1968 C20-1977 frame

[California gold 68]

Well I finally pulled my head out of my -ss and figured how to post a picture... quite a accomplishment for someone who is so computer challenged I started this build with 1972 chassis and sheet metal, but the frame was kinda crummy and the body was rougher than I first thought. So the search was on...... my brother had a friend who's neighbor had a 1968 C20 and I got it for $200. Next up was a rolling chassis for $500. Really nice frame from a 1977 GMC K2500 with a Dana 44 and 14 bolt rear. Heavy duty 13'' brakes and beefy rear leafs! Started with the rear end and painted it with POR15.... don't get this stuff on your hands.... comes off only with a week's worth of time!!!







My finished truck will be a flat bed. The original bed from the 68 was recycled. It came with a wood bed that was junk. The truck is going to roll on 35's. Really are lighter weight than I wanted for a 3/4T, but the price was right. I was told Yokohama's are pretty decent. Thanks go out to you guys & gals for posting your builds... gives me hope that I'll be rolling by this fall