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Brads71C10 · 12-13-2011, 12:28 PM

Picked this up on Thanksgiving Day. Little rough around the edges but I'm liking it. Doing a few little tweaks to make sure all is good and plan to drive everyday.

here is the day 1 pics

didnt really like the rattle can green paint, so broke out the 400 grit and sanded it away and ended up with some green and some sorta patina look. i think it looks much better.

Next steps: I need to get a set of tires!!!! I like the black wall look, so I ask...what tire would you all recommend? 235-75-15 will be the size....just looking for a good tire that will fit the look. I will be using the 15x8 Truck Rally wheels...just need some new tread....THOUGHTS/SUGGESTIONS?

Brad

I will get more pictures once I get new tires put on of the bed/interior.

hopped up · 12-13-2011, 12:53 PM

Nice truck! What engine,tranny? What plans you have for it?
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oem4me · 12-13-2011, 01:04 PM

Wow! Skip the tires, it floats! Cool truck!

**Clyde65** · 12-13-2011, 01:16 PM

Are you going to do any upgrades? what is your plans? 5lug? disk brakes? etc etc

72BlckButy · 12-13-2011, 01:17 PM

Awesome buy/save!

Can't wait to see what all is in store.

Brads71C10 · 12-13-2011, 02:27 PM

I was told that it is a 350/350 but i haven't verified the #'s on the block yet. Hope to do that this weekend.

Plans are to just fix all the small stuff (truck has been sitting since 2004...so had to fix a few wiring issues (WD40 and some new bulbs), cleaned a few things underneath (tons of old dirt...you all know what i'm talking about)....radio didnt work (friend of mine fixed that so hope to get it put back in by the weekend).....basically, just get it safe to drive on the road day/night and drive her like she is.

I do plan to put power steering on there, but gonna see how she does once I get new tires....maybe a spring project.

thanks for the compliments..........keep them coming and oh yeah, she will only float for so long....hope to get some tires by Friday.

markeb01 · 12-13-2011, 02:34 PM

Nice looking truck, doesn't appear to need very much. When you're taking interior photos, perhaps you could take shots of the inside and outside of the spotlight brackets. That isn't a factory external bracket, but it seems to look and fit nicer than the originals. I'd like to try and determine what that bracket is from to share with others that might want to add one.

Brads71C10 · 12-13-2011, 02:35 PM

sure will. i will try to snap a picture tonight.

1963c-10 · 12-13-2011, 02:51 PM

Nice truck and welcome. im running 235/75 R15. ill get a pic posted for you so you can see the stance. Important things: make sure it starts, stops and steers.

Brads71C10 · 12-13-2011, 02:53 PM

i like it! what brand tire are you running?

1963c-10 · 12-13-2011, 02:55 PM

These are Dunlops, got from the local tire place for $220 mounted/balanced. I already had the rims off the truck while doing the brakes, so saved a little on the install and removal. I like the truck with a little more height than the stock tire.

**62 Longbed** · 12-13-2011, 07:06 PM

Very nice truck !!! Plus I like the color !!! Welcome to the site ...

**Captainfab** · 12-14-2011, 01:36 AM

Good looking truck

I've had good luck with both Dunlops and Coopers.

amccomb · 12-14-2011, 05:29 PM

Nice truck I have a 66 as well, welcome to the forum. good luck

nomrlz · 12-14-2011, 06:12 PM

nice truck. the more i see some of you guys pictures. the more i wish the po woulda left the side trim on ours. i just think it makes these look so much more "finished"

**66ChevyMax** · 12-14-2011, 06:53 PM

Love the mirrors!

Brads71C10 · 12-15-2011, 10:23 AM

Here is the utility light. crappy cell phone pic. sorry.

MalibuKasey · 12-15-2011, 11:13 AM

Welcome from down the road!! I LOVEEEE Your truck! :-)

Brads71C10 · 12-15-2011, 11:18 AM

Likewise. that is one sweet truck you have there.

doobiebro · 12-16-2011, 12:04 AM

Good looking solid truck. You already ahead....

likaroc13 · 12-16-2011, 01:35 AM

nice truck...looks like a good one to start with

**jocko** · 12-16-2011, 02:26 AM

great truck! you asked about tires - I prefer blackwalls also, had a heckuva time finding them in 235/75/15 (but that's what I wanted, so that's what I got). I went with Primewell (from Tires Plus, normally...) One word of warning, and maybe it's just the set of tires I bought because i've never heard anyone else complain - but my tires came new with some goopy film. Took forever to get it off the first time, and, oddly, it kinda bleeds back up after a time. Anyway, despite that little oddity, I like the tires and they are pretty inexpensive.

Here's what they look like on my truck.

**yote1234** · 12-19-2011, 02:15 PM

like the truck a bunch ! nice,, original look. love the color!!!

dahoof · 12-19-2011, 02:48 PM

Very nice!

farmtrucks · 12-22-2011, 06:59 PM

Luv the truck , luv the color and patina.... dont dare paint it... takes many years to achieve the look you already have. .

12-13-2011, 12:28 PM	#1
Brads71C10 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Germanton, NC Posts: 34	New 2 me 1966 Picked this up on Thanksgiving Day. Little rough around the edges but I'm liking it. Doing a few little tweaks to make sure all is good and plan to drive everyday. here is the day 1 pics didnt really like the rattle can green paint, so broke out the 400 grit and sanded it away and ended up with some green and some sorta patina look. i think it looks much better. Next steps: I need to get a set of tires!!!! I like the black wall look, so I ask...what tire would you all recommend? 235-75-15 will be the size....just looking for a good tire that will fit the look. I will be using the 15x8 Truck Rally wheels...just need some new tread....THOUGHTS/SUGGESTIONS? Brad I will get more pictures once I get new tires put on of the bed/interior.

12-13-2011, 12:53 PM	#2
hopped up Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: los angeles,ca Posts: 3,617	Re: New 2 me 1966 Nice truck! What engine,tranny? What plans you have for it? Posted via Mobile Device

12-13-2011, 01:04 PM	#3
oem4me Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Burbank CA Posts: 3,055	Re: New 2 me 1966 Wow! Skip the tires, it floats! Cool truck! Attached Images

12-13-2011, 01:16 PM	#4
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,541	Re: New 2 me 1966 Are you going to do any upgrades? what is your plans? 5lug? disk brakes? etc etc __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

12-13-2011, 01:17 PM	#5
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: New 2 me 1966 Awesome buy/save! Can't wait to see what all is in store. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

12-13-2011, 02:27 PM	#6
Brads71C10 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Germanton, NC Posts: 34	Re: New 2 me 1966 I was told that it is a 350/350 but i haven't verified the #'s on the block yet. Hope to do that this weekend. Plans are to just fix all the small stuff (truck has been sitting since 2004...so had to fix a few wiring issues (WD40 and some new bulbs), cleaned a few things underneath (tons of old dirt...you all know what i'm talking about)....radio didnt work (friend of mine fixed that so hope to get it put back in by the weekend).....basically, just get it safe to drive on the road day/night and drive her like she is. I do plan to put power steering on there, but gonna see how she does once I get new tires....maybe a spring project. thanks for the compliments..........keep them coming and oh yeah, she will only float for so long....hope to get some tires by Friday.

12-13-2011, 02:34 PM	#7
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: New 2 me 1966 Nice looking truck, doesn't appear to need very much. When you're taking interior photos, perhaps you could take shots of the inside and outside of the spotlight brackets. That isn't a factory external bracket, but it seems to look and fit nicer than the originals. I'd like to try and determine what that bracket is from to share with others that might want to add one.

12-13-2011, 02:35 PM	#8
Brads71C10 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Germanton, NC Posts: 34	Re: New 2 me 1966 sure will. i will try to snap a picture tonight.

12-13-2011, 02:51 PM	#9
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: New 2 me 1966 Nice truck and welcome. im running 235/75 R15. ill get a pic posted for you so you can see the stance. Important things: make sure it starts, stops and steers. Attached Images __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

12-13-2011, 02:53 PM	#10
Brads71C10 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Germanton, NC Posts: 34	Re: New 2 me 1966 i like it! what brand tire are you running?

12-13-2011, 02:55 PM	#11
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: New 2 me 1966 These are Dunlops, got from the local tire place for $220 mounted/balanced. I already had the rims off the truck while doing the brakes, so saved a little on the install and removal. I like the truck with a little more height than the stock tire. __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

12-13-2011, 07:06 PM	#12
62 Longbed Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Gresham , Oregon Posts: 588	Re: New 2 me 1966 Very nice truck !!! Plus I like the color !!! Welcome to the site ... Attached Images

12-14-2011, 01:36 AM	#13
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,247	Re: New 2 me 1966 Good looking truck I've had good luck with both Dunlops and Coopers. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

12-14-2011, 05:29 PM	#14
amccomb Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: mass Posts: 150	Re: New 2 me 1966 Nice truck I have a 66 as well, welcome to the forum. good luck

12-14-2011, 06:12 PM	#15
nomrlz Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Wataga,IL Posts: 666	Re: New 2 me 1966 nice truck. the more i see some of you guys pictures. the more i wish the po woulda left the side trim on ours. i just think it makes these look so much more "finished"



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12-14-2011, 06:53 PM	#16
66ChevyMax Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Wolfforth, Texas Posts: 976	Re: New 2 me 1966 Love the mirrors! __________________ Craig 1966 Chevrolet C10 - Supercharged LS3 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 1957 Chevrolet 2dr Hardtop "It makes sence if you don't think about it" Mesquite 1966 C10 - LS3 W/ Air Ride http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4989763

12-15-2011, 10:23 AM	#17
Brads71C10 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Germanton, NC Posts: 34	Re: New 2 me 1966 Here is the utility light. crappy cell phone pic. sorry.

12-15-2011, 11:13 AM	#18
MalibuKasey Artist Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Rockwell NC Posts: 422	Re: New 2 me 1966 Welcome from down the road!! I LOVEEEE Your truck! :-) Attached Images __________________ 66 Chevy C10 283ci~cough~ SBW Fleet Buttercup '66

12-15-2011, 11:18 AM	#19
Brads71C10 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Germanton, NC Posts: 34	Re: New 2 me 1966 Likewise. that is one sweet truck you have there.

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12-16-2011, 01:35 AM	#21
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	Re: New 2 me 1966 nice truck...looks like a good one to start with __________________ _____________________________________________ Phillip My Build threads: 1966 Chevy C-10 "Black Betty" shortbed, fleetside, BBW, 327 V8/ Powerglide (under construction) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ighlight=betty 1997 Chevy Tahoe, 2dr/2wd, mild custom (Daily driver) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601142 Pics: '66 C-10 https://flic.kr/s/aHsjHWD4h9 '97 Tahoe https://flic.kr/s/aHsjGZ7wKP '93 C-1500 https://flic.kr/s/aHskxdpdnQ '88 S-10 Blazer https://flic.kr/s/aHsjYGx4Md Previous Rides: 1993 Chevy S-10 ext. cab, 4.3L, 4/5 drop (Sold) 1993 Chevy C-1500 short/step Retro-Rod (Sold) 1988 S-10 Blazer 2dr/2wd mild custom (Sold)

12-16-2011, 02:26 AM	#22
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,962	Re: New 2 me 1966 great truck! you asked about tires - I prefer blackwalls also, had a heckuva time finding them in 235/75/15 (but that's what I wanted, so that's what I got). I went with Primewell (from Tires Plus, normally...) One word of warning, and maybe it's just the set of tires I bought because i've never heard anyone else complain - but my tires came new with some goopy film. Took forever to get it off the first time, and, oddly, it kinda bleeds back up after a time. Anyway, despite that little oddity, I like the tires and they are pretty inexpensive. Here's what they look like on my truck. Attached Images

12-19-2011, 02:15 PM	#23
yote1234 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Gold Canyon Arizona Posts: 4,336	Re: New 2 me 1966 like the truck a bunch ! nice,, original look. love the color!!! __________________ 1971 K5 CST Blazer 1965 Chevelle Malibu 283 (sadly sold) 1968 Camaro 327 1968 Honda mini-trail z50a #377 1966 uh 1-D Huey

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12-22-2011, 06:59 PM	#25
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