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*bk2life* · 11-03-2012, 12:27 PM

really sweet!

1963c-10 · 11-07-2012, 12:48 PM

Looking sharp

MikeS. · 11-08-2012, 03:48 AM

Good for you!

I'm thinking about putting a 454 in my 66 C30 motor home. This thread has a lot of good info and pics.

Thanks!
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MOTOIMPAIRED · 11-08-2012, 05:17 AM

Talk about patients, I see this thread started in 2007... I could not wait that long but the wait is paying off for sure. Truck looks good.....

1BAD65 · 01-31-2013, 01:36 AM

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**Chevy Fleetside** · 05-02-2013, 06:16 PM

I think I am going to get some time next week to work on the truck. I did jack it up so I could run the fuel line but now have to run it in a differnt way. I really want to find a tank with a fuel pump already inside but for now i have an external.

gofastnut · 05-02-2013, 08:05 PM

Hey Chevy Fleetside,
You are doing some really nice work! I kinda know what it's like since I'm doing a tiny bit of work to mine as I get time and $ to do it. I picked up a 454 & 049 heads last week, but don't want to make mine a non-runner to fit everything together. Guess I'll have to man up and do it soon.
Keep up the (really) good work!

JWheeler331 · 05-02-2013, 10:15 PM

Very nice.

**Chevy Fleetside** · 07-13-2013, 06:25 PM

I put tranny fluid, power steering fluid, and coolant in the truck today and started it for the first time in over 6 years. The 89 BB had the lobe for a machanical fuel pump ( I put a q jet on it) and it works just fine. Oh did I mention I put fuel in it also..

It purrs and on the first try.. Had a few tranny leaks. I forgot to tighten the cooler lines and I dont have a gear in for the speedo cable.. OOPS...

Bone Yard here I come. It is a 700R4 tranny from my 4x4. I put an output shaft in it. I had a big

on my face for the first time in a long time. Now I just need to get it buttoned up so I can drive it.

**MisterC** · 07-14-2013, 12:21 PM

Very nice. Must be nice to reach the end of this journey. Congrats!

**Chevy Fleetside** · 07-27-2013, 10:02 PM

Just have to add a few pics to my thread. Battery box in and headlights working.. yay...

**ChiefRocka** · 07-27-2013, 10:16 PM

Nice ... but you might need a few tie straps ....

**Chevy Fleetside** · 07-27-2013, 10:37 PM

I still need a side terminal battery and then I will tidy up the wires.. The yellow wire is the fuel pump wire which will not be used for that but maybe to power my power antenna.

gulfcoast66 · 07-28-2013, 10:14 AM

Looking real good Bro, I'm glad for you too see it come together after a long wait!! Trust me I know the feeling been waiting on mine since 2007 also.... I'm Digging that Color what is it?? Great clean Work!!!!

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**Chevy Fleetside** · 07-29-2013, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by gulfcoast66

Looking real good Bro, I'm glad for you too see it come together after a long wait!! Trust me I know the feeling been waiting on mine since 2007 also.... I'm Digging that Color what is it?? Great clean Work!!!!

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When I bought the first gallon it was GM Medium Blue. When I needed more it was a Safire Blue. Same color differnt name. At least I have the formula. The front acually has a Violet Pearl on it from the ghost flames.

gulfcoast66 · 07-29-2013, 11:38 AM

Yeah Man that Blue with the Purple Pearl is Killer up front plus the Shiny Chrome, Lovin it Cuz.....

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**Chevy Fleetside** · 08-09-2013, 05:44 PM

I was afraid that when I put the trans back together I didn't seat the band in properly. If so the trans would not shift. It kinda felt like the truck had drag.
So today I just said the heck with it and pulled it out of the garage (open headers and all) and just did a u turn at the bottom of the hill. It didn't shift in that small distance. I though ok going to have to pull the pan off the tranny. Well as I was coming back up the hill I gassed it and let off and as soon as I did that is shifted into 2nd. Yay... Now I just have to wait untill the end of the month to get my new Reg stickers. I already added it to my insurance. There is still alot of adjusting to do. it felt nice to drive it.. even if it was only 500 ft.

**Chevy Fleetside** · 08-31-2013, 03:29 PM

It is time to roll. Acually I do want to put the bed on and maybe some Mufflers before I drive it around.

**Chevy Fleetside** · 09-15-2013, 10:12 PM

Nice to be able to take it out again.

Rich 5150 69 · 09-16-2013, 12:30 AM

I know its been a while for you, glad to see it back on the road John..!

**Chevy Fleetside** · 10-26-2013, 01:07 AM

I ordered a 800 CFM carb for the BB... Should make it run even better.

NONHOG · 04-30-2014, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Chevy Fleetside

I ordered a 800 CFM carb for the BB... Should make it run even better.

Who did you get it from and do you like it?

**Chevy Fleetside** · 04-30-2014, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by NONHOG

Who did you get it from and do you like it?

The carb in the picture was the wrong carb. I acually sent it back and got the right carb for my application. It seems to work very well and I got it from Summit Raciing. I got the one with the electric choke. This one.. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/je...1/applications

**TJ's Chevy** · 05-01-2014, 08:48 PM

Looking good! Neat to see it out again!

Roll'nSlo · 03-13-2014, 01:51 PM

Looking good. You have done a lot of great work. Now I need to get started with mine.

11-03-2012, 12:27 PM	#1
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11-07-2012, 12:48 PM	#2
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside Looking sharp __________________ 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

11-08-2012, 03:48 AM	#3
MikeS. Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: FarEastern WVa Posts: 1,691	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside Good for you! I'm thinking about putting a 454 in my 66 C30 motor home. This thread has a lot of good info and pics. Thanks! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Past Master Triluminar Lodge #117 GL of WVa My 1963 4x4 Suburban build; http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=531274 My Gallery, now with pics of my 1966 C30 motorhome. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...&ppuser=103447

11-08-2012, 05:17 AM	#4
MOTOIMPAIRED Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Orlando Florida Posts: 315	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside Talk about patients, I see this thread started in 2007... I could not wait that long but the wait is paying off for sure. Truck looks good..... __________________ My build thread: 1966 stepside http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486223 1965 GMC fleet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651726

01-31-2013, 01:36 AM	#5
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05-02-2013, 06:16 PM	#6
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,779	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside I think I am going to get some time next week to work on the truck. I did jack it up so I could run the fuel line but now have to run it in a differnt way. I really want to find a tank with a fuel pump already inside but for now i have an external. __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536

05-02-2013, 08:05 PM	#7
gofastnut Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Williams, CA Posts: 760	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside Hey Chevy Fleetside, You are doing some really nice work! I kinda know what it's like since I'm doing a tiny bit of work to mine as I get time and $ to do it. I picked up a 454 & 049 heads last week, but don't want to make mine a non-runner to fit everything together. Guess I'll have to man up and do it soon. Keep up the (really) good work! __________________ Jeff 96 C3500 Crew Cab Long bed (Waiting on Cool Name) 64 C-10 shortie stepside, "Ole Brownie" C-10 Club My achingly slow build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=508345

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JWheeler331 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Louisiana Posts: 553	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside Very nice.

07-13-2013, 06:25 PM	#9
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,779	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside I put tranny fluid, power steering fluid, and coolant in the truck today and started it for the first time in over 6 years. The 89 BB had the lobe for a machanical fuel pump ( I put a q jet on it) and it works just fine. Oh did I mention I put fuel in it also.. It purrs and on the first try.. Had a few tranny leaks. I forgot to tighten the cooler lines and I dont have a gear in for the speedo cable.. OOPS... Bone Yard here I come. It is a 700R4 tranny from my 4x4. I put an output shaft in it. I had a big on my face for the first time in a long time. Now I just need to get it buttoned up so I can drive it. __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536

07-14-2013, 12:21 PM	#10
MisterC Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Hanford, CA Posts: 1,027	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside Very nice. Must be nice to reach the end of this journey. Congrats! __________________ Poor and content is Rich...and Rich enough! - William Shakespeare 1966 C10 Custom Cab "Luigi" Big Window - SWB Fleetside 350 V-8 - Powerglide My not so much a build thread as a "Slow Progression Thread":http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=486894

07-27-2013, 10:02 PM	#11
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,779	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside Just have to add a few pics to my thread. Battery box in and headlights working.. yay... Attached Images __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536

07-27-2013, 10:16 PM	#12
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,147	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside Nice ... but you might need a few tie straps .... __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"

07-27-2013, 10:37 PM	#13
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,779	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside I still need a side terminal battery and then I will tidy up the wires.. The yellow wire is the fuel pump wire which will not be used for that but maybe to power my power antenna. __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536

07-28-2013, 10:14 AM	#14
gulfcoast66 64-66 CHEVY JUNKIE Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Cypress ,Texas Posts: 1,516	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside Looking real good Bro, I'm glad for you too see it come together after a long wait!! Trust me I know the feeling been waiting on mine since 2007 also.... I'm Digging that Color what is it?? Great clean Work!!!! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1966 C-10 Fleetside LWB, 350 Lt1 4l60-E 2008 Silverado Crew Cab, 4.8 4l60-E 1998 GMC Yukon 4x4 L-31 Vortec, 4l60-E 2017 GMC Serra 4x4 5.3 Vortec, 4l60-E Do It In A Chevrolet

07-29-2013, 11:38 AM	#16
gulfcoast66 64-66 CHEVY JUNKIE Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Cypress ,Texas Posts: 1,516	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside Yeah Man that Blue with the Purple Pearl is Killer up front plus the Shiny Chrome, Lovin it Cuz..... Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1966 C-10 Fleetside LWB, 350 Lt1 4l60-E 2008 Silverado Crew Cab, 4.8 4l60-E 1998 GMC Yukon 4x4 L-31 Vortec, 4l60-E 2017 GMC Serra 4x4 5.3 Vortec, 4l60-E Do It In A Chevrolet



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08-09-2013, 05:44 PM	#17
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,779	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside I was afraid that when I put the trans back together I didn't seat the band in properly. If so the trans would not shift. It kinda felt like the truck had drag. So today I just said the heck with it and pulled it out of the garage (open headers and all) and just did a u turn at the bottom of the hill. It didn't shift in that small distance. I though ok going to have to pull the pan off the tranny. Well as I was coming back up the hill I gassed it and let off and as soon as I did that is shifted into 2nd. Yay... Now I just have to wait untill the end of the month to get my new Reg stickers. I already added it to my insurance. There is still alot of adjusting to do. it felt nice to drive it.. even if it was only 500 ft. Attached Images __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536

08-31-2013, 03:29 PM	#18
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,779	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside It is time to roll. Acually I do want to put the bed on and maybe some Mufflers before I drive it around. Attached Images __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536

09-15-2013, 10:12 PM	#19
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,779	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside Nice to be able to take it out again. Attached Images __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536

09-16-2013, 12:30 AM	#20
Rich 5150 69 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Galt, Calif Posts: 2,437	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside I know its been a while for you, glad to see it back on the road John..! __________________ `64 C10 vortec 350/350/373 posi `69 RS/SS 350/350/308 `37 Ford 406/350/324 traclock `68 Dart 370/904/323 suregrip

10-26-2013, 01:07 AM	#21
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,779	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside I ordered a 800 CFM carb for the BB... Should make it run even better. Attached Images __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536

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TJ's Chevy Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 10,384	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside Looking good! Neat to see it out again! __________________ 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

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Roll'nSlo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Plantersville,TX Posts: 130	Re: Big Block Build is what I'm calling mine. New pics inside Looking good. You have done a lot of great work. Now I need to get started with mine.

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