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BigRed76 · 04-05-2012, 12:32 AM

Ive been in the 73-87 forums quite a bit over the past couple years but I can now welcome myself over here on the '67-'72 forum as I am now the proud owner of a '71 C10. No pictures yet, but I will get them up tomorrow. The powerplant is the original 2 barrel 307 v8 backed by a 700R4 trans with a 12 bolt rear end, unknown gear ratio so far. Its got manual brakes, manual steering, and used to have a manual trans. until the PO installed the 700R4. This truck will soon be my new daily driver so I'll be looking to do things to maximize fuel economy.

jayman68 · 04-05-2012, 12:44 AM

Congrats on the purchase, and welcome over. Good luck to you.

Fatkid1983 · 04-05-2012, 01:10 AM

Congrats! Definitely post some pics!
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**70cst** · 04-05-2012, 01:22 AM

Sorry I could not help myself

ges55 · 04-05-2012, 09:33 AM

Welcome over. I, too, have an 85 square body.

Indyuke · 04-05-2012, 09:49 AM

Nice, of course we need pics, but as to your fuel economy... you've already got a good start with the 307 and the 700r4. You'll definately need 3.73 rear gearing with that setup, but it should have enough power and do good on the highway.

A 4-barrel quadrajet and HEI will help you maximize your fuel economy too.

black_sheep454 · 04-05-2012, 10:35 AM

We defiantly need some pics, and congrats on the purchase.
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BigRed76 · 04-06-2012, 01:43 AM

Ok guys I finally got some pictures of it. I think its pretty good for $600

RexDodge · 04-06-2012, 10:26 AM

Congrats on the great find! Looks like $600 well spent. What are your plans for it?

BruthaMan · 04-06-2012, 10:56 AM

Contrats and welcome. I'm a new 72 owner, started out on the 73-87 forums as well.

huey-71 · 04-06-2012, 12:57 PM

Sweet! Looks like a great deal! Love the shag kick panels!!

Fatkid1983 · 04-06-2012, 12:59 PM

600 BUCKS VERY WELL SPENT! Congrats
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Dunenutt · 04-06-2012, 01:03 PM

Nice truck!

First thing should be getting rid of that rubber fuel line. Other than that, it's perfect!

hopped up · 04-06-2012, 01:06 PM

great buy !! i agree put a qjet and hei and youll be doing waau better than me in the mileage dept. that 700r4 will def be a help with that.
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BigRed76 · 04-06-2012, 02:40 PM

My first plan is an HEI of course, and recommendations on what brand to buy??

Next big thing will be a wiring kit for the torque converter lockup on the 700R4. Do you guys really think a Qjet will be more fuel efficient than the 2 barrel?
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doubleb's69 · 04-06-2012, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by BigRed76

My first plan is an HEI of course, and recommendations on what brand to buy??

Next big thing will be a wiring kit for the torque converter lockup on the 700R4. Do you guys really think a Qjet will be more fuel efficient than the 2 barrel?
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Q-jets have small primaries so I think it would be better than a 2 barrel just putting around town and even on the highway if you stay out of the secondaries.

VA72C10 · 04-06-2012, 05:15 PM

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Q-jets have small primaries so I think it would be better than a 2 barrel just putting around town and even on the highway if you stay out of the secondaries.

Also think 600 is a GREAT deal! Most guys spend that much or more installing a 700R4...

50bomb · 04-06-2012, 06:44 PM

Great deal. Enjoy

RCbowtie69 · 04-07-2012, 09:34 AM

Nice buy for $600.00,looks like you got something to work with.Keep on Truckin'

danw210 · 04-07-2012, 09:55 AM

You stole that one for $600!

**oldgold70c10** · 04-07-2012, 11:15 AM

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You stole that one for $600!

I agree. Is she as rust free as she looks? That is a nice clean looking truck with the white paint and no trim.

MagmaJct · 04-07-2012, 01:08 PM

I like the stock look of the engine room. I'm curious about the fan setup. I've got a mostly stock `71 as well that has been in the family for decades. I believe mine has a 5 blade fan, with fan clutch and shroud.

So I'm questioning whether your fan setup is stock, if so, perhaps someone can explain why there is such a difference?

**richard2717** · 04-07-2012, 01:38 PM

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Originally Posted by MagmaJct

I like the stock look of the engine room. I'm curious about the fan setup. I've got a mostly stock `71 as well that has been in the family for decades. I believe mine has a 5 blade fan, with fan clutch and shroud.

So I'm questioning whether your fan setup is stock, if so, perhaps someone can explain why there is such a difference?

I have had two 71's with the exact same setup as the one pictured here. Does your truck have A/C? If so that may be the difference.
Richard

MagmaJct · 04-08-2012, 11:56 AM

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I have had two 71's with the exact same setup as the one pictured here. Does your truck have A/C? If so that may be the difference.
Richard

Never had AC. It has been upgraded after factory with a hitch, associated wiring, a second battery, and a 4 row radiator. It has the original 350 engine. This fan setup is correct, as I had replaced the fan clutch in a futile attempt to solve a vapor lock problem, which ended up being a failing fuel pump. If the clutch was the wrong setup, how would Autozone have found it?

BigRed76 · 04-07-2012, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by oldgold70c10

I agree. Is she as rust free as she looks? That is a nice clean looking truck with the white paint and no trim.

It's had cab corners and rocker panels replaced on both sides, and there are a few minor rust holes underneath the passenger side of the cab. The only other major flaw with the body is the cracking body filler on the passenger fender, which is not the original fender.
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04-05-2012, 12:32 AM	#1
BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 Ive been in the 73-87 forums quite a bit over the past couple years but I can now welcome myself over here on the '67-'72 forum as I am now the proud owner of a '71 C10. No pictures yet, but I will get them up tomorrow. The powerplant is the original 2 barrel 307 v8 backed by a 700R4 trans with a 12 bolt rear end, unknown gear ratio so far. Its got manual brakes, manual steering, and used to have a manual trans. until the PO installed the 700R4. This truck will soon be my new daily driver so I'll be looking to do things to maximize fuel economy. __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB

04-05-2012, 12:44 AM	#2
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Fatkid1983 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: yelm Wa. Posts: 423	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 Congrats! Definitely post some pics! Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1971 chevy c10 cheyenne. Bagged. New paint and some other mods. 1999 ford f350 superduty 7.3 powerstroke everything banks 1975 c10 swb "parts runner" <----SOLD NorthWest C10's http://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/Norhtwestc10s/

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ges55 BLACK SATIN Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: canton, IL Posts: 266	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 Welcome over. I, too, have an 85 square body. __________________ 67 C10 Fleetside LWB-283, 3 on the tree,power assisted steering, father-in-law bought it new 67 C20 Fleetside LWB-'85 305 V8 (original was 250 6 cyl), Holley 600 carb, full length Hedman headers, dual exhaust behind the back wheels, 4 spd , manual steering 85 C10 Silverado- 305ci

04-05-2012, 09:49 AM	#6
Indyuke Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Lake Stevens, WA Posts: 623	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 Nice, of course we need pics, but as to your fuel economy... you've already got a good start with the 307 and the 700r4. You'll definately need 3.73 rear gearing with that setup, but it should have enough power and do good on the highway. A 4-barrel quadrajet and HEI will help you maximize your fuel economy too.

04-05-2012, 10:35 AM	#7
black_sheep454 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Lebanon, Mo. Posts: 1,315	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 We defiantly need some pics, and congrats on the purchase. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1968 chevy lwb, getting ready to join forces with the 70 gmc 1970 gmc swb, getting ready to be a 68 chevy swb 1971 gmc lwb 2500 2wd Sierra Grande 1988 chevy 1-ton crew cab 2wd waiting for a 12v cummins

04-06-2012, 01:43 AM	#8
BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 Ok guys I finally got some pictures of it. I think its pretty good for $600 Attached Images __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB

04-06-2012, 10:26 AM	#9
RexDodge Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 741	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 Congrats on the great find! Looks like $600 well spent. What are your plans for it?

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BruthaMan US Army Veteran Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central Texas Posts: 1,049	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 Contrats and welcome. I'm a new 72 owner, started out on the 73-87 forums as well. __________________ 1972 C10 Highlander - The making of a daily driver

04-06-2012, 12:57 PM	#11
huey-71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Panama City, Fl Posts: 27	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 Sweet! Looks like a great deal! Love the shag kick panels!!

04-06-2012, 12:59 PM	#12
Fatkid1983 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: yelm Wa. Posts: 423	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 600 BUCKS VERY WELL SPENT! Congrats Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1971 chevy c10 cheyenne. Bagged. New paint and some other mods. 1999 ford f350 superduty 7.3 powerstroke everything banks 1975 c10 swb "parts runner" <----SOLD NorthWest C10's http://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/Norhtwestc10s/

04-06-2012, 01:03 PM	#13
Dunenutt Newbee Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 1,406	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 Nice truck! First thing should be getting rid of that rubber fuel line. Other than that, it's perfect! __________________ My Build, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...58#post4464158

04-06-2012, 01:06 PM	#14
hopped up Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: los angeles,ca Posts: 3,617	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 great buy !! i agree put a qjet and hei and youll be doing waau better than me in the mileage dept. that 700r4 will def be a help with that. Posted via Mobile Device

04-06-2012, 02:40 PM	#15
BigRed76 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Loveland, CO Posts: 1,921	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 My first plan is an HEI of course, and recommendations on what brand to buy?? Next big thing will be a wiring kit for the torque converter lockup on the 700R4. Do you guys really think a Qjet will be more fuel efficient than the 2 barrel? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB



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50bomb Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Hemet,Ca Posts: 1,502	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 Great deal. Enjoy

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RCbowtie69 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Thomasville, NC Posts: 1,877	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 Nice buy for $600.00,looks like you got something to work with.Keep on Truckin' __________________ My Truck: 2.5 drop front, 4 & 5/8 in rear, 350cubic in. been bored .60 over, 700r4 (soon), 3 speed (on tree for now).rims & tires size,15x8 ralleys 5 on 5,P275/60R15. Members I have met: Pickupman, 1972 Super Cheyenne, Stepside,Chis Mc Bride. tsnow67,joel.e,

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danw210 69 K20 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Elizabethtown, KY Posts: 426	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 You stole that one for $600!

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MagmaJct Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 281	Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10 I like the stock look of the engine room. I'm curious about the fan setup. I've got a mostly stock `71 as well that has been in the family for decades. I believe mine has a 5 blade fan, with fan clutch and shroud. So I'm questioning whether your fan setup is stock, if so, perhaps someone can explain why there is such a difference? __________________ I own 3 classic vehicles. 1971 LWB C10 Deluxe. 1974 VW Super Beetle. 1971 VW Fastback. The C10 and the Super Beetle run, the Fastback is just not there yet! Please visit my Super Beetle and Fastback profile on TheSamba.

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