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Old 12-02-2012, 05:57 AM   #1
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71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER"

So I finally decided to start working on my 71 C10, I've had this project since I was 20yrs old but never had the money or time because I work grave shift and go to school in the AM but it's about time!!*
I purchased this truck from my cousin 2years ago and finally planning to do a ground up restoration
I think it's about time, shes been lonely too long!!

It's a pretty straight body just need to replace both rockers.











Just started to tear it apart this week.


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Old 12-02-2012, 10:59 AM   #2
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Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER"

lookin at the pics, that truck is too nice to take apart. make it run, and drive it
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Old 12-02-2012, 05:18 PM   #3
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lookin at the pics, that truck is too nice to take apart. make it run, and drive it
Yeahh man it's a pretty straight truck I just have bigger plans for it

Thanks to Dave at Porterbuilt I ordered me some parts

Mild front drop member w/ power rack n pinion
Tubular control arms
Rear stage 2 kit deluxe kit
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Can't wait to get my first build started!
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Old 12-02-2012, 08:00 PM   #4
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Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER"

Nice start...Are you going to leave the leaf spring rear?
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Old 12-03-2012, 06:07 AM   #5
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Nice start...Are you going to leave the leaf spring rear?
Thanks gearys, and nope I'm doing a small C-Notch with everything tubular and bags, the rear leaf is coming out.
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Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER"

some trucks aren't that nice when finished, welcome to the forum
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Old 12-03-2012, 06:43 AM   #7
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some trucks aren't that nice when finished, welcome to the forum
Lol @tinkermc thanks and I know I've seen a couple! I'm shooting for a show quality truck. Doing allot of research because it's my first build and I don't wanna mess anything up. Wish me luck
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Old 12-03-2012, 12:56 PM   #8
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Welcome, looking forward to your progress !
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Old 12-05-2012, 05:23 AM   #9
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Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER"

Thanks guys...
Well i finished taking the front end apart and took the cab to my friends shop to replace the rockers.
Also tacked the gas filler panel in place )*
Got a little happy w/the palm sander tho hehe








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Old 12-05-2012, 02:15 PM   #10
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Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER"

So the brown truck just came in *with all my Porterbuilt parts!!
Thanks Nate!!*
I was soo excited I had to take a pic ASAP!! 9 heavy ass boxes lol

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Old 12-05-2012, 05:54 PM   #11
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holy smokes you have more money in PB products than I do in my whole truck.
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Old 12-05-2012, 06:19 PM   #12
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Still waiting on power rack & pinion, steering linkage kit and hose kit
Yeahh this stuff is pricey but decited to go all out on my build
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Old 12-05-2012, 07:54 PM   #13
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Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER"

Damn that PB stuff looks great..I don't have the money, but I'll still check it out just for the fun of it.

I'll be following your progress, keep it up!
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Old 12-05-2012, 08:30 PM   #14
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Damn that PB stuff looks great..I don't have the money, but I'll still check it out just for the fun of it.

I'll be following your progress, keep it up!
Yeahh man the welds and fab work is badass!!
Can't wait to mock it all up and send frame to get powdercoated. Still debating on color of frame and truck lol

Also what do you what big break kit do you guys recommend?
Im also looking for a 12bolt rear diff going 3.73 limited slip
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Old 12-11-2012, 06:02 AM   #15
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Re: 71 C10 ground up restoration "my first build EVER"

So talked to Dave from porterbuilt today, the rest of my parts should be arriving soon so much stuff I don't even know where to start haha
My buddy already replaced both rockers on the cab and sent it to get sandblasted sadly I couldn't get any pics he did it all do fast lol
It's a good thing I guess.. He wants to see it done as much as me
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After those PB pics, Im in!!!!
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WOW.....nice setup !
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After those PB pics, Im in!!!!
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WOW.....nice setup !
Thanks, I just hope it's not too hard to install, gotta more research before mocking up the PB parts.
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It is SIMPLE to install !
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Old 12-11-2012, 01:33 PM   #20
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It is SIMPLE to install !
Looks pretty simple just bolt on
67cheby are you the guy to get Slosh Tubz from?
I'm going to be needing a pair soon
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Yes sir, just hit me up when you are ready !
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Old 12-11-2012, 03:55 PM   #22
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Yes sir, just hit me up when you are ready !
I was born ready lol, I'll be contacting you once I start putting the front together, do u have them at hand or will I have to wait?
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i usually have them built to order although this Thursday i am picking up an order and i will have one extra set i could send out ! LOL
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i usually have them built to order although this Thursday i am picking up an order and i will have one extra set i could send out ! LOL
Lol, it won't be that soon ill get at you in a couple weeks to have a set made. You going to be having any deals on the tubz soon?
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Old 12-11-2012, 05:43 PM   #25
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Great lookin start you have! That PB stuff is pretty sweet man, glad to see you're steppin it up on your first build, excited to follow along!
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