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**Clyde65** · 11-01-2011, 10:40 AM

Welcome from Ft Worth!

I think it is way cool for guys to restore or rod-store the C20/30 trucks, not many on the road today at all.

rushingg149 · 11-01-2011, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by 72freak

What year you looking for?

1970 C30

72freak · 11-01-2011, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by rushingg149

1970 C30

I think all the ones I have are 67-68.

**slomotion** · 11-01-2011, 09:15 PM

Welcome aboard! Good looking project! Always glad to see another dually join the ranks!

rushingg149 · 11-01-2011, 09:17 PM

Is there a difference in the fender emblems for the different years? You might look at my pics to see if you have one. Thanks again & God Bless.

bobs409 · 11-02-2011, 06:26 AM

In this trucks case, it's from sitting for 23 years!

Last driven in 1987. Worst thing to do is let them sit outside like that. In my state, they rot from the ground up when sitting.

I'm giving it a second life.

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Originally Posted by rushingg149

I took a look at your wrecker, neat project, looks like you have a lot more rust to deal with than I do. It must be the salt that is used during the winter up there.

**RenoKeene** · 11-02-2011, 09:13 AM

Welcome from Central Florida!
That's a great truck...gotta love these road warriors.
I've got a winch on my bed and a wench on my motor!

rushingg149 · 11-03-2011, 09:09 AM

I would like to retain the 12' bed. Need suggestions on the maximum frame length with regards to pulling a travel trailer.

Frame extended 2' between cab and rear axle.
Axle to axle is 13', rear axle to ball hitch 6'2"

My concern is the rear axle acting as the fulcrum and possibly decreasing the front axle weight.
I have an extra chassis and I can utilize the frame to beef up mine. The bed was mounted on wood but I’m planning on utilizing steel along the frame between the can and rear axle to beef up the frame and to level out the bed. I’m also going to clean up the end of the frame and add extra bracing. I can cut off the bed length if need be but would rather not.

Does anyone have any engineering experience, concerns, or comments.
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rushingg149 · 11-03-2011, 09:24 AM

New fuel pump, rebuilt carburetor and it runs!!!!

Next tear down and refurbish.

**Palf70Step** · 11-03-2011, 12:41 PM

Cool running is always good!!

rushingg149 · 11-13-2011, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by rushingg149

More pctures of the project.

Does anyone know if the trim for the '68, '69 that runs low along the cab following the lines of the fender well will fit the '70?

OrangeCrush1970 · 11-16-2011, 07:33 PM

YES! C30's RULE!!!

72freak · 11-28-2011, 06:06 PM

C30's do rule! A little before and after of our last one. Racy would not really be the right word but....So TOUGH might!

rushingg149 · 01-12-2012, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by rushingg149

More pctures of the project.

Updating the project pictures. Thank God for automotive hydraulic lifts!!!!!

OrangeCrush1970 · 01-13-2012, 05:11 PM

That is so tough...we all need a tractor!

tanman722001 · 01-24-2012, 08:32 AM

Any updates??

rushingg149 · 01-24-2012, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by tanman722001

Any updates??

I've done some frame work (cutting, grinding, welding, chipping) but have not uploaded any picture yet. Still more to do before hanging the springs. I will upload picture soon.

stsalvage · 01-24-2012, 11:12 AM

Hay bob 409 got you druleling I see the same thing Wrecker possibility I know one of them steel flat bed dove tails would work on that baby

rushingg149 · 01-25-2012, 01:56 PM

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Originally Posted by rushingg149

I've done some frame work (cutting, grinding, welding, chipping) but have not uploaded any picture yet. Still more to do before hanging the springs. I will upload picture soon.

More pictures of the project. Added 16" frame from the '86 to the '70.

rushingg149 · 01-25-2012, 02:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rushingg149

More pictures of the project. Added 16" frame from the '86 to the '70.

Trying to upload pictures one more time.

rushingg149 · 02-07-2012, 09:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rushingg149

Trying to upload pictures one more time.

Update on frame work.

Added 2”x4”x3/16” tubing for the flat bed and utilized it to stiffen the frame and the 2’ foot splice at the center of the frame as well as the 16” I added to the tip of the frame.

Street Smart · 02-07-2012, 10:06 PM

HEAVY DUTY for sure! good luck with the build!

PAWS 72 · 02-10-2012, 01:08 AM

I have seen this one for a while at a car lot here at home. Saw this thread and thought i would get a pic.I think he is a little high on the price.

I am not associated with the seller.

**slomotion** · 02-10-2012, 07:41 AM

Just curious, (you knew someone had to ask

) what's "...a little high on the price"?

*Achevytruck* · 02-13-2012, 11:46 AM

Hey rushingg149 nice looking truck so far is your wheel base truck frame 157 inchs long , Paws 72 seems like to me they got that truck for a good deal fix up just to sell and asking 3 or 4 times what they paid for it

11-01-2011, 10:40 AM	#26
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery Welcome from Ft Worth! I think it is way cool for guys to restore or rod-store the C20/30 trucks, not many on the road today at all. __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

11-01-2011, 09:15 PM	#29
slomotion Old Duffer Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Maine Posts: 1,822	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery Welcome aboard! Good looking project! Always glad to see another dually join the ranks! __________________ '68 Short C20 Flatbed Dually w/ 292 4bbl, Langdon cast headers, and WC T5 trans. '81 G10 Shorty Van "Good judgement comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgement." Will Rogers "Under promise, then over achieve."

11-01-2011, 09:17 PM	#30
rushingg149 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Commerce, TX Posts: 75	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery Is there a difference in the fender emblems for the different years? You might look at my pics to see if you have one. Thanks again & God Bless.

11-02-2011, 09:13 AM	#32
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,029	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery Welcome from Central Florida! That's a great truck...gotta love these road warriors. I've got a winch on my bed and a wench on my motor! Attached Images __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

11-03-2011, 09:09 AM	#33
rushingg149 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Commerce, TX Posts: 75	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery I would like to retain the 12' bed. Need suggestions on the maximum frame length with regards to pulling a travel trailer. Frame extended 2' between cab and rear axle. Axle to axle is 13', rear axle to ball hitch 6'2" My concern is the rear axle acting as the fulcrum and possibly decreasing the front axle weight. I have an extra chassis and I can utilize the frame to beef up mine. The bed was mounted on wood but I’m planning on utilizing steel along the frame between the can and rear axle to beef up the frame and to level out the bed. I’m also going to clean up the end of the frame and add extra bracing. I can cut off the bed length if need be but would rather not. Does anyone have any engineering experience, concerns, or comments. Attached Images Attached Images

11-03-2011, 09:24 AM	#34
rushingg149 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Commerce, TX Posts: 75	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery New fuel pump, rebuilt carburetor and it runs!!!! Next tear down and refurbish.

11-03-2011, 12:41 PM	#35
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,251	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery Cool running is always good!! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

11-16-2011, 07:33 PM	#37
OrangeCrush1970 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Smyrna, GA Posts: 709	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery YES! C30's RULE!!! Attached Images __________________ *Rottenwood Garage* 1970...71...72 C1500 aka Orange aka Sideshow Bob 540 BB Straub Roller Cam, AFR Magnums, XP 950, TKO 600 2 Tons of Fun

11-28-2011, 06:06 PM	#38
72freak Rottenwood Garage Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Marietta, Georgia Posts: 4,321	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery C30's do rule! A little before and after of our last one. Racy would not really be the right word but....So TOUGH might! Attached Images __________________ 2004 Chevrolet Suburban C1500 2001 Chevrolet 2500HD Crew 6.0 1999 Harley Davidson Electra Glide 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Custom Camper "Dump Truck" 1972 Chevrolet C-20 Suburban "Big Green" 1969 Chevrolet C-50 Wedge Hauler "Leonidis" 1966 C-10 2x4 short fleet 327 4 speed "Race Truck" 1952 Plymouth Cranbrook "Rican" (my grandfathers) 1931 Ford Model A Coupe "Black Beauty" 1930 Ford Model A truck "Club Cab" 4x4 Rottenwood Garage and Speed Shop.....where everything must be racy! *It's not just a hobby..It's a LIFESTYLE!!!* Thanks for nothing Barrett-Jackson You cant fix stupid or teach accountability! Time wasters, looky Lous and tire kickers are everywhere!

01-13-2012, 05:11 PM	#40
OrangeCrush1970 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Smyrna, GA Posts: 709	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery That is so tough...we all need a tractor! __________________ *Rottenwood Garage* 1970...71...72 C1500 aka Orange aka Sideshow Bob 540 BB Straub Roller Cam, AFR Magnums, XP 950, TKO 600 2 Tons of Fun

01-24-2012, 08:32 AM	#41
tanman722001 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Mocksville,NC Posts: 419	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery Any updates?? __________________ 1991 GMC K2500 4X4 350/auto 1991 Chevy S10 ext cab. 1990 Chevy S10 1993 Chevy S10 Blazer 4dr 4.3 Vortex/Auto

01-24-2012, 11:12 AM	#43
stsalvage Scrapper 1 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Riverside Calif Posts: 1,649	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery Hay bob 409 got you druleling I see the same thing Wrecker possibility I know one of them steel flat bed dove tails would work on that baby

02-07-2012, 10:06 PM	#47
Street Smart Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Brooklyn N.Y. Posts: 819	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery HEAVY DUTY for sure! good luck with the build! __________________ 1967 GMC Suburban, Supercharged 6.2 LS with a 6l80e , my 11 second tow vehicle! pic in my profile 1987 GMC CrewCab Dually 6.0 LS/6L90e, new tow pig. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/gallery/...=74049&cat=500

02-10-2012, 01:08 AM	#48
PAWS 72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sheffield, ALA Posts: 2,471	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery I have seen this one for a while at a car lot here at home. Saw this thread and thought i would get a pic.I think he is a little high on the price. I am not associated with the seller. Attached Images

02-10-2012, 07:41 AM	#49
slomotion Old Duffer Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Maine Posts: 1,822	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery Just curious, (you knew someone had to ask ) what's "...a little high on the price"? __________________ '68 Short C20 Flatbed Dually w/ 292 4bbl, Langdon cast headers, and WC T5 trans. '81 G10 Shorty Van "Good judgement comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgement." Will Rogers "Under promise, then over achieve."



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02-13-2012, 11:46 AM	#50
Achevytruck Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Alva FL Posts: 197	Re: 1970 C30 flat bed delivery Hey rushingg149 nice looking truck so far is your wheel base truck frame 157 inchs long , Paws 72 seems like to me they got that truck for a good deal fix up just to sell and asking 3 or 4 times what they paid for it

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