My new project, 86 c10. Lots of pics
 

Hello everyone. I am new to this site and have already learned alot abotu what i need to know. This is the start of my new project. It is a 1986 Chevy c-10 2wd 2 door reg cab. Here are some pictures and a breaf description of what will be going on and in the truck.
4.56 posi rear end
blown 355 small block
Turbo 350 tranny, 3200 stall
Heater and ac delete with vintage air unit.
20 or 22" wheels. not sure yet
Blue and silver/grey paint scheme.
complete custom interior.
possible Z frame.
4 link rear, Not sure either bag on bar or bag over axle.
stock lower control arms in front.
Four 15" l7 subs in bed of truck through cab cut.

The truck needs new cab corners and some work. I cannot complain thought b/c it was FREE... My father in law gave it to me... Now im gonna give him a heart attack and cut it up. (Since he bought it new) LOL...:lol:
I do have a couple questions though.
Would it be better to run an bag over bar or bag over axle setup?
When Z'ing the frame will i need to make a new tranny tunnel cover?

The reason i ask a few of the questions is i already have a complete air ride setup, all bags, air control unit, 4 link, and spindles, But they are for a 88-98 full size.

Will the spindles work on the 86 i have.

Well here are the pics.
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/a...0/100_0236.jpg
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Re: My new project, 86 c10. Lots of pics
 

a few more pics
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/a...0/100_0245.jpg
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/a...0/100_0246.jpg
http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/a...0/100_0247.jpg
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Re: My new project, 86 c10. Lots of pics
 

Welcome. :welcoem:

Looks you have a nice truck to start you build. To stay in good standing with the other board members always remember we want to see all the pics you can take during this build!!!! :lol:

Re: My new project, 86 c10. Lots of pics
 

Is that a threat, LOL no just j/k. I plan on taking about a million pics..
Just lookin for some info before i get to far into tearing the truck apart..

I have alot of parts already but like i said it was purchased for a 96 and not the 86.

Re: My new project, 86 c10. Lots of pics
 

Welcome! Looks like a nice truck, and even better since it was free!

Re: My new project, 86 c10. Lots of pics
 

Yeah thats kinda waht i thought.. :)

Re: My new project, 86 c10. Lots of pics
 

:welcoem::cong:Welcome! Nice truck and free too.

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Thank you guys for the welcomes.... So anyone with any recomendations on the questions from above?

Re: My new project, 86 c10. Lots of pics
 

Ok guys here is a kinda list of what i am gonna do and some one please let me know if these components will work to lay rocker or atleast pinch on a 29" tire.

found a set of upper control arms, lower tub control arms with bag pocket and i do believe they have a drop spindle on them.

going to Z the frame in the front.

trim frame under the cab to lay out.

new tranny crossmember.

triangulated 4 link in the rear? Bag on bar on the outside of the frame rails. from stock forward spring hanget to rearend.

Just running a standard bag.

have to relocate fuel tank.

probable maudify the tranny tunel and the steering.

Also are there n e tips i need to know when getting ready to do the Z?

Thanks Guys.

Re: My new project, 86 c10. Lots of pics
 

little more help please. Should i run a bag on bar or a bag over axle setup. not worried about a ton of lift just ride hight?

Re: My new project, 86 c10. Lots of pics
 

ok guys a little of an update. I ordered my dropmember this week so i should see it next week. Nate, is a great guy.
Also found my control arms, upp and loweres.

Re: My new project, 86 c10. Lots of pics
 

I just started a similar build on a 86 stepside. Just started tear down...fun stuff.

Re: My new project, 86 c10. Lots of pics
 

Hey i am in need of a few parts..... I am trying to find the clutch pedal and brackets for a 80's square body p/u for my 86 chevy. I want to install a 5 speed but am needing pedals and so on....

Ne one know of any???