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uxdesigner · 12-15-2016, 12:23 AM

Well folks, it took only 7 months after selling my previous build to get back in the game. I'm more motivated than ever and looking forward to building a truck that's a "keeper" based on what I learned from the previous build and all of you! A bit delayed on the progress so I'll start with a quick summary to get us to where the build stands to date.

July 15th, 2016

uxdesigner · 12-15-2016, 12:37 AM

Researched many color combos for hours but ultimately decided on a pearl red and pearl white two tone. Its a classic paint scheme but I wanted to mix it up a bit with the pearl white as the accent and no white top.

uxdesigner · 12-15-2016, 12:42 AM

2006 5.3 w/ 4L60e

September 2, 2016

uxdesigner · 12-15-2016, 12:50 AM

Shoes must go on first!

Foose Legend
Front - 20x8.5 (255/35/20)
Rear - 20x10 (275/35/20)

solidaxel · 12-15-2016, 09:28 AM

Good Choice !

uxdesigner · 12-15-2016, 06:48 PM

I had great success with the CPP's products on my last build so I went ahead and used the same. I upgraded to the headers instead of the TBSS manifolds and I'm really happy I did. Clearance is excellent and the sliders make the install super simple with the 4L60e.

Doug Thorley Headers (THY-322Y-C)
CPP Tubular Motor Mount Perches (6372MP-SM)
CPP Tubular Transmission Crossmember (CP9427)
Poly Tranny Pad (3-1108G)
Poly Motor (3-1114G x2)

uxdesigner · 12-15-2016, 06:59 PM

For the fuel system I decided on the Aeromotive 18688 Phantom 340 Fuel Pump System. It's a bit more expensive than the typical external pump setup but the amount of time I saved alone was worth it. The truck already had the aluminum fuel tank relocated to the rear so it was as simple as cutting the hole (template provided) dropping it in and running the wires and fuel lines. For the fuel lines I kept it simple. I once again used the Russel Pro Classic braided fuel line, AN fittings at every connection and a stock fuel filter on the frame rail.

uxdesigner · 12-15-2016, 07:28 PM

The fuel pedal was a challenge, the engine I picked up did not come with the TAC or the fuel pedal so I searched around and ended up finding one on ebay. The listing even included the bracket which made the really easy. If you plan on doing a DBW fuel pedal, make sure you get the bracket. Only requires a simple bend on the lower tab of the bracket to match the cab floor angle, a few spacers (i used screw nuts) and drilling the new holes in the firewall and floor.

uxdesigner · 12-15-2016, 07:46 PM

The truck came with a very nice Flaming River tilt column and the power steering conversion was complete and fully functional. I didn't want to mess with converting to a column shift so I went with a new short 4L60e shifter kit and I'm really happy with it. I still need to weld up the hole for the aftermarket emergency brake that I don't plan on using.

uxdesigner · 12-15-2016, 07:50 PM

First Start: October 1, 2016

solidaxel · 12-15-2016, 10:35 PM

I did not think the LS would run that smooth without the MAF hooked up.
Did you have the O2 hooked up?
Aluminum heads heat up pertty fast, did you have any water in the block?

**Hart_Rod** · 12-16-2016, 10:38 AM

Looks like a great start.

uxdesigner · 12-16-2016, 01:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by solidaxel

I did not think the LS would run that smooth without the MAF hooked up.
Did you have the O2 hooked up?
Aluminum heads heat up pertty fast, did you have any water in the block?

I was also surprised how smooth it ran, I did have the O2's hooked up so that certainly helped. Good call on the temp, I only ran it for a bit but you are correct.

**RRR18** · 12-16-2016, 01:50 PM

I'm watchin.

uxdesigner · 12-19-2016, 12:52 PM

Received all new Mar-K chrome trim this weekend, well packaged and quality is excellent.

uxdesigner · 12-19-2016, 01:02 PM

Stock auto transmission cooling lines snap right into the radiator with these adapters, Simple install, lines only needed a couple of bends.

**RRR18** · 12-19-2016, 04:34 PM

Mar-K gotta be one of the best places I've ever talked to and/or ordered from.

solidaxel · 12-20-2016, 08:13 AM

Mar-K has a lot of my money !!

uxdesigner · 06-06-2017, 11:40 PM

The long process of sanding, welding and body work begins. Looks like the PO sprayed paint directly on new reproduction metal without primer. Paint literally peeled off in chunks with compressed air.

April 22, 2017

June 3, 2017

**GR8-68** · 06-07-2017, 05:04 AM

Awesome build !!! Look forward to more updates and I love the color scheme and choice

Smittee · 06-07-2017, 09:18 AM

Like Larry said, looks like a great project! It is better the second time around, isn't it?

I thought I had heard of Rocklin; I have family in Roseville! Rode the motorcycle out there two years ago. Plan to do that same trip in the '68 when I get it done. Hopefully August 2018 will be the time frame. When I get out that way maybe I can catch you at a cruise in.
Subscribing to your thread to watch and maybe learn something from you. The more ideas the merrier.

NewType72 · 06-11-2017, 01:03 PM

Well the good thing about that kind of peel is that it's less troublesome on the sanding joints lol

darkhorse970 · 06-11-2017, 01:18 PM

I like the plan, subscribed.

uxdesigner · 06-24-2017, 11:21 AM

Started cleaning up the firewall and front frame. Worked on getting the wire fuel pedal grommet hole correctly sized. Plan on epoxy priming the firewall soon to get the engine back in and space back in the garage to get paint started.

uxdesigner · 06-25-2017, 04:56 PM

Managed to get the firewall and front end frame epoxy primed.

12-15-2016, 12:23 AM	#1
uxdesigner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 204	UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Well folks, it took only 7 months after selling my previous build to get back in the game. I'm more motivated than ever and looking forward to building a truck that's a "keeper" based on what I learned from the previous build and all of you! A bit delayed on the progress so I'll start with a quick summary to get us to where the build stands to date. July 15th, 2016 __________________ UXDesigner's 1970 5.3 Chevy Swap UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Last edited by uxdesigner; 07-09-2017 at 04:41 PM.

12-15-2016, 12:37 AM	#2
uxdesigner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 204	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Researched many color combos for hours but ultimately decided on a pearl red and pearl white two tone. Its a classic paint scheme but I wanted to mix it up a bit with the pearl white as the accent and no white top. __________________ UXDesigner's 1970 5.3 Chevy Swap UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Last edited by uxdesigner; 07-10-2017 at 02:56 AM.

12-15-2016, 12:42 AM	#3
uxdesigner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 204	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper 2006 5.3 w/ 4L60e September 2, 2016 __________________ UXDesigner's 1970 5.3 Chevy Swap UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Last edited by uxdesigner; 07-18-2020 at 09:48 PM.

12-15-2016, 12:50 AM	#4
uxdesigner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 204	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Shoes must go on first! Foose Legend Front - 20x8.5 (255/35/20) Rear - 20x10 (275/35/20) __________________ UXDesigner's 1970 5.3 Chevy Swap UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Last edited by uxdesigner; 07-09-2017 at 04:42 PM.

12-15-2016, 09:28 AM	#5
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Good Choice ! __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

12-15-2016, 06:48 PM	#6
uxdesigner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 204	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper I had great success with the CPP's products on my last build so I went ahead and used the same. I upgraded to the headers instead of the TBSS manifolds and I'm really happy I did. Clearance is excellent and the sliders make the install super simple with the 4L60e. Doug Thorley Headers (THY-322Y-C) CPP Tubular Motor Mount Perches (6372MP-SM) CPP Tubular Transmission Crossmember (CP9427) Poly Tranny Pad (3-1108G) Poly Motor (3-1114G x2) __________________ UXDesigner's 1970 5.3 Chevy Swap UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Last edited by uxdesigner; 07-09-2017 at 04:42 PM.

12-15-2016, 06:59 PM	#7
uxdesigner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 204	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper For the fuel system I decided on the Aeromotive 18688 Phantom 340 Fuel Pump System. It's a bit more expensive than the typical external pump setup but the amount of time I saved alone was worth it. The truck already had the aluminum fuel tank relocated to the rear so it was as simple as cutting the hole (template provided) dropping it in and running the wires and fuel lines. For the fuel lines I kept it simple. I once again used the Russel Pro Classic braided fuel line, AN fittings at every connection and a stock fuel filter on the frame rail. __________________ UXDesigner's 1970 5.3 Chevy Swap UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Last edited by uxdesigner; 07-09-2017 at 04:42 PM.

12-15-2016, 07:28 PM	#8
uxdesigner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 204	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper The fuel pedal was a challenge, the engine I picked up did not come with the TAC or the fuel pedal so I searched around and ended up finding one on ebay. The listing even included the bracket which made the really easy. If you plan on doing a DBW fuel pedal, make sure you get the bracket. Only requires a simple bend on the lower tab of the bracket to match the cab floor angle, a few spacers (i used screw nuts) and drilling the new holes in the firewall and floor. __________________ UXDesigner's 1970 5.3 Chevy Swap UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Last edited by uxdesigner; 07-09-2017 at 04:43 PM.

12-15-2016, 07:46 PM	#9
uxdesigner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 204	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper The truck came with a very nice Flaming River tilt column and the power steering conversion was complete and fully functional. I didn't want to mess with converting to a column shift so I went with a new short 4L60e shifter kit and I'm really happy with it. I still need to weld up the hole for the aftermarket emergency brake that I don't plan on using. __________________ UXDesigner's 1970 5.3 Chevy Swap UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Last edited by uxdesigner; 07-09-2017 at 04:43 PM.

12-15-2016, 07:50 PM	#10
uxdesigner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 204	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper First Start: October 1, 2016 __________________ UXDesigner's 1970 5.3 Chevy Swap UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Last edited by uxdesigner; 01-10-2018 at 12:17 AM.

12-15-2016, 10:35 PM	#11
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper I did not think the LS would run that smooth without the MAF hooked up. Did you have the O2 hooked up? Aluminum heads heat up pertty fast, did you have any water in the block? __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

12-16-2016, 10:38 AM	#12
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,858	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Looks like a great start. __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

12-16-2016, 01:50 PM	#14
RRR18 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Lordstown, OH / Wentzville, MO Posts: 870	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper I'm watchin. __________________ '67 BAD IDEA Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rtimes3c10/ Ryan

12-19-2016, 12:52 PM	#15
uxdesigner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 204	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Received all new Mar-K chrome trim this weekend, well packaged and quality is excellent. __________________ UXDesigner's 1970 5.3 Chevy Swap UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Last edited by uxdesigner; 07-09-2017 at 04:43 PM.

12-19-2016, 01:02 PM	#16
uxdesigner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 204	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Stock auto transmission cooling lines snap right into the radiator with these adapters, Simple install, lines only needed a couple of bends. __________________ UXDesigner's 1970 5.3 Chevy Swap UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Last edited by uxdesigner; 07-09-2017 at 04:44 PM.



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12-19-2016, 04:34 PM	#17
RRR18 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Lordstown, OH / Wentzville, MO Posts: 870	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Mar-K gotta be one of the best places I've ever talked to and/or ordered from. __________________ '67 BAD IDEA Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rtimes3c10/ Ryan

12-20-2016, 08:13 AM	#18
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Mar-K has a lot of my money !! __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

06-06-2017, 11:40 PM	#19
uxdesigner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 204	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper The long process of sanding, welding and body work begins. Looks like the PO sprayed paint directly on new reproduction metal without primer. Paint literally peeled off in chunks with compressed air. April 22, 2017 June 3, 2017 __________________ UXDesigner's 1970 5.3 Chevy Swap UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Last edited by uxdesigner; 07-09-2017 at 04:45 PM.

06-07-2017, 05:04 AM	#20
GR8-68 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Belews Creek , NC Posts: 4,220	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Awesome build !!! Look forward to more updates and I love the color scheme and choice __________________ Larry It is easily overlooked that what is now called vintage was once brand new. "Project 68" paypal.me/ldgrant

06-07-2017, 09:18 AM	#21
Smittee Registered User Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Dillsboro, IN Posts: 87	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Like Larry said, looks like a great project! It is better the second time around, isn't it? I thought I had heard of Rocklin; I have family in Roseville! Rode the motorcycle out there two years ago. Plan to do that same trip in the '68 when I get it done. Hopefully August 2018 will be the time frame. When I get out that way maybe I can catch you at a cruise in. Subscribing to your thread to watch and maybe learn something from you. The more ideas the merrier.

06-11-2017, 01:03 PM	#22
NewType72 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: turlock Posts: 2,177	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Well the good thing about that kind of peel is that it's less troublesome on the sanding joints lol __________________ Project NewType 1972 Chevy C/10 Cheyenne Super ( Daily Driven Showtruck ) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=507903 Project Great Grandpa's Legacy 1973 Chevy C/10 Cheyenne ( Current daily driver collecting big time parts ) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...89#post7084289 - Dylan (209)-985-7721

06-11-2017, 01:18 PM	#23
darkhorse970 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Monroe, LA Posts: 2,104	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper I like the plan, subscribed. __________________ Keith SOLD - 1963 C10 Short Fleet 350/700R4 4/6 drop 1967 GMC Super Custom - Short Fleet COPO concept w/427 BBC T-400 w/Doug Nash overdrive 4/6 Drop, Buddy Buckets, etc... Frame Off (In Progress) I call it "Vulgar Display of Power" 1980 Silverado Original paint 49k Original miles 4/6 drop Check out my build thread here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6209941

06-24-2017, 11:21 AM	#24
uxdesigner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 204	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Started cleaning up the firewall and front frame. Worked on getting the wire fuel pedal grommet hole correctly sized. Plan on epoxy priming the firewall soon to get the engine back in and space back in the garage to get paint started. __________________ UXDesigner's 1970 5.3 Chevy Swap UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Last edited by uxdesigner; 07-09-2017 at 05:58 PM.

06-25-2017, 04:56 PM	#25
uxdesigner Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Rocklin, CA Posts: 204	Re: UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Managed to get the firewall and front end frame epoxy primed. __________________ UXDesigner's 1970 5.3 Chevy Swap UXDesigner's 1967 C10 - The Keeper Last edited by uxdesigner; 07-09-2017 at 04:45 PM.

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