1969 C20, CST. 396, 21,000 mile documented Survivor - Page 19 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**jocko** · 08-17-2022, 08:54 PM

there are likely several minor differences - the main one I was highlighting above in post 443 is that the car air cleaner lid does not have the raised rib just inside the red circle below - the car lid is flat there (where the hp sticker goes).

**FirstOwner69** · 08-17-2022, 09:35 PM

Here's the original from my '69 C20. It appears the 350s used the same air cleaner.

Dmoore · 08-20-2022, 01:43 PM

Thanks for posting Jim! It appears the lid on the truck now is correct, just the base is wrong. Hopefully the correct one is on the way soon. Dave

JNiemela · 08-24-2022, 01:17 AM

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Working on a Black 69 C20, CST, 396, column auto, pwr steering, pwr brakes, AC, Tach, AM/FM. center console/bucket seats, original rear spiral shocks, original T3 headlight bulbs etc. This truck is in outstanding original condition with exception of wheels/tires. I have been looking for factory info on this CST package as to which wheel/tire/dog dish package would be correct. It currently has 33's and what appears to be some sort of Turbine aluminum wheel. The tires are rubbing making the truck unenjoyable to drive. I also am looking for the jack and tools including the bag since this truck for some reason is missing. Any C20 CST owners out there? Thanks! Dave in Virginia

My 1968 C20 CST with 396 and all of the same stuff you've got came with the 16.5" with dog dish hub caps. Got it from my father in law who owned in since June 1970. He had the steel painted black, but I think they were white originally.

Dmoore · 08-26-2022, 08:13 AM

Thanks JNiemela! Any under hood photo's?

Dmoore · 08-26-2022, 08:16 AM

Waldron full exhaust came in yesterday. Now we wait for a cool day.

mr.mud1 · 08-26-2022, 08:23 AM

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Waldron full exhaust came in yesterday. Now we wait for a cool day.

very nice.i have Waldron stuff on my 72 big block truck.i had them make the tailpipes from 2 1/4 pipe and also have Waldron dual exhaust parts on my 1967 impala wagon.they make nice stuff.

JNiemela · 08-26-2022, 11:48 AM

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Thanks JNiemela! Any under hood photo's?

Just had it re touched. New master cylinder, carb, distributor, valve cover gaskets, modern ac to replace the old system, alternator, water pump, radiator and a nice steam clean and paint. Was rebuilt about 15k ago which is like 20 years. Paint and body and fuel tank at the end of the year.
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1969SurvivorC20CST · 10-12-2022, 06:54 PM

Very nice JN, So I got to the exhaust system today. Everything went together perfectly. Something I'm never use to experiencing.

1969SurvivorC20CST · 10-28-2022, 08:50 PM

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Very nice JN, So I got to the exhaust system today. Everything went together perfectly. Something I'm never use to experiencing.

I didn't post it after I received it but the air cleaner I mentioned I had found and thought was correct was to small when placed on the carb. So back to the drawing board I guess. Anyone?

1969SurvivorC20CST · 10-28-2022, 08:55 PM

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I didn't post it after I received it but the air cleaner I mentioned I had found and thought was correct was to small when placed on the carb. So back to the drawing board I guess. Anyone?

I found this one on Ebay. What do you think?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/16563499574...mis&media=COPY

**FirstOwner69** · 10-28-2022, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Dmoore

From what I have seen 69 trucks with 396 did not have provisions for a warmup heat stove nor any vacuum lines/fittings on the air cleaner base.

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Originally Posted by 1969SurvivorC20CST

I found this one on Ebay. What do you think?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/16563499574...mis&media=COPY

The eBay air cleaner is for a vehicle equipped with a heat stove. I don't believe yours is.

1969SurvivorC20CST · 10-29-2022, 08:20 AM

Correct Jim.....

1969SurvivorC20CST · 11-02-2022, 01:22 PM

So the owner brought me back the truck today to possibly find out why it simply just died on my lift a few weeks ago. It has been starting ever since. So while it was idling in front of my shop door the lower radiator hose started to drip at the water pump. Ok, I guess it's time to replace it. It is not the original but who knows how long it has been installed. Tightening the clamp did not work, the hose is deteriorated at the end where it slips over the water pump. Another issue that sprung up after last visit is the fuel gage reading almost full but its only half. So my question is, do the bucket seats have to be removed to get to the sender? As I stated in my thread here the tank was replaced approx 2 years ago and I don't know if they replaced the sender. I know there are several "China" senders on the market and my experience along with everyone else's has been the same, they are garbage. Dave

08-17-2022, 08:54 PM	#451
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,976	Re: 1969 C20, CST. 396, 21,000 mile documented Survivor there are likely several minor differences - the main one I was highlighting above in post 443 is that the car air cleaner lid does not have the raised rib just inside the red circle below - the car lid is flat there (where the hp sticker goes). Attached Images

08-17-2022, 09:35 PM	#452
FirstOwner69 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Wisconsin & Arizona Posts: 4,846	Re: 1969 C20, CST. 396, 21,000 mile documented Survivor Here's the original from my '69 C20. It appears the 350s used the same air cleaner. Attached Images __________________ Jim

08-20-2022, 01:43 PM	#453
Dmoore Registered User Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: Exmore, Virginia Posts: 293	Re: 1969 C20, CST. 396, 21,000 mile documented Survivor Thanks for posting Jim! It appears the lid on the truck now is correct, just the base is wrong. Hopefully the correct one is on the way soon. Dave

08-26-2022, 08:13 AM	#455
Dmoore Registered User Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: Exmore, Virginia Posts: 293	Re: 1969 C20, CST. 396, 21,000 mile documented Survivor Thanks JNiemela! Any under hood photo's?

08-26-2022, 08:16 AM	#456
Dmoore Registered User Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: Exmore, Virginia Posts: 293	Re: 1969 C20, CST. 396, 21,000 mile documented Survivor Waldron full exhaust came in yesterday. Now we wait for a cool day. Attached Images

10-12-2022, 06:54 PM	#459
1969SurvivorC20CST Registered User Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: Exmore, Virginia Posts: 23	Re: 1969 C20, CST. 396, 21,000 mile documented Survivor Very nice JN, So I got to the exhaust system today. Everything went together perfectly. Something I'm never use to experiencing. Attached Images

10-29-2022, 08:20 AM	#463
1969SurvivorC20CST Registered User Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: Exmore, Virginia Posts: 23	Re: 1969 C20, CST. 396, 21,000 mile documented Survivor Correct Jim.....

11-02-2022, 01:22 PM	#464
1969SurvivorC20CST Registered User Join Date: Apr 2022 Location: Exmore, Virginia Posts: 23	Re: 1969 C20, CST. 396, 21,000 mile documented Survivor So the owner brought me back the truck today to possibly find out why it simply just died on my lift a few weeks ago. It has been starting ever since. So while it was idling in front of my shop door the lower radiator hose started to drip at the water pump. Ok, I guess it's time to replace it. It is not the original but who knows how long it has been installed. Tightening the clamp did not work, the hose is deteriorated at the end where it slips over the water pump. Another issue that sprung up after last visit is the fuel gage reading almost full but its only half. So my question is, do the bucket seats have to be removed to get to the sender? As I stated in my thread here the tank was replaced approx 2 years ago and I don't know if they replaced the sender. I know there are several "China" senders on the market and my experience along with everyone else's has been the same, they are garbage. Dave



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