65 C30

[MikeN]

This is a really, really interesting truck. I don't remember seeing rollbacks that long ago either, but at the same time, I don't know what use the truck would be to a car dealership unless it WAS a rollback. Unless maybe it was a ramp truck used for transporting new vehicles? It would be great if the dealership has any information to solve the mystery.

[2manyprojects]

Originally Posted by hewlett2002000

that is a bad ass truck!! would love to have a big one but would hate to put gas in it!! lol keep us updated please.
thanks and good luck,
John

Thanks, It isnt going to be driven all the time so i'll deal with the gas. I almost cried when I put diesel in the big rollback the other night, so that little gas motor wont be so bad lol.

Originally Posted by Woogeroo

I love it... I'd get it looking nice and leave it.

I love that big honkin' bumper!

-W

Thanks, yeah that bumper is sweet.

Originally Posted by oldblu65

I don't think there were any rollbacks in the 1960's , at least any I remember ? Of course , my memories of that time can get " fuzzy " sometimes !

Originally Posted by MikeN

This is a really, really interesting truck. I don't remember seeing rollbacks that long ago either, but at the same time, I don't know what use the truck would be to a car dealership unless it WAS a rollback. Unless maybe it was a ramp truck used for transporting new vehicles? It would be great if the dealership has any information to solve the mystery.

I think it was a ramp truck too, I'll be sure to post when I find out something about it's history. I have the name and # of the farmer that removed the bed also, so thats a option.

[2manyprojects]

I pulled the plugs and soaked the cylinders today. It has the original plug wires with the 65 date code they look to be in good shape we'll find out when I start it I guess. I'm leaning toward stock appearing with better brakes and 1 piece 19.5 wheels right now. After I washed it. I even like the color scheme. It is white and the top isnt light blue like I thought, it's more marina blue like came on the chevelles. It should look realy good with new paint, and the reverse tutone is different. Here's some engine pics ,after cleaning. check out that horn.

[factorystock]

Great shots of under the hood. Correct green paint (not orange) on engine and intake manifold. I would check frame for correct fish plates and welding work. It looks like it was extended after it left the factory.

[2manyprojects]

Originally Posted by factorystock

Great shots of under the hood. Correct green paint (not orange) on engine and intake manifold. I would check frame for correct fish plates and welding work. It looks like it was extended after it left the factory.

For the most part it looks relatively untouched other than some hoses and clamps in the engine compartment. The tag shows a 133 inch wheel base. I can see where the frame was welded together at the kick up in front of the rear wheels.

[2manyprojects]

Here's a little update . I emailed the dealer didn't get a reply back. After I finished soaking the cylinders. I hooked up a gas can, pulled the choke, bumped the key and it immediately started. It ran perfect no smoke at all sat in my driveway running for 6 hrs with no problems. Not bad considering it hasn't been run since 1990. Then I dropped the air cleaner stud in the carb and forgot about it . After finding another carb for the butterfly and base plate and a rebuild it's running good again lol. I finally found some 19.5 wheels, got the front tires mounted. 225/70/19.5 they turned out to be the same height as the stock wheels and tires. I need to order the back tires when I get some extra cash. I bought a 89 crew cab dually that had a small fire, for parts today. I should have Disc brakes, power steering, and sway bars soon. It has a SM465 and a 14 bolt I might swap over also. If I can come up with some more money I'm getting the 454 with it. The wheels are kinda ugly at the moment (matches the truck haha). I'm going to paint them white, or get some chrome simulators.

[2manyprojects]

Does anyone know where I can find some mirrors like this?

[mecwpri]

Talking campers, there is a used car lot here with a 4,5,6 camper like the one pictured, single rear wheel, 20 series I think. 6 cyl 4 speed with under dash AC, the cab and sheet metal are pretty clean rust free items, the camper is pretty rough and would require a complete overhaul though. Would be neet to add to the collection.

[2manyprojects]

Originally Posted by mecwpri

Talking campers, there is a used car lot here with a 4,5,6 camper like the one pictured, single rear wheel, 20 series I think. 6 cyl 4 speed with under dash AC, the cab and sheet metal are pretty clean rust free items, the camper is pretty rough and would require a complete overhaul though. Would be neet to add to the collection.

Cool, now quick go ahead and buy it before I'm tempted lol.

[2manyprojects]

Well I got laid off, so Ive gotta sell some stuff. I figured I'd give you guys first shot at the C30 before I put it on ebay. It runs good (292) and drives but needs brakes. Comes with new stock brake parts, and complete front and rear suspension disc/ hydroboost /dana 70 from the parts truck. 16.5 wheels with good tires and the original 18's. I'm gonna hold on to the 19.5's and 454 but will let them go with it if the offer is right. I'm asking $1700 to break even but cash talks .