70 CST....Deal or no deal. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

MESS-HALL · 02-22-2010, 07:25 PM

This is my latest acquisition and I feel like I did pretty good for $350.00. No motor, no trans.....but good, mostly rust free AC cab. There are a few problem spots but no major patch work needed. Cab mounts are solid.

Should I part out? It seems a waste. I've got access to a 425 caddy BB for next to nothing with only 50,000 original miles.....this really seems like the route to go. What do you guys think?

MESS-HALL · 02-22-2010, 07:27 PM

MESS-HALL · 02-22-2010, 07:28 PM

YIPPEE!!!!

These are all before pics..........as soon as it is above 50 degrees I'll scrub her down and post teh after pics, I know you guys like the "before" and "after" shots.

gatewood · 02-22-2010, 08:13 PM

Looks like a good deal to me.

rsavage · 02-22-2010, 08:15 PM

My vote is SAVE IT. Looks like a solid well optioned truck. Too good to part out any further. Nice find.

culp7 · 02-22-2010, 08:22 PM

SAVE IT!!!! keep another one of our trucks on the road!

It would be a sweet truck finshed up w/ a BB

Hottrucks · 02-22-2010, 08:26 PM

all I can say is see my build.........

**LockDoc** · 02-22-2010, 08:28 PM

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First thing I would do is pressure wash it inside and out, clean it up and see what it really looks like. That seems to be an unusual color combo (sans the blue) and pretty solid truck.

LockDoc

fishingjred73 · 02-22-2010, 08:36 PM

Stick the caddy in that baby!

Sinister · 02-22-2010, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by fishingjred73

Stick the caddy in that baby!

LOL, X2

Longhorn Man · 02-22-2010, 09:05 PM

scrub the crap off of it, polish it up, get rid of the blue roof, and slap the caddy motor in there. It should have a 3.07 gear in the rear which the cad motor will love.

MESS-HALL · 02-22-2010, 09:18 PM

Thank you very much for the positive responses gentlemen...........that is EXACTLY what I wanted to hear. I'll get back real soon with some pics after the power-wash/scrub. The way I look at it, there is always room for one more project.

Any tips on the 425 conversion?

psuautotechstudent · 02-23-2010, 02:56 AM

What you really need to do is send me that AC unit and Power steering setup... Nothing better than parallel parking on a hot summer day... But seriously, keep it!

**wancosc356** · 02-23-2010, 10:43 AM

Deal!!!

292farmer · 02-23-2010, 11:00 AM

i like the truck i dont have tips for the 425 caddy v8 but i think u should do it, the caddy v8 usually were pretty torquey, at least the 472 and 500 not sure same motor family. good luck!

**LockDoc** · 02-23-2010, 02:04 PM

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I think there is a thread on the caddy swap in the Engine and Drivetrain section of the FAQ Forum.

LockDoc

MESS-HALL · 02-23-2010, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by psuautotechstudent

What you really need to do is send me that AC unit and Power steering setup... Nothing better than parallel parking on a hot summer day... But seriously, keep it!

I like the parallel parking idea......but I'm a "roll em' down" kind of guy. We hit the upper 90's here just about every year here in AR that I can remember, but I have AC in my newer rides and rarely use it. And I like the look of a clean, uncluttered engine bay. Heat on the other hand......gotta have it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 292farmer

i like the truck i dont have tips for the 425 caddy v8 but i think u should do it, the caddy v8 usually were pretty torquey, at least the 472 and 500 not sure same motor family. good luck!

From what I have read in other threads on the topic.....the 425 is very torquey and it is in the same family as the 472's and 500's just less displacement. Good solid, high nickel blocks. Although, Caddy parts don't come too cheap.

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

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I think there is a thread on the caddy swap in the Engine and Drivetrain section of the FAQ Forum.

LockDoc

I think I read it.......I'll check again. But it seemed like when I clicked on a link with vital information, the site was down or it was an old unactive page.

Either way, I'll figure it out. It seems LongHornMan is the one holding all the keys. Most of the guys want the 500, LongHorn was the one advocating the 425 and its potential.

Thank you everyone for your input.

MESS-HALL · 02-23-2010, 06:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Hottrucks

all I can say is see my build.........

You gotta sweet 70 there.........and I really enjoyed your build thread. Just shows you dont' have to put a bunch of cash into one of these trucks to have a sweet ride. Kudos2U.

02-22-2010, 07:25 PM	#1
MESS-HALL Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Goshen, AR Posts: 150	70 CST....Deal or no deal. This is my latest acquisition and I feel like I did pretty good for $350.00. No motor, no trans.....but good, mostly rust free AC cab. There are a few problem spots but no major patch work needed. Cab mounts are solid. Should I part out? It seems a waste. I've got access to a 425 caddy BB for next to nothing with only 50,000 original miles.....this really seems like the route to go. What do you guys think? __________________ GROVE STREET CUSTOMS est. 2005 67' C10 LWB/350/T400 69' C10 SWB/454/T400 71' C10 LWB/383/ 72' C10 SWB/350/T350 15' Crew Silverado/6.2

02-22-2010, 07:27 PM	#2
MESS-HALL Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Goshen, AR Posts: 150	Re: 70 CST....Deal or no deal. __________________ GROVE STREET CUSTOMS est. 2005 67' C10 LWB/350/T400 69' C10 SWB/454/T400 71' C10 LWB/383/ 72' C10 SWB/350/T350 15' Crew Silverado/6.2

02-22-2010, 07:28 PM	#3
MESS-HALL Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Goshen, AR Posts: 150	Re: 70 CST....Deal or no deal. YIPPEE!!!! These are all before pics..........as soon as it is above 50 degrees I'll scrub her down and post teh after pics, I know you guys like the "before" and "after" shots. __________________ GROVE STREET CUSTOMS est. 2005 67' C10 LWB/350/T400 69' C10 SWB/454/T400 71' C10 LWB/383/ 72' C10 SWB/350/T350 15' Crew Silverado/6.2

02-22-2010, 08:13 PM	#4
gatewood Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Oklahoma City, OK Posts: 7	Re: 70 CST....Deal or no deal. Looks like a good deal to me. Last edited by Longhorn Man; 02-22-2010 at 09:04 PM.

02-22-2010, 08:15 PM	#5
rsavage Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Alden NY Posts: 2,705	Re: 70 CST....Deal or no deal. My vote is SAVE IT. Looks like a solid well optioned truck. Too good to part out any further. Nice find. __________________ 1961 C1 Corvette 1959 El Camino 350 TPI, 9" 4 w disc 69 Blazer K5 - sold July '20 2021 Durango RT 5.7

02-22-2010, 08:22 PM	#6
culp7 HickTown Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: ANDOVER, Kansas Posts: 355	Re: 70 CST....Deal or no deal. SAVE IT!!!! keep another one of our trucks on the road! It would be a sweet truck finshed up w/ a BB __________________ 1993 Ford Mustang Vert w/ 2.3 1969 Chevy C/10 w/350 1968 Chevy C-20 w/250 1976 Dodge Aspen W/ 225 2000 Toyota Tundra w/4.7 1987 Dodge Ram D-100 w/360 255/70-15 ___________ (oo)══╬══(oo) ‾‾‾‾‾‾‾‾‾‾‾

02-22-2010, 08:26 PM	#7
Hottrucks Redefining LowBudget Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: lebanon Cow Hampshire Posts: 4,538	Re: 70 CST....Deal or no deal. all I can say is see my build......... __________________ 1970 C10 CST fleetside 472 ....big dreams little cash... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335721 SunShine Syndicate.. Mikes Sandwich Fair Run OCT 8th 2011 http://www.thesandwichfair.com/html/...auto_show.html

02-22-2010, 08:28 PM	#8
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,774	Re: 70 CST....Deal or no deal. - First thing I would do is pressure wash it inside and out, clean it up and see what it really looks like. That seems to be an unusual color combo (sans the blue) and pretty solid truck. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 02-22-2010 at 08:30 PM.

02-22-2010, 08:36 PM	#9
fishingjred73 Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: LOUISIANA Posts: 812	Re: 70 CST....Deal or no deal. Stick the caddy in that baby! __________________ James '68 Stepside (ground up in progress) My 68 build thread http://louisianaclassictruckclub.fre...side-t956.html '81 SWB "Pap paw" (Driver) The 81 build thread http://louisianaclassictruckclub.fre...-swb-t960.html Member of www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/296290610747732/

02-22-2010, 09:05 PM	#11
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: 70 CST....Deal or no deal. scrub the crap off of it, polish it up, get rid of the blue roof, and slap the caddy motor in there. It should have a 3.07 gear in the rear which the cad motor will love.

02-22-2010, 09:18 PM	#12
MESS-HALL Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Goshen, AR Posts: 150	Re: 70 CST....Deal or no deal. Thank you very much for the positive responses gentlemen...........that is EXACTLY what I wanted to hear. I'll get back real soon with some pics after the power-wash/scrub. The way I look at it, there is always room for one more project. Any tips on the 425 conversion? __________________ GROVE STREET CUSTOMS est. 2005 67' C10 LWB/350/T400 69' C10 SWB/454/T400 71' C10 LWB/383/ 72' C10 SWB/350/T350 15' Crew Silverado/6.2

02-23-2010, 02:56 AM	#13
psuautotechstudent Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Pittsburg, KS Posts: 39	Re: 70 CST....Deal or no deal. What you really need to do is send me that AC unit and Power steering setup... Nothing better than parallel parking on a hot summer day... But seriously, keep it! __________________ 1968 C10 250 I6 Last edited by psuautotechstudent; 02-23-2010 at 02:56 AM.

02-23-2010, 10:43 AM	#14
wancosc356 I Like Mine With No Shine! Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,705	Re: 70 CST....Deal or no deal. Deal!!! __________________ Michael 1967 Chevrolet C10 Short Fleet (Literal Ground Up....One Day) 2006 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 4x4 1969 Lincoln Continental Coupe Project FOR SALE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...ct=4578&cat=17 1981 Honda CM400 C Bobber SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384152

02-23-2010, 11:00 AM	#15
292farmer Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: stoddard nh Posts: 693	Re: 70 CST....Deal or no deal. i like the truck i dont have tips for the 425 caddy v8 but i think u should do it, the caddy v8 usually were pretty torquey, at least the 472 and 500 not sure same motor family. good luck!

02-23-2010, 02:04 PM	#16
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,774	Re: 70 CST....Deal or no deal. - I think there is a thread on the caddy swap in the Engine and Drivetrain section of the FAQ Forum. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -



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