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dfusision001 · 10-24-2013, 02:54 PM

Hello, my name is Dan, and I purchased a 64 C10 a little south from me. The truck runs but needs a little work to get it road worthy. Its a 3 hour drive to pick it up, so I had a question: How long and wide is that truck? or a better question can be, would it fit in a 12' trailer? here's a pic and I appreciate any input, and plz b easy on me, Im so new to this!!!

1963c-10 · 10-24-2013, 03:26 PM

Welcome to the forum and congrats on the new truck. Longbed will be 127" wheel base....so 12' trailer will be tight, but it should fit. Short beds were 115"

Ta2Don · 10-24-2013, 04:20 PM

and Welcome aboard!!! This site has lots of great members and a ton of info...

Ask away and post lots of pics, we love pics

What are your plans???

Old Bleu · 10-24-2013, 08:10 PM

Welcome and congratulations! I got my '64 in May, and this site has or will get you most anything you'll need to know about your truck.

dfusision001 · 10-24-2013, 08:40 PM

Thanks everyone! yeah well my plans are to drive it and make it my own while i drive it. I want to lower it, and after spending some time on this site, I think I will cut the coils first until I can get some more cash to do flipped spindles and C notching it and what not... but im pretty excited bout it.
Im leaving it patina rat rod, i kinda like it that way, it has some serious character in the back tailgate and bed. I dont have many pics yet but will soon when I pick it up.
The interior is minty, seat bench is in great shape and so is the dash and door panels. Excited bout that...
Perhaps Ill just clear coat it after a wash...dont know if i should give it a polish then matte-clear... still thinking bout it, lets see... here is a pic of the front... its all i got for now...thx everyone!

**Captainfab** · 10-25-2013, 12:02 AM

Welcome to the forum Dan

Congrats on the new purchase. It looks to be in fairly good condition. The only rust I see is the lower rear of the fender. And I don't see any big dents.

A 12' trailer is going to be tight. Also keep in mind that these trucks weigh about 4200 lbs. So the weight capacity of the trailer needs to be considered.

mud.man.rj · 10-25-2013, 12:06 AM

Welcome Dan, sounds like your thinking already, keep it up, lots of cool things that can be done that don't cost a lot.

dfusision001 · 10-25-2013, 11:37 AM

Ok so one final question regarding transport, since Im still sorting out my options... Will the C10 fit in UHAUL's 6x12' Auto Transport Rental?

I ask because since its open on the sides, front and back it gives more room than a trailer with side bars... Anyone done this before?? Im really trying to pick up this truck this weekend!!!

66Submarine · 10-25-2013, 01:33 PM

I'm not sure it will; at best, it will be extremely tight. I use a common 7'x16' (approx.; actually about 80" wide, IIRC) dovetail car hauler as of right now. It shouldn't be hard to find one to borrow, or you may check with other rental places.

FWIW, here's a poor picture of the aforementioned 7x16 trailer with a long wheelbase stepside on it.

66Submarine · 10-25-2013, 01:47 PM

They say 79.25" max width on the website, so it's not actually a 6' wide trailer, and it should go on.

I say go fer it.

TJ's Chevy · 10-25-2013, 03:21 PM

Cool! Nice truck!

TopFuel1966 · 10-25-2013, 06:07 PM

I've moved mine on a UHaul auto transport a couple of times with no issues.

dfusision001 · 10-25-2013, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by TopFuel1966

I've moved mine on a UHaul auto transport a couple of times with no issues.

TopFuel, so u used the same as the pic above and it worked?? then BINGO!!!! Me getting ma Truck this SUNDAY!!!!

66Submarine, Its 6hr Round trip, Im going fer it, and hope this works!!!!!

T.J.MCCauley, Thx! cant wait to bring it home fellas!!!! Thx everyone for ure input, I promise to post a many pics sooooon!!!

dfusision001 · 10-27-2013, 12:07 PM

Been reading bout using Jeep springs to lower the rear, but I need clarification ( Newbie question) Is that Jeep REAR springs or front springs. I notice they are different, and Ive been reading how u cant cut certain springs cause of their shape. Sorry im sure this is simple but Im new to this...Im a VW guy and in old Vdubs we dont cut springs lol

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mud.man.rj · 11-02-2013, 03:21 PM

You don't see 17" steelies very often, good choice. What color are they going.

dfusision001 · 11-02-2013, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by mud.man.rj

You don't see 17" steelies very often, good choice. What color are they going.

Good question! I think Im going for chocolate brown... I was thinking tan, but I dont know how good they will look with whitewalls. Last option, the classic gloss black!

mud.man.rj · 11-02-2013, 09:45 PM

Good answer, guess the truck color depends also, all you can do is try a color and if not then another. Let us know how it works out.

dfusision001 · 11-05-2013, 09:41 PM

Here are some pics...feedback welcome!

Engine before the tune up... 350 v8 5.7

took the seat out for upholstery... and...the rust begins!

started degreasing the cab...before new tank install...

tank went in, but with old straps! new ones were a mission to put on! I like the OG look anyhow!

Tailgate...I love the patina/rust look!

dfusision001 · 11-05-2013, 09:47 PM

It got the tune up, new wires, cap n rotor, tranny oil, engine oil, nu water pump, upper and lower rad hoses, fuel filter!....this joker PURRRED like a wild cat when we turned the key!

I think Im gonna keep the patina look for now...truck OG color is dark blue, was resprayed that velvet green, which gives it a cool look... but Im not sure if Ill eventually take it down to the blue and satin clear coat it...or if I will just satin clear coat it as is....we'll see!

Tomorrow, I will cut rear and front springs...coil n half...but I got Jeep springs for the rear ( got the whole set front and back for $20 bucks!)

10-24-2013, 02:54 PM	#1
dfusision001 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: FL Posts: 52	Newbie with a '64 C10 Hello, my name is Dan, and I purchased a 64 C10 a little south from me. The truck runs but needs a little work to get it road worthy. Its a 3 hour drive to pick it up, so I had a question: How long and wide is that truck? or a better question can be, would it fit in a 12' trailer? here's a pic and I appreciate any input, and plz b easy on me, Im so new to this!!!

10-24-2013, 03:26 PM	#2
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 Welcome to the forum and congrats on the new truck. Longbed will be 127" wheel base....so 12' trailer will be tight, but it should fit. Short beds were 115" __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

10-24-2013, 04:20 PM	#3
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 and Welcome aboard!!! This site has lots of great members and a ton of info... Ask away and post lots of pics, we love pics What are your plans??? __________________ DON Proverbs 27:17 US Air Force Retarded errr Retired My '65 Stepper Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=533920 My '60 Rusty Patina Build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...66#post7402266 My '72 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...59#post7204359 SOLD

10-24-2013, 08:10 PM	#4
Old Bleu Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Loganville, GA Posts: 115	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 Welcome and congratulations! I got my '64 in May, and this site has or will get you most anything you'll need to know about your truck.

10-24-2013, 08:40 PM	#5
dfusision001 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: FL Posts: 52	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 Thanks everyone! yeah well my plans are to drive it and make it my own while i drive it. I want to lower it, and after spending some time on this site, I think I will cut the coils first until I can get some more cash to do flipped spindles and C notching it and what not... but im pretty excited bout it. Im leaving it patina rat rod, i kinda like it that way, it has some serious character in the back tailgate and bed. I dont have many pics yet but will soon when I pick it up. The interior is minty, seat bench is in great shape and so is the dash and door panels. Excited bout that... Perhaps Ill just clear coat it after a wash...dont know if i should give it a polish then matte-clear... still thinking bout it, lets see... here is a pic of the front... its all i got for now...thx everyone!

10-25-2013, 12:02 AM	#6
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 Welcome to the forum Dan Congrats on the new purchase. It looks to be in fairly good condition. The only rust I see is the lower rear of the fender. And I don't see any big dents. A 12' trailer is going to be tight. Also keep in mind that these trucks weigh about 4200 lbs. So the weight capacity of the trailer needs to be considered. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

10-25-2013, 12:06 AM	#7
mud.man.rj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Creighton Sask. Canada Posts: 4,121	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 Welcome Dan, sounds like your thinking already, keep it up, lots of cool things that can be done that don't cost a lot. __________________ 1987 Green n Green machine. 5.0 4spd std. 7" lift w 35's.

10-25-2013, 11:37 AM	#8
dfusision001 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: FL Posts: 52	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 Ok so one final question regarding transport, since Im still sorting out my options... Will the C10 fit in UHAUL's 6x12' Auto Transport Rental? I ask because since its open on the sides, front and back it gives more room than a trailer with side bars... Anyone done this before?? Im really trying to pick up this truck this weekend!!!

10-25-2013, 01:33 PM	#9
66Submarine Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Dallas, GA Posts: 1,497	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 I'm not sure it will; at best, it will be extremely tight. I use a common 7'x16' (approx.; actually about 80" wide, IIRC) dovetail car hauler as of right now. It shouldn't be hard to find one to borrow, or you may check with other rental places. FWIW, here's a poor picture of the aforementioned 7x16 trailer with a long wheelbase stepside on it. Attached Images __________________ 1965 C30 pickup 350/SM420/4.10's (daily driver) thread 1968 Impala 4 door sedan (future driver project) thread

10-25-2013, 01:47 PM	#10
66Submarine Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Dallas, GA Posts: 1,497	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 They say 79.25" max width on the website, so it's not actually a 6' wide trailer, and it should go on. I say go fer it. __________________ 1965 C30 pickup 350/SM420/4.10's (daily driver) thread 1968 Impala 4 door sedan (future driver project) thread

10-25-2013, 03:21 PM	#11
TJ's Chevy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 10,384	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 Cool! Nice truck! __________________ 1966 Chevy C10 "Project Two Tone" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=596643 1964 GMC "Crustine" semi-build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=665056 My youtube channel. Username "Military Chevy": https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_h...fzpcUXyK_5-uiw

10-25-2013, 06:07 PM	#12
TopFuel1966 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Menifee, CA Posts: 471	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 I've moved mine on a UHaul auto transport a couple of times with no issues.

10-27-2013, 12:07 PM	#14
dfusision001 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: FL Posts: 52	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 Been reading bout using Jeep springs to lower the rear, but I need clarification ( Newbie question) Is that Jeep REAR springs or front springs. I notice they are different, and Ive been reading how u cant cut certain springs cause of their shape. Sorry im sure this is simple but Im new to this...Im a VW guy and in old Vdubs we dont cut springs lol

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11-02-2013, 03:21 PM	#17
mud.man.rj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Creighton Sask. Canada Posts: 4,121	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 You don't see 17" steelies very often, good choice. What color are they going. __________________ 1987 Green n Green machine. 5.0 4spd std. 7" lift w 35's.

11-02-2013, 09:45 PM	#19
mud.man.rj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Creighton Sask. Canada Posts: 4,121	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 Good answer, guess the truck color depends also, all you can do is try a color and if not then another. Let us know how it works out. __________________ 1987 Green n Green machine. 5.0 4spd std. 7" lift w 35's.

11-05-2013, 09:41 PM	#20
dfusision001 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: FL Posts: 52	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 Here are some pics...feedback welcome! Engine before the tune up... 350 v8 5.7 took the seat out for upholstery... and...the rust begins! started degreasing the cab...before new tank install... tank went in, but with old straps! new ones were a mission to put on! I like the OG look anyhow! Tailgate...I love the patina/rust look! Last edited by dfusision001; 11-05-2013 at 09:52 PM.

11-05-2013, 09:47 PM	#21
dfusision001 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: FL Posts: 52	Re: Newbie with a '64 C10 It got the tune up, new wires, cap n rotor, tranny oil, engine oil, nu water pump, upper and lower rad hoses, fuel filter!....this joker PURRRED like a wild cat when we turned the key! I think Im gonna keep the patina look for now...truck OG color is dark blue, was resprayed that velvet green, which gives it a cool look... but Im not sure if Ill eventually take it down to the blue and satin clear coat it...or if I will just satin clear coat it as is....we'll see! Tomorrow, I will cut rear and front springs...coil n half...but I got Jeep springs for the rear ( got the whole set front and back for $20 bucks!) Last edited by dfusision001; 11-05-2013 at 09:53 PM.

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