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Sloonz · 09-26-2019, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by billneumiller

Took some new photos last fall.

Beautiful truck and great stance. What drop and what size wheels/tires?

**paul blair** · 09-26-2019, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

OK ... So I gave up on that idea, I picked up a set of really nice caps and have broken down and bought 15x8 and 15x10 series 62 Wheel Vintiques.

PRIMO SETUP...Best look for these trucks...up graded and stock at the same time...good choice!

PepperTreeGarage · 09-27-2019, 12:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Sloonz

What drop do you have on your truck? Looks similar to mine but I have 15x8 rally wheels. Mine is 3/5 but I was planning on going down to 5/7 and am wondering if it will rub.

The Drop is 5.5 in the front. 2.5" drop spindles and 3" drop coils. Front rubs a little at full turn. We've since went with a 2" drop spring. The rear is a FlipKit with one leaf pulled and helper airbags installed for hauling and trailering duties. So it's about a 6 or 7 inch drop in the back.

**3757chevy** · 09-27-2019, 12:15 AM

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Originally Posted by paul blair

PRIMO SETUP...Best look for these trucks...up graded and stock at the same time...good choice!

Thanks, I'll try to get installed pics once I get the truck back on the road.

FabricatorKevin · 09-28-2019, 04:53 PM

My .69 C20 with new 16" x 8" steel wheels

sixtyeightC10 · 09-28-2019, 11:02 PM

Still running on factory wheels and hubcaps. Couldn't see myself dumping them.

Hotcorner · 09-28-2019, 11:29 PM

16s with caps

solospeedshop · 09-29-2019, 01:32 PM

Just bought this from original owner it has Chrome Reverse he put on truck from dealership before he took truck home! He bought 5 one for spare! I didn't even know they made them and they took original caps he got the truck in Sept 71! Tks Bill

**davischevy** · 09-29-2019, 02:04 PM

Here is a double take. My son in laws K10 hauling my Longhorn home.

**davischevy** · 09-29-2019, 02:20 PM

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Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

Recent pic with my fresh springs and shocks. OEM 16.5" steelies

Pete, what brand spring did you use, and are they stock arch? Do you have any other lift on the truck?

Thanks,
other Larry

**DeadheadNM** · 09-29-2019, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by davischevy

Pete, what brand spring did you use, and are they stock arch? Do you have any other lift on the truck?

Thanks,
other Larry

Hi Larry - love your pic btw, too cool. Springs came from Alcan Spring in Colorado. Zero lift stock height built to order w USA steel. No body lift. The 33" tires bump it up a bit. I'm happy with the stance as I can scramble in/out pretty easily.

**davischevy** · 09-29-2019, 04:48 PM

Obviously I like the stance on your truck too (along with everything else about it).

You may not remember, but, this is the truck I was going to get when I contacted you in Albuquerque. My plans changed in California and it was early morning when I came back through so I didn't bother you. Anyway, I have it apart now and I may as well put in new springs. It looks like it sits a little low in the front.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=755797

**DeadheadNM** · 09-29-2019, 04:56 PM

Nice! Thanks for the link. I'm on board.

I re-arched the OEM springs on the K20. What a waste of time/money. The ride quality was substantially improved with new springs. I also replaced the plastic liners/anti-squeak spring pack pads with the new springs.

One of the major truck vendors sells small asphalt pads for use between the bed to frame mounts. I used those at the time of the build. Maybe it quiets the ride a little bit. Maybe not. These didn't alter the body lines at least.

VWNate1 · 09-29-2019, 09:44 PM

' re - arching ' leaf springs is an old time scam ~ they ride higher again for a short while then poop out again, money wasted .

The teflon spring sheets really work wonders at making the rig ride smoother while still retaining the height and load capacity .

Beware cheapo springs ! .

Diamond or Eaton are both very good and there used to be plenty of other American spring manufactures .

**3757chevy** · 09-30-2019, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

Thanks, I'll try to get installed pics once I get the truck back on the road.

...not quite road ready ,but rolling again.

**3757chevy** · 10-25-2019, 12:04 AM

...all back together again.

VWNate1 · 10-25-2019, 09:37 AM

Good deal, looking nice .

67_C-30 · 12-06-2019, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

...all back together again.

👍👍
Way better!!!

**3757chevy** · 12-06-2019, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by 67_C-30

👍👍
Way better!!!

...

... I have had a lot of thumbs up recently.

Chevys4life · 12-06-2019, 06:39 PM

1970 C20 with 16X7 steel rims.

weim55 · 12-06-2019, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Chevys4life

1970 C20 with 16X7 steel rims.

Looking at Ford 16 x 7s for my 69, Is that what yours came off of?

Steve weim55 Colorado

jsprengeler · 12-07-2019, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Chevys4life

1970 C20 with 16X7 steel rims.

Looks great! Like the black paint, don’t see many of those.

Chevys4life · 12-07-2019, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by weim55

Looking at Ford 16 x 7s for my 69, Is that what yours came off of?

Steve weim55 Colorado

Yes...........those are the Ford rims.

Chevys4life · 12-07-2019, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by jsprengeler

Looks great! Like the black paint, don’t see many of those.

Thanks.........the boy is coming into it's own identity now.

STPETEBLUE · 02-01-2020, 10:18 PM

Here are my steelies.
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09-28-2019, 04:53 PM	#1530
FabricatorKevin Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Clinton Township, MI Posts: 34	Re: Whose on Steelies? Post 'em up! My .69 C20 with new 16" x 8" steel wheels Attached Images

09-28-2019, 11:02 PM	#1531
sixtyeightC10 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Vernal, UT Posts: 47	Re: Whose on Steelies? Post 'em up! Still running on factory wheels and hubcaps. Couldn't see myself dumping them. Attached Images __________________ 1968 C10, 327 large journal crank, TH400 trans, 12 bolt 3.73 geared rear axle, and rear leaf springs. HEI, Delco 10SI, and brake booster upgrades. Formerly known as mtndewmaniac66.

09-28-2019, 11:29 PM	#1532
Hotcorner Registered User Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Knoxville, Tennessee Posts: 892	Re: Whose on Steelies? Post 'em up! 16s with caps Attached Images __________________ 1969 GMC K25 2007 Chevy 2500HD Classic Duramax 1999 Tahoe 2DR 4WD Base Model 5.7l

09-29-2019, 01:32 PM	#1533
solospeedshop Registered User Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: Frazier Park,CA Posts: 87	Re: Whose on Steelies? Post 'em up! Just bought this from original owner it has Chrome Reverse he put on truck from dealership before he took truck home! He bought 5 one for spare! I didn't even know they made them and they took original caps he got the truck in Sept 71! Tks Bill Attached Images

09-29-2019, 02:04 PM	#1534
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,786	Re: Whose on Steelies? Post 'em up! Here is a double take. My son in laws K10 hauling my Longhorn home. Attached Images __________________ other Larry Build thread, Arkansas K10 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=755797&page=5 The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless.

09-29-2019, 04:48 PM	#1537
davischevy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Harrison, Arkansas Posts: 9,786	Re: Whose on Steelies? Post 'em up! Obviously I like the stance on your truck too (along with everything else about it). You may not remember, but, this is the truck I was going to get when I contacted you in Albuquerque. My plans changed in California and it was early morning when I came back through so I didn't bother you. Anyway, I have it apart now and I may as well put in new springs. It looks like it sits a little low in the front. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=755797 Attached Images __________________ other Larry Build thread, Arkansas K10 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=755797&page=5 The ability to speak several languages is an asset, but the ability to keep your mouth shut in any language is priceless.

09-29-2019, 04:56 PM	#1538
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,278	Re: Whose on Steelies? Post 'em up! Nice! Thanks for the link. I'm on board. I re-arched the OEM springs on the K20. What a waste of time/money. The ride quality was substantially improved with new springs. I also replaced the plastic liners/anti-squeak spring pack pads with the new springs. One of the major truck vendors sells small asphalt pads for use between the bed to frame mounts. I used those at the time of the build. Maybe it quiets the ride a little bit. Maybe not. These didn't alter the body lines at least. __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

09-29-2019, 09:44 PM	#1539
VWNate1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: So. Cali. Posts: 2,606	Leaf Springs ' re - arching ' leaf springs is an old time scam ~ they ride higher again for a short while then poop out again, money wasted . The teflon spring sheets really work wonders at making the rig ride smoother while still retaining the height and load capacity . Beware cheapo springs ! . Diamond or Eaton are both very good and there used to be plenty of other American spring manufactures . __________________ -Nate Geezer '49 3100 235 W/ Muncie SM420 SOLD '69 C/10 shortbed sidemount survivor 250 L6 W/ 350TH

10-25-2019, 12:04 AM	#1541
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 3,837	Re: Whose on Steelies? Post 'em up! ...all back together again. Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

10-25-2019, 09:37 AM	#1542
VWNate1 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: So. Cali. Posts: 2,606	On The Road Again Good deal, looking nice . __________________ -Nate Geezer '49 3100 235 W/ Muncie SM420 SOLD '69 C/10 shortbed sidemount survivor 250 L6 W/ 350TH

12-06-2019, 06:39 PM	#1545
Chevys4life Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 637	Re: Whose on Steelies? Post 'em up! 1970 C20 with 16X7 steel rims. Attached Images

02-01-2020, 10:18 PM	#1550
STPETEBLUE Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: St. Petersburg, FL Posts: 86	Re: Whose on Steelies? Post 'em up! Here are my steelies. __________________ Daily Driver: 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Dually 6.6L LLY Duramax Diesel and an Allison 5 Speed (For sale) Currently (03/25/2024) looking for an Action Line truck, specifically 1969-1970, in very good condition. Longbed only, step or fleetside, or flatbed if C30. Must be unmolested (not modded).



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