Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

ClemsonChevy · 02-25-2014, 08:52 PM

I finally was able to get my grandpas 72 C10 this week. I remember as a kid always wanting to look at it and sit in it. My grandfather died some 20 years ago, and my grandmother wouldn't sell anything, ever. She passed away last year, and her children have been going through the estate. I was able to buy the truck for $650. It is factory air with everything still there, and power brakes/steering. Here are a few teaser pics:

Its going to need fenders patched, rockers, cab corners as usual. I am going to have to patch the roof where he had a cb antenna screwed on the top of the cab. The truck has been sitting at least 10 yrs. I've already removed and cleaned/rebuilt the carb yesterday. I'm going to try to let something sit in the tank and blow out the fuel lines.

Steve Hafner · 02-25-2014, 08:57 PM

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Does it still have anything left of that blue plaid seat material ?

I'd like to see a picture if it does.

How many miles are showing on the odometer ?

Grumpus Monkus · 02-25-2014, 09:02 PM

Congrats!

flashed · 02-25-2014, 09:09 PM

Congrats on the truck ,your grandpa had good taste .

ClemsonChevy · 02-25-2014, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Steve Hafner

. . . .

Does it still have anything left of that blue plaid seat material ?

I'd like to see a picture if it does.

How many miles are showing on the odometer ?

Odometer shows 43,xxx, I'd have to see the title to see what it says. I will pull the seat cover that's on it and see what the seat looks like tomorrow, door panels and what edges of seat I see are white.

cool68 · 02-25-2014, 11:39 PM

Great - your Grandpa would be so happy to see that it will be saved and renewed.

**undertaker72** · 02-25-2014, 11:47 PM

congradulations , that is one nice truck , your grandfather will be with you in your build , super nice

Ozzy2013 · 02-26-2014, 12:01 AM

Congrats what a nice truck!

ClemsonChevy · 02-26-2014, 05:42 PM

I never had seen the truck without a seat cover on , so this was my first time seeing the original seat upholstery. Of course, the drivers side has butt-itis, but the passenger side was beautiful.

Daaaanz67 · 02-26-2014, 06:42 PM

Congrats on a rare truck from everything I've read the z62 denotes a highlander equipped option and matches the 611 plaid trim meaning seat cover. Do a search on highlander it will explain everything.

slow-1 · 02-26-2014, 08:24 PM

Congrats!

And welcome to the DMGOTC (Driving My Grandfathers Old Truck Club).

flashed · 02-26-2014, 09:39 PM

What are your plans for it ,original stock ,mild modified or restomod ? Cant wait to see more either way you go .

-T- · 02-26-2014, 10:01 PM

Thats awesome. Are you originally from Clemson? I grew up in Six Mile and have a project im working on in seneca area currently. We may know each other.

ClemsonChevy · 02-26-2014, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by flashed

What are your plans for it ,original stock ,mild modified or restomod ? Cant wait to see more either way you go .

Probably stock or mild mod. I would like to get it to daily driver status and be able to tow with it when needed. Better brakes and an engine rebuild with performance parts, with a mostly stock look. I am digging the seat upholstery now!

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Originally Posted by -T-

Thats awesome. Are you originally from Clemson? I grew up in Six Mile and have a project im working on in seneca area currently. We may know each other.

I actually have lived in Seneca all my life, but most people know where Clemson is.

-T- · 02-26-2014, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by ClemsonChevy

Probably stock or mild mod. I would like to get it to daily driver status and be able to tow with it when needed. Better brakes and an engine rebuild with performance parts, with a mostly stock look. I am digging the seat upholstery now!

I actually have lived in Seneca all my life, but most people know where Clemson is.

Are you friends with Scott black or tucker Harding ? I work in Seneca everyday if you ever need a hand just let me know

9teen69 · 02-26-2014, 10:49 PM

Congrats...love the highlander. Enjoy!

Andy4639 · 02-26-2014, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by ClemsonChevy

I finally was able to get my grandpas 72 C10 this week. I remember as a kid always wanting to look at it and sit in it. My grandfather died some 20 years ago, and my grandmother wouldn't sell anything, ever. She passed away last year, and her children have been going through the estate. I was able to buy the truck for $650. It is factory air with everything still there, and power brakes/steering. Here are a few teaser pics:

Its going to need fenders patched, rockers, cab corners as usual. I am going to have to patch the roof where he had a cb antenna screwed on the top of the cab. The truck has been sitting at least 10 yrs. I've already removed and cleaned/rebuilt the carb yesterday. I'm going to try to let something sit in the tank and blow out the fuel lines.

Well you know where I'm at if you need any help on it. Very Cool. You need to start coming to the monthly meetings and getting to know everyone locally so when you need something. We all can pitch in and help.
At some point I want to have a meeting at the house this spring.

ClemsonChevy · 02-26-2014, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by -T-

Are you friends with Scott black or tucker Harding ? I work in Seneca everyday if you ever need a hand just let me know

I don't recognize those names. Thanks for the offer!

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

Well you know where I'm at if you need any help on it. Very Cool. You need to start coming to the monthly meetings and getting to know everyone locally so when you need something. We all can pitch in and help.
At some point I want to have a meeting at the house this spring.

I work some crazy swing shift hours (work in operations at Oconee Nuclear Station) , but would like to come to some meetings for sure.

Andy4639 · 02-27-2014, 12:26 AM

What shift! I'm on Barvo SPOC!

swamp rat · 02-27-2014, 03:14 AM

Sweet! i'll bet that seat will clean right up too!

ClemsonChevy · 02-27-2014, 03:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

What shift! I'm on Bravo SPOC!

Haha, what's the chances? D shift AO! I thought I recognized your truck, I've seen it on site before.

Andy4639 · 02-27-2014, 04:09 AM

Yep I've been driving it since 1987 to work out here.

**CC69Rat** · 02-27-2014, 10:43 AM

Cool old truck! Congrats. Is it a long wheel base or short ? I cant tell from the pics.

ClemsonChevy · 02-27-2014, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by CC69Rat

Cool old truck! Congrats. Is it a long wheel base or short ? I cant tell from the pics.

Its a LWB.

Nathans71 · 02-27-2014, 11:01 AM

Congrats. Super truck. Restored my grandmother's 71 for my oldest son. Family treasure. Enjoy the ride!

02-25-2014, 08:52 PM	#1
ClemsonChevy 8 vehicles only 4 that run Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Clemson, SC Posts: 236	Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 I finally was able to get my grandpas 72 C10 this week. I remember as a kid always wanting to look at it and sit in it. My grandfather died some 20 years ago, and my grandmother wouldn't sell anything, ever. She passed away last year, and her children have been going through the estate. I was able to buy the truck for $650. It is factory air with everything still there, and power brakes/steering. Here are a few teaser pics: Its going to need fenders patched, rockers, cab corners as usual. I am going to have to patch the roof where he had a cb antenna screwed on the top of the cab. The truck has been sitting at least 10 yrs. I've already removed and cleaned/rebuilt the carb yesterday. I'm going to try to let something sit in the tank and blow out the fuel lines. __________________ 95 2500 350 w/ 3.73 72 GMC 1500 SWB stepside 65 Chevy C10 SWB stepside 72 Chevy C10 LWB fleetside Last edited by ClemsonChevy; 02-27-2014 at 08:25 AM.

02-25-2014, 08:57 PM	#2
Steve Hafner Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Northport, Alabama Posts: 1,353	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 . . . . Does it still have anything left of that blue plaid seat material ? I'd like to see a picture if it does. How many miles are showing on the odometer ?

02-25-2014, 09:02 PM	#3
Grumpus Monkus Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Waco Tx Posts: 63	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 Congrats! __________________ Our very slow build page: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=618078 1981 C20 350ci TH350 LWB Edelbrock Carb

02-25-2014, 09:09 PM	#4
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,729	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 Congrats on the truck ,your grandpa had good taste .

02-25-2014, 11:39 PM	#6
cool68 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Stockton, CA Posts: 475	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 Great - your Grandpa would be so happy to see that it will be saved and renewed.

02-25-2014, 11:47 PM	#7
undertaker72 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: nephi , utah Posts: 2,308	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 congradulations , that is one nice truck , your grandfather will be with you in your build , super nice

02-26-2014, 12:01 AM	#8
Ozzy2013 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Elkton Posts: 693	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 Congrats what a nice truck!

02-26-2014, 05:42 PM	#9
ClemsonChevy 8 vehicles only 4 that run Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Clemson, SC Posts: 236	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 I never had seen the truck without a seat cover on , so this was my first time seeing the original seat upholstery. Of course, the drivers side has butt-itis, but the passenger side was beautiful. __________________ 95 2500 350 w/ 3.73 72 GMC 1500 SWB stepside 65 Chevy C10 SWB stepside 72 Chevy C10 LWB fleetside Last edited by ClemsonChevy; 02-27-2014 at 08:25 AM.

02-26-2014, 06:42 PM	#10
Daaaanz67 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Idaho Posts: 857	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 Congrats on a rare truck from everything I've read the z62 denotes a highlander equipped option and matches the 611 plaid trim meaning seat cover. Do a search on highlander it will explain everything.

02-26-2014, 08:24 PM	#11
slow-1 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: Central NC Posts: 830	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 Congrats! And welcome to the DMGOTC (Driving My Grandfathers Old Truck Club). __________________ 1972 Cheyene C-10 "Ole Green" My Grandfathers truck (early 70's to 1983) My first vehicle (1983) Original 350 (3 rebuilds) 700R4 from Bowtie Overdrives

02-26-2014, 09:39 PM	#12
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,729	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 What are your plans for it ,original stock ,mild modified or restomod ? Cant wait to see more either way you go .

02-26-2014, 10:01 PM	#13
-T- Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Easley, SC Posts: 130	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 Thats awesome. Are you originally from Clemson? I grew up in Six Mile and have a project im working on in seneca area currently. We may know each other.

02-26-2014, 10:49 PM	#16
9teen69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,048	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 Congrats...love the highlander. Enjoy! __________________ 72 Cheyenne SWB C10 (daily driver) (Super fake cause I just love the glovebox emblem) 70 Camaro RS (frame-off in pieces) 70 Camaro RS (daily driver backup) 69 Custom LWB C10 (son now drives)

02-27-2014, 12:26 AM	#19
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 What shift! I'm on Barvo SPOC! __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

02-27-2014, 03:14 AM	#20
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 Sweet! i'll bet that seat will clean right up too! __________________ Mike. Swamp Rat build thread : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=595019 72 3/4T 4X4 4" BDS Lift 33" BFG's



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02-27-2014, 04:09 AM	#22
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 Yep I've been driving it since 1987 to work out here. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

02-27-2014, 10:43 AM	#23
CC69Rat Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Chattanooga TN Posts: 6,205	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 Cool old truck! Congrats. Is it a long wheel base or short ? I cant tell from the pics. __________________ Chad 1967 C10 SWB - Project Savannah - 6.0/4L80 Currently underway 1968 C10 SWB - TOTY 2018, 50th Anniversary Tribute Project * Sold * Pride and Joy 1986 Silverado Short Fleet - Scarlet Sold 1985 Silverado Short Fleet Sold 2022 Jeep Gladiator Mojave 2001 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted, Built 1992 Jeep Cherokee XJ 4x4 - Lifted 2013 Honda Accord EX-L v6 Coupe 6spd (wife's ride)

02-27-2014, 11:01 AM	#25
Nathans71 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mt. Washington Kentucky Posts: 97	Re: Bought my grandpa's 72 C10 Congrats. Super truck. Restored my grandmother's 71 for my oldest son. Family treasure. Enjoy the ride!

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