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msgross · 12-08-2009, 10:07 PM

wow, i didn't notice the nose color change... nice..

duallyjams · 12-09-2009, 10:00 AM

I searched the thread, I might have missed it, my question is about the hydro boost, what and how.

Musclerodz · 12-10-2009, 02:32 AM

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Originally Posted by duallyjams

I searched the thread, I might have missed it, my question is about the hydro boost, what and how.

it is from a 74 chevy 1t, made the fireall plate, had to enlarge the firewall hole. Also had to alter rod length to hook up to brake pedal. I also used factory lines from a 74 chevy as well and just rebent to fit.

Musclerodz · 12-10-2009, 02:33 AM

Fixed the vibration issue this evening, had a bad clutch and pressure plate. Installed a new one, and all seems good now. Now need to finish the details and get it home for Christmas!

Conroe trucker · 12-17-2009, 06:49 PM

Nice job.
I have used Raptor and love it.
Even used it under the hood.

Might I suggest, painted white rims with some original dog dishs........

Would like to see some more detail or entire string on how to mate the trans on a 4x4. That sounds like the ticket.

Lafayette 68K20 · 12-18-2009, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Conroe trucker

Nice job.
I have used Raptor and love it.
Even used it under the hood.

Might I suggest, painted white rims with some original dog dishs........

Would like to see some more detail or entire string on how to mate the trans on a 4x4. That sounds like the ticket.

Greetings Conroe trucker - thanks for the suggestions. I'll let Mike respond to the transmission question.

Regarding the rims/dog dishes - I really like the new wheels and plan to use them in the summer months. I'm actually very interested in finding a set of original wheels and hubcaps/beauty rings that I could throw some good snow tires on. I've heard there's some aftermarket products that are really good, I'm just not sure what the original wheel size/style (and part number to reference) was for a 68 K20 CST, or what kind of hubcaps (let alone part number) would have come on the truck. Any info you have on that would be great - thanks!

Conroe trucker · 12-18-2009, 02:12 PM

Please take it as it was meant, only a suggestion. Everyone has their own tastes and desires, and those are based off of what we grew up wanting and riding in. Not to mention the budgets we have to deal with.

Attached are some pictures of a truck I was interested in some time ago on Ebay. Not sure if it is period correct, but to me it looks right.

I have a 70 SWB SS 4x4 I am restoring this summer. After the 67 4x4 is finished, which is very soon. It may get this skinny tire original stance treatment......

I feel the painted rims make the truck a little more authentic than non stock looking rims. I have rallys on my 67 4x4 but the color combo is so close to yours, that I might have to seriously consider going this route.

Gotta admit, those white rims make it one clean S.O.B., and it would go good with your grill and tailgate letters. (still have not decided to do that or not)

Anyway, for what it is worth!

Mike

**Dieselwrencher** · 12-18-2009, 04:28 PM

That does look very nice. If I can find some 16.5x9.75 steel wheels, I would like to do that on my Longhorn. But I haven't had any luck finding any.

Musclerodz · 12-26-2009, 12:39 AM

We had the most snowfall in OKC recorded history yesterday and could not help myself testing the 4wd function. Drift was between 24"-30" in front of the shop and handled it perfectly. If it had been mine, there were a few more drifts I would have loved to play in.

msgross · 01-15-2012, 03:53 PM

any updates on this build, been a few years so I'm sure the new owner is loving it..

12-08-2009, 10:07 PM	#201
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: New Project at Musclerodz - '68 K20 wow, i didn't notice the nose color change... nice.. __________________ 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"

12-09-2009, 10:00 AM	#202
duallyjams Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Deale Md Posts: 4,663	Re: New Project at Musclerodz - '68 K20 I searched the thread, I might have missed it, my question is about the hydro boost, what and how. __________________ James 63 GMC V6 4speed carryall 65 chevy swb bbw V8 auto 68 K20 327/4 speed, buddy buckets 2002 GMC CC Dually Duramax 64 GMC lwb 3/4 V6 4speed SOLD 66 GMC swb bbw buddy buckets SOLD IG duallyjams The only thing that stays the same is constant change!

12-10-2009, 02:33 AM	#204
Musclerodz Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 2,365	Re: New Project at Musclerodz - '68 K20 Fixed the vibration issue this evening, had a bad clutch and pressure plate. Installed a new one, and all seems good now. Now need to finish the details and get it home for Christmas! __________________ Mike Redpath

12-17-2009, 06:49 PM	#205
Conroe trucker SWBs: 67 2x4, 67 4x4, 70 4x4 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 483	Re: New Project at Musclerodz - '68 K20 Nice job. I have used Raptor and love it. Even used it under the hood. Might I suggest, painted white rims with some original dog dishs........ Would like to see some more detail or entire string on how to mate the trans on a 4x4. That sounds like the ticket. __________________ FINISHED Project thread: 67 SWB 4x4 FINISHED Project thread: 67 SWB 6 cyl cruiser Project thread: Road Toad 70 SWB Step, 4x4, 292, 3OT 01 C5 convertable 08 Z06

12-18-2009, 02:12 PM	#207
Conroe trucker SWBs: 67 2x4, 67 4x4, 70 4x4 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Conroe, TX Posts: 483	Re: New Project at Musclerodz - '68 K20 Please take it as it was meant, only a suggestion. Everyone has their own tastes and desires, and those are based off of what we grew up wanting and riding in. Not to mention the budgets we have to deal with. Attached are some pictures of a truck I was interested in some time ago on Ebay. Not sure if it is period correct, but to me it looks right. I have a 70 SWB SS 4x4 I am restoring this summer. After the 67 4x4 is finished, which is very soon. It may get this skinny tire original stance treatment...... I feel the painted rims make the truck a little more authentic than non stock looking rims. I have rallys on my 67 4x4 but the color combo is so close to yours, that I might have to seriously consider going this route. Gotta admit, those white rims make it one clean S.O.B., and it would go good with your grill and tailgate letters. (still have not decided to do that or not) Anyway, for what it is worth! Mike Attached Images __________________ FINISHED Project thread: 67 SWB 4x4 FINISHED Project thread: 67 SWB 6 cyl cruiser Project thread: Road Toad 70 SWB Step, 4x4, 292, 3OT 01 C5 convertable 08 Z06 Last edited by Conroe trucker; 12-18-2009 at 02:16 PM.

12-18-2009, 04:28 PM	#208
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,134	Re: New Project at Musclerodz - '68 K20 That does look very nice. If I can find some 16.5x9.75 steel wheels, I would like to do that on my Longhorn. But I haven't had any luck finding any. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

12-26-2009, 12:39 AM	#209
Musclerodz Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 2,365	Re: New Project at Musclerodz - '68 K20 We had the most snowfall in OKC recorded history yesterday and could not help myself testing the 4wd function. Drift was between 24"-30" in front of the shop and handled it perfectly. If it had been mine, there were a few more drifts I would have loved to play in. Attached Images __________________ Mike Redpath

01-15-2012, 03:53 PM	#210
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: New Project at Musclerodz - '68 K20 any updates on this build, been a few years so I'm sure the new owner is loving it.. __________________ 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"



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