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yalpngulp · 12-10-2011, 12:07 PM

Ok, I have decided to start a build thread of my 66 C20, that is being converted to a C10. If you are into original trucks, this is not the thread for you lol. It is getting many custom touches along the way. I bought this truck last spring and have been chipping away at it since, so I'll try to get this post up to date. The first pics are from the original sale ad that I bought it from.

Some modifications so far are:
automatic tranny
1/2 ton axle conversion
2 1/2" dropped spindles
front disc brakes
2" lowering blocks on rear
suicide side swing tailgate with actuator to open at the push of a button
shaved stake holes
class 3 hitch hiding behind a homemade rollpan with custom taillights
shaved stock taillights
custom grille (modified from a gmc grille)
HID headlights and custom lenses

Upcoming mods:
flush mount steel tonneau cover with actuators to open
front flip hood
helper airbags
bucket seats
custom console
tilt auto column from late 70's van
custom front rollpan
smoothie tailgate
front and rear sway bars
20" Riddler wheels

The truck is going to be used to tow my car hauler to the track. So it's for show and tow so I'm keeping the 3/4 suspension with helper springs

yalpngulp · 12-10-2011, 12:15 PM

I have a not so professional photochop of the finished product, other than the ride height will be a bit higher than the pic. Also, are some more pics of the original ad and the 20" wheels I bought for it

yalpngulp · 12-10-2011, 12:31 PM

I guess I'll start with the swing-out tailgate since I've spent more time on that than anything else. I wanted to do this truck low budget so I made my own hinges from 1 1/2 x 1/4" steel for the arms, 2" square tubing for the base and then I just used 5/8 round tubing that I drilled to size for the bushings. This drawing is an overhead view of the setup. I've seen people inquire as to how it can be done so I wanted to share.

bubba327 · 12-10-2011, 12:21 PM

Looks like a sound truck to start a project with. Is it an original Canadian truck or one that has moved north?? It appears to be in pretty straight condition.
Take lots of pictures and we will follow along with you and your progress

yalpngulp · 12-10-2011, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by bubba327

Looks like a sound truck to start a project with. Is it an original Canadian truck or one that has moved north?? It appears to be in pretty straight condition.
Take lots of pictures and we will follow along with you and your progress

It is a Canadian truck from Niagara Falls, It was used on a peach farm to haul fruit to the Toronto market. Only summer driven and stored in the winter so it survived very well. I haven't taken alot of pics so far but i will do for the rest of the build for everyone to see as well as myself in the end, if there ever is an end lol

yalpngulp · 12-10-2011, 12:47 PM

The bed I want to do will be the smooth stainless strips with a flush mounted gas filler. I have a tank from a swap meet for a 70 or 71 Mustang. that measures up to be perfect for the frame rails. The cap is an aftermarket popup Harley Davidson cap. Like the on in the pic

piratexpress1369a · 08-21-2012, 02:20 PM

any updates ..where in ontario are you

CRGRS 66 · 08-21-2012, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by piratexpress1369a

any updates ..where in ontario are you

x2, and x2

yalpngulp · 08-30-2012, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by piratexpress1369a

any updates ..where in ontario are you

I live near Oshawa.

I have a ton of updates...I never really got any feedback through this thread so I figured nobody was interested in what I was building.

I will try to post and catchup on what has been done.

Here is pics from last month.

I'll keep posting to catch up as I can

yalpngulp · 08-30-2012, 11:43 AM

Here is a pic of the airbags installed. The tailgate Frame is roughed out for the suicide swing gate.

yalpngulp · 08-30-2012, 11:48 AM

Starting Paint.

yalpngulp · 08-30-2012, 11:52 AM

more paint and box is on.

CRGRS 66 · 09-03-2012, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by yalpngulp

I never really got any feedback through this thread so I figured nobody was interested in what I was building.

Just a little feedback for ya, to let you know I am following along

yalpngulp · 09-06-2012, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by CRGRS 66

Just a little feedback for ya, to let you know I am following along

I appreciate that.

kikkegek · 08-30-2012, 12:51 PM

damn, car looks killer....cant waite for the updates...any info on those headlights? I Kind of like the blueish color they have.

yalpngulp · 08-30-2012, 01:00 PM

I got the headlights from a local rice rocket shop tooltymecarstuff.ca , they were only $40 each. Then I added 8000k HID lights to them. I also hooked relays on the wiring for extra power so not to draw too much to the stock wiring. I have seen the blue lights online before.

Dinos63 · 08-30-2012, 01:18 PM

Cool stuff nice work!!

CRGRS 66 · 08-30-2012, 02:16 PM

looking good! you have been a busy boy!
Have you been dealing with Bill's at all?

yalpngulp · 08-30-2012, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by CRGRS 66

looking good! you have been a busy boy!
Have you been dealing with Bill's at all?

he makes alot of money from me lol

piratexpress1369a · 08-31-2012, 11:48 AM

nice job ..love the tail gate..is that gun metal on the grill . have you taking it out for a spin yet

yalpngulp · 08-31-2012, 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by piratexpress1369a

nice job ..love the tail gate..is that gun metal on the grill . have you taking it out for a spin yet

thanks. yes the grill is gunmetal. I took it to a car show last week, I had a couple of issues with it, but they're resolved now.

The truck hasn't been on the road since 1980, so she's bound to have a few problems.

LostMy65 · 09-03-2012, 09:27 PM

Now I've seen it... Now I know....
I was thinking of doing this, and now that I've seen it, now I know it'll look good.
My GMC grill is chrome, so I'll probably do Polished Stainless Steel Rods or Polished Aluminum Rods.

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thepartsguy · 09-03-2012, 09:45 PM

what size tires are those?

yalpngulp · 09-06-2012, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by thepartsguy

what size tires are those?

245/45/20 on front and 275/40/20 on rear

yalpngulp · 09-06-2012, 11:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thepartsguy

what size tires are those?

245/45/20 on front and 275/40/20 on rear

12-10-2011, 12:07 PM	#1
yalpngulp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Ontario Posts: 26	66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom Ok, I have decided to start a build thread of my 66 C20, that is being converted to a C10. If you are into original trucks, this is not the thread for you lol. It is getting many custom touches along the way. I bought this truck last spring and have been chipping away at it since, so I'll try to get this post up to date. The first pics are from the original sale ad that I bought it from. Some modifications so far are: automatic tranny 1/2 ton axle conversion 2 1/2" dropped spindles front disc brakes 2" lowering blocks on rear suicide side swing tailgate with actuator to open at the push of a button shaved stake holes class 3 hitch hiding behind a homemade rollpan with custom taillights shaved stock taillights custom grille (modified from a gmc grille) HID headlights and custom lenses Upcoming mods: flush mount steel tonneau cover with actuators to open front flip hood helper airbags bucket seats custom console tilt auto column from late 70's van custom front rollpan smoothie tailgate front and rear sway bars 20" Riddler wheels The truck is going to be used to tow my car hauler to the track. So it's for show and tow so I'm keeping the 3/4 suspension with helper springs Attached Images

12-10-2011, 12:15 PM	#2
yalpngulp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Ontario Posts: 26	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom I have a not so professional photochop of the finished product, other than the ride height will be a bit higher than the pic. Also, are some more pics of the original ad and the 20" wheels I bought for it Last edited by yalpngulp; 12-10-2011 at 12:21 PM.

12-10-2011, 12:31 PM	#3
yalpngulp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Ontario Posts: 26	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom I guess I'll start with the swing-out tailgate since I've spent more time on that than anything else. I wanted to do this truck low budget so I made my own hinges from 1 1/2 x 1/4" steel for the arms, 2" square tubing for the base and then I just used 5/8 round tubing that I drilled to size for the bushings. This drawing is an overhead view of the setup. I've seen people inquire as to how it can be done so I wanted to share. Attached Images

12-10-2011, 12:21 PM	#4
bubba327 HOW long until spring?? Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Star Idaho Posts: 1,413	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom Looks like a sound truck to start a project with. Is it an original Canadian truck or one that has moved north?? It appears to be in pretty straight condition. Take lots of pictures and we will follow along with you and your progress __________________ 69 chevelle convertible 71-C-10 short-wide and low 64 C-10 custom shortbox "Bubba"s Recycling project"

12-10-2011, 12:47 PM	#6
yalpngulp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Ontario Posts: 26	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom The bed I want to do will be the smooth stainless strips with a flush mounted gas filler. I have a tank from a swap meet for a 70 or 71 Mustang. that measures up to be perfect for the frame rails. The cap is an aftermarket popup Harley Davidson cap. Like the on in the pic Attached Images

08-21-2012, 02:20 PM	#7
piratexpress1369a Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Selkirk Ontario Canada Posts: 1,141	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom any updates ..where in ontario are you __________________ My 63 GMC Panel Slow Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post5457281 63

08-30-2012, 11:43 AM	#10
yalpngulp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Ontario Posts: 26	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom Here is a pic of the airbags installed. The tailgate Frame is roughed out for the suicide swing gate. Attached Images

08-30-2012, 11:48 AM	#11
yalpngulp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Ontario Posts: 26	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom Starting Paint. Attached Images

08-30-2012, 11:52 AM	#12
yalpngulp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Ontario Posts: 26	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom more paint and box is on. Attached Images

08-30-2012, 12:51 PM	#15
kikkegek Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Netherlands, The Hague Posts: 1,520	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom damn, car looks killer....cant waite for the updates...any info on those headlights? I Kind of like the blueish color they have. __________________ My dreamride / project:1977 GMC C15 Suburban In storage: Monster - 1974 GMC Suburban 25hundred Sold : Chevrolet Suburban K20 Silverado 1986 Guide: real HID projectors for 4x6 headlights link: DIY LED TAILLIGHTS

08-30-2012, 01:00 PM	#16
yalpngulp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Ontario Posts: 26	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom I got the headlights from a local rice rocket shop tooltymecarstuff.ca , they were only $40 each. Then I added 8000k HID lights to them. I also hooked relays on the wiring for extra power so not to draw too much to the stock wiring. I have seen the blue lights online before.

08-30-2012, 01:18 PM	#17
Dinos63 chevy only Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,619	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom Cool stuff nice work!! __________________ CHEVY ONLY... Nothin Else !

08-30-2012, 02:16 PM	#18
CRGRS 66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,771	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom looking good! you have been a busy boy! Have you been dealing with Bill's at all? __________________ Craigerrr My build thread, CRGRS 66 Winter Build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...09#post5638709

08-31-2012, 11:48 AM	#20
piratexpress1369a Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Selkirk Ontario Canada Posts: 1,141	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom nice job ..love the tail gate..is that gun metal on the grill . have you taking it out for a spin yet __________________ My 63 GMC Panel Slow Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post5457281 63

09-03-2012, 09:27 PM	#22
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,530	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom Now I've seen it... Now I know.... I was thinking of doing this, and now that I've seen it, now I know it'll look good. My GMC grill is chrome, so I'll probably do Polished Stainless Steel Rods or Polished Aluminum Rods. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035



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09-03-2012, 09:45 PM	#23
thepartsguy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Kalispell, MT. Posts: 90	Re: 66 "Big Blue" Project - Custom what size tires are those? __________________ 63 C10 65 Chevy Custom Cab w/ Big Back Window 66 C30 72 skylark w/ 454 65 K10 May the bridges I burn light the way....

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