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Camaroguy · 07-03-2017, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Indyspecracer

Love this build! I just picked up a 69 SWB project that has been started, the cab that is painted this color. You guys are doing some really good work, thanks for the build thread!

Thank you for the compliment. Also, congratulations on the new purchase. Good luck with the build!

71' Custom · 06-29-2017, 03:33 PM

Ok, I am hooked in, love that silver/chromish frame

Camaroguy · 07-03-2017, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by 71' Custom

Ok, I am hooked in, love that silver/chromish frame

Thank you. I haven't had a chance to do any work on the truck recently but hope to in the next week or so.

Camaroguy · 07-09-2017, 06:16 PM

I got a little done yesterday but didn't take any pics. I finally finished the ds wing window so all the glass is done. I also got the windshield wipers installed.

The following pics are pretty cool I think. They are having a rocker/cab corner party at my dad's shop. The black truck (72 fleet) is my cousins. He trailered it here from Texas. The red truck (72 step) is my nephews.

Camaroguy · 07-24-2017, 09:34 AM

Brief update: I spent a few hours on the truck last Friday. The truck is fully wired for the most part. I need to finish the tail lights once the bed is on and install and wire the Vintage Air. I also need to install the ls harness. However, I have to say it was exciting to turn the key and hear the fuel pump cycle for the first time though.

Camaroguy · 08-07-2017, 10:37 AM

Last Thursday the shop got the Vintage Air unit installed and wired. My goal in the next week or two is to re-cover the bench seat and get the interior pretty much complete.

CG · 08-13-2017, 10:33 AM

The vintage air controls are the best Ive ever seen here on the board, very nice work all the way around.

Camaroguy · 08-13-2017, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by CG

The vintage air controls are the best Ive ever seen here on the board, very nice work all the way around.

Hey, thank you very much!

Camaroguy · 08-13-2017, 11:58 AM

Ok, here's a link to the first start up......https://youtu.be/L_Dq1eKe62o

Camaroguy · 08-13-2017, 12:03 PM

And the second video.....https://youtu.be/yni1o__FrOE

**nlped** · 08-13-2017, 06:05 PM

Just read the whole thread. This is going to be one Beautiful truck. It's a much prettier version of my Walter...

**nlped** · 08-13-2017, 06:40 PM

I Don't think this one will fall into my budget unless I was finished with Walter. So, I'll need you to slow way down.

Camaroguy · 08-13-2017, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by nlped

I Don't think this one will fall into my budget unless I was finished with Walter. So, I'll need you to slow way down.

You have until November. Hahaha

The plan is to take this one to Goodguys in Scottsdale, November 17-19, and try and sell it.

builtbyKane · 08-13-2017, 08:12 PM

Start up sounded mean. I know you said there was no exhaust, but is that just a stock motor. Ls3?

Camaroguy · 08-13-2017, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by builtbyKane

Start up sounded mean. I know you said there was no exhaust, but is that just a stock motor. Ls3?

It's a stock 11k mile Pontiac g8 l76. Even has stock exhaust manifolds on it. Basically the same as an ls3 from what I understand. I agree, sounds mean.

Camaroguy · 08-19-2017, 09:43 AM

Few updates for the week:

First, my bed was delivered. Looks pretty good. One small area that was damaged in shipping but not too bad. We're going to go ahead and fill the stake pocket holes.

Camaroguy · 08-19-2017, 09:47 AM

Second, we got the brakes bled but the pedal isn't right so we ordered a new booster/master cylinder/proportioning valve combo. It should be delivered this week.

Third, this isn't a very good pic, but my dad started building the exhaust. I'll try and get some better pics when it's finished.

Camaroguy · 08-19-2017, 05:27 PM

Finished the seat up today. Came out pretty decent.
The pic doesn't show up very well but also installed the new visors.

Camaroguy · 08-19-2017, 05:30 PM

This isn't the best picture either but I installed the overflow container. I found this one and thought it was kind of cool because it looks like the factory wiper reservoir.

beaterku · 08-25-2017, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Camaroguy

This isn't the best picture either but I installed the overflow container. I found this one and thought it was kind of cool because it looks like the factory wiper reservoir.

Which reservoir is this?

Camaroguy · 08-25-2017, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by beaterku

Which reservoir is this?

It's a coolant overflow I found online. I think I got it from Brother's.

Camaroguy · 08-20-2017, 09:44 AM

Anyone have any experience with these mufflers? I'm looking for a quiet but healthy sound.

Camaroguy · 08-22-2017, 09:36 PM

Exhaust is getting closer to being finished. Waiting for some exhaust pipe to come in to finish the tailpipes.

72_swb · 08-22-2017, 10:18 PM

What a good looking build. Can't wait to see them hood hinges mounted up. May get me a set.

Camaroguy · 08-22-2017, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 72_swb

What a good looking build. Can't wait to see them hood hinges mounted up. May get me a set.

I'm not following, what hood hinges?

06-29-2017, 03:33 PM	#2
71' Custom Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Grapevine, TX Posts: 361	Re: '68 c10 build Ok, I am hooked in, love that silver/chromish frame __________________ ..........___ ..____//_{)] ______ [_(O)_[___][__(O)_] Project: Under Pressure II http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=559720

07-09-2017, 06:16 PM	#4
Camaroguy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Farmington NM Posts: 655	Re: '68 c10 build I got a little done yesterday but didn't take any pics. I finally finished the ds wing window so all the glass is done. I also got the windshield wipers installed. The following pics are pretty cool I think. They are having a rocker/cab corner party at my dad's shop. The black truck (72 fleet) is my cousins. He trailered it here from Texas. The red truck (72 step) is my nephews. Attached Images __________________ 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

07-24-2017, 09:34 AM	#5
Camaroguy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Farmington NM Posts: 655	Re: '68 c10 build Brief update: I spent a few hours on the truck last Friday. The truck is fully wired for the most part. I need to finish the tail lights once the bed is on and install and wire the Vintage Air. I also need to install the ls harness. However, I have to say it was exciting to turn the key and hear the fuel pump cycle for the first time though. __________________ 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

08-07-2017, 10:37 AM	#6
Camaroguy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Farmington NM Posts: 655	Re: '68 c10 build Last Thursday the shop got the Vintage Air unit installed and wired. My goal in the next week or two is to re-cover the bench seat and get the interior pretty much complete. __________________ 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

08-13-2017, 10:33 AM	#7
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 19,804	Re: '68 c10 build The vintage air controls are the best Ive ever seen here on the board, very nice work all the way around. __________________ … … … … … … … … ... … … … … … … … … … … …

08-13-2017, 11:58 AM	#9
Camaroguy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Farmington NM Posts: 655	Re: '68 c10 build Ok, here's a link to the first start up......https://youtu.be/L_Dq1eKe62o __________________ 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

08-13-2017, 12:03 PM	#10
Camaroguy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Farmington NM Posts: 655	Re: '68 c10 build And the second video.....https://youtu.be/yni1o__FrOE __________________ 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

08-13-2017, 06:05 PM	#11
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: '68 c10 build Just read the whole thread. This is going to be one Beautiful truck. It's a much prettier version of my Walter... Attached Images __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

08-13-2017, 06:40 PM	#12
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: '68 c10 build I Don't think this one will fall into my budget unless I was finished with Walter. So, I'll need you to slow way down. __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

08-13-2017, 08:12 PM	#14
builtbyKane Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: mountain home, AR Posts: 794	Re: '68 c10 build Start up sounded mean. I know you said there was no exhaust, but is that just a stock motor. Ls3? __________________ Project Double Tap http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=555901 69 Olive Verde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=734720

08-19-2017, 09:43 AM	#16
Camaroguy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Farmington NM Posts: 655	Re: '68 c10 build Few updates for the week: First, my bed was delivered. Looks pretty good. One small area that was damaged in shipping but not too bad. We're going to go ahead and fill the stake pocket holes. Attached Images __________________ 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

08-19-2017, 09:47 AM	#17
Camaroguy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Farmington NM Posts: 655	Re: '68 c10 build Second, we got the brakes bled but the pedal isn't right so we ordered a new booster/master cylinder/proportioning valve combo. It should be delivered this week. Third, this isn't a very good pic, but my dad started building the exhaust. I'll try and get some better pics when it's finished. Attached Images __________________ 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

08-19-2017, 05:27 PM	#18
Camaroguy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Farmington NM Posts: 655	Re: '68 c10 build Finished the seat up today. Came out pretty decent. The pic doesn't show up very well but also installed the new visors. Attached Images __________________ 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

08-19-2017, 05:30 PM	#19
Camaroguy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Farmington NM Posts: 655	Re: '68 c10 build This isn't the best picture either but I installed the overflow container. I found this one and thought it was kind of cool because it looks like the factory wiper reservoir. Attached Images __________________ 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

08-20-2017, 09:44 AM	#22
Camaroguy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Farmington NM Posts: 655	Re: '68 c10 build Anyone have any experience with these mufflers? I'm looking for a quiet but healthy sound. Attached Images __________________ 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



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08-22-2017, 09:36 PM	#23
Camaroguy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Farmington NM Posts: 655	Re: '68 c10 build Exhaust is getting closer to being finished. Waiting for some exhaust pipe to come in to finish the tailpipes. Attached Images __________________ 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

08-22-2017, 10:18 PM	#24
72_swb Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: dallas area Posts: 221	Re: '68 c10 build What a good looking build. Can't wait to see them hood hinges mounted up. May get me a set. __________________ 69 build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=727311

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