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65 c20 revival
Bought this truck in pieces, some photos are from when i picked it up. Since buying, I've painted the frame and front suspension in POR15. I am having a hell of a time trying to re install the front coils with a common spring compressor (no weight on frame). So think I'm going to order a 3/4 drop spring 1" front and 3" rear from gmc paul after he replies to my email. Any body have pics of that specific drop from gmcpaul for 3/4ton? While i wait im gonna move to the rearend. Think im just going to change fluid and reseal the eaton. The front end has been nearly reassembled just need to install springs. I picked up a 72 8lug disk complete member for 100 bucks. After i repainted and rebuilt my drums front suspension already of course, so ill probably do that later if i decide its worth it. all new polyurathen bushings all the way around. moog steering and suspension parts. Repacked front bearings but changed seals, shoes, turned drums. Has a 283/420 combo and was told its in great working condition , im inclined to believe the seller since the truck is an absolute dime so i think ill just clean it up and re utilize. Seller had other plans for truck originally, believe he was going to cut and swap to 5 or 6 lug. i just cant bring myself to do that to this rig. 8 lugs are cool right?
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Re: 65 c20 revival
Don't have pics of the chassis being put back together, but they'll make here soon
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Re: 65 c20 revival
Welcome! Nothing wrong with a 3/4 ton truck, especially with that color and condition. I love the door lettering.
You might be able to temporarily install the engine and trans to get enough weight for getting the stock springs back in
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Re: 65 c20 revival
Thanks happy to be here. Yeaaah thats an option if i absolute have to. Ill probably end up fabing up a compressor that will slip through inside like a ship in a bottle. engine and tranny are pulled apart right now for checks and cleans. Although the rear end is freed up, hmmm. Might have to call over the neighbor and have him set a front loader bucket on it lol, them 3/4 coils are no joke!
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Re: 65 c20 revival
That is one nice truck. wow.
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Re: 65 c20 revival
Spud,
Give this a try for installing the springs. Seat the spring on the pockets. Big ratchet strap SECURELY attached to the control arms. Use your jack to compress the spring until everything starts moving. Tension up the ratchet strap and start ratcheting. 62% of the time it works 100% of the time. P. ![]()
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Re: 65 c20 revival
Yes, eight lugs are cool, and that one is a winner!
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Re: 65 c20 revival
same art is on both fenders. Shows a cartoon character holding some large glass planes.
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Re: 65 c20 revival
Thank you guys. Think this a once in a lifetime find for me and very fortunate to have grabbed. I’m going to keep her pretty much all original. GMC Paul never got back to me. Think I’m just gonna use the stock springs for now too. Took a few more pic today I think you guys will like. No crayon marks, must’ve been cleaned off. Truck is extremely clean so I wouldn’t be surprised if PO wiped them off
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Re: 65 c20 revival
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Re: 65 c20 revival
Awesome truck!
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Re: 65 c20 revival
In for the build, sweet truck!
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Re: 65 c20 revival
You could always introduce Mrs Spring to Mr Grinder and lop off a coil.
Or two..... P. ![]()
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Re: 65 c20 revival
I may in the future after I see how the 60 year old springs sit, I’ve never seen it put together in person yet 😈 I am under the understanding a 2” lower in the back is leveled. I planned to do a 1 and 3 lower from gmcpaul, I reached out to verify that would be level. As soon as I know for sure I’ll probably order the kit
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Re: 65 c20 revival
Stock color for your 283 would be grey
The square bore 4 barrel carb you're looking for is the Rochester 4GC
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Tracking down the correct grey for engine was too much of a hassle. Orange looks great. Cab is up next 😎
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Re: 65 c20 revival
Nice!
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All downhill from here!
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Re: 65 c20 revival
Very nice, the Doorarts is a so pretty
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Re: 65 c20 revival
Love the art on the door and fender!
This is going to be very nice when done. Good work. P. ![]()
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Re: 65 c20 revival
SpudWrench
Welcome, I just noticed this, nice run so far. By the way, nice to see a close by local truck! I'm just down the road a bit. I am working on a 1966 short bed.
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Summer has been fun so not a whole lot of cool updates. Doing a lot of paint work. Was hoping to make it to a truck meet this weekend but that’s not happening lol. Will have some cool updates soon. She’s getting really close
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