1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

ebustos · 02-22-2013, 04:44 PM

Well let me first say that I have been lurking on this website for quite some time. About a year and a half long. I have finally come to the conclusion that I need to start my own build thread. I want to thank the many people on this forum for all the great ideas and help since I started my build. So the story goes like this. A buddy of mine had a 1968 Chevy stepside that he just put a new motor (383) and tranny (350) in his truck that has been sitting for quite sometime. He also had many new parts that he had not got around to install. So one day I asked if he would sell it because I need a beater (vehicle) for my son and we agrred on a price. Initially, i had only planned on a quick lowering job, paint, interior and then call it good. At the time I knew nothing about these trucks. I have built other cars in the past, 1962 impala, 1962 impala convertible SS, and was currently building a 1961 impala convertible which you will be able to see in the background. Well needless to say i stumbled across this website and all hell broke loose. This truck is no longer the budget build I had anticipated and is now way over that, as many of you know how that goes. I like to tell my wife that i spent all my impala money on funding this truck. Here is a list of parts that i have purchased, some have been installed and some are on the self. Color for the truck is Daytona Blue a 2012 nissan color. I did not realize at the time of this build that if you change on thing everything else around it has to be modified to accompany the changes.

Porterbuilt front and rear dropmember
porterbuilt crossmember
porterbuilt hood hinges with gas shocks
Dual electric fans
Headland ceramic coated headers
New radiator
New hood
CPP billet support bearing
rear mounted blazer tank
brothers one piece windows
1968 side and rear moldings (Mar-K)
vintage air unit with steel braided lines
Ididit chrome steering column
Billet Specialties Outlaw steering wheel
Brothers aluminum gauge panel
Autometer gauges with LED lighting
Willwood master cylinder no booster
4 wheel disc brakes thanks to Captain Fab for the rear set up. D52 calipers.
accuair air manifold
Dual Vair pumps 444c
American Autowire kit
New Front and Rear bumpers
shortened rear end by 2" on each side with new posi 3.55 gears and axles.
Clean fleetside bed - with a near perfect tailgate. thanks Renee aka C10 king.
All new grill moldings and bezels
110 amp alternator
HEI distributor
Buddy bucket seats my son wants the bench
.

ebustos · 02-22-2013, 04:56 PM

here is a picture of the truck as it currently sits. Sorry I dont have any from the very begining.

ebustos · 02-22-2013, 05:39 PM

more pics

ebustos · 02-22-2013, 05:41 PM

and some more pics. some new sheetmetal. had to replace bothe rockers and cab corners. Now trying to get all the gaps right.

ebustos · 02-22-2013, 05:43 PM

Going to raise the metal bed floor 9 3/4 of an inch. Made these braces out of angle iron. have a front set up similar to what Delmo did on Nacho. it will house my pumps, tank and battery. Thanks Delmo!!!!

ebustos · 02-22-2013, 05:45 PM

did not like the cheap aluminum piece that comes with the brothers one piece window kit and wanted something more permenant and sturdy so i came up with this.

**Racer2172** · 02-23-2013, 01:57 AM

Nice build and welcome to the forum.
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rhd_c10 · 03-19-2013, 07:31 AM

nice truck.. i love impalas too... i wanna build a 62 conv. next

Bishops Trucks · 03-19-2013, 07:51 AM

Great project. Going to be a beautiful ride when it's done.

johnlq6975 · 10-29-2013, 09:31 AM

cool

kvann72 · 10-29-2013, 10:43 AM

looking sweet man like the one piece set up on the windows.

Bennett68C10 · 10-29-2013, 12:56 PM

Nice project, I'm subscribed for updates

ebustos · 10-29-2013, 04:54 PM

Well the only thing I've done to this truck lately is complete the bed by raising the bed floor. I also installed the Hills inner fenders. I would highly recomend these. super nice. However, since I'm running 22" I moved them up about 1/2" just to get a little more clearance. Not sure yet if the truck will lay completely on the frame now. but thats okay I could live with this truck not laying completely on the frame. I also ordered, actually just paid for a set of 22" Bonspeed wheels since they had a great sale of buy three get one free. I havent decided on the wheel choice yet. I'm leaning towards the big blocks with a brushed center finish or the quasars. Now i just found a painter that was willing to take on this project at a reasonable price. So it will be off to paint soon. Decided to do a non metallic stock color. I will try an upload some pictures later.

ebustos · 10-29-2013, 04:55 PM

I forgot I went with a the 1" narrowed control arms.

stevenbear72 · 10-30-2013, 04:24 PM

What radiator and fans are you using? How much were they if i may ask?

ebustos · 10-30-2013, 04:34 PM

Im using the dual fan set up by flex-a-lite. I built a cover that goes over it and the radiator.

C/10 King · 10-30-2013, 05:59 PM

Eddie, do you still need a radiator support, Shui has a nice one now.

stevenbear72 · 10-30-2013, 10:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C/10 King

Eddie, do you still need a radiator support, Shui has a nice one now.

I'm actually looking for one. I'm thinking about ordering the one from LMC for $237 shipped.

02-22-2013, 04:44 PM	#1
ebustos Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Bakersfield, California Posts: 109	1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" Well let me first say that I have been lurking on this website for quite some time. About a year and a half long. I have finally come to the conclusion that I need to start my own build thread. I want to thank the many people on this forum for all the great ideas and help since I started my build. So the story goes like this. A buddy of mine had a 1968 Chevy stepside that he just put a new motor (383) and tranny (350) in his truck that has been sitting for quite sometime. He also had many new parts that he had not got around to install. So one day I asked if he would sell it because I need a beater (vehicle) for my son and we agrred on a price. Initially, i had only planned on a quick lowering job, paint, interior and then call it good. At the time I knew nothing about these trucks. I have built other cars in the past, 1962 impala, 1962 impala convertible SS, and was currently building a 1961 impala convertible which you will be able to see in the background. Well needless to say i stumbled across this website and all hell broke loose. This truck is no longer the budget build I had anticipated and is now way over that, as many of you know how that goes. I like to tell my wife that i spent all my impala money on funding this truck. Here is a list of parts that i have purchased, some have been installed and some are on the self. Color for the truck is Daytona Blue a 2012 nissan color. I did not realize at the time of this build that if you change on thing everything else around it has to be modified to accompany the changes. Porterbuilt front and rear dropmember porterbuilt crossmember porterbuilt hood hinges with gas shocks Dual electric fans Headland ceramic coated headers New radiator New hood CPP billet support bearing rear mounted blazer tank brothers one piece windows 1968 side and rear moldings (Mar-K) vintage air unit with steel braided lines Ididit chrome steering column Billet Specialties Outlaw steering wheel Brothers aluminum gauge panel Autometer gauges with LED lighting Willwood master cylinder no booster 4 wheel disc brakes thanks to Captain Fab for the rear set up. D52 calipers. accuair air manifold Dual Vair pumps 444c American Autowire kit New Front and Rear bumpers shortened rear end by 2" on each side with new posi 3.55 gears and axles. Clean fleetside bed - with a near perfect tailgate. thanks Renee aka C10 king. All new grill moldings and bezels 110 amp alternator HEI distributor Buddy bucket seats my son wants the bench . Last edited by ebustos; 02-22-2013 at 10:46 PM.

02-22-2013, 04:56 PM	#2
ebustos Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Bakersfield, California Posts: 109	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" here is a picture of the truck as it currently sits. Sorry I dont have any from the very begining. Attached Images

02-22-2013, 05:39 PM	#3
ebustos Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Bakersfield, California Posts: 109	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" more pics Attached Images

02-22-2013, 05:41 PM	#4
ebustos Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Bakersfield, California Posts: 109	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" and some more pics. some new sheetmetal. had to replace bothe rockers and cab corners. Now trying to get all the gaps right. Attached Images

02-22-2013, 05:43 PM	#5
ebustos Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Bakersfield, California Posts: 109	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" Going to raise the metal bed floor 9 3/4 of an inch. Made these braces out of angle iron. have a front set up similar to what Delmo did on Nacho. it will house my pumps, tank and battery. Thanks Delmo!!!! Attached Images

02-22-2013, 05:45 PM	#6
ebustos Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Bakersfield, California Posts: 109	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" did not like the cheap aluminum piece that comes with the brothers one piece window kit and wanted something more permenant and sturdy so i came up with this. Attached Images

02-23-2013, 01:57 AM	#7
Racer2172 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Yuma, AZ Posts: 319	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" Nice build and welcome to the forum. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 65 C-10 Times gone by(Sons truck)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...92#post6164692 70 C-30 Tow truck AKA Highlighter 02 Silverado 2500 HD CUCVII Tow Rig/DD 1968 C10 Project Quarantine http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804800 1980 Buick Regal Dirt Stock car

03-19-2013, 07:31 AM	#8
rhd_c10 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Avondale,az Posts: 169	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" nice truck.. i love impalas too... i wanna build a 62 conv. next __________________ my rhd build.. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=468712 1964 CHEVROLET BISCAYNE 350CI/TH-350 1968 CHEVROLET C-10 SWB LS1/4L60E

03-19-2013, 07:51 AM	#9
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,731	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" Great project. Going to be a beautiful ride when it's done. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER"

10-29-2013, 09:31 AM	#10
johnlq6975 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Pryor Oklahoma Posts: 29	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" cool

10-29-2013, 10:43 AM	#11
kvann72 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: independence mo Posts: 52	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" looking sweet man like the one piece set up on the windows.

10-29-2013, 12:56 PM	#12
Bennett68C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 5,518	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" Nice project, I'm subscribed for updates __________________ Keith 66 Suburban Burb Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751361 IG: bennett68c10

10-29-2013, 04:54 PM	#13
ebustos Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Bakersfield, California Posts: 109	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" Well the only thing I've done to this truck lately is complete the bed by raising the bed floor. I also installed the Hills inner fenders. I would highly recomend these. super nice. However, since I'm running 22" I moved them up about 1/2" just to get a little more clearance. Not sure yet if the truck will lay completely on the frame now. but thats okay I could live with this truck not laying completely on the frame. I also ordered, actually just paid for a set of 22" Bonspeed wheels since they had a great sale of buy three get one free. I havent decided on the wheel choice yet. I'm leaning towards the big blocks with a brushed center finish or the quasars. Now i just found a painter that was willing to take on this project at a reasonable price. So it will be off to paint soon. Decided to do a non metallic stock color. I will try an upload some pictures later.

10-29-2013, 04:55 PM	#14
ebustos Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Bakersfield, California Posts: 109	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" I forgot I went with a the 1" narrowed control arms.

10-30-2013, 04:24 PM	#15
stevenbear72 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 104	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" What radiator and fans are you using? How much were they if i may ask? __________________ 68' Cst10 w/69 front, 5.3/4L60e swap, 12 bolt 4.11's Project "Huckleberry" 68 GMC K1500 1/2 ton L83/6L80e



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10-30-2013, 04:34 PM	#16
ebustos Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Bakersfield, California Posts: 109	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" Im using the dual fan set up by flex-a-lite. I built a cover that goes over it and the radiator.

10-30-2013, 05:59 PM	#17
C/10 King Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: A****er, CA Posts: 5,594	Re: 1968 project rebuild "Sons truck" Eddie, do you still need a radiator support, Shui has a nice one now. __________________ C/10 Rene 1966 Short Fleet "The Hag" 1967 CST Short Fleet "Dark Poly" 1971 Short Fleet 1970 Jimmy Custom 2 WD "Golden Ticket" 1972 Blazer 2 WD "Retro Blaze"

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