'63 C10 daily driver

[Yelcamino]

Now that Carol and I have settled into the new house and new jobs, we were finally able to take the garage from this:

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to this:

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So that means I can get started on my C10! I can't think of a catchy project name for it, but my goal is to have it up and driving by the 1st of the year (possibly sooner).

I'm installing a complete Level II Air Ride system from Ridetech (of course!)...

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...along with brakes from CPP, the 454 and TKO600 from my El Camino, a Vintage Air system, new wiring from American Autowire, 18x8 and18x10 Intro Pentia wheels, 245/40-18 and 285/35-18 Nitto NT555 tires, and very little body work.

It's not much to look at, but I think it's going to be a fun project and even more fun to cruise around town and drive back and forth to work in.

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I'll try to post regular updates!

[aps63]

Love the truck. Good luck with your new project.

[85coupe50]

I love truck builds... I will be watching this!

[mild2wildpaintngraphics]

Now that Carol and I have settled into the new house and new jobs, we were finally able to take the garage from this:

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to this:

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So that means I can get started on my C10! I can't think of a catchy project name for it, but my goal is to have it up and driving by the 1st of the year (possibly sooner).

I'm installing a complete Level II Air Ride system from Ridetech (of course!)...

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...along with brakes from CPP, the 454 and TKO600 from my El Camino, a Vintage Air system, new wiring from American Autowire, 18x8 and18x10 Intro Pentia wheels, 245/40-18 and 285/35-18 Nitto NT555 tires, and very little body work.

It's not much to look at, but I think it's going to be a fun project and even more fun to cruise around town and drive back and forth to work in.

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I'll try to post regular updates!
Luv the old C-10's. I'm working on a 67 shortbox with Porterbuilt air suspension with Ridetech control system and 20" Billet Specialties. Good luck with the project!

[srh3trinity]

How about flat clear on the paint and chrome bumper and grill? I will be watching this one.

[Yelcamino]

How about flat clear on the paint and chrome bumper and grill? I will be watching this one.

I don't know about the clear, but I was considering having the bumpers and grille re-chromed - I can always do that after it's drivable.

[Bad94]

How about do a coil over kit with this truck? I have a customer that has a 67 C10 that wants coil overs.

But other then that, cool truck. Leave the paint alone, and black out the bumpers, grille and trim.

[srh3trinity]

How about do a coil over kit with this truck? I have a customer that has a 67 C10 that wants coil overs.

But other then that, cool truck. Leave the paint alone, and black out the bumpers, grille and trim.

His new gig is with ridetech so I am sure he will be putting the best of their offerings for the c10.

[Vicinity]

How about do a coil over kit with this truck? I have a customer that has a 67 C10 that wants coil overs.

But other then that, cool truck. Leave the paint alone, and black out the bumpers, grille and trim.

Bags have a much better ride quality, which is important in a daily driver. Also, he works for Ridetech, so he get's that discount on all the awesome stuff. :)

I love C10 builds. I might sell my Camaro off for one after seeing the latest few.

[Zanie]

I hope "very little bodywork " means washing it and installing headlights!
.....because thats all it needs
but don't scrub too hard and take all the chalk off!
I dig it!

[Yelcamino]

We're in the begining stages of developing a coil-over conversion kit for the C10 chassis. I have no idea when it will be ready for production but it will be worth the wait if you prefer coil-overs.

I've never had air suspension on my stuff so I'm looking forward to this build. I measured the bottom of the rocker to the floor and it's about 14" in front and 15" in the rear. The air suspension should get the ride height down to around 4-5".

[MattG]

Very cool Herb!

Question is, if your using the 454 from the El Camino, whats going to replace it?

Can't wait for the updates!!!

[Yelcamino]

I hope "very little bodywork " means washing it and installing headlights!
.....because thats all it needs
but don't scrub too hard and take all the chalk off!
I dig it!

Definately a mild wash! The current paint is courtesy of the Phoenix sun for the last few years and I don't want to wash off all of its hard work!
The headlights are on the passenger floor. They don't do much good there, but that's where they are at the moment.

[Bad94]

We're in the begining stages of developing a coil-over conversion kit for the C10 chassis. I have no idea when it will be ready for production but it will be worth the wait if you prefer coil-overs.

I've never had air suspension on my stuff so I'm looking forward to this build. I measured the bottom of the rocker to the floor and it's about 14" in front and 15" in the rear. The air suspension should get the ride height down to around 4-5".

I cant wait to sell the C10 coil over kit.

You will be shocked how well the air ride will ride on that truck.

[Yelcamino]

I did a little work on the truck tonight. I pulled the rear end cover off so I could remove the axles and I found what appears to be the original gear oil - or someone thought it might be a good idea to mix some wheel bearing grease in with the oil...

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While I was in the garage I thought it might be a good idea to give myself some visual motivation so I set the engine in place to see how it fits.

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[srh3trinity]

That is a nice looking big block. I am glad you are leaving that well earned character, that is what I meant by spraying it with flat clear earlier. Preservation.

[85coupe50]

I think it would look awesome preserved with it's current patina (sp) as well... That engine looks good in there.

[Yelcamino]

That is a nice looking big block. I am glad you are leaving that well earned character, that is what I meant by spraying it with flat clear earlier. Preservation.


I think it would look awesome preserved with it's current patina (sp) as well... That engine looks good in there.

Thanks! I'll let you in a little secret... that particular big block is actually a P-Ayr plastic mock-up engine and it's just balancing on the crossmember! I wasn't sure how easy or hard it was going to be getting the real 454 in there so I picked up one of these plastic engines to make my life a little easier.

[66larkgs]

Love the build! I just sold my 53 international p/up after a full build and lots of fun and thier is something about a truck that is just badass. Good luck and happy building!

[Yelcamino]

I made some progress last night...

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[Lomonte]

Cool ol truck! Go directly to 67-72chevytrucks.com. Huge site with all sorts of info and a hardcore crew of 60-66 guys. Don't forget to look in the suspension forums. Lots of good stuff there. Good luck with the truck!

[Yelcamino]

Thanks and I'm already signed up on 67-72chevytrucks.com.

[sr73bu]

Cool project Herb!!!! Its been awhile since i've been on here, nice to see you moving forward with another project! Good Luck!

-Sean

[Yelcamino]

Cool project Herb!!!! Its been awhile since i've been on here, nice to see you moving forward with another project! Good Luck!

-Sean

Thanks Sean!

[analyte]

Herb,
Glad I found your thread after talking with you at LS Fest. I can't wait to see this one progress!!

Kerry

[Yelcamino]

Herb,
Glad I found your thread after talking with you at LS Fest. I can't wait to see this one progress!!

Kerry

It was good talking with you Kerry! Maybe we'll run into each other at another event.

[Yelcamino]

Today was a good day... not long after I got home from work, the UPS truck arrived and delivered the brakes!

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[srh3trinity]

Whose kit is that? Looks like a nice way to swap to a five lug.

[Yelcamino]

Whose kit is that? Looks like a nice way to swap to a five lug.

It's from CPP and looks like a pretty nice kit.

[John Wright]

How about using that rear truck arm setup that's already under there and doing it nascar style?

Nice project...it's going to make a cool daily driver.

[Johnny Blaze]

Another Hoosier C10 daily Driver!

Cool!

[Yelcamino]

How about using that rear truck arm setup that's already under there and doing it nascar style?

Nice project...it's going to make a cool daily driver.

I will be using the truck arm suspension, only the stock parts will be replaced by Ridetech parts. Nascar? Nah, not my thing.

[Yelcamino]

I made some more progress tonight. I installed the Ridetech StrongArms and air bag, the CPP spindle, rotor, and caliper, and just for fun, I stuck one of the wheels on to see how she looks. Not bad if I say so myself!

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[protour_chevelle]

sick

[SicMonte]

I made some more progress tonight. I installed the Ridetech StrongArms and air bag, the CPP spindle, rotor, and caliper, and just for fun, I stuck one of the wheels on to see how she looks. Not bad if I say so myself!

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SUBSCRIBED!!!!!!

Are those lower arms just held on by U bolts? Am I seeing that right?

[John Wright]

SUBSCRIBED!!!!!!

Are those lower arms just held on by U bolts? Am I seeing that right?Yup...U-bolts have kept the LCAs on there since 1963, so I think they will be just fine.

[Johnny Blaze]

U bolts hold thr lower arms on my 69 as well.

Hey while your under there, grind the rivets the hold the rear control arm mounts to the crossmember and flip them. It helps a lit, makes it hook better.

I did it to my 69 and it was a good mod!

[Jesse72]

This truck is bad ass, exactlly what I would like to do next. Anyone wanna buy a 72 nova?:) haha

[Yelcamino]

Having been out of town working for the last three weekends in a row has slowed my progress a bit. Yesterday after work, I made time to get the driver side shock installed...

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...and the passenger side of the front suspension as well...

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On the front I still have to install the ride height sensors, the steering components, and the sway bar. Once that's done I can start removing the bed for the rear install.

[5spd540]

That is going to be cool

[Yelcamino]

That is going to be cool

Thanks! I'm looking forward to driving this one around!

[coolwelder62]

Cool Truck.How are those ride tech part's fittin up.I am so glad I became a RideTech Dealer.

[Yelcamino]

Cool Truck.How are those ride tech part's fittin up.I am so glad I became a RideTech Dealer.

So far everything fits the why it's supposed to! Welcome to the Ridetech Team!

[Yelcamino]

I didn't want to, but I couldn't see spending time and money rebuilding the stock rear end so I broke down and bought a complete Moser 12-bolt. It has 3.73 gears, Tru-trac, 33 spline bolt-in axles, 1350 yoke, and of course the brackets to bolt it in. It also came with a long panhard bar and adapter brackets. It's a VERY NICE unit...

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Yesterday the wire harness showed up. This is the "update" kit that includes modern fuses, and connections for an internal regulator alternator and HEI...

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And I got an power steering adapter kit from CPP, which I actually had time to install tonight...

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[jc70chevy]

nice build i love these trucks

[MattG]

That's a nice rear end! (the 12 bolt)!

Lookin forward to the rest of the build Herb and hopefully I'll be out there in January to see it in person...

Matt

[FRENCHBLUE72]

I love the old knee knocker cab trucks...

[Trans]

hope you drop a 6.0ls on that mamoth POS!

[66larkgs]

Let me know how you like that American auto wire kit works out. I have to redo a 69 gto and he bought that kit.

[Glenn]

Love your truck project, its awesome :)

[craigs73]

hope you drop a 6.0ls on that mamoth POS!

whats your freakin problem????? i have seen atleast 12 threads where you calling peoples car POS!!! or making derogatory statments???

[John Wright]

I love the old knee knocker cab trucks...

LOL, I haven't heard that term before when referencing these trucks...is it a reference to the A piller that you can "knock your knees on" when getting in/out of the truck?

[John Wright]

Truck is really taking shape....!

[Yelcamino]

Thanks guys and no offense taken... it is a POS but that's kinda what I wanted when I bought this truck. No LS for this one, just a good old fashion 454!

[F.G.]

Awesome truck. I've been wanting to build A C10 like this.

[brownz]

POS??? whats that about? Great truck and keep the pics coming!

[k9kevin81]

Love these truck builds, spot on IMO!

[Yelcamino]

I was going to install the front sway bar yesterday but first I have to fabricate some spacers for the mounts because the PS adapter bracket hangs below the frame in the exact spot the sway bar crosses the frame. No biggie.

Here are the Ridetech ride height sensors that tell the electronic leveling system the position of the suspension.

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The front sensors installed...

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[Lolyin58]

Herb that is gonna be one real sweet ride. I have had several 64-66 Chev short fleet trucks on static and air ride. Your gonna love it. Keep up the good work!!

[Yelcamino]

I finally got the bed detached from the frame and I figured I should get the patch work sheet metal out of the bed before I remove it. On Friday a few guys from work are going to help me take the bed off so I can get started on the rear suspension.

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I also got the hydroboost installed. Now I can make the brake lines and get them routed.

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And of course, no brake system is complete without an adjustable proportioning valve and a roll control!

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[Yelcamino]

I finally had TWO full days to work on my '63 and I actually got a lot done...

Before installing the front Muscle Bar, I had to make a pair of 1/2" spacers so the bar would clear the lower corner of the PS adapter bracket. After making spacers, I still felt compelled to trim the lower corner a bit.

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Once that was done, I installed the Muscle Bar and I now have a complete front suspension.

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Last Friday, some guys from work came by and we lifted the bed off so I could get going on the rear suspension.

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After getting the first notch cut out and bolted in, I went ahead and welded it in for good measure.

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One down, one to go.

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Checking for fit and marking it for the cut...

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Two done! Next up is the control arm cross member.

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It's starting to look pretty good!

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[WTRacing]

great updates, notch looks good

[Yelcamino]

After work today I finished installing the rear trailing arm bracket.

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And since I was on a roll, I installed the rest of the suspension (except for the shocks and panhard bar) and rear end.

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Of course I had to test the air bags to make sure they work...

Ready to roll!

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Ready to show!

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The Ridetech kit gave it a 10" drop from stock!

[FRENCHBLUE72]

LOL, I haven't heard that term before when referencing these trucks...is it a reference to the A piller that you can "knock your knees on" when getting in/out of the truck?

That is correct

[Yelcamino]

I know it's been a while but I've made some progress...

I finally got the rear Ridetech ride height sensors installed.

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I made all the hard lines and ran them from the MC, line lock and proportioning valve to each corner.

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I fit the ididit steering column and got the steering functional. Once I get the column to firewall seal, I'll remove the column, install the seal, and then put it all back together - hopefully to stay.

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In answer to your questions about attaching the hydroboost to the pedal. Not hard at all. The link that came with the kit was about 2 inches too short. I called Hydratech and they sent me a longer link. Not really a problem so anyone interested in a hydroboost, just make sure you get the 3.75" link on the rod end and you should be good to go.

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I think the next big job I'll tackle is the wiring. With that in mind I started pulling out the old harnesses so I can get started on the new stuff.

[SparkyRnD]

this is a great build, and can't wait to see it on the tracks next year. We had a customer contact us with the same style truck to build a radiator for it, that is making a PT style build as well. Looks like these are gaining popularity!

[Yelcamino]

It's been a while since I last posted. It turns out I won't have my truck on the road by the first of the year, but that's ok, it will be much better if I put a little more effort into it. On top of that, we're having a 40x40 shop built behind our house. That's going to slow me down some but it will be worth it!

Here's what's been going on...

I got the Vintage Air system...

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Had some interior parts powder coated...

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Got the Dakota Digital VHX gauge cluster...

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Ordered a bunch of small stuff from Brother's Trucks...

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a pair of rockers...

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because...

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and a rear mount fuel tank...

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Finally got the panhard bar mount made and installed along with the panhard bar...

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A guy down the street from me had one of these trucks and sold it some years ago but still had a pair of chrome Goodmark bumpers, brackets, a Lecarra steering wheel, and adapter, which I bought for $250!

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I don't like the rear upper shock mounts I made, so last week I cut out some new pieces and I'm going to weld them up and install them over the Christmas holiday.

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I also had to have the front of the frame straightened. The truck had obviously been in a wreck and once I set the new front bumper on, it was apparent that the frame wasn't straight. Fortunately for me, my neighbor is the frame guy at the local Ford dealership so getting the frame straight was just a matter of loading it up on the trailer and bringing it to the shop. Oh, and I finally found a straight grille from a guy in Oregon (right now it's at the powder coat shop getting a face lift).

Here it is with the new front bumper and grill...

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The core support is rusted to the point that it's broke in two on the passenger side. Since I needed a radiator (and now a core support), I ordered one from AutoRad Radiators, which includes an aluminum core support. The down side is it will take about 12 weeks for it to arrive at my door.

While I wait for that, I'm going to install the rockers, clean the interior, sand it down and give it a coat of semi-gloss black and then start to put the interior back together.

[eric1967]

Very cool build. Keep the updates coming.

[Mike Holleman]

Like where your going with this Herb. Gonna make a fun dailey driver. Ask me how I know.
Mike

[Yelcamino]

Like where your going with this Herb. Gonna make a fun dailey driver. Ask me how I know.
Mike

Oh I know how Mike! Your truck was the inspiration for me to start looking for one of my own.

[aps63]

Awesome job so far, NEW shop!!!! I'm jealous.
Are you planning on boxing in the frame?

[454bug]

Hey Herb,

Merry Christmas! You've got another great project! :twothumbs

Man, you really were lucky to find a home with a good size garage... and still have room to build your shop!

It looks like I will have to buy land about 30 miles from my job to be able to have what I had in Louisiana... The lots in these neighborhood developments in the Houston area are just too small and congested... I am REALLY missing my 50'x60' shop I had in Louisiana... :crying:

This is going to make a really cool daily driver!

[Yelcamino]

Awesome job so far, NEW shop!!!! I'm jealous.
Are you planning on boxing in the frame?

No plans to box the frame except for the C-notch because I want to put a receiver hitch on it. I figure a little extra strength in that area can't hurt.

[Yelcamino]

Hey Herb,

Merry Christmas! You've got another great project! :twothumbs

Man, you really were lucky to find a home with a good size garage... and still have room to build your shop!

It looks like I will have to buy land about 30 miles from my job to be able to have what I had in Louisiana... The lots in these neighborhood developments in the Houston area are just too small and congested... I am REALLY missing my 50'x60' shop I had in Louisiana... :crying:

This is going to make a really cool daily driver!

Merry Christmas to you too Ray! My wife and I have wanted a house with a little bit of land and no HOA or restrictions and we found it. :) So now I get a shop. Of course it won't be as big as I want it to be, but it'll still be a lot better than what I have (and have had in the past).

Once I get the rockers in I can really start moving since I all ready have most of the parts. I'm looking forward to my new daily ride!

[John Wright]

Nice progress can't wait to see what all you get done over the holidays...Merry Christmas.

[73z-6sp]

dcfvgbh

[Yelcamino]

Merry Christmas to you guys as well!

No progress today, but yesterday I removed the passenger side door and stripped it down so I can clean up the pieces and install the new felts and seals.

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I also removed the windshield. I'm surprised how solid the metal is. It just needs to be cleaned, have a protective coating put on, and reinstall the windshield with a new seal.

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I'm off work the rest of the week so hopefully I don't get lazy!

[Yelcamino]

This is gonna be sweet! Im really liking what you have done so far. I hope you keep the paint as is. But its your truck and it'll be cool regardless!
Merry Christmas!

Thanks and I'm trying to keep the paint just the way it is. Unfortunately, there may end up being some primer spots before it's done.

[Yelcamino]

This is gonna be sweet! Im really liking what you have done so far. I hope you keep the paint as is. But its your truck and it'll be cool regardless!
Merry Christmas!

Thanks and I'm trying to keep the paint just the way it is. Unfortunately, there may end up being some primer spots before it's done.

[mooseknuckles]

lookin good man...

[85coupe50]

Great progress...

[lilian]

very interesting and really good work !! thanks for sharing, I will do something similar next year !!

[Yelcamino]

I have a few updates to share. Slowly but surely I'm making progress...

Since there aren't any decent two post radios, I cut my dash for a single DIN head unit. It goes good with the Vintage Air control panel and powder coated ash try door.

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I made a panel to mount the Ridetech AMK compressor and valve body. I welded the panel to the upper shock crossmember so the components can hang below out of site but are still easy to access.

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I got the inner rocker panel and pillar bottoms in.

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Before I put the rocker on, I want to replace the rear cab corner but the replacement corner is way off. I guess I'll have to cut it in two and remove the excess and put it back together. Unless there's a trick to this that I don't know about.

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Even though the floor pan looks bad, it's actually pretty solid with some small holes. So instead of opening yet another can of worms, I decided to POR-15 it and add some of their mesh to help strengthen it. The final goal will be to have the entire floor pan Linex'd.

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Finally, one of Ridetech's very talented employees pulled the dent out of the passenger fender.

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[ekmxryda]

"replacement corner is way off"
Yeah I had the same problem when I welded up my buddies 61 Apache, you have to get creative.

Lookin good though!

[tommycomfort]

Love the work you're doing Herb!

[Yelcamino]

"replacement corner is way off"
Yeah I had the same problem when I welded up my buddies 61 Apache, you have to get creative.

Lookin good though!

I was afraid of that! Thanks!

[Yelcamino]

Love the work you're doing Herb!

Thanks! I'm figuring it out as I go... never did sheet metal work before.

[67MAL]

Looking great Herb!
Hmmmm, You going to be able to match the paint on your fender repair?

[Yelcamino]

Looking great Herb!
Hmmmm, You going to be able to match the paint on your fender repair?

Probably not. It might end up being a primer spot along with the rockers and cab corners.

[SparkyRnD]

looks like it's coming along well. Any plans to bring it south this year to any events?

[srh3trinity]

This would be hard to describe in typed form, but with the cab corner: Tack it in place after getting the curved area to fit, then use a cutoff wheel to cut down the line of the door jamb. Then take the piece that you cut down which would be a right angle piece and flip it over and weld it in as the continuation of the door jamb. Then trim it up. Or, if the metal in the jamb itself is in good shape, just trim it to fit and butt weld it.

I hope that makes sense. There may be a better way to do it, but that would be the way I would be tempted to do it.

[Yelcamino]

looks like it's coming along well. Any plans to bring it south this year to any events?

Thanks! As for events, if I don't have the El Camino and/or Chevelle back together, the '63 may be my only choice...

[Yelcamino]

This would be hard to describe in typed form, but with the cab corner: Tack it in place after getting the curved area to fit, then use a cutoff wheel to cut down the line of the door jamb. Then take the piece that you cut down which would be a right angle piece and flip it over and weld it in as the continuation of the door jamb. Then trim it up. Or, if the metal in the jamb itself is in good shape, just trim it to fit and butt weld it.

I hope that makes sense. There may be a better way to do it, but that would be the way I would be tempted to do it.

I think I understand what you're saying. I hope to get the corner on and the rocker at least started, possibly on, this weekend so I'll let you know how it goes.

[SparkyRnD]

when I was a kid, I had put money down on a 63 fleetside. Came back a day later to pick it up and pay the balance, guy sold it out from under me. I did get my money back, but always regretted not having that truck. If you come south, I'll be there to check it out in person

[SicMonte]

Looking good buddy!!!!!!

[mooseknuckles]

lookin good man!

[796spdbu]

Cool project Herb! I dig it! Hope to see it at an event this year!

[Yelcamino]

Progress on the truck has been pretty slow lately, mostly because I've been caught up in a side project...

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Yesterday and today I actually worked on the truck. The rockers aren't done yet, but I had to do something that could be accomplished in a weekend... so I removed the rusted and busted core support...

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and in it's place I installed this very trick core support and radiator from AutoRad! The only down side is once all the body parts are back in place, not much of it will be visible.

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Maybe now I'll be motivated to get the rockers done!

[srh3trinity]

That core support is a nice piece. I like the look of the shop

[Yelcamino]

Thanks! The question is which one will be done first?

[bonecrrusher]

Is that some kind of aluminum wrapped insulation?

[Yelcamino]

I assume you're talking about the building... yes, you are correct.

[RCWillet]

Man the truck is looking good

[Yelcamino]

Man the truck is looking good

Thanks!

[Yelcamino]

Nothing ground breaking, just a pair of tie down brackets for if/when I put this truck on a trailer...

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[SparkyRnD]

any updates?

[Yelcamino]

any updates?

Just a couple...

The passenger side rocker and cab corner are finally in to stay!

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And I bent/routed the AC lines through the core support.

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I plan to start cutting on the driver side tomorrow but my wife has plans to plant roses and stuff. I'm curious to see how that's going to work out. lol

[Yelcamino]

So today after work, I tore into the driver side rocker. As I was cutting the sheetmetal, it started smoking like it was on fire, strange I thought until I pulled the metal back...

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Oh well.

Fortunately I was able to get the rocker removed before dinner.

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[tommycomfort]

Looking good Herb! We can't wait to see it on the road.

[Mike Holleman]

My 57 had rust in most of the same places, and then some. Build is coming along nicely. I know you will be real happy to be working in the new building. Looking good Buddy.

[Yelcamino]

Looking good Herb! We can't wait to see it on the road.

Thanks! Me too!


My 57 had rust in most of the same places, and then some. Build is coming along nicely. I know you will be real happy to be working in the new building. Looking good Buddy.

Thanks Mike. Your '57 gave me the bug and look at me now! lol

[snappytravis]

Nice, What are your plans for paint, suspension looks good, How will it ride when it's done? lots of nice parts, I like the chevelle and camino to!

[Yelcamino]

Nice, What are your plans for paint, suspension looks good, How will it ride when it's done? lots of nice parts, I like the chevelle and camino to!

I plan to leave the paint in its current condition. As far as the ride, I've only driven one other car with an air suspension - Ridetech's '66 Chevelle - and it rides very nice. I'm looking foward to it!

[Yelcamino]

The driver side rocker and cab corner are finally done - for the most part! I still have to do some finish work and spray a little primer over it but I'm done cutting, fitting, and welding.

The rear cab support looked pretty good so I decided to leave it be. The front support however, looked bad.

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Once I cut the bottom off and opened up the under cap support, all kinds of good stuff started to pour out.

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Here's the new support bottom in place...

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Rocker fitment...

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And here it is. I'm sure other people could have done a better job, but this is the first one I've done completely on my own and it think it turned out decent.

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I got the cab corner in too. It still needs a little TLC around the seam...

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Now that this is behind me, I'm going to get the inside cleaned up and spray bomb it, and then have the cab floor and rear bulkhead coated in Linex. Once that's done I'll actually get started putting this thing together!

[Yelcamino]

Seat mounts are done...

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And here they are with the seats in place...

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[snopro]

Those look mint, I'll take a pair for my truck :D

[dusterbd13]

those seats appear to have lumbar. am i right? if so, who made them?

[Yelcamino]

Those look mint, I'll take a pair for my truck :D

Thanks!


those seats appear to have lumbar. am i right? if so, who made them?

Yes they do. I got them from Arizen Racing a long time ago. I don't think they make these particular seats any more.

[Yelcamino]

A couple minor updates...

I repositioned the factory motor mount frame stands to the "V8" location and set the P-Ayr engine and an empty trans case in place to check fitment. It all looks good and clears everything nice.

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I also installed the Vintage Air A/C so I can see which holes on the firewall are no longer needed. I want to weld them shut and clean up the firewall a bit, maybe spray bomb detail the engine compartment.

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[analyte]

Looks great Herb. I think the rocker repair looks great, and I love the seat mounts, very nice!!

[BuddyP]

Awsome! My dream daily driver project! Looking good, keep us up to date

[Yelcamino]

Looks great Herb. I think the rocker repair looks great, and I love the seat mounts, very nice!!

Thanks!

[Yelcamino]

Awsome! My dream daily driver project! Looking good, keep us up to date

Thanks! Hopefully when I finally get it on the road, it makes for a great daily driver!

[mooseknuckles]

nice work!

[69FB]

New to the site but I love what you're doing to your truck. I have a 77 GMC Sierra Classic that I love (stepfather was the original owner) and I had thought of doing an air ride suspension on it but I did not want to lose the function of the bed with an air tank. I love how you mounted yours under the bed. I honestly did not know the tanks had gotten that small. I had seen a Ridetech display at the 2010 Hot Rod Power Tour but did not see it on the 2011. Was it difficult to mount the air tank and run the hoses from between the frame rails? I'll have to revisit the site and look more into this after I finish my 69 Mustang that I plan to set up for pro-touring.

Keep the posts coming I am really enjoying your build.

Oh and I love the shop.

[Yelcamino]

New to the site but I love what you're doing to your truck. I have a 77 GMC Sierra Classic that I love (stepfather was the original owner) and I had thought of doing an air ride suspension on it but I did not want to lose the function of the bed with an air tank. I love how you mounted yours under the bed. I honestly did not know the tanks had gotten that small. I had seen a Ridetech display at the 2010 Hot Rod Power Tour but did not see it on the 2011. Was it difficult to mount the air tank and run the hoses from between the frame rails? I'll have to revisit the site and look more into this after I finish my 69 Mustang that I plan to set up for pro-touring.

Keep the posts coming I am really enjoying your build.

Oh and I love the shop.

Thanks, glad you like it! I've never had air suspension on a car (I've driven a few) and since I work at Ridetech, I had to have at least one on air! As for the tank, mine will be mounted in the bed at the very front. The original plan was to mount a pair of 3 gallon tanks under the bed on each side of the frame. Since I decided to route my exhaust pipes out the sides, my only option is to put a single 5 gallon tank in the bed. I don't plan to haul much back there so it's not a big deal for me.

Routing the air lines turned out to be one of the easiest parts of this set up. The frame happened to have 1/4" holes spaced about 16" from end to end. I rounted my lines and used those holes for the clamps.

Start a build thread on your Mustang so we can follow along!

[Yelcamino]

I finished mounting the GMPP serpentine system and there's plenty of room between the moving parts and fans. Even though it's not a shiny billet aluminum deal, I think it looks good and it's pretty compact.

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The big accomplishment yesterday was getting the 7-speed wiper motor mounted! I was hesitant to cut the factory mount off but finally gave in and I'm glad I did. Now I need to order a wiper switch from JHunter.

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[Anchor]

Man this will be an awesome daily driver! I like that wiper mod. Really neatens everything up.

[srh3trinity]

Where did you get the wiper motor? Is it application specific?

[Yelcamino]

Where did you get the wiper motor? Is it application specific?

I got the motor from Autozone. It fits any of these:

Buick LeSabre Custom, 2000-2005
Buick LeSabre Limited, 2000-2005
Cadillac Deville (N/A - Base), 2000-2005
Cadillac Deville DHS, 2001-2004
Cadillac Deville DTS, 2001-2005
Oldsmobile Aurora (N/A - Base), 2001-2003
Pontiac Bonneville (N/A - Base), 2000-2003
Pontiac Bonneville GPX, 2004-2005
Pontiac Bonneville SE, 2004-2005
Pontiac Bonneville SLE, 2004-2005

You can find that and more at: https://sites.google.com/site/huntersswitch/

[srh3trinity]

How about the plate that mounts to the firewall? Any writeups on one of these in a second gen? I am windshield wiper illiterate. I do know that I don't want to spend the money on the DSE setup unless I have to. I am sure it is a nice part, but it seems pricey.

[Yelcamino]

How about the plate that mounts to the firewall? Any writeups on one of these in a second gen? I am windshield wiper illiterate. I do know that I don't want to spend the money on the DSE setup unless I have to. I am sure it is a nice part, but it seems pricey.

I made the adapter plate. If the firewall was flat where the stock wiper motor was mounted, I could have mounted the modern motor without a plate.

Read this thread about delay wipers before you spend any money: https://www.pro-touring.com/showthread.php?93298-Delay-Wipers-uncovered

[srh3trinity]

Thanks for the info. I had seen that some time back. I shot him a PM.

[Yelcamino]

I finally installed the Aeromotive Phantom in-tank pump.

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The hardest part was the first step - drilling a 3-1/4" hole in my brand new aluminum tank!

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Then the machinist at work made a nice bushing to adapt the original wiper arm to the new motor.

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Since the Vintage Air kit requires the removal of the kick panel vent, I decided to use the space for a pair of Kicker speakers.

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[craigs73]

so are you going to route the lines for the ac thru the metal plate above the speaker? or they not ran thru there

[Yelcamino]

so are you going to route the lines for the ac thru the metal plate above the speaker? or they not ran thru there

The A/C and heater lines go through the firewall. The VA kit comes with a block off plate for the passenger side vent so I used that as a pattern to make a speaker panel for each side. If I want fresh air I'll have to open the windows.

[Typhoon1015]

awesome build, just went through the entire thread.

All these truck builds are bringing back my passion to do up a truck next. Thanks for the wiper pointers, I may need to use that at some point as well.

[craigs73]

The A/C and heater lines go through the firewall. The VA kit comes with a block off plate for the passenger side vent so I used that as a pattern to make a speaker panel for each side. If I want fresh air I'll have to open the windows.

the reason i asked is on a 3rd gen nova they have the hoses going out the vent then thru firewall...i was wanting to do what you did with the speakers...

[Yelcamino]

the reason i asked is on a 3rd gen nova they have the hoses going out the vent then thru firewall...i was wanting to do what you did with the speakers...

The hoses on my El Camino are routed the same way as your Nova.

[Yelcamino]

I fit the Lokar pedals. Since Lokar doesn't have an application for 63-66 C10s, I just used the one for the 67-72 trucks. The brake and clutch pedals fit like they were meant to be there. The gas pedal fits nice on the flat section of firewall next to where the stock pedal goes through the side of the trans tunnel.

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[tommycomfort]

I fit the Lokar pedals. Since Lokar doesn't have an application for 63-66 C10s, I just used the one for the 67-72 trucks. The brake and clutch pedals fit like they were meant to be there. The gas pedal fits nice on the flat section of firewall next to where the stock pedal goes through the side of the trans tunnel.

Doesn't that LS engine use a drive by wire pedal? :razz:

[mooseknuckles]

sweet!

[Yelcamino]

Doesn't that LS engine use a drive by wire pedal? :razz:

Lol. You're funny. :)

[Yelcamino]

I've been slowly making progress between the '63 and my shop. Right now they're both being wired.

I ended up having to get a different oil pan because the Hooker Headers I bought don't clear the sump kick-out on the passenger side. The new pan is wingless so everything clears.

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I trimmed the frame a bit and the headers fit good too.

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The only drawback is they hang low, but that's typical of Hooker Headers.

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I had to add a spacer to the front bump stops so the headers don't get crushed when I deflate the bags.

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I finally got around to sanding the interior and putting some color on it. After the first layer of paint dried, I noticed sanding marks so I wet sanded it and it's far from perfect but it looks better than the dash picture below.

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And like I said, I'm doing the wiring now.

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[shane38]

trucks looking good herb!!!

[Yelcamino]

trucks looking good herb!!!

Thanks!

[Yelcamino]

I've been trying to work on the truck whenever I have a chance and I actually made some progress over the last few weeks!

The wiring was going slowly but I really needed to get the battery mounted and connected so I could at least test circuits as I go. I finally got that done!

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The dash is up and running (looks cool too!).

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Headlights and turn signals are working now as well.

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[RodZZilla]

Nice Gauge Cluster. Also like the LED turn signals.

[mooseknuckles]

very nice!

[rrelco]

So Herb what is in store for the Elco? also went all Ride Tech Coil over on my Elco what a Difference.

[bovey]

Small question. Did you make the battery box or is that something you can buy? Super simple and looks 100% secure.

[Yelcamino]

Nice Gauge Cluster. Also like the LED turn signals.


very nice!

Thanks!

[Yelcamino]

So Herb what is in store for the Elco? also went all Ride Tech Coil over on my Elco what a Difference.

The primary plan for the Camino is to refresh the engine and get it going over the winter. Glad to hear you like the Ridetech coilovers, they really are nice shocks!

[Yelcamino]

Small question. Did you make the battery box or is that something you can buy? Super simple and looks 100% secure.

I bought it from Summit. It's all steel and is a solid piece for the money.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/aaf-all76100/overview/

[bovey]

Cool. Thanks for the link.

[BuddyP]

Such a cool build. I love these older C10's! The dash turned out great! Maybe I didn't read enough back in the post but are you keeping the patina look on the outside?

[Yelcamino]

Such a cool build. I love these older C10's! The dash turned out great! Maybe I didn't read enough back in the post but are you keeping the patina look on the outside?

Thanks! My original plan was to keep the patina, but that could change. I replaced the rockers and the front fenders are getting fixed because they were pretty beat underneath so the patina is slowly disappearing. I'm not 100% sure yet, but I may end up doing a simple flat paint job to make it all one color again.

[BuddyP]

Thanks! My original plan was to keep the patina, but that could change. I replaced the rockers and the front fenders are getting fixed because they were pretty beat underneath so the patina is slowly disappearing. I'm not 100% sure yet, but I may end up doing a simple flat paint job to make it all one color again.

I understand that, once you start pulling stuff apart it starts to snowball LOL!. A flat blue would look pretty cool.

[bovey]

If the spots aren't to big that you are replacing maybe you can just blow them in. The truck has a good vibe, maybe try touching it up, like someone what trying to save it without spending the money on a repaint. Like what someone would do with a 10 year old car that is just starting to rust. Using modern paints, I bet you could match the colour and sheen close enough to get away with it. There, 2 cents. Cool build.

[Yelcamino]

If the spots aren't to big that you are replacing maybe you can just blow them in. The truck has a good vibe, maybe try touching it up, like someone what trying to save it without spending the money on a repaint. Like what someone would do with a 10 year old car that is just starting to rust. Using modern paints, I bet you could match the colour and sheen close enough to get away with it. There, 2 cents. Cool build.

I'm going to try that first. If it doesn't work, then I'll go with the flat paint job, probably a similar blue to what's on it now. 2 cents much appreciated!

[turner-nova]

Any more updates on this beast?

[linkstar69]

Cool truck

[Yelcamino]

I guess it's safe to say my shop is done and I finally got all my junk under one roof.

I still have a few things left to do (install TV, paint trim, etc), but now I can get back on the projects!

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:headbang:

[65_LS1_T56]

Looks very nice Herb :twothumbs

I just sent you an email at work..

[Yelcamino]

Looks very nice Herb :twothumbs

I just sent you an email at work..

Thanks and I just replied...

[67MAL]

I like your interior decorator.
Shop looks great!

[Yelcamino]

I like your interior decorator.
Shop looks great!

Thanks.

[Yelcamino]

I finally have some updates worth sharing!

I pulled the 454 out of the El Camino and it's now at the machine shop for some work.
This is the #7 rod bearing. It didn't spin but I'm sure if I continued to run it, it would have spun eventually. Minimal damage so hopefully it won't be at the machine shop for too long.

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I picked up this 4L80 from a pt.com forum member...

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I was going to get back to work on the wiring but as I thought about it, I decided I should get the exhaust routed first. It would suck to run wires and fuel lines only to find out I have to reroute things to clear the exhaust.

I started with this universal kit from Flowmaster...

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Once I had a mental image, I started cutting tubing and fitting it in place and ended up here. In this shot, you can see the modified '66 Chevelle trans crossmember, the 4L80, and the collectors of the Chevelle headers.

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Until I have the actual engine in place, the H-pipe is just wedged in.

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I'm going to set the bed in place before I finalize the tailpipe locations, but this is kinda what I'm thinking...

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Like I said above, before I finish the tailpipes, the bed needs to be in place. After staring at it for probably too long, I decided to raise the bed floor. I'm not 100% sure on the "right" way to do it, but I have a few ideas on how I'm going to do it.

But first, the original rotted wood needs to be removed...

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Then the sheetmetal on top of the rotted wood needs to be removed...

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So far, so good...

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Now that the dirty work is done, I set the bed on to see where things are...

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After looking at it, there's more than enough room to run both tailpipes out the passenger side like I originally wanted to do. So now, I have to go back and cut some of the exhaust and re-clock it to make it work.

But of course, I got sidetracked by the front bed wall. At some point in it's life, a load slid forward with enough force to bend the wall into the cab. Now the bed isn't square.

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I spent most of the evening trying to get it straight but no luck. It's straighter then when I removed it, but it still has a kink that I can't get rid of. For only $130 I can have a new panel. Decisions, decisions.

[Peter Mc Mahon]

Nice shop! How big is that? I am just wrapping up framing on mine. 24x41.

[Yelcamino]

Nice shop! How big is that? I am just wrapping up framing on mine. 24x41.

Thanks. 40x48.

[Auto Rod Technologies]

cool project,, and nice garage.

[Yelcamino]

cool project,, and nice garage.

Thanks!

[Yelcamino]

I was able to get the front bed panel pretty straight so I got to work building the bed floor structure over the weekend and for the most part it's done. The one drawback to the way I did this is that I had to remove the panel I made to mount the compressor and valves.

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[bmbrzmn101]

Great looking work Herb. I really like the stance of your truck. Looking forward to seeing it handling the corners.

Chris

[go-fish]

I read through most of the thread and may have missed something but did you do anything to the suspension aside from the Air Ride equipment to get the stance?

[Yelcamino]

Great looking work Herb. I really like the stance of your truck. Looking forward to seeing it handling the corners.

Chris

Thanks Chris. Things should be moving along a little quicker now that I have the engine back from the machine shop.


I read through most of the thread and may have missed something but did you do anything to the suspension aside from the Air Ride equipment to get the stance?

The suspension is all Ridetech. The only thing I changed is the location of the bed floor. The suspension kit is designed as a bolt on system that doesn't require any body mods. Because I used shorter bump stops I had to raise the bed floor to clear the differential when it's aired down.

[srh3trinity]

I love the shop. Tell me about those fans, where did you find them?

[Tig]

Awesome truck, it looks amazing.

[Yelcamino]

I love the shop. Tell me about those fans, where did you find them?

Thanks. I got them at Lowes (http://www.lowes.com/pd_198689-88854-LP8146LBN_0__?productId=3576602&Ntt=ceiling+fan&pl=1&currentURL=%3FNtt%3Dceiling%2Bfan&facetInfo=), $299 each - 6 ft diameter, 6 speeds, remote control, and a pretty decent light (once the bulb warms up).

[Yelcamino]

Awesome truck, it looks amazing.

Thanks!

[Yelcamino]

Finished putting the engine together...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif (http://s263.photobucket.com/user/hlumpp/media/1963%20C10/160439_zps595a2df7.jpg.html)

...and put it in its new home!

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It was a long weekend but worth it!

[Mike Holleman]

Progress is a wonderful thing. Looking good Bud!

[Yelcamino]

Progress is a wonderful thing. Looking good Bud!

Thanks! :twothumbs

[Yelcamino]

Some updates for the curious few...

Finished the exhaust (except for the tips).

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I finally got the tread plate for the bed floor. I'm in the process of cutting and welding it.

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and I'm starting to get the engine plumbed. So far I have the pressure side of the power steering and hydroboost connected. I have some of the fuel return line in place, and I finished mounting the serpentine system.

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[MattG]

Looks great Herb!

[Yelcamino]

Looks great Herb!

Thanks Matt!

[Yelcamino]

It's almost ready to run!

I have some small items coming in from Summit tomorrow, the Denny's aluminum driveshaft is on order, I need to make a few more electrical connections, upper rad hose and spark plug wires...

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Out back I have the battery close to where it will be once the bed is on, so everything associated with it is just temporary.

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[Yelcamino]

I finally got the engine running!

(click the pic to see the video)

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[mikewoods]

Can't wait to see some finished pictures!

[Yelcamino]

Can't wait to see some finished pictures!

Me too!

[FLYNAVY53]

very cool!

[Yelcamino]

very cool!

Thanks!

[Yelcamino]

I haven't updated in a while so here goes...

After getting it running and driving under its own power, it was time to finish the cab corners and the exhaust.

To finish the exhaust, I had to put the bed on first and then on to the lift...

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Please excuse my welding but I'm still learning! A view from under the bed:

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and with the bed off:

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The tips with the bed back on:

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I put flanges on so that the tips would be removable. Then I can finish them however I want (polished, chrome, ceramic, etc) and I'll also be able to finish the cutouts on the bed side a little easier.

While the bed was up on the lift, I also trimmed off the inner fender lips (the trimmed one is on the left and the stock one is on the right). This will give a little more tire clearance.

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That's it for now.

[analyte]

Wow, really loving this build. The exhaust pipes look very cool, but I'm curious if they both exit to the the right for a specific reason or not.


Kerry

[67goatman455]

if you don't mind me asking, what was the approx. price of their drive shaft? i hear they are one of the better places to get a custom one made from.

[Yelcamino]

Wow, really loving this build. The exhaust pipes look very cool, but I'm curious if they both exit to the the right for a specific reason or not.


Kerry

The mufflers are small and loud so I figured I'd let my wife deal with it on her side of the truck! :twothumbs

[Yelcamino]

if you don't mind me asking, what was the approx. price of their drive shaft? i hear they are one of the better places to get a custom one made from.

$536 plus shipping ($45).

[Tig]

That exhaust looks great and must sound insane. You're wife will be happy ;)
You need to make a video of your exhaust.

[Auto Rod Technologies]

Saw this on the C-10 forum.. Nice truck!

And nice to see some more trucks in here.

[analyte]

The mufflers are small and loud so I figured I'd let my wife deal with it on her side of the truck! :twothumbs

Herb, you've got mad analytical skills....lol

[Yelcamino]

That exhaust looks great and must sound insane. You're wife will be happy ;)
You need to make a video of your exhaust.

Thanks! I intend to make a video with some action and still shots from the build. Not sure when I'll get to it, but ideas are bouncing around in my head.

[Yelcamino]

Saw this on the C-10 forum.. Nice truck!

Thanks, but you're the one building a nice truck (I'm following your thread on C10 forum), I'm just throwing together a beater!

[Yelcamino]

Herb, you've got mad analytical skills....lol

Lol, thanks!

[Auto Rod Technologies]

Thanks, but you're the one building a nice truck (I'm following your thread on C10 forum), I'm just throwing together a beater!

There are many variations of nice!! And thanks for the reminder, I always forget about that forum for some reason... Probably because it's more vehicle specific.

[driveit]

I just went through this build and I love what you are doing with it. I can't wait to see it all together and down on the ground. I had a 65 stepside years ago, but never got to drive it. I like the full bed better though. What do they call the full bed is it a fleetside? Love it the truck!

[Yelcamino]

It’s been about a month since my last update so here goes…

The wheel tubs are done and installed. In this pic you can see the beginning of the built in tool box. The finishing touch will be Linex'ing the bed.

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In this one, the box construction is done.

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And here’s inside the box. I coated it with the DIY bedliner so I could install the AirPod and battery. In the middle is a 26x19 space for tools or whatever.

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LED tail lights and turn signals are finally working and lookin’ good! By the way, this is completely aired out.

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Yesterday I got about 95% of the FatMat installed. Tonight I’ll patch in the rest.

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[tommycomfort]

Looking great Herb!

[Yelcamino]

Looking great Herb!

Thanks! Have a great time in Vegas!

[Yelcamino]

A little more progress from the weekend...

Passenger side of the interior done.

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Driver side getting close.

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Bumper installed and added a light bar.

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Primary reason for the light bar was to have reverse lights.

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[driveit]

Looking great. I like the light bar idea!. Do you have a mat in the floor rather than carpet. I would like to do that with my Chevelle.

[66 tintop]

Kool truck ! Nice fabrication on the box/bed , thanks for sharing !

[Yelcamino]

Looking great. I like the light bar idea!. Do you have a mat in the floor rather than carpet. I would like to do that with my Chevelle.


Kool truck ! Nice fabrication on the box/bed , thanks for sharing !

Thanks!

[Yelcamino]

Here are some pics on the ground. I hope to finish installing the sheetmetal and do the front end alignment so I can take it for a spin this week.

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[Windycity1]

The best part about this truck is that it will get driven. Great job Herb!

[Yelcamino]

Thanks Dante'!

[BigJoe29]

hell yeah just found this, like you said nice to see another BBC c10 :D

[BigJoe29]

sorry double post

[Yelcamino]

Finally!

PO2WIAp1MAU&feature=youtu.be

[Rod]

WAHOO!!!!!looks awesome!

[Windycity1]

Maiden voyage looked like a success! Great job!!!

[Yelcamino]

Maiden voyage looked like a success! Great job!!!

Yes it was a success! Thanks!

[MattG]

A little more progress from the weekend...

Passenger side of the interior done.

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Driver side getting close.

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Bumper installed and added a light bar.

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Primary reason for the light bar was to have reverse lights.

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Think I would call the truck "Olet"!

[Josh@Ridetech]

Atta boy, Herb! :6gears:

[Yelcamino]

Think I would call the truck "Olet"!

Funny you say that Matt... that's how I've been referring to it!

[Yelcamino]

Now that it's drivable, I was out cruising around over the weekend and stopped by Ridetech for some pics...

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[MMcMasters]

Bad ass!

[SSLance]

Finally!

PO2WIAp1MAU&feature=youtu.be



Heck yeah! That's always a special day...a successful maiden voyage. Looks good Herb.

[67MAL]

I knew the 63 would turn out great, but that's just perfect!

[ekmxryda]

Very cool, I like what you did with the paint. Now I want a truck next!

[Yelcamino]

Bad ass!


Heck yeah! That's always a special day...a successful maiden voyage. Looks good Herb.


I knew the 63 would turn out great, but that's just perfect!

Thanks! I've only got about 50 miles on it but so far it runs and drives great. I noticed a small oil leak yesterday so I need to get it up on the lift and try to fix it but other than that, I'm very happy with the result!

[Yelcamino]

Very cool, I like what you did with the paint. Now I want a truck next!

Thanks! As for the paint, mother nature is the artist. The only paint I did was on the rockers and front fenders attempting to duplicate what I had to remove for the repairs.

[Yelcamino]

My original plan was to have the bed Linex'd. After talking to the Linex guy, he wanted me to remove the tool box lid (no biggie), remove the tail gate (PITA) and have the bed sand blasted (real PITA). After that conversation, Linex went down the drain.

I ended up getting a Herculiner kit from Autozone. I doubt it can stand up to the same amount of abuse as Linex, but then, I don't plan to haul scrap metal or gravel in this truck.

Metal etch primer and tape:
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First coat:
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Second and final coat:
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It should be fully cured by tonight and then I can put the tool box lid back on, install the gas filler cap and the air line quick connect.

[Rod]

Second and final coat:
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looks awesome!

[Yelcamino]

looks awesome!

Thanks!

[Yelcamino]

So this past weekend I drove the '63 down to Pigeon Forge for an autocross, car show, and cruise. It didn't go quite as planned but for the most part the old girl did pretty good. She went down the interstate at 75+ mph and got around 12.5 mpg in the process. I have a list of things I need to change and I think once that stuff is done, I should have a pretty solid reliable driver.

Here are the stats from this first trip:

Miles driven - 766
Gallons of fuel used - 61
Gallons of coolant used - 3.5
Tires destroyed - 1
Quarts of oil used - 1
Number of bugs that died on my windshield - too many to count

One video with no cool engine sounds, just wind noise...

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And some pictures...

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[Gil]

Very nice work!
Looks like fast
Gil

[srh3trinity]

It looks and sounds awesome. I like the exhaust exit.

[cactuss4]

Love it and I prefer the next gen, but I really like what you have done to this.. Kudo's!

[Justin@EntropyRad]

turned out sweet!

[Zanie]

Cool!
did you "borrow" the wheels off of your Chevelle?

[Yelcamino]

Cool!
did you "borrow" the wheels off of your Chevelle?

Thanks. No, the wheels were from the El Camino. I've since put the Intros back on the C10.

[Yelcamino]

Here's an inside video going around the Nashville Goodguys autocross.

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[analyte]

Great job Herb. You got that truck running and handling great!!

[Yelcamino]

Great job Herb. You got that truck running and handling great!!

Thanks! It doesn't do too bad all things considered (300 TW tires - skinny 245s on front, and it weighs 4541lbs).

[Yelcamino]

Out messing around yesterday after work...

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[twosaturns]

wow, I just found this thread and spent an hour looking through it, lol. I love this truck!

but maybe I missed it, I saw a 3rd pedal but also saw an auto trans? which do you actually have?

thanks!

[Yelcamino]

wow, I just found this thread and spent an hour looking through it, lol. I love this truck!

but maybe I missed it, I saw a 3rd pedal but also saw an auto trans? which do you actually have?

thanks!

Thanks Keith, glad you like it! Yes it's an auto trans. The original plan was for a TKO600 but along the way I came across a low mileage 4L80 for a good price and like any good plan, things changed direction. The only reason the clutch pedal is still in place is because I never got around to taking it out. Since it seems to confuse people, I may put a 4-speed shift knob on the Lokar shifter to keep the confusion going...

[Yelcamino]

The C10 is on eBay in case anyone is interested...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/191973961966?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1558.l2649

[tommycomfort]

The C10 is on eBay in case anyone is interested...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/191973961966?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1558.l2649

Wow! Hate to see that awesome truck go but I totally understand.

[Yelcamino]

Wow! Hate to see that awesome truck go but I totally understand.

I doubt it will sell because the reserve is probably too high. No worries though, it's not like I don't like the darn thing!