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Old 02-25-2013, 09:11 PM   #201
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Decided to save myself time and probably money going with a cleaner truck to start with...it had a frame off restoration within the last 10 years. I think I got a great deal on it at $9,900. I cant touch anything in that condition down here in South Florida for that price. Everything that is available down here is a rust bucket! Still has a freshly rebuilt straight 6 and 3 on the tree. That motor/tranny wont be in there much longer though.
You definitely scored....I think I paid more than I should, just south of Daytona Beach.....but once I get a chubby for something it's going to be mine..
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Old 02-25-2013, 09:12 PM   #202
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You definitely scored....I think I paid more than I should, just south of Daytona Beach.....but once I get a chubby for something it's going to be mine..
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LOL....well thats exactly what happened to me! Wife is pissed but getting over it. As long as the truck makes it here as represented online I think I will be ok.
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Old 02-25-2013, 09:15 PM   #203
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you need to find someone that can set it up for you if you have not done one, clearances are very important if not set propley you will burn out the rear end
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Old 02-25-2013, 09:17 PM   #204
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you need to find someone that can set it up for you if you have not done one, clearances are very important if not set propley you will burn out the rear end
I def wouldnt do it myself....I would take it to a speciality shop for sure to upgrade the gearing or just swap in a different rear end. I read about people putting in s10 rear ends and camaro rear ends.
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Old 02-25-2013, 09:23 PM   #205
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You definitely scored....I think I paid more than I should, just south of Daytona Beach.....but once I get a chubby for something it's going to be mine..
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My Wife still not talking to me after 32 year of being married, I really dont need to hear anything else, life is good
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Old 02-25-2013, 09:42 PM   #206
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My Wife still not talking to me after 32 year of being married, I really dont need to hear anything else, life is good
LMAFO.......I know what you mean 20 years here next month....i told her this was my birthday/anniversary present to myself
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Old 02-25-2013, 10:00 PM   #207
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Sid...here's the before and after of my bed. I don't think it cam out to bad for a first timer. Bed wood and SS hardware from MAR-K? Really not that difficult.


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I love the color of that stained wood...
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Old 02-26-2013, 12:21 AM   #208
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Oh yeah! I mos def Love the stain on that bed,...and thanks so much (dg and bugz) for all the advice and pics!! I could most likely go with steel/painted bed strips, and cheap wood and have it done in a couple weeks, but now after seeing these works of ART, I'm thinking seriously about buying up quality pieces here and there and taking my time on it. Patience, however is NOT my strongest quality..lol

I'd Love to be able to do all the work myself, but again, and to my advantage, I do have a few friends that are more than willing to help out with some of the work in which I'd be lost without,...not to mention you guys, with the advice and input. Thanks again!!!

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Thanks Will....I'm torn between the 15" wheel look and the 18"/20" wheel look.
I still think that touch of red hidden behind the beauty rims and caps would look good.
Bugz, If you to decide to go with the 18"/20" wheel look, PLEASE contact me about your current rims if they are 5 lug and aren't already spoken for.

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Old 02-26-2013, 08:41 AM   #209
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Bugz, If you to decide to go with the 18"/20" wheel look, PLEASE contact me about your current rims if they are 5 lug and aren't already spoken for. [/QUOTE]

Will do....the wheels are 15x10 Centerline Tomahawks 5x5 with 4" back spacing.
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Old 02-26-2013, 02:57 PM   #210
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is that a 4.11 rear end that comes stock in the 68 with the inline 6? How difficult/expensive is it to change the gearing for a v8 ls motor?

Thanks for your input
It should be 3.73 with the 3OTT. Either way, there will be no need to change the gear if you go with an LS/elec OD trans.
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Old 02-26-2013, 07:11 PM   #211
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It should be 3.73 with the 3OTT. Either way, there will be no need to change the gear if you go with an LS/elec OD trans.
That is exactly what I wanted to hear! Thanks for the info!
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wheels painted red
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I love the color of that stained wood...
Bugz love the color what is the stain.
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Ok, I stand corrected dg,...that looks great man!

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Bugz, If you to decide to go with the 18"/20" wheel look, PLEASE contact me about your current rims if they are 5 lug and aren't already spoken for.
Will do....the wheels are 15x10 Centerline Tomahawks 5x5 with 4" back spacing.
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Old 02-26-2013, 08:21 PM   #216
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Hell yes!!! That's what I'm talkin about...
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Old 02-26-2013, 08:21 PM   #217
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Ok, I stand corrected dg,...that looks great man!

Thanks I have to agree I'm going to try Black this weekend. did you need bumpers for your Truck?
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Bugz love the color what is the stain.
Thanks to you and Sid for the complement....appreciate it!
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Thanks you were correct I still want to see Black but i do not believe it will pop like the Red
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Hey finished the machine work today for the Hub cap adaptures for the 15" 6 lug rally wheel. I will be offering them for sale shortly
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Old 02-26-2013, 08:37 PM   #221
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Here is mine I rebuilt it 15 years ago, I need to get it out more, I haven't drove it in a year
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I like the red! Looks sharp!
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Here is mine I rebuilt it 15 years ago, I need to get it out more, I haven't drove it in a year
Very nice..can I have it?
Do you have a right side mirror that is actually usable?
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I like the red! Looks sharp!
thank you did you get your truck shipped?
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