'83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

clemsparks · 11-16-2011, 06:56 PM

So, this past weekend I picked up a new hauler.

It's got a Big block, a Standard Transmission (3 speed plus low), lots of miles, and plenty of rust. However, it seems mechanically solid, so I decided I couldn't go wrong using it as a functional tow vehicle (The girlfriend wants to get a horse trailer, and I've got a car hauling trailer).

After fixing a few minor issues (water temperature gauge, valve cover gaskets, headlight wiring, etc) one of the first things to go will be the running boards.

Anyway, just thought someone here might appreciate a neat old work truck.

Clem

Your41Plague12 · 11-16-2011, 06:58 PM

I like it! I honestly like the look of the running boards too, but maybe that's just me

Prerunner1982 · 11-16-2011, 07:09 PM

Air up your front tire too..... it looks a bit low.

I sure like the looks of a regular cab dually...

my4by2 · 11-16-2011, 09:27 PM

Should make for a fun tow rig!

Drastic Chevy · 11-16-2011, 10:07 PM

Man that is a nice truck. I could use it minus the bed. I need one with a flat bed.
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clemsparks · 11-16-2011, 10:57 PM

edited n such

GM72K10 · 11-17-2011, 06:59 AM

Nice!

LOW1TON · 11-17-2011, 06:41 PM

sweet love me some regular cab dually!

andrewmp6 · 11-18-2011, 07:17 AM

If it was me all that towing i would look in to a diesel swap,The 6.2 and 6.5 will bolt right in pretty much a 12 valve cummins is another good option but not the cheapest.

clemsparks · 11-21-2011, 03:28 PM

If it had had a diesel I'd have bought it...but it didn't. It was a good deal.

We don't do that much towing at this point...when we do, we'll get something more comfortable, most likely. I don't forsee this truck exceeding a 100 mile radius from home, maybe ever.

I got under it this weekend to assess the trailer wiring situation (I don't see anything in place, yet) and noticed a u-bolt had broken on the rearend (must have happened on the drive home as that is the only drive I made in it and I'm pretty sure I would have noticed it upon inspection). That'll get fixed within the week.

Clem

72GMCK-2500 · 11-21-2011, 03:47 PM

Awesome find, love those short N' stocky single cab duallys! especially with a big block!

pat386 · 11-21-2011, 04:14 PM

Nice!! I dig the running boards too!
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clemsparks · 11-21-2011, 04:17 PM

The main problem with the running boards is that they were mounted/bolted to rust...and that rust has now lost its structural integrity. At least on the driver side. I'm hot and cold on them (the running boards), frankly...but I'd just as soon not shed one while driving down the road...or have someone step on one and hurt themselves when it comes off...

Clem

pat386 · 11-21-2011, 04:28 PM

I understand what you mean!
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GCncsuHD · 11-21-2011, 04:37 PM

Nice find, there is potential there....

Inspiration?

legendman · 11-21-2011, 05:44 PM

As a K30 owner, I like that truck you picked up

Drop a 6.5 turbo diesel in it...

clemsparks · 11-22-2011, 03:36 PM

I'm not ready to try a diesel Chevy again yet. I had one and it burned me out on them for a while. (I'm a cheapskate and have a problem with the high potential for failure on a very expensive injection pump...that's the biggest thing...)

I wish mine were a K model! Well...I've got a SRW 4x4 for fun in the back 40 (posted here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=492888)

Thanks for the comments!
Clem

Dean'smeanmachine · 01-08-2014, 11:46 AM

sweet. looks solid

clemsparks · 01-08-2014, 12:25 PM

I traded this one this past summer...so I no longer have it. I'm on the lookout for an older shortbed, however.

I've got a line on one that might work out...we'll see.

Thanks,
Clem

11-16-2011, 06:56 PM	#1
clemsparks Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Columbia MO Posts: 45	'83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition So, this past weekend I picked up a new hauler. It's got a Big block, a Standard Transmission (3 speed plus low), lots of miles, and plenty of rust. However, it seems mechanically solid, so I decided I couldn't go wrong using it as a functional tow vehicle (The girlfriend wants to get a horse trailer, and I've got a car hauling trailer). After fixing a few minor issues (water temperature gauge, valve cover gaskets, headlight wiring, etc) one of the first things to go will be the running boards. Anyway, just thought someone here might appreciate a neat old work truck. Clem __________________ 1989 Shorbed 2WD project 1983 K20 Longbed workhorse

11-16-2011, 06:58 PM	#2
Your41Plague12 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 1,009	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition I like it! I honestly like the look of the running boards too, but maybe that's just me __________________ Steve Member of the Foot Pedal Club '83 Chevy K20: 6" Rough Country, 3" Performance Accessories BL, Bushwacker Cutouts, 38x15.50 Mickey Thompson Baja Claws, 350 HP 350 crate engine from Jegs, Turbo 400

11-16-2011, 07:09 PM	#3
Prerunner1982 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,904	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition Air up your front tire too..... it looks a bit low. I sure like the looks of a regular cab dually... __________________ Jon 1982 Chevy Silverado 350/th350.... RETIRED 1993 Jeep XJ 2 door(Cherokee) 4wd 4.0ltr/AX-15 (5spd)/NP231 .... Oklahoma Roll Call

11-16-2011, 09:27 PM	#4
my4by2 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Hot Springs, AR. Posts: 1,215	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition Should make for a fun tow rig! __________________ 1977 Chevrolet K30 LWB Crew Cab 497HP Mast Motorsports 6.0L LY6 HO engine GM NV4500 5-speed, Centerforce clutch + NP205 D60 + 14-bolt FF w/ Eaton posi + disc brakes Skyjacker 2.5" full spring lift w/ Nitro shocks Custom paint + interior http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=435722

11-16-2011, 10:07 PM	#5
Drastic Chevy Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: White Settlement, TX Posts: 31	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition Man that is a nice truck. I could use it minus the bed. I need one with a flat bed. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 67 Chevy C10 swb-project 84 Chevy Silverado lwb-daily driver Owner-Heavy Metal Autoworks

11-16-2011, 10:57 PM	#6
clemsparks Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Columbia MO Posts: 45	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition edited n such __________________ 1989 Shorbed 2WD project 1983 K20 Longbed workhorse Last edited by clemsparks; 11-16-2011 at 11:12 PM. Reason: reduction of spitefulness

11-17-2011, 06:59 AM	#7
GM72K10 Next! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Eastern Pa. Posts: 2,483	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition Nice! __________________ 86 K30 CUCV M1028A1 86 K30 CUCV M1028a2 dually 86 K30 C&C 6.2 4:56s, 4M, 11,000 gvw, ex fire truck, now lowboy dump More square bodies and CUCVs than I care to admit to 2020 Silverado K3500HD Work truck

11-17-2011, 06:41 PM	#8
LOW1TON Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: BRISTOW OKLAHOMA Posts: 247	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition sweet love me some regular cab dually! __________________ "WIDER IS BETTER" (TRUCKS ONLY)

11-18-2011, 07:17 AM	#9
andrewmp6 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Louisville,Ky Posts: 5,811	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition If it was me all that towing i would look in to a diesel swap,The 6.2 and 6.5 will bolt right in pretty much a 12 valve cummins is another good option but not the cheapest.

11-21-2011, 03:28 PM	#10
clemsparks Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Columbia MO Posts: 45	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition If it had had a diesel I'd have bought it...but it didn't. It was a good deal. We don't do that much towing at this point...when we do, we'll get something more comfortable, most likely. I don't forsee this truck exceeding a 100 mile radius from home, maybe ever. I got under it this weekend to assess the trailer wiring situation (I don't see anything in place, yet) and noticed a u-bolt had broken on the rearend (must have happened on the drive home as that is the only drive I made in it and I'm pretty sure I would have noticed it upon inspection). That'll get fixed within the week. Clem __________________ 1989 Shorbed 2WD project 1983 K20 Longbed workhorse

11-21-2011, 03:47 PM	#11
72GMCK-2500 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: West Chester Pa. Posts: 195	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition Awesome find, love those short N' stocky single cab duallys! especially with a big block! __________________ 1947 Chev 3600, 454,th350,9"ford tubbed (Pop's ride) 1965 GMC 1000 305E V6, Powerglide. GONE 1972 GMC K-2500 350, 4 speed, 229,000 miles 1988 Chevrolet Caprice 9C1 Ex cop car, 350, 700r4. 1997 Ford F-350 4x4 XLT (The Hauler) 7.3 diesel. RUST NEVER SLEEPS

11-21-2011, 04:14 PM	#12
pat386 misshape grape Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: the badger Posts: 385	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition Nice!! I dig the running boards too! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Don't you just love rumors? I always find out stuff about myself that I had no idea I even did..

11-21-2011, 04:17 PM	#13
clemsparks Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Columbia MO Posts: 45	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition The main problem with the running boards is that they were mounted/bolted to rust...and that rust has now lost its structural integrity. At least on the driver side. I'm hot and cold on them (the running boards), frankly...but I'd just as soon not shed one while driving down the road...or have someone step on one and hurt themselves when it comes off... Clem __________________ 1989 Shorbed 2WD project 1983 K20 Longbed workhorse

11-21-2011, 04:28 PM	#14
pat386 misshape grape Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: the badger Posts: 385	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition I understand what you mean! Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Don't you just love rumors? I always find out stuff about myself that I had no idea I even did..

11-21-2011, 04:37 PM	#15
GCncsuHD Charlie Daniels w/ a Tq Wrench Join Date: May 2009 Location: Statesville, NC Posts: 1,570	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition Nice find, there is potential there.... Inspiration? __________________ ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ 67 C10 Shortbed "Great Grandpa's Truck" I6 3 on the Tree 71k original miles 5.3 swap in the works 69 K5 Blazer-Family Beach Cruiser Project 78 K30 Dually Semi-Retired Fire Truck 350/SM465 35"s SOLD01 2500HD ECSB 6.0 4x4 5.13's 8" lift 38"s



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11-21-2011, 05:44 PM	#16
legendman Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: 19 Posts: 607	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition As a K30 owner, I like that truck you picked up Drop a 6.5 turbo diesel in it...

11-22-2011, 03:36 PM	#17
clemsparks Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Columbia MO Posts: 45	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition I'm not ready to try a diesel Chevy again yet. I had one and it burned me out on them for a while. (I'm a cheapskate and have a problem with the high potential for failure on a very expensive injection pump...that's the biggest thing...) I wish mine were a K model! Well...I've got a SRW 4x4 for fun in the back 40 (posted here: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=492888) Thanks for the comments! Clem __________________ 1989 Shorbed 2WD project 1983 K20 Longbed workhorse

01-08-2014, 11:46 AM	#18
Dean'smeanmachine Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Mount Morris,NY Posts: 788	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition sweet. looks solid __________________ Dean 1972 Custom Camper c/20 5.3 LS swap in progress. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=610187 in God we Trust

01-08-2014, 12:25 PM	#19
clemsparks Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Columbia MO Posts: 45	Re: '83 Dually Standard Cab, my latest acquisition I traded this one this past summer...so I no longer have it. I'm on the lookout for an older shortbed, however. I've got a line on one that might work out...we'll see. Thanks, Clem __________________ 1989 Shorbed 2WD project 1983 K20 Longbed workhorse

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