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crewsr · 02-06-2017, 01:32 PM

Hello from Austin. I've had my 71 C10 (pictured) for about 15 years and have been a lurker hear for about 5. The vehicle needs a little work so over the next unspecified period here's what I'd like to do:

Update the braking system: It's a disk/drum config but without power assist I have to stand on the pedal to get it to stop.

Engine and drivetrain: The engine (307 ci) still runs pretty good, but is tired. The transmission is a 3-speed that's been converted to a floor-shift. It's pretty arduous to drive, so I'm thinking about an engine swap with a automatic trans; perhaps a crate 350 & 700R4. I may be off-base with this engine/trans selection but will do some research to see what might be the best fit.

It's not a daily driver, but used whenever there's a washing machine or sofa to be moved or some light towing required. It sleeps in the garage about 95% of the time.

Thanks

SCOTI · 02-06-2017, 04:02 PM

Nice looking ride.

Your proposed 350/700r4 is a well proven combo & prob the easiest for swapping. The trend these days is LS based drivetrains (5.3l/4l60e) but they can be spendy until you know the in/outs of the swap.

Welcome home

86swb · 02-07-2017, 12:46 AM

Man, that truck looks new. Nice ride. First I would take care of those brakes. Welcome to the board.

02-06-2017, 01:32 PM	#1
crewsr Registered User Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Austin TX Posts: 4	New member from ATX Hello from Austin. I've had my 71 C10 (pictured) for about 15 years and have been a lurker hear for about 5. The vehicle needs a little work so over the next unspecified period here's what I'd like to do: Update the braking system: It's a disk/drum config but without power assist I have to stand on the pedal to get it to stop. Engine and drivetrain: The engine (307 ci) still runs pretty good, but is tired. The transmission is a 3-speed that's been converted to a floor-shift. It's pretty arduous to drive, so I'm thinking about an engine swap with a automatic trans; perhaps a crate 350 & 700R4. I may be off-base with this engine/trans selection but will do some research to see what might be the best fit. It's not a daily driver, but used whenever there's a washing machine or sofa to be moved or some light towing required. It sleeps in the garage about 95% of the time. Thanks __________________ 1971 Chevrolet C10 Fleetside

02-06-2017, 04:02 PM	#2
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,068	Re: New member from ATX Nice looking ride. Your proposed 350/700r4 is a well proven combo & prob the easiest for swapping. The trend these days is LS based drivetrains (5.3l/4l60e) but they can be spendy until you know the in/outs of the swap. Welcome home __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

02-07-2017, 12:46 AM	#3
86swb Born a Chevy Man Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Navarre, Florida Posts: 10,221	Re: New member from ATX Man, that truck looks new. Nice ride. First I would take care of those brakes. Welcome to the board. __________________ John or 86 (Viet Nam combat Vet-BIG RED ONE) '65-'66 1986 Chevy SWB Silverado 1984 Chevy Longbed Silverado New Kia Sportage (Wife's car and she loves it) CHEVY, American made w/pride! If you can read this, YOU NEED TO THANK A TEACHER! If you can read this in ENGLISH, PLEASE THANK A SOLDIER! GOD BLESS AMERICA AND BLESS OUR FIGHTING TROOPS



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