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Discussion in 'New to the H.A.M.B.? Introduce yourself here!' started by 61chevyLBC, Nov 13, 2012.

  1. 61chevyLBC
    Joined: Nov 13, 2012
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    I own a 1961 Chevy apache c10. It has fleet sides and alot of rust. I have the original 283 in it with a carter 500. I love this truck but am not sure of exactly the way in going to go with it. I know I'm kind of undecided on whether to find 327 short block to rebuild with a higher than normal compression ratio or whether I should rebuild my 283 with a higher compression ratio. I know I want to steer clear of air bags for suspension. I would prefer to have something more on the side of dependable performance. I am not new to the car scene but am new to being part of it if that makes any sense.....
    Any input I could get from some wise men would be appreciated. I am sure I worded something incorrectly and apologize for that but All the old timers I know are stoned or drunk and I need to get busy on this girl.
     
  2. raymay
    Joined: Mar 2, 2008
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    Welcome from New York.
     
  3. dumptruck88
    Joined: Jul 2, 2012
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    from lakewood

    howdy there 61...sounds to me like you got your work cut out for you there on that there uh 61 chebbie apache jorb
     
  4. Hemiman51
    Joined: Jun 25, 2012
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    Welcome from the east bay Ca.
     

  5. kennkat
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    Hello and welcome from Twain Harte, California
     
  6. 1954Bill
    Joined: Feb 26, 2009
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    from Long Beach

    Im from Wrong Beach welcome!!!
     
  7. KomoG2
    Joined: Mar 10, 2009
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    from Utah

    Jacksonville, Florida welcomes you brother.
     
  8. 61chevyLBC
    Joined: Nov 13, 2012
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  9. 61chevyLBC
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    hey, do you know much about the apache?
     
  10. IWB
    Joined: Mar 17, 2007
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    What's up 61 what part of LB are you in ?
     
  11. 61chevyLBC
    Joined: Nov 13, 2012
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    East. You in north?
     
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