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**68SWB4x4** · 07-12-2010, 10:37 PM

[QUOTE=70BLAZERX2;4082353]I just put the dana 60 dually front and a 14bolt dually rear under a 69 K/20 frame and built this truck.

The front end was a bolt in.

Nice truck man!

70BLAZERX2 · 07-13-2010, 03:02 PM

Thank you..this ton dually 4x4 will hual 5,000 lbs of gravel and i even made it a dump bed..A few trips to tracker supply..and it was done..Now i need to paint it.

Nice burb...

70rs/ss · 07-16-2010, 04:35 PM

Glad to see you are still giving it heck!! I bought that K30 and pulled the drivetrain about a week or two ago and will get the axles next. Anyone want a nice rust free 81 K30, come get it or it'll get crushed!! I am concerned about the front lift? I am sceeerd I'll need a ladder to get in it?! Looking good!!

70BLAZERX2 · 07-16-2010, 06:27 PM

This is the stock 1969 K/20 top main leaf,and stock 1987 K/30 front springs ,less the top one and look how high i am sitting..It looks great..

Attachment 608739[/QUOTE]

jbclassix · 01-05-2011, 02:16 PM

any updates?

70BLAZERX2 · 01-05-2011, 05:56 PM

mine with 5,320 lbs of gravel..The front 87 sway bar ,i used old shackle for rear leafs ..and bolted it to stock 69 crossmember..rides great.

Would like to see updates too.

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plummen · 01-17-2011, 02:33 AM

i like it,same thing i want to do to my 56

67chevy1series · 02-13-2011, 12:27 AM

cool build i like the buckets! you need to weld a bracket to the back so the arm rest/seat back doesnt flip all the way back... dont know if you thought about it or not...

Mt Man Chad · 04-15-2011, 02:42 AM

Looks like yours is almost a twin to my recently purchased 68 Chevy 4X4 burb.
Nice truck!

**68SWB4x4** · 10-23-2011, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mt Man Chad

Looks like yours is almost a twin to my recently purchased 68 Chevy 4X4 burb.
Nice truck!

Sweet! Got any pics? TTT to keep me accountable.....

**68SWB4x4** · 08-29-2014, 01:36 PM

Life has been crazy busy with competing as a strongman, getting married, starting a business etc but I am going this afternoon to pick up my baby and bring her home from my moms ranch! Time to get serious

**68SWB4x4** · 08-31-2014, 05:05 PM

Got it loaded up and just about in the driveway... That might not seem like too big of a deal but it was parked on the side of a huge hill no brakes, no winch, giant burb... Got it done though! Feels good to have it home... Now to get the 454/th400/np205 over here and get this thing going...

**68SWB4x4** · 10-19-2014, 12:43 AM

got the 454 tbi/th400/np205 to the house now... Not sure on the direction I want to go with building it. keep the tbi? throw on a carb? get aluminium heads, etc and build it up really nice? choices....

Jsfucttruck · 12-10-2014, 02:33 PM

Well if you want a solid runner with good torque that runs on it's side. Keep the TBI. If you want to make some power, heads, cam, intake and a carb.

**68SWB4x4** · 12-10-2014, 02:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jsfucttruck

Well if you want a solid runner with good torque that runs on it's side. Keep the TBI. If you want to make some power, heads, cam, intake and a carb.

I'm leaning towards the TBI,

It will be awhile before I need to decide anyway though. I got the captnfab parts to put the hydroboost setup on and will do so next week when I recover from surgery

twistedchevy · 02-17-2015, 10:26 PM

Bump

**68SWB4x4** · 02-20-2015, 05:12 PM

Been trying to track down a 14bolt full floater that isn't $600

Put a power brake booster on it and been tightening up some loose ends as I am going to get it running/driving as is with the current 327

Also noticed the hard brake line is busted so I am ordering a all new set of stainless lines and extended stainless steel lines from Inline Tube next week and replacing the sending unit in the gas tank.

Something that concerns me is the clutch won't return maybe the pressure plate is stuck from sitting? All the return springs, etc are hooked up

**LockDoc** · 02-20-2015, 05:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68SWB4x4

Been trying to track down a 14bolt full floater that isn't $600

Put a power brake booster on it and been tightening up some loose ends as I am going to get it running/driving as is with the current 327

Also noticed the hard brake line is busted so I am ordering a all new set of stainless lines and extended stainless steel lines from Inline Tube next week and replacing the sending unit in the gas tank.

Something that concerns me is the clutch won't return maybe the pressure plate is stuck from sitting? All the return springs, etc are hooked up

On the clutch do you mean that the pedal is on the floor? The pressure plate doesn't normally stick unless it goes over center. The clutch disk is what sticks from sitting and in that case it just won't release when you push the pedal down. The pedal still works as it should.

LockDoc

**68SWB4x4** · 02-21-2015, 07:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LockDoc

On the clutch do you mean that the pedal is on the floor? The pressure plate doesn't normally stick unless it goes over center. The clutch disk is what sticks from sitting and in that case it just won't release when you push the pedal down. The pedal still works as it should.

LockDoc

I can press the clutch down and it stays there unless i pull it back up

Thanks!

**LockDoc** · 02-21-2015, 09:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 68SWB4x4

I can press the clutch down and it stays there unless i pull it back up

Thanks!

Does it actually release though? Can you have someone roll the truck with the trans in gear and the clutch pushed in? Are you sure all of the linkage is connected? It sounds like the linkage might be disconnected somewhere.

LockDoc

vectorit · 02-22-2015, 04:20 PM

Kalle, I have a 14 bolt FF that is already set up for a '68 burb.

I'd make you a deal on it if you want to make a trip down to SoCal.

**68SWB4x4** · 02-22-2015, 04:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vectorit

Kalle, I have a 14 bolt FF that is already set up for a '68 burb.

I'd make you a deal on it if you want to make a trip down to SoCal.

What gear ratio and where in SoCal? I will probably take you up on that! We visit family in San Diego a few times a year

**68SWB4x4** · 02-22-2015, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LockDoc

Does it actually release though? Can you have someone roll the truck with the trans in gear and the clutch pushed in? Are you sure all of the linkage is connected? It sounds like the linkage might be disconnected somewhere.

LockDoc

yes it releases, It is not in a spot to be rolled right now, especially without the brakes working lol.

It was disconnected and I found where and reconnected it. I will have to look into it more and deal with getting the brakes working first

vectorit · 02-22-2015, 04:25 PM

I don't know the gear ratio, but I could pull the cover off and figure out.

I am in the Temecula area just off Winchester Rd on I-15.

**68SWB4x4** · 02-22-2015, 04:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vectorit

I don't know the gear ratio, but I could pull the cover off and figure out.

I am in the Temecula area just off Winchester Rd on I-15.

Sent you a PM

Thanks!

07-12-2010, 10:37 PM	#76
68SWB4x4 Strongman Garage Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Salinas, CA Posts: 10,241	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up [QUOTE=70BLAZERX2;4082353]I just put the dana 60 dually front and a 14bolt dually rear under a 69 K/20 frame and built this truck. The front end was a bolt in. Nice truck man! __________________ Kalle 68 GMC Suburban 1500 4x4 SOLD 69 Pontiac Lemans 99 Silverado 4.8 5 speed ECSB [ Facebook Instagram Subscribe on YOUTUBE

07-13-2010, 03:02 PM	#77
70BLAZERX2 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: GREENEVILLE TENNESSEE Posts: 1,310	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up Thank you..this ton dually 4x4 will hual 5,000 lbs of gravel and i even made it a dump bed..A few trips to tracker supply..and it was done..Now i need to paint it. Nice burb...

07-16-2010, 04:35 PM	#78
70rs/ss Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 7,271	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up Glad to see you are still giving it heck!! I bought that K30 and pulled the drivetrain about a week or two ago and will get the axles next. Anyone want a nice rust free 81 K30, come get it or it'll get crushed!! I am concerned about the front lift? I am sceeerd I'll need a ladder to get in it?! Looking good!!

07-16-2010, 06:27 PM	#79
70BLAZERX2 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: GREENEVILLE TENNESSEE Posts: 1,310	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up This is the stock 1969 K/20 top main leaf,and stock 1987 K/30 front springs ,less the top one and look how high i am sitting..It looks great.. Attachment 608739[/QUOTE]

01-05-2011, 02:16 PM	#80
jbclassix Junk Yartist Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Greeley, CO Posts: 2,203	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up any updates? __________________ -Jeremy YOU ONLY FAIL IF YOU STOP TRYING 70 Crew Cab Build Link 70 GMC Suburban 4X4 build thread 95 Yukon Daily Driver Rebuilding an NP205

01-05-2011, 05:56 PM	#81
70BLAZERX2 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: GREENEVILLE TENNESSEE Posts: 1,310	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up mine with 5,320 lbs of gravel..The front 87 sway bar ,i used old shackle for rear leafs ..and bolted it to stock 69 crossmember..rides great. Would like to see updates too. Last edited by 70BLAZERX2; 01-05-2011 at 05:57 PM.

01-17-2011, 02:33 AM	#82
plummen Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: louisville ne Posts: 131	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up i like it,same thing i want to do to my 56

02-13-2011, 12:27 AM	#83
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up cool build i like the buckets! you need to weld a bracket to the back so the arm rest/seat back doesnt flip all the way back... dont know if you thought about it or not...

04-15-2011, 02:42 AM	#84
Mt Man Chad Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Oakridge Oregon Posts: 1,865	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up Looks like yours is almost a twin to my recently purchased 68 Chevy 4X4 burb. Nice truck! __________________ 68 CST SWB - Gold/White 50th anniversary /TH350/Buddy Buckets/3.73 Posi/dogdish caps. 68 K10 Burb - Gold/White 327/SM465/NP205/3.73 "Daa Burb" build thread Last edited by Mt Man Chad; 04-15-2011 at 02:43 AM.

08-29-2014, 01:36 PM	#86
68SWB4x4 Strongman Garage Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Salinas, CA Posts: 10,241	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up Life has been crazy busy with competing as a strongman, getting married, starting a business etc but I am going this afternoon to pick up my baby and bring her home from my moms ranch! Time to get serious __________________ Kalle 68 GMC Suburban 1500 4x4 SOLD 69 Pontiac Lemans 99 Silverado 4.8 5 speed ECSB [ Facebook Instagram Subscribe on YOUTUBE

08-31-2014, 05:05 PM	#87
68SWB4x4 Strongman Garage Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Salinas, CA Posts: 10,241	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up Got it loaded up and just about in the driveway... That might not seem like too big of a deal but it was parked on the side of a huge hill no brakes, no winch, giant burb... Got it done though! Feels good to have it home... Now to get the 454/th400/np205 over here and get this thing going... __________________ Kalle 68 GMC Suburban 1500 4x4 SOLD 69 Pontiac Lemans 99 Silverado 4.8 5 speed ECSB [ Facebook Instagram Subscribe on YOUTUBE

10-19-2014, 12:43 AM	#88
68SWB4x4 Strongman Garage Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Salinas, CA Posts: 10,241	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up got the 454 tbi/th400/np205 to the house now... Not sure on the direction I want to go with building it. keep the tbi? throw on a carb? get aluminium heads, etc and build it up really nice? choices.... __________________ Kalle 68 GMC Suburban 1500 4x4 SOLD 69 Pontiac Lemans 99 Silverado 4.8 5 speed ECSB [ Facebook Instagram Subscribe on YOUTUBE

12-10-2014, 02:33 PM	#89
Jsfucttruck Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Aptos Posts: 363	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up Well if you want a solid runner with good torque that runs on it's side. Keep the TBI. If you want to make some power, heads, cam, intake and a carb.

02-17-2015, 10:26 PM	#91
twistedchevy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: napa, ca Posts: 249	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up Bump __________________ Mine: 72 c20 Chevy suburban, 02 5.3 w/4l60e , factory ac and 50gal tank. 70 k10 Chevy burb, 04 5.3 w/4l60e np241, with dual 30gal saddle tanks and rear 30 gal tank Dads: 67 c10 step side(project) 72 c10 GMC burb 350/400, with 67 Chevy front clip(grocery getter) Ours: 67 c30 tow truck 70 c10 long bed 383stroker w/digital gauges(work truck)

02-20-2015, 05:12 PM	#92
68SWB4x4 Strongman Garage Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Salinas, CA Posts: 10,241	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up Been trying to track down a 14bolt full floater that isn't $600 Put a power brake booster on it and been tightening up some loose ends as I am going to get it running/driving as is with the current 327 Also noticed the hard brake line is busted so I am ordering a all new set of stainless lines and extended stainless steel lines from Inline Tube next week and replacing the sending unit in the gas tank. Something that concerns me is the clutch won't return maybe the pressure plate is stuck from sitting? All the return springs, etc are hooked up __________________ Kalle 68 GMC Suburban 1500 4x4 SOLD 69 Pontiac Lemans 99 Silverado 4.8 5 speed ECSB [ Facebook Instagram Subscribe on YOUTUBE



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02-22-2015, 04:20 PM	#96
vectorit What? Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 7,617	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up Kalle, I have a 14 bolt FF that is already set up for a '68 burb. I'd make you a deal on it if you want to make a trip down to SoCal. Attached Images __________________ Chris 1968 K20 Suburban 1972 K10 LWB PU

02-22-2015, 04:25 PM	#99
vectorit What? Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 7,617	Re: 68 GMC 4x4 Suburban build up I don't know the gear ratio, but I could pull the cover off and figure out. I am in the Temecula area just off Winchester Rd on I-15. __________________ Chris 1968 K20 Suburban 1972 K10 LWB PU

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