C30 dually project goes patina

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Some time ago, I found this C30 on a local craigs list type site. The truck was sold with the price including transport home from Texas, where it was at the time.
To begin with, I planned to use the frame to build a dually hot rod, and chuck the cab, or maybe transplant it on a cheap Scottsdale frame or something. To my surprise, I started liking the look of the little truck, and decided to try and get it running as is.

Here's a pic from the ad.

And another from when it came home.

It looked pretty sad, especially with two rear wheels removed to make it fit on the tow truck. Only three tires held any air.