My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Wideopenracing15 · 09-01-2009, 11:24 PM

Im 15 and in 10th grade and i am broke. My truck has a 350 with a RV cam and edelbrock carb. Its backed by a turbo 350 with a shift kit. It is actually a A/C truck with no A/C. No carpet, no soundproofing just plain floor. It has all the typical rust (cab corners, rockers and such). And now for some of the bad...
It does not lock, either door. The drivers side door im thinking the tumbler just froze up. and the passenger side door has something wrong with the door latch itself.
The drivers side window will not roll down.
Missing all the dash pieces besides the ashtray.

For now im just going to put up some pics. I'll put up some more tomorrow

firsttry1971 · 09-02-2009, 12:41 PM

man thats alot better start than mine lol i am 14 and got a 1971 c10 with a 69 front grill. it has a seized 350 4 bolt and a turbo 350. it has alot more rust than yours haha i like your truck

foosed · 09-02-2009, 02:46 PM

I guess im the lucky one. Im 15 and i got a '70 and a '72, the '72 is my daily driver with 350/350 that runs solid and as wideopen said regular rust on cab corners and rockers.

67chevylongbed · 09-02-2009, 04:58 PM

im 14 and my first is a 67 c10 327 4 spd. TONS of rust but very clean and straight body, along with a great running engine. I drove it home and it was almost a 2 hr drive and it did it just fine

imaguywithemail · 09-02-2009, 05:14 PM

I'm 20 now but I got mine at 15. I wish I had some pics on my computer of then. All I have right now are the pics of me working on it. That truck is definitely in better shape than mine was when I got it. As of right now the only original parts on the truck are the cab and bed. I'm finishing the frame and transmission swap right now. have fun with your project!

Wideopenracing15 · 09-02-2009, 06:01 PM

Thanks guys. I just got home from golf practice so i might start working on it in a bit. There a lots of little things that need to be done to it that ill probably list as i go. But here is a list of goals i have for right now.

1)Get locks to work/windows
2)get the rest of interior put in it
3)Put in a radio
4)Strip the body and do some body work and stray it down with some sort of sealent primer and drive it like that for a bit
5)Rebuild the motor
6)possibly do a tranny swap to an saginaw 3 speed i have laying around.

Thats it for now, i will be adding to the list and pics as i go.
Oh and here is my photobucket album so you can see all the pics i have of this truck and my wrecked 72 i have.
http://s692.photobucket.com/albums/v...deopenracing5/

Oh and any comments, help, or advice is greatly appreciated.

Wideopenracing15 · 09-02-2009, 06:05 PM

Oh. im glad im not the only highschooler driving one of these old trucks lol

imaguywithemail · 09-02-2009, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wideopenracing15

Thanks guys. I just got home from golf practice so i might start working on it in a bit. There a lots of little things that need to be done to it that ill probably list as i go. But here is a list of goals i have for right now.

1)Get locks to work/windows
2)get the rest of interior put in it
3)Put in a radio
4)Strip the body and do some body work and stray it down with some sort of sealent primer and drive it like that for a bit
5)Rebuild the motor
6)possibly do a tranny swap to an saginaw 3 speed i have laying around.

Thats it for now, i will be adding to the list and pics as i go.
Oh and here is my photobucket album so you can see all the pics i have of this truck and my wrecked 72 i have.
http://s692.photobucket.com/albums/v...deopenracing5/

Oh and any comments, help, or advice is greatly appreciated.

Have fun with the saginaw. What kind of transmission does your have right now? I just swapped from my SM465 transmission to a Saginaw 4 speed, and the actual installation wasn't hard, but the driveshaft is a pain in the ass. Good luck.

Wideopenracing15 · 09-02-2009, 09:09 PM

I currently have a turbo 350

imaguywithemail · 09-02-2009, 10:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Wideopenracing15

I currently have a turbo 350

Then that should actually make it alot easier. Im pretty sure the Saginaw and TH350 cases are almost the same length, so you should be able to use the same driveshaft. Other than that it's just add a flywheel, bellhousing and stuff, and a trans. Good luck and post some pics when your done.

72BlckButy · 09-02-2009, 11:01 PM

Great looking project, best of luck!

Wideopenracing15 · 09-02-2009, 11:02 PM

That pretty much back burner stuff right now. I just really need to get this truck going.

Wideopenracing15 · 09-05-2009, 05:45 PM

Went out today and got my passenger door to lock. That probably make more excited that it should have. The drivers side I think the lock itself is just toast so if all else fails and i cant find some locks for it i can just switch them around so i can drive it to school. Or maybe see if i can just drive my moms car and strip the paint next week and prime it?

On a side note. I found this rust spot and i was wondering if anyone makes a patch for this? Its on the Drivers side just on the flat part of the floor where its starting to slant? if that makes any sense im not sure how to say it

texanidiot25 · 09-05-2009, 07:48 PM

My truck sounds a lot like yours. And so did my story 2 years back. But you kick ass on it and stay with it, and you can have one of the most *****en trucks in highschool

Wideopenracing15 · 09-05-2009, 09:59 PM

Thanks man. I'm pretty excited to get this project going. I love the fact that kids dont like these trucks because their old but the truth is that my truck as it sits is worth more than most of the cars that go to my school.

**wancosc356** · 09-06-2009, 02:42 AM

Good luck on the build. As far as the locks go, go down to autozone or ur local parts store. You should be able to get new locks with keys for no more than $15.

Wideopenracing15 · 09-07-2009, 06:28 PM

Ok Im getting locks tomorrow i hope. I didnt have anytime to do anything this weekend.
On a side note. Ive changed my game plan. Since i have a Wrecked c10 in my back yard and that cab is in better shape than mine, Im going to take that cab off and put rockers on it. Then find a straight c10 frame to put it on.
So here is my parts list.
Rockers
front clip
frame
motor
And theoretically i should have a running truck. And yes I am taking in the fact of all the little things I know I'm going to need.

Wideopenracing15 · 09-09-2009, 08:56 PM

Still not much progress. Currently trying to get the Brake lights to work.
Also, still in the hunt for a frame.

oldblue1968chevy · 09-09-2009, 09:30 PM

good luck up there buddy..

not a bad start...

why cant you drive it as is....or you that worried about your truck not being able to lock at school?

Oh, i also drive a 68 to HS 11th here though...

i started driving the truck to school last year...you sound like your making it harder than it is to get your pickup onthe road...

Wideopenracing15 · 09-09-2009, 09:37 PM

Yeah pretty much I just want to have it lock to go to school. My school is notorious for getting cars broke into.
And it sounds simple on paper to get my truck on the road. But seems like more and more things keep coming up. Like we pretty much have redo the wiring under the bed due to it being old and spliced so many times. Also I've been trying to find locks for this old thing. Seems like every Auto store doesn't have parts or their computer doesnt even have my truck in it so they cant find out if they have parts. So pretty much I feel pretty stuck right now.

**wancosc356** · 09-09-2009, 10:02 PM

Sorry to hear about the problems. I had wiring problems with my tail lights also. Might wanna check the switch under the dash that attaches to the brake assembly and make sure it is working.

I can't believe that your auto parts stores don't have the locks. Maybe tell them that you have a 1969 Chevrolet C10 and see if they come up with them that way. As far as I know, they are the same thing, regardless of GMC/Chevrolet/C10/C20.

Good luck

Wideopenracing15 · 09-10-2009, 07:44 PM

I normally dont even tell them its a GMC. But I didnt think about the c10 part. Maybe ill try that.

oldblue1968chevy · 09-10-2009, 10:15 PM

try a vendor/lmc

i got matching door/igniton locks for like 23.00$

NOW MY TRUCK LOCKS WAHOO

well what all do you gotta do to get it DRIVING/RUNNING?

Get it running then worry about locks...

is this your only vehicle you have to drive?

Wideopenracing15 · 09-10-2009, 10:44 PM

Well i just need the brake lights to work really. For some reason we aren't getting any current through the brake light wire. We have reverse lights though.

texanidiot25 · 09-10-2009, 11:58 PM

Check and clean all the ground connections.

09-01-2009, 11:24 PM	#1
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) Im 15 and in 10th grade and i am broke. My truck has a 350 with a RV cam and edelbrock carb. Its backed by a turbo 350 with a shift kit. It is actually a A/C truck with no A/C. No carpet, no soundproofing just plain floor. It has all the typical rust (cab corners, rockers and such). And now for some of the bad... It does not lock, either door. The drivers side door im thinking the tumbler just froze up. and the passenger side door has something wrong with the door latch itself. The drivers side window will not roll down. Missing all the dash pieces besides the ashtray. For now im just going to put up some pics. I'll put up some more tomorrow Last edited by Wideopenracing15; 09-02-2009 at 05:38 PM.

09-02-2009, 12:41 PM	#2
firsttry1971 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: maplewood mn Posts: 51	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) man thats alot better start than mine lol i am 14 and got a 1971 c10 with a 69 front grill. it has a seized 350 4 bolt and a turbo 350. it has alot more rust than yours haha i like your truck

09-02-2009, 02:46 PM	#3
foosed Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Huron, sd Posts: 463	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) I guess im the lucky one. Im 15 and i got a '70 and a '72, the '72 is my daily driver with 350/350 that runs solid and as wideopen said regular rust on cab corners and rockers. __________________ 1970 c/10 swb (show truck) 1972 custom/10 deluxe 4x4 (restoration pending) 2011 silverado ecsb z71 (daily driver)

09-02-2009, 04:58 PM	#4
67chevylongbed Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Carmichael, California Posts: 576	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) im 14 and my first is a 67 c10 327 4 spd. TONS of rust but very clean and straight body, along with a great running engine. I drove it home and it was almost a 2 hr drive and it did it just fine __________________ Eric 1967 C10 LWB SOLD.... 1995 Ford F-250 4x4 Powerstroke, 342k "Each generation goes further than the generation preceding it because it stands on the shoulders of that generation. You will have opportunities beyond anything we've ever known." -Ronald Reagan

09-02-2009, 05:14 PM	#5
imaguywithemail Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: eureka California Posts: 42	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) I'm 20 now but I got mine at 15. I wish I had some pics on my computer of then. All I have right now are the pics of me working on it. That truck is definitely in better shape than mine was when I got it. As of right now the only original parts on the truck are the cab and bed. I'm finishing the frame and transmission swap right now. have fun with your project!

09-02-2009, 06:01 PM	#6
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) Thanks guys. I just got home from golf practice so i might start working on it in a bit. There a lots of little things that need to be done to it that ill probably list as i go. But here is a list of goals i have for right now. 1)Get locks to work/windows 2)get the rest of interior put in it 3)Put in a radio 4)Strip the body and do some body work and stray it down with some sort of sealent primer and drive it like that for a bit 5)Rebuild the motor 6)possibly do a tranny swap to an saginaw 3 speed i have laying around. Thats it for now, i will be adding to the list and pics as i go. Oh and here is my photobucket album so you can see all the pics i have of this truck and my wrecked 72 i have. http://s692.photobucket.com/albums/v...deopenracing5/ Oh and any comments, help, or advice is greatly appreciated.

09-02-2009, 06:05 PM	#7
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) Oh. im glad im not the only highschooler driving one of these old trucks lol

09-02-2009, 09:09 PM	#9
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) I currently have a turbo 350

09-02-2009, 11:01 PM	#11
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) Great looking project, best of luck! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

09-02-2009, 11:02 PM	#12
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) That pretty much back burner stuff right now. I just really need to get this truck going. Last edited by Wideopenracing15; 09-05-2009 at 05:38 PM.

09-05-2009, 05:45 PM	#13
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) Went out today and got my passenger door to lock. That probably make more excited that it should have. The drivers side I think the lock itself is just toast so if all else fails and i cant find some locks for it i can just switch them around so i can drive it to school. Or maybe see if i can just drive my moms car and strip the paint next week and prime it? On a side note. I found this rust spot and i was wondering if anyone makes a patch for this? Its on the Drivers side just on the flat part of the floor where its starting to slant? if that makes any sense im not sure how to say it Last edited by Wideopenracing15; 09-05-2009 at 05:48 PM.

09-05-2009, 07:48 PM	#14
texanidiot25 Eat My Rust Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cypress, Texas Posts: 3,362	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) My truck sounds a lot like yours. And so did my story 2 years back. But you kick ass on it and stay with it, and you can have one of the most *****en trucks in highschool

09-05-2009, 09:59 PM	#15
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) Thanks man. I'm pretty excited to get this project going. I love the fact that kids dont like these trucks because their old but the truth is that my truck as it sits is worth more than most of the cars that go to my school.

09-06-2009, 02:42 AM	#16
wancosc356 I Like Mine With No Shine! Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,705	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) Good luck on the build. As far as the locks go, go down to autozone or ur local parts store. You should be able to get new locks with keys for no more than $15. __________________ Michael 1967 Chevrolet C10 Short Fleet (Literal Ground Up....One Day) 2006 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 4x4 1969 Lincoln Continental Coupe Project FOR SALE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...ct=4578&cat=17 1981 Honda CM400 C Bobber SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384152

09-07-2009, 06:28 PM	#17
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) Ok Im getting locks tomorrow i hope. I didnt have anytime to do anything this weekend. On a side note. Ive changed my game plan. Since i have a Wrecked c10 in my back yard and that cab is in better shape than mine, Im going to take that cab off and put rockers on it. Then find a straight c10 frame to put it on. So here is my parts list. Rockers front clip frame motor And theoretically i should have a running truck. And yes I am taking in the fact of all the little things I know I'm going to need.



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09-09-2009, 08:56 PM	#18
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) Still not much progress. Currently trying to get the Brake lights to work. Also, still in the hunt for a frame.

09-09-2009, 09:30 PM	#19
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) good luck up there buddy.. not a bad start... why cant you drive it as is....or you that worried about your truck not being able to lock at school? Oh, i also drive a 68 to HS 11th here though... i started driving the truck to school last year...you sound like your making it harder than it is to get your pickup onthe road... __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

09-09-2009, 09:37 PM	#20
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) Yeah pretty much I just want to have it lock to go to school. My school is notorious for getting cars broke into. And it sounds simple on paper to get my truck on the road. But seems like more and more things keep coming up. Like we pretty much have redo the wiring under the bed due to it being old and spliced so many times. Also I've been trying to find locks for this old thing. Seems like every Auto store doesn't have parts or their computer doesnt even have my truck in it so they cant find out if they have parts. So pretty much I feel pretty stuck right now.

09-09-2009, 10:02 PM	#21
wancosc356 I Like Mine With No Shine! Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,705	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) Sorry to hear about the problems. I had wiring problems with my tail lights also. Might wanna check the switch under the dash that attaches to the brake assembly and make sure it is working. I can't believe that your auto parts stores don't have the locks. Maybe tell them that you have a 1969 Chevrolet C10 and see if they come up with them that way. As far as I know, they are the same thing, regardless of GMC/Chevrolet/C10/C20. Good luck __________________ Michael 1967 Chevrolet C10 Short Fleet (Literal Ground Up....One Day) 2006 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 4x4 1969 Lincoln Continental Coupe Project FOR SALE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...ct=4578&cat=17 1981 Honda CM400 C Bobber SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384152

09-10-2009, 07:44 PM	#22
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) I normally dont even tell them its a GMC. But I didnt think about the c10 part. Maybe ill try that.

09-10-2009, 10:15 PM	#23
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) try a vendor/lmc i got matching door/igniton locks for like 23.00$ NOW MY TRUCK LOCKS WAHOO well what all do you gotta do to get it DRIVING/RUNNING? Get it running then worry about locks... is this your only vehicle you have to drive? __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

09-10-2009, 10:44 PM	#24
Wideopenracing15 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 299	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) Well i just need the brake lights to work really. For some reason we aren't getting any current through the brake light wire. We have reverse lights though.

09-10-2009, 11:58 PM	#25
texanidiot25 Eat My Rust Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Cypress, Texas Posts: 3,362	Re: My Highschool Project truck a 1969 GMC C20 (Old Blue) Check and clean all the ground connections.

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