71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Chev71 · 12-02-2012, 05:57 AM

So I finally decided to start working on my 71 C10, I've had this project since I was 20yrs old but never had the money or time because I work grave shift and go to school in the AM but it's about time!!*
I purchased this truck from my cousin 2years ago and finally planning to do a ground up restoration

I think it's about time, shes been lonely too long!!

It's a pretty straight body just need to replace both rockers.

Just started to tear it apart this week.

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*bk2life* · 12-02-2012, 10:59 AM

lookin at the pics, that truck is too nice to take apart. make it run, and drive it

Chev71 · 12-02-2012, 05:18 PM

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Originally Posted by bk2life

lookin at the pics, that truck is too nice to take apart. make it run, and drive it

Yeahh man it's a pretty straight truck I just have bigger plans for it

Thanks to Dave at Porterbuilt I ordered me some parts

Mild front drop member w/ power rack n pinion
Tubular control arms
Rear stage 2 kit deluxe kit
Gas assist hood hinges
Sway bar

Can't wait to get my first build started!
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gearys 5600 · 12-02-2012, 08:00 PM

Nice start...Are you going to leave the leaf spring rear?

Chev71 · 12-03-2012, 06:07 AM

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Nice start...Are you going to leave the leaf spring rear?

Thanks gearys, and nope I'm doing a small C-Notch with everything tubular and bags, the rear leaf is coming out.
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Tinkermc · 12-03-2012, 06:15 AM

some trucks aren't that nice when finished, welcome to the forum

Chev71 · 12-03-2012, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Tinkermc

some trucks aren't that nice when finished, welcome to the forum

Lol @tinkermc thanks and I know I've seen a couple! I'm shooting for a show quality truck. Doing allot of research because it's my first build and I don't wanna mess anything up. Wish me luck

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**67cheby** · 12-03-2012, 12:56 PM

Welcome, looking forward to your progress !

Chev71 · 12-05-2012, 05:23 AM

Thanks guys...
Well i finished taking the front end apart and took the cab to my friends shop to replace the rockers.
Also tacked the gas filler panel in place

)*
Got a little happy w/the palm sander tho hehe

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Chev71 · 12-05-2012, 02:15 PM

So the brown truck just came in *with all my Porterbuilt parts!!

Thanks Nate!!*
I was soo excited I had to take a pic ASAP!! 9 heavy ass boxes lol

Mild Drop member*
Stage 2 Front Kit
Gas Assisted Hood Hinges*
Stage 2 Rear Deluxe Kit

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Xeen · 12-05-2012, 05:54 PM

holy smokes you have more money in PB products than I do in my whole truck.

Chev71 · 12-05-2012, 06:19 PM

Still waiting on power rack & pinion, steering linkage kit and hose kit

Yeahh this stuff is pricey but decited to go all out on my build

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Steve-W · 12-05-2012, 07:54 PM

Damn that PB stuff looks great..I don't have the money, but I'll still check it out just for the fun of it.

I'll be following your progress, keep it up!

Chev71 · 12-05-2012, 08:30 PM

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Damn that PB stuff looks great..I don't have the money, but I'll still check it out just for the fun of it.

I'll be following your progress, keep it up!

Yeahh man the welds and fab work is badass!!
Can't wait to mock it all up and send frame to get powdercoated. Still debating on color of frame and truck lol

Also what do you what big break kit do you guys recommend?
Im also looking for a 12bolt rear diff going 3.73 limited slip
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Chev71 · 12-11-2012, 06:02 AM

So talked to Dave from porterbuilt today, the rest of my parts should be arriving soon

so much stuff I don't even know where to start haha
My buddy already replaced both rockers on the cab and sent it to get sandblasted sadly I couldn't get any pics he did it all do fast lol
It's a good thing I guess.. He wants to see it done as much as me

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SLOW POKE · 12-11-2012, 08:13 AM

After those PB pics, Im in!!!!

**67cheby** · 12-11-2012, 11:51 AM

WOW.....nice setup !

Chev71 · 12-11-2012, 12:33 PM

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Originally Posted by SLOW POKE

After those PB pics, Im in!!!!

PB FTW!!

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WOW.....nice setup !

Thanks, I just hope it's not too hard to install, gotta more research before mocking up the PB parts.
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**67cheby** · 12-11-2012, 12:41 PM

It is SIMPLE to install !

Chev71 · 12-11-2012, 01:33 PM

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It is SIMPLE to install !

Looks pretty simple just bolt on

67cheby are you the guy to get Slosh Tubz from?
I'm going to be needing a pair soon

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**67cheby** · 12-11-2012, 01:44 PM

Yes sir, just hit me up when you are ready !

Chev71 · 12-11-2012, 03:55 PM

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Yes sir, just hit me up when you are ready !

I was born ready lol, I'll be contacting you once I start putting the front together, do u have them at hand or will I have to wait?
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**67cheby** · 12-11-2012, 03:59 PM

i usually have them built to order although this Thursday i am picking up an order and i will have one extra set i could send out ! LOL

Chev71 · 12-11-2012, 05:22 PM

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i usually have them built to order although this Thursday i am picking up an order and i will have one extra set i could send out ! LOL

Lol, it won't be that soon ill get at you in a couple weeks to have a set made. You going to be having any deals on the tubz soon?
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RWB-713 · 12-11-2012, 05:43 PM

Great lookin start you have! That PB stuff is pretty sweet man, glad to see you're steppin it up on your first build, excited to follow along!

12-02-2012, 05:57 AM	#1
Chev71 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Hughson CA Posts: 46	71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" So I finally decided to start working on my 71 C10, I've had this project since I was 20yrs old but never had the money or time because I work grave shift and go to school in the AM but it's about time!!* I purchased this truck from my cousin 2years ago and finally planning to do a ground up restoration I think it's about time, shes been lonely too long!! It's a pretty straight body just need to replace both rockers. Just started to tear it apart this week. Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device

12-02-2012, 10:59 AM	#2
bk2life Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: phx, az Posts: 868	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" lookin at the pics, that truck is too nice to take apart. make it run, and drive it

12-02-2012, 08:00 PM	#4
gearys 5600 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: tulsa,ok Posts: 1,085	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" Nice start...Are you going to leave the leaf spring rear? __________________ MY BUILD THREAD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=423629 1969 custom/10 swb--SOLD 1968 swb 50th anniv.--SOLD 1967 camaro ss/rs..LS-6-speed, 16-year long project 1956 chevy nomad 1955 chevy 210 2-dr sedan 1978 el-camino ss 1-owner

12-03-2012, 06:15 AM	#6
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" some trucks aren't that nice when finished, welcome to the forum

12-03-2012, 12:56 PM	#8
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" Welcome, looking forward to your progress ! __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

12-05-2012, 05:23 AM	#9
Chev71 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Hughson CA Posts: 46	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" Thanks guys... Well i finished taking the front end apart and took the cab to my friends shop to replace the rockers. Also tacked the gas filler panel in place )* Got a little happy w/the palm sander tho hehe Posted via Mobile Device

12-05-2012, 02:15 PM	#10
Chev71 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Hughson CA Posts: 46	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" So the brown truck just came in with all my Porterbuilt parts!! Thanks Nate!! I was soo excited I had to take a pic ASAP!! 9 heavy ass boxes lol Mild Drop member* Stage 2 Front Kit Gas Assisted Hood Hinges* Stage 2 Rear Deluxe Kit Posted via Mobile Device

12-05-2012, 05:54 PM	#11
Xeen Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Topeka Kansas Posts: 2,655	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" holy smokes you have more money in PB products than I do in my whole truck. __________________ Please call me Brian. Check out My 1972 SWB Fleetside 5.3L Vortec Restomod Build

12-05-2012, 06:19 PM	#12
Chev71 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Hughson CA Posts: 46	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" Still waiting on power rack & pinion, steering linkage kit and hose kit Yeahh this stuff is pricey but decited to go all out on my build Posted via Mobile Device

12-05-2012, 07:54 PM	#13
Steve-W Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Hoofddorp, the Netherlands Posts: 582	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" Damn that PB stuff looks great..I don't have the money, but I'll still check it out just for the fun of it. I'll be following your progress, keep it up! __________________ Feedback is always welcome! projects: 1969 Chevy C10 1950 GMC 100 1958 Chevy C60 Viking ratrod

12-11-2012, 06:02 AM	#15
Chev71 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Hughson CA Posts: 46	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" So talked to Dave from porterbuilt today, the rest of my parts should be arriving soon so much stuff I don't even know where to start haha My buddy already replaced both rockers on the cab and sent it to get sandblasted sadly I couldn't get any pics he did it all do fast lol It's a good thing I guess.. He wants to see it done as much as me Posted via Mobile Device

12-11-2012, 08:13 AM	#16
SLOW POKE Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 189	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" After those PB pics, Im in!!!! __________________ 68 Short step!!

12-11-2012, 11:51 AM	#17
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" WOW.....nice setup ! __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

12-11-2012, 12:41 PM	#19
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" It is SIMPLE to install ! __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

12-11-2012, 01:44 PM	#21
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" Yes sir, just hit me up when you are ready ! __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172



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12-11-2012, 03:59 PM	#23
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" i usually have them built to order although this Thursday i am picking up an order and i will have one extra set i could send out ! LOL __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

12-11-2012, 05:43 PM	#25
RWB-713 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Aztec,NM Posts: 178	Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER" Great lookin start you have! That PB stuff is pretty sweet man, glad to see you're steppin it up on your first build, excited to follow along! __________________ *" I strive for a level of perfection that I do not possess the skillset to achieve. "* Ariel <> '67 C10 Shorty Stepside * Build On Hold * First Ride <> '81 C10 Long Fleet * Current Project *

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