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Garthc20 · 11-29-2010, 11:18 PM

Hi every one I finally got on the site, picked up a 70 c20lwb a couple of weeks ago its a runner but needs some tlc and other stuff. I am still trying to figure out what's up with this beast, it has a 305 with a qjet that's not quite right . My plan is to return it back to stock as possible on my budget pics will follow
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bruceman1968 · 11-29-2010, 11:48 PM

Garth

to the board. Sounds like a nice truck. Can't wait to see the pics.

Garthc20 · 11-30-2010, 12:22 AM

Its not that nice , it needs a new wood bed new rockers and doors the wiring is suspect but it will get better
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Garthc20 · 11-30-2010, 12:36 AM

well here she is

she was originally dark green and I think she will be again one day , used to have a camper so its wired up for extra battery

YBNORML · 11-30-2010, 12:40 AM

Welcome, pics are always good, no matter what condition. Everyone on here loves pics.
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heeroyue2002 · 11-30-2010, 12:44 AM

that looks great

C. M. Wolf · 11-30-2010, 01:06 AM

Good lookin' truck.

Those carbs weren't too bad,(even though I did swtich mine out for a Holley 750, jetted to a 700 because I simply got tired of rebuilding the guad).

I would suggest a complete rebuild on the carb, by someone that truely knows the carb. The dear little things just get old befor their time and generally need some rework.

Make sure the vacume advance is in good shape too,(lots of Folks overlook this when they tune an engine).

Basically, the better you can get the engine to breath, is the better it will run. I've been finding this out dealing with chevy small blocks for about 20 years now. So far, the 327ci is my favorite followed closely by the 350ci that my C20 is sporting now.

Michael

Garthc20 · 11-30-2010, 03:16 PM

it does look pretty good in the picture but its a 15 footer , currently I am dealing with the shift linkage , I just replaced the bushing on the column shift arm and it needs a little adjustment now , and trying to figure out whats been done to this truck over the last 40 years , the old q-jet is not really matched up for the 305 in there as it has no choke and is old and dirty , but until I can get some cash together it runs ok for now . the wiring is suspect it needs a new horn button and for it to be hooked up the fuse box is a mess the list goes on and on , this site has been a great resource so far . any body have a link for a manual?

Valhalla · 11-30-2010, 04:03 PM

Welcome

Jacfourteen · 11-30-2010, 05:33 PM

Welcome from Norcal! Nice looking start for a rebuild, keep us updated on your progress and post up any problems you run into.

Garthc20 · 12-01-2010, 03:07 PM

well gave the old girl a bath today and removed the running boards and wally world hubcaps

shes actually mettalic dark green under all that oxidation

made2drag · 12-01-2010, 03:37 PM

welcome. it already looks alot better

made2drag · 12-01-2010, 03:42 PM

take the camper, rear bumper, and the mirrors off and it would look way better!

Garthc20 · 12-01-2010, 03:53 PM

The mirrors are frigging huge on this one but if I am trailering they go way out, and the camper is going to stay on till I can paint the plywood I have in the bed.
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11-29-2010, 11:18 PM	#1
Garthc20 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: san diego ca Posts: 167	another newbie Hi every one I finally got on the site, picked up a 70 c20lwb a couple of weeks ago its a runner but needs some tlc and other stuff. I am still trying to figure out what's up with this beast, it has a 305 with a qjet that's not quite right . My plan is to return it back to stock as possible on my budget pics will follow Posted via Mobile Device

11-29-2010, 11:48 PM	#2
bruceman1968 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 1,549	Re: another newbie Garth to the board. Sounds like a nice truck. Can't wait to see the pics. __________________ CHEVY/GMC VIN DECODERS

11-30-2010, 12:22 AM	#3
Garthc20 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: san diego ca Posts: 167	Re: another newbie Its not that nice , it needs a new wood bed new rockers and doors the wiring is suspect but it will get better Posted via Mobile Device

11-30-2010, 12:36 AM	#4
Garthc20 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: san diego ca Posts: 167	Re: another newbie well here she is she was originally dark green and I think she will be again one day , used to have a camper so its wired up for extra battery

11-30-2010, 12:40 AM	#5
YBNORML Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 3,844	Re: another newbie Welcome, pics are always good, no matter what condition. Everyone on here loves pics. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ --------------------------------------------------------------- Jason. 68’ GMC shortbox https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=794201 72' 2WD Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425385 67' LongBox C-10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691845 InstaGram ybnorml67

11-30-2010, 12:44 AM	#6
heeroyue2002 fat old dude Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: fresno, california Posts: 1,424	Re: another newbie that looks great __________________ 1972 c-10 shortbed 350/400 build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=389157 1968 workhorse http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=446216 Accepting part donations

11-30-2010, 01:06 AM	#7
C. M. Wolf Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: MT Posts: 85	Re: another newbie Good lookin' truck. Those carbs weren't too bad,(even though I did swtich mine out for a Holley 750, jetted to a 700 because I simply got tired of rebuilding the guad). I would suggest a complete rebuild on the carb, by someone that truely knows the carb. The dear little things just get old befor their time and generally need some rework. Make sure the vacume advance is in good shape too,(lots of Folks overlook this when they tune an engine). Basically, the better you can get the engine to breath, is the better it will run. I've been finding this out dealing with chevy small blocks for about 20 years now. So far, the 327ci is my favorite followed closely by the 350ci that my C20 is sporting now. Michael

11-30-2010, 03:16 PM	#8
Garthc20 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: san diego ca Posts: 167	Re: another newbie it does look pretty good in the picture but its a 15 footer , currently I am dealing with the shift linkage , I just replaced the bushing on the column shift arm and it needs a little adjustment now , and trying to figure out whats been done to this truck over the last 40 years , the old q-jet is not really matched up for the 305 in there as it has no choke and is old and dirty , but until I can get some cash together it runs ok for now . the wiring is suspect it needs a new horn button and for it to be hooked up the fuse box is a mess the list goes on and on , this site has been a great resource so far . any body have a link for a manual?

11-30-2010, 04:03 PM	#9
Valhalla Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Chandler, Arizona Posts: 295	Re: another newbie Welcome __________________ My build thread for Project TiC TaC/Jazzmin Oh Yeahhh Cheap work is never good and good work is never cheap. Lesson = learn to do it all the right way on your own. SqueegeeMan

11-30-2010, 05:33 PM	#10
Jacfourteen Big Red - Now its a SWB! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Oroville, Ca Posts: 1,624	Re: another newbie Welcome from Norcal! Nice looking start for a rebuild, keep us updated on your progress and post up any problems you run into. __________________ 68 3/4 ton (Project)-350 Small Block, .030 over, 10:1 comp, 3998993 heads, C3BX edelbrock intake, comp cams XE268, Holley 670 SA, long tube headers, dual flow 40's, E-fan, Alum rad, currently under the knife getting shortened and bagged build thread 41 3/4 ton (wife's)-flatbed, fully restored to original 01 Tahoe LT 4WD (my daily driver)-Magnaflow Muffler, Rollin on 22's 02 Ford Mustang Convertable (Wife's Car)-Flowmaster 50, Clear corners, Intake, sittin on 18's

12-01-2010, 03:07 PM	#11
Garthc20 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: san diego ca Posts: 167	Re: another newbie well gave the old girl a bath today and removed the running boards and wally world hubcaps shes actually mettalic dark green under all that oxidation __________________ 1970 Custom camper 20 lwb 1978 yamaha xs1100 (insert clever quote here) Last edited by Garthc20; 12-01-2010 at 03:09 PM.

12-01-2010, 03:37 PM	#12
made2drag Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: alabama Posts: 2,079	Re: another newbie welcome. it already looks alot better

12-01-2010, 03:42 PM	#13
made2drag Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: alabama Posts: 2,079	Re: another newbie take the camper, rear bumper, and the mirrors off and it would look way better!

12-01-2010, 03:53 PM	#14
Garthc20 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: san diego ca Posts: 167	Re: another newbie The mirrors are frigging huge on this one but if I am trailering they go way out, and the camper is going to stay on till I can paint the plywood I have in the bed. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1970 Custom camper 20 lwb 1978 yamaha xs1100 (insert clever quote here)

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