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brandnew72 · 02-12-2026, 07:32 PM

Not a C10, but semi fab-ish/repair work. My mom's 2000 Avalon has some issues, this front Catalytic converter being one. When I went to remove it, the rear manifold looked like this.....

And drilled out the busted bolts and fixed the flange using some 3/8 ID copper tubing to keep the hole from filling with weld. New parts coming this week.

**zicc1835** · 02-12-2026, 11:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rust_never_sleeps

i didn't want to discourage the less gifted

lol

**Rust_never_sleeps** · 02-13-2026, 12:06 AM

My fab skills are only equalled by my Quadrajunk tuning abilities and my Pulitzer-worthy photography
Look upon my works ye mighty, and despair!

**3757chevy** · 02-13-2026, 04:01 AM

I got the doors completed and one installed. Dog noticed the change.

**zicc1835** · 02-15-2026, 09:17 PM

cleaned it up installed new water pump... next new thermostat was 160 going to 190

Cooter! · 02-18-2026, 03:56 PM

The stock rear needed an axle bearing... escalated quickly:/

Cooter! · 02-18-2026, 03:58 PM

1157's just aren't bright enough today on the road with everyone and their laser blinders on high

But I never like the look of the dots that LED lights have so I fitted some diffuser panels in the lens and I think they turned out great!

The pic has a hot spot in it, but they really are just a smooth solid block of light, fronts are next!

**zicc1835** · 02-18-2026, 10:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cooter!

1157's just aren't bright enough today on the road with everyone and their laser blinders on high

But I never like the look of the dots that LED lights have so I fitted some diffuser panels in the lens and I think they turned out great!

The pic has a hot spot in it, but they really are just a smooth solid block of light, fronts are next!

nice work

HO455 · 02-19-2026, 09:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cooter!

1157's just aren't bright enough today on the road with everyone and their laser blinders on high

But I never like the look of the dots that LED lights have so I fitted some diffuser panels in the lens and I think they turned out great!

The pic has a hot spot in it, but they really are just a smooth solid block of light, fronts are next!

They look good! Show us how you did the diffusers.

**zicc1835** · 02-19-2026, 08:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ho455

they look good! Show us how you did the diffusers.

x2

Furno68C20 · 02-22-2026, 10:47 AM

Today I installed a couple shims behind my newly installed water pump pulley. After smelling burnt rubber and breaking a belt I looked closer to the accessory belt alignment. The cooling fins on the alternator were touching the bet.

If you’re changing out a water pump, pay attention to the water pump shaft length. Aftermarket parts press the shaft in at different lengths.
Here are the shims I used.
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trapdoor2 · 02-24-2026, 01:55 PM

Just a little update, I haven't been here on the forum in a while.

The C10 has been in storage for a while but last month we finally found a good local speed shop and had her rollbacked off for reinstatement, updates and rework.

The job: update distributor to HEI. Update brakes to power discs on all 4 corners. Install 3:53 diff and posi. Install 2" hitch. Modernize A/C. Install upgrade headlight harness with relays, etc. New 15" steering wheel. New "orignal look" instrument panel, added tach.

What happened: all of the above + new wiring harness in cab (found shade-tree household wiring, duct-tape repairs and a general mess). New wiring aft of cab, same issues...+ added hitch wiring. New Holley carb...the original had worn shafts, linkages, etc. New shoes (radial T/As again).

Miz Diane is just back from her test drive in the picture. It's her truck...she just lets me drive it.

**Rust_never_sleeps** · 02-25-2026, 10:26 PM

I went to make a quick adjustment on the air door before a test drive....and ended up taking the air horn off, replacing the tension spring, dropping the secondary rod off the bracket(which seems impossible), then popping it off again to spear the internal lever with the choke shaft
No test drive,

I should probably stake the internal lever onto the choke rod. One less PITA

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 02-25-2026, 11:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rust_never_sleeps

I went to make a quick adjustment on the air door before a test drive....and ended up taking the air horn off, replacing the tension spring, dropping the secondary rod off the bracket(which seems impossible), then popping it off again to spear the internal lever with the choke shaft
No test drive,

I should probably stake the internal lever onto the choke rod. One less PITA

I hope you're talking about a carburetor.

**Rust_never_sleeps** · 02-25-2026, 11:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by '68OrangeSunshine

I hope you're talking about a carburetor.

If you don't hear from me for a few years, you'll know why

**ohboy321** · 02-26-2026, 02:20 PM

Today I decided to start the process of reupholstering and repairing my seat. I bought a new cover from Ricks Custom Upholstery 2 years ago, and CUSTOM/10 supplied a seat with the springs I need to replace 4 broken ones.

**Rust_never_sleeps** · 02-28-2026, 08:24 PM

Took advantage of a sunny day to poke into the wiper electrics and determined the motor is bad
A real PITA for a big guy with big hands to get in there, wish I had done this when I replaced the ducts and had easier access

Casper42 · 02-28-2026, 08:45 PM

took off the 54 year old bumper and sent to the shop for replating

Casper42 · 02-28-2026, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cooter!

1157's just aren't bright enough today on the road with everyone and their laser blinders on high

But I never like the look of the dots that LED lights have so I fitted some diffuser panels in the lens and I think they turned out great!

The pic has a hot spot in it, but they really are just a smooth solid block of light, fronts are next!

yup! the aftermarket LED's look reallllyyyyy cheap. I cringe everytime I see them on a truck. I was able to find really good LED 1157 equivalent bulbs that are brighter, great performance and still carry the OEM look. I've been using these for about 2 years.
https://www.amazon.com/Alopee-Extrem..._0_1_ec_t&th=1

72c20customcamper · 03-01-2026, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cooter!

The stock rear needed an axle bearing... escalated quickly:/

Very nice setup

**zicc1835** · 03-01-2026, 10:09 PM

bedsides came out of my attic today ..purchased SWB fleet side entire bed parts in 2016 a decade ago

hard to believe been tucked away that long

wpsharpshooter · 03-01-2026, 10:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zicc1835

bedsides came out of my attic today ..purchased SWB fleet side entire bed parts in 2016 a decade ago

hard to believe been tucked away that long

Crazy how time flies right... Mines been going on for 4 years now

**zicc1835** · 03-01-2026, 10:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wpsharpshooter

Crazy how time flies right... Mines been going on for 4 years now

I put this one on hold for 2 years to finish my step side ...so 6 years ...I hope to be driving it mid summer

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 03-02-2026, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zicc1835

bedsides came out of my attic today ..purchased SWB fleet side entire bed parts in 2016 a decade ago

hard to believe been tucked away that long

Probably better quality than you can get today.

**zicc1835** · 03-02-2026, 10:13 PM

took measurements from where the cab ends up past the cab mount and the bed side starts drilled through the frame for the positive cable and used a PCV valve cover grommet to protect it ...battery box installed..... finally

02-12-2026, 07:32 PM	#5651
brandnew72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2024 Location: Charleston, SC Posts: 53	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Not a C10, but semi fab-ish/repair work. My mom's 2000 Avalon has some issues, this front Catalytic converter being one. When I went to remove it, the rear manifold looked like this..... And drilled out the busted bolts and fixed the flange using some 3/8 ID copper tubing to keep the hole from filling with weld. New parts coming this week. Attached Images

02-13-2026, 12:06 AM	#5653
Rust_never_sleeps Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: San Ramon,CA Posts: 1,070	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter My fab skills are only equalled by my Quadrajunk tuning abilities and my Pulitzer-worthy photography Look upon my works ye mighty, and despair! Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 Custom longbed 350/350 “Carburetors are forgiving, timing is not” — Thunderhead289 Last edited by Rust_never_sleeps; 02-13-2026 at 02:45 PM.

02-13-2026, 04:01 AM	#5654
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,495	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I got the doors completed and one installed. Dog noticed the change. Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021-partially bought back 2024) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

02-15-2026, 09:17 PM	#5655
zicc1835 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Hanover NJ Posts: 4,842	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter cleaned it up installed new water pump... next new thermostat was 160 going to 190 Attached Images __________________ Grand Theft Auto https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=855961 Doc & Kim build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=722288 I am from the desert http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=650332 basket case build SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648557

02-18-2026, 03:56 PM	#5656
Cooter! Registered User Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: El Segundo, CA Posts: 22	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter The stock rear needed an axle bearing... escalated quickly:/

02-18-2026, 03:58 PM	#5657
Cooter! Registered User Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: El Segundo, CA Posts: 22	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter 1157's just aren't bright enough today on the road with everyone and their laser blinders on high But I never like the look of the dots that LED lights have so I fitted some diffuser panels in the lens and I think they turned out great! The pic has a hot spot in it, but they really are just a smooth solid block of light, fronts are next! Last edited by Cooter!; 02-18-2026 at 04:13 PM. Reason: duplicate

02-22-2026, 10:47 AM	#5661
Furno68C20 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Somonauk IL Posts: 333	Today I installed a couple shims behind my newly installed water pump pulley. After smelling burnt rubber and breaking a belt I looked closer to the accessory belt alignment. The cooling fins on the alternator were touching the bet. If you’re changing out a water pump, pay attention to the water pump shaft length. Aftermarket parts press the shaft in at different lengths. Here are the shims I used. Posted via Mobile Device

02-24-2026, 01:55 PM	#5662
trapdoor2 Registered User Join Date: May 2015 Location: Little River, SC Posts: 38	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Just a little update, I haven't been here on the forum in a while. The C10 has been in storage for a while but last month we finally found a good local speed shop and had her rollbacked off for reinstatement, updates and rework. The job: update distributor to HEI. Update brakes to power discs on all 4 corners. Install 3:53 diff and posi. Install 2" hitch. Modernize A/C. Install upgrade headlight harness with relays, etc. New 15" steering wheel. New "orignal look" instrument panel, added tach. What happened: all of the above + new wiring harness in cab (found shade-tree household wiring, duct-tape repairs and a general mess). New wiring aft of cab, same issues...+ added hitch wiring. New Holley carb...the original had worn shafts, linkages, etc. New shoes (radial T/As again). Miz Diane is just back from her test drive in the picture. It's her truck...she just lets me drive it. Attached Images __________________ ===Marc '69 Chevy C-10 CST/10 396 LWB, auto, air, PS, PB. '31 Ford Model A Deluxe Coupe...bone stock.

02-25-2026, 10:26 PM	#5663
Rust_never_sleeps Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: San Ramon,CA Posts: 1,070	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I went to make a quick adjustment on the air door before a test drive....and ended up taking the air horn off, replacing the tension spring, dropping the secondary rod off the bracket(which seems impossible), then popping it off again to spear the internal lever with the choke shaft No test drive, I should probably stake the internal lever onto the choke rod. One less PITA __________________ 1970 C10 Custom longbed 350/350 “Carburetors are forgiving, timing is not” — Thunderhead289

02-26-2026, 02:20 PM	#5666
ohboy321 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Dunbarton, NH Posts: 301	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Today I decided to start the process of reupholstering and repairing my seat. I bought a new cover from Ricks Custom Upholstery 2 years ago, and CUSTOM/10 supplied a seat with the springs I need to replace 4 broken ones. Attached Images __________________ Steve/NH 1967 K10 327 Short Bed Stepside

02-28-2026, 08:24 PM	#5667
Rust_never_sleeps Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: San Ramon,CA Posts: 1,070	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Took advantage of a sunny day to poke into the wiper electrics and determined the motor is bad A real PITA for a big guy with big hands to get in there, wish I had done this when I replaced the ducts and had easier access __________________ 1970 C10 Custom longbed 350/350 “Carburetors are forgiving, timing is not” — Thunderhead289

02-28-2026, 08:45 PM	#5668
Casper42 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 605	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter took off the 54 year old bumper and sent to the shop for replating Attached Images __________________ '72 C10 Cheyenne SWB North Carolina kept for 50 years, 75k original miles, Medium/Hawaiian Blue paint, 3 owners - one for 40 years & garaged kept. Original: sheetmetal, undercarriage, moldings, glass, immaculate unrestored bed. * * * New - rebuilt engine at 65k in 2015, one frame-on respray in 2010, front bumper, blue houndstooth seat, carpet, 8 inch rally wheels on 275-60R-15, LED lighting. - Semper Paratus!

03-01-2026, 10:09 PM	#5671
zicc1835 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Hanover NJ Posts: 4,842	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter bedsides came out of my attic today ..purchased SWB fleet side entire bed parts in 2016 a decade ago hard to believe been tucked away that long Attached Images __________________ Grand Theft Auto https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=855961 Doc & Kim build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=722288 I am from the desert http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=650332 basket case build SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648557

03-02-2026, 10:13 PM	#5675
zicc1835 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Hanover NJ Posts: 4,842	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter took measurements from where the cab ends up past the cab mount and the bed side starts drilled through the frame for the positive cable and used a PCV valve cover grommet to protect it ...battery box installed..... finally Attached Images __________________ Grand Theft Auto https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=855961 Doc & Kim build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=722288 I am from the desert http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=650332 basket case build SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648557



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