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05-20-2002, 11:55 AM
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Join Date: May 2002
Location: Sonora, CA
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Full restoration requirements?
I am wondering what parts of the truck need to be original for it to be considered a good restoration. I.E. parts that need to match the id numbers and such. Does it affect the value if you have to replace a rusted door or buy a new wiper motor (just examples) My current project is a 69 chevy C-10 with a 350 4 bolt main and a turbo 400 tranny. Going with a frame off restor. Need some help with what I should keep and what I can replace without damaging the trucks value
[This message has been edited by shane427 (edited May 20, 2002).]
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05-20-2002, 05:13 PM
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SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER
Join Date: Feb 2002
Location: eleanor wv usa
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To fully restore a 67-72 you better have end less bank account.Do it the way you want,some guys go to far then some not enough.I was at a show Sunday looked at a sharp yellow 71 loaded,but inside he didn't replace the dash bezel yet.I hope he does if not it takes away.So I'd do the details and still have a good lookin' truck.My two cents.
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69 C-10, OWNED 38YRS... 350 over 30, 350 Turbo, 3:73 Posi P/S, P/B Black with red and black int. ''LOVE THESE OLD ''TRUCKS.......  
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05-20-2002, 05:31 PM
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Join Date: Oct 2001
Location: SW Washington
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I'm no pro. But I'm guessing you would wan't to keep the original motor, transmission, rearend, seat, steering wheel, radio etc. I wouldn't think it would matter if you put on a new fender or somthing. There were not numbers on that stuff.
Just my .02 Darren ------------------ Darren Washington State darrengale67@hotmail.com 1972 GMC C1500 (Bone Stock) 1967 Chevy C10 LWB Looking for a 72 3/4 Ton 4x4 Cheyenne Super with little or no rust.
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05-20-2002, 05:34 PM
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KEEP IT PINNED
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: Hanford ,CA
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Im into haveing the most "custom" things done. I would just do whatever you like to your truck and not worry about keeping it original unless thats what you prefer.
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05-20-2002, 06:24 PM
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its all about the +6 inches
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Hilliard Ohio
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Date coded air for the tires adn date coded gear oil is a b!tch to find.
I agree that the main components need to be original. Engine, tranny Transfer (if aplicable) and rear end are all pretty important. As far as body panels, I think the deivers side door is pretty important if it still has the factory stickers on it. The door should have a sticker showing the birth month of your rig. ------------------ '69 G.M.C. 350/350. Trying to clean up the left over damage from the Dope-Smokin-Old-Man I've been dubbed the Longhorn Freak/Fanatic/Expert, I just hope I can live up to it. FINALLY got the HORNIAC...a '70 one ton Longhorn with a Pontiac 350/350 and lots of 'personality'. Check out The Longhorn Webite. E-mail longhornmail@yahoo.com My name is Andy...not Randy...I'm in Ohio...Not Illinois...close enough? Columbus Ohio |
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05-20-2002, 08:07 PM
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Join Date: May 2002
Location: Sonora, CA
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Thanks for the help...good news! I just found the original paperwork that came with the truck with all the factory codes and stuff. It's in bad shape but it will be useful when I get knee deep in this restor. By the way this is the best message board I've seen in a while...what dedicated owners!!!
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