Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) - Page 10 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**nlped** · 06-22-2020, 10:17 AM

Cool setup. This trucks getting better & better, but I gotta ask... a 3.00 gear with that 8 speed automatic and 28-1/2’ish tire seems a bit high. My calculations puts that beast at 87 mph in 8th turning 2000 rpm?

Camaroguy · 06-22-2020, 12:32 PM

Truck is beautiful. Good job.

C10_ustacould · 06-22-2020, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by nlped

Cool setup. This trucks getting better & better, but I gotta ask... a 3.00 gear with that 8 speed automatic and 28-1/2’ish tire seems a bit high. My calculations puts that beast at 87 mph in 8th turning 2000 rpm?

It’s about managing low gear. First gear is a 4.56 ratio, it’s really tough to leave a stop sign/light without giving it too much juice, the 3.00 will calm that down. Our ZL1 has a 2.77 read gear.

**nlped** · 06-22-2020, 07:40 PM

^^^ Gotcha! I knew it had a crazy 1st gear.

**GSFMECH** · 07-22-2020, 08:28 AM

Man this truck just keeps getting better, awesome job guys.

C10_ustacould · 08-07-2021, 10:56 AM

I just came back to poke around the board and realized I never posted any photos after we go the 9 inch swap and wheel tub install done. Here are some pics...

Quick Performance housing just back from powder coat.
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9 inch installed
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All done with the new 20x10 wheels and 305/35-20s
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Much better!
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SCOTI · 08-07-2021, 12:05 PM

Great looking truck. So cool this site was a big part of its origin.

TK1636 · 08-07-2021, 03:18 PM

Nice truck, I love how it sounds, I might have to try the QA1 suspension looks very trick.

**Palf70Step** · 08-07-2021, 06:35 PM

Nice, Hopefully we'll get to see it at CTC

CC69Rat · 08-07-2021, 08:42 PM

Looks great Buck. I'm building a 67 short fleet now. 6.0 / 4l80. I'll be doing a similar color combo on it. Your truck is definitely inspiring.

**GSFMECH** · 08-08-2021, 12:49 PM

Looking good!!

C10_ustacould · 08-09-2021, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Great looking truck. So cool this site was a big part of its origin.

Yes it does have a bit of provenance. (said in my best Harvard voice

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Originally Posted by TK1636

Nice truck, I love how it sounds, I might have to try the QA1 suspension looks very trick.

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by Palf70Step

Nice, Hopefully we'll get to see it at CTC

The wife and I will be there, the boy will be inscholl up in Nashville.

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Looks great Buck. I'm building a 67 short fleet now. 6.0 / 4l80. I'll be doing a similar color combo on it. Your truck is definitely inspiring.

Hell yeah, I'll follow along!

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Looking good!!

Thanks Mike!

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**nlped** · 08-09-2021, 08:48 PM

Is the boy at Vandi? My youngest daughter is in Grad school there.

C10_ustacould · 08-09-2021, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by nlped

Is the boy at Vandi? My youngest daughter is in Grad school there.

No, he's at Nashville Auto Diesel aka Lincoln Tech.

**3757chevy** · 08-11-2021, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by SCOTI

Great looking truck. So cool this site was a big part of its origin.

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Originally Posted by C10_ustacould

Pic of the tubs "installed"...
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This truck build was one of the reasons I joined the sight, watching the early days of the build inspired me . Good bunch of guys here.

You have taken it a step further and it's looking really good

**Dieselwrencher** · 08-12-2021, 07:25 AM

The new 9" looks really nice as do the tubs!

**GSFMECH** · 08-13-2021, 11:36 AM

Ernie are you bringing it to C10s in the Park or Milly?

C10_ustacould · 08-13-2021, 04:58 PM

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Ernie are you bringing it to C10s in the Park or Milly?

We are driving the '67 over.

I. Can't. Wait!

C10_ustacould · 08-13-2021, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

This truck build was one of the reasons I joined the sight, watching the early days of the build inspired me . Good bunch of guys here.

You have taken it a step further and it's looking really good

Yep, I've met friends I will have for the rest of my life on here.

C10_ustacould · 09-26-2021, 04:00 PM

The old Girl and Milly hangin' out in the shop.

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**Kronald_70GMC** · 09-26-2021, 04:02 PM

Man that is on helluva shop you've got there!

**Dieselwrencher** · 10-01-2021, 06:11 AM

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Man that is on helluva shop you've got there!

I totally agree! I like the banner for each truck on the wall too. Very nice set up!

C10_ustacould · 10-02-2021, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Kronald_70GMC

Man that is on helluva shop you've got there!

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I totally agree! I like the banner for each truck on the wall too. Very nice set up!

Thank y'all, it's been a long time coming.

06-22-2020, 10:17 AM	#226
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) Cool setup. This trucks getting better & better, but I gotta ask... a 3.00 gear with that 8 speed automatic and 28-1/2’ish tire seems a bit high. My calculations puts that beast at 87 mph in 8th turning 2000 rpm? __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

06-22-2020, 12:32 PM	#227
Camaroguy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Farmington NM Posts: 655	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) Truck is beautiful. Good job. __________________ Former Build (68 c10 swb): http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=724379 (SOLD) Current Built (68 c10 swb): http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=787712

06-22-2020, 07:40 PM	#229
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) ^^^ Gotcha! I knew it had a crazy 1st gear. __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

07-22-2020, 08:28 AM	#230
GSFMECH On the road Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NATCHITOCHES LOUISIANA Posts: 818	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) Man this truck just keeps getting better, awesome job guys. __________________ Mike Castro- 72 SWB. Ochre and White. 496/400 turbo, GV OD ,Dakota Digital dash , tilt, Vintage Air, PS, hydro boost, factory buckets, console, QA-1 Coil over suspension, 20/20"Billet Specialties Magnetos 72 SWB. Med blue. 454/400 turbo, tach, tilt, Stock AC, PS,PDB, factory buckets, console, ECE 4/6 drop w/ 2" blocks and C-notch, 20/20"Coys- Crashed and destroyed by drunk driver Sept 2019. New 72 build in the works. My new build thread "Castro" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=820934 My old build thread, the blue truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=271489 www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

08-07-2021, 10:56 AM	#231
C10_ustacould A day late and $1 short... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northwest FL Posts: 3,877	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) I just came back to poke around the board and realized I never posted any photos after we go the 9 inch swap and wheel tub install done. Here are some pics... Quick Performance housing just back from powder coat. 9 inch installed All done with the new 20x10 wheels and 305/35-20s Much better! __________________ Buck Instagram: C10_ustacould 1963 SWB Fleet Side 528 Desert Beige Milly 1967 SWB Step Side 506 Medium Blue The Old Girl 1968 SWB Fleet Side 503 Light Green Ellie SOLD 1965 SWB Fleet Side 507 Light Blue Prescription Strength SOLD 1971 SWB Fleet Side 521 White Shiro SOLD 1968 SWB Step Side 503 Light Green My Old Farm Truck SOLD

08-07-2021, 12:05 PM	#232
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,025	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) Great looking truck. So cool this site was a big part of its origin. __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

08-07-2021, 03:18 PM	#233
TK1636 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: Casa Grande Arizona Posts: 39	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) Nice truck, I love how it sounds, I might have to try the QA1 suspension looks very trick.

08-07-2021, 06:35 PM	#234
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,061	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) Nice, Hopefully we'll get to see it at CTC __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

08-07-2021, 08:42 PM	#235
CC69Rat Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,207	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) Looks great Buck. I'm building a 67 short fleet now. 6.0 / 4l80. I'll be doing a similar color combo on it. Your truck is definitely inspiring. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

08-08-2021, 12:49 PM	#236
GSFMECH On the road Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NATCHITOCHES LOUISIANA Posts: 818	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) Looking good!! __________________ Mike Castro- 72 SWB. Ochre and White. 496/400 turbo, GV OD ,Dakota Digital dash , tilt, Vintage Air, PS, hydro boost, factory buckets, console, QA-1 Coil over suspension, 20/20"Billet Specialties Magnetos 72 SWB. Med blue. 454/400 turbo, tach, tilt, Stock AC, PS,PDB, factory buckets, console, ECE 4/6 drop w/ 2" blocks and C-notch, 20/20"Coys- Crashed and destroyed by drunk driver Sept 2019. New 72 build in the works. My new build thread "Castro" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=820934 My old build thread, the blue truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=271489 www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

08-09-2021, 08:48 PM	#238
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) Is the boy at Vandi? My youngest daughter is in Grad school there. __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

08-12-2021, 07:25 AM	#241
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) The new 9" looks really nice as do the tubs! __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

08-13-2021, 11:36 AM	#242
GSFMECH On the road Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: NATCHITOCHES LOUISIANA Posts: 818	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) Ernie are you bringing it to C10s in the Park or Milly? __________________ Mike Castro- 72 SWB. Ochre and White. 496/400 turbo, GV OD ,Dakota Digital dash , tilt, Vintage Air, PS, hydro boost, factory buckets, console, QA-1 Coil over suspension, 20/20"Billet Specialties Magnetos 72 SWB. Med blue. 454/400 turbo, tach, tilt, Stock AC, PS,PDB, factory buckets, console, ECE 4/6 drop w/ 2" blocks and C-notch, 20/20"Coys- Crashed and destroyed by drunk driver Sept 2019. New 72 build in the works. My new build thread "Castro" https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=820934 My old build thread, the blue truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=271489 www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com

09-26-2021, 04:00 PM	#245
C10_ustacould A day late and $1 short... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Northwest FL Posts: 3,877	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) The old Girl and Milly hangin' out in the shop. __________________ Buck Instagram: C10_ustacould 1963 SWB Fleet Side 528 Desert Beige Milly 1967 SWB Step Side 506 Medium Blue The Old Girl 1968 SWB Fleet Side 503 Light Green Ellie SOLD 1965 SWB Fleet Side 507 Light Blue Prescription Strength SOLD 1971 SWB Fleet Side 521 White Shiro SOLD 1968 SWB Step Side 503 Light Green My Old Farm Truck SOLD

09-26-2021, 04:02 PM	#246
Kronald_70GMC Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Martensville, Saskatchewan Posts: 964	Re: Old Girl (aka Project Underhaulin) Man that is on helluva shop you've got there! __________________ Kyle 1970 GMC "Project Splice" 2017 Silverado LTZ (Daily Driver) IG: kyle_ronald



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