My project started just about 6 years ago. We were going to fix the passenger door and a few other things. Somehow (it's all a fog now) it slowly progressed to a full frame-off resto. We removed the engine first and I started researching engine upgrades. I decided to keep the 272 block but got a John Mummert "306" kit and a mild cam. Also upgraded to a Holly 600 CFM and some Red's Headders, and a few other tidbits. I work with a very talented tech and he agreed to build the engine. Joke was on him as this was his first Y-block and he studied a lot before even taking it apart.

Soon the truck was spread across three counties. Three years ago the frame was complete (blasted, treated, painted) and suspension in place. I took the frame up to the engine builder. It ran for the first time yesterday. Wow, does it sound good!

The body is painted and ready for installing:






Engine and frame in my driveway ready for delivery in the morning:






I've been down many times during this project but I've gotta tell ya, when we cranked that thing up I really felt good.

Did ya notice it's .................. green!

DB

 

DirtBoy,..Welcome back! haven't heard from you in awhile..Congratulations on the Lite-off, your Engine/drivetrain looks Great!.. and I'm glad to hear you rebuilt the Y-block! Those valve covers/headers/carb will look awesome with the yellow block and green cab.

 

man that looks good!!

I like the yellow and black..

the body looks fabulous!!

Sam

 

That thing looks great. Love the look you ended up with on the Y block. Congrats on hanging in there on this project! This old metal is worth it!

 

I'm only imagining my panel in paint and you've got it done, congratulations. Everything looks super, take your time and don't scratch any of it. Did you use a base/clear on it.

 

Congratulations! I can't wait to fire mine up for the first time. I suspect that's still months away.

 

WOW! there is just some awesome work on these old trucks we love! You have a beautiful Panel there keep up the good work! Love the drivetrain!

 

Same here..Hope to have mine going by late spring. Wish me luck.

 

Looks good.

John

 

Looks great!!! Keep us updated as she goes back together.

Lance

 

Looking pretty awesome!

 

Really really nice....way to go!

 

Looks great!

 

Bitchin - Nothing like the sound of a Y-Block.