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1985K10 · 02-02-2006, 08:47 PM

I decieded to restore my 77 GMC K1500 Royal Sierra...I ordered up floors, cab supports, rockers, and cab corners. The bed is junk,doors are shot, fenders are junk, and im gonna try to save the hood and rad. support. The frame is in very good condition, 116K on the 400 and TH350-NP203. Im gonna rebuild the 400, put in a 700R4-NP208. All new brakes, steering box and other parts, all new interior...

I plan on getting this done by August/September

Think its possible??? I've got a lot of work ahead...take a look.

C-10volvo · 02-02-2006, 09:10 PM

good luck!!!!

are you sure you are spending your time right? it may be easier to find another truck

1985K10 · 02-02-2006, 10:35 PM

Well...I have two other parts cabs in better condition, both 2WD, but both not a Royal sierra(kinda rare model, although nothing special). I know it would better easier, quicker, and prolly come out better to use a better cab, but I'm also learning how to weld(probably not the best thing to practice on)but ill start with the floors and supports and work my way out. If it doesnt come out well im losin a little sheet metal and time, but gaining experiance!

7T7 · 02-02-2006, 10:37 PM

You are a masochist!
But if you get it done that fast you will be a bad ass............masochist.

SanitysBane · 02-03-2006, 12:04 AM

Good luck!

**swervin ervin** · 02-03-2006, 12:08 AM

I also wish you good luck. Looks like you are going to need it.

79BIG10 · 02-03-2006, 01:12 AM

I think it is possible. Just let the family know that you won't be anywhere but the garage and work until it's done

Seriously I think it it possible with hard work and dedication. If you post pics on here on your progress we can help all we can on helping you.

What cab differences in there on a Royal Sierra? I thought there was only the badge emblems.

86 GMG · 02-03-2006, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by 1985K10

Well...I have two other parts cabs in better condition, both 2WD, but both not a Royal sierra(kinda rare model, although nothing special). I know it would better easier, quicker, and prolly come out better to use a better cab, but I'm also learning how to weld(probably not the best thing to practice on)but ill start with the floors and supports and work my way out. If it doesnt come out well im losin a little sheet metal and time, but gaining experiance!

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Ric83 · 02-03-2006, 12:41 PM

What one sets his mind to, one can achieve. Good luck to ya and keep us updated.

fade94 · 02-03-2006, 01:43 PM

I am planning on doing my 71 LWB truck in a months time. I have all the parts acquired now. I'll be cutting the bed down to a short, pulling the body off, cutting the frame down to a short, replacing my rockers, putting the body back on, installing my air, tilt and cruise. I think it's possible. I can cut the bed down and welded back together in a weekend. Pull the body off in less than a day. Replace the rockers over 3 days, cut the frame down in a weekend, put the body back on and get the air, tilt and cruise installed in a couple of days. It really helps that I have the equipment and the help of my son. We have done enough of these projects that it doesn't take us long at all. After the 68 Camaro I did, this truck is minor.

We put new quarters, tail and floors in this car.

1985K10 · 02-04-2006, 10:56 PM

Upadate!! Well, i got a late start today but heres what I got done....
Removed:Plow and all plow controls, pump,etc., bumper, grille & trim, headlight bezels, front valance, all front marker lights, wipers, seatbelts, kick-panels, trans tunnel cover thing, and the seat is loose.

Tommorrow i hope to remove hood, fenders & inners, bed, all ext. trim on the cab, and maybe dash pad and gauge bezel.

Does anyone know if theres a patch panel for here, and what its called??

Smokin85 · 02-04-2006, 11:09 PM

There should be a patch panel avalible for what you need.Its called an inner rockerpanel.Some replacement floor pans came with them.Good luck with the project.

Chevrolet4x4s · 02-06-2006, 09:58 PM

Hope you can pull it off.It should look great when you get it done.Good luck.
GET ER DONE

1985K10 · 02-06-2006, 10:20 PM

Well I picked up the inner rockers tonight...$11 a piece, they look like they are what i need. Im just waiting for my dad to take his cap off the bed...It wont fit it the garage with that on, and I dont think it will be fun working outside in 30 deg weather...

I did get the hood and fenders(and inners) with only 1 broken bolt, nothing a little heat, WD-40 and some Vise-grips couldnt solve!! Once the bed is off im gonna put the gas tank behind the cab with rubber lines so i can disconnect it and put it outside while welding....metal removal is almost complete, i cant wait to start adding it again!!

One question...has anyone ever bought Veng door shells?? they list for $156, $6 more than Goodmark, but w/o shipping costs...and if the Veng doors fit real bad, my buddy at Advance will let me return em. What do you guys think? Anyone know what GM doors(new) cost?

Sorry for the long post, Thanks guys!

Chevrolet4x4s · 02-07-2006, 10:56 PM

Becareful of the welding fumes

02-02-2006, 08:47 PM	#1
1985K10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CT Posts: 315	Im probably crazy but.... I decieded to restore my 77 GMC K1500 Royal Sierra...I ordered up floors, cab supports, rockers, and cab corners. The bed is junk,doors are shot, fenders are junk, and im gonna try to save the hood and rad. support. The frame is in very good condition, 116K on the 400 and TH350-NP203. Im gonna rebuild the 400, put in a 700R4-NP208. All new brakes, steering box and other parts, all new interior... I plan on getting this done by August/September Think its possible??? I've got a lot of work ahead...take a look. Attached Images __________________ Anthony 07 Tahoe LT 70 Chevelle 450HP 383-TH400 77 GMC Royal Sierra~Resto in progress~

02-02-2006, 09:10 PM	#2
C-10volvo Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lake Oswego, Oregon Posts: 1,028	Re: Im probably crazy but.... good luck!!!! are you sure you are spending your time right? it may be easier to find another truck __________________ Ken Morgan For fun: 1964 Volvo 122 For slow: 1984 Chevrolet C-10 For everything else: 1997 BMW M3

02-02-2006, 10:35 PM	#3
1985K10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CT Posts: 315	Re: Im probably crazy but.... Well...I have two other parts cabs in better condition, both 2WD, but both not a Royal sierra(kinda rare model, although nothing special). I know it would better easier, quicker, and prolly come out better to use a better cab, but I'm also learning how to weld(probably not the best thing to practice on)but ill start with the floors and supports and work my way out. If it doesnt come out well im losin a little sheet metal and time, but gaining experiance! __________________ Anthony 07 Tahoe LT 70 Chevelle 450HP 383-TH400 77 GMC Royal Sierra~Resto in progress~

02-02-2006, 10:37 PM	#4
7T7 Regular guy Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Round Rock TX Posts: 518	Re: Im probably crazy but.... You are a masochist! But if you get it done that fast you will be a bad ass............masochist. __________________ 'Frank' 77 Silverado 18 & 20 American CL205s Edelbrock MPFI, 700r4, Baer Brakes 9" F@rd rear, Vintage air, Bags etc etc..

02-03-2006, 12:04 AM	#5
SanitysBane Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 2,121	Re: Im probably crazy but.... Good luck! __________________ '96 Nissan Pathfinder '02 Firebird Trans Am. '88 K5 Blazer

02-03-2006, 12:08 AM	#6
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	Re: Im probably crazy but.... I also wish you good luck. Looks like you are going to need it. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

02-03-2006, 01:12 AM	#7
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,774	Re: Im probably crazy but.... I think it is possible. Just let the family know that you won't be anywhere but the garage and work until it's done Seriously I think it it possible with hard work and dedication. If you post pics on here on your progress we can help all we can on helping you. What cab differences in there on a Royal Sierra? I thought there was only the badge emblems. __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

02-03-2006, 12:41 PM	#9
Ric83 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 824	Re: Im probably crazy but.... What one sets his mind to, one can achieve. Good luck to ya and keep us updated. __________________ Ric '83 Silverado SWB Fleetside Here she is

02-03-2006, 01:43 PM	#10
fade94 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Melissa, TX Posts: 799	Re: Im probably crazy but.... I am planning on doing my 71 LWB truck in a months time. I have all the parts acquired now. I'll be cutting the bed down to a short, pulling the body off, cutting the frame down to a short, replacing my rockers, putting the body back on, installing my air, tilt and cruise. I think it's possible. I can cut the bed down and welded back together in a weekend. Pull the body off in less than a day. Replace the rockers over 3 days, cut the frame down in a weekend, put the body back on and get the air, tilt and cruise installed in a couple of days. It really helps that I have the equipment and the help of my son. We have done enough of these projects that it doesn't take us long at all. After the 68 Camaro I did, this truck is minor. We put new quarters, tail and floors in this car. Attached Images __________________ 68 short bed driver (71 clip on it now, swapping to 68 when weather cooperates) 67 short step project (will get SWB from the 68) 67 Camaro, #'s matching (my wife's) 03 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 diesel 5 speed 4.10 rear

02-04-2006, 10:56 PM	#11
1985K10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CT Posts: 315	Re: Im probably crazy but.... Upadate!! Well, i got a late start today but heres what I got done.... Removed:Plow and all plow controls, pump,etc., bumper, grille & trim, headlight bezels, front valance, all front marker lights, wipers, seatbelts, kick-panels, trans tunnel cover thing, and the seat is loose. Tommorrow i hope to remove hood, fenders & inners, bed, all ext. trim on the cab, and maybe dash pad and gauge bezel. Does anyone know if theres a patch panel for here, and what its called?? Attached Images __________________ Anthony 07 Tahoe LT 70 Chevelle 450HP 383-TH400 77 GMC Royal Sierra~Resto in progress~

02-04-2006, 11:09 PM	#12
Smokin85 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: northern maryland Posts: 15	Re: Im probably crazy but.... There should be a patch panel avalible for what you need.Its called an inner rockerpanel.Some replacement floor pans came with them.Good luck with the project. __________________

02-06-2006, 09:58 PM	#13
Chevrolet4x4s Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: WV Posts: 227	Re: Im probably crazy but.... Hope you can pull it off.It should look great when you get it done.Good luck. GET ER DONE __________________ 1993 K1500 350 5 speed 1985 K10 Silverado Vortec 406 5 speed (in body shop) "I been drivin' this '85 pickup truck Them buddies of mine call it a bucket of rust She's a little beat up but she still runs like the wind Yeah, kinda like me I been banged and bruisedBeen around the block a time or two But I'm runnin' like new goin' places I never been No, I ain't broke I'm just broken in" 1963 Dodge Townwagon(its amazng what 30 years and zero miles will do to a vehicle ) Member#20327

02-06-2006, 10:20 PM	#14
1985K10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CT Posts: 315	Re: Im probably crazy but.... Well I picked up the inner rockers tonight...$11 a piece, they look like they are what i need. Im just waiting for my dad to take his cap off the bed...It wont fit it the garage with that on, and I dont think it will be fun working outside in 30 deg weather... I did get the hood and fenders(and inners) with only 1 broken bolt, nothing a little heat, WD-40 and some Vise-grips couldnt solve!! Once the bed is off im gonna put the gas tank behind the cab with rubber lines so i can disconnect it and put it outside while welding....metal removal is almost complete, i cant wait to start adding it again!! One question...has anyone ever bought Veng door shells?? they list for $156, $6 more than Goodmark, but w/o shipping costs...and if the Veng doors fit real bad, my buddy at Advance will let me return em. What do you guys think? Anyone know what GM doors(new) cost? Sorry for the long post, Thanks guys! __________________ Anthony 07 Tahoe LT 70 Chevelle 450HP 383-TH400 77 GMC Royal Sierra~Resto in progress~

02-07-2006, 10:56 PM	#15
Chevrolet4x4s Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: WV Posts: 227	Re: Im probably crazy but.... Becareful of the welding fumes __________________ 1993 K1500 350 5 speed 1985 K10 Silverado Vortec 406 5 speed (in body shop) "I been drivin' this '85 pickup truck Them buddies of mine call it a bucket of rust She's a little beat up but she still runs like the wind Yeah, kinda like me I been banged and bruisedBeen around the block a time or two But I'm runnin' like new goin' places I never been No, I ain't broke I'm just broken in" 1963 Dodge Townwagon(its amazng what 30 years and zero miles will do to a vehicle ) Member#20327



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