66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Free Candy Inside · 05-21-2018, 01:18 PM

So hopefully this can stay here. I was posting in the Heavy Haulers section but I’m guessing not many people frequent that as hardly anyone responds to posts.

Here’s my 1966 C50 I picked up last summer. The back story is I had planned on building a C50 over 2 years ago. I actually bought a 62 C50 with plans of building it but realized I didn’t have the funds or budget so I decided to sell it. About 6-8months later I see pics of Dino’s white C50. It drove me nuts because that’s what I was originally going to build. I have a 63 C30 panel (link in signature) that I was driving a lot until I started my CNC Plasma cutting side business. Since the business started I’m always delivering signs, picking up metal, etc. I decided I needed a work truck.

I picked up this 1966 C50 with 30K miles running and driving with a 292 and 4speed. I call it Big Orange. My soon to be wife calls it Big Stupid (at the time she told me if I bought another project before she got a ring she was leaving me. I called her bluff and bought the truck. 6 months later she got her ring. )

jimmythompson1964 · 05-21-2018, 01:31 PM

Good luck with both your new project and the girlfriend

Free Candy Inside · 05-21-2018, 04:12 PM

Sorry for not posting a pic.. I'm not sure why but it isn't giving me the advanced option on my iPad to post pics.. anyone know why?

Free Candy Inside · 05-21-2018, 04:15 PM

Got it. Here she is

Free Candy Inside · 05-21-2018, 09:15 PM

Truck handles 4.5 tons of sand to add to a lake property I have access to. Worst part was having to shovel it off. Guess the previous owner removed the dump bed.

Free Candy Inside · 05-21-2018, 09:18 PM

Tear down began. The plan was to use a K member from a 1992 G30 Short bus that was given to me. I also planned on using the rear end.

**Dieselwrencher** · 05-22-2018, 10:59 PM

Very cool project! If I were you I'd be getting some poly type engine mounts for this. Your trans is a 47RH if it came from the same truck. Very good trans and can be operated with toggle switches if you'd like.

Free Candy Inside · 05-24-2018, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Very cool project! If I were you I'd be getting some poly type engine mounts for this. Your trans is a 47RH if it came from the same truck. Very good trans and can be operated with toggle switches if you'd like.

Yes sir! Did the energy suspension engine mounts already. Also put a new tranny mount on it as well. When you do the toggle switch thing do you still run the factory computer with the 47re? I was also going to order up a Lokar 727 shifter for it.

**Dieselwrencher** · 05-24-2018, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Free Candy Inside

Yes sir! Did the energy suspension engine mounts already. Also put a new tranny mount on it as well. When you do the toggle switch thing do you still run the factory computer with the 47re? I was also going to order up a Lokar 727 shifter for it.

What year is your trans from? Does it have 3 pins on the valve body connector? I never run the dodge pcm to control any of the dodge transmisisons. The shift points are never right and you can't really change them. You can get a compushift mini for 47rh transmissions though. Yes, you can use a shifter for a 727.

Free Candy Inside · 05-25-2018, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

What year is your trans from? Does it have 3 pins on the valve body connector? I never run the dodge pcm to control any of the dodge transmisisons. The shift points are never right and you can't really change them. You can get a compushift mini for 47rh transmissions though. Yes, you can use a shifter for a 727.

The donor truck was a 1994. I’ll have to take a better look at the connectors.

**Palf70Step** · 05-23-2018, 07:54 AM

Very kool project. I will enjoy watching this one.

jchav62 · 05-23-2018, 12:03 PM

Great stuff!

Free Candy Inside · 05-24-2018, 12:30 PM

Front end. Bumper is about 10” from the ground. Debating cutting it up and making it about 3” taller (by taller I mean overall height, basically 3" on the bottom end) to match the height of the side steps. Personal pet peeve is cabs being lower than front bumpers.

aggie91 · 05-24-2018, 04:45 PM

Going to follow this one. I have my eyes on a C50/60 that my cousin has...

**Dieselwrencher** · 05-25-2018, 03:03 PM

Your transmission is a 47RH then. Not a 47re. It should have a 3 pin connector on the left side of the trans behind the shift arm and throttle pressure lever.

Free Candy Inside · 06-05-2018, 07:34 PM

Not much updates just yet. Been busy finishing out my end of the year teaching and getting ready for my wedding. I did get my seat back from upholstery but I'm not going to post pics of it just yet. I am hoping to make some progress in the next couple of days. Ill be sure to post pics

aggie91 · 06-06-2018, 12:03 PM

Knowing you are a teacher, just makes you forum name that much more hilarious!

Free Candy Inside · 06-07-2018, 10:14 AM

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Originally Posted by aggie91

Knowing you are a teacher, just makes you forum name that much more hilarious!

Lol. That was mainly because of my panel truck I built. I was going to get that license plate but I figured that would be frowned upon at school.

Free Candy Inside · 06-07-2018, 10:12 AM

Made a couple of wheel stands the other night so I could hang the 24’s. These things aren’t light.

Free Candy Inside · 06-07-2018, 10:15 AM

I powder coated my wheels in mirror white. Didn’t want the polished look that everyone has.

Free Candy Inside · 06-08-2018, 12:34 AM

Got my wheels mounted today and just enough time to put one on. Super stoked. This is on factory C30 suspension. Not even sure it would turn with drop spindles.

jcramsey · 06-08-2018, 07:38 AM

Good choice on the white wheels. Looks awesome. Gonna be a sweet truck, keep it up!

aggie91 · 06-08-2018, 11:47 AM

I like the wheel color. Works well with the factory patina...

**Palf70Step** · 06-09-2018, 08:45 AM

The white looks good. At that angle those things look HUGE.

Free Candy Inside · 06-10-2018, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Palf70Step

The white looks good. At that angle those things look HUGE.

They are 24" wheels with 295/40/R24 tires which are 33" tall overall so they are pretty damn big!

05-21-2018, 01:18 PM	#1
Free Candy Inside Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 752	66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid So hopefully this can stay here. I was posting in the Heavy Haulers section but I’m guessing not many people frequent that as hardly anyone responds to posts. Here’s my 1966 C50 I picked up last summer. The back story is I had planned on building a C50 over 2 years ago. I actually bought a 62 C50 with plans of building it but realized I didn’t have the funds or budget so I decided to sell it. About 6-8months later I see pics of Dino’s white C50. It drove me nuts because that’s what I was originally going to build. I have a 63 C30 panel (link in signature) that I was driving a lot until I started my CNC Plasma cutting side business. Since the business started I’m always delivering signs, picking up metal, etc. I decided I needed a work truck. I picked up this 1966 C50 with 30K miles running and driving with a 292 and 4speed. I call it Big Orange. My soon to be wife calls it Big Stupid (at the time she told me if I bought another project before she got a ring she was leaving me. I called her bluff and bought the truck. 6 months later she got her ring. ) __________________ 63 1ton Paneltruck build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=627721 Instagram: jaked937 Last edited by Free Candy Inside; 05-21-2018 at 09:53 PM.

05-21-2018, 01:31 PM	#2
jimmythompson1964 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Greeneville TN Posts: 251	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Good luck with both your new project and the girlfriend __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=765151

05-21-2018, 04:12 PM	#3
Free Candy Inside Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 752	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Sorry for not posting a pic.. I'm not sure why but it isn't giving me the advanced option on my iPad to post pics.. anyone know why? __________________ 63 1ton Paneltruck build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=627721 Instagram: jaked937

05-21-2018, 04:15 PM	#4
Free Candy Inside Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 752	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Got it. Here she is Attached Images __________________ 63 1ton Paneltruck build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=627721 Instagram: jaked937

05-21-2018, 09:15 PM	#5
Free Candy Inside Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 752	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Truck handles 4.5 tons of sand to add to a lake property I have access to. Worst part was having to shovel it off. Guess the previous owner removed the dump bed. Attached Images __________________ 63 1ton Paneltruck build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=627721 Instagram: jaked937

05-21-2018, 09:18 PM	#6
Free Candy Inside Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 752	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Tear down began. The plan was to use a K member from a 1992 G30 Short bus that was given to me. I also planned on using the rear end. Attached Images __________________ 63 1ton Paneltruck build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=627721 Instagram: jaked937

05-22-2018, 10:59 PM	#7
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,135	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Very cool project! If I were you I'd be getting some poly type engine mounts for this. Your trans is a 47RH if it came from the same truck. Very good trans and can be operated with toggle switches if you'd like. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

05-23-2018, 07:54 AM	#11
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,643	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Very kool project. I will enjoy watching this one. __________________ 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!

05-23-2018, 12:03 PM	#12
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Great stuff! __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

05-24-2018, 12:30 PM	#13
Free Candy Inside Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 752	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Front end. Bumper is about 10” from the ground. Debating cutting it up and making it about 3” taller (by taller I mean overall height, basically 3" on the bottom end) to match the height of the side steps. Personal pet peeve is cabs being lower than front bumpers. Attached Images __________________ 63 1ton Paneltruck build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=627721 Instagram: jaked937 Last edited by Free Candy Inside; 05-24-2018 at 12:59 PM.

05-24-2018, 04:45 PM	#14
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Going to follow this one. I have my eyes on a C50/60 that my cousin has... __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

05-25-2018, 03:03 PM	#15
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,135	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Your transmission is a 47RH then. Not a 47re. It should have a 3 pin connector on the left side of the trans behind the shift arm and throttle pressure lever. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

06-05-2018, 07:34 PM	#16
Free Candy Inside Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 752	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Not much updates just yet. Been busy finishing out my end of the year teaching and getting ready for my wedding. I did get my seat back from upholstery but I'm not going to post pics of it just yet. I am hoping to make some progress in the next couple of days. Ill be sure to post pics __________________ 63 1ton Paneltruck build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=627721 Instagram: jaked937

06-06-2018, 12:03 PM	#17
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Knowing you are a teacher, just makes you forum name that much more hilarious! __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

06-07-2018, 10:12 AM	#19
Free Candy Inside Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 752	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Made a couple of wheel stands the other night so I could hang the 24’s. These things aren’t light. Attached Images __________________ 63 1ton Paneltruck build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=627721 Instagram: jaked937



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06-07-2018, 10:15 AM	#20
Free Candy Inside Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 752	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid I powder coated my wheels in mirror white. Didn’t want the polished look that everyone has. Attached Images __________________ 63 1ton Paneltruck build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=627721 Instagram: jaked937

06-08-2018, 12:34 AM	#21
Free Candy Inside Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Dayton, OH Posts: 752	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Got my wheels mounted today and just enough time to put one on. Super stoked. This is on factory C30 suspension. Not even sure it would turn with drop spindles. Attached Images __________________ 63 1ton Paneltruck build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=627721 Instagram: jaked937

06-08-2018, 07:38 AM	#22
jcramsey Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Marion, NC Posts: 851	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid Good choice on the white wheels. Looks awesome. Gonna be a sweet truck, keep it up! __________________ The Egg Hauler The Government Mule

06-08-2018, 11:47 AM	#23
aggie91 I'm just glad to be here! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Longview, TX Posts: 4,788	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid I like the wheel color. Works well with the factory patina... __________________ Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square

06-09-2018, 08:45 AM	#24
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,643	Re: 66 C50 Cummins build aka Big Stupid The white looks good. At that angle those things look HUGE. __________________ 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!

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