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1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration in progress... ![]() 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... ![]() 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 41k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 60k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels |
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
Well, that's embarrassing. You're right. I even used to be a parts counterman. I deleted my post to avoid confusion downstream.
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
First thing I would do is replace that plastic filter with a metal version….
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
The gasoline smell in the oil is from the carburetor is leaking internally, allowing unburned fuel to drain into the oil pan. Gasoline in the oil, if left to remain can and will wipeout engine bearings. You have a very nice pickup. I had one very similar but stupid me sold it. You will really enjoy how simple it is to work on…Jack
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
Here is a pic of the threaded bung that got loose as I loosened the oil filter.
Is there a seal there I need to replace? If someone can confirm the torque spec for that bung, that would help! Thanks
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1969 C10 Shortbed Last edited by Luke87gt; 04-07-2024 at 06:46 PM. |
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
Well, my Jegs steering wheel arrived.
I love the look but can’t say I’m thrilled with the super cheap/hard plastic perimeter. I’ll give it a shot but at $240, I’m really disappointed with the feel in your hand.
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
yeah, maybe go with the wood option for that style? IDHAFC what they cost though
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
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1969 C10 Shortbed Last edited by Luke87gt; 04-12-2024 at 10:42 PM. |
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
I'm a pretty cr@ppy mechanic, but I'd be happy to loan you my dwell meter, or wut-ever else you need. PM me
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
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I should probably buy my own dwell meter if I’m going to be wrenching on this truck. Does anyone have any meter recommendations online? I’ll order. Thanks |
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
good to crack open that distributor and see if it can use the "detached condenser" type of points. I got the kind with the can on top and it makes it harder to get a feeler in there
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
Wow, you guys are awesome! I’m already learning a lot.
I’ll place an order for all the tune up parts today, might even swing by Monument Car Parts in Livermore. Hopefully they have a carb rebuild kit in stock too. The most pressing item currently is the heavy gas fumes in the garage. It’s overwhelming and the wife isn’t thrilled about that. I need to address that first before anything else. If anyone has any tips on common sources for this, I’ll be sure to look into those. For now I can tell that the gas cap rubber is pretty brittle and cracked. Additionally, there looks to be a bit of fuel puddling between the carb and intake as mentioned above. Oh, and if I don’t have any optional gearing, what’s default ratio? And before I forget, oil capacity for the 250? I’ll pick up some 10W-30 Last edited by Luke87gt; 03-03-2024 at 07:24 PM. |
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
When I saw the condition of the floors, door jams, and doors, I knew I was going to make an offer…
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
Also, I bought a 15” replacement steering wheel from CJPony to replace the 13” in there now. It didn’t occur to me at the time of purchase that 15” might not be optimal for 3 on the tree? Anyone have experience with this?
Also, I’ll need to find a Chevy center cap for the steering wheel. Wonder if those exist for this (4) hole style steering wheel. |
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
Staying with points ignition will teach you how these trucks were originally designed and how they work. Nothing wrong with points ignition. It's becoming a lost tuning art. I find it quite satisfying to replace the ignition parts and set dwell and timing on an engine. I've had classics and a muscle car from the 60's. All ran points ignition. Never had a failure. I've had my 72 since 73 and still running points. It's easy to change to hei down the road if you wish. Don't forget you will need a timing light whichever way you go. It's a nice truck. Keep it original. IMO
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
That truck's looking nicer all the time. Want to sell it?
![]() I've had points ignition engines that have gone 30k+ miles between tune ups ('69 Nova, 250 CI engine, sold with original engine and trans at 200k miles). Nothing wrong with points.
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
My 69 doors didn't look that nice 35 years ago when I bought it! Rust was already at work on the bottom inside of the passenger's door. And both rocker panels had perforations.
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
So today I decide to take my 5yr old son out to help me change the oil in the C10.
Routine right? I’ve changed oil 100 times in my life on all kinds of makes/models. Well, evidently the previous owner before me (or oil changers) decided to overtighten the hell out of the oil filter. I put my oil filter wrench on the filter and instead of loosening, it just crushed the filter as I applied torque. Granted it was a cheap Fram filter which I’ve learned to never use because the casing is too thin. My life flashes before my eyes thinking of the hassle this could turn into. The more I try to loosen, the more the filter is crushing with the tool as it just slides against the filter. I stare at it for 15min and come up with an idea… I put gritty sand paper between the oil filter tool and the oil filter along with a long pry bar. Thankfully it did the trick but badly bent the oil filter wrench. When I took off the oil filter, I noticed that it came off because the threaded rod actually loosened from the engine. In 25yrs of wrenching, that was a first for me. I put back and tightened the threaded rod as tight as I could get with with my fingers. Does anyone know the torque spec on the threaded oil filter rod? I need to torque that back down. Also, the size of the hex nut would be helpful to know too. Next, once I drained the oil, I quickly noticed a very strong smell of gasoline in the oil. Can anyone provide any guidance as to what that could mean? I have been complaining that my garage smelled like fumes since I bought this truck but it got much stronger with the oil drain. All is well, that could have turned into a massive hassle if the sandpaper trick didn’t work I guess it’s all part of getting acquainted with a new classic ![]()
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
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https://www.gm.com/content/dam/compa...olet-Truck.pdf There’s a section for Standard equipment and one for Optional equipment. If it’s not on the SPID, you have the Standard option.
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congrats on your truck. looks to be in great condition. stay with the points, just my opinion. good luck, BROWN 70
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
I have a 1968 gold steering wheel that might be a close match if you’re interested.
Probably better to have a 15” if you don’t have power steering.
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I had my heart set on the one I pictured above but that’s tempting in that color. Last edited by Luke87gt; 03-04-2024 at 01:04 AM. |
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
Very nice truck
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