1981_c10 Step-Side

[Katrina/10]

Yeah, those butterfly screws are not meant to be removed. They smash the threads on them so they won't fall out and get sucked into your engine! But it sounds like you got a good deal on a replacement carb, so all is well.

[1981_c10]

Originally Posted by Katrina/10

Yeah, those butterfly screws are not meant to be removed. They smash the threads on them so they won't fall out and get sucked into your engine! But it sounds like you got a good deal on a replacement carb, so all is well.

Yeah I learned that the hard way. Wont make that mistake again.

Sweet ride by the way. I am excited to get some work done on my 1970 soon. I am debating whether to keep her a long bed or convert to short wide or short step (do go along with my other two short steps).

I will post some pics of the other two today!

[1981_c10]

Well, I was rebuilding the heads on the 283 from my 1962 C10 and one of the heads fell on my foot. I had to have my toe nail removed, 2 stitches in my nail bed, 7 stitches to hold the fake nail and cut together. All in all, I learned I should wear shoes when working on the truck....

So, meet FrankenToe.

[1981_c10]

Well this weekend was two great scores for the 1981. I purchased a used OEM front bumper with no dents or scratches for my 81 c10 for $125. Needs a nice polish and she will be good to go.

I also scored a lowering kit. I bought it off a guy who sold his truck before he put it on. So it is a 2.5/4 inch drop kit. Spindles, hangers and shackles. I think I will be replacing my front springs back with stock springs due to that fact that 1) the driver side sags and 2) i dnt want anymore than a 2.5 drop in the front.

I am curious to know thoughts on drop shocks. I need to replace mine all the way around and not sure if the 2.5/4 drop will have an affect. Thoughts?

Also, thoughts are replacing the whole control arm verses rebuilding?

Thanks y'all!

[1981_c10]

Well, it has been a while since I have posted. I did manage to pick up a used front bumper for $125. Mine has a decent dent and crease from the previous owner. The one i picked up used had some over spray on it that i was able to wipe right off with some paint thinner and then she polished up nicely. I will get a photo of the new on on, but here are some with the old one and then without.

I also got the new carb on and headed to get my battery replaced today after work...Sad it is a new battery that went dead. I need to drive that beauty.

I am seeking advice on vent windows: rebuild or buy new? I have a set a bought back in high school that need to weather stripping but are in better shape than the ones on on the truck. I have seen a some guys rebuild with new weather stripping, but hit or miss on the results. And i know they can be pricey to outsource. Thoughts? Sugestions?

[1981_c10]

Hey Y'all,

No real update in a while. The truck has been sitting. Hail storms are beginning in Texas and it is time to get her out of the pasture and under cover. I am going to adjust the carb this week and fix the new FS Steering Wheel I purchased. I am having trouble with the horn spring staying in. Any recommendations? Here is how she sits now:

[1981_c10]

Also, see the "Recreating dad's 62 C10" in the 60-66 projects for the new thread started for the 62 next to the 81. I am excited about the progress on that truck as well!