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cory d · 06-01-2012, 05:02 PM

can you fit a L6 with a clutch and fan on it into a truck? yes, barely.

texastruckjunky · 06-01-2012, 10:45 PM

Coming along. It looks good. Progress is good also.

EasySteve · 06-01-2012, 10:49 PM

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Originally Posted by texastruckjunky

Coming along. It looks good. Progress is good also.

Thanks! Got the engine in, and running. Just gotta get her timed, and all the plumbing done for the rad and it should be good! Ill post a few more pics soon.

juan lomeli sanchez · 06-01-2012, 11:06 PM

how good is this engine I have one just like it is worth repairing

EasySteve · 06-01-2012, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by juan lomeli sanchez

how good is this engine I have one just like it is worth repairing

Depends what you mean by how good...
Here are the engine specs!
http://www.ehow.com/about_5494611_in...nline-six.html

They are great torquey engines. This one was just rebuilt with fresh pistons.

EasySteve · 06-02-2012, 12:00 AM

Okay, so engine is in. Needs timed properly, but its in and runs. Lots of work to do yet, but look at her

Parts truck next to it.

Primer for now guys!

Roll on bed liner soon, spray on or roll on in cab as well.

Fitment was a pain with the oil pan hitting..

But we got the engine in!!!
a Chevy 250 L6 from a 1968 chevy truck.

juan lomeli sanchez · 06-02-2012, 02:08 PM

thanks for the information in question had to return for another mine is a piston 292 and other new
which is the measure of the exhaust pipe

BLK2K2SILVY · 06-02-2012, 05:20 PM

Awesome build! Glad to see folks still building I6s!!

Btw that is beautiful country up there! My grandmother was from Mercer island and my mother from marysville. Still haven't made a trip up there to see family but its def on my list!!

EasySteve · 06-06-2012, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by BLK2K2SILVY

Awesome build! Glad to see folks still building I6s!!

Btw that is beautiful country up there! My grandmother was from Mercer island and my mother from marysville. Still haven't made a trip up there to see family but its def on my list!!

Well if you could find a sunny day it is great up here! Hopefully my truck will be done and we can cruise or something with CoryD. That would be sweet

EasySteve · 06-06-2012, 06:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by juan lomeli sanchez

thanks for the information in question had to return for another mine is a piston 292 and other new
which is the measure of the exhaust pipe

The exhaust on mine is a 2.5".

For a inline 6, you should have 1 2.5" for the whole exhaust, if its split headers, then 2 2" pipes would be fine.

cory d · 06-08-2012, 07:05 PM

i step forward, 18 steps back. leaking rear main

EasySteve · 06-11-2012, 01:37 AM

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Originally Posted by cory d

i step forward, 18 steps back. leaking rear main

Well, I already have taken 16 steps forward when we swapped your tranny.
Now theres just the pan, main, and then we are well on our way!

Heres a pic for the people wondering about the 15 dollar Near Mint tailgate I got!

cory d · 06-11-2012, 03:45 AM

adn the tailgate band not pictured

walkerb · 06-11-2012, 07:16 AM

Nice build

cory d · 06-14-2012, 12:07 AM

with some fab work done on the pan, the engine is in. maybe we would have to pull it out within the next week

EasySteve · 06-16-2012, 04:30 PM

Okay boys big update today!
Engine painted all nice!

Cut the pan and welded up a patch.

And there ya go!

And here is CoryD havin a little fun!!

Cruisin in low!

Engine is in, just need to get a carb.

Looks like the rear main is leaking. :[
We all know what that means.

cory d · 06-17-2012, 05:30 PM

after putting the engine in and taking it out 80 times we should be able to do it in no time

kalbert · 06-20-2012, 06:05 PM

So I've got to ask.... You mentioned using flux core wire when you filled the gas door holes up. How did that go? I've got a ton of patching to do and am debating getting a gas kit first. But if I get gas, I'll have no money for patch panels and other stuff... So what was your experience like? Did you get a good hold without too much fuss? I expect there was a lot of grinding, but it looks pretty good so far!

EasySteve · 06-21-2012, 02:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kalbert

So I've got to ask.... You mentioned using flux core wire when you filled the gas door holes up. How did that go? I've got a ton of patching to do and am debating getting a gas kit first. But if I get gas, I'll have no money for patch panels and other stuff... So what was your experience like? Did you get a good hold without too much fuss? I expect there was a lot of grinding, but it looks pretty good so far!

Using the flux core went pretty smoothly as long as the patch is the exact same size and you just tack all the way around alternating sides to let the patch cool. Not too much grinding either due to the tack welds.

cory d · 06-22-2012, 12:54 AM

took the engine out after finding out that there are 2 different throwout bearing carriers, short(1 1/4") and long (1 7/8"). we had a short adn we had it in there with the diafram type pressure plate when we needed the long. its almost all the way beck together now, its list the little stuff now like starter wires. another hour of work and she will be on the road for a test drive

oldblue1968chevy · 06-22-2012, 02:07 PM

Cool build! I'll be in W washington state this fall/winter.

EasySteve · 06-25-2012, 04:15 AM

Took it out of the garage for a little test drive.

cory d · 06-26-2012, 02:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BLK2K2SILVY

Awesome build! Glad to see folks still building I6s!!

Btw that is beautiful country up there! My grandmother was from Mercer island and my mother from marysville. Still haven't made a trip up there to see family but its def on my list!!

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

Cool build! I'll be in W washington state this fall/winter.

this is about a mile from steves place

and on his road

elvis.donnelly · 07-03-2012, 02:06 AM

Nice built!

Slave1 · 07-03-2012, 08:28 PM

your garage is amazing, could only dream of one that big lol. good progress with the truck, definitely one to watch.

Steve

06-01-2012, 05:02 PM	#26
cory d Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Arlington WA Posts: 1,728	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. can you fit a L6 with a clutch and fan on it into a truck? yes, barely. __________________ GMC C15 355 SM465 3.73 80 C10 cruiser build thread 79 short stepside crew cab. big and ugly. build thread

06-01-2012, 10:45 PM	#27
texastruckjunky Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: San Antonio,Texas Posts: 220	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. Coming along. It looks good. Progress is good also. __________________ Life is to short to drive anything else

06-01-2012, 11:06 PM	#29
juan lomeli sanchez Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: tepic nayarit Posts: 48	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. how good is this engine I have one just like it is worth repairing

06-02-2012, 12:00 AM	#31
EasySteve Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Camano Island, WA Posts: 90	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. Okay, so engine is in. Needs timed properly, but its in and runs. Lots of work to do yet, but look at her Parts truck next to it. Primer for now guys! Roll on bed liner soon, spray on or roll on in cab as well. Fitment was a pain with the oil pan hitting.. But we got the engine in!!! a Chevy 250 L6 from a 1968 chevy truck. __________________ 1980 c10 Custom Deluxe 296 inline ;] SM-465 and 3.73s Lowered and shaved My Build!

06-02-2012, 02:08 PM	#32
juan lomeli sanchez Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: tepic nayarit Posts: 48	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. thanks for the information in question had to return for another mine is a piston 292 and other new which is the measure of the exhaust pipe

06-02-2012, 05:20 PM	#33
BLK2K2SILVY Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Bartlett, TN Posts: 88	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. Awesome build! Glad to see folks still building I6s!! Btw that is beautiful country up there! My grandmother was from Mercer island and my mother from marysville. Still haven't made a trip up there to see family but its def on my list!!

06-08-2012, 07:05 PM	#36
cory d Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Arlington WA Posts: 1,728	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. i step forward, 18 steps back. leaking rear main __________________ GMC C15 355 SM465 3.73 80 C10 cruiser build thread 79 short stepside crew cab. big and ugly. build thread

06-11-2012, 03:45 AM	#38
cory d Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Arlington WA Posts: 1,728	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. adn the tailgate band not pictured __________________ GMC C15 355 SM465 3.73 80 C10 cruiser build thread 79 short stepside crew cab. big and ugly. build thread

06-11-2012, 07:16 AM	#39
walkerb Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Rochester NY Posts: 831	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. Nice build __________________ 1973 k20 Suburban 350 1974 Custom stepside c-10 250 1975 Chevy stepside 454 1986 K30 Crewcab SRW 350 R.I.P- glimmertwin01- board member and good friend, you will be missed

06-14-2012, 12:07 AM	#40
cory d Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Arlington WA Posts: 1,728	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. with some fab work done on the pan, the engine is in. maybe we would have to pull it out within the next week __________________ GMC C15 355 SM465 3.73 80 C10 cruiser build thread 79 short stepside crew cab. big and ugly. build thread

06-16-2012, 04:30 PM	#41
EasySteve Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Camano Island, WA Posts: 90	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. Okay boys big update today! Engine painted all nice! Cut the pan and welded up a patch. And there ya go! And here is CoryD havin a little fun!! Cruisin in low! Engine is in, just need to get a carb. Looks like the rear main is leaking. :[ We all know what that means. __________________ 1980 c10 Custom Deluxe 296 inline ;] SM-465 and 3.73s Lowered and shaved My Build!

06-17-2012, 05:30 PM	#42
cory d Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Arlington WA Posts: 1,728	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. after putting the engine in and taking it out 80 times we should be able to do it in no time __________________ GMC C15 355 SM465 3.73 80 C10 cruiser build thread 79 short stepside crew cab. big and ugly. build thread

06-20-2012, 06:05 PM	#43
kalbert Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Minnesota Posts: 509	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. So I've got to ask.... You mentioned using flux core wire when you filled the gas door holes up. How did that go? I've got a ton of patching to do and am debating getting a gas kit first. But if I get gas, I'll have no money for patch panels and other stuff... So what was your experience like? Did you get a good hold without too much fuss? I expect there was a lot of grinding, but it looks pretty good so far!

06-22-2012, 12:54 AM	#45
cory d Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Arlington WA Posts: 1,728	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. took the engine out after finding out that there are 2 different throwout bearing carriers, short(1 1/4") and long (1 7/8"). we had a short adn we had it in there with the diafram type pressure plate when we needed the long. its almost all the way beck together now, its list the little stuff now like starter wires. another hour of work and she will be on the road for a test drive __________________ GMC C15 355 SM465 3.73 80 C10 cruiser build thread 79 short stepside crew cab. big and ugly. build thread

06-22-2012, 02:07 PM	#46
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. Cool build! I'll be in W washington state this fall/winter. __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4



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06-25-2012, 04:15 AM	#47
EasySteve Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Camano Island, WA Posts: 90	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. Took it out of the garage for a little test drive. __________________ 1980 c10 Custom Deluxe 296 inline ;] SM-465 and 3.73s Lowered and shaved My Build!

07-03-2012, 02:06 AM	#49
elvis.donnelly Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Lloyd, Florida Posts: 12	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. Nice built!

07-03-2012, 08:28 PM	#50
Slave1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Roydon, Norfolk Posts: 23	Re: 1980 C-10 Low buck build. your garage is amazing, could only dream of one that big lol. good progress with the truck, definitely one to watch. Steve

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