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wichitawings · 06-17-2005, 10:34 PM

Hi everyone,
I have a 72 SWB custom C10 that I want to fix up (it was actually it real good shape 5 years ago but I drove it full time until a year and half ago).

I would be interested in getting some feedback on some of the things I want to do. I've attached pictures below (sorry about the quality). These pictures are 6 years and right after I had it painted.

1. Trim: I've gone back and forth over whether to put on the bottom trim(my truck is the only one I've seen with only top trim) (this truck was the cheapest model but it had factory power brakes and auto transmission and only top trim (but no radio and it had a 6 cylinder- I've included pictures of the odd air cleaner needed to clear the booster) my understanding is that this truck belonged to the brother of the chevy dealer in Jetmore KS.

2. Color: I kind of want to switch the color to either "Tangiers orange" or "Hawaiian Blue" because I like those colors better than the current color. I've pretty much convinced myself that this wouldn't be feasible since I don't have a lot of money.

3. Two-tone? related to #1 I want to do a two tone but I would have to add the bottom trim and also it wouldn't look right unless I got the bright molding for the windshield and back glass.

4. I'm also considering lowering the truck some.

this board is great and there's a treasure trove of info which will help me with my truck.
thanks
Richard Preston (Wichitawings)

72 Chevy C10 SWB
350 automatic

**Hart_Rod** · 06-17-2005, 10:45 PM

Welcome from FL! Nice truck, make it look like you want.

Rob

**Palf70Step** · 06-17-2005, 10:56 PM

To me your truck is beautiful as is. I agfree that A different color would be my first choice, but if you don't hve a lot of cash and as nice is that is, I would keep it for now. Maybe some wider wheels and tires for starters. I use my trucks to much for lowering, but a slight (like 2/3) might be the look your after and still maintain useability.

Welcome to the board.

Don't rush into anything, I am sure we can give you about a thousand recommendations to ponder over, then decide what you want.

krue · 06-17-2005, 11:01 PM

Welcome to the board from South Mississippi. That truck is sweet just the way it sits! If it was mine I would just drive around with a big old grin.

wichitawings · 06-17-2005, 11:12 PM

thanks but it doesn't look like this right now because:
my wife wrecked the tailgate and the clear coat has peeled off in a number of places and few other things, but it's still pretty nice

I am going to get some aluminum or alloy wheels

71-longbed · 06-17-2005, 11:28 PM

i'd leave it .. and just drive the sucker .. very nice .. wish i had a SWB somtimes .. but longbeds are nice when you need to move or haul some major stuff

looks great !!!!

powell72 · 06-17-2005, 11:48 PM

Drop it and drive it. Sweet truck.

kelsfine69 · 06-18-2005, 12:05 AM

I like the bottom mouldings, most venders sell them. Keep the white top and pick the color you like, even if you put the lower mouldings on, you can add white to the middle to match the top, or white top only.

redhead69 · 06-18-2005, 12:34 AM

You could bring that white down to the molding and use it a seperation point to your new bottom color. Slam it and throw on some meats. Just a different view.

ACES · 06-18-2005, 12:58 AM

I like it with only the top molding. Its a little different from everyone else's on this board. After seeing yours, I'm tempted to take the bottom molding off of mine.

**Yukon Jack** · 06-18-2005, 08:38 AM

Welcome from a Wichita native. Rims always are a nice addition and make big changes to our trucks. A little drop (or even alot of drop) is always nice too.

kaycee · 06-18-2005, 10:42 AM

Put the other style ralley wheels on it from mid 70's with a wider tire in back

**special-K** · 06-18-2005, 11:43 AM

I like the trim/color combo as it is.Lower the stance,makes a big change in attitude.I`d stay with Rallyes unless you`re going to hot rod it.

lloyd k · 06-18-2005, 11:52 AM

i like it too,make it your own and it will have allot of charactor

wichitawings · 06-20-2005, 12:15 AM

thanks for the feedback everyone

jeffnstef · 06-20-2005, 07:00 AM

Lower it and you will be amazed at the difference. The paint looks good, wheels and tires are always a good investment.

oj70chevy · 06-20-2005, 07:44 AM

from SA Texas. I don't know how to tell you, but If I was you I would change out the V-6 for a v-8 and send me the V-6. JK. nice truck you have how about some updated pics and info on the motor.

edmonton72 · 06-20-2005, 12:53 PM

Your turck looks good as is. If you want to lower it I would go with airbags so you can change the height.

67ChevyRedneck · 06-20-2005, 01:13 PM

1. The truck does look a little awkward without the bottom trim, ever thought about losing the trim completely? Cheaper than buying and adding the bottom trim.

2. Without buying the bottom trim pieces you can save money to paint it whatever color you want.

3. See #1.

4. I prefer stock trucks, but they look good with 2 1/2 drop spindles and 4" lower springs in the rear. If you drop it, I'd consider some shorter in height tires. It looks good stock, but the tires look too big for a drop truck. I think it would also look "cleaner" lowered without the upper trim.

Welcome to the board from beautiful greenville, sc. You have an awesome truck. It's all really up to you. All of the above are my opinion and can-not be used or reproduced without my expressed written consent and can not be held against me in a court of law

06-17-2005, 10:45 PM	#2
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,859	Welcome from FL! Nice truck, make it look like you want. Rob __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

06-17-2005, 10:56 PM	#3
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	To me your truck is beautiful as is. I agfree that A different color would be my first choice, but if you don't hve a lot of cash and as nice is that is, I would keep it for now. Maybe some wider wheels and tires for starters. I use my trucks to much for lowering, but a slight (like 2/3) might be the look your after and still maintain useability. Welcome to the board. Don't rush into anything, I am sure we can give you about a thousand recommendations to ponder over, then decide what you want. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

06-17-2005, 11:01 PM	#4
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Welcome to the board from South Mississippi. That truck is sweet just the way it sits! If it was mine I would just drive around with a big old grin. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

06-17-2005, 11:12 PM	#5
wichitawings Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: wichita, ks Posts: 6	thanks for the feedback thanks but it doesn't look like this right now because: my wife wrecked the tailgate and the clear coat has peeled off in a number of places and few other things, but it's still pretty nice I am going to get some aluminum or alloy wheels

06-17-2005, 11:28 PM	#6
71-longbed Its Magically Delicious Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: oregon Posts: 2,398	i'd leave it .. and just drive the sucker .. very nice .. wish i had a SWB somtimes .. but longbeds are nice when you need to move or haul some major stuff looks great !!!! __________________ 71 C10 LWB 350sbc -TH350 12 bolt 3.42 Posi Of all my favorite things to do, The utmost is to have a brew. My love grows for my foamy friend, with each thirst-quenching elbow bend. Beer so frosty, smooth, and cold it's paradise pure liquid gold. Yes beer means many things to me that's all for now cus I gotta pee.

06-17-2005, 10:34 PM	#1
wichitawings Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: wichita, ks Posts: 6	Want your opinions thanks Hi everyone, I have a 72 SWB custom C10 that I want to fix up (it was actually it real good shape 5 years ago but I drove it full time until a year and half ago). I would be interested in getting some feedback on some of the things I want to do. I've attached pictures below (sorry about the quality). These pictures are 6 years and right after I had it painted. 1. Trim: I've gone back and forth over whether to put on the bottom trim(my truck is the only one I've seen with only top trim) (this truck was the cheapest model but it had factory power brakes and auto transmission and only top trim (but no radio and it had a 6 cylinder- I've included pictures of the odd air cleaner needed to clear the booster) my understanding is that this truck belonged to the brother of the chevy dealer in Jetmore KS. 2. Color: I kind of want to switch the color to either "Tangiers orange" or "Hawaiian Blue" because I like those colors better than the current color. I've pretty much convinced myself that this wouldn't be feasible since I don't have a lot of money. 3. Two-tone? related to #1 I want to do a two tone but I would have to add the bottom trim and also it wouldn't look right unless I got the bright molding for the windshield and back glass. 4. I'm also considering lowering the truck some. this board is great and there's a treasure trove of info which will help me with my truck. thanks Richard Preston (Wichitawings) 72 Chevy C10 SWB 350 automatic Attached Images

06-17-2005, 11:48 PM	#7
powell72 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Loveland Co. Posts: 3,098	Drop it and drive it. Sweet truck. __________________ Chris 74 Custom Deluxe SWB 350/350/3.73’s 99 2wd Silverado RCSB 5.3/4L60/3.90’s http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...short_bed.html

06-18-2005, 12:05 AM	#8
kelsfine69 18 Till I Die Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 1,522	I like the bottom mouldings, most venders sell them. Keep the white top and pick the color you like, even if you put the lower mouldings on, you can add white to the middle to match the top, or white top only.

06-18-2005, 12:34 AM	#9
redhead69 fugedaboutit Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Gresham, OR Posts: 832	You could bring that white down to the molding and use it a seperation point to your new bottom color. Slam it and throw on some meats. Just a different view. __________________ Currently truckless

06-18-2005, 12:58 AM	#10
ACES Life is a gamble Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Lee's Summit, MO Posts: 796	I like it with only the top molding. Its a little different from everyone else's on this board. After seeing yours, I'm tempted to take the bottom molding off of mine. __________________ 1970 Orange CST C-10 w/350, posi, Longbed The torpid artist seeks inspiration at any cost, by virtue or by vice, by friend or by fiend, by prayer or by wine. -- Ralph Waldo Emerson

06-18-2005, 08:38 AM	#11
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,684	Welcome from a Wichita native. Rims always are a nice addition and make big changes to our trucks. A little drop (or even alot of drop) is always nice too. __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

06-18-2005, 10:42 AM	#12
kaycee Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Wyoming USA Posts: 2,446	Put the other style ralley wheels on it from mid 70's with a wider tire in back __________________ 2001 Silverado K-1500 2005 FXDWG stage3 69 CHEVY Short/Step 327/4L60 373 posi 63 IMPALA 327

06-18-2005, 11:43 AM	#13
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	I like the trim/color combo as it is.Lower the stance,makes a big change in attitude.I`d stay with Rallyes unless you`re going to hot rod it. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

06-18-2005, 11:52 AM	#14
lloyd k Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: columbus,ohio Posts: 201	i like it too,make it your own and it will have allot of charactor __________________ 67 swb gmc,big block cadillac powered,400 turbo,2.73 ratio and disc brakes-basically a frankenstein of many parts-

06-20-2005, 12:15 AM	#15
wichitawings Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: wichita, ks Posts: 6	thanks thanks for the feedback everyone



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06-20-2005, 07:00 AM	#16
jeffnstef Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Manchester, NH Posts: 64	Lower it and you will be amazed at the difference. The paint looks good, wheels and tires are always a good investment.

06-20-2005, 07:44 AM	#17
oj70chevy 250 V-6 Club Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: San antonio, TX. Posts: 898	from SA Texas. I don't know how to tell you, but If I was you I would change out the V-6 for a v-8 and send me the V-6. JK. nice truck you have how about some updated pics and info on the motor. __________________ 1970 Chevy C/10 6 Cyl. 43k original miles all factory .http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=197523 Never ask a stupid question unless you want a stupid answer .

06-20-2005, 12:53 PM	#18
edmonton72 Nothings as cool as my 72 Join Date: May 2005 Location: Edmonton, AB, Kanuckastan Posts: 181	Your turck looks good as is. If you want to lower it I would go with airbags so you can change the height. __________________ 1972 C10 Longbox In the middle of body off restoration Rebuilt 355, turbo 400, 3.42 12-bolt Rolling chassis finally done and cab mounted. Now onto sanding, bondo and more sanding.

06-20-2005, 01:13 PM	#19
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	1. The truck does look a little awkward without the bottom trim, ever thought about losing the trim completely? Cheaper than buying and adding the bottom trim. 2. Without buying the bottom trim pieces you can save money to paint it whatever color you want. 3. See #1. 4. I prefer stock trucks, but they look good with 2 1/2 drop spindles and 4" lower springs in the rear. If you drop it, I'd consider some shorter in height tires. It looks good stock, but the tires look too big for a drop truck. I think it would also look "cleaner" lowered without the upper trim. Welcome to the board from beautiful greenville, sc. You have an awesome truck. It's all really up to you. All of the above are my opinion and can-not be used or reproduced without my expressed written consent and can not be held against me in a court of law __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

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