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PanelDeland · 07-20-2007, 06:42 PM

There is only one thing about that truck I don't like.I don't usually like a restore as well as a slightly modified truck but that one is beautiful.I even like the 'original' paint.The wheels and tires look good.The mirrors may not be to the taste of some folks but they work really well.I like that you can still see the FD #'s on the visor.Should be a nice ride for parades.It looks like you managed to find all original trim and interior,but doesn't look like much of it is newer than the truck.You should be proud of the awesome job and truck.You should also treasure the memories you made with your dad while restoring the truck.

BTW What I don't like about it? It's not mine!!!

stllookn · 07-20-2007, 07:14 PM

That truck is simply OUTSTANDING! Don't change a thing on it and DON"T cut the dash....PLEASE!!!!!!!! Ok...you can change the gears in the rearend!

jhow66 · 07-20-2007, 07:23 PM

Very Nice!!!! Just think how much nicer it would be if you had painted it red!

nplocoman · 07-20-2007, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by jhow66

Very Nice!!!! Just think how much nicer it would be if you had painted it red!

Oh No! That is as bad as my mirrors flame

TTT for this fine truck

**jerry moss** · 07-20-2007, 11:34 PM

WOOOOOOWSER, very sweet truck.

eedgell · 07-20-2007, 10:34 PM

One thing that I dont like about this truck..... Its not mine!!! I bet it can haul alot of wooood.... Need some? Got plenty to spare from looking at it. Nice job.

LonghornJeff · 07-20-2007, 10:40 PM

Thats a very nice truck....TOTM canadate.

eedgell · 07-20-2007, 10:41 PM

One thing that I dont like about this truck..... Its not mine!!! I bet it can haul alot of wooood.... Need some? Got plenty to spare from looking at it. Nice job.

keenee · 07-21-2007, 04:58 AM

Splendid!!! Bravo!!!! Nice!!!!!

msgross · 07-21-2007, 07:31 AM

I found an NOS AM radio on Ebay for about $40, some go for $80 or that's a good idea about the "radio delete" plate.

Do you have the stock front closed knuckle axle? If you do some searches on here you will see the issues of the power steering. Takes a little mod to mount it to the frame since our frames are missing the "dimple" and "raised pads" but it can be done....

Bishops Trucks · 07-21-2007, 07:41 AM

That is BEAUTIFUL! You guys did a great job on it.

stllookn · 07-21-2007, 09:18 AM

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Do you have the stock front closed knuckle axle? If you do some searches on here you will see the issues of the power steering. Takes a little mod to mount it to the frame since our frames are missing the "dimple" and "raised pads" but it can be done....

I thought the '67's were the only frames not "dimpled" for power steering? Were the '68 4x4's also not dimpled...or were the frame rails different for manual steering trucks? Just curious.

JAKES 68GMC · 07-21-2007, 10:13 AM

My frame isn't dimpled. I tryed fitting the 70 P/S box to the GMC yesterday, and it was just a disaster. 1 bolt hole lined up, there was about an inch of clearence between the steering arm and the leaf spring, the box hit the core support mount. So, today I'm putting my manual steering box back in.

Sorry for the hijack, thats a beautiful 68 Chevy. (I can't get over how pretty it is

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4X4K1500 · 07-21-2007, 10:19 AM

Yes it is closed knuckle and where can I get a radio delete plate?

msgross · 07-21-2007, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by 4X4K1500

Yes it is closed knuckle and where can I get a radio delete plate?

go to the parts board, usually one for sale. You will have to paint it to match your truck color.

69halfton · 07-21-2007, 02:05 PM

beautiful truck!

i love the stance with the ire size, nice choice. io also love that you didn't touch the original motor, just paint. That thing would pull anything, especially with 4.56 gears.

simply unbelivable.

1969k10stepside · 07-21-2007, 02:09 PM

For power steering you could put ram assist power steering on.That's what the 67-68s had anyway.That way you dont have to modify your frame.You dont even have to change steering boxes!And for those wondering..69 is when they started "dimpling" the frames,whether it had power steering or not.67-68s had no dimples in the frame whether it had ram assist power steering or manual steering.

Truck looks great!

4X4K1500 · 07-21-2007, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by 1969k10stepside

For power steering you could put ram assist power steering on.That's what the 67-68s had anyway.That way you dont have to modify your frame.You dont even have to change steering boxes!And for those wondering..69 is when they started "dimpling" the frames,whether it had power steering or not.67-68s had no dimples in the frame whether it had ram assist power steering or manual steering.

Truck looks great!

Where can I look for info for ram assist steering?

nplocoman · 07-21-2007, 06:25 PM

There were a couple on the parts board in the last two or three weeks. List a WTB on the board and you will find the parts!

I just looked at my 68 c20 2wd. it has a dimpled frame with standerd P.S.. You might want to check your frame before you buy a ram set up.

4X4K1500 · 07-22-2007, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by nplocoman

There were a couple on the parts board in the last two or three weeks. List a WTB on the board and you will find the parts!

I just looked at my 68 c20 2wd. it has a dimpled frame with standerd P.S.. You might want to check your frame before you buy a ram set up.

Where would the dimple be and what does it look like?

Bishops Trucks · 07-22-2007, 02:19 AM

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Originally Posted by 1969k10stepside

For power steering you could put ram assist power steering on.That's what the 67-68s had anyway.That way you dont have to modify your frame.You dont even have to change steering boxes!And for those wondering..69 is when they started "dimpling" the frames,whether it had power steering or not.67-68s had no dimples in the frame whether it had ram assist power steering or manual steering.

Truck looks great!

Hey Dustin, what is ram assist? Is that the shock like thing mounted horizontally on the front?

1969k10stepside · 07-22-2007, 11:05 AM

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Hey Dustin, what is ram assist? Is that the shock like thing mounted horizontally on the front?

Correct,here is a pic of a ram assist set up..
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msgross · 07-21-2007, 06:28 PM

parts board again... junkyard or Ebay

someone just had one for sale, but plan on spending a little $$$

va_tlc · 07-21-2007, 09:04 PM

vey sharp truck, everything about it is flawless, betcha gonna have a big ole smile on while driving hat...

1969k10stepside · 07-22-2007, 12:25 AM

Non dimpled frame where steering box goes...
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Dimpled frame where steering box goes on 69-72s and some 68s...
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07-20-2007, 06:42 PM	#1
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Our '68 K20 There is only one thing about that truck I don't like.I don't usually like a restore as well as a slightly modified truck but that one is beautiful.I even like the 'original' paint.The wheels and tires look good.The mirrors may not be to the taste of some folks but they work really well.I like that you can still see the FD #'s on the visor.Should be a nice ride for parades.It looks like you managed to find all original trim and interior,but doesn't look like much of it is newer than the truck.You should be proud of the awesome job and truck.You should also treasure the memories you made with your dad while restoring the truck. BTW What I don't like about it? It's not mine!!! __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

07-20-2007, 07:14 PM	#2
stllookn Saving 1 truck at a time! Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Kent, WA Posts: 6,465	Re: Our '68 K20 That truck is simply OUTSTANDING! Don't change a thing on it and DON"T cut the dash....PLEASE!!!!!!!! Ok...you can change the gears in the rearend! __________________ '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 400/TH400 '68 C20 Longhorn 50th Anniversary 468/TH400w/buckets '72 C20 Halfhorn (Longhorn w/o cab and front clip) '69 Flxible Cruiser (look up ugly in the dictionary)

07-20-2007, 07:23 PM	#3
jhow66 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Knoxville Tenn. Posts: 3,058	Re: Our '68 K20 Very Nice!!!! Just think how much nicer it would be if you had painted it red! __________________ 56 Chevy Bel-Air 2dr. HT (purchased new) 71 Chevy Cheyenne SWB PU (502HO) 65 GMC short bed step--work in progress and my gofer

07-20-2007, 11:34 PM	#5
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,791	Re: Our '68 K20 WOOOOOOWSER, very sweet truck. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

07-20-2007, 10:34 PM	#6
eedgell It's the air up here Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Western Colorado Posts: 710	Re: Our '68 K20 One thing that I dont like about this truck..... Its not mine!!! I bet it can haul alot of wooood.... Need some? Got plenty to spare from looking at it. Nice job. __________________ 1971 cheyenne k10 4 speed np 205 454 BB factory a/c Never drink down stream of the herd! Eric

07-20-2007, 10:40 PM	#7
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07-20-2007, 10:41 PM	#8
eedgell It's the air up here Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Western Colorado Posts: 710	Re: Our '68 K20 One thing that I dont like about this truck..... Its not mine!!! I bet it can haul alot of wooood.... Need some? Got plenty to spare from looking at it. Nice job. __________________ 1971 cheyenne k10 4 speed np 205 454 BB factory a/c Never drink down stream of the herd! Eric

07-21-2007, 04:58 AM	#9
keenee Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Houston, Pennsylvania Posts: 231	Re: Our '68 K20 Splendid!!! Bravo!!!! Nice!!!!! __________________ '96 GMC Suburban 6.5t '99 F**d Windstar '07 SON '09 DAUGHTER XOXOXO Wife

07-21-2007, 07:31 AM	#10
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Our '68 K20 I found an NOS AM radio on Ebay for about $40, some go for $80 or that's a good idea about the "radio delete" plate. Do you have the stock front closed knuckle axle? If you do some searches on here you will see the issues of the power steering. Takes a little mod to mount it to the frame since our frames are missing the "dimple" and "raised pads" but it can be done.... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

07-21-2007, 07:41 AM	#11
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,731	Re: Our '68 K20 That is BEAUTIFUL! You guys did a great job on it. __________________ 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"

07-21-2007, 10:13 AM	#13
JAKES 68GMC Aluminum slot wheels rule... Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Maine Posts: 6,212	Re: Our '68 K20 My frame isn't dimpled. I tryed fitting the 70 P/S box to the GMC yesterday, and it was just a disaster. 1 bolt hole lined up, there was about an inch of clearence between the steering arm and the leaf spring, the box hit the core support mount. So, today I'm putting my manual steering box back in. Sorry for the hijack, thats a beautiful 68 Chevy. (I can't get over how pretty it is)

07-21-2007, 10:19 AM	#14
4X4K1500 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Youngstown Ohio Posts: 21	Re: Our '68 K20 Yes it is closed knuckle and where can I get a radio delete plate?

07-21-2007, 02:05 PM	#16
69halfton Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: King City, Ontario, Canada Posts: 974	Re: Our '68 K20 beautiful truck! i love the stance with the ire size, nice choice. io also love that you didn't touch the original motor, just paint. That thing would pull anything, especially with 4.56 gears. simply unbelivable. __________________ - Jason If you can turn, Youre not going fast enough. Favorite caption: first car to 200 mph in the 1/4 mile, no parachute, drum brakes all the way around.. ..back when men were men.

07-21-2007, 02:09 PM	#17
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,020	Re: Our '68 K20 For power steering you could put ram assist power steering on.That's what the 67-68s had anyway.That way you dont have to modify your frame.You dont even have to change steering boxes!And for those wondering..69 is when they started "dimpling" the frames,whether it had power steering or not.67-68s had no dimples in the frame whether it had ram assist power steering or manual steering. Truck looks great! Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 07-21-2007 at 02:11 PM.

07-21-2007, 06:25 PM	#19
nplocoman never finish start another Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: North Platte Nebraska Posts: 432	Re: Our '68 K20 There were a couple on the parts board in the last two or three weeks. List a WTB on the board and you will find the parts! I just looked at my 68 c20 2wd. it has a dimpled frame with standerd P.S.. You might want to check your frame before you buy a ram set up. Last edited by nplocoman; 07-21-2007 at 06:32 PM.



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07-21-2007, 06:28 PM	#23
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Our '68 K20 parts board again... junkyard or Ebay someone just had one for sale, but plan on spending a little $$$ __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

07-21-2007, 09:04 PM	#24
va_tlc Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: VIRGINIA Posts: 905	Re: Our '68 K20 vey sharp truck, everything about it is flawless, betcha gonna have a big ole smile on while driving hat... __________________ 1969 rs 1966fastback 1969swbc/10 2006gt 1972swb4x4

07-22-2007, 12:25 AM	#25
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,020	Re: Our '68 K20 Non dimpled frame where steering box goes... Dimpled frame where steering box goes on 69-72s and some 68s... Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 07-22-2007 at 12:25 AM.

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