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1970 C10 MJW · 10-12-2012, 08:27 AM

c10 boob what oil do u run? and filter?

c10boob · 10-12-2012, 02:36 PM

Oh this wasn't my abuse. I just bought this truck off Craigslist last week and those were my first steps in tuning it up a bit. I'm suspecting it might eat a little oil and maybe the previous owner kept filling it without doing actual oil changes, since the drain bolt was painted over with the engine block/oil pan and looked like it hadn't been removed for quite a while.

Now that the oil has been changed I'm running Valvoline with a Fram oil filter.

shawno72 · 10-12-2012, 02:56 PM

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Who makes that wheel? I love it!
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shawno72 · 10-12-2012, 02:59 PM

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Man that's a nice wheel! Where did you get it?
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I painted my steering column and installed ac delco alternator

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heathbirkendahl · 10-12-2012, 04:24 PM

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Thank you!! I'm gonna copy you! LOL My truck is orange as well. Killer look!

sjarrett71 · 10-12-2012, 11:51 PM

Found a set of 15x8 5 lug rally wheels with center caps and trim rings for $15.00 each, at the metal recyclers. Of course I bought them!

c10srule · 10-13-2012, 12:22 AM

pushed it in and out of the garage to keep paint off of it while we painted dads under hood parts for his 67

shawno72 · 10-13-2012, 12:28 AM

Nice. Any more pics?
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74baggedbug · 10-13-2012, 12:42 AM

Also I found a brand new truck cover for $10, it was at a resale shop but in the original box ad still sealed! Also installed my cluster I've had for a while and new tow hitch, next week I should receive a package in the mail ill post pics of it when I do
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c10srule · 10-13-2012, 01:00 AM

it started life as a 3/4 ton longbed stepside with a 292 and the big 4 speed

c10srule · 10-13-2012, 01:06 AM

it will be white on the outside with orange stripes on the hood, shortbed stepside 5 lug 454 with the big 4 speed, ps,pb sway bar,373s,10" ralleyes in the rear and 8s in the front

BigCountryx · 10-13-2012, 07:57 AM

Added an electric fan I got from the swap meet to keep her cool in the ridiculous CTC traffic lol. Did the work right here in the hotel parking lot. Gotta love it.
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shawno72 · 10-13-2012, 08:59 AM

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Originally Posted by BigCountryx

Added an electric fan I got from the swap meet to keep her cool in the ridiculous CTC traffic lol. Did the work right here in the hotel parking lot. Gotta love it.
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That's one of the beauty's of our trucks, they are crazy simple.

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BossHogg69 · 10-13-2012, 10:31 AM

Set the cab down on the frame and got started on my rollbar... I'll post more pics when I'm finished!

69GWC · 10-13-2012, 03:13 PM

Installed a new set of Holley MT polished valve covers with new breathers and a new fuel filter, to me they topped off the looks on my motor. Going to get a Stainless steel hose covering kit next just trying to figure out if I want blue,red or chrome ends for it.

Also bought a small set of blue LED lights to install under my dash to ad more light into the cab at night.
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Andy4639 · 10-13-2012, 07:11 PM

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Originally Posted by BossHogg69

Set the cab down on the frame and got started on my rollbar... I'll post more pics when I'm finished!

What is the reason for the cage? U plan on road racing it are drag?

Like to see more of it when you get time.

BossHogg69 · 10-13-2012, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

What is the reason for the cage? U plan on road racing it are drag?

Like to see more of it when you get time.

A little of both (I hope)! Who knows, I may fail miserably on both counts. I just started messing with this heap again after a 3 month hiatus, due to me getting incredibly frustrated with anything I tried to accomplish and it being terribly hot all summer here in Arkansas.

I got the door bars in this afternoon. This is the Autoweld 8pt rollbar kit with the 'road race' door bars. I won't be using the rearward bars because of the hassle involved with cutting the back of the cab and it being a pain in the a$$ getting everything fitted in the bed since I am using a wood bed. I also mounted the door bars a little lower that normal since I'm using '72 door panels and had to make sure they would clear. This is my first time doing something like this and it has been a 'challenge' to say the least...

Andy4639 · 10-13-2012, 09:05 PM

Looks good though so far. Did you weld any stiffners on the bottom of the cab?
I understand about the hiatus, it is better to walk away than do something for a quick fix and u regret it later.

ole dollor · 10-13-2012, 09:16 PM

BossHog69 :that may be good cell phone and texting protection...

Andy4639 · 10-13-2012, 09:35 PM

I've been doing a little work to mine but nothing near what most of you have done.
I installed a S-10 blazer center gear shifter with part of the console. It has cup holders and I mocked up the bottom half myself. Going to take it and have the upholstery shop do the final work on it. It has the indicator lights and backup lights working. It has the electric park solenoid wired to come on when cranked but I have a hidden switch to cut it off when I feel a need to. So no matter what u do it want come out of park unless u crawl under it and unhook the cable.

Me seeing what it would look like. I think carpet would look better than the leather.

chevy72pu · 10-13-2012, 10:36 PM

Installed the new airbrushed tag I bought at a local craft show today.

mcmlxix · 10-13-2012, 11:28 PM

Removed the front clip and front harness in prep for the LQ9 swap....

Anyone have a wiring diagram for a 72 K5 at the fuse block/engine bay harness side

c10srule · 10-14-2012, 06:12 PM

nothing but my dad and i made good progress on his truck today, got the front clip all bolted on and some odd and end parts on, really starting to look like a truck now, plan on getting it fired up this week and starting the body work friday

Andy4639 · 10-14-2012, 07:27 PM

Well I got under the truck and adjusted the shifter cable and now gear selector is right on! I also hooked a new toggle switch up to operate the torque convertor. Moved it off the dash to the console.
This is a old kitchen light I wired up to use under the truck. U want burn your self with it either.

My wife showed up with this today also. Hobby Lobby had them.

grs · 10-14-2012, 08:02 PM

I parked it by the street with a for sale sign on it. At least 5 people called me on it. Hope to sell it so I won't have to drive it to Roanoke, Texas. That is were we are moving.

10-12-2012, 08:27 AM	#5101
1970 C10 MJW Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Indiana Posts: 470	Re: What did you do to your truck today! c10 boob what oil do u run? and filter? __________________ 70 C10 working on a LSx swap 4.8L MS3 edelbrock pro flo intake, pacesetter long tubes, 4l60e 2500 stall hoping the tranny holds up lol

10-12-2012, 02:36 PM	#5102
c10boob Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Columbia, MO Posts: 72	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Oh this wasn't my abuse. I just bought this truck off Craigslist last week and those were my first steps in tuning it up a bit. I'm suspecting it might eat a little oil and maybe the previous owner kept filling it without doing actual oil changes, since the drain bolt was painted over with the engine block/oil pan and looked like it hadn't been removed for quite a while. Now that the oil has been changed I'm running Valvoline with a Fram oil filter.

10-12-2012, 11:51 PM	#5106
sjarrett71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rolla, MO Posts: 2,463	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Found a set of 15x8 5 lug rally wheels with center caps and trim rings for $15.00 each, at the metal recyclers. Of course I bought them! __________________ -Scott-

10-13-2012, 12:22 AM	#5107
c10srule Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: oran,mo. Posts: 171	Re: What did you do to your truck today! pushed it in and out of the garage to keep paint off of it while we painted dads under hood parts for his 67 Attached Images

10-13-2012, 12:28 AM	#5108
shawno72 C/10 junkie Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Stockton Ca Posts: 9,093	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Nice. Any more pics? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Shawn 70 LWB C10 current driver/project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=663051 68 SWB C10 Work in progress.....SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=559520 72 LWB C10 Sold 71 LWB C10 Sold 68 LWB C10 CST Sold http://youtu.be/kbB0QrBIs9k My mom always had the best advice. It was just a tad late. After a fall that involved blood, she'd say....."Careful!"

10-13-2012, 12:42 AM	#5109
74baggedbug Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Houston tx Posts: 701	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Also I found a brand new truck cover for $10, it was at a resale shop but in the original box ad still sealed! Also installed my cluster I've had for a while and new tow hitch, next week I should receive a package in the mail ill post pics of it when I do Posted via Mobile Device

10-13-2012, 01:00 AM	#5110
c10srule Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: oran,mo. Posts: 171	Re: What did you do to your truck today! it started life as a 3/4 ton longbed stepside with a 292 and the big 4 speed Attached Images

10-13-2012, 01:06 AM	#5111
c10srule Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: oran,mo. Posts: 171	Re: What did you do to your truck today! it will be white on the outside with orange stripes on the hood, shortbed stepside 5 lug 454 with the big 4 speed, ps,pb sway bar,373s,10" ralleyes in the rear and 8s in the front Attached Images

10-13-2012, 07:57 AM	#5112
BigCountryx Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Gonzales, LA Posts: 779	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Added an electric fan I got from the swap meet to keep her cool in the ridiculous CTC traffic lol. Did the work right here in the hotel parking lot. Gotta love it. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 Pale Yella 2WD Blazer ..... 350HO/700R4.... '68 Clipped 1970 Original Paint SWB Farm Truck ..... 5.3/4L80.... 2x HRPT Participant

10-13-2012, 10:31 AM	#5114
BossHogg69 motor exploder Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,346	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Set the cab down on the frame and got started on my rollbar... I'll post more pics when I'm finished! Attached Images __________________ Adam 1969 Chevy CST/10 stepside, DART Big M/TREMEC Magnum Extreme/3.73's w/Detroit Truetrac 1965 Chevy Bel Air Wagon (daily driver), 327/TH350,10 bolt w/3.08's 1961 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe, ZZ454/M21/9" rear w/3.50's & Detroit Truetrac 2005 GMC 1500 ccsb 2wd, 6.0L/4L65e/3.73 G80 2006 GMC 2500HD ccsb 4x4, DMax LBZ/Allison 6spd/4.56's w/Detroit TrueTrac Use the SEARCH function on this forum - it is your friend!!

10-13-2012, 03:13 PM	#5115
69GWC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 1,089	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Installed a new set of Holley MT polished valve covers with new breathers and a new fuel filter, to me they topped off the looks on my motor. Going to get a Stainless steel hose covering kit next just trying to figure out if I want blue,red or chrome ends for it. Also bought a small set of blue LED lights to install under my dash to ad more light into the cab at night. Posted via Mobile Device Last edited by 69GWC; 10-13-2012 at 03:33 PM. Reason: adding picture

10-13-2012, 09:05 PM	#5118
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Looks good though so far. Did you weld any stiffners on the bottom of the cab? I understand about the hiatus, it is better to walk away than do something for a quick fix and u regret it later. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

10-13-2012, 09:16 PM	#5119
ole dollor Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Anton, Texas Posts: 2,364	Re: What did you do to your truck today! BossHog69 :that may be good cell phone and texting protection...

10-13-2012, 09:35 PM	#5120
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I've been doing a little work to mine but nothing near what most of you have done. I installed a S-10 blazer center gear shifter with part of the console. It has cup holders and I mocked up the bottom half myself. Going to take it and have the upholstery shop do the final work on it. It has the indicator lights and backup lights working. It has the electric park solenoid wired to come on when cranked but I have a hidden switch to cut it off when I feel a need to. So no matter what u do it want come out of park unless u crawl under it and unhook the cable. Me seeing what it would look like. I think carpet would look better than the leather. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

10-13-2012, 10:36 PM	#5121
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10-13-2012, 11:28 PM	#5122
mcmlxix Collector of Projects Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 3,106	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Removed the front clip and front harness in prep for the LQ9 swap.... Anyone have a wiring diagram for a 72 K5 at the fuse block/engine bay harness side __________________ Rich 1972 K5 Blazer CST Click HERE D60 BIG BRAKE UPGRADE Click HERE

10-14-2012, 06:12 PM	#5123
c10srule Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: oran,mo. Posts: 171	Re: What did you do to your truck today! nothing but my dad and i made good progress on his truck today, got the front clip all bolted on and some odd and end parts on, really starting to look like a truck now, plan on getting it fired up this week and starting the body work friday Attached Images

10-14-2012, 07:27 PM	#5124
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: What did you do to your truck today! Well I got under the truck and adjusted the shifter cable and now gear selector is right on! I also hooked a new toggle switch up to operate the torque convertor. Moved it off the dash to the console. This is a old kitchen light I wired up to use under the truck. U want burn your self with it either. My wife showed up with this today also. Hobby Lobby had them. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

10-14-2012, 08:02 PM	#5125
grs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Roanoke, Tx. Posts: 1,561	Re: What did you do to your truck today! I parked it by the street with a for sale sign on it. At least 5 people called me on it. Hope to sell it so I won't have to drive it to Roanoke, Texas. That is were we are moving.

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