My new ride

[WSSix]

After selling the Trans Am, I decided I'd get a truck. I've always liked squarebodies and decided that's what I would find. Just something cool to cruise around in that doesn't really need anything.

Not sure what category it falls into. I guess you can call it Old-touring, Slow-touring, Pro-grandpa maybe? I dig the colors which is why I bought it. Has a 305 and auto trans. It's so slow, lol. I love it.

https://i.imgur.com/zklvI9M.jpg

[SSLance]

She's a beaut!! Love any square body.

Tons of aftermarket support for those so get yer Visa card ready... :D

[Bad Bowtie]

Love these trucks... regret selling my 87

Looks super clean any big plans for it ?

BB

[Spiffav8]

That's a great find! Should be a lot of fun!

[ScotI]

After selling the Trans Am, I decided I'd get a truck. I've always liked squarebodies and decided that's what I would find. Just something cool to cruise around in that doesn't really need anything.

Not sure what category it falls into. I guess you can call it Old-touring, Slow-touring, Pro-grandpa maybe? I dig the colors which is why I bought it. Has a 305 and auto trans. It's so slow, lol. I love it.

https://i.imgur.com/zklvI9M.jpg

Joe-Touring.

The average guy in an average build doing average stuff. It's a fairly big club :thumbsup:

[WSSix]

Joe-touring. That's a pretty good description.

No big plans. I have a son due in a few weeks so I have no desire to start anything project wise. I just want something to cruise.

Over the long haul though, whatever I do it will keep the classic, factory look. It will stay this color and have the trim etc. I'll upgrade the engine and keep the carb look even though it will be EFI. I'll decide later if I go LS or stay SBC. I'm sure I'll upgrade the brakes as I prefer the look of rear disc. The frame will be stiffened. I may do a four link in the rear since I've never done that before. None of this will happen any time soon though. I'm headed to the local show first thing in the morning. That's what I'll do with this thing mainly.

Thanks

[RdHuggr68]

Low and slow, looks great, nice find!

[will69camaro]

Trucks are a blast. I got my 69c10, and drive it 10x as much as my camaro.

I’m putting new driveline in it now and it’s been fun knowing it’s just a cruiser/driver with the only expectation being reliable and fun to cruise.

Really like the look of the square body you got.

[WSSix]

Thanks, guys! I appreciate the kind words.

[blitzer454]

I thought for a second that I was looking at my nephews truck. Pretty close to having the same paint and wheels.
https://scontent-dfw5-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.6435-9/126958021_10222628680602304_4038159686794530149_n. jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-3&_nc_sid=0debeb&_nc_ohc=womMpjybAzMAX8i0_gZ&_nc_ht=scontent-dfw5-2.xx&oh=b2064c99339a7da5419b48f30eb12f0d&oe=60E40270

[WSSix]

I think those are the same colors as mine. My wheels are 20" Riddlers. I need to measure but I believe it's 10's up front and 11's out back.

Tell your nephew he has a great looking truck for me, please.

[Che70velle]

Nice find Trey. Congrats on the new son coming also! He’s a way bigger prize than any thing you’ll ever own.

[WSSix]

I appreciate it, Scott. I agree 100%.

[214Chevy]

I mean, who in the world doesn't love a square body?

[WSSix]

I don't know, Marcus. I'm not sure they exist. I haven't met them if they do, lol. Thanks!

[WSSix]

A few weeks ago I discovered that the front was not only not dropped correctly but that my spindles were not machined correctly. I ended up replacing the drop spindles with new ones and got lowering springs. I'm now sitting with a 4.5 inch drop in the front courtesy of McGaughys components. No idea what drop I have in the rear as it's just 2" drop shackles and I have two leafs left. I estimate its a 5-6 inch drop. I doubt I'll go lower because I like it how it is now.

https://i.imgur.com/3Yb3WVL.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/zpQqano.jpg

[camcojb]

Sits nice!

[ScotI]

A few weeks ago I discovered that the front was not only not dropped correctly but that my spindles were not machined correctly. I ended up replacing the drop spindles with new ones and got lowering springs. I'm now sitting with a 4.5 inch drop in the front courtesy of McGaughys components. No idea what drop I have in the rear as it's just 2" drop shackles and I have two leafs left. I estimate its a 5-6 inch drop. I doubt I'll go lower because I like it how it is now.


Based on the pics I'd say you're very close to 6" rear drop. Not a fan of shackles & removing leafs as it reduces the ability for a truck to do truck stuff. Ridetech has a nice 4-bar C/O set-up for these & Detroit Speed introduced new stuff this year.

With a young-gun on the way, you might need to step up your capacity....

[WSSix]

I appreciate it, Scott. I've been reading a lot of your posts on 67-72chevytrucks. I can't get the admin to respond to any of my inquiries on why I can't post though. Frustrating as hell since there's clearly a huge amount of knowledge on that site.

The little one is sleeping next to me right now. I sure hope he's into cars when he gets older.

The previous owner was the one who removed leafs from the spring packs. It rides well and I don't need to carry anything since my daily is a Tahoe. It'll do until I put a four link out back. Ridetech, No Limit, and DSE definitely have my eye at this time with their offerings. I just received my Ridetech front sway bar which I hope to install today. I'm incredibly impressed with the packing and quality thus far. First item I have bought from them. The fact that they actually packed the bar in such a manner as to protect it was huge. But, I digress.

I appreciate the kind words, gentlemen.

[ScotI]

I appreciate it, Scott. I've been reading a lot of your posts on 67-72chevytrucks. I can't get the admin to respond to any of my inquiries on why I can't post though. Frustrating as hell since there's clearly a huge amount of knowledge on that site.

The little one is sleeping next to me right now. I sure hope he's into cars when he gets older.

The previous owner was the one who removed leafs from the spring packs. It rides well and I don't need to carry anything since my daily is a Tahoe. It'll do until I put a four link out back. Ridetech, No Limit, and DSE definitely have my eye at this time with their offerings. I just received my Ridetech front sway bar which I hope to install today. I'm incredibly impressed with the packing and quality thus far. First item I have bought from them. The fact that they actually packed the bar in such a manner as to protect it was huge. But, I digress.

I appreciate the kind words, gentlemen.

PM your 67-72 info/site name & I can reach out to admin to see what's possible.