‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Rogue Willie · 06-17-2007, 11:18 PM

Why a pace truck? Because I’m going to paint it like a ‘69 Pace car Camaro, but that is a long ways off. I originally got this truck around ’90 or ’91 for $1500. By ’97 I had put nearly 100k on it and used (abused) it well. During that time the original 350 had blown and I put a junkyard 305 in it. In late ’97 I was told I was getting a divorce and the ex ended up with the truck. About 3 ½ years ago she gave it back to me after it had sat around for awhile because it wouldn’t run. I got it to run and got it moved to my backyard where it had been sitting ever since. I finally got to the point where I had the finances (no wives, no child support, and no car payments) to rebuild my truck.
You can see by the pictures the progress to date. It’s got a 3 ½ drop in the front with a 4 in the back. I may drop the rear some more after I get the body back on and see how it sets. The motor and trans is out of a ’02 Camaro that had 40k on it. The rear has been rebuilt with 3:73s, an Eaton posi and a 5 lug conversion. Future plans include aftermarket A/C, one piece windows (somebody please tell us how the no triangle thing is going), bench seat out of a late model truck, Gaylord fiberglass tonneau cover, stock bumpers, cruise control, and white paint with orange rally stripes.
I started 6 months ago and have a long way to go. Stay tuned for future updates. I’ve been following the other LS1 builds and will probably be asking you guys question. On the other hand, if any one has questions please ask. I’ll post this over at LS1Tech as well.

msgross · 06-17-2007, 11:20 PM

that will be sweet! Might wanna post a pic of the pace car so guys know the scheme.... good luck

Rogue Willie · 06-17-2007, 11:23 PM

more pics

bills67 · 06-17-2007, 11:25 PM

Sweet!! Can't wait to see pics when finished.

shifty · 06-17-2007, 11:31 PM

you probably already have this, but ....

Link to several other swap threads:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...&postcount=125

Link to my 15-page buildup thread with pics:
http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=370781

With that said - a lot of the guys are swapping in truck engines and not actual LS1's. I put an actual LS1 into my truck, so I probably have a lot of info to share with you specific to your particular swap - see that last thread link.

Meanwhile, three questions for you:

1) did you notch your frame to clear the A/C compressor?
2) Did you notch your frame to clear the '02 stock manifolds - and if not, how'd you pull that one off?

3) What engine mounts did you use? ECE?

blaznhot_23 · 06-17-2007, 11:44 PM

good questions ^^^

subscribed

krue · 06-17-2007, 11:48 PM

I love the looks of that engine in there, got me thinking......

rlm316 · 06-18-2007, 07:37 AM

Looks great, nice detail! Quick question, whose tie rod adjusting sleeves are those? Looks alot nicer than the stock, More like a real turnbuckle, should work great!

killer71 · 06-18-2007, 09:51 AM

who did you get the disc brake set up from? Are you gonna go rear disc?

Rogue Willie · 06-18-2007, 12:36 PM

Thanks for the encouraging words.

Shifty, I've been following your threads and that is what lead me to go with the LS1. I did notch the frame for the a/c compressor. I also notched the stock engine mount towers to clear the hose connection and to clear the egr boss on the manifold. I have not clearanced the frame for the exhaust manifold as of yet but it only needs a little bit. I used the motor mount adapter plates that are available from many sources and moved the towers back about an inch to gain oil pan clearance. I'll post a couple close up pics tonight.

The disc brake conversion including tie rod adjusters came from Classic Performance Parts.

71tahoe · 06-18-2007, 05:39 PM

In post #3, what hitch are you using. It looks a lot like my Shelton that I didn't think I could use with my blazer tank. Did you have any problems and what solutions did you come up with?

RACINJASON22 · 06-18-2007, 06:11 PM

GR8 Idea on the 69' Pace Truck!!

Progress is looking good to.

I posted a couple pic's that I had of the 1969 Camaro Pace Car to give guys an Idea of what you are shooting for

Like msgross mentioned.

I'll say it again I think it's a GR8 IDEA!!!

Are you going to do the interior in the 69' pace car style also?

I have always liked the way the 69' pace car looks and I think the 69 pace truck will be just as cool. I'm subscribing to your build.

RJ22...

BACKYARD88 · 06-18-2007, 06:22 PM

Subscribed

Rogue Willie · 06-18-2007, 10:17 PM

Here's a pic of the frame clearance around the a/c compressor.

The hitch came from ECE. The only issues I had with the install were a little grinding on the forward most part for a bolt clearance and trying to get to the nuts inside the frame rails and next to the gas tank.

I'm going to do the interior in black with possibly white houndstooth inserts in the seats. The gauges will be white faced with a black dash.

Thanks for the PaceCar pics. I'm not going to run a cowl induction hood but it will have the fiberglass cover on the bed. I just like the idea of the orange rally strips on a white base.

jkade · 06-19-2007, 08:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rogue Willie

Here's a pic of the frame clearance around the a/c compressor.

The hitch came from ECE. The only issues I had with the install were a little grinding on the forward most part for a bolt clearance and trying to get to the nuts inside the frame rails and next to the gas tank.

I'm going to do the interior in black with possibly white houndstooth inserts in the seats. The gauges will be white faced with a black dash.

Thanks for the PaceCar pics. I'm not going to run a cowl induction hood but it will have the fiberglass cover on the bed. I just like the idea of the orange rally strips on a white base.

Now that's tighter than dick's hat band

Good work and I see now what I will have to do when I get to that point.

*Billla* · 06-19-2007, 08:28 AM

Y'know, it almost looks like some headers that go out and over the frame rail would be a better deal - kinda like the Hooker side pipe headers for C3 'Vettes...?

1970 C10 MJW · 12-17-2012, 02:24 PM

what ever happened with this build???

Rogue Willie · 12-17-2012, 03:40 PM

The chassis is mostly done. Most of the metal work on the cab is done. I put it aside while I worked on a couple of other projects, a '28 roadster rat road and a custom chopper. I'll get back to it one of these days.

1970C20L9H · 09-15-2014, 06:04 AM

any updates?

68shortwide · 09-15-2014, 12:16 PM

X2

Andy4639 · 09-15-2014, 02:30 PM

Please tell me your not going to put the Camaro front clip on this truck...please!

Rogue Willie · 09-16-2014, 03:55 PM

No updates, it's still sitting in the garage next to the chopper project which is now behind the 06 duramax salvage rebuild.

Z10 · 09-17-2014, 08:58 PM

Here's a couple of pics of a pace truck and one of my 69 Z10 Pace Coupe.

I think it will look great!

**kitsbeach** · 09-18-2014, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Z10

Here's a couple of pics of a pace truck and one of my 69 Z10 Pace Coupe.

I think it will look great!

That pace truck is pretty cool..!

And the Camaro too..! I had a white 69 SS396 back in the day. shouldn't have sold it.!

Heavymetl · 09-18-2014, 04:33 PM

That truck with the Camaro front end isn't my style AT ALL.

Reminds me of this internet classic abomination...

06-17-2007, 11:18 PM	#1
Rogue Willie Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: North Idaho Posts: 24	‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build Why a pace truck? Because I’m going to paint it like a ‘69 Pace car Camaro, but that is a long ways off. I originally got this truck around ’90 or ’91 for $1500. By ’97 I had put nearly 100k on it and used (abused) it well. During that time the original 350 had blown and I put a junkyard 305 in it. In late ’97 I was told I was getting a divorce and the ex ended up with the truck. About 3 ½ years ago she gave it back to me after it had sat around for awhile because it wouldn’t run. I got it to run and got it moved to my backyard where it had been sitting ever since. I finally got to the point where I had the finances (no wives, no child support, and no car payments) to rebuild my truck. You can see by the pictures the progress to date. It’s got a 3 ½ drop in the front with a 4 in the back. I may drop the rear some more after I get the body back on and see how it sets. The motor and trans is out of a ’02 Camaro that had 40k on it. The rear has been rebuilt with 3:73s, an Eaton posi and a 5 lug conversion. Future plans include aftermarket A/C, one piece windows (somebody please tell us how the no triangle thing is going), bench seat out of a late model truck, Gaylord fiberglass tonneau cover, stock bumpers, cruise control, and white paint with orange rally stripes. I started 6 months ago and have a long way to go. Stay tuned for future updates. I’ve been following the other LS1 builds and will probably be asking you guys question. On the other hand, if any one has questions please ask. I’ll post this over at LS1Tech as well. Attached Images __________________ 69 C-10 in progress

06-17-2007, 11:20 PM	#2
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build that will be sweet! Might wanna post a pic of the pace car so guys know the scheme.... good luck __________________ 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"

06-17-2007, 11:25 PM	#4
bills67 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: south dakota Posts: 36	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build Sweet!! Can't wait to see pics when finished.

06-17-2007, 11:31 PM	#5
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build you probably already have this, but .... Link to several other swap threads: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...&postcount=125 Link to my 15-page buildup thread with pics: http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/showthread.php?t=370781 With that said - a lot of the guys are swapping in truck engines and not actual LS1's. I put an actual LS1 into my truck, so I probably have a lot of info to share with you specific to your particular swap - see that last thread link. Meanwhile, three questions for you: 1) did you notch your frame to clear the A/C compressor? 2) Did you notch your frame to clear the '02 stock manifolds - and if not, how'd you pull that one off? 3) What engine mounts did you use? ECE? __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM. Last edited by shifty; 06-17-2007 at 11:32 PM.

06-17-2007, 11:44 PM	#6
blaznhot_23 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: 661, CA Posts: 73	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build good questions ^^^ subscribed Last edited by blaznhot_23; 06-17-2007 at 11:44 PM.

06-17-2007, 11:23 PM	#3
Rogue Willie Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: North Idaho Posts: 24	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build more pics Attached Images __________________ 69 C-10 in progress

06-17-2007, 11:48 PM	#7
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build I love the looks of that engine in there, got me thinking...... __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

06-18-2007, 07:37 AM	#8
rlm316 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Woodstown, NJ Posts: 669	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build Looks great, nice detail! Quick question, whose tie rod adjusting sleeves are those? Looks alot nicer than the stock, More like a real turnbuckle, should work great!

06-18-2007, 09:51 AM	#9
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build who did you get the disc brake set up from? Are you gonna go rear disc? __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

06-18-2007, 12:36 PM	#10
Rogue Willie Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: North Idaho Posts: 24	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build Thanks for the encouraging words. Shifty, I've been following your threads and that is what lead me to go with the LS1. I did notch the frame for the a/c compressor. I also notched the stock engine mount towers to clear the hose connection and to clear the egr boss on the manifold. I have not clearanced the frame for the exhaust manifold as of yet but it only needs a little bit. I used the motor mount adapter plates that are available from many sources and moved the towers back about an inch to gain oil pan clearance. I'll post a couple close up pics tonight. The disc brake conversion including tie rod adjusters came from Classic Performance Parts. __________________ 69 C-10 in progress

06-18-2007, 05:39 PM	#11
71tahoe Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Jonesboro, AR Posts: 916	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build In post #3, what hitch are you using. It looks a lot like my Shelton that I didn't think I could use with my blazer tank. Did you have any problems and what solutions did you come up with?

06-18-2007, 06:11 PM	#12
RACINJASON22 GEARHEAD Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: CENTRAL,PA Posts: 2,284	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build GR8 Idea on the 69' Pace Truck!! Progress is looking good to. I posted a couple pic's that I had of the 1969 Camaro Pace Car to give guys an Idea of what you are shooting for Like msgross mentioned. I'll say it again I think it's a GR8 IDEA!!! Are you going to do the interior in the 69' pace car style also? I have always liked the way the 69' pace car looks and I think the 69 pace truck will be just as cool. I'm subscribing to your build. RJ22... Attached Images __________________ 72 SWB 2WD MY PROJECT 72 LWB 4X4 FUTURE PROJECT SUBSCRIBE HEREBOARD VENDORS HERE NORWOOD MEET SURVIVOR! Last edited by RACINJASON22; 06-18-2007 at 06:16 PM.

06-18-2007, 06:22 PM	#13
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06-18-2007, 10:17 PM	#14
Rogue Willie Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: North Idaho Posts: 24	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build Here's a pic of the frame clearance around the a/c compressor. The hitch came from ECE. The only issues I had with the install were a little grinding on the forward most part for a bolt clearance and trying to get to the nuts inside the frame rails and next to the gas tank. I'm going to do the interior in black with possibly white houndstooth inserts in the seats. The gauges will be white faced with a black dash. Thanks for the PaceCar pics. I'm not going to run a cowl induction hood but it will have the fiberglass cover on the bed. I just like the idea of the orange rally strips on a white base. Attached Images __________________ 69 C-10 in progress

06-19-2007, 08:28 AM	#16
Billla Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Monroe, WA Posts: 3,815	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build Y'know, it almost looks like some headers that go out and over the frame rail would be a better deal - kinda like the Hooker side pipe headers for C3 'Vettes...?



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12-17-2012, 02:24 PM	#17
1970 C10 MJW Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Indiana Posts: 470	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build what ever happened with this build??? __________________ 70 C10 working on a LSx swap 4.8L MS3 edelbrock pro flo intake, pacesetter long tubes, 4l60e 2500 stall hoping the tranny holds up lol

12-17-2012, 03:40 PM	#18
Rogue Willie Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: North Idaho Posts: 24	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build The chassis is mostly done. Most of the metal work on the cab is done. I put it aside while I worked on a couple of other projects, a '28 roadster rat road and a custom chopper. I'll get back to it one of these days. __________________ 69 C-10 in progress

09-15-2014, 06:04 AM	#19
1970C20L9H Registered User Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Southern Commiefornia Posts: 34	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build any updates?

09-15-2014, 12:16 PM	#20
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09-15-2014, 02:30 PM	#21
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build Please tell me your not going to put the Camaro front clip on this truck...please! __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

09-16-2014, 03:55 PM	#22
Rogue Willie Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: North Idaho Posts: 24	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build No updates, it's still sitting in the garage next to the chopper project which is now behind the 06 duramax salvage rebuild. __________________ 69 C-10 in progress

09-17-2014, 08:58 PM	#23
Z10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Midland, TX Posts: 1,267	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build Here's a couple of pics of a pace truck and one of my 69 Z10 Pace Coupe. I think it will look great! Attached Images __________________ 1969 RS/SS Z10 Camaro Pace coupe 1972 GMC Short Step buildhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6356218 1979 Mazda RX7 1979 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 & 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 10th Anniversary 1999 Honda Valkyrie 2006 Corvette Z06 2010 BMW 650i

09-18-2014, 04:33 PM	#25
Heavymetl Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Southern Ohio Posts: 292	Re: ‘69 LS1 C-10 Pace Truck build That truck with the Camaro front end isn't my style AT ALL. Reminds me of this internet classic abomination...

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