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Old 12-21-2010, 04:21 PM   #1
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Dad's old '80 SWB...

I thought I'd start a build thread so I could share my progress and stay motivated!

This 1980 SWB was purchased used by my Dad when I was in high school in about '84 or '85.
It was freshly repainted the original dark red (maroon??) although it appears to have originally had a white center stripe.

This truck was always really cool to me, and I have fond memories of taking my first real girlfriend on a few dates in it...

My dad parked it in 2001 and was going to sell it, so I bought from him.
I striped the interior out (was very tired) and pulled all the chrome to send the truck to the paint shop. Then LIFE got in the way and it sat in storage until a few weeks ago (12/2010).

Time to get it back on the road!

Plans for it include:
Chassis prep and paint
Dropping in a new engine... (pics and details to follow)
Repairing factory heat and AC
New paint in the original color...
New interior in black...
spray in bed liner
2 inch rear drop to level the truck
Restore factory Ralleys with T/A Radials
New bumpers and trim (not sure about side trim or smooth!)


Here is a BEFORE pic...
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Old 12-21-2010, 04:29 PM   #2
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

Welcome! Glad to see more local guys, and looking forward to seeing some updates. If you need anything, feel free to holler!
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Old 12-21-2010, 04:31 PM   #3
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

The first weekend I built a dolley to hold the front clip and pulled the sheet metal.
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Old 12-21-2010, 04:33 PM   #4
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

Last weekend... OUT CAME THE OLD POWERPLANT!
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Old 12-21-2010, 04:34 PM   #5
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

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Welcome! Glad to see more local guys, and looking forward to seeing some updates. If you need anything, feel free to holler!
Thanks!
I'm sure I will need lots of help and suggestions.
I'm not new to spinning wrenches on old cars... but have never actually done a full restoration before!!!
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Old 12-21-2010, 04:47 PM   #6
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

Here is the old engine and the one that will replace it...

The old one is a 305 2bbl
The new one is a '74 350, flat top pistons, vortec heads, performer intake, holley 600, with HEI

Equiped with a new GM serpentine belt accessory setup from SUMMIT!

I plan on using this AC compressor with the factory air... (will burn that bridge when I get to it!)

Notice the TH350 trans... worked great, but would leak if you let the truck set... (gotta decide what to do with that...)
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Old 12-21-2010, 04:47 PM   #7
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

nice looking Build
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Old 12-21-2010, 04:53 PM   #8
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

Use an A/C hose for a '91 K5 Blazer or Suburban without dual A/C, and you will be fine. Hose is about $60 from NAPA.
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Old 12-21-2010, 05:01 PM   #9
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Use an A/C hose for a '91 K5 Blazer or Suburban without dual A/C, and you will be fine. Hose is about $60 from NAPA.
SEE !!! Youre helping allready
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Old 12-21-2010, 07:10 PM   #10
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

looking good if i were u i keep the side chrome
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Old 12-21-2010, 09:43 PM   #11
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

nice build man, seeing this is down the road from me ima subscribe, any help needed let me know.
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Old 12-22-2010, 02:50 AM   #12
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

I am diggin the truck, and the Lone Star Flag. I will suscribe to this thread.
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Old 12-22-2010, 12:21 PM   #13
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

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looking good if i were u i keep the side chrome
Thanks, I'm kinda leaning that way...

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nice build man, seeing this is down the road from me ima subscribe, any help needed let me know.
Yeah, we will definately have to get together... I appreciate the offer for assistance, that goes the same for you!

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I am diggin the truck, and the Lone Star Flag. I will suscribe to this thread.
Thanks! That flag was my 40th birthday present from the girlfriend... we had a party and used it for the backdrop for my band!
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Old 12-22-2010, 12:38 PM   #14
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

i seen your band has played out at longhorn and you also have a bike.. you could possibly know my dad? or at least seen him, hes always out there with his.
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i seen your band has played out at longhorn and you also have a bike.. you could possibly know my dad? or at least seen him, hes always out there with his.

Very possible!
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

small world, heres his bike not a good pic, but the only one i have
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

Welcome from Haslet! Good looking truck you got there. I like the side trim on those trucks when they're two tone. I can't remember seeing many solids with the trim. Should be sweet either way.
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small world, heres his bike not a good pic, but the only one i have
I KNOW I've seen that bike b4.... !

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Welcome from Haslet! Good looking truck you got there. I like the side trim on those trucks when they're two tone. I can't remember seeing many solids with the trim. Should be sweet either way.
Thank you! Youre just down the road from me!

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Old 01-11-2011, 10:02 AM   #19
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

I am having withdrawal symptoms from not working on my truck!
WAY to early in this project to start getting bogged down...

First it was the holidays, then working on the daily driver, then getting the old Chevelle ready to sell, then 3 of the 4 light fixtures in my shop died...

NOW the band is audtioning new singers....

I have, however, started pulling the power steering box to reseal it.
I really need to push the truck outside and power wash and degrease everything to get ready to paint the frame and front end... but seeing that its 24 degrees today, I dont see that happening!
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

Cool build ya got goin on, I say keep the trim too, mine had it as a solid color truck but I removed it and filled all the holes , I would like to put it back on ,
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

Is the RE-POP side trim on the market any good?
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Old 01-11-2011, 06:01 PM   #22
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Re: Dad's old '80 SWB...

10 years ago I built this truck from the frame up. Every single piece of molding was aftermarket from LMC. Not perfect but good enough to install without any headaches and a nice look once installed. I liked it enough that I'm about to order a full set for my current buildup.

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Wow that looks good and straight on a very clean truck to, would you have to drill all the mounting holes or could some kinda 2 sided tape ?
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There were lots of holes to drill. We had to do all the body work and assemble the truck. Mark and drill all molding holes, then disassemble the entire truck and paint it before fully reassembling it.
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Old 01-15-2011, 06:17 PM   #25
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HAD SHOP TIME TODAY!!!! YEA!!!!

Pulled the power steering box to reseal... pulled the bed... and spent 2 hours pressure washing the frame and suspension (and its still not clean!)
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