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*low&slow* · 02-18-2011, 04:45 PM

So my truck doesn't run right now. It's a 1969 c10 lwb 2wd and has a 454 in it. It doesn't run for 3 reasons: 1) the transmission is out, but I do have a replacement. 2) the carburetor is shot and leaks really bad and do not have a replacement for it. 3) I need a special type of lug nuts that are not made.

So I guess my question is, is it possible to fix it and get it to drive for free?

smn69 · 02-18-2011, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by low&slow

So my truck doesn't run right now. It's a 1969 c10 lwb 2wd and has a 454 in it. It doesn't run for 3 reasons: 1) the transmission is out, but I do have a replacement. 2) the carburetor is shot and leaks really bad and do not have a replacement for it. 3) I need a special type of lug nuts that are not made.

So I guess my question is, is it possible to fix it and get it to drive for free?

I guess anything is possible, it all depends on who you know and how willing they will be to help. Ask the right people and you may be able to score some free parts, but there are also a lot of other things you may have to shell out some cash for. i have seen parts offered for free here on the forum, but you may need to pick up the shipping.

Good luck and have fun!

Longhorn Man · 02-18-2011, 05:30 PM

special kind of lug nuts that aren't made.
Can you explain this one?

HavinSomeFun · 02-18-2011, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

special kind of lug nuts that aren't made.
Can you explain this one?

What he said

brad_man_72 · 02-18-2011, 06:02 PM

I'd get on the local section of this board and ask ffor some detailed specific help what trans, what carb and defnetel what kind of lugnuts (metric- left hand thread).
no nothing is free it will ost you at LEAST a case of beer.

on a side note you couldn't pay me to install a free carb or trans.

maybe say something about why you need this stuff to be free.
and of course you gotta have pics!

PanelDeland · 02-18-2011, 06:28 PM

You're in Idaho.Don't they have snow there you could shovel?Lawns needing work,whatever? Carb kits aren't that expensive.If the tranny is "For sure" a good one install it(even if it only lasts a couple weeks you can haul trash or whatever for a few more $$.Lug nuts may be special,but who says you have to run the wheels with special lug nuts.Swap labor to someone who has a tire machine or work so you can have the tires swapped over to stock rims(I know they make stock lug nuts).
If you're willing to work for/at it you will impress people enough to try to give you some work so you can get what you need.
There's no such thing as a free lunch,someone has to do the dishes.

**leddzepp** · 02-18-2011, 07:43 PM

stand on a corner with a sign that says "will work for truck parts"
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sjarrett71 · 02-19-2011, 11:36 AM

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Originally Posted by leddzepp

stand on a corner with a sign that says "will work for truck parts"
Posted via Mobile Device

I've actually thought about that one!

BBrendal · 02-19-2011, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by low&slow

So my truck doesn't run right now. It's a 1969 c10 lwb 2wd and has a 454 in it. It doesn't run for 3 reasons: 1) the transmission is out, but I do have a replacement. 2) the carburetor is shot and leaks really bad and do not have a replacement for it. 3) I need a special type of lug nuts that are not made.

So I guess my question is, is it possible to fix it and get it to drive for free?

Seriously?

67chevy1series · 02-19-2011, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by sjarrett71

I've actually thought about that one!

hahah that is a good one now you have me thinkin......

Stano · 02-19-2011, 08:14 PM

Well I started with parts from 12 different trucks my own labor and less than $250 total investment and came up with this and drove it for three years. Not including gas,insurance or tags. Thats bout as close to free as I could get. Be resourceful and you can do lots of things cheap.

cdowns · 02-19-2011, 08:24 PM

you can crawl under an old truck and scrape crud and gunk all day long and it doesnt cost a cent

*low&slow* · 02-19-2011, 09:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Longhorn Man

special kind of lug nuts that aren't made.
Can you explain this one?

The studs only stick out from the wheel only 3 or 4 threads. The lug nuts I need, need to be the long shaft style, but also needs to be tapered to seat itself in the wheel and no one out here sells what I need and I haven't found a site that has them.

frednoah · 02-19-2011, 09:50 PM

http://www.brandsport.com/excl-7304.html?cmp=fwgs2011

http://www.jegs.com/i/McGard/671/62001/10002/-1?CT=999

something like this?

ChevLoRay · 02-19-2011, 10:51 PM

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Originally Posted by low&slow

The studs only stick out from the wheel only 3 or 4 threads. The lug nuts I need, need to be the long shaft style, but also needs to be tapered to seat itself in the wheel and no one out here sells what I need and I haven't found a site that has them.

What kind of wheels do you have? Got pix? If you're running aluminum wheels, there should be lug nuts that do what you need done.

*low&slow* · 02-20-2011, 05:40 PM

I'm running 15x8 boyd coddington wheels. Not sure of the style. I got them off another truck I had gotten. I don't have pictures now, but later today I can post some.

68C15 · 02-21-2011, 08:58 AM

since your truck is inoperable you can't get $ by being the get-away driver so that idea is out. LOL

fancy wheels don't get you to work any better than plain steel ones. I would forget vanity and go for function.

do the tranny swap, walk down to a day labor place, fix the carb, then get a better job AND an education.

*low&slow* · 02-23-2011, 11:53 PM

Thanks guys.

dmack91 · 02-24-2011, 12:54 AM

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Originally Posted by low&slow

The studs only stick out from the wheel only 3 or 4 threads. The lug nuts I need, need to be the long shaft style, but also needs to be tapered to seat itself in the wheel and no one out here sells what I need and I haven't found a site that has them.

I got rid of a set of old modular style rims that used the old style lug nuts that recessed into the wheel about 1 1/4". After stripping 5 lugs in while doing a brake job, I got rid of them and found a set of newer rims.

*low&slow* · 02-24-2011, 12:59 AM

Thanks for the help guys. I had a machine shop make me what I needed. Only problem, I don't have enough money for the rear sets. I guess there isn't anything I can do for free.

dfwright · 02-26-2011, 12:12 PM

Cdowns is right on. When I run low on funds, I start working on the elbow-grease items. Scrubbing, scraping, sanding and polishing may not be free, but cost very little.

*low&slow* · 02-27-2011, 02:47 PM

Yeah, I've been cleaning on it in my spare time between hanging with friends and sleeping lol. No job

I'll post some pictures later today since I haven't posted any of them yet.

02-18-2011, 04:45 PM	#1
low&slow Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kuna, Idaho Posts: 1,046	How many free things can I do ? So my truck doesn't run right now. It's a 1969 c10 lwb 2wd and has a 454 in it. It doesn't run for 3 reasons: 1) the transmission is out, but I do have a replacement. 2) the carburetor is shot and leaks really bad and do not have a replacement for it. 3) I need a special type of lug nuts that are not made. So I guess my question is, is it possible to fix it and get it to drive for free?

02-18-2011, 05:30 PM	#3
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: How many free things can I do ? special kind of lug nuts that aren't made. Can you explain this one?

02-18-2011, 06:02 PM	#5
brad_man_72 the boat guy Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: springfield mo Posts: 2,339	Re: How many free things can I do ? I'd get on the local section of this board and ask ffor some detailed specific help what trans, what carb and defnetel what kind of lugnuts (metric- left hand thread). no nothing is free it will ost you at LEAST a case of beer. on a side note you couldn't pay me to install a free carb or trans. maybe say something about why you need this stuff to be free. and of course you gotta have pics! __________________ 67, swb, fleet, tach, throttle, 5.3, 4l60e, 3.73's, fuel cell, 5 lug, p.d.b., 4-6 drop. great little truck 66, stevens drag/ski 18' silouette, 350, 2.02 doublehump heads. comp extreme marine 278 cam, vette 7 fin valve covers, old polished edelbrock intake, velvetdrive, casale v-drive, adj cavitation plate. 28, model a rpu project,

02-18-2011, 06:28 PM	#6
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: How many free things can I do ? You're in Idaho.Don't they have snow there you could shovel?Lawns needing work,whatever? Carb kits aren't that expensive.If the tranny is "For sure" a good one install it(even if it only lasts a couple weeks you can haul trash or whatever for a few more $$.Lug nuts may be special,but who says you have to run the wheels with special lug nuts.Swap labor to someone who has a tire machine or work so you can have the tires swapped over to stock rims(I know they make stock lug nuts). If you're willing to work for/at it you will impress people enough to try to give you some work so you can get what you need. There's no such thing as a free lunch,someone has to do the dishes. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

02-18-2011, 07:43 PM	#7
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,037	Re: How many free things can I do ? stand on a corner with a sign that says "will work for truck parts" Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

02-19-2011, 08:14 PM	#11
Stano Registered User Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Mo Posts: 963	Re: How many free things can I do ? Well I started with parts from 12 different trucks my own labor and less than $250 total investment and came up with this and drove it for three years. Not including gas,insurance or tags. Thats bout as close to free as I could get. Be resourceful and you can do lots of things cheap. Attached Images __________________ New daily driver 96 Chevy K3500 crew cab dually 53,000 miles 350 Vortec 4L80 Nice ride 67 Chevy C-10 LWB Built 350 TH-400 Wifes ride and family rig: 2001 Furd Expedition 5.4 Liter Kickin back in Rolla,Mo. USA "Do the thing you fear most and the death of fear is certain" Mark Twain

02-19-2011, 08:24 PM	#12
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: How many free things can I do ? you can crawl under an old truck and scrape crud and gunk all day long and it doesnt cost a cent __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

02-19-2011, 09:50 PM	#14
frednoah 86 Scottsdale Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mooresville NC Posts: 473	Re: How many free things can I do ? http://www.brandsport.com/excl-7304.html?cmp=fwgs2011 http://www.jegs.com/i/McGard/671/62001/10002/-1?CT=999 something like this? Last edited by frednoah; 02-19-2011 at 09:56 PM.

02-20-2011, 05:40 PM	#16
low&slow Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kuna, Idaho Posts: 1,046	Re: How many free things can I do ? I'm running 15x8 boyd coddington wheels. Not sure of the style. I got them off another truck I had gotten. I don't have pictures now, but later today I can post some.

02-21-2011, 08:58 AM	#17
68C15 blood type; Retumbo Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: next to my reloading bench Posts: 10,269	Re: How many free things can I do ? since your truck is inoperable you can't get $ by being the get-away driver so that idea is out. LOL fancy wheels don't get you to work any better than plain steel ones. I would forget vanity and go for function. do the tranny swap, walk down to a day labor place, fix the carb, then get a better job AND an education.

02-23-2011, 11:53 PM	#18
low&slow Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kuna, Idaho Posts: 1,046	Re: How many free things can I do ? Thanks guys.

02-24-2011, 12:59 AM	#20
low&slow Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kuna, Idaho Posts: 1,046	Re: How many free things can I do ? Thanks for the help guys. I had a machine shop make me what I needed. Only problem, I don't have enough money for the rear sets. I guess there isn't anything I can do for free.

02-26-2011, 12:12 PM	#21
dfwright Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 1,374	Re: How many free things can I do ? Cdowns is right on. When I run low on funds, I start working on the elbow-grease items. Scrubbing, scraping, sanding and polishing may not be free, but cost very little. __________________ 1972 C10 LWB, 350/350 Deconstruction began 5/2009, mostly completed restoration, 5/2017

02-27-2011, 02:47 PM	#22
low&slow Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Kuna, Idaho Posts: 1,046	Re: How many free things can I do ? Yeah, I've been cleaning on it in my spare time between hanging with friends and sleeping lol. No job I'll post some pictures later today since I haven't posted any of them yet.



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