orland, Nor-Cal Posts: 617	Re: What to do with a inline 6 Depends on what you want to do with it. If it's an around a towner-keep the six and bling it out with offy valve cover, headers, etc? They're a bullet-proof cool engine in my opinion.

03-28-2016, 08:52 PM	#9
CST10 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Gonzales, La Posts: 1,441	Re: What to do with a inline 6 They are a unique twist in the sea of shows with V8's. Keep it. __________________ MyToys: Goldilocks the "Ol School Survivor" 1968 C10, SWB Stepside, 08/15 TOTM, 250 CI 6 cylinder, 3 on the tree, 3.73 rear, 3/5 static drop, 23,500 original miles. Samson the 1970 CST10, LWB, 462Ci, Turbo 350 tranny, 3.08 rear gear, PB, PS, A/C, AM/FM, 2/4 Drop. Brutus the 1998 Camaro Z28, 33,500 original miles, LS1, 519 RWHP/497 RWTQ. Member of the Louisiana Classic Truck Club, LCTC Member of the Louisiana C10 Club Member of the Baton Rouge Drifters Car Club

03-29-2016, 07:05 AM	#10
Grumpy old man Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Gods country East,Tn Posts: 8,545	It seems everyone is currently stuck on the LS cool aid and pulling the 6's and old V8's and 3 speeds . You would be best served to keep the 6 or whatever stock engine/trans your pulling out and save it for the next owner who just may WANT to put it back to stock . I know no one ever plans on selling their truck but your grand kids just may rather have the next newest hover car instead of an old truck .They all get sold at some point be it next week or 20 years from now (if you can still buy gas) their always worth more when they come with the stock components . Posted via Mobile Device

03-29-2016, 07:24 AM	#11
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,858	Re: What to do with a inline 6 Keep them, don't scrap them. In time we learn what we scrapped is always sought after. Every single one of these trucks came with a set of steelies. Here we are now and we have people digging hard for these common parts. Right up until lately I heard all over, "I always scrap those" __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

03-29-2016, 09:10 AM	#12
FlameOut Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 712	Re: What to do with a inline 6 I pulled my origial 250 w/power steering and replaced it with a 350. I wish I had kept the 250 in there __________________ Bill 2004 Chevy Silverado Z71 Ext Cab 1500 1972 Chevy K-10 SOLD 1967 Chevelle SS

03-29-2016, 09:28 AM	#13
powell72 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Loveland Co. Posts: 3,098	Re: What to do with a inline 6 One of the biggest reasons I bought my truck was the 6, I couldn't bare to do another sbc. I wanted to do something different. Attached Images __________________ Chris 74 Custom Deluxe SWB 350/350/3.73’s 99 2wd Silverado RCSB 5.3/4L60/3.90’s http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...short_bed.html

03-29-2016, 10:21 AM	#15
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,858	Re: What to do with a inline 6 ...unless the buyer "wants" a 6 specifically and can only find V8 trucks. For years it seemed everyone was pulling the 6s to put n a V8. For years people were cutting doors for speakers and tops for sunroofs, too. Now we cuss them, and now you see a bigger movement toward people "wanting" a 6 back in their truck, for many reasons. Some want the cool factor vintage speed thing, some just want it original, some want better mileage, and some still want trucks simple __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

03-29-2016, 12:19 PM	#18
davepl Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 6,332	Re: What to do with a inline 6 Everyone wants someone else to keep the 6s alive. Kudos to the guys that have them though. Still no love for 307s though. :-) __________________ 1970 GMC Sierra Grande Custom Camper - Built, not Bought 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Coupe 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Convertible



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68Gold/white Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Ark City, Kansas Posts: 3,345	Re: What to do with a inline 6 6 bangers make an awesome splash if you can get over the side of a river bridge!

03-29-2016, 06:06 PM	#22
AKC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 256	Re: What to do with a inline 6 Keep the motor and trans, they don't take that much room. Prep 'em and bag 'em... __________________ 'Anela - AKC's 1968 C30 1T Flattie "Trouble Rides A Fast Horse..."

03-29-2016, 06:25 PM	#23
cypressbog Go Pack Go! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Green Bay Posts: 2,669	Re: What to do with a inline 6 Keep the 6. Put a clifford intake and headers on it. If it's a 292, bore that sucker out and put 350 pistons in it. It will pass most v8's on the road.

03-29-2016, 07:12 PM	#24
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,858	Re: What to do with a inline 6 The Chevy 6 has been widely used in many applications other than the cars and trucks. I remember that was popular swap for Land Rovers in the 60-70s. Many earlier Chevys get swaps to later 6s, too. The old parts off these trucks deserve more respect than to be turned in for scrap. A buzzin' half dozen can roll on down the track https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...-DaKBciH06S_QA __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

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