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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
I know the way a vehicle is geared makes a ton of difference. I don't know much about automatic transmissions LOL. So I apologized for anything that may sound crazy about a transmission of choice or whatever.
I just basically want the truck to run strong at 55 to 70 mph. |
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
Malibu- I never heard of that transmission or had no dealing with one of those but it sounds good.
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
No harm no foul.
![]() The SM465 is the most common heavy-duty, "granny low" 4-speed manual used in our trucks from '67 or '68 until 4-speeds went out of style in the late 80's. The NP435 is a similar transmission, just from a different manufacturer and less common in Chevys. The TH350 usually came in 1/2 ton and light 3/4 ton trucks - the TH400's gear ratios are similar but it's much more stout in stock form, the 4L80 being a very close relative with a few strengthened parts and a moderate overdrive. The 700r4 became the 4l60, neither of which are overly durable without upgrades but they have a fast overdrive ratio.
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
I have yet to make my mind up on a tranmission due to time and money. Hopefully my work picks back up soon at Winchester. Since Trump got in office.... The bullet business not doing so well.
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
If you are using the LS motor and electronics put a 4L80E in it. You have the electronics to run it and the transmission has the strength, gearing and overdrive to do everything you want to do with it. Plus the fuel mileage and lowered engine wear of being able to tow in O/D will be better than a 4L60E or TH400.
As said in other posts, long wheelbase, 3/4 ton 3.73 gears, big brakes, trailer brakes, weight distributing hitch and a Dual Cam sway control are all your friends. It is not about the ability to pull the load. It is about the ability to Control the Load when something out of the ordinary happens. And sooner or later if you tow much it will. If you value your life and your equipment prepare for that as you choose your towing equipment. Take into consideration that your load is always heavier than you think because you have to account for everything you take along, Tools, fuel, water support equipment, food, comfort supplies etc. And we all seem to upgrade so when your flatbed trailer becomes an enclosed trailer will you have to update your tow vehicle or already have the vehicle you need. less expensive to do it right the first time. |
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That's when I started looking for a crew-cab square body (I wanted a 3/4 ton single wheel). But, a board member had a CC dually & just like that we swapped trucks. I think a 3/4 ton would be the optimal step up (not too big, not too small etc).
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took me 30 years to do it, though. K
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
Higher capacity:
Frame Springs Axle Tires Brakes And not an absolute rule but in most instances heavier duty transmission and different engine equipment - more/bigger fluid coolers, different/less emissions apparatus, etc. There is a substantial difference, it just all got put under the same body panels. In stock form I can differentiate a 10 series truck from a 20/30 series truck as it drives by, without seeing the emblem - just little hints in tire size, stance, etc. give them away. With 1,000 lbs. in the bed, for an "average equipped" truck: The 1/2 ton will be squatting substantially The 3/4 ton will be sitting slightly lower than normal, maybe dead level front to back And the 1-ton (even a single-rear-wheel model without optional super stout springs) will be sitting 2" lower than normal ride height.
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![]() my camper loaded is 2500+, and the truck does not drop one bit. when i hook on the trailer as well, then it comes down a couple inches. G52 springs, 4600lbs cap. |
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
4,600 per side? Ahh, I was going by the way my 3,750 and 3,900 lb.-rates act - stock springs for a SRW fleetside. But I'm sure that's true of the heavier springs.
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
The 3/4 ton sounds nice... is it thread on here showing nothing but 3/4 tons all nice, suited n booted ? Like "let's see those 3/4 tons" if so link me to it here on this thread. Thanks
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
Not sure about squarebody 3/4 ton pic threads, but here's some factory literature and 20 and 30 series specs:
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Alex V. ------ 1967 C10 Suburban, 350/NP435, Green/Green, PS, PB, HD cooling, charging, shocks, and springs. 1985 GMC C3500 SRW, Sierra Classic, 454/TH400, white/blue. Last edited by Alex V.; 02-25-2017 at 10:17 AM. |
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
oldcarbrochures.org or https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/gm-...tion-kits.html is a good place for pics and detailed specs on all these trucks.
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
Thanks!! Very helpful info
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
Many of the 1/2 tons and 3/4 tons used the exact same size engine, but the 3/4 tons had stronger axles, stronger springs for load capability, and stronger brakes for stopping power. I've heard a rumor that the 2wd frame is different from 1/2 to 3/4 ton, but the 4wd frame is the same on both. I cannot confirm 100%.
But, since the major difference between the 1/2 ton and 3/4 ton is NOT the engine, but rather in the brakes/springs/axles, that gives you a little clue as to what YOUR priorities should be for towing and load capabilities also.
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
Been awhile since I updated here. I finally got my hands on a truck. The truck is a 97 model 3/4 with a 454ci . The truck pulls good but I'm looking to upgrade to some nice wheels.
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
Congratulations.
Post up some pics!
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
Congrats ! That will be a very nice truck I'm sure
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
Know its been years since i posted on the thread. I just snoop around on here instead of posting but i want to update you guys on what i bought. I bought a 97 chevy 3/4 ton 454ci truck for 1800 bucks from a close friend of mine. I honestly dont like the way the 88-98 trucks look but i couldn't pass up a running truck for that price. So far i have bought a set of polk audio door speakers and a pioneer headunit. The tint is turning purple so its go need some new tint soon. I also picked up a diamond plated toolbox for 30 dollars from a coworker. I also plan on installing a trans temp gauge as well. And the headlights need to be updated.... they are oxidized pretty bad.
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
Sorry for asking but how do i post pictures?
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
Not sure how if they're coming straight from your phone.
Some guys use hosting sites but I find them pesky. I save my pics to my computer in a file. When I want to post a pic in a thread, I click the 'Manage Attachments' button (in the options box below when you're posting). Once you click that button & go to that 'Manage Attachments' screen, you get a pop-up for inserting your pic. I click Browse, find the file & pic on my computer, select the pic to save to the attachments box, upload the pic, & then preview my post to make sure I like what I see. Pics need to be a certain size. If they're too large, the site can't host them.
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Re: Towing C10..... what do I need ?
Can't provide an unbiased answer here..... I've never owned a 4x4 so all my towing was w/old school 2wd's.
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