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*LILRED66* · 10-13-2007, 12:59 PM

Below are a few progress photos of the '66 Chevy K10 lwb fleet truck I am restoring. I am hopeful all the color is on by the end of the month. I will post additional photos, as the assembly gets underway. Enjoy.

3speed 6cyl · 10-13-2007, 03:41 PM

Very nice work bud. Can't wait untill I slap some color on mine. BTW what options or what differences from K10 compared to C10?Also from your experience after painting the whole truck in parts is it pretty much down hill from here of a frame off restoration?

BIGPIMP · 10-13-2007, 03:58 PM

i have the same question do you paint it separate then put together . just what is the steps lillred i know you have done it a lot of times .could you put together an order list .you the steps .even if it's a quick one . i don't think it has been covered .

Stepside65 · 10-13-2007, 11:19 PM

3speed 6cyl, The only major difference between C-10's and K-10's that I know about is the fact that K-10's are 4x4's. Other than that I think they're the same. Btw the cab looks great Lilred. Keep up the good work.

jchav62 · 10-15-2007, 09:51 AM

Very nice work!

*LILRED66* · 10-15-2007, 01:28 PM

The frame rails and running gear are the primary differences. The engine and driveline options on the C10 and K10 models were virtually the same. All the dealer/factory options were available on both the 2wd and 4x4 models.

I collect dealer/manufacturer's literature showing the numerous options available on the C10 and K10 model trucks of 1964-1966. Even the badges for the 10 and 20 trucks are the same on the C and K series trucks.

Thanks for the kind words and I will post more photos during the assembly phase of the project.

Tony

*LILRED66* · 10-15-2007, 01:43 PM

While doing a restoration of this magnitude, I follow the agenda below:

Prepare a list of upgrades (if applicable)
Prepare a labor summary
Prepare a parts summary
Prepare a order of magnitude labor and material cost summary
Prepare a look-ahead schedule
Disassembly
Sheet metal to media blaster & primer
Chassis to media blaster & powder coating
Sheet metal to body
Sheet metal to painter
Rebuild brake system
Replace shocks
Pack all wheel bearings
Replace universal joints & carrier bearing
Replace fuel lines
Install rear wiring harness
Install engine, transmission & driveline
Set cab
Set bed
Assemble front clip
Install harnesses
Install bumpers
Install glass & rubber
Install interior
Hang doors
Install exterior trim
Install bed wood
Final dress exterior
Final dress interior
Total all labor hours
Total all material costs
Total all sub costs (media blaster, bodywork and painter)
Total all project costs

There are a massive number of small details necessary to do a restoration of this magnitude, but with a good plan of attack and a well prepared budget, the process is enjoyable and very manageable.

Good luck with your project and I hope this information is helpful.

Tony

1966gmc · 10-15-2007, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LILRED66

While doing a restoration of this magnitude, I follow the agenda below:

Prepare a list of upgrades (if applicable)
Prepare a labor summary
Prepare a parts summary
Prepare a order of magnitude labor and material cost summary
Prepare a look-ahead schedule
Disassembly
Sheet metal to media blaster & primer
Chassis to media blaster & powder coating
Sheet metal to body
Sheet metal to painter
Rebuild brake system
Replace shocks
Pack all wheel bearings
Replace universal joints & carrier bearing
Replace fuel lines
Install rear wiring harness
Install engine, transmission & driveline
Set cab
Set bed
Assemble front clip
Install harnesses
Install bumpers
Install glass & rubber
Install interior
Hang doors
Install exterior trim
Install bed wood
Final dress exterior
Final dress interior
Total all labor hours
Total all material costs
Total all sub costs (media blaster, bodywork and painter)
Total all project costs

There are a massive number of small details necessary to do a restoration of this magnitude, but with a good plan of attack and a well prepared budget, the process is enjoyable and very manageable.

Good luck with your project and I hope this information is helpful.

Tony

That really puts things in perspective and is very helpful

72BlckButy · 10-15-2007, 02:06 PM

The build looks great! It's come a long way, can't wait to see the end result.

62 short step · 10-15-2007, 07:43 PM

Tony, truck is looking good!!!

Stepside65 · 10-15-2007, 08:25 PM

I don't have near the patience to do that much work into a rebuild. One day i'll go back and do 5/3 the way it should be.

10-13-2007, 12:59 PM	#1
LILRED66 Account Suspended Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas City, KS Posts: 3,906	Progress on '66 Chevy K10 lwb fleet Below are a few progress photos of the '66 Chevy K10 lwb fleet truck I am restoring. I am hopeful all the color is on by the end of the month. I will post additional photos, as the assembly gets underway. Enjoy. Attached Images

10-13-2007, 03:41 PM	#2
3speed 6cyl Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: tracy california Posts: 77	Re: Progress on '66 Chevy K10 lwb fleet Very nice work bud. Can't wait untill I slap some color on mine. BTW what options or what differences from K10 compared to C10?Also from your experience after painting the whole truck in parts is it pretty much down hill from here of a frame off restoration?

10-13-2007, 03:58 PM	#3
BIGPIMP PIMPING RIDES Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: SPRING,TEXAS Posts: 296	Re: Progress on '66 Chevy K10 lwb fleet i have the same question do you paint it separate then put together . just what is the steps lillred i know you have done it a lot of times .could you put together an order list .you the steps .even if it's a quick one . i don't think it has been covered . __________________ 1964 CHEVY 1/2 C/10 FLEET 1981 CHEVY 1/2 C/10 FLEET 1995 DODGE 1500 V6 FLEET EAST http://www.flickr.com/photos/bigasspimp/?saved=1

10-13-2007, 11:19 PM	#4
Stepside65 Still Truckless! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Valrico, Florida Posts: 3,166	Re: Progress on '66 Chevy K10 lwb fleet 3speed 6cyl, The only major difference between C-10's and K-10's that I know about is the fact that K-10's are 4x4's. Other than that I think they're the same. Btw the cab looks great Lilred. Keep up the good work. __________________ ~James Truckless 2009 Hyundai Sonata<~~Wife's sedanomatic 1997 Nissan Pickup Father-in-law's tonka toy I am forced to drive Founder of The 60-66 Club Tutor Et Ultor

10-15-2007, 09:51 AM	#5
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: Progress on '66 Chevy K10 lwb fleet Very nice work! __________________ 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

10-15-2007, 01:28 PM	#6
LILRED66 Account Suspended Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas City, KS Posts: 3,906	Re: Progress on '66 Chevy K10 lwb fleet The frame rails and running gear are the primary differences. The engine and driveline options on the C10 and K10 models were virtually the same. All the dealer/factory options were available on both the 2wd and 4x4 models. I collect dealer/manufacturer's literature showing the numerous options available on the C10 and K10 model trucks of 1964-1966. Even the badges for the 10 and 20 trucks are the same on the C and K series trucks. Thanks for the kind words and I will post more photos during the assembly phase of the project. Tony

10-15-2007, 01:43 PM	#7
LILRED66 Account Suspended Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas City, KS Posts: 3,906	Re: Progress on '66 Chevy K10 lwb fleet While doing a restoration of this magnitude, I follow the agenda below: Prepare a list of upgrades (if applicable) Prepare a labor summary Prepare a parts summary Prepare a order of magnitude labor and material cost summary Prepare a look-ahead schedule Disassembly Sheet metal to media blaster & primer Chassis to media blaster & powder coating Sheet metal to body Sheet metal to painter Rebuild brake system Replace shocks Pack all wheel bearings Replace universal joints & carrier bearing Replace fuel lines Install rear wiring harness Install engine, transmission & driveline Set cab Set bed Assemble front clip Install harnesses Install bumpers Install glass & rubber Install interior Hang doors Install exterior trim Install bed wood Final dress exterior Final dress interior Total all labor hours Total all material costs Total all sub costs (media blaster, bodywork and painter) Total all project costs There are a massive number of small details necessary to do a restoration of this magnitude, but with a good plan of attack and a well prepared budget, the process is enjoyable and very manageable. Good luck with your project and I hope this information is helpful. Tony

10-15-2007, 02:06 PM	#9
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Progress on '66 Chevy K10 lwb fleet The build looks great! It's come a long way, can't wait to see the end result. __________________ -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)

10-15-2007, 07:43 PM	#10
62 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Greenwell Springs, Louisiana Posts: 2,882	Re: Progress on '66 Chevy K10 lwb fleet Tony, truck is looking good!!!

10-15-2007, 08:25 PM	#11
Stepside65 Still Truckless! Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Valrico, Florida Posts: 3,166	Re: Progress on '66 Chevy K10 lwb fleet I don't have near the patience to do that much work into a rebuild. One day i'll go back and do 5/3 the way it should be. __________________ ~James Truckless 2009 Hyundai Sonata<~~Wife's sedanomatic 1997 Nissan Pickup Father-in-law's tonka toy I am forced to drive Founder of The 60-66 Club Tutor Et Ultor



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