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ole dollor · 02-01-2013, 10:51 PM

ole dollor now has a auto trans , instead of granny 4 speed, had to get a 153 tooth flex plate instead of the 168 tooth i had, starter is said to be a big block starter, put in a lokar auto floor shift its a 16" shifter. sure glad i did not get the 23" one...got all the odds and ends finished and took it out for a drive, when i stop trying to stomp a hole in the floor board trying to find the clutch it will be better, i drove about 45 miles and no leaks or noises. i think i am going to love it better than i did...and a few pic's.

Trsmotrhed · 02-01-2013, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by JonFrankMc

Installed 2.5 drop spindles and 3" rear drop springs.

Went from this:

To this:

Like the stance. I'm going to install 2.5 drop spindles and wasn't sure what drop spring to use in back. Was thinking 4" but like the looks of yours. Not so low you can make it over speed bumps.
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**Steeveedee** · 02-01-2013, 11:07 PM

Drove it for the first time in a few weeks. Hope to do more than keeping it sorta lubed by running it once every few weeks, maybe a camping trip is in my future; my wife is asking about our 32nd anniversary plans...

longbed67 · 02-02-2013, 05:16 PM

Did a little wiring on the '67 and put a new posi rear end in my S10....

but my buddy spotted this truck not to far from where he lives in WI...

ryanroo · 02-02-2013, 05:22 PM

those side steps kind of hinder ground clearance...

shawno72 · 02-02-2013, 05:28 PM

^^Now thats cool!!

magwakeenercew2jh · 02-02-2013, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by ryanroo

those side steps kind of hinder ground clearance...

No, Silly!

Once you climb in, you pull them into the cab and put 'em in your pocket.

Harpie · 02-02-2013, 05:48 PM

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Finished up the drum to disk conversion on my 71s 12bolt used captainfabs impala ss brackets everything went together flawlessly. Now just gotta put it back under the truck.

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71K20chevy · 02-02-2013, 05:59 PM

I finally got the pesky compression fitting off the back of my oil gauge!

71K20chevy · 02-02-2013, 06:01 PM

Ooops, double post

glider_6969 · 02-02-2013, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by ole dollor

ole dollor now has a auto trans , instead of granny 4 speed, had to get a 153 tooth flex plate instead of the 168 tooth i had, starter is said to be a big block starter, put in a lokar auto floor shift its a 16" shifter. sure glad i did not get the 23" one...got all the odds and ends finished and took it out for a drive, when i stop trying to stomp a hole in the floor board trying to find the clutch it will be better, i drove about 45 miles and no leaks or noises. i think i am going to love it better than i did...and a few pic's.

You got any more pics of the install and what tranny is that? Did you have a manual shift in this before?

71long · 02-02-2013, 07:21 PM

Removed dome light, and all caulking from drip rail. Not much but still progress.
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Expat_dude · 02-02-2013, 07:47 PM

Nasty drip rail is gone

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profe56 · 02-02-2013, 08:38 PM

Unplug the front driver side brake hose to order a custom made due to my C10 69 I swaped 80 C10 disc brakes.

profe56 · 02-02-2013, 08:42 PM

By the way:
71/72 calipers will fit in the 73/87 spindles?

ole dollor · 02-02-2013, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by glider_6969

You got any more pics of the install and what tranny is that? Did you have a manual shift in this before?

did not take any pic's of the install, just the th 350 painted , and the pic. of the 168 tooth flexplate that i put in and was to big. it started life as a granny four speed and i changed it over to a auto, it still has the 292 six cyl. its hard to get parts for the 292 and a lot of trial and error. but its back on the road after about 3 weeks of ordering parts and waiting on them to come in, the only pic i took of the install was after it was in and through the floor, need to take some sense i got the floor shift in and the a/c moved back to the middle of the dash.and all back together, also put in a new am fm radio. the old one was no good from the day i put it in. i do like the auto better that the old four speed, old knees need an auto....

74baggedbug · 02-03-2013, 06:31 PM

Popped out the back window today and enjoyed the ride home.. Also today was double time pay for me, so today was a win/win for me
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502ms · 02-03-2013, 06:38 PM

Started a build thread. Check my signature.
Got the pilot bearing for the flywheel mounted, and finished re mounting the tank, compressors and lines closer to the cab.
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glider_6969 · 02-03-2013, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by ole dollor

did not take any pic's of the install, just the th 350 painted , and the pic. of the 168 tooth flexplate that i put in and was to big. it started life as a granny four speed and i changed it over to a auto, it still has the 292 six cyl. its hard to get parts for the 292 and a lot of trial and error. but its back on the road after about 3 weeks of ordering parts and waiting on them to come in, the only pic i took of the install was after it was in and through the floor, need to take some sense i got the floor shift in and the a/c moved back to the middle of the dash.and all back together, also put in a new am fm radio. the old one was no good from the day i put it in. i do like the auto better that the old four speed, old knees need an auto....

So when you first did the change to the auto, what did you do with the clutch pedal? Did you have to change anything under the dash with the pedals.

srea76 · 02-03-2013, 10:07 PM

Got the 72 custom deluxe back on the road today after sitting under a shelter for 8 years. Got a video of first drive by from a friend..lol

https://vimeo.com/58841496

ole dollor · 02-03-2013, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by glider_6969

So when you first did the change to the auto, what did you do with the clutch pedal? Did you have to change anything under the dash with the pedals.

all i did was take the clutch rod off the pedal assembly that went through the fire wall , and all the bell crank parts off the motor. on the pedal i did not want to cut it off and did not want to take everything apart to take it off, so i tied it to the floor and put it under the carpet. one of these days i might just take it out from under the dash . but for right now i will leave it under the carpet, you don't even know it's there.

i will take a pic Monday and post it of the floor and the pedal .

1972SUPERSB · 02-04-2013, 11:05 AM

Installed my new correct color brake booster and ac delco master cylinder with new brake lines
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shawno72 · 02-04-2013, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by 1972SUPERSB

Installed my new correct color brake booster and ac delco master cylinder with new brake lines
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Looks good. I'm going to order new brake lines tomorrow.
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67basketcase · 02-04-2013, 12:27 PM

Made a bracket for my fuel pump and filter, and got it installed. Installed my fuel tank as well.

2Cav · 02-04-2013, 04:08 PM

Order up a copy of the "1969 Chevrolet GMC Truck Shop Service Repair Manual Book Engine Drivetrain OEM" today. Very excited as I love to tinker but I am no mechanic. This should help a lot in my journey I think. Ebay for $23.58

Jeff

02-01-2013, 10:51 PM	#5901
ole dollor Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Anton, Texas Posts: 2,364	Re: What did you do to your truck today! ole dollor now has a auto trans , instead of granny 4 speed, had to get a 153 tooth flex plate instead of the 168 tooth i had, starter is said to be a big block starter, put in a lokar auto floor shift its a 16" shifter. sure glad i did not get the 23" one...got all the odds and ends finished and took it out for a drive, when i stop trying to stomp a hole in the floor board trying to find the clutch it will be better, i drove about 45 miles and no leaks or noises. i think i am going to love it better than i did...and a few pic's. Attached Images

02-01-2013, 11:07 PM	#5903
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,153	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Drove it for the first time in a few weeks. Hope to do more than keeping it sorta lubed by running it once every few weeks, maybe a camping trip is in my future; my wife is asking about our 32nd anniversary plans... __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA

02-02-2013, 05:16 PM	#5904
longbed67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Monroe, WI Posts: 1,415	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Did a little wiring on the '67 and put a new posi rear end in my S10.... but my buddy spotted this truck not to far from where he lives in WI... Attached Images __________________ *Adam* My 1967 C10 - Turbo 250 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=485843 (608) 214-8706

02-02-2013, 05:22 PM	#5905
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02-02-2013, 05:28 PM	#5906
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02-02-2013, 05:48 PM	#5908
Harpie Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Durant OK Posts: 372	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Posted via Mobile Device Finished up the drum to disk conversion on my 71s 12bolt used captainfabs impala ss brackets everything went together flawlessly. Now just gotta put it back under the truck. Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device

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02-02-2013, 06:01 PM	#5910
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02-02-2013, 07:21 PM	#5912
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02-02-2013, 08:38 PM	#5914
profe56 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Chula Vista California Posts: 526	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Unplug the front driver side brake hose to order a custom made due to my C10 69 I swaped 80 C10 disc brakes.

02-02-2013, 08:42 PM	#5915
profe56 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Chula Vista California Posts: 526	Re: What did you do to your truck today! By the way: 71/72 calipers will fit in the 73/87 spindles?

02-03-2013, 06:31 PM	#5917
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02-03-2013, 06:38 PM	#5918
502ms Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,523	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Started a build thread. Check my signature. Got the pilot bearing for the flywheel mounted, and finished re mounting the tank, compressors and lines closer to the cab. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Best Regards, Leon M. Instagram: @TheDirtyDianah Bagged \| 6.0L LS \| T-56 (6-Speed Manual) \| Turbo Burnout/Rolling Video: Chevy C10 Stepside 6.0L LSx & 6-Speed Manual

02-03-2013, 10:07 PM	#5920
srea76 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Hazlehurst, Ga. Posts: 822	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Got the 72 custom deluxe back on the road today after sitting under a shelter for 8 years. Got a video of first drive by from a friend..lol https://vimeo.com/58841496 __________________ 1972 Custom Deluxe LT1 Gen V Swap "Green Lantern" 1984 Silverado Red Baron-72 c10 Project



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02-04-2013, 11:05 AM	#5922
1972SUPERSB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,026	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Installed my new correct color brake booster and ac delco master cylinder with new brake lines Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images __________________ Jeff 1972 Cheyenne Super SWB 350, Auto, Bucket Seats w/Console, Tach, Factory A/C, P/S ,P/B, Tilt 1998 Chevy 1500 Ext Cab 5.7, Pewter w/blue interior

02-04-2013, 12:27 PM	#5924
67basketcase Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Cassopolis, MI Posts: 96	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Made a bracket for my fuel pump and filter, and got it installed. Installed my fuel tank as well. Attached Images

02-04-2013, 04:08 PM	#5925
2Cav Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: St Louis Mo Posts: 22	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Order up a copy of the "1969 Chevrolet GMC Truck Shop Service Repair Manual Book Engine Drivetrain OEM" today. Very excited as I love to tinker but I am no mechanic. This should help a lot in my journey I think. Ebay for $23.58 Jeff __________________ St. Louis, Mo 1969 C10 2011 Dodge Charger R/T (custom)

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