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Old 05-16-2021, 11:33 PM   #51
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I’m not trying to go super low with this truck just have essentially an old man hot rod hauler that I can use to run around and pick up parts and just have fun.
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Old 05-16-2021, 11:34 PM   #52
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Here it is off the Jack. This old cowboy truck is a little less country and a little more rock ‘n’ roll. Can’t wait to get the rear done.
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Old 05-17-2021, 11:02 AM   #53
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Re: My 1968 C-20 vermillion metallic...1 in a VERmillion

Look'n good in the Arizona neighborhood!!!

Amazing how the wheels and trim make it look sooo much better!!!

Carry on! THat's how I would do it!!!
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Old 05-18-2021, 07:05 PM   #54
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Oooooo...dis gon' be goooodd.....
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Old 05-20-2021, 11:00 PM   #55
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Old 05-20-2021, 11:04 PM   #56
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1/2 ton rear end. Gonna swap to 5 lug axles. ? On ring gear pic 11:41 assuming that’s teeth on pinion and ring gear. 3.73 ratio. Is that a date code on righ gear “GM 2-68” ????
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Old 05-20-2021, 11:43 PM   #57
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Re: My 1968 C-20 vermillion metallic...1 in a VERmillion

Correct on the ratio numbers. I don’t know for sure on date code, it’s likely a 68 rear.

I’m sure I’m captain obvious, here, but make sure you get the correct length axles for the axle housing! If you get Moser axles, buy the studs AND have them install them, it’s worth every penny!

I plan on 3.73 gears for my 67 and 68. If you DO need new gears, I’ve read that Motive gear is preferred, for reasons I don’t remember...
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Old 05-21-2021, 07:58 PM   #58
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Correct on the ratio numbers. I don’t know for sure on date code, it’s likely a 68 rear.

I’m sure I’m captain obvious, here, but make sure you get the correct length axles for the axle housing! If you get Moser axles, buy the studs AND have them install them, it’s worth every penny!

I plan on 3.73 gears for my 67 and 68. If you DO need new gears, I’ve read that Motive gear is preferred, for reasons I don’t remember...
My truck is a 3/4 ton this is a random 6 lug 1/2 ton rear I scored from a buddy. I’m happy with the 30 spline. Will look for best axles. 30 3/4 length.
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Old 05-23-2021, 01:58 PM   #59
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Re: My 1968 C-20 vermillion metallic...1 in a VERmillion

Are you going the CLR treatment and buff and wax when done?
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Old 05-25-2021, 11:37 PM   #60
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Are you going the CLR treatment and buff and wax when done?
Not sure time will tell. I do like that look though.
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Old 05-25-2021, 11:40 PM   #61
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Progress from Sunday. Rear end removal started.
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Old 05-25-2021, 11:43 PM   #62
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Progress from today. Rear axle, rear 3/4ton springs, rear helper springs, rear bumper removed
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Old 05-25-2021, 11:51 PM   #63
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Tie rods. 3/4 ton to 1/2 ton for 1/2 ton spindle. Just needed AZ Pro performance sleeves. I did not change 3/4 ton center link.
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Old 05-27-2021, 02:01 PM   #64
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Not sure time will tell. I do like that look though.
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hardwaa, the truck's finish looks to be a good candidate for that. the overall finish is consistant & the "patina" seems to be in the right spots too. just my 0.02 worth though, I like a very nice paint job too!

one of these days we will need to meet over at each other's garage - I believe we are pretty close to each other....
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Old 05-30-2021, 01:27 PM   #65
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Progress !! No more 3/4 ton now 1/2 ton with 5 lug swap.
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Old 05-30-2021, 10:32 PM   #66
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Re: My 1968 C-20 vermillion metallic...1 in a VERmillion

Old school cool!
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Old 06-02-2021, 01:11 AM   #67
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Plan is to test drive after I bleed brakes. Really digging this 1968 !!
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Old 06-02-2021, 11:10 AM   #68
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Re: My 1968 C-20 vermillion metallic...1 in a VERmillion

Very nice and making progress! I think if you give that thing a good bath, a little CLR and maybe some polish here and there you will be getting waves and thumbs up all over town.
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Old 06-03-2021, 01:08 AM   #69
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Re: My 1968 C-20 vermillion metallic...1 in a VERmillion

What size tires did you use?
Did you get the bench seat re- done?
Thanks for all you have shared. I’m sure there are other threads here that have converted a 3/4 ton to a half ton, but yours is first I’ve seen, Very well done!
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Old 06-03-2021, 04:34 PM   #70
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Old 06-03-2021, 04:35 PM   #71
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We got a driver. Time to start putting some miles on it and getting it all cleaned up.
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Old 06-03-2021, 05:06 PM   #72
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Re: My 1968 C-20 vermillion metallic...1 in a VERmillion

Man............that boy is looking good. I love the wheel and tire package along with the stance now. And it is a full bed and not any of that short stuff.
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Old 06-03-2021, 05:44 PM   #73
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To quote the immortal Jethro Bodine...

"Yeee Haaaa"!!!
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Old 06-07-2021, 06:28 PM   #74
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Weeellllll doggies! Looks great!
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Old 06-08-2021, 12:32 PM   #75
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Thanks guys!

Seat time. Here is the before pics. Dropping seat off today to get upholstered.
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