02-08-2011, 01:32 PM | #1 |
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c10 & c20
I have been looking for a 60-63 C10, but found a C20 with the BBW I want in my price range. What is the difference between the 2? just 1/2ton 3/4ton? Is the frame the same? I was thinking of a dropmember in it, so just wanted to be sure before I bought it.
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02-08-2011, 01:40 PM | #2 |
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Re: c10 & c20
The cab mounts are different also.
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02-08-2011, 01:41 PM | #3 |
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Re: c10 & c20
8 lug wheels vs 6 lug wheels, different rear end, different springs
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02-08-2011, 05:41 PM | #4 |
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Re: c10 & c20
Basically the standard 1/2 ton to 3/4 ton differences thicker cab mounts heavy duty suspension 8 lug wheels and brakes, and axles. It can be changed to a c10 easily.
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02-08-2011, 06:52 PM | #5 |
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Re: c10 & c20
Yup, I am in the process of changing my C20 to 5 lug 1/2 ton. I got the C20 because it had the motor/trans I wanted and was in better shape than the C10's I looked at. I was swapping to 5 lug either way, so the body mount change was the only additional mod I added to the project list.
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02-08-2011, 07:10 PM | #6 |
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Re: c10 & c20
The half tons I've owned (all stock '63-'66) have been a breeze to drive even without power steering. My '62 three quarter ton is a real son-of-a-gun in tight spots and for parking. I assume it's the heavier suspension that makes a BIG difference at the wheel.
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02-09-2011, 12:36 AM | #7 |
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Re: c10 & c20
Thanks for all the responses. I will go check out the truck this weekend a bit more and maybe pull the trigger if the wife doesn't flip...
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