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**nlped** · 08-17-2014, 05:04 PM

And the last few miscellaneous shots from today... 2nd one is of the Onan generator that's mounted under the rear with a pretty ingenius roller setup to protect it from being drug off...

flashed · 08-17-2014, 08:23 PM

Even with the vandalism that rig is so darn cool ,Im in to see the rest.

sierragrande71 · 08-17-2014, 09:15 PM

I like the front bumper it's different.

**nlped** · 08-18-2014, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flashed

Even with the vandalism that rig is so darn cool ,Im in to see the rest.

I think it's pretty d@mn cool too, Thanks!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by sierragrande71

I like the front bumper it's different.

Oh Man, that front bumper is one beefy unit. It was done that way to house additional cooling stuff, and the "step-out" is built out of 3/16" steel and then there's a reciever hitch below that for launching boats and such.

**nlped** · 08-18-2014, 02:56 PM

After a little research on the Holley Projection, it seems that it's probably not the best option for a 468, it's only rated to 275hp. I know this motor isn't a bip HP unit. But I'm thinking that just with the mild rebuild (total cubic inches), Edelbrock Performer RPM intake & camshaft, it has to be close, right? I'm going to slap a functioning carburator on it and see what's what...I'll have to turn the fuel pressure down from the 15psi to 5-6psi for the carb, anything else?

Mikeeal33 · 08-18-2014, 04:41 PM

This thing is just too cool for school. That sliding glass door is AWESOME.

**nlped** · 08-18-2014, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Mikeeal33

This thing is just too cool for school. That sliding glass door is AWESOME.

I think so too

BrianStep72 · 08-18-2014, 10:32 PM

nlped,
so glad to see that it is going well and you are pleased with the purchase. It'll be nice to see you out on the open road in it. We are headed to Atlanta to pick up our next project late this week and so we'll be sharing those photos sometime in the next 2-3 weeks.

Brian "the seller" of Chubby

**nlped** · 08-20-2014, 08:29 PM

Bad news. After doing some disassembly of the camper area and sweating my a$$ off trying to get things lined out, I'm afraid Chubby is going to be way to much $$$ to get where I'd need it to be. I may just wait and see if I can get a better plan, but I may sell or part it

Mikeeal33 · 08-20-2014, 08:36 PM

What's the diagnosis? Lay it on us.

**nlped** · 08-20-2014, 08:42 PM

Wiring has been butchered, plumbing is destroyed, cabinetry is unusable and I can't get the damn thing started. I'm FrUsTRaTeD!!! It to damn hot out and it's to big and heavy to get into the shop. There's a LOT of major problems...

Mikeeal33 · 08-20-2014, 08:48 PM

Yep sounds like you've had a trying day, lol. Also sounds like it needs EVERYTHING to be functioning as it was intended. Bummer dude.

**lolife99** · 08-20-2014, 09:59 PM

Ditch the camper and make a ramp truck out of it.

**nlped** · 08-20-2014, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by lolife99

Ditch the camper and make a ramp truck out of it.

That's an excellent idea!!!

Mikeeal33 · 08-21-2014, 11:25 AM

That IS a good idea. Another option: what about stripping the interior and just doing a lounge type setup? Real simple like a couple couches and a flatscreen. You know more of a transformation than a restoration, keep it simple just a spot to chill.

I'm half asleep still just thinking out loud.

**nlped** · 08-21-2014, 11:32 AM

I'm seriously contemplating the hauler idea, but the major issue is that the cab has a walkthrough cut out of it, which wouldn't work well without the camper :/

**lolife99** · 08-21-2014, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by nlped

I'm seriously contemplating the hauler idea, but the major issue is that the cab has a walkthrough cut out of it, which wouldn't work well without the camper :/

I think member joesjunk has converted a camper cab.
You need to find a donor cab and weld in a patch,...

**nlped** · 08-21-2014, 11:53 AM

Keith,

Something like this? I actually have an extra cab, but it isn't as nice as the camper cab as far as floorboards, rockers and cab corners. I guess I could just graft in the section with the window and top skin...

**lolife99** · 08-21-2014, 12:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nlped

Keith,

Something like this?

Yes!
Actually this one comes to mind.
I would love to own one of these!
http://bangshift.com/bangshiftxl/ban...auls-tail-too/

**nlped** · 08-21-2014, 04:30 PM

^^^Keith, That is a beauty. Maybe this is exactly what I need to do. Wonder if I could find a bed like that or if I'll have to build my own??? Hhhhmmmm...you have me pondering

**nlped** · 08-23-2014, 04:09 PM

The wheelbase is to short for the slant back, so I'm still trying to figure this out. I hope to have it running by tomorrow. I got the pro-Jection off, and borrowing a Holley to get this beSt fired. Hopefully

**nlped** · 08-24-2014, 09:21 PM

Got a 750 vacuum 2ndary Holley carburator today off of CL for a fair price. Also.got an ignition switch and a few other parts to hopefully get this thing cranked tomorrow.

BrianStep72 · 08-25-2014, 12:47 AM

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Seller deleted the link to the pics from 2005

. I'll get some more pics posted this weekend...

If the link went away it was a mistake. Here is another one you can see it as it was as in 2005-2009.

https://m.flickr.com/photos/33994300...7645894466371/

**nlped** · 08-25-2014, 08:33 PM

Thanks Brian.

Well, I figured out that there is no fuel pump pushrod for a mechanical pump, so no.fuel pressure. The elecric fuel pump doesn't seem to work, so I ordered the pushrod. Looms like it'll be Wednesday before we get running. I did go ahead and change the engine oil and filter though. Getting closer.

littlecents · 08-25-2014, 10:08 PM

That thing is really cool! Definitely a neat project.

08-17-2014, 05:04 PM	#26
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion And the last few miscellaneous shots from today... 2nd one is of the Onan generator that's mounted under the rear with a pretty ingenius roller setup to protect it from being drug off... Attached Images __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

08-17-2014, 08:23 PM	#27
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion Even with the vandalism that rig is so darn cool ,Im in to see the rest.

08-17-2014, 09:15 PM	#28
sierragrande71 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Orland, CA Posts: 721	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion I like the front bumper it's different.

08-18-2014, 02:56 PM	#30
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion After a little research on the Holley Projection, it seems that it's probably not the best option for a 468, it's only rated to 275hp. I know this motor isn't a bip HP unit. But I'm thinking that just with the mild rebuild (total cubic inches), Edelbrock Performer RPM intake & camshaft, it has to be close, right? I'm going to slap a functioning carburator on it and see what's what...I'll have to turn the fuel pressure down from the 15psi to 5-6psi for the carb, anything else? __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

08-18-2014, 04:41 PM	#31
Mikeeal33 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 208	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion This thing is just too cool for school. That sliding glass door is AWESOME. __________________ 1972 Driver SOLD

08-18-2014, 10:32 PM	#33
BrianStep72 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2000 Location: Maryville, TN Posts: 163	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion nlped, so glad to see that it is going well and you are pleased with the purchase. It'll be nice to see you out on the open road in it. We are headed to Atlanta to pick up our next project late this week and so we'll be sharing those photos sometime in the next 2-3 weeks. Brian "the seller" of Chubby __________________ 1941 Chevy Coupe Streetrod 1964 Chevy Nova SS 1964 Chevy C10 Stepside Pickup 1972 Chevy C10 Stepside Pickup 1987 Chevy IROC Z28 Camaro 1LE+TPI - racecar 2004 Chevy Tahoe 2013 Chevy Silverado Tow Rig -------------------------------------- http://www.bowtieracing.org

08-20-2014, 08:29 PM	#34
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion Bad news. After doing some disassembly of the camper area and sweating my a$$ off trying to get things lined out, I'm afraid Chubby is going to be way to much $$$ to get where I'd need it to be. I may just wait and see if I can get a better plan, but I may sell or part it __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha Last edited by nlped; 08-21-2014 at 11:54 AM.

08-20-2014, 08:36 PM	#35
Mikeeal33 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 208	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion What's the diagnosis? Lay it on us. __________________ 1972 Driver SOLD

08-20-2014, 08:42 PM	#36
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion Wiring has been butchered, plumbing is destroyed, cabinetry is unusable and I can't get the damn thing started. I'm FrUsTRaTeD!!! It to damn hot out and it's to big and heavy to get into the shop. There's a LOT of major problems... __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

08-20-2014, 08:48 PM	#37
Mikeeal33 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 208	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion Yep sounds like you've had a trying day, lol. Also sounds like it needs EVERYTHING to be functioning as it was intended. Bummer dude. __________________ 1972 Driver SOLD

08-20-2014, 09:59 PM	#38
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,683	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion Ditch the camper and make a ramp truck out of it. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

08-21-2014, 11:25 AM	#40
Mikeeal33 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 208	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion That IS a good idea. Another option: what about stripping the interior and just doing a lounge type setup? Real simple like a couple couches and a flatscreen. You know more of a transformation than a restoration, keep it simple just a spot to chill. I'm half asleep still just thinking out loud. __________________ 1972 Driver SOLD

08-21-2014, 11:32 AM	#41
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion I'm seriously contemplating the hauler idea, but the major issue is that the cab has a walkthrough cut out of it, which wouldn't work well without the camper :/ __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

08-21-2014, 11:53 AM	#43
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion Keith, Something like this? I actually have an extra cab, but it isn't as nice as the camper cab as far as floorboards, rockers and cab corners. I guess I could just graft in the section with the window and top skin... Attached Images __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

08-21-2014, 04:30 PM	#45
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion ^^^Keith, That is a beauty. Maybe this is exactly what I need to do. Wonder if I could find a bed like that or if I'll have to build my own??? Hhhhmmmm...you have me pondering __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha



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08-23-2014, 04:09 PM	#46
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion The wheelbase is to short for the slant back, so I'm still trying to figure this out. I hope to have it running by tomorrow. I got the pro-Jection off, and borrowing a Holley to get this beSt fired. Hopefully __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

08-24-2014, 09:21 PM	#47
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion Got a 750 vacuum 2ndary Holley carburator today off of CL for a fair price. Also.got an ignition switch and a few other parts to hopefully get this thing cranked tomorrow. __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

08-25-2014, 08:33 PM	#49
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion Thanks Brian. Well, I figured out that there is no fuel pump pushrod for a mechanical pump, so no.fuel pressure. The elecric fuel pump doesn't seem to work, so I ordered the pushrod. Looms like it'll be Wednesday before we get running. I did go ahead and change the engine oil and filter though. Getting closer. __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

08-25-2014, 10:08 PM	#50
littlecents Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Forest Hill, Maryland Posts: 61	Re: '67 C30 Protecto plate camper conversion That thing is really cool! Definitely a neat project. __________________ -Less cents than centsless 1971 C10 shorted (frame-off project) 1984 C20 longbed (LS swap project) 2000 Pontiac Bonneville SSEi (current driver) Plus a bunch of other junk.

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