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badadrew · 12-06-2009, 06:27 PM

Just wanted to say hello to everyone. I've got a 63 C10 Fleetside Long Bed that I was going to sell but have decided to keep it and finish it the way I had originally planned.

It still has the 230/3 on the tree but I'm building a nice 283 w/X-C8 cross ram and will be installing an M20 4-speed as well. I've converted it to front disc brakes and it's currently lowered 4 1/2" in the front an 6" in the rear. I will be changing the wheels to something more vintage as well. The pictures make it look teal but it's actually a darker shade of green. I'm thinking about naming it "No Respect" because as solid and nice as it is, I couldn't even get one person to come and see it in person when I was trying to sell it.

Looking forward to hanging out and sharing info - more pics/details to come.

markeb01 · 12-06-2009, 06:56 PM

Welcome from the Northwest. Nice looking truck, I'm glad you're keeping it. Nobody showing up is pretty common right now. Everyone is so strapped for money there are tons of bargains available, and not enough people with money in their pockets to take advantage of the good deals.

72BlckButy · 12-06-2009, 07:01 PM

to the board from Mid-MO!!!

I'm glad to see you decided to keep the truck, because it is a great looking truck. Keep us posted on your progress!

Vernski · 12-06-2009, 07:08 PM

Hey welcome to the forums, that's a very nice truck there and it does look teal. Is that a factory color or close to it kinda looks like a GMC color but just guessing.
your truck has nice sheet metal hard to find these days. Post some pic's of your
progress with the motor switch.---Vernski

Byronic · 12-06-2009, 07:23 PM

Glad to see you changed your mind about selling.
If it wasn't for this forum I would have sold mine before I bought it.

I think everyone would agree to see more pics (interior,motor) just for fun.
There is a plethora of info here to guide you on your endeavor.

*lakeroadster* · 12-06-2009, 07:41 PM

Welcome from the frozen tundra of the mile High City.

Beautiful '63 you have there and your pending modifications should definately up the fun factor of driving it.

Post up some more pictures and stay in touch!

Thanks for saying

Rich 5150 69 · 12-06-2009, 08:23 PM

Welcome from the left coast, I`m also new to this site....

198plus · 12-06-2009, 09:00 PM

Welcome........Looks like very nice truck.

*LILRED66* · 12-07-2009, 12:47 AM

Welcome to the forums from Kansas City, KS. I am glad you decided to keep it, as well. I don't think you will regret owning and enjoying your truck.

Thanks for sharing and please post some additional photos.

badadrew · 12-07-2009, 12:55 AM

Thanks for all the welcomes and compliments.

I've got to pick the rotating assembly up tomorrow from being balanced and I will get some more pics on here soon.

I had a 68 C10 years ago that I had to get rid of when the wife and I got our first place. I miss that truck a lot but let me see if I can get this one done and create some new memories!

Like A Rock!

collins10672 · 12-07-2009, 02:16 AM

welcome from tennessee.great looking 63.keep it and enjoy it when the weather gets nice again.

Nailz · 12-07-2009, 02:19 AM

Ill tell you what, your bed is getting a lot of respect from me....very nice!
welcome!

**Captainfab** · 12-07-2009, 03:17 AM

Welcome to the forum

I'm happy to hear you decided to keep the truck, I know you'll be glad you did. It's a real nice looking one too.

There's not too many of those X-C8 intakes around....I've got a polished one....one of these days I'll put it on something.

scotts62 · 12-07-2009, 08:56 AM

Wow good looking truck!

from OKC!

**ChiefRocka** · 12-07-2009, 09:24 AM

Sweet another 63' !!!

Welcome aboard man....

Check this out: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=360416

cayoterun · 12-07-2009, 10:55 AM

Welcome from western Ok.
Sharp truck. Enjoy the build and ride. Keep the pics coming.
Cayoterun

Muleman100 · 12-07-2009, 01:38 PM

Great looking LWB. I am working on a 64 LWB and hope it looks that good when finished. Welcome from SE Texas.

MacAttack · 12-07-2009, 01:54 PM

From the Lower Part of the Left Coast.

Dinos63 · 12-07-2009, 02:34 PM

WELCOME KAT! FROM SUNNY OL AZ

ol Curt · 12-07-2009, 02:56 PM

Welcome to the board. Great truck!

816allen · 12-07-2009, 06:12 PM

Welcome and WOW thats a sweet truck you have!

**Bugeyev8** · 12-07-2009, 07:09 PM

I wish mine looked that good...I have had my 62 since 1988 and my grandfather bought it new in 62, I don't think I will ever sell it, keep working on it and enjoy it !!

shortbed70 · 12-07-2009, 07:59 PM

Welcome and congrats on keeping the truck. So you know when you get stuff done on the truck we like videos and pics...

badadrew · 12-09-2009, 03:10 AM

I tell you what guys, I haven't seen a truck on here yet that I don't like. They're all cool in their own way regardless if it's a $100,000 show piece or a $50.00 field piece.

I took a little free time tonight and file fit the rings, I'll probably do the final assembly on the heads tomorrow but final engine assembly will be a week or two. My nephew wants to come over and watch me do this one and then I'll walk him through the assembly of his first short-block. (He's putting one together for a T-Bucket)

It's been a while since I was in the automotive field and even though I used to teach engine assembly day in and day out - I still enjoy it the most.

Oh yeah, someone had a question about the paint color on mine. It was painted that color when I got it but it's not the original color. I can see traces of what looks like a GM orange on the lower firewall so I suspect that may be the original color.

63sbssbbw · 12-09-2009, 08:33 AM

Great lookin' truck Bad, love the color
How many is that now Chief??
T

12-06-2009, 06:27 PM	#1
badadrew Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Frederick, Maryland Posts: 21	Greetings From a New Member Just wanted to say hello to everyone. I've got a 63 C10 Fleetside Long Bed that I was going to sell but have decided to keep it and finish it the way I had originally planned. It still has the 230/3 on the tree but I'm building a nice 283 w/X-C8 cross ram and will be installing an M20 4-speed as well. I've converted it to front disc brakes and it's currently lowered 4 1/2" in the front an 6" in the rear. I will be changing the wheels to something more vintage as well. The pictures make it look teal but it's actually a darker shade of green. I'm thinking about naming it "No Respect" because as solid and nice as it is, I couldn't even get one person to come and see it in person when I was trying to sell it. Looking forward to hanging out and sharing info - more pics/details to come. Attached Images

12-06-2009, 06:56 PM	#2
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Greetings From a New Member Welcome from the Northwest. Nice looking truck, I'm glad you're keeping it. Nobody showing up is pretty common right now. Everyone is so strapped for money there are tons of bargains available, and not enough people with money in their pockets to take advantage of the good deals.

12-06-2009, 07:01 PM	#3
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Greetings From a New Member to the board from Mid-MO!!! I'm glad to see you decided to keep the truck, because it is a great looking truck. Keep us posted on your progress! __________________ -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)

12-06-2009, 07:08 PM	#4
Vernski Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Rathdrum, Idaho Posts: 1,135	Re: Greetings From a New Member Hey welcome to the forums, that's a very nice truck there and it does look teal. Is that a factory color or close to it kinda looks like a GMC color but just guessing. your truck has nice sheet metal hard to find these days. Post some pic's of your progress with the motor switch.---Vernski

12-06-2009, 07:23 PM	#5
Byronic The Beach Cruiser Join Date: May 2009 Location: Panama City, Florida Posts: 358	Re: Greetings From a New Member Glad to see you changed your mind about selling. If it wasn't for this forum I would have sold mine before I bought it. I think everyone would agree to see more pics (interior,motor) just for fun. There is a plethora of info here to guide you on your endeavor. __________________ 1999 Silverado DD 1966 Panel Truck 2003 Harley Road Glide 1967 Schwinn Tandem Single Speed

12-06-2009, 07:41 PM	#6
lakeroadster Account Suspended Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: High Plains of Colorado Posts: 2,485	Re: Greetings From a New Member Welcome from the frozen tundra of the mile High City. Beautiful '63 you have there and your pending modifications should definately up the fun factor of driving it. Post up some more pictures and stay in touch! Thanks for saying

12-06-2009, 08:23 PM	#7
Rich 5150 69 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Galt, Calif Posts: 2,437	Re: Greetings From a New Member Welcome from the left coast, I`m also new to this site.... __________________ `64 C10 vortec 350/350/373 posi `69 RS/SS 350/350/308 `37 Ford 406/350/324 traclock `68 Dart 370/904/323 suregrip

12-06-2009, 09:00 PM	#8
198plus Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Loganville, Ga. Posts: 1,408	Re: Greetings From a New Member Welcome........Looks like very nice truck. __________________ My Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=346597 https://www.facebook.com/pages/198-C...1434001?ref=hl

12-07-2009, 12:47 AM	#9
LILRED66 Account Suspended Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas City, KS Posts: 3,906	Re: Greetings From a New Member Welcome to the forums from Kansas City, KS. I am glad you decided to keep it, as well. I don't think you will regret owning and enjoying your truck. Thanks for sharing and please post some additional photos.

12-07-2009, 12:55 AM	#10
badadrew Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Frederick, Maryland Posts: 21	Re: Greetings From a New Member Thanks for all the welcomes and compliments. I've got to pick the rotating assembly up tomorrow from being balanced and I will get some more pics on here soon. I had a 68 C10 years ago that I had to get rid of when the wife and I got our first place. I miss that truck a lot but let me see if I can get this one done and create some new memories! Like A Rock!

12-07-2009, 02:16 AM	#11
collins10672 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: bean station tennessee Posts: 398	Re: Greetings From a New Member welcome from tennessee.great looking 63.keep it and enjoy it when the weather gets nice again.

12-07-2009, 02:19 AM	#12
Nailz Shlong bed club Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 83	Re: Greetings From a New Member Ill tell you what, your bed is getting a lot of respect from me....very nice! welcome!

12-07-2009, 03:17 AM	#13
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,250	Re: Greetings From a New Member Welcome to the forum I'm happy to hear you decided to keep the truck, I know you'll be glad you did. It's a real nice looking one too. There's not too many of those X-C8 intakes around....I've got a polished one....one of these days I'll put it on something. __________________ 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 Last edited by Captainfab; 12-07-2009 at 03:18 AM.

12-07-2009, 08:56 AM	#14
scotts62 One day... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tuttle, Ok Posts: 9,240	Re: Greetings From a New Member Wow good looking truck! from OKC! __________________ Scott 93 crew cab build Project 62

12-07-2009, 09:24 AM	#15
ChiefRocka Hollister, CA. Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 6,150	Re: Greetings From a New Member Sweet another 63' !!! Welcome aboard man.... Check this out: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=360416 __________________ John What the Heck is that ?? CURRENT BUILDS: 62 BurbMaster Other Builds: My '63 C-10,LWB,CC,BBW '06 HD StrAight Axle Swap Father/Son '67 C-20, LQ9,4L80,Bagged,8-Lugger !!Good Friend Richard's Build AMERICAN CUSTOMS & CLASSICS (831) 630-1965 www.ACCHOLLISTER.com ACC on FACEBOOK "Rest in Peace, Mom & Dad ... I will see you again someday!"



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12-07-2009, 10:55 AM	#16
cayoterun Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Guymon, Oklahoma Posts: 2,040	Re: Greetings From a New Member Welcome from western Ok. Sharp truck. Enjoy the build and ride. Keep the pics coming. Cayoterun __________________ Cayoterun Okla. Panhandle I think I'll do it myself and pay the extra $500.

12-07-2009, 01:38 PM	#17
Muleman100 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Crosby, Texas Posts: 377	Re: Greetings From a New Member Great looking LWB. I am working on a 64 LWB and hope it looks that good when finished. Welcome from SE Texas.

12-07-2009, 01:54 PM	#18
MacAttack 283 Drama Queen Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Surf City, CA Posts: 2,435	Re: Greetings From a New Member From the Lower Part of the Left Coast. Attached Images __________________ For about 12 years of my adult life I had a severe speech impediment. My ex-wife never let me get a word in edgewise.

12-07-2009, 02:34 PM	#19
Dinos63 chevy only Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 6,619	Re: Greetings From a New Member WELCOME KAT! FROM SUNNY OL AZ __________________ CHEVY ONLY... Nothin Else !

12-07-2009, 02:56 PM	#20
ol Curt Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Newburgh, IN Posts: 1,247	Re: Greetings From a New Member Welcome to the board. Great truck! __________________ 1966 Chevy C10 Longbed I'm Bob....ol Curt was my Grandpa The truck was his and he sure as heck wouldn't understand why I took a perfectly good truck and tore it down!

12-07-2009, 06:12 PM	#21
816allen Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Kansas City,MO Posts: 323	Re: Greetings From a New Member Welcome and WOW thats a sweet truck you have! __________________ 96 Burban Sold 99 Z71 Sold 65 C10 Sold 72 C10 Sold 87 Short Bed Lowered Daily Driver http://s623.photobucket.com/albums/tt314/sswagon/ http://www.chevygmcofkc.org/forums/forum.php

12-07-2009, 07:09 PM	#22
Bugeyev8 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: San Leandro, Ca 94577 Posts: 854	Re: Greetings From a New Member I wish mine looked that good...I have had my 62 since 1988 and my grandfather bought it new in 62, I don't think I will ever sell it, keep working on it and enjoy it !!

12-07-2009, 07:59 PM	#23
shortbed70 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Forney TX Posts: 4,512	Re: Greetings From a New Member Welcome and congrats on keeping the truck. So you know when you get stuff done on the truck we like videos and pics... __________________ Troy 1965 Chevy Bagged,361 sbc,voodoo cam,1.5 full roller rockers,patriot 185cc vortec heads 2.02-1.60,vortec weiand polished intake,demon carb my truckhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=332884 Big Red Dog build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=572274

12-09-2009, 03:10 AM	#24
badadrew Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Frederick, Maryland Posts: 21	Re: Greetings From a New Member I tell you what guys, I haven't seen a truck on here yet that I don't like. They're all cool in their own way regardless if it's a $100,000 show piece or a $50.00 field piece. I took a little free time tonight and file fit the rings, I'll probably do the final assembly on the heads tomorrow but final engine assembly will be a week or two. My nephew wants to come over and watch me do this one and then I'll walk him through the assembly of his first short-block. (He's putting one together for a T-Bucket) It's been a while since I was in the automotive field and even though I used to teach engine assembly day in and day out - I still enjoy it the most. Oh yeah, someone had a question about the paint color on mine. It was painted that color when I got it but it's not the original color. I can see traces of what looks like a GM orange on the lower firewall so I suspect that may be the original color.

12-09-2009, 08:33 AM	#25
63sbssbbw UCA63 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Lloydminster AB Can. Posts: 1,637	Re: Greetings From a New Member Great lookin' truck Bad, love the color How many is that now Chief?? T __________________ member#7816 "63 sb ss bbw 350\350 12 bolt rear Pwr Fr Disc PS tilt '61 GMC in progress '63 GMC to use for parts '90 Chevy Ext cab sbfs 5.7l (current d d)

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