ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

kyoung · 06-20-2007, 09:10 AM

I bought this truck several months ago but was waiting on my shop to be finished before I started working on it. The truck started out as a Navy vehicle. I am a navy veteran myself so thought that was pretty cool!

kyoung · 06-20-2007, 09:11 AM

more photos

kyoung · 06-20-2007, 09:15 AM

some more pictures

kyoung · 06-20-2007, 09:16 AM

couple more pictures

**Yukon Jack** · 06-20-2007, 10:10 AM

So, what are your plans - should be a fun project to watch.

**Hart_Rod** · 06-20-2007, 10:12 AM

Cool truck!!! I've got 18 years in myself. Currently stationed at NAS Whiting Field, but transferring to NM in Aug/Sep. Keep the pictures rolling!

kyoung · 06-20-2007, 10:19 AM

Plans include.....

lot of time and money
crate 350
a/c
disc conversion on front
replace rear axle
4" lift
35" tires
paint (everything)
replace doors, front drivers fender, rear drivers fender

that should keep me busy for a long time!!!!

kyoung · 06-20-2007, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Cool truck!!! I've got 18 years in myself. Currently stationed at NAS Whiting Field, but transferring to NM in Aug/Sep. Keep the pictures rolling!

I did a year in Millington TN. then 3 years in "good ole" Beeville TX.

Good luck on the transfer!!

bryanw1968 · 06-20-2007, 11:48 AM

Very cool.

1969k10stepside · 06-20-2007, 11:51 AM

Nice project..it looks to have a newer transfer case (NP205) from the looks of the t-case shifter.I dont think you can just put one of the 205 shifters on a Rockwell t case...,but even if it has the 205 instead of the original Rockwell,your better off with the 205!

1969K10 · 06-20-2007, 12:32 PM

glad to see another one saved! Looks like a good start, good luck!

jb4short · 06-20-2007, 01:12 PM

Nice truck! I did ten years as a destroyer sailor (STGC)...and Rod's going to give me his '52 when he transfers (Rod's not aware of that yet though)

ChevLoRay · 06-20-2007, 01:48 PM

Nice start...nice to have a shop, too.

Let's see.....battleship gray paint, body lift, suspension lift.....nah.

Did it come to the Navy with the V-8?

I'd like to have the El Camino I drove in 'Nam. All I have left of it is a couple of pix. SS396-350HP/TH350/Kyzer roof air/24V and aircraft radios out the wazoo. But, it was USAF blue with a white top, black wide ovals and small caps on steel wheels.

kyoung · 06-20-2007, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ChevLoRay

Did it come to the Navy with the V-8?

I was told it originally had a six cylinder.

**68 Stepside** · 06-20-2007, 08:24 PM

Pretty uncommon truck, if it's an original 4x4 short step, that's for sure. Looks like you've got a good starting point, keep us updated.

kyoung · 07-02-2007, 08:22 AM

July 2, 2007 progress pictures...

Almost done with the tear down.

kyoung · 07-02-2007, 08:22 AM

few more

kyoung · 07-02-2007, 08:26 AM

more progress

kyoung · 07-02-2007, 08:27 AM

last for now...

ChevyDude · 07-02-2007, 08:29 AM

Your truck looks to be an awesome truck to restore! Congrats!!! Should be a great transformation back to new. Take lots of pics. I'm sure it will be beautiful when you finish!

Alex

Bishops Trucks · 07-02-2007, 08:47 AM

That will be a nice ride to pull Skeeter with. That is cool that you are both retired Navy.

killer71 · 07-02-2007, 09:18 AM

Guys this fella ain't foolin around; he's busy!

msgross · 07-02-2007, 10:08 AM

Nice to see another 68 K-10 being saved. Check out the link in my signature and you will see mine. Looks like you already have power steering so now you just need to swap in a Dana44/corp10 with disc brakes and your set...

Where in Alabama are you?

kyoung · 07-02-2007, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by msgross

Nice to see another 68 K-10 being saved. Check out the link in my signature and you will see mine. Looks like you already have power steering so now you just need to swap in a Dana44/corp10 with disc brakes and your set...

Where in Alabama are you?

I've been following your build, looking great!! A lot of what you are doing is what I have planned also, including disc on the front and replacing the rear with posi. traction

I live in Albertville ( northeast part of state )

71tahoe · 07-02-2007, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by kyoung

I live in Albertville ( northeast part of state )

kyoung, I just happened across this post and I really need to pick your brain. Check PMs.

06-20-2007, 09:10 AM	#1
kyoung Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 66	ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread I bought this truck several months ago but was waiting on my shop to be finished before I started working on it. The truck started out as a Navy vehicle. I am a navy veteran myself so thought that was pretty cool! Attached Images

06-20-2007, 09:11 AM	#2
kyoung Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 66	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread more photos Attached Images

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kyoung Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 66	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread some more pictures Attached Images

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kyoung Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 66	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread couple more pictures Attached Images

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Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,683	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread So, what are your plans - should be a fun project to watch. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

06-20-2007, 10:12 AM	#6
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,827	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread Cool truck!!! I've got 18 years in myself. Currently stationed at NAS Whiting Field, but transferring to NM in Aug/Sep. Keep the pictures rolling! __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

06-20-2007, 10:19 AM	#7
kyoung Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 66	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread Plans include..... lot of time and money crate 350 a/c disc conversion on front replace rear axle 4" lift 35" tires paint (everything) replace doors, front drivers fender, rear drivers fender that should keep me busy for a long time!!!!

06-20-2007, 11:48 AM	#9
bryanw1968 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Leander, Texas Posts: 850	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread Very cool.

06-20-2007, 11:51 AM	#10
1969k10stepside Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: USA Posts: 21,020	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread Nice project..it looks to have a newer transfer case (NP205) from the looks of the t-case shifter.I dont think you can just put one of the 205 shifters on a Rockwell t case...,but even if it has the 205 instead of the original Rockwell,your better off with the 205! Last edited by 1969k10stepside; 06-20-2007 at 11:52 AM.

06-20-2007, 12:32 PM	#11
1969K10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Clarks Hill, Indiana Posts: 733	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread glad to see another one saved! Looks like a good start, good luck! __________________ 1969 K10 - V8, 465, 205, 12 bolt, D44 2002-current 1969 K20 - V8, 465, 221, Eaton, D44 2012-current Nothin' but drums on all 4 corners! past horses in the stable 72 C10-short step (97-02), 68 C10-long fleet (06-12)

06-20-2007, 01:12 PM	#12
jb4short Damn Yankee Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Lynchburg, VA Posts: 2,261	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread Nice truck! I did ten years as a destroyer sailor (STGC)...and Rod's going to give me his '52 when he transfers (Rod's not aware of that yet though) Last edited by jb4short; 06-20-2007 at 01:21 PM.

06-20-2007, 01:48 PM	#13
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread Nice start...nice to have a shop, too. Let's see.....battleship gray paint, body lift, suspension lift.....nah. Did it come to the Navy with the V-8? I'd like to have the El Camino I drove in 'Nam. All I have left of it is a couple of pix. SS396-350HP/TH350/Kyzer roof air/24V and aircraft radios out the wazoo. But, it was USAF blue with a white top, black wide ovals and small caps on steel wheels. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

06-20-2007, 08:24 PM	#15
68 Stepside huh? Join Date: May 2000 Location: Washington, Illinois Posts: 5,692	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread Pretty uncommon truck, if it's an original 4x4 short step, that's for sure. Looks like you've got a good starting point, keep us updated. __________________ Someday when I'm lonely, Wishing you weren't so far away, Then I will remember Things we said today. RIP El Jay

07-02-2007, 08:22 AM	#16
kyoung Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 66	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread July 2, 2007 progress pictures... Almost done with the tear down. Attached Images

07-02-2007, 08:22 AM	#17
kyoung Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 66	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread few more Attached Images Last edited by kyoung; 07-02-2007 at 08:24 AM.



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07-02-2007, 08:26 AM	#18
kyoung Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 66	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread more progress Attached Images

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kyoung Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 66	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread last for now... Attached Images

07-02-2007, 08:29 AM	#20
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread Your truck looks to be an awesome truck to restore! Congrats!!! Should be a great transformation back to new. Take lots of pics. I'm sure it will be beautiful when you finish! Alex __________________ Alex 1971 Lil' Red 350 SBC 700R4

07-02-2007, 08:47 AM	#21
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07-02-2007, 10:08 AM	#23
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: ex-Navy 68 K10 build thread Nice to see another 68 K-10 being saved. Check out the link in my signature and you will see mine. Looks like you already have power steering so now you just need to swap in a Dana44/corp10 with disc brakes and your set... Where in Alabama are you? __________________ 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" Last edited by msgross; 07-02-2007 at 10:08 AM.

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