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04-06-2013, 08:47 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Shaunavon, Sask
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Project Barn Burner: '60 C10
Hey guys, newbie here looking for some tips & tricks with a build... I purchased a 1960 Chev 1/2 ton Short Box Step Side this past summer off an old farmer in the area. I've always had a soft spot for the "eyebrow" hood trucks. The truck isn't in the best of shape as the floor needs to be patched and some welding needed to be done to the rear fenders but I'm not worried about that as my goal is to build a "shop truck" style truck. My job is a week on week off type so I want to build a cheap, low budget, Do it yourself project.
The plans for the truck are to swap out the original straight 6 for a 350 with a 5 speed manual trans. I'm looking for some tips and tricks on lowering the truck to a nice ride height without air bags. I'm all for swapping out the front end and rear end for a newer style. Is it as easy as cranking down then torsion bars and cutting the rear springs a bit? Thank you in advance for the input and advice!! Jordan Posted via Mobile Device |
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04-06-2013, 09:07 PM
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Re: Project Barn Burner: '60 C10
Congrats on the pick up.
This is a great place for all kinds of info and inspiration. Welcome to the forum. Posted via Mobile Device |
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04-07-2013, 06:38 PM
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Re: Project Barn Burner: '60 C10
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04-07-2013, 11:13 PM
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Re: Project Barn Burner: '60 C10
welcome aboard, yes, pictures please!
Look in the FAQ section, a wealth of info there, and very well organized
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04-07-2013, 11:21 PM
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Location: Tacoma, WA
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Re: Project Barn Burner: '60 C10
 and  to the board!!We love us some builds around here, especially new ones !!
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04-08-2013, 09:00 AM
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Re: Project Barn Burner: '60 C10
Welcome, and looking forward to some pics.
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04-09-2013, 11:42 PM
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Westbank, BC
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Re: Project Barn Burner: '60 C10
Not sure about cranking torsion bars, but I've seen guys swap the whole front clip from a 73-87 to get disc brakes and coil springs. Basically a bolt in.
As for the 5 speed, depends on how you will drive it. T-5 is a popular swap, but they are weak and not for "spirited" driving. I went TKO600 and 383 sbc for the fun factor. Welcome to the board! Posted via Mobile Device
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04-10-2013, 09:03 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2002
Location: Warrensburg, MO
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Re: Project Barn Burner: '60 C10
in for pics.. love that type of year truck !
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04-10-2013, 01:26 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Genoa, IL
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Re: Project Barn Burner: '60 C10
Welcome aboard! We need pictures........
I went the route of 2.5 inch drop front disc brake kit. It worked out well and the kit I bought included new tie rods and ball joints. I am going to drop the back with either 4 or 5 inch drop springs. Should give a nice lowered stance. Good luck. I also recommend the FAQs, they have helped me a lot. Posted via Mobile Device
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04-10-2013, 05:14 PM
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Location: Tacoma, WA
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Re: Project Barn Burner: '60 C10
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The next time I do it, it will be with a kit just like Da_Bears described.
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05-09-2013, 10:36 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Shaunavon, Sask
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Re: Project Barn Burner: '60 C10
Hey guys a little update! So I feel like an idiot, I purchased the truck sight unseen, went to pick it up and it's actually a GMC. The condition of the truck is actually a bit better then what I was told so I'm happy about that! I only have one picture right now but will be posting a lot more when I start my week off on Tuesday! Once I figure out how to post a photo I will!
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