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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
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Additionally when I was shopping the brackets, I don’t recall seeing any different version. When they come in, I’ll post up some pics and cross my fingers they are right. |
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
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I ordered the Brothers tailgate trunions and will do those before I install the rear bumper..appreciate your help
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
I’m sure your board neighbors from Ca will chime in here I have purchased 3 trucks in the past from your state and the titles / registrations need to be current I can’t think of the name of the designation at the moment I suffer from CRS ….. or you go through the BS your going through now Good Luck with getting it done be patient with the AUTHORITIES Lord knows they have the authority
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You can also get "moving permits" from the DMV to make it legal to roll from shop to shop, but most folks don't bother. At least the office in the mall is pretty quick and they've always been courteous there
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
I went through this exact thing with a 70 c30 I dragged back from Oregon. In addition to the things you mentioned I had issues with it being a camper and the camper was removed so they were calling it “incomplete” (you won’t have that). Also there were questions about some missing sticker, hence the need for the CHP trip.
I had to load it on a trailer, weigh it at the scale, unload, weigh again, reload. But it worked. It’s a real pain but you’ll get through it.
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
Terribly annoying… it’s a c10! It weighs ballpark what other c10s weigh. This is a typical CA money grab
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Thank you for the confirmation
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
I was able to get the truck registered yesterday and received plates.
After providing the vin verification form (which cost me $160), I went back to the dmv. I was anticipating that they were going to send me to the scales and I would need to figure out how to get the truck there when it isn’t running well. When we got to that part (I was holding my breath), she asked me how much the truck weighed, I told her my estimate, she entered it into the computer, and she handed me plates/sticker. Phew, dodged one there! ![]()
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
Nice!!
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
Just for reference, annual weight registration fee:
0-2999lbs: $8 3000-4000lbs: $24 4001-5000lbs: $80 5001-6000lbs: $154 What a joke CA
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
I picked up a pair of 275/60/15 BFGs this weekend. Now I need to find a couple more and then I’ll get the truck rallys on.
Also, I’m going to try to get the i6 250 running well. But if I can’t, I will try to find a complete 350 or 396 from someone that moved on to an LS swap. I’m wondering if you guys could steer me to what to look for, what to stay away from when it comes to stock take-off 350 or 396 engines? Any years more desirable than others? Any years that will be drop in replacement as opposed to others? Thank you
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
About the oil. The industry went to multi-grade for a reason. Cold 30W oil is thick and moves slowly throughout the engine, not protecting parts as well as it should. I'd start with 10W-30, or 5W-30, but not straight 30W. Then if the oil pressure gets a little low when the engine is warmed up to 180-200F, jump up to 10W-40 at the next oil change to compensate for large clearances.
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
I installed one of those in my truck a year or two ago. It had a ridge of extra molded grip rubber sticking out around the perimeter that I wasn't too thrilled about. It has since worn off from use.
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
Any more pictures of the truck?
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
You know, I actually haven’t fired it up or had it out of the garage since the day it arrived. Here are a couple more pics. I promise I’ll take some proper pics once it’s running well enough to drive around the neighborhood confidently.
I did manage to get the oil filter on today and started draining the coolant in anticipation of the radiator arriving tomorrow. Oh, and rear bumper arrived. Just need to find time to slowly make progress on these things.
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
Looks good!
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
Thank you
And if anyone has a recommendation for a dash pad source, I’d be appreciative. Would like to replace mine.
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
Very nice truck. I'm currently restoring my 70 in Concord. Maybe I'll see you around the local shows soon. Good luck with it.
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
I have one of these, on the recommendation of Grumpy. It has a hard plastic core.
https://www.truckandcarshop.com/truc...2/t60_028.html
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I use the Dashes Direct pad. No drama with installation!
https://dashesdirect.com/product/196...-gmc-dash-pad/ Best price is through Summit.
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
I have a dashes direct dash in hand that I purchased many years ago before they discontinued the stock style and only offer the urethane. Best of luck to those with the current offerings.
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Re: Purchased a 1969 C10 Short Bed - Pleasanton, CA
I just read through this thread. Nice truck and a great find. I'm subbing to watch and possibly offer advice if needed.
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The easiest way to remove and install a dash pad is to have the cluster, radio and glovebox removed to access the nuts. Otherwise it is easy.
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