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02-12-2017, 10:26 PM
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New To Site And To Chevy
Glad I found this site because I am going to need alot of advise going forward. I just got a 67 C-10 pickup a few days ago from a barn. In pretty good condition, but I will plan on starting the restoration in a few months. I need to do some research first, because I have never owned an old chevy truck. I have restored two 66 mustangs, a 67 ford truck and a jeep though. So I will be visiting this site often. Anything I need to know about my truck before I get started. It is a 2WD short bed, I think it has a 283 V8 and a 3OTT transmission. Got a little cancer on it in the usual places that will need some new metal; but other than that it is very straight and no dents. Bed is in great condition. Thanks in advance for your feedback.
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02-12-2017, 10:29 PM
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Location: Godley, TX
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
Post up some pics, we're full of opinions and hopefully some guidance. Welcome to the site! Is your swb a stepside or fleetside?
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02-12-2017, 10:32 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: Ca. <-> Ma.
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
You're gonna love this place.
Sounds like you have a pretty nice truck to start with. Post up some pictures. Ask all the questions you want. You will get very good feedback. |
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02-12-2017, 10:41 PM
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
Welcome!
Yes, definitely post pics. We love pics. |
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02-13-2017, 12:15 AM
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Location: El Dorado Ca
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
welcome, sounds like a great truck...can't wait to see some pics,
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02-13-2017, 02:49 PM
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Location: Reading,Pa.
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
Sounds like a nice one to start with..67,short bed,v-8,nice bed..all good stuff,welcome to the site..when it comes to questions or opinions on these trucks we have some very knowledgeable people here.
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02-13-2017, 03:24 PM
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Location: Brentwood, Tn
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
Welcome. I have a 67 also. Keep us posted.
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02-13-2017, 03:42 PM
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
It is a Fleetside. And I will post a photo as soon as I can figure out how to do that.
Thanks. |
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02-13-2017, 03:44 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2011
Location: Victoria, B.C
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
Welcome...and you've landed in the definitive spot for expertise on classic Chevy/GMC trucks.
As the guys mentioned....and as guys are, we are all about the pics....so when you get a chance post 'em up. Looking forward to seeing them given the fact of a swb/67'....pretty desireable truck! So welcome aboard. All good Coley
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02-13-2017, 07:39 PM
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
How the devil do you post a picture on here? Maybe new members do not have that authority for a while.
Last edited by the67Beast; 02-13-2017 at 07:42 PM. Reason: Attempting to add a photo |
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02-13-2017, 07:42 PM
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
Nevermind! I figured it out!
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02-13-2017, 07:58 PM
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Location: Ca. <-> Ma.
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
Looks like a very nice start!
A true barn find Is that dust, or rust on all the flat surfaces? Either way, a very cool truck Probably would be a nice patina, after a bath What are your plans? |
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02-13-2017, 08:15 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Gods country East,Tn
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
So Sorry to see it's in such terrible shape ! But since I'm a nice guy I will come over and give you your money back before your wife finds out ! Just Pm me your address and I'll LEAVE RIGHT NOW BEFORE SHE SEES IT IN YOUR YARD ! No sense getting divorced over an old rusty project truck ...
 I hope your plans are to keep that one as stock and original as possible !  This is a prime example of why you should buy your trucks in the southeast area . NEED MORE PICTURES , MANY MORE ! What do you want for it just the way it sits ? No need to wash it . Last edited by Grumpy old man; 02-13-2017 at 08:20 PM. |
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02-13-2017, 08:39 PM
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
awesome truck,looks like it has the nice rear factory step bumper..what a nice original piece down to hubcaps and stock mirror...I agree with Grumpy old man..i hope you keep it original...these trucks that have not been messed with in the condition yours appears to be in are golden......good luck with it..
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02-13-2017, 11:11 PM
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
Damn, that looks like a nice one.
You will get about a million opinions on what to do with it, so I'll throw one out there. Clean it up and drive it as is for a while. They are only original once.
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02-13-2017, 11:17 PM
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
Welcome. Be prepared to spend some $$$. There are so many great ideas and helpful hints and tips that you will spend some $$. great start you have there!!!
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02-13-2017, 11:49 PM
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Give it a bath, go over it with CLR, check out all of the safety stuff and drive the wheels off of it.... LockDoc
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02-13-2017, 11:55 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2017
Location: Chapin, SC
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
Yeah most of that is dust! A little surface rust and a little cancer in the normal areas. My immediate plans are to get it running and drive it as is and add some wider rally wheels. Got to do my research on which rally wheels will look the best cause it is has 6-lug wheels. I may lightly sand it and clear coat it as is.
Now the best part... and will make all of you mad... The old man gave me the truck for free just to get it out of his barn. Later plans will include an automatic tranny and a 383 stroker. No doubt I will be on this site alot to gather valuable information. |
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02-13-2017, 11:59 PM
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
Sounds like a good plan, and you can't beat the price!
A TKO 500 would be fun with that 383...
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ClusterTruck: 68 C10 Bought in 89, wrecked in 03. Slow low $ rebuild started '17. 6.0 & TKO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=788602 93 K1500 Short Step, 350, NV4500, EBL flash ECU. Vortec heads & roller cam someday... 05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 3” lift & 6-speed 02 E320 the insurance total “free car” 13 Tahoe LTZ |
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02-14-2017, 12:04 AM
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The Older Generation
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
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http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=573256 LockDoc
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02-14-2017, 11:40 AM
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
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Seriously tho', the moons have aligned for you and we are looking forward to its return to driveability stage...with pics of course. All good Coley
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....for some men, there is experience, skill and effort....for the others...there is visa and UPS LOL 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton (Florida- Red/white) 1972 Chevy 1/2 ton (California- Blue/white) 2005 Chevy Silverado HD2500/Duramax 2000 Dodge Ram 1500 |
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03-15-2017, 11:13 PM
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
how about an update? clean the dust off at least?
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03-15-2017, 11:25 PM
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This could be you someday: https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FedOxcrSU54/maxresdefault.jpg
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03-23-2017, 07:44 PM
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
OK I finally got a round to getting the dust cleaned off and got some rally wheels installed. Looks much, Much better now. Sorry it took me so long.
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03-23-2017, 07:49 PM
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Re: New To Site And To Chevy
Wow ,what a nice truck .
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