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03-15-2010, 01:51 AM
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My new (to me) 69 C10
Im new to the forum....First post here! I just picked up a 69 2wd c10.... one of the first things I want to do is lower it.... it will be a daily driver so I dont want it too low, and cost is definitely a factor. Where do I start? Is there a decent kit that comes with everything I need? Ive read alittle about drop spindles, but I've also seen drop springs for pretty cheap.... do all I need is drop springs to lower it?
Also.... the rear sway bar (or track bar? Trailer arm? axle bar? what's it called?) the part that is attached to the rear axle and goes to the frame.... well the bushing is non existent, does anyone know a replacement part that should be available at a local autoparts store? I've found them online but Id like to get one installed now instead of waiting for shipping as the truck is my daily driver.... Hey thanks for any help you can provide... I'll be here often as I work on this thing. Here's a couple pics!   
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03-15-2010, 02:23 AM
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Re: My new (to me) 69 C10
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03-15-2010, 03:01 AM
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Re: My new (to me) 69 C10
Dam man thats a sweet truck ya got!
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03-15-2010, 06:23 AM
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Re: My new (to me) 69 C10
Jimmy likes it!!!!
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03-15-2010, 07:39 AM
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Re: My new (to me) 69 C10
Nice truck! I would also try coils before going into drop spindles.
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03-17-2010, 03:14 AM
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Re: My new (to me) 69 C10
Hey thanks guys for the compliments...
Sooooooo, a lil update to my 'great' truck I got.... Engine leaks oil pretty bad.... not a huge deal, but I asked the guy if it leaked and he said take a look, the oil pan is spotless (im assuming he cleaned it before I got there because it WAS spotless) The neutral safety switch in the column was kinda sketchy so I had to wiggle the column a bit to engage the starter.... He told me about this and showed it to me.... it quite working all together two days after I got it. I wired a separate starter switch goin directly to the battery and starter solenoid.... then hid it under the dash. It has an electric fuel pump... which died yesterday on my way home. I replaced that this morning. just saw that the coolant inlet on the intake manifold leaks pretty bad... this was also quite clean when I bought it. fixing that tomorrow. and the one that really gets me is the trac bar bushing not even there... when I test drove it there were no 'clunks' or weird noises back there until a day later. Im assuming that the previous owner shoved something in there to keep it quiet. I bought a new adjustable trac bar from a local hot rod shop.... he told me that if im planning on lowering it I'll need an adjustable trac bar anyway. Im putting that in tomorrow also.... The wiring in this truck is so half assed and jimmy rigged that I can hardly figure it out, tonight I wired up an amp and some subs and almost went crazy trying to find out what the PO did to all the wiring..... It's going to be a long project for sure! I kinda knew it would be going into it though... I just hope it doesnt nickel and dime me to the poor house. Last edited by stevenjhow; 03-17-2010 at 03:15 AM. |
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03-17-2010, 03:37 AM
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Re: My new (to me) 69 C10
oh no sorry to hear the PO did you like that, What a bunch of crap when they do this kinda junk, need a swift kick in the @ss. hope you get it all sorted easier then you think now. and things go smoother for ya
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03-17-2010, 09:30 PM
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Re: My new (to me) 69 C10
Nice looking truck and welcome to the board.
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03-17-2010, 10:02 PM
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Re: My new (to me) 69 C10
That is a nice looking truck you got there . I'd say check you brake set up, with the previous owner being so honest
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03-17-2010, 10:09 PM
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Re: My new (to me) 69 C10
On these trucks, unfortunately, people will do stupid sh$#T to hide problems, when in fact if they just let people know about them, they would probably buy the truck anyways. There have been some interesting stories told about P.O's here, but don't let it get to you, it is a 40 year old vehicle, and they are relatively easy to work on. Keep us posted on your progress and welcome to the board!
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03-17-2010, 10:23 PM
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Re: My new (to me) 69 C10
dan42 hit on the answer...people will do stupid s#*! to hide problems. I'm convinced a lot of people do crappy work because they are either not sure how to do it right or are just too blasted lazy. Truck looks good...sounds like you're going to make it better!! Welcome to the board...
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03-17-2010, 10:24 PM
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Re: My new (to me) 69 C10
 stevenjhow on having a super nice lookin truck. As said it's a 40 yr old truck and you will have problems but the bright side is...once you fix an issue its done.  to your new family. 
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03-17-2010, 11:30 PM
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Re: My new (to me) 69 C10
The third day I had it my Dad was telling me to just sell it before more issues pop up. My thoughts were right along with you guys.... it's 40 years old, it's going to have issues, they will be easy to fix, and once I fix them (correctly) they will be gone and probably last the rest of it's life!
Today I installed the adjustable trac bar (AMAZING how stable the truck is when the trac bar works the way it should). Installed a nice stereo system. And tried cleaning up wiring that was either ratty or unused completely (still have alot more to go) Tomorrow I am going to track down a fuel supply issue and probably continue cleaning up wiring. |
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