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Chevytruck70 · 07-18-2013, 12:08 PM

I bought this chevy pickup 5 days ago.... I really like this truck... Not running right now but working on that.... I would like to restore this pick up head to toe.... Frame, engine, body, interior... Here's some pics let me know what you guys think... Leave comments and advices :-) thx
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**RenoKeene** · 07-18-2013, 12:19 PM

Welcome aboard from Central Florida!
Restore away, looks like its worth saving.

green72s · 07-18-2013, 12:38 PM

Congratulations, that's a nice looking truck. How are you planning on restoring it, original, mostly original or modified? Looking forward to seeing more pictures.

k2rm · 07-18-2013, 01:24 PM

Great looking truck! This is a great place for advice and helpful information as you will likely find a solution for every problem you may run into. You have a fun project ahead of you!

My 70 C20 started out looking very similar to yours, although in addition to the green body and white cab, it was white below the lower trim. I think yours is in better shape than mine was when I started my frame off build.

Jeremy69 · 07-18-2013, 03:33 PM

Awesome! Look forward to seeing it develop!
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**FleetsidePaul** · 07-19-2013, 09:47 PM

I'm a big C20 fan. Get it running good and enjoy it, it's a cool truck. Collect parts you will need, and when the time comes go for the full restoration. I have seen too many guys tear into a project only to lose interest (and a lot of money) due to having a project sit around for years and there was no budget planned in advance. So make a plan, make a budget, but enjoy it in the meantime. It's a great truck as is. I'd lose the mirrors, get new front bumper, and drive the wheels of it. Nice score!

chvtrkman · 07-19-2013, 10:22 PM

Gotta love those C-20s ! Your truck looks way better than mine just as it is. Nice touch with the custom mounted spot mirror,although the way it's affixed to the main mirror has a somewhat awkward look to it. (to me anyway) Work on getting that engine running...it'll give your ambition a boost to start tackling other stuff here and there.
Oh, and k2rm,that is one nice C-20 you have.To think that you started with so much less and end up with a finished ride that nice is an inspiration to all of us. Good job !

Chevytruck70 · 07-20-2013, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by green72s

Congratulations, that's a nice looking truck. How are you planning on restoring it, original, mostly original or modified? Looking forward to seeing more pictures.

Yes planing on restoring all original.... No modifications... Just stock chevy :-)
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Chevytruck70 · 07-20-2013, 03:14 AM

That's a super nice truck... I want my too look like that :-)
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Chevytruck70 · 07-20-2013, 03:20 AM

Hi there.... Thx for you advices... This is my first chevy project and I'm happy that all you guys try to help other people that are just staring projects... And yes this weekend I'm working on that truck to start the engine... Buying a new starter and let's see what it needs :-)
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kornfed · 07-20-2013, 04:03 AM

Nice looking C20. Rockers is the only rust I see. Have fun on the rebuild!

**derotoreut** · 07-20-2013, 09:18 AM

Here's my 69 C20. I installed an 8-lug front disc brake conversion kit. I wanted to keep the 8-lug set up and I'm glad I did. K2RM did the same I believe. I recall chatting about it in the past. Keep it all 8-lug!

k2rm · 07-22-2013, 11:04 AM

Thanks for the compliments guys. I agree with derotoreut, leave it 8 lug. The front disk conversion is great and adding a front sway bar is probably the best mod for buck upgrade you can do.

Derotoreut, I love the stance of your truck. How's the ride with the HD springs in the front?

**MidLifer** · 07-22-2013, 01:58 PM

Not to hijack the thread, but K2RM I run HD springs in my truck (new ones in fact), with 8-bolts, big balloon tires, and leafs in the back. Pretty much the same stance as derotoreut. It rides like, well, a truck.

I know a lot of you guys in 1/2 ton coil land like a truck that rides like a Caddy. Let me just say I'm glad I got new seat foams last year. No more seat frame imprints in my butt.

**derotoreut** · 07-22-2013, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by k2rm

Thanks for the compliments guys. I agree with derotoreut, leave it 8 lug. The front disk conversion is great and adding a front sway bar is probably the best mod for buck upgrade you can do.

Derotoreut, I love the stance of your truck. How's the ride with the HD springs in the front?

With the HD springs the ride is definitely stiffer, but hey... it's a truck. It's not a daily driver for me, so I don't mind. I'll suffer a bit with the ride to get the stance that I like.

*Mister-B* · 07-22-2013, 09:06 PM

Very nice. Here's what I'd do, assuming it runs and stops

Wash it and buff it with Maguires Cleaner Wax
Take off the mirrors, and get some stock ones
Replace wiper blades with factory ones
Replace front bumper with same type
Find missing lower moulding piece
Repaint steelies
Install Chevy hubcaps. 73+ are easier to find until you can get some nice period correct ones
Repaint the black areas on your grille, and paint the inner grille squares metallic gray
Buy black vinyl chevrolet letters for grille from Brothers

That'll keep you busy and get you started
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Speedfreak42 · 07-24-2013, 12:40 AM

I've been working on my 70 C20 for almost a year now. It's come a long way mechanically and has been a lot of fun. I just put a b&m mega truck shifter in today. Love it. Have fun with yours and keep us up dated.
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Chevytruck70 · 09-10-2013, 10:39 PM

Here's the truck so far.... I wish I have more time and money to put on Lol..
Thx for all advices :-)
I'm down to learn and listen to experts :-)
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beau08 · 09-11-2013, 10:23 PM

Great looking truck..Looking forward to watching your progress. I too have just acquired a 1970 C20. 400 CID, A/C, PB, PS. Similar to you I plan a body off resto.

swamp rat · 09-11-2013, 11:44 PM

Welcome and good luck!

07-18-2013, 12:08 PM	#1
Chevytruck70 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: San Diego ca Posts: 15	1970 chevy c20 project I bought this chevy pickup 5 days ago.... I really like this truck... Not running right now but working on that.... I would like to restore this pick up head to toe.... Frame, engine, body, interior... Here's some pics let me know what you guys think... Leave comments and advices :-) thx Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

07-18-2013, 12:19 PM	#2
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,011	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project Welcome aboard from Central Florida! Restore away, looks like its worth saving. __________________ 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

07-18-2013, 12:38 PM	#3
green72s Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Tempe, Arizona Posts: 100	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project Congratulations, that's a nice looking truck. How are you planning on restoring it, original, mostly original or modified? Looking forward to seeing more pictures.

07-18-2013, 01:24 PM	#4
k2rm Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Concord, CA Posts: 147	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project Great looking truck! This is a great place for advice and helpful information as you will likely find a solution for every problem you may run into. You have a fun project ahead of you! My 70 C20 started out looking very similar to yours, although in addition to the green body and white cab, it was white below the lower trim. I think yours is in better shape than mine was when I started my frame off build. Attached Images

07-18-2013, 03:33 PM	#5
Jeremy69 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Star City, AR Posts: 72	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project Awesome! Look forward to seeing it develop! Posted via Mobile Device

07-19-2013, 09:47 PM	#6
FleetsidePaul R.I.P. E.S.L.L. Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Kernville CA./ Lake Isabella CA. Posts: 11,419	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project I'm a big C20 fan. Get it running good and enjoy it, it's a cool truck. Collect parts you will need, and when the time comes go for the full restoration. I have seen too many guys tear into a project only to lose interest (and a lot of money) due to having a project sit around for years and there was no budget planned in advance. So make a plan, make a budget, but enjoy it in the meantime. It's a great truck as is. I'd lose the mirrors, get new front bumper, and drive the wheels of it. Nice score! __________________ 1971 Custom C/20 1970 CST 20 1970 C/30 Flatbed 1983 C/30 Dually 2015 Corvette Z51 2021 Corvette Z51 1991 Cadillac Hearse 1982 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz 2000 Porsche Boxster S 2020 Jeep Gladiator 1973 VW Thing 1973 Plymouth Satellite wagon 1963 Baja Bug 1959 Bug Dune Buggy 1970 Baja Bug 1987 Jaguar XJ 350. R.I.P. El Jay R.I.P Jessie. R.I.P Grumpy. Every day is a gift from God.

07-19-2013, 10:22 PM	#7
chvtrkman Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: PA. Posts: 178	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project Gotta love those C-20s ! Your truck looks way better than mine just as it is. Nice touch with the custom mounted spot mirror,although the way it's affixed to the main mirror has a somewhat awkward look to it. (to me anyway) Work on getting that engine running...it'll give your ambition a boost to start tackling other stuff here and there. Oh, and k2rm,that is one nice C-20 you have.To think that you started with so much less and end up with a finished ride that nice is an inspiration to all of us. Good job ! __________________ _____________________________________________ 69 C-20 292, 4 spd O/D, 4:56 rears. No a/c p/s p/b p/w......restoration project,"Operation:Stovebolt" 78 C-10 305 TH350 new (old) daily driver 02 Suburban Z71 a.k.a. the family truckster 99 Silverado 1500 Z71

07-20-2013, 03:14 AM	#9
Chevytruck70 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: San Diego ca Posts: 15	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project That's a super nice truck... I want my too look like that :-) Posted via Mobile Device

07-20-2013, 03:20 AM	#10
Chevytruck70 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: San Diego ca Posts: 15	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project Hi there.... Thx for you advices... This is my first chevy project and I'm happy that all you guys try to help other people that are just staring projects... And yes this weekend I'm working on that truck to start the engine... Buying a new starter and let's see what it needs :-) Posted via Mobile Device

07-20-2013, 04:03 AM	#11
kornfed Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Louisa, Virginia Posts: 30	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project Nice looking C20. Rockers is the only rust I see. Have fun on the rebuild!

07-20-2013, 09:18 AM	#12
derotoreut Roto Reuter thats the name... Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Darien, NY Posts: 1,847	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project Here's my 69 C20. I installed an 8-lug front disc brake conversion kit. I wanted to keep the 8-lug set up and I'm glad I did. K2RM did the same I believe. I recall chatting about it in the past. Keep it all 8-lug! Attached Images __________________ ~ Dan My 70 K10 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=782232 My 71 SWB build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651394 1970 SWB Fleet K10 4X4, 5.3L LM7, 4L60E, Dakota Digital RTX, Vintage Air, Ididit tilt 1971 SWB Fleet C10 - Original SWB Arizona truck, new custom restoration project "Kick out your motor and drive while you're still alive - kick it out!" - Heart 1977

07-22-2013, 11:04 AM	#13
k2rm Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Concord, CA Posts: 147	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project Thanks for the compliments guys. I agree with derotoreut, leave it 8 lug. The front disk conversion is great and adding a front sway bar is probably the best mod for buck upgrade you can do. Derotoreut, I love the stance of your truck. How's the ride with the HD springs in the front?

07-22-2013, 01:58 PM	#14
MidLifer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: South NJ Posts: 1,262	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project Not to hijack the thread, but K2RM I run HD springs in my truck (new ones in fact), with 8-bolts, big balloon tires, and leafs in the back. Pretty much the same stance as derotoreut. It rides like, well, a truck. I know a lot of you guys in 1/2 ton coil land like a truck that rides like a Caddy. Let me just say I'm glad I got new seat foams last year. No more seat frame imprints in my butt.

07-22-2013, 09:06 PM	#16
Mister-B Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 3,331	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project Very nice. Here's what I'd do, assuming it runs and stops Wash it and buff it with Maguires Cleaner Wax Take off the mirrors, and get some stock ones Replace wiper blades with factory ones Replace front bumper with same type Find missing lower moulding piece Repaint steelies Install Chevy hubcaps. 73+ are easier to find until you can get some nice period correct ones Repaint the black areas on your grille, and paint the inner grille squares metallic gray Buy black vinyl chevrolet letters for grille from Brothers That'll keep you busy and get you started Posted via Mobile Device

07-24-2013, 12:40 AM	#17
Speedfreak42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Boca Raton / Florida Posts: 4	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project I've been working on my 70 C20 for almost a year now. It's come a long way mechanically and has been a lot of fun. I just put a b&m mega truck shifter in today. Love it. Have fun with yours and keep us up dated. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1970 C20 350/700r4, shift kit, rpm air gap intake, high flow fuel pump, Hooker LT headers, Holley 750 Dbl pumper, 71 front disc brake swap, MSD 6AL, Blaster 2, Pro billet distributor, street fire wires.... ...more to come



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09-10-2013, 10:39 PM	#18
Chevytruck70 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: San Diego ca Posts: 15	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project Here's the truck so far.... I wish I have more time and money to put on Lol.. Thx for all advices :-) I'm down to learn and listen to experts :-) Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

09-11-2013, 10:23 PM	#19
beau08 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Peoria, Az. Posts: 15	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project Great looking truck..Looking forward to watching your progress. I too have just acquired a 1970 C20. 400 CID, A/C, PB, PS. Similar to you I plan a body off resto.

09-11-2013, 11:44 PM	#20
swamp rat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Spanaway Posts: 8,451	Re: 1970 chevy c20 project Welcome and good luck! __________________ 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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