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WarBeard · 09-12-2013, 12:43 AM

Ive had a ton of 73-87 trucks but recently I found a '66 C/10. I'm a big fat guy and I was wondering if the cab on the '66 is smaller inside if so by how much? And is there anything that can be done to make me fit besides loose weight?

I think it would be cool to build something a little bit older.

19666Trucker · 09-12-2013, 04:13 AM

I big guy too like in round, I got a mooneyes flake 13" steering wheel, still have the tank in the cab, i fit good
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tincan1966 · 09-12-2013, 05:37 AM

It is possible to move the steering column forward(or down towards steering box) about 2 inches. The linkage from the column to trans will need to be readjusted, possibly lengthened. You will also have to cut the shaft from the column to the box and sleeve it and re-weld together. A smaller steering wheel will also help. If you want to relocate the fuel tank from inside the cab, it'll gain you another 2" approx. of seat travel to the rear.

**Clyde65** · 09-12-2013, 07:41 AM

I am 6'3" and about 310, I fit just fine in my 65

donthekawguy · 09-12-2013, 09:59 AM

I'm fat and fit fine in my 66. Gut rubs a little on the wheel if I slouch.

63burban · 09-12-2013, 10:00 AM

I actually have a 74, 72 and several 64-66 trucks. The 64-66 trucks actually have the most room out of all of them. I'm 6'4" and 250

Bow Commander · 09-12-2013, 11:27 AM

6'3 305 here. I have a Grant 13" steering wheel with very little depth and it's perfect. The pedals are a bit close for my liking but not a big deal.
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WarBeard · 09-12-2013, 01:03 PM

Good news thank you all!

Can the bench seats be lowered at all?
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BR3W CITY · 09-12-2013, 04:20 PM

If you have a long torso or arms, lower the seat (or install buckets), and put the seat far back.

If you have long legs (I'm 6'4), you can either lower the seat if that works, or actually think about RAISING the seat and getting a tilt wheel (plus moving the column inward a bit). This sits you more upright, and gives your legs a better angle to reach the pedals. The tilt wheel helps with gut clearance.

09-12-2013, 12:43 AM	#1
WarBeard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Show low,az Posts: 808	Question before I jump the Square body ship. Ive had a ton of 73-87 trucks but recently I found a '66 C/10. I'm a big fat guy and I was wondering if the cab on the '66 is smaller inside if so by how much? And is there anything that can be done to make me fit besides loose weight? I think it would be cool to build something a little bit older. __________________ 1978 C10 Silverado Big 10 350/350.. play toy 1990 V1500 Suburban 350/700r4..Daily driver 1987 K10 Silverado 383/400.. Wife's rig WRECKED! 1989 V2500 Suburban 350/400.. SOLD! 1974 C10 Custom10 LWB 350/350.. SOLD! 1974 C10 Custom10 SWB 350/400.. SOLD! 1999 Silverado Z71 LS1.. Wife's rig WRECKED! On the hunt for a new project....... I'm a Chevy guy.....I'm just not a "NEW" Chevy guy.

09-12-2013, 04:13 AM	#2
19666Trucker Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Scottsdale, Az Posts: 245	Re: Question before I jump the Square body ship. I big guy too like in round, I got a mooneyes flake 13" steering wheel, still have the tank in the cab, i fit good Posted via Mobile Device

09-12-2013, 05:37 AM	#3
tincan1966 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Independence,KS Posts: 1,477	Re: Question before I jump the Square body ship. It is possible to move the steering column forward(or down towards steering box) about 2 inches. The linkage from the column to trans will need to be readjusted, possibly lengthened. You will also have to cut the shaft from the column to the box and sleeve it and re-weld together. A smaller steering wheel will also help. If you want to relocate the fuel tank from inside the cab, it'll gain you another 2" approx. of seat travel to the rear.

09-12-2013, 07:41 AM	#4
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,540	Re: Question before I jump the Square body ship. I am 6'3" and about 310, I fit just fine in my 65 __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

09-12-2013, 09:59 AM	#5
donthekawguy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Rathdrum ID Posts: 1,128	Re: Question before I jump the Square body ship. I'm fat and fit fine in my 66. Gut rubs a little on the wheel if I slouch. __________________ 66 shorty

09-12-2013, 10:00 AM	#6
63burban Chevy addict Join Date: May 2012 Location: Iron Ridge, WI Posts: 1,085	Re: Question before I jump the Square body ship. I actually have a 74, 72 and several 64-66 trucks. The 64-66 trucks actually have the most room out of all of them. I'm 6'4" and 250

09-12-2013, 11:27 AM	#7
Bow Commander Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Springfield Oregon Posts: 156	Re: Question before I jump the Square body ship. 6'3 305 here. I have a Grant 13" steering wheel with very little depth and it's perfect. The pedals are a bit close for my liking but not a big deal. Posted via Mobile Device

09-12-2013, 01:03 PM	#8
WarBeard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Show low,az Posts: 808	Re: Question before I jump the Square body ship. Good news thank you all! Can the bench seats be lowered at all? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1978 C10 Silverado Big 10 350/350.. play toy 1990 V1500 Suburban 350/700r4..Daily driver 1987 K10 Silverado 383/400.. Wife's rig WRECKED! 1989 V2500 Suburban 350/400.. SOLD! 1974 C10 Custom10 LWB 350/350.. SOLD! 1974 C10 Custom10 SWB 350/400.. SOLD! 1999 Silverado Z71 LS1.. Wife's rig WRECKED! On the hunt for a new project....... I'm a Chevy guy.....I'm just not a "NEW" Chevy guy.

09-12-2013, 04:20 PM	#9
BR3W CITY meowMEOWmeowMEOW Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: MKE WI Posts: 7,128	Re: Question before I jump the Square body ship. If you have a long torso or arms, lower the seat (or install buckets), and put the seat far back. If you have long legs (I'm 6'4), you can either lower the seat if that works, or actually think about RAISING the seat and getting a tilt wheel (plus moving the column inward a bit). This sits you more upright, and gives your legs a better angle to reach the pedals. The tilt wheel helps with gut clearance. __________________ *'66 Short Step / SD Tuned / Big Cam LQ4 / Backhalfed /Built 4l80e / #REBUILDEVERYTHING* MY BUILD THE H8RDCPTR //\\ MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL REV J HD



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