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Learn to fully repair and restore Chevrolet’s most popular truck in this long-awaited new restoration guide.

When Chevy released its second-generation C/K pickup trucks, dubbed the "Action Line," it was apparent that many changes over the previous generation had been employed. Not only did the truck have a simpler, more clean-cut look but this was also the beginning of an era where modern creature comforts that we often take for granted started appearing in the good old Chevy workhorse. Power steering, power brakes, more-powerful engines, a smoother-riding coil rear suspension, automatic transmissions, and independent front suspension all led to what was the most drivable of any Chevy trucks to this point. Back then and today, this generation of Chevy truck is almost universally considered the most popular. Aftermarket parts availability and auction prices support that assertion.

In How to Restore Your Chevy Truck: 1967-1972, veteran author Kevin Whipps shows you how to inspect, assess, and accurately budget your restoration project. You are then taken through each major portion of truck restoration, including the engine, suspension, chassis, bodywork, paint, brakes, steering, transmission, driveline, electrical system, interior, and more. Each section shows practical, real-world repair and restoration in general and step-by-step formats. After all of these years of hard use and exposure to harsh conditions, most of these trucks are in need of some serious work.

Chevy/GMC trucks are extremely popular as stock restorations, fast street trucks, and off-road trucks. But before you can build a specialty truck, you need to have a solid, reliable, restored truck. This book provides the invaluable information and step-by-step instruction to return these trucks to their original glory.

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Learn to fully repair and restore Chevrolet’s most popular truck in this long-awaited new restoration guide.

When Chevy released its second-generation C/K pickup trucks, dubbed the "Action Line," it was apparent that many changes over the previous generation had been employed. Not only did the truck have a simpler, more clean-cut look but this was also the beginning of an era where modern creature comforts that we often take for granted started appearing in the good old Chevy workhorse. Power steering, power brakes, more-powerful engines, a smoother-riding coil rear suspension, automatic transmissions, and independent front suspension all led to what was the most drivable of any Chevy trucks to this point. Back then and today, this generation of Chevy truck is almost universally considered the most popular. Aftermarket parts availability and auction prices support that assertion.

In How to Restore Your Chevy Truck: 1967-1972, veteran author Kevin Whipps shows you how to inspect, assess, and accurately budget your restoration project. You are then taken through each major portion of truck restoration, including the engine, suspension, chassis, bodywork, paint, brakes, steering, transmission, driveline, electrical system, interior, and more. Each section shows practical, real-world repair and restoration in general and step-by-step formats. After all of these years of hard use and exposure to harsh conditions, most of these trucks are in need of some serious work.

Chevy/GMC trucks are extremely popular as stock restorations, fast street trucks, and off-road trucks. But before you can build a specialty truck, you need to have a solid, reliable, restored truck. This book provides the invaluable information and step-by-step instruction to return these trucks to their original glory.

Pages : 176
Size : 8.5 X 11 (inches)
Format : Paperback / softback
Illustrations : 510 color photos
Publisher : CarTech
ISBN : 9781613255032
Product Code : SA461

Dedication 

About the Author 

Acknowledgments 

Introduction 

 

Chapter 1: Chevy Truck Model History 

Overview

How to Spot a Fake

What Kind of Truck Do You Want?

Inspection and Evaluation

Projects to Avoid

Customized Versus Stock

Rust Versus No Rust

Paperwork

Determining Skill Level

 

Chapter 2: Getting Started

Organization

Budgeting

Preparing Your Workspace

NOS and Reproduction Parts

Tools and Equipment

Welding and Metalwork

Consumables and Supplies

Making Your Own Tools

 

Chapter 3: The Body 

Stripping the Finish

What Do You Do with a Bare Metal Truck?

Rust Inspection

Panel Replacement

Dashboard Solutions

Floorboard Fixes

Gapping the Panels

Fixing Factory Issues

Body Repair

Working a Panel from Start to Finish

Prepping for Paint

 

Chapter 4: Paint 

DIY Versus Paying a Professional

Equipment

Paint Types

Selecting a Color

Primer

Paint Basics

Wet Sanding

 

Chapter 5: Engine

Authenticity and Reliability

Analysis of Work Required

Identification

Removal and Installation

 

Chapter 6: Transmission

DIY Versus Paying a Professional

Selection

Identification

 

Chapter 7: Drivetrain

Gear Ratios

Axle Identification

Rebuilding Differentials

 

Chapter 8: Brakes

Replace or Repair?

Brake Lines

Removal and Installation

 

Chapter 9: Suspensio

DIY Versus Paying a Professional

Removal and Installation

Front Suspension

Rear Suspension

 

Chapter 10: Electrical System 

Wiring Harnesses

 

Chapter 11: Interior

DIY Versus Paying a Professional

Installing Carpet

Installing Sound-Deadening Material

Radio Delete Plate

Seat Upholstery

 

Chapter 12: Other Mechanicals 

Long-Bed to Short-Bed Conversions

Buying New Versus Cutting Old Bedsides

 

Source Guide 

How to Restore Your Chevy Truck: 1967-1972

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