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C10USARMY · 11-10-2009, 04:06 PM

Hey guys

I bought my first pick-up a few weeks ago & have been doing a few jobs on it. I have a few questions i hope you guys can answer. I have a '79 C10 fleetside 2 wheel drive, ex-us army.

1:How often should the oil in the rear diff be changed & what type is it?

2:The sterring wheel has some play in it & i need to get it sorted. Whats the easiest way to solve this?

3: WHats a good place to get cheap spares from?

Thanks

I'll get some pics up as soon as i can

Jamie

msgross · 11-10-2009, 04:12 PM

My #1. Welcome to the board...

Your #1. oil in the rear lasts a long time, it should be changed if submerged in water (docking a boat on a triler) or every 100,000 miles (just a guess). Should use 90W gear lube, if it has a posi then it needs an additive added.

#2. Probably the tie rod ends and ball joints on the truck. Check to see if the play is in the steering box or linkage to the wheels, have a buddy help by turning the wheel while you watch the parts move. The steering box can be rebuilt if needed.

#3. Cheap spares? like tires? or parts?

C10USARMY · 11-10-2009, 04:28 PM

Hey

The play seems to be between the wheel & somewhere where it goes in to the bulk head. The steering box is new & there is no play that end. A mate has sat in & turned the wheel but there was no play under the hood. Thoughts??

Thanks for the info on the oil, as for parts i just meant general parts i.e suspension, electrics, etc. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

**old Rusty C10** · 11-10-2009, 04:36 PM

its just a shaft through the column... unless the steering wheel itself is n o good... pull the horn cover and see if there is play in there

msgross · 11-10-2009, 04:39 PM

do you have a tilt wheel? if so then some of the bolts could be loose inside...

I think O'reilly auto parts or advanced auto ships overseas, not sure though..

westie 666 · 11-10-2009, 08:45 PM

Most of the major auto parts stores ship overseas, but you must remember the it is very expensive, you are best to find a local auto restoration store or even dismantler (we have them in New Zealand) and order parts through them.

Another way is to join a hot rod or custom car club that is dedicated to American cars, they will be able to put you in touch with people that import and sell parts or even club members that have parts for sale. That has worked for me here.

79gmcc15 · 11-10-2009, 09:09 PM

Check to see if the frame where the steering box is held is not cracked. It is very common and will cause play. Welcome to the board
Check the regonal area and see how they get parts. Good luck!

11-10-2009, 04:36 PM	#4
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,313	Re: Few questions from a first time C10 owner in the UK! its just a shaft through the column... unless the steering wheel itself is n o good... pull the horn cover and see if there is play in there __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

11-10-2009, 04:39 PM	#5
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Few questions from a first time C10 owner in the UK! do you have a tilt wheel? if so then some of the bolts could be loose inside... I think O'reilly auto parts or advanced auto ships overseas, not sure though.. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

11-10-2009, 08:45 PM	#6
westie 666 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: AUCKLAND NZ Posts: 264	Re: Few questions from a first time C10 owner in the UK! Most of the major auto parts stores ship overseas, but you must remember the it is very expensive, you are best to find a local auto restoration store or even dismantler (we have them in New Zealand) and order parts through them. Another way is to join a hot rod or custom car club that is dedicated to American cars, they will be able to put you in touch with people that import and sell parts or even club members that have parts for sale. That has worked for me here. __________________ 77 Cheyenne no longer in bits

11-10-2009, 09:09 PM	#7
79gmcc15 Gettin It One Pice At A Time Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: everett, washington Posts: 2,688	Re: Few questions from a first time C10 owner in the UK! Check to see if the frame where the steering box is held is not cracked. It is very common and will cause play. Welcome to the board Check the regonal area and see how they get parts. Good luck! __________________ RIP ELJAY Work In Progress 1979 GMC C1500 Trailering Special. Getting the truck done, one piece at a time. “You can tell a lot about a fellow’s character by his way of eating jellybeans.”Ronald Reagan “I don’t know the key to success but I know the key to failure is trying to please everybody.” Bill Cosby

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11-10-2009, 04:06 PM	#1
C10USARMY Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: UK Posts: 2	Few questions from a first time C10 owner in the UK! Hey guys I bought my first pick-up a few weeks ago & have been doing a few jobs on it. I have a few questions i hope you guys can answer. I have a '79 C10 fleetside 2 wheel drive, ex-us army. 1:How often should the oil in the rear diff be changed & what type is it? 2:The sterring wheel has some play in it & i need to get it sorted. Whats the easiest way to solve this? 3: WHats a good place to get cheap spares from? Thanks I'll get some pics up as soon as i can Jamie

11-10-2009, 04:12 PM	#2
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: Few questions from a first time C10 owner in the UK! My #1. Welcome to the board... Your #1. oil in the rear lasts a long time, it should be changed if submerged in water (docking a boat on a triler) or every 100,000 miles (just a guess). Should use 90W gear lube, if it has a posi then it needs an additive added. #2. Probably the tie rod ends and ball joints on the truck. Check to see if the play is in the steering box or linkage to the wheels, have a buddy help by turning the wheel while you watch the parts move. The steering box can be rebuilt if needed. #3. Cheap spares? like tires? or parts? __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer" Last edited by msgross; 11-10-2009 at 04:14 PM.

11-10-2009, 04:28 PM	#3
C10USARMY Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: UK Posts: 2	Re: Few questions from a first time C10 owner in the UK! Hey The play seems to be between the wheel & somewhere where it goes in to the bulk head. The steering box is new & there is no play that end. A mate has sat in & turned the wheel but there was no play under the hood. Thoughts?? Thanks for the info on the oil, as for parts i just meant general parts i.e suspension, electrics, etc. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks



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