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BugzC10 02-25-2013 09:11 PM
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:bann:Decided to save myself time and probably money going with a cleaner truck to start with...it had a frame off restoration within the last 10 years. I think I got a great deal on it at $9,900. I cant touch anything in that condition down here in South Florida for that price. Everything that is available down here is a rust bucket! Still has a freshly rebuilt straight 6 and 3 on the tree. That motor/tranny wont be in there much longer though.
You definitely scored....I think I paid more than I should, just south of Daytona Beach.....but once I get a chubby for something it's going to be mine..:lol:
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jblaust 02-25-2013 09:12 PM
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You definitely scored....I think I paid more than I should, just south of Daytona Beach.....but once I get a chubby for something it's going to be mine..:lol:
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LOL....well thats exactly what happened to me! Wife is pissed but getting over it. As long as the truck makes it here as represented online I think I will be ok.

dgwill 02-25-2013 09:15 PM
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you need to find someone that can set it up for you if you have not done one, clearances are very important if not set propley you will burn out the rear end

jblaust 02-25-2013 09:17 PM
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you need to find someone that can set it up for you if you have not done one, clearances are very important if not set propley you will burn out the rear end
I def wouldnt do it myself....I would take it to a speciality shop for sure to upgrade the gearing or just swap in a different rear end. I read about people putting in s10 rear ends and camaro rear ends.

dgwill 02-25-2013 09:23 PM
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Originally Posted by BugzC10 (Post 5912704)
You definitely scored....I think I paid more than I should, just south of Daytona Beach.....but once I get a chubby for something it's going to be mine..:lol:
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My Wife still not talking to me after 32 year of being married, I really dont need to hear anything else, life is good:lol:

jblaust 02-25-2013 09:42 PM
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My Wife still not talking to me after 32 year of being married, I really dont need to hear anything else, life is good:lol:
LMAFO.......I know what you mean 20 years here next month....i told her this was my birthday/anniversary present to myself:lol:

jblaust 02-25-2013 10:00 PM
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Sid...here's the before and after of my bed. I don't think it cam out to bad for a first timer. Bed wood and SS hardware from MAR-K? Really not that difficult.
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/c...95e3ef3b4d.jpg
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/c...7f2c7d740d.jpg
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I love the color of that stained wood...

Sid138 02-26-2013 12:21 AM
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Oh yeah! I mos def Love the stain on that bed,...and thanks so much (dg and bugz) for all the advice and pics!! I could most likely go with steel/painted bed strips, and cheap wood and have it done in a couple weeks, but now after seeing these works of ART, I'm thinking seriously about buying up quality pieces here and there and taking my time on it. Patience, however is NOT my strongest quality..lol

I'd Love to be able to do all the work myself, but again, and to my advantage, I do have a few friends that are more than willing to help out with some of the work in which I'd be lost without,...not to mention you guys, with the advice and input. Thanks again!!! :flag:

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Thanks Will....I'm torn between the 15" wheel look and the 18"/20" wheel look.
I still think that touch of red hidden behind the beauty rims and caps would look good.
Bugz, If you to decide to go with the 18"/20" wheel look, PLEASE contact me about your current rims if they are 5 lug and aren't already spoken for. :)

BugzC10 02-26-2013 08:41 AM
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Bugz, If you to decide to go with the 18"/20" wheel look, PLEASE contact me about your current rims if they are 5 lug and aren't already spoken for. :)[/QUOTE]

Will do....the wheels are 15x10 Centerline Tomahawks 5x5 with 4" back spacing.
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68Stepbed 02-26-2013 02:57 PM
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is that a 4.11 rear end that comes stock in the 68 with the inline 6? How difficult/expensive is it to change the gearing for a v8 ls motor?

Thanks for your input
It should be 3.73 with the 3OTT. Either way, there will be no need to change the gear if you go with an LS/elec OD trans.

jblaust 02-26-2013 07:11 PM
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Originally Posted by 68Stepbed (Post 5914335)
It should be 3.73 with the 3OTT. Either way, there will be no need to change the gear if you go with an LS/elec OD trans.
That is exactly what I wanted to hear! Thanks for the info!

dgwill 02-26-2013 08:06 PM
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wheels painted red:flag:

dgwill 02-26-2013 08:11 PM
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I love the color of that stained wood...
Bugz love the color what is the stain.

Sid138 02-26-2013 08:13 PM
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wheels painted red:flag:
Ok, I stand corrected dg,...that looks great man!

:metal:

Sid138 02-26-2013 08:16 PM
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Originally Posted by BugzC10 (Post 5913654)
Bugz, If you to decide to go with the 18"/20" wheel look, PLEASE contact me about your current rims if they are 5 lug and aren't already spoken for. :)
Will do....the wheels are 15x10 Centerline Tomahawks 5x5 with 4" back spacing.
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Awesome,..thanks Bugz. Hit me up in the in box?

BugzC10 02-26-2013 08:21 PM
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wheels painted red:flag:
Hell yes!!! That's what I'm talkin about...:lol:
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dgwill 02-26-2013 08:21 PM
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Ok, I stand corrected dg,...that looks great man!

:metal:
Thanks I have to agree I'm going to try Black this weekend. did you need bumpers for your Truck?

BugzC10 02-26-2013 08:23 PM
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Bugz love the color what is the stain.
Thanks to you and Sid for the complement....appreciate it!
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dgwill 02-26-2013 08:26 PM
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Hell yes!!! That's what I'm talkin about...:lol:
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Thanks you were correct I still want to see Black but i do not believe it will pop like the Red:flag:

dgwill 02-26-2013 08:34 PM
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Hey finished the machine work today for the Hub cap adaptures for the 15" 6 lug rally wheel. I will be offering them for sale shortly

teeitup 02-26-2013 08:37 PM
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Here is mine I rebuilt it 15 years ago, I need to get it out more, I haven't drove it in a year

jblaust 02-26-2013 08:37 PM
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wheels painted red:flag:
I like the red! Looks sharp!

BugzC10 02-26-2013 08:43 PM
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Originally Posted by teeitup (Post 5915027)
Here is mine I rebuilt it 15 years ago, I need to get it out more, I haven't drove it in a year
Very nice..can I have it? :lol:
Do you have a right side mirror that is actually usable?

dgwill 02-26-2013 10:05 PM
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Here is mine I rebuilt it 15 years ago, I need to get it out more, I haven't drove it in a year
very nice :bowtie:

dgwill 02-26-2013 10:06 PM
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I like the red! Looks sharp!
thank you did you get your truck shipped?:truck:


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