1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 06-01-2015, 03:30 PM

Update and new plans:
We just got a 63 c60 that is nearly rust free so we are going to use most of the sheet metal except for the hood and grill. We are going to use the short bed and all the custom trim. The drive train will consist of a 1977 Chevy frame that was completely rebuilt and lowered. The wheels on the frame right now are 15"x7" on the front and 15"x12" on the rear but that is going to change. The engine is a built 454. The transmission is a rebuilt th400.

Check post #19 for pics of c60

1963c-10 · 06-01-2015, 03:58 PM

Welcome and very cool project you have planned.

Do you already have the original trim? It can be elusive to find.

Looking forward to updates on the build!!!!

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 06-01-2015, 04:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1963c-10

Welcome and very cool project you have planned.

Do you already have the original trim? It can be elusive to find.

Looking forward to updates on the build!!!!

Yep we got the trim. We just have to find the grill and a v8 hood emblem.

1963c-10 · 06-01-2015, 04:18 PM

Very cool. I'm in the process of two builds (63's stepside and fleetside) and will be using the 1960 trim on my fleetside also. By far one of the hardest things I had to source for either build.

I did put a complete set of the back cab trim together for both trucks and have a almost complete set of trim for my fleetside. Just need one more door piece is needed at this point.

I like the resto mod theme as its what I like also. Stock look and plenty of upgrades under the hood for safety and speed of course!!!

1963c-10 · 06-01-2015, 04:20 PM

The v8 emblems and grills do pop up from time to time. Just saw a 6 cyl bowtie on ebay the other day, which they don't pop up that often either.

Might not hurt to post a want to buy in the classifieds here also.

**TJ's Chevy** · 06-01-2015, 09:37 PM

Very cool build. Awesome to see a 454 going in there as well.

Ta2Don · 06-01-2015, 09:54 PM

Big Block!!!

rwade · 06-01-2015, 10:38 PM

I'm in for this one

Wade

Jeff La · 06-02-2015, 11:09 AM

Waiting for more

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 10-11-2015, 10:16 PM

Been a while so here is an update. We picked up a parts truck with a cab in a lot better shape a while back. It just needs rockers and a small floor repair. It is a gmc cab with a small window so we had to remove the small window panel and dash. Then we removed the chevy dash and big window panel from the other cab. After that we sand blasted and epoxy primed it. Pics to follow.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 10-11-2015, 10:25 PM

Cab Pics

**TJ's Chevy** · 10-11-2015, 11:37 PM

More quick work! lol

jonzcustomshop · 10-12-2015, 12:50 AM

cab is interesting.. what was it off of? I see a 62-63 heater hole, and the inboard 63 style front cab mounts, but it is still set up for the hydraulic clutch like the early trucks?

regardless of that looks like a great cab to start with.

have you researched how these trucks fit on the 73-87 frame?

captain fab suggests against it because you get the equivalent of about a 4 inch body lift in order to clear the rear cross member.
however there was one member that did a build on a 73-87 suburban frame that came out ok, I don't think he was going for a lowered look though.

interesting to see how this turns out. I love the look of the gold and white with the custom trim.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 10-12-2015, 10:31 AM

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Originally Posted by TJ's Chevy

More quick work! lol

It was actually done a couple weeks ago but defiantly been busy.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 10-12-2015, 10:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonzcustomshop

cab is interesting.. what was it off of? I see a 62-63 heater hole, and the inboard 63 style front cab mounts, but it is still set up for the hydraulic clutch like the early trucks?

regardless of that looks like a great cab to start with.

have you researched how these trucks fit on the 73-87 frame?

captain fab suggests against it because you get the equivalent of about a 4 inch body lift in order to clear the rear cross member.
however there was one member that did a build on a 73-87 suburban frame that came out ok, I don't think he was going for a lowered look though.

interesting to see how this turns out. I love the look of the gold and white with the custom trim.

It is a 63 cab. I thought the hydraulic clutch was unusual also. It was an auto truck so it had a plug in the hole. I have read about the body lift but the frame was already lowered so that will compensate for most of it. The only reason for using the frame is that is already done.
I like the gold and white as well and will be one of the few with the combo.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 11-16-2015, 06:59 PM

Not much progress yet but did find a hood ornament.

jonzcustomshop · 11-16-2015, 09:00 PM

what did that set you back? I haven't been able to find one for less than $250!!!
I am currently hoping to find a whole truck with the ornament for 2X that

I keep looking c/l hoping a v8 60 series will turn up cheap.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 11-16-2015, 11:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jonzcustomshop

what did that set you back? I haven't been able to find one for less than $250!!!
I am currently hoping to find a whole truck with the ornament for 2X that

I keep looking c/l hoping a v8 60 series will turn up cheap.

I've been looking for a while to and finally came across a school bus on craigslist. He wanted to sell the whole bus but when we offered $100 for the emblem he took it.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 02-13-2016, 11:32 PM

Update and new plans:
We just this 63 c60 that is nearly rust free so we are going to use most of the sheet metal except for the hood and grill. We are going to use the short bed and and all the custom trim. The drive train will consist of a 1977 Chevy frame that was completely rebuilt and lowered. The wheels on the frame are 15"x7" front and 15"x12" but that is going to change. The engine is a built 454. The transmission is a rebuilt th400.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 02-13-2016, 11:46 PM

Today we got busy and got everything disconnected and the body off the frame.

chad64chevy · 02-14-2016, 07:03 AM

what size tires are on the 15x7 an 15x12 rims? I have the same size rims just the silver rally color! my 15x12's have 4.5" back spacing

darkhorse970 · 02-14-2016, 07:35 AM

Nice project! I like your plans.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 02-14-2016, 08:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chad64chevy

what size tires are on the 15x7 an 15x12 rims? I have the same size rims just the silver rally color! my 15x12's have 4.5" back spacing

I think the 15x7's are 235 60 r15 and the 15x12's are 295 50 r15. That's cool. I'm not sure what backspacing ours are.

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 02-14-2016, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by darkhorse970

Nice project! I like your plans.

Thanks

**Classic v6 GMC's** · 02-14-2016, 08:31 PM

Got the cab sitting on the frame.

06-01-2015, 03:58 PM	#2
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" Welcome and very cool project you have planned. Do you already have the original trim? It can be elusive to find. Looking forward to updates on the build!!!! __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

06-01-2015, 04:18 PM	#4
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" Very cool. I'm in the process of two builds (63's stepside and fleetside) and will be using the 1960 trim on my fleetside also. By far one of the hardest things I had to source for either build. I did put a complete set of the back cab trim together for both trucks and have a almost complete set of trim for my fleetside. Just need one more door piece is needed at this point. I like the resto mod theme as its what I like also. Stock look and plenty of upgrades under the hood for safety and speed of course!!! __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

06-01-2015, 04:20 PM	#5
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" The v8 emblems and grills do pop up from time to time. Just saw a 6 cyl bowtie on ebay the other day, which they don't pop up that often either. Might not hurt to post a want to buy in the classifieds here also. __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

06-01-2015, 09:37 PM	#6
TJ's Chevy Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 10,384	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" Very cool build. Awesome to see a 454 going in there as well. __________________ 1966 Chevy C10 "Project Two Tone" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=596643 1964 GMC "Crustine" semi-build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=665056 My youtube channel. Username "Military Chevy": https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_h...fzpcUXyK_5-uiw

06-01-2015, 09:54 PM	#7
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" Big Block!!! __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD

06-01-2015, 03:30 PM	#1
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	1960 Chevy Truck "Viking 10" Update and new plans: We just got a 63 c60 that is nearly rust free so we are going to use most of the sheet metal except for the hood and grill. We are going to use the short bed and all the custom trim. The drive train will consist of a 1977 Chevy frame that was completely rebuilt and lowered. The wheels on the frame right now are 15"x7" on the front and 15"x12" on the rear but that is going to change. The engine is a built 454. The transmission is a rebuilt th400. Check post #19 for pics of c60 Attached Images Last edited by Classic v6 GMC's; 02-13-2016 at 11:27 PM. Reason: Change in plans

06-01-2015, 10:38 PM	#8
rwade Registered User Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Louisiana Posts: 970	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" I'm in for this one Wade

06-02-2015, 11:09 AM	#9
Jeff La Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Donaldsonville, La. Posts: 1,024	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" Waiting for more

10-11-2015, 10:16 PM	#10
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" Been a while so here is an update. We picked up a parts truck with a cab in a lot better shape a while back. It just needs rockers and a small floor repair. It is a gmc cab with a small window so we had to remove the small window panel and dash. Then we removed the chevy dash and big window panel from the other cab. After that we sand blasted and epoxy primed it. Pics to follow.

10-11-2015, 10:25 PM	#11
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" Cab Pics Attached Images

10-11-2015, 11:37 PM	#12
TJ's Chevy Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 10,384	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" More quick work! lol __________________ 1966 Chevy C10 "Project Two Tone" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=596643 1964 GMC "Crustine" semi-build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=665056 My youtube channel. Username "Military Chevy": https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_h...fzpcUXyK_5-uiw

10-12-2015, 12:50 AM	#13
jonzcustomshop 1961 crewcab Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: missoula, mt Posts: 6,164	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" cab is interesting.. what was it off of? I see a 62-63 heater hole, and the inboard 63 style front cab mounts, but it is still set up for the hydraulic clutch like the early trucks? regardless of that looks like a great cab to start with. have you researched how these trucks fit on the 73-87 frame? captain fab suggests against it because you get the equivalent of about a 4 inch body lift in order to clear the rear cross member. however there was one member that did a build on a 73-87 suburban frame that came out ok, I don't think he was going for a lowered look though. interesting to see how this turns out. I love the look of the gold and white with the custom trim. __________________ 60 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=280904 61 crew build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=646830 63 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=336537 64 'burb build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=448681 65 'burb build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590715 65 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=281955

11-16-2015, 06:59 PM	#16
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" Not much progress yet but did find a hood ornament. Attached Images

11-16-2015, 09:00 PM	#17
jonzcustomshop 1961 crewcab Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: missoula, mt Posts: 6,164	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" what did that set you back? I haven't been able to find one for less than $250!!! I am currently hoping to find a whole truck with the ornament for 2X that I keep looking c/l hoping a v8 60 series will turn up cheap. __________________ 60 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=280904 61 crew build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=646830 63 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=336537 64 'burb build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=448681 65 'burb build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590715 65 build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=281955

02-13-2016, 11:32 PM	#19
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "Viking 10" Update and new plans: We just this 63 c60 that is nearly rust free so we are going to use most of the sheet metal except for the hood and grill. We are going to use the short bed and and all the custom trim. The drive train will consist of a 1977 Chevy frame that was completely rebuilt and lowered. The wheels on the frame are 15"x7" front and 15"x12" but that is going to change. The engine is a built 454. The transmission is a rebuilt th400. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more



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02-13-2016, 11:46 PM	#20
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "Viking 10" Today we got busy and got everything disconnected and the body off the frame. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more

02-14-2016, 07:03 AM	#21
chad64chevy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: tulsa,ok. Posts: 1,803	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" what size tires are on the 15x7 an 15x12 rims? I have the same size rims just the silver rally color! my 15x12's have 4.5" back spacing __________________ my project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=456163

02-14-2016, 07:35 AM	#22
darkhorse970 Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Monroe, LA Posts: 2,103	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "stock looking hot rod" Nice project! I like your plans. __________________ Keith SOLD - 1963 C10 Short Fleet 350/700R4 4/6 drop 1967 GMC Super Custom - Short Fleet COPO concept w/427 BBC T-400 w/Doug Nash overdrive 4/6 Drop, Buddy Buckets, etc... Frame Off (In Progress) I call it "Vulgar Display of Power" 1980 Silverado Original paint 49k Original miles 4/6 drop Check out my build thread here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6209941

02-14-2016, 08:31 PM	#25
Classic v6 GMC's Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Arizona from Overland Park Kansas Posts: 3,968	Re: 1960 Chevy Truck "Viking 10" Got the cab sitting on the frame. Attached Images __________________ Current projects: 1966 Chevy Custom PS PB A/C BBW 283 v8 3 speed OD 1966 GMC Long Step 1966 GMC 3/4 ton Custom PS PB Sport trim 351 v6 1966 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Custom PB 305 v6 np435 1960 GMC Custom 1968 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4 Short Bed 1962 K20 Tow truck 1961 GMC Extended Suburban Panel and a few more Last edited by Classic v6 GMC's; 02-14-2016 at 08:38 PM.

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