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Chumpy_1965 · 08-05-2012, 03:30 AM

Well, I think I'll be visiting this site often.

I've built other trucks, and this body style was my favorite for years. I then ended up with several early 60's and just fell head of heels for them.

But I've always wanted this style truck. I think it'll change as I turn this into what I want.

Anyways, here she is.
1967 C-10 Chevy
Coil sprung front/rear
250 ic
3 speed on floor

uncut dash

Up grades (exisiting)
Gas tank moved to rear
power steering

First item on to do list is engine gaskets and replace power steering hose leak.

Thinking about changing out bed for ????? (undecided).

bobs409 · 08-05-2012, 06:16 AM

You've got a really nice start there. Looks good like it is!

I'd keep the stepside box myself.

sharpmark · 08-05-2012, 06:26 AM

cool looking pickup-those wheels look huge!
x2 on keeping it a stepside.

Chumpy_1965 · 08-05-2012, 09:03 AM

I like the step side, but I am a huge fan of this body style in a short bed. Oh, did I forget to mention that she is a long bed.

I really like the pick ups who convert a 90's step side to their trucks, but being a long bed, I'm limited.

Might like it more if I had a regular fender on driver side instead of the spare cut out.

Pics make this truck look a million times better that she actually is.

As for tires and wheels, yeah they are HUGE. I hate it
Front 31/10.50/15 on 8" wheels
Rear 33/12.50/15 on 10" wheels

The guy I got it from was (lets say, he tried to seriously play this truck up) a little DUMB (I'm being nice).

His sales pitch was it has many upgrades, only two up grades it has was gas tank and power steering.

Yet which both need completely redone as steering leaks and belt is not align straight and gas tank straps are loose and tank when filling up barely has any angle and gas gauge at fill only shows 1/2 to 5/8 of tank.

His pitch

was after market steering column, (Stock with GT steering wheel, down grade)
Rebuilt engine (Yeah, 30,000+ miles ago and looks as if never been rebuilt)
New Carpet (Toss in carpet, not upgrade, just replacement)
Tinted windows (Its so old it turned a little purple)
New exhaust (Not at all, pipe has rust but normal and it hits step on driver side)

Lets just say I we were trading trucks as I wanted a old truck and my truck was like everyone else's. Shiny and NOT different. I like to stand out.

Well we got together and started looking at trucks and plan was a trade with a small amount of cash. (Via phone and pics) conversations. We met up and right off the bat I was not even impressed. We checked each other truck out and then got down to the nitty gritty. I told him there was no way I could make the trade for what we talked about.

I was not informed of leaks and that upgrades where stock or needed fixed to actually be considered 100% completed upgrades. We haggled a bit and I still ended up driving this baby home but with $1,000 more in pocket that agreed on over the phone.

Yeah it's a great start and I for see a color change coming as well. Inside and out. Red is not my thing. I'm thinking black and silver inside and BRIGHT yellow, or a burnt sunburst/black/cleared over both colors. (personal favorite, a special mix me and a painter made)burnt orange with orange metal flake and hint of pearl. I'll ad pic of the color combo on my old bike. The black has a root beer like effect when sun hits it just right

Chumpy_1965 · 08-06-2012, 09:51 PM

The bad just get worse....

I was informed the rear coils were heated up to lower the rear...

see pic

Exhaust pipe is broke and barely holding together.

Wondering what's next...

I believe front is lowered but unsure how still.

**LockDoc** · 08-06-2012, 10:14 PM

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That's the way the rear coils are made, although there should be a small space between the center coils. They are called "progressive" coils. I don't think they have been heated, they have just sagged. If you heated the coils just to close the center gap you would only gain 1/2 to 3/4 inch of drop.

LockDoc

Chumpy_1965 · 08-06-2012, 10:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LockDoc

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That's the way the rear coils are made, although there should be a small space between the center coils. They are called "progressive" coils. I don't think they have been heated, they have just sagged. If you heated the coils just to close the center gap you would only gain 1/2 to 3/4 inch of drop.

LockDoc

Well, that's a relief. Maybe its me going from a lifted truck to a stock stance truck, but I thought for sure it was lowered. It does have oversized tires, which I what to get back to stock.

Thanks..

Chumpy_1965 · 08-06-2012, 10:31 PM

Trying to decode my engine..

I know it's a 230/250

Here is the stamped numbers F1113TA

I was told its a 250. I found these numbers behind the disturbor.

tow guys · 08-06-2012, 11:07 PM

Nice start. Welcome to the fold. Lovin the 3 speed!

Tony

**70cst** · 08-06-2012, 11:48 PM

Hey Chumpy_1965 ...

to the forums and

from Ohio.

on one

ride.

**RenoKeene** · 08-07-2012, 08:13 AM

Welcome aboard from Central Florida Chumpy! I have a feeling you will get her all straightened out, gonna make a cool truck!

Chumpy_1965 · 08-07-2012, 09:18 PM

Trying to decode my engine..

I know it's a 230/250

Here is the stamped numbers F1113TA

I was told its a 250. I found these numbers behind the disturbor.

Chumpy_1965 · 08-08-2012, 11:31 PM

Dang I thought I would have gotten some sort of response on what engine. LOL

Chumpy_1965 · 08-09-2012, 09:38 PM

Funny stuff today.

I got a call from the guy I got this truck from wanting to know how I was getting along. LOL

We talked for a few and he informed me that he had a set of 255/60/15 Cooper Cobra tires. I laughed as I told him I hated the over-sized tires he put on the truck and he asked if I wanted to trade.

I am really debating this.

Big tires to a certain point increase gas mileage, but they can kill it too.

I'm kinda wondering what this truck would look like with fender well space.

sharpmark · 08-10-2012, 04:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chumpy_1965

Dang I thought I would have gotten some sort of response on what engine. LOL

post a picture of the motor showing the distributor and motor mount and fuel pump and most of us can tell you straight away.
this is a 250

jablack · 08-10-2012, 02:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chumpy_1965

Funny stuff today.

I got a call from the guy I got this truck from wanting to know how I was getting along. LOL

We talked for a few and he informed me that he had a set of 255/60/15 Cooper Cobra tires. I laughed as I told him I hated the over-sized tires he put on the truck and he asked if I wanted to trade.

I am really debating this.

Big tires to a certain point increase gas mileage, but they can kill it too.

I'm kinda wondering what this truck would look like with fender well space.

I would make the trade. It would look nice and handle much better.

50bomb · 08-10-2012, 04:14 PM

If you are looking for the stock look from factory but with Radial tires then it would be
15x6 steelies, 225/75. That is what I will be going with for my 67 c10 longbed.

VA72C10 · 08-10-2012, 04:20 PM

Looking forward to seeing what you do with the truck... Love the colors on the bike! I'd make the trade on the tires also.

Chumpy_1965 · 08-10-2012, 08:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sharpmark

post a picture of the motor showing the distributor and motor mount and fuel pump and most of us can tell you straight away.
this is a 250

LOL, I don't see how you can tell externally what makes it a 230 from a 250, cause as far as I know, its stroke and bore that is different. Not trying to make fun, but maybe I'm wrong.

Here are pics of the engine with all its cork leaks.

Chumpy_1965 · 08-10-2012, 08:10 PM

More pics

sharpmark · 08-11-2012, 04:50 AM

sorry-i didn't realise that a 230 looked like a 250-my bad.
maybe this thread will give you some info?
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=478020
i hope this helps

**Palf70Step** · 08-11-2012, 07:02 AM

If it is the original engine it is a 250. Trucks did not get the 230 in 67 and later years.
It is easy to tell a 250 from 292, but far as I know there is no visual way to distinguish a 230 from a 250.

Chumpy_1965 · 08-11-2012, 09:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sharpmark

sorry-i didn't realise that a 230 looked like a 250-my bad.
maybe this thread will give you some info?
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=478020
i hope this helps

I was unable to find any info. I'll just got with Plan B. I was a 350 with A/C and punched a little, backed up with a 5 speed trans. Engine not a problem to find for cheap but tranny will take some looking for. So, I'll start stock piling parts in shed till I have what I need to do this build.

In the mean time, I'll tinker the body together and keep her rolling as a daily driver.

Hope tomorrow I can weld up the exhaust leak I found, 2/3 of the pipe is cracked and slightly opened and is driving me nuts. JB weld will not work in this case, lol.

Post pics tomorrow if I get to fix it.

Chumpy_1965 · 08-12-2012, 04:11 PM

Slow starting.

I've got to get up funds for this rebuild, so while I do that. I'll make minor repairs.

Today was replacing some gauges didn't work and put in some I had bought 5 yrs ago and found a use for them. LOL

Chumpy_1965 · 08-15-2012, 11:48 PM

Well, Things finally coming to a head, at least my head. I'm either going to sell this truck or part it out. Prefer to sell it whole.

The more I've been poking around and telling the wife about it, the more she hates it. She drew

a line and I decided that it would be better to move onto something else.

I like this body style but without A/C and the list of things I believe it to need or just want to upgrade, the more the wife is UNHAPPY!!!

So, It's out there. LOL

08-05-2012, 03:30 AM	#1
Chumpy_1965 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Keene, Tx Posts: 23	Yet another project for me Well, I think I'll be visiting this site often. I've built other trucks, and this body style was my favorite for years. I then ended up with several early 60's and just fell head of heels for them. But I've always wanted this style truck. I think it'll change as I turn this into what I want. Anyways, here she is. 1967 C-10 Chevy Coil sprung front/rear 250 ic 3 speed on floor uncut dash Up grades (exisiting) Gas tank moved to rear power steering First item on to do list is engine gaskets and replace power steering hose leak. Thinking about changing out bed for ????? (undecided). Attached Images

08-05-2012, 06:16 AM	#2
bobs409 1969 Custom 30 wrecker Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Pottsville, Pa Posts: 2,611	Re: Yet another project for me You've got a really nice start there. Looks good like it is! I'd keep the stepside box myself. __________________ Bob 63 Impala 283/PG/3.36 (under restoration) 66 Impala 327/PG/3.36 66 Chevelle SS 409/M22/3.55 69 Chevelle 307/PG/3.08 (future restoration) 69 C10 short stepside 454/TH350/3.73 69 Custom 30 tow truck 350/4 spd/4.10 (resto done, CRUISIN TIME!) 71 Cheyenne 20 fleetside 350/4 spd/4.10 71 Chevelle 6/PG/3.08 72 Chevelle 454/M21/4.10

08-05-2012, 06:26 AM	#3
sharpmark Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: rotorua/new zealand Posts: 161	Re: Yet another project for me cool looking pickup-those wheels look huge! x2 on keeping it a stepside. __________________ 1969 stepside-305/4spd/12 bolt posi http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=477157 1968 pontiac lemans convertible-350/pwrglde/10 bolt 1934 oldsmobile sedan-350/350/12 bolt posi 1930 model a pickup-350/350/jag ind 1928 model a roadster-283/350/9"

08-05-2012, 09:03 AM	#4
Chumpy_1965 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Keene, Tx Posts: 23	Re: Yet another project for me I like the step side, but I am a huge fan of this body style in a short bed. Oh, did I forget to mention that she is a long bed. I really like the pick ups who convert a 90's step side to their trucks, but being a long bed, I'm limited. Might like it more if I had a regular fender on driver side instead of the spare cut out. Pics make this truck look a million times better that she actually is. As for tires and wheels, yeah they are HUGE. I hate it Front 31/10.50/15 on 8" wheels Rear 33/12.50/15 on 10" wheels The guy I got it from was (lets say, he tried to seriously play this truck up) a little DUMB (I'm being nice). His sales pitch was it has many upgrades, only two up grades it has was gas tank and power steering. Yet which both need completely redone as steering leaks and belt is not align straight and gas tank straps are loose and tank when filling up barely has any angle and gas gauge at fill only shows 1/2 to 5/8 of tank. His pitch was after market steering column, (Stock with GT steering wheel, down grade) Rebuilt engine (Yeah, 30,000+ miles ago and looks as if never been rebuilt) New Carpet (Toss in carpet, not upgrade, just replacement) Tinted windows (Its so old it turned a little purple) New exhaust (Not at all, pipe has rust but normal and it hits step on driver side) Lets just say I we were trading trucks as I wanted a old truck and my truck was like everyone else's. Shiny and NOT different. I like to stand out. Well we got together and started looking at trucks and plan was a trade with a small amount of cash. (Via phone and pics) conversations. We met up and right off the bat I was not even impressed. We checked each other truck out and then got down to the nitty gritty. I told him there was no way I could make the trade for what we talked about. I was not informed of leaks and that upgrades where stock or needed fixed to actually be considered 100% completed upgrades. We haggled a bit and I still ended up driving this baby home but with $1,000 more in pocket that agreed on over the phone. Yeah it's a great start and I for see a color change coming as well. Inside and out. Red is not my thing. I'm thinking black and silver inside and BRIGHT yellow, or a burnt sunburst/black/cleared over both colors. (personal favorite, a special mix me and a painter made)burnt orange with orange metal flake and hint of pearl. I'll ad pic of the color combo on my old bike. The black has a root beer like effect when sun hits it just right Attached Images

08-06-2012, 09:51 PM	#5
Chumpy_1965 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Keene, Tx Posts: 23	Re: Yet another project for me The bad just get worse.... I was informed the rear coils were heated up to lower the rear... see pic Exhaust pipe is broke and barely holding together. Wondering what's next... I believe front is lowered but unsure how still. Attached Images

08-06-2012, 10:14 PM	#6
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,395	Re: Yet another project for me - That's the way the rear coils are made, although there should be a small space between the center coils. They are called "progressive" coils. I don't think they have been heated, they have just sagged. If you heated the coils just to close the center gap you would only gain 1/2 to 3/4 inch of drop. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

08-06-2012, 10:31 PM	#8
Chumpy_1965 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Keene, Tx Posts: 23	Re: Yet another project for me Trying to decode my engine.. I know it's a 230/250 Here is the stamped numbers F1113TA I was told its a 250. I found these numbers behind the disturbor.

08-06-2012, 11:07 PM	#9
tow guys Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Bayville NJ Posts: 385	Re: Yet another project for me Nice start. Welcome to the fold. Lovin the 3 speed! Tony __________________ Check out my 70 GMC tow truck project here.......http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=440431 Member of the 1-Ton Club! http://www.eastcoastcarandtruck.org

08-06-2012, 11:48 PM	#10
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,365	Re: Yet another project for me Hey Chumpy_1965 ... to the forums and from Ohio. on one ride. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

08-07-2012, 08:13 AM	#11
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,021	Re: Yet another project for me Welcome aboard from Central Florida Chumpy! I have a feeling you will get her all straightened out, gonna make a cool truck! __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

08-07-2012, 09:18 PM	#12
Chumpy_1965 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Keene, Tx Posts: 23	Re: Yet another project for me Trying to decode my engine.. I know it's a 230/250 Here is the stamped numbers F1113TA I was told its a 250. I found these numbers behind the disturbor.

08-08-2012, 11:31 PM	#13
Chumpy_1965 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Keene, Tx Posts: 23	Re: Yet another project for me Dang I thought I would have gotten some sort of response on what engine. LOL

08-09-2012, 09:38 PM	#14
Chumpy_1965 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Keene, Tx Posts: 23	Re: Yet another project for me Funny stuff today. I got a call from the guy I got this truck from wanting to know how I was getting along. LOL We talked for a few and he informed me that he had a set of 255/60/15 Cooper Cobra tires. I laughed as I told him I hated the over-sized tires he put on the truck and he asked if I wanted to trade. I am really debating this. Big tires to a certain point increase gas mileage, but they can kill it too. I'm kinda wondering what this truck would look like with fender well space.

08-10-2012, 04:14 PM	#17
50bomb Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Hemet,Ca Posts: 1,502	Re: Yet another project for me If you are looking for the stock look from factory but with Radial tires then it would be 15x6 steelies, 225/75. That is what I will be going with for my 67 c10 longbed. __________________ Stovebolt-It is painted

08-10-2012, 04:20 PM	#18
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Yet another project for me Looking forward to seeing what you do with the truck... Love the colors on the bike! I'd make the trade on the tires also. __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.



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08-10-2012, 08:10 PM	#20
Chumpy_1965 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Keene, Tx Posts: 23	Re: Yet another project for me More pics Attached Images

08-11-2012, 04:50 AM	#21
sharpmark Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: rotorua/new zealand Posts: 161	Re: Yet another project for me sorry-i didn't realise that a 230 looked like a 250-my bad. maybe this thread will give you some info? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=478020 i hope this helps __________________ 1969 stepside-305/4spd/12 bolt posi http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=477157 1968 pontiac lemans convertible-350/pwrglde/10 bolt 1934 oldsmobile sedan-350/350/12 bolt posi 1930 model a pickup-350/350/jag ind 1928 model a roadster-283/350/9"

08-11-2012, 07:02 AM	#22
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,762	Re: Yet another project for me If it is the original engine it is a 250. Trucks did not get the 230 in 67 and later years. It is easy to tell a 250 from 292, but far as I know there is no visual way to distinguish a 230 from a 250. __________________ 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!

08-12-2012, 04:11 PM	#24
Chumpy_1965 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Keene, Tx Posts: 23	Re: Yet another project for me Slow starting. I've got to get up funds for this rebuild, so while I do that. I'll make minor repairs. Today was replacing some gauges didn't work and put in some I had bought 5 yrs ago and found a use for them. LOL Attached Images

08-15-2012, 11:48 PM	#25
Chumpy_1965 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Keene, Tx Posts: 23	Re: Yet another project for me Well, Things finally coming to a head, at least my head. I'm either going to sell this truck or part it out. Prefer to sell it whole. The more I've been poking around and telling the wife about it, the more she hates it. She drew a line and I decided that it would be better to move onto something else. I like this body style but without A/C and the list of things I believe it to need or just want to upgrade, the more the wife is UNHAPPY!!! So, It's out there. LOL

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