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maxxxy · 07-19-2010, 11:00 PM

This is my truck and its build.
it is an 1981 chevy c10 regular cab shortwide bed.
i bought it for $600 plus auction fees at an auction.

looks like bed/frame is bent but it is not. the motor is siting on one side causing the bed to flex.
this is pictures from the day i got it.

**N2TRUX** · 07-19-2010, 11:02 PM

Smoking deal...

maxxxy · 07-19-2010, 11:07 PM

pulled off bed

maxxxy · 07-19-2010, 11:16 PM

removed bag over axle brackets. will do a bag on bar wishbone setup

removed front notch reinforcement. will replace later

cut 1 inch out of notch

this is the current stance. i really like it

Davidmichael · 07-19-2010, 11:17 PM

nice score. Can't wait to see what you do to it.

maxxxy · 07-19-2010, 11:20 PM

i am about to build a wishbone link setup out of 2x2 1/8" tube. i ordered my rod ends/bushings from ***************** on sunday july 11th. its been 6 business days and they've yet to come in >

lol

joe231 · 07-20-2010, 07:01 AM

nice man!
that is one heck of a deal!
what auction was that?

scotts62 · 07-20-2010, 07:58 AM

keeping an eye on this one

JohnC · 07-20-2010, 08:20 AM

Glad to see you started a build thread. Looks like a good start to the project!

justpball · 07-20-2010, 09:23 AM

nice score!

glock35ipsc · 07-20-2010, 01:22 PM

Nice score!! But looking at the grille and the headlight/marker light, that's not an 81. Unless some changed out the grill, rad support and bumper, it's an 83 or >. What is the last 8 digits of the VIN?

maxxxy · 07-20-2010, 06:35 PM

thanks guys. i got it at dealers auto actiom in okc.
you really think thats an 83 and newer front? the last 8 in the vin is BS151210 Which i thought that B meant 81.

glock35ipsc · 07-20-2010, 07:02 PM

It's an 81 then, but that is not an 81-82 front end. This is what the 81-82's look like. Note the marker lights are in the bumper.

Single headlight option:

Dual headlight option:

mcbassin · 07-20-2010, 09:07 PM

Looks like a nice project and sweet price too! following along.

bjcaldwe · 07-21-2010, 08:08 PM

Cool build. I probably should have kept my 73 and done this intead of dreaming big about a 52 gmc lol.

maxxxy · 07-29-2010, 11:36 AM

finally got my rod ends in! (after 2 weeks in what was said to be 3 days)

i welded some 3/4" all thread to some to make them adjustable

i removed the front leaf spring perches and front support thingy to make room.

and i welded in my own "support thingy". lol

Niterider · 07-29-2010, 12:20 PM

I am totally gona be watching this build, this is exactly what I want to do with my suspension next summer! Keep up the great work!

JohnC · 07-29-2010, 01:10 PM

I like your detailed explanations of what you are doing. "Support Thingy"

jeepc1026 · 07-29-2010, 01:27 PM

Cool truck is that dealers auto auction? i always wanted a bagged truck but never had one lol i had a few chances at dealers auto auction just don't like buying other peoples projects to many bad experience lol cool truck though

JohnC · 07-29-2010, 01:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeepc1026

Cool truck is that dealers auto auction? i always wanted a bagged truck but never had one lol i had a few chances at dealers auto auction just don't like buying other peoples projects to many bad experience lol cool truck though

That's where it looks like.

joe231 · 07-29-2010, 01:45 PM

Nice!
I'm just curious what strength rating the all thread has. Most all of it I've seen is low or no grade, pretty weak stuff. Just trying to err on the cautious side

JohnC · 07-29-2010, 01:55 PM

Most all thread is grade 2. Which is soft.

*BGRAFX* · 07-29-2010, 02:03 PM

Nice score, already has flip handle and k5 tailgate band.

maxxxy · 07-29-2010, 11:24 PM

yeah dealers auto auction is correct. i normally would be hesitant on someone elses project but for the price and with as little things they couldve screwed it up beyond repair, i couldn't pass it up. and 99% of the body work is done too.
the guy at atwoods (who seemed to know what he was talking about) told me all thread as big as 3/4" should bea able to hold up to most anything i throw at it.

i was getting sick if the copper on the back of the cab so layed down some primer.

i added extra support to the support thingys. im pretty sure thats what they called it at the factory right? haha

maxxxy · 07-29-2010, 11:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BGRAFX

Nice score, already has flip handle and k5 tailgate band.

Yeah!!! its pretty sweet project i think

07-19-2010, 11:00 PM	#1
maxxxy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Norman, Oklahoma Posts: 557	Maxxxy's 81 bagged c10 build This is my truck and its build. it is an 1981 chevy c10 regular cab shortwide bed. i bought it for $600 plus auction fees at an auction. looks like bed/frame is bent but it is not. the motor is siting on one side causing the bed to flex. this is pictures from the day i got it. __________________ Max Max's bagged 81 81 rcsb bagged, 22s, build in progress 09 ext cab, 24" U2's, DD sub/amp Last edited by maxxxy; 05-10-2011 at 12:33 AM.

07-19-2010, 11:02 PM	#2
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build Smoking deal... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

07-19-2010, 11:07 PM	#3
maxxxy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Norman, Oklahoma Posts: 557	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build pulled off bed __________________ Max Max's bagged 81 81 rcsb bagged, 22s, build in progress 09 ext cab, 24" U2's, DD sub/amp

07-19-2010, 11:16 PM	#4
maxxxy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Norman, Oklahoma Posts: 557	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build removed bag over axle brackets. will do a bag on bar wishbone setup removed front notch reinforcement. will replace later cut 1 inch out of notch this is the current stance. i really like it __________________ Max Max's bagged 81 81 rcsb bagged, 22s, build in progress 09 ext cab, 24" U2's, DD sub/amp

07-19-2010, 11:17 PM	#5
Davidmichael Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Pittsburgh PA Posts: 686	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build nice score. Can't wait to see what you do to it. __________________ 86 Suburban 2WD = rolled it and totaled it 83 LWB STD Cab 4x4 = went to the scrapper. Was my baby. 84 Suburban 2WD = stripped it/ scrapped it 81 8 foot bed made into a trailer 86 Suburban going to be made into a trailer 91 Suburban 4x4 = that's my baby 00 S10 Xtreme STD Cab 01 S10 ZR2

07-19-2010, 11:20 PM	#6
maxxxy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Norman, Oklahoma Posts: 557	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build i am about to build a wishbone link setup out of 2x2 1/8" tube. i ordered my rod ends/bushings from ***************** on sunday july 11th. its been 6 business days and they've yet to come in > lol __________________ Max Max's bagged 81 81 rcsb bagged, 22s, build in progress 09 ext cab, 24" U2's, DD sub/amp

07-20-2010, 07:01 AM	#7
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build nice man! that is one heck of a deal! what auction was that? __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

07-20-2010, 07:58 AM	#8
scotts62 One day... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tuttle, Ok Posts: 9,240	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build keeping an eye on this one __________________ Scott 93 crew cab build Project 62

07-20-2010, 08:20 AM	#9
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build Glad to see you started a build thread. Looks like a good start to the project!

07-20-2010, 09:23 AM	#10
justpball Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Silverhill, Al Posts: 2,026	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build nice score! __________________ Fuzzy Dice Club Member 87 Crew SWB Build for the crew http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=430082 http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3232925 90 burb 2wd Build Thread For The Burb! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=383055

07-20-2010, 01:22 PM	#11
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build Nice score!! But looking at the grille and the headlight/marker light, that's not an 81. Unless some changed out the grill, rad support and bumper, it's an 83 or >. What is the last 8 digits of the VIN? __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

07-20-2010, 06:35 PM	#12
maxxxy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Norman, Oklahoma Posts: 557	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build thanks guys. i got it at dealers auto actiom in okc. you really think thats an 83 and newer front? the last 8 in the vin is BS151210 Which i thought that B meant 81. __________________ Max Max's bagged 81 81 rcsb bagged, 22s, build in progress 09 ext cab, 24" U2's, DD sub/amp

07-20-2010, 07:02 PM	#13
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build It's an 81 then, but that is not an 81-82 front end. This is what the 81-82's look like. Note the marker lights are in the bumper. Single headlight option: Dual headlight option: __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

07-20-2010, 09:07 PM	#14
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build Looks like a nice project and sweet price too! following along. __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

07-21-2010, 08:08 PM	#15
bjcaldwe Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 1,169	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build Cool build. I probably should have kept my 73 and done this intead of dreaming big about a 52 gmc lol. __________________ My AD Truck Build Thread 52 GMC one day laying on the running boards 2004 Chevy Crewcab. 3/5 and notched



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07-29-2010, 11:36 AM	#16
maxxxy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Norman, Oklahoma Posts: 557	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build finally got my rod ends in! (after 2 weeks in what was said to be 3 days) i welded some 3/4" all thread to some to make them adjustable i removed the front leaf spring perches and front support thingy to make room. and i welded in my own "support thingy". lol __________________ Max Max's bagged 81 81 rcsb bagged, 22s, build in progress 09 ext cab, 24" U2's, DD sub/amp Last edited by maxxxy; 07-29-2010 at 11:37 AM.

07-29-2010, 12:20 PM	#17
Niterider Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Portageville Missouri Posts: 31	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build I am totally gona be watching this build, this is exactly what I want to do with my suspension next summer! Keep up the great work! __________________ 1985 C-10 5.7L

07-29-2010, 01:10 PM	#18
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build I like your detailed explanations of what you are doing. "Support Thingy"

07-29-2010, 01:27 PM	#19
jeepc1026 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Oklahoma City,OK Posts: 6	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build Cool truck is that dealers auto auction? i always wanted a bagged truck but never had one lol i had a few chances at dealers auto auction just don't like buying other peoples projects to many bad experience lol cool truck though

07-29-2010, 01:45 PM	#21
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build Nice! I'm just curious what strength rating the all thread has. Most all of it I've seen is low or no grade, pretty weak stuff. Just trying to err on the cautious side __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

07-29-2010, 01:55 PM	#22
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build Most all thread is grade 2. Which is soft.

07-29-2010, 02:03 PM	#23
BGRAFX Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: kansas city Ks Posts: 1,970	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build Nice score, already has flip handle and k5 tailgate band.

07-29-2010, 11:24 PM	#24
maxxxy Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Norman, Oklahoma Posts: 557	Re: maxxy's 81 bagged c10 build yeah dealers auto auction is correct. i normally would be hesitant on someone elses project but for the price and with as little things they couldve screwed it up beyond repair, i couldn't pass it up. and 99% of the body work is done too. the guy at atwoods (who seemed to know what he was talking about) told me all thread as big as 3/4" should bea able to hold up to most anything i throw at it. i was getting sick if the copper on the back of the cab so layed down some primer. i added extra support to the support thingys. im pretty sure thats what they called it at the factory right? haha __________________ Max Max's bagged 81 81 rcsb bagged, 22s, build in progress 09 ext cab, 24" U2's, DD sub/amp

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