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printing is my trade
Join Date: May 2009
Location: San Antonio, Texas
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1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
Hey I want to introduce myself and the truck I just got. I've been wanting to get into this hobby for many years but haven't had the means. I still don't have the means but I'm gonna figure how to do it anyway. I picked up this truck from a guy on Craigslist for $1500. I was able to drive it home (barely). Good thing I bought it 4 miles away from my home.
I'll probably start a build thread since I plan to remove all parts down to the frame and recondition or replace everything. I want to do as much of this myself as possibleAnd I want to chronicle the entire project. I really don't know a lot about working about on vehicles but I am a technician in a print shop so I am not intimidated when it comes to taking things apart and repairing them. I'm going to try to budget roughly $500 per month and 10-15 hours per week. But we'll see how that goes. I also will be doing the majority of the work in the backyard because the garage is off limits unfortunately. |
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Between Trucks...
Join Date: Mar 2002
Location: Los Angeles, CA.
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
Sweet, looks like a solid start. Good luck with it.
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...just another truck junkie..
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Location: Watertown, SD
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
That does look nice a decent truck to start with. There are a few things to remember. First, take a ton of pictures as you tear things apart. Those are great when you are trying to put things back together and can't remember what goes where. Also, invest in an assembly manual. Many places carry them and they are quite handy. Finally, as you work on your truck you will find times where you get discouraged by a lack of progress. It all takes time, and even if you are only working on small things try and do a little something each week. Basically, keep your eye on the eventual goal. Good luck with your truck!
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The Red Menace
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Roseburg, OR
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
Looks like a solid start! Are you going to keep the 71/72 grille or go back to the 69/70?
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1971 Custom 10 - 350/350TH - Pwr steering, gauges, Chrome front bumper, Chrome hubcaps, Door edge guards, HD rear springs (current) 1968 C-20 Custom Camper - 350/350TH (orig 327), Pwr steering & brakes, gauges w/tach (former) 1968 C-20 - 307/3sp column (Dad's when I was a kid) "Driving is like coloring. Things get messy if you can't stay inside the lines." |
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printing is my trade
Join Date: May 2009
Location: San Antonio, Texas
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
red71,
I never considered that they differ. See I already learned something. I hadn't even thought about the grill until you mentioned it. But since you mentioned it, the 71/72 has got to go. I don;t like the turn signal lights hiding behind the grill. I'll have to find the 69/70 eventually. |
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Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: South Florida
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
First of all Welocme from Miami. It is not as hard as people think number one what is really hard is staying motivated to finish it. I have seen too many people tear things up and then get overwhelmed. Prepare your self a list of what you want to do exactly and do it in process of elimination is what I do..
good luck!!!
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Join Date: May 2007
Location: Buffalo MN
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
welcome from MN
you mentioned that you dont like the turn signals being behind the grille, the turn signals for 71-72's are suposed to be mounted in the front bumper looks like a great start and good luck
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Trial and Error, its expensive but its a mistake i most likely wont make again 1971 chevy k10 custom deluxe http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=341257 1968 chevy k/10 fleet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=334731 1948 desoto custom coupe fluid drive(family heirloom) |
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Join Date: May 2007
Location: Buffalo MN
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
red71c10 beat me to it
sweet deal on that step bed ![]()
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Trial and Error, its expensive but its a mistake i most likely wont make again 1971 chevy k10 custom deluxe http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=341257 1968 chevy k/10 fleet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=334731 1948 desoto custom coupe fluid drive(family heirloom) |
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The Red Menace
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Roseburg, OR
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
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1971 Custom 10 - 350/350TH - Pwr steering, gauges, Chrome front bumper, Chrome hubcaps, Door edge guards, HD rear springs (current) 1968 C-20 Custom Camper - 350/350TH (orig 327), Pwr steering & brakes, gauges w/tach (former) 1968 C-20 - 307/3sp column (Dad's when I was a kid) "Driving is like coloring. Things get messy if you can't stay inside the lines." |
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printing is my trade
Join Date: May 2009
Location: San Antonio, Texas
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
Since we're changing grills and I prefer stepside over fleet so I got this this morning. It was only $200. The guy doesn't like steppers and he wanted it gone quick so he even delivered it to me! (which is great since I have no trailer!)
Look close and notice the old airforce stenciled on lettering! big_al, thanks for the advise. I learned a little about getting overwhelmed when I tear those machines apart at work (lots of really small parts and unique tools) |
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Tot Roddin'
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Mid-MO
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
Welcome to the board, and what a great project. That stepper is in excellent shape, what a steal!
Good luck with the build!
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-Nate ![]() 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 05-16-2009 at 11:00 PM. |
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
Well you now have some of your project in the garage. That didn't take long now did it?
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printing is my trade
Join Date: May 2009
Location: San Antonio, Texas
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
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Haha. We have a city brush/junk collection crew that comes by about every 6 months. And around that time is when the metal recycler guys start marauding the streets with there huge trailers grabbing anything made of metal. I just didn't want them to confuse it for junk! |
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
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ENGINE BUILDER
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Shortsville n.y.
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
Nice truck to start with. You got a stepside bed for HOW MUCH??? you STOLE IT!!!!!!! FREE DELIVERY TOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
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printing is my trade
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I am a Referee of life.
Join Date: Jun 2000
Location: Greensboro N.C.
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
Welcome to the BB.Looks like a great project.As you source parts try out some of the BB Vendors,they are usually cheaper or at least competetive with the big chains and have better customer service to boot.Get a LMC catalog also,it will have great reference photos on how stuff goes together,though they usually have slighly higher pricing..
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Re: 1970 C10 Just Gettin Started
Nice pickup on the step bed. You should be able to recoup your $$ when you sell the fleetside one. Gonna be a cool project.
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printing is my trade
Join Date: May 2009
Location: San Antonio, Texas
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