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502ms · 02-05-2013, 08:49 PM

I agree. You are doing the right thing with finishing it...and leave the logo as an option for the potential buyer...use it like a carrot
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**CC69Rat** · 02-05-2013, 09:34 PM

Faux-tina? Or no?
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VA72C10 · 02-05-2013, 09:59 PM

my vote would be no.

Bennett68C10 · 02-05-2013, 11:29 PM

No I would paint it a very shiney Hugger orange with white roof like you thought about doing. This would probably give you your biggest market.
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**CC69Rat** · 05-03-2013, 06:47 PM

Pretty sure she's becoming a fleet soon!.. I have someone interested in my stepside bed. Ill know not this weekend but next.

I hear the repro beds sold by sokyclassics are 99% OEM fit and qualit. Any input? Im thinking hugger orange with Brazilian Teak wood bed. White 68 style top and grille with full trim and saddle houndstooth bench. 70-71 CST style door panels.
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Bennett68C10 · 05-03-2013, 07:36 PM

I think that would look awesome Chad. I love Hugger Orange and even though Red is my favorite color I still think about painting it Hugger Orange sometimes. I'm like 75/25 Red/Hugger. I think your definitely on the right track buddy.
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**CC69Rat** · 05-03-2013, 08:10 PM

I like them both, but I just want to run trim around the fender wells.
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Justin36 · 05-05-2013, 02:39 PM

I <3 big blocks!
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Bennett68C10 · 05-05-2013, 05:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Justin36

I <3 big blocks!
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Me too

**CC69Rat** · 05-05-2013, 06:00 PM

Hard to beat the sound of an old BBC.
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Hawssie · 05-14-2013, 05:03 PM

Yeah main bearings can look bad and give you a scare but still have a fine crank shaft. The idea is for the soft bearings to catch the dirt particles and score but not damage the journals. Just replace the bearings.

**CC69Rat** · 07-01-2013, 02:08 PM

Okay fellas ! The GMC is sold and on it's way to Texas. Back on this one! I'll be pulling the cab soon to start the bodywork and final blocking. I have another set of buckets purchased, I'm going to pick them up soon.

This one will be Hugger Orange with saddle buckets, carpet, etc. Rosewood steering wheel, 70-71 Custom door panels and lots of Lokar stuff. Not sure what I will do on the suspension yet, I have a couple ideas but it will be heavily PB influenced if you know what I mean

I just have to wait and see how and/or when the new baby comes along. I may be a bit slower from here but Pops and I will get this one done too.

The GMC was fun guys! Thanks for following along. It went to a great guy. He's going to paint it and has all new upper and lower trim on the way.

NoNeck · 07-01-2013, 03:20 PM

I'm in the garage now brushing the dust off...

Bennett68C10 · 07-01-2013, 03:24 PM

Awesome Chad glad to see you dusted off the old thread

Can't wait to see what direction you take this truck in.
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**nlped** · 07-03-2013, 07:19 PM

All righty Chad... I just read this whole thread start to finish (at work...shhhhh) and I'm really fired up to see this one! It's going to be wicked!!!

And because of YOU, I have a guy coming to buy the CPP pieces and I'll be going PB too. Gee thanks Chad.

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aggie91 · 07-04-2013, 08:44 AM

OK, I liked what you did on Grande Slam, now I hope to see this one take a step up. When are you getting back at it? Its a holiday weekend, good time to start.

Rusbuilt · 07-09-2013, 07:55 PM

I hadn't subscribed to this thread yet! So.... I'm in! If its anything like the GMC its gonna be very detailed!

**CC69Rat** · 07-09-2013, 08:02 PM

Hey man.. thanks for joining

I picked up a set of 69-70 truck buckets the other day and I will probably go to Bowling Green in a couple weeks to get my fleet bed.

This truck will be pretty easy from here though.. zero rust, its just paint and final assembly. (And a few sparks..

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**nlped** · 07-09-2013, 08:18 PM

You gonna do a dropmember???

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**CC69Rat** · 07-09-2013, 08:44 PM

Ummm.. Possibly. What would a nicely restored 73-87 front K-member bring at a fruit market in China?
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**nlped** · 07-09-2013, 08:47 PM

Lol. $75 at the local LKQ or a few ¢ a pound.
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Bennett68C10 · 07-09-2013, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Hey man.. thanks for joining

I picked up a set of 69-70 truck buckets the other day and I will probably go to Bowling Green in a couple weeks to get my fleet bed.

This truck will be pretty easy from here though.. zero rust, its just paint and final assembly. (And a few sparks..

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Hope to see you do the Dropmembers Chad. You will definitely need to change some things like your headers and add a high hump if you don't already have it. Will slow down the build a little but is well worth it.
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Rusbuilt · 07-09-2013, 11:36 PM

When you go to Bowling Green stop by for a visit maybe we can grab some lunch!

**CC69Rat** · 07-10-2013, 08:39 AM

Ed and Pops might be with me but we'll leave them in the truck.

Hey how difficult is it to change over to an air dash? A high hump is absolutely mandatory for a drop member setup? makes sense .. but I have just never changed one over. It's a low hump cab now. Is there a lot to going to high hump?

**nlped** · 07-10-2013, 08:44 AM

^^^ Hey!!! I wanna get out too.

I was wondering about the high hump business too. I'm really wondering if its necessary with a mild or touring DM mainly.
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02-05-2013, 08:49 PM	#301
502ms Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,523	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project I agree. You are doing the right thing with finishing it...and leave the logo as an option for the potential buyer...use it like a carrot Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Best Regards, Leon M. Instagram: @TheDirtyDianah Bagged \| 6.0L LS \| T-56 (6-Speed Manual) \| Turbo Burnout/Rolling Video: Chevy C10 Stepside 6.0L LSx & 6-Speed Manual

02-05-2013, 09:34 PM	#302
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Faux-tina? Or no? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

02-05-2013, 09:59 PM	#303
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project my vote would be no. __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

02-05-2013, 11:29 PM	#304
Bennett68C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 5,518	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project No I would paint it a very shiney Hugger orange with white roof like you thought about doing. This would probably give you your biggest market. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Keith 66 Suburban Burb Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751361 IG: bennett68c10

05-03-2013, 06:47 PM	#305
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Pretty sure she's becoming a fleet soon!.. I have someone interested in my stepside bed. Ill know not this weekend but next. I hear the repro beds sold by sokyclassics are 99% OEM fit and qualit. Any input? Im thinking hugger orange with Brazilian Teak wood bed. White 68 style top and grille with full trim and saddle houndstooth bench. 70-71 CST style door panels. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

05-03-2013, 07:36 PM	#306
Bennett68C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 5,518	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project I think that would look awesome Chad. I love Hugger Orange and even though Red is my favorite color I still think about painting it Hugger Orange sometimes. I'm like 75/25 Red/Hugger. I think your definitely on the right track buddy. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Keith 66 Suburban Burb Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751361 IG: bennett68c10

05-03-2013, 08:10 PM	#307
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project I like them both, but I just want to run trim around the fender wells. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

05-05-2013, 02:39 PM	#308
Justin36 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Selmer, Tennessee Posts: 744	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project I <3 big blocks! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Justin

05-05-2013, 06:00 PM	#310
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Hard to beat the sound of an old BBC. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

05-14-2013, 05:03 PM	#311
Hawssie Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Clayton, Ca. Posts: 162	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Yeah main bearings can look bad and give you a scare but still have a fine crank shaft. The idea is for the soft bearings to catch the dirt particles and score but not damage the journals. Just replace the bearings.

07-01-2013, 02:08 PM	#312
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Okay fellas ! The GMC is sold and on it's way to Texas. Back on this one! I'll be pulling the cab soon to start the bodywork and final blocking. I have another set of buckets purchased, I'm going to pick them up soon. This one will be Hugger Orange with saddle buckets, carpet, etc. Rosewood steering wheel, 70-71 Custom door panels and lots of Lokar stuff. Not sure what I will do on the suspension yet, I have a couple ideas but it will be heavily PB influenced if you know what I mean I just have to wait and see how and/or when the new baby comes along. I may be a bit slower from here but Pops and I will get this one done too. The GMC was fun guys! Thanks for following along. It went to a great guy. He's going to paint it and has all new upper and lower trim on the way. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

07-01-2013, 03:20 PM	#313
NoNeck Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 1,105	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project I'm in the garage now brushing the dust off... __________________ 2016 RAM Laramie HEMI 1966 Fairlane GT/A, 390/335 HP If it costs you a dollar to make a friend, KEEP THE DOLLAR. If it costs you a friend to make a dollar, KEEP THE FRIEND.

07-01-2013, 03:24 PM	#314
Bennett68C10 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 5,518	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Awesome Chad glad to see you dusted off the old thread Can't wait to see what direction you take this truck in. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Keith 66 Suburban Burb Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=751361 IG: bennett68c10

07-03-2013, 07:19 PM	#315
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project All righty Chad... I just read this whole thread start to finish (at work...shhhhh) and I'm really fired up to see this one! It's going to be wicked!!! And because of YOU, I have a guy coming to buy the CPP pieces and I'll be going PB too. Gee thanks Chad. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

07-04-2013, 08:44 AM	#316
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project OK, I liked what you did on Grande Slam, now I hope to see this one take a step up. When are you getting back at it? Its a holiday weekend, good time to start. __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square



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07-09-2013, 07:55 PM	#317
Rusbuilt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 5,381	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project I hadn't subscribed to this thread yet! So.... I'm in! If its anything like the GMC its gonna be very detailed! __________________ -Rus PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULINPaypal donations accepted @ rus1785@yahoo.com Rusbuilt's garage 1968 Chevy C-30 Darcy SOLD Rusbuilt shop truck *SOLD*

07-09-2013, 08:02 PM	#318
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Hey man.. thanks for joining I picked up a set of 69-70 truck buckets the other day and I will probably go to Bowling Green in a couple weeks to get my fleet bed. This truck will be pretty easy from here though.. zero rust, its just paint and final assembly. (And a few sparks.. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

07-09-2013, 08:18 PM	#319
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project You gonna do a dropmember??? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

07-09-2013, 08:44 PM	#320
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Ummm.. Possibly. What would a nicely restored 73-87 front K-member bring at a fruit market in China? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

07-09-2013, 08:47 PM	#321
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Lol. $75 at the local LKQ or a few ¢ a pound. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

07-09-2013, 11:36 PM	#323
Rusbuilt Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 5,381	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project When you go to Bowling Green stop by for a visit maybe we can grab some lunch! __________________ -Rus PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULINPaypal donations accepted @ rus1785@yahoo.com Rusbuilt's garage 1968 Chevy C-30 Darcy SOLD Rusbuilt shop truck *SOLD*

07-10-2013, 08:39 AM	#324
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project Ed and Pops might be with me but we'll leave them in the truck. Hey how difficult is it to change over to an air dash? A high hump is absolutely mandatory for a drop member setup? makes sense .. but I have just never changed one over. It's a low hump cab now. Is there a lot to going to high hump? __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

07-10-2013, 08:44 AM	#325
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,147	Re: 1969 C10 SWB Stepside - Big Block project ^^^ Hey!!! I wanna get out too. I was wondering about the high hump business too. I'm really wondering if its necessary with a mild or touring DM mainly. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

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