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67Mach1 · 05-06-2006, 08:35 AM

Looking at a 70 GMC Sub today and besides the rockers what areas should I look into for rust and other problems.

Truck has been sitting for 6 years and was in a fender bender on LH fender before being parked. ( which has me worried).

So far only seen pics from RHSide and Front.

Thanks for the Advice in advance.

Thanks,

Thomas

Old Yeller 1970 · 05-06-2006, 09:46 AM

Passenger's side inner and outer fender, passenger's side radiator support and battery tray are nearly always rusted from battery acid.

Check the floor pans on both sides esp the drivers side.

Look at the bottom side of all the doors too.

**Palf70Step** · 05-06-2006, 09:49 AM

Check the tailgate area also real close. Your hatch or doors and the hinge support areas are also know to corrode/rust bad.

**gregfull** · 05-06-2006, 10:36 AM

Look at the lower rear quarters as well as the lower area in front of the rear wheels. This is where mine was eaten up the most. Good luck.

67Mach1 · 05-07-2006, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by gregfull

Look at the lower rear quarters as well as the lower area in front of the rear wheels. This is where mine was eaten up the most. Good luck.

This is what I have so far... After heavy rains the night and mornign of my visit. the drivers seat was soaked, wondered if it had been left down or if there was a leak somehwere.

Have been watching your posts for some time, as I am from Sugarland and because you have a great looking suburban there.

thanks for the pointeres. I did not make an offer yesterday as I did not have time to see if it would turn over, I will call him back today and get more information on just how he lowerd the truck. I do know he said the front end was replaced by a 77 to get the disc, but did not think to ask about the drop.

More concerned about how he did the rear drop...

I'm going to try to post some pictures...

Thanks,

Id rather have the photos show up does anyone know how to do this? (EDIT: just figured it out)

Thomas
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*72CSTC5* · 05-07-2006, 04:11 PM

She is rusty. You are looking at a lot of money in bodywork and parts there. You are better off spending more money on another one if possible. If you have to have it I would offer not more than 1500 dollars if it is running.

subtle71 · 05-07-2006, 05:09 PM

67Mach1, Looks like the usual rust spots from the pics you have shared. The only other areas that I might suggest checking is the cowl/firewall area. Debris usually collects in these areas as well as small critters building nests in the kick panel vents as well. The only other area I can think to examine is the drip rail.

As far as to buy it or not... How much time, money, and patience are you wanting to put into the project before you get to enjoy it?

swissfacade · 05-07-2006, 06:22 PM

Hey 67Mach1
Just looking at the pictures you posted and the list of what has been done so far to the suburban. The first thing is this is a GMC suburban which is harder to find, It has dual factory air, split back hatch door (not barn doors) It has a disc brake conv in the front and the body looks to be in better condition than most. I don't know what your abilities are on the body work. By the looks of it the body it only needs a few patch panels. I personally would buy this suburban for myself because it was a GMC.

Best of luck

05-06-2006, 08:35 AM	#1
67Mach1 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Round Rock, TX Posts: 1,100	Looking at a 70 sub today, Need assistance! Looking at a 70 GMC Sub today and besides the rockers what areas should I look into for rust and other problems. Truck has been sitting for 6 years and was in a fender bender on LH fender before being parked. ( which has me worried). So far only seen pics from RHSide and Front. Thanks for the Advice in advance. Thanks, Thomas __________________ Soon to be selling all but one, or two... Depends on what the Boss has to say....... 67 GMC Shortbed 454 Project more junk and most of it is for sale

05-06-2006, 09:46 AM	#2
Old Yeller 1970 DON'T TREAD ON ME Join Date: May 2005 Location: Crosby County, TX Posts: 989	Re: Looking at a 70 sub today, Need assistance! Passenger's side inner and outer fender, passenger's side radiator support and battery tray are nearly always rusted from battery acid. Check the floor pans on both sides esp the drivers side. Look at the bottom side of all the doors too. __________________ Old Yeller

05-06-2006, 09:49 AM	#3
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,083	Re: Looking at a 70 sub today, Need assistance! Check the tailgate area also real close. Your hatch or doors and the hinge support areas are also know to corrode/rust bad. __________________ 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!

05-06-2006, 10:36 AM	#4
gregfull Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Richmond, Texas Posts: 598	Re: Looking at a 70 sub today, Need assistance! Look at the lower rear quarters as well as the lower area in front of the rear wheels. This is where mine was eaten up the most. Good luck. __________________ My Suburban Project 72 Suburban 68 SWB 57 Belair 55 Cameo 06 Chevy 1/2 ton crew 09 Suburban

05-07-2006, 04:11 PM	#6
72CSTC5 Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Deer Park, Tx. Posts: 2,524	Re: Looking at a 70 sub today, Need assistance! She is rusty. You are looking at a lot of money in bodywork and parts there. You are better off spending more money on another one if possible. If you have to have it I would offer not more than 1500 dollars if it is running.

05-07-2006, 05:09 PM	#7
subtle71 Granddad's Ol' Truck Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MS Posts: 588	Re: Looking at a 70 sub today, Need assistance! 67Mach1, Looks like the usual rust spots from the pics you have shared. The only other areas that I might suggest checking is the cowl/firewall area. Debris usually collects in these areas as well as small critters building nests in the kick panel vents as well. The only other area I can think to examine is the drip rail. As far as to buy it or not... How much time, money, and patience are you wanting to put into the project before you get to enjoy it? __________________ *1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 short step-side* *2005 GMC Sierra SLT 2500HD crew cab 2wd* [I]1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 Deluxe lwb fleet-side

05-07-2006, 06:22 PM	#8
swissfacade Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Simpsonville, South Carolina Posts: 72	Re: Looking at a 70 sub today, Need assistance! Hey 67Mach1 Just looking at the pictures you posted and the list of what has been done so far to the suburban. The first thing is this is a GMC suburban which is harder to find, It has dual factory air, split back hatch door (not barn doors) It has a disc brake conv in the front and the body looks to be in better condition than most. I don't know what your abilities are on the body work. By the looks of it the body it only needs a few patch panels. I personally would buy this suburban for myself because it was a GMC. Best of luck



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