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Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
Ive been in the 73-87 forums quite a bit over the past couple years but I can now welcome myself over here on the '67-'72 forum as I am now the proud owner of a '71 C10. No pictures yet, but I will get them up tomorrow. The powerplant is the original 2 barrel 307 v8 backed by a 700R4 trans with a 12 bolt rear end, unknown gear ratio so far. Its got manual brakes, manual steering, and used to have a manual trans. until the PO installed the 700R4. This truck will soon be my new daily driver so I'll be looking to do things to maximize fuel economy.
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Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB |
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
Congrats on the purchase, and welcome over. Good luck to you.
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
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1971 chevy c10 cheyenne. Bagged. New paint and some other mods. 1999 ford f350 superduty 7.3 powerstroke everything banks 1975 c10 swb "parts runner" <----SOLD NorthWest C10's http://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/Norhtwestc10s/ |
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
Welcome over. I, too, have an 85 square body.
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67 C10 Fleetside LWB-283, 3 on the tree,power assisted steering, father-in-law bought it new 67 C20 Fleetside LWB-'85 305 V8 (original was 250 6 cyl), Holley 600 carb, full length Hedman headers, dual exhaust behind the back wheels, 4 spd , manual steering 85 C10 Silverado- 305ci |
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
Nice, of course we need pics, but as to your fuel economy... you've already got a good start with the 307 and the 700r4. You'll definately need 3.73 rear gearing with that setup, but it should have enough power and do good on the highway.
A 4-barrel quadrajet and HEI will help you maximize your fuel economy too. |
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
We defiantly need some pics, and congrats on the purchase.
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
Ok guys I finally got some pictures of it. I think its pretty good for $600
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Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB |
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
Congrats on the great find! Looks like $600 well spent. What are your plans for it?
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
Contrats and welcome. I'm a new 72 owner, started out on the 73-87 forums as well.
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
Sweet! Looks like a great deal! Love the shag kick panels!!
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
600 BUCKS VERY WELL SPENT! Congrats
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1971 chevy c10 cheyenne. Bagged. New paint and some other mods. 1999 ford f350 superduty 7.3 powerstroke everything banks 1975 c10 swb "parts runner" <----SOLD NorthWest C10's http://www.facebook.com/#!/groups/Norhtwestc10s/ |
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
Nice truck!
First thing should be getting rid of that rubber fuel line. Other than that, it's perfect! |
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
great buy !! i agree put a qjet and hei and youll be doing waau better than me in the mileage dept. that 700r4 will def be a help with that.
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
My first plan is an HEI of course, and recommendations on what brand to buy??
Next big thing will be a wiring kit for the torque converter lockup on the 700R4. Do you guys really think a Qjet will be more fuel efficient than the 2 barrel? Posted via Mobile Device
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Zach 1970 Chevrolet Custom Camper K20 1971 GMC Super K2500, 12V/NV4500 swap in progress 1971 Chevrolet Custom C10 1972 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C20, 5.3/4L60E 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, 455/TH400, 3.73 posi 2004 GMC Sierra 2500HD, LB7/Allison, CCSB 2005 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3/4L60E, CCSB |
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
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![]() Also think 600 is a GREAT deal! Most guys spend that much or more installing a 700R4...
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
Great deal. Enjoy
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
Nice buy for $600.00,looks like you got something to work with.Keep on Truckin'
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My Truck: 2.5 drop front, 4 & 5/8 in rear, 350cubic in. been bored .60 over, 700r4 (soon), 3 speed (on tree for now).rims & tires size,15x8 ralleys 5 on 5,P275/60R15. Members I have met: Pickupman, 1972 Super Cheyenne, Stepside,Chis Mc Bride. tsnow67,joel.e, ![]() |
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
You stole that one for $600!
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
I agree. Is she as rust free as she looks? That is a nice clean looking truck with the white paint and no trim.
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
I like the stock look of the engine room. I'm curious about the fan setup. I've got a mostly stock `71 as well that has been in the family for decades. I believe mine has a 5 blade fan, with fan clutch and shroud.
So I'm questioning whether your fan setup is stock, if so, perhaps someone can explain why there is such a difference?
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
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Re: Now a proud owner of a '71 C10
Never had AC. It has been upgraded after factory with a hitch, associated wiring, a second battery, and a 4 row radiator. It has the original 350 engine. This fan setup is correct, as I had replaced the fan clutch in a futile attempt to solve a vapor lock problem, which ended up being a failing fuel pump. If the clutch was the wrong setup, how would Autozone have found it?
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