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67Black · 07-11-2007, 11:21 AM

I need more room in my 67 C10 Cab what can i do????? HELP PLEASE

raoul.duke · 07-11-2007, 11:30 AM

take out the seat

Walts_restoration · 07-11-2007, 11:30 AM

make a club cab?

rlm316 · 07-11-2007, 11:46 AM

Move the gas tank.

Sequoyah · 07-11-2007, 11:50 AM

remove the dash, steering column and everything listed above.

**LockDoc** · 07-11-2007, 12:11 PM

67Black,

A little more info wouldn't hurt. More room for your belly, legs, or both?
You could try this.....

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=191143

It only gets you a couple of inches of extra room but sometimes it can make a lot of difference. It won't change the leg room though....

Just ignore the smart remarks.....

LockDoc

faribran · 07-11-2007, 12:24 PM

has anyone heard from PUTTER lately??

**LockDoc** · 07-11-2007, 12:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by faribran

has anyone heard from PUTTER lately??

Looks like he was on the board today....

LockDoc

ChevLoRay · 07-11-2007, 01:15 PM

Classic Trucks magazine did a feature a couple or three years ago on a silver 1969 Chevy truck from the Dallas area. The owner had extended the cab of his truck by six inches, but it was not evident at first glance. He even moved the dash back and added length to the steering column to make it all look more normal. One of the comments in the magazine article was that a GM engineer said it looked like factory experimental exercise. Apparently, that engineer was involved with GM trucks, back in the day. I think the owner had a '67 front cap on the truck, but overall, it was clean!!

Aside from that method, I don't know how to create more significant room in the cab of these trucks. I know these are alot larger than the cabs from the 30's and 40's, but I also know we have a bit more room in our late models.

sick69 · 07-11-2007, 01:36 PM

Sell the truck and buy a blazer or burban? I'm not trying to be a smart a** but there is only so much room in a p/u to be had. Moving the tank will get you a few inches, useing bucket seats will get you some room in the middle, and sinking the steering column and/or a tilt will get you a couple inches but other than that your not going to get much more room inside the cab without an extended/crew cab conversion or as I already said replacing the truck with a blazer or burban.

Frank

retodd7711 · 07-11-2007, 03:08 PM

Make your old lady ride in the back, Should free up the passenger seat area for important things. Like your dog.
......
It's just a joke!

67ChevyRedneck · 07-11-2007, 03:45 PM

Remove the gas tank and install slimmer/modern seats. That may give you an inch or two.

I think Classic Trucks did an article on like a 55-59? style seat where the made the back half of the seat thinner (can't remember if they cut it or removed foam?) and recovered it.

Longhorn Man · 07-11-2007, 03:50 PM

removing the tank alone ain't gonna do jack.
The seat hits the wall above the tank. Remember the first time you tossed your arm over the top of the seat and got your fingers pinched?
When i installed my e-bay seats, I noticed the seat backs were thinner. This made it possible to slide them back a bit more. Just an inch makes a huge difference. Tilting the seat back helps too amazingly enough.

LUV2XCLR8 · 07-11-2007, 03:51 PM

There it is folks, the big 60K post

retodd7711 · 07-17-2007, 07:58 PM

try moving your steering wheel closer to the dash. Good write up in the FAQ section. It really helps if you are circumferentially challenged.

**LockDoc** · 07-17-2007, 11:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by retodd7711

try moving your steering wheel closer to the dash. Good write up in the FAQ section. It really helps if you are circumferentially challenged.

See post #6.....

LockDoc

bouncytruck · 07-18-2007, 12:00 AM

There was a truck running around Seattle called "LEGROOM" that had the cab stretched 5". It looked like it was slightly chopped at first glance. It was for sale for a while so you might be able to find something on it on the internet.

07-11-2007, 11:21 AM	#1
67Black Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Warner Robins,Georgia Pelham, GA Posts: 46	I need..... I need more room in my 67 C10 Cab what can i do????? HELP PLEASE

07-11-2007, 11:30 AM	#2
raoul.duke Sandwich: Club Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 119	Re: I need..... take out the seat

07-11-2007, 11:30 AM	#3
Walts_restoration Real Projects never die Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Lawrence, kansas Posts: 1,508	Re: I need..... make a club cab? __________________ Ill put it this way, ive got a few lawn ornaments My name tag says Ryan KansasTwister On other forums

07-11-2007, 11:46 AM	#4
rlm316 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Woodstown, NJ Posts: 669	Re: I need..... Move the gas tank.

07-11-2007, 11:50 AM	#5
Sequoyah so easy a caveman can do it... Join Date: May 2006 Location: Albuquerque, NM Posts: 419	Re: I need..... remove the dash, steering column and everything listed above.

07-11-2007, 12:11 PM	#6
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,897	Re: I need..... 67Black, A little more info wouldn't hurt. More room for your belly, legs, or both? You could try this..... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=191143 It only gets you a couple of inches of extra room but sometimes it can make a lot of difference. It won't change the leg room though.... Just ignore the smart remarks..... LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 07-11-2007 at 12:13 PM.

07-11-2007, 12:24 PM	#7
faribran Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: AL Posts: 1,828	Re: I need..... has anyone heard from PUTTER lately?? __________________ "

07-11-2007, 01:15 PM	#9
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: I need..... Classic Trucks magazine did a feature a couple or three years ago on a silver 1969 Chevy truck from the Dallas area. The owner had extended the cab of his truck by six inches, but it was not evident at first glance. He even moved the dash back and added length to the steering column to make it all look more normal. One of the comments in the magazine article was that a GM engineer said it looked like factory experimental exercise. Apparently, that engineer was involved with GM trucks, back in the day. I think the owner had a '67 front cap on the truck, but overall, it was clean!! Aside from that method, I don't know how to create more significant room in the cab of these trucks. I know these are alot larger than the cabs from the 30's and 40's, but I also know we have a bit more room in our late models. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

07-11-2007, 01:36 PM	#10
sick69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: colorado springs colorado Posts: 737	Re: I need..... Sell the truck and buy a blazer or burban? I'm not trying to be a smart a** but there is only so much room in a p/u to be had. Moving the tank will get you a few inches, useing bucket seats will get you some room in the middle, and sinking the steering column and/or a tilt will get you a couple inches but other than that your not going to get much more room inside the cab without an extended/crew cab conversion or as I already said replacing the truck with a blazer or burban. Frank __________________ 70 chevy lwb c10 454/th400 and a 9" rearend suicide doors, marker light fuel fill, 4" cowl , mini tub Last edited by sick69; 07-11-2007 at 01:41 PM.

07-11-2007, 03:08 PM	#11
retodd7711 chrome makes it go FASTER! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cleveland Tennessee Posts: 2,884	Re: I need..... Make your old lady ride in the back, Should free up the passenger seat area for important things. Like your dog. ...... It's just a joke! __________________ She can't cook and she won't clean. But she looks good in a skirt and she brings me beer. She can stay for now. EDIT:: But she left me anyway, So forget her. 1962 GMC Stepside V6 4 speed My rolling resto thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=324226 My old farm truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3465005

07-11-2007, 03:45 PM	#12
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: I need..... Remove the gas tank and install slimmer/modern seats. That may give you an inch or two. I think Classic Trucks did an article on like a 55-59? style seat where the made the back half of the seat thinner (can't remember if they cut it or removed foam?) and recovered it. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications! Last edited by 67ChevyRedneck; 07-11-2007 at 03:47 PM.

07-11-2007, 03:50 PM	#13
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	Re: I need..... removing the tank alone ain't gonna do jack. The seat hits the wall above the tank. Remember the first time you tossed your arm over the top of the seat and got your fingers pinched? When i installed my e-bay seats, I noticed the seat backs were thinner. This made it possible to slide them back a bit more. Just an inch makes a huge difference. Tilting the seat back helps too amazingly enough.

07-11-2007, 03:51 PM	#14
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,468	Re: I need..... There it is folks, the big 60K post __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

07-17-2007, 07:58 PM	#15
retodd7711 chrome makes it go FASTER! Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cleveland Tennessee Posts: 2,884	Re: I need..... try moving your steering wheel closer to the dash. Good write up in the FAQ section. It really helps if you are circumferentially challenged. __________________ She can't cook and she won't clean. But she looks good in a skirt and she brings me beer. She can stay for now. EDIT:: But she left me anyway, So forget her. 1962 GMC Stepside V6 4 speed My rolling resto thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=324226 My old farm truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3465005

07-18-2007, 12:00 AM	#17
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,038	Re: I need..... There was a truck running around Seattle called "LEGROOM" that had the cab stretched 5". It looked like it was slightly chopped at first glance. It was for sale for a while so you might be able to find something on it on the internet. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L



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