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**dtkarst** · 02-17-2014, 12:42 AM

Ive had this 61 factory four wheel drive for a couple years now. Spent $150.00 on it from the original owners grandson. It was definitely bought to work, but I got it running and it will drive around our farm. Like this mostly because I never see any around at shows or anywhere really. I get a lot of questions about it from those who see pictures of it. So since ive pretty much all but sold my other trucks, I figured Id start on my dream 60-66 chevy pickup. Let me know what you guys think. It needs just about every panel but its bumper to bumper its all there.

**dtkarst** · 02-17-2014, 12:45 AM

few more

NEWFISHER · 02-17-2014, 12:47 AM

Definately a cool piece, worthy of restoring.

**1971 GMC SHORTY** · 02-17-2014, 01:56 AM

Digging It

KTSK10 · 02-17-2014, 02:17 AM

I'm working a 61 K10 also. Looks like it's going to be quite the challenge.

**Clyde65** · 02-17-2014, 08:47 AM

Wow! That dude sure has worked hard! I think it's a great project and I'll be following along!

Mathew21 · 02-17-2014, 08:49 AM

Cool truck. I'm glad your saving it.

TJ's Chevy · 02-17-2014, 12:07 PM

Hmm....I am so seeing a 5.9 cummins swap...maybe some stacks? 35 inch tires?

lol! Glad yer gonna start restoring it!

1963c-10 · 02-17-2014, 12:54 PM

very cool...nice project

chevyrestoguy · 02-17-2014, 12:55 PM

That's a cool truck. The '60-'61 factory 4wd stepsides are pretty rare. Most of those were beat to death back in the day, and few survived. Glad to see you back on this one.

For $150, you got a smokin' deal. I'd restore the drivetrain and leave the body as is and have fun with it.

61K10 · 02-17-2014, 02:08 PM

glad to see another 61k saved, as not very many left. i would restore it, maybe not 100% stock as i am doing mine.

**dtkarst** · 02-17-2014, 02:25 PM

The plan is to go through the drive train a bit, freshen things up. I picture it in a dark green probably forest green with a couple of spotlights, the skinny original looking tires, maybe a chrome grille with chrome hood inserts. Just depends on how I think it will look

sodly · 02-17-2014, 03:08 PM

That would look really cool brought back to stock configuration. You wouldn't have to worry about seeing another one like it around. Subscribed.

**dtkarst** · 02-17-2014, 07:28 PM

Well, I got a damper put on the project today...my 67 Camaro RS just spun a main bearing on me and knocks louder then when the cops are at the door. So there goes a decent chunk of money into it. But I still plan on getting this thing freshened up, just might be a little slower.

61_FL_Apache · 02-17-2014, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by dtkarst

Well, I got a damper put on the project today...my 67 Camaro RS just spun a main bearing on me and knocks louder then when the cops are at the door. So there goes a decent chunk of money into it. But I still plan on getting this thing freshened up, just might be a little slower.

There's another two years to wait for this project to start...

Hope all goes well with the RS.

Gargoyle · 02-17-2014, 07:49 PM

oh man, Camaro's are a dime a dozen, put that thing on the back burner and fix the truck.

pimpston65 · 02-17-2014, 08:02 PM

When its done, man that will be a BeASt!!!

61K10 · 02-18-2014, 02:37 PM

I guess i should start a build thread on my K10 as i have enough pics to keep it going. anybody interested? seems the slammed ones are of interest.

earl84 · 02-18-2014, 03:13 PM

Subscribed, can't wait for some progress photos. And 61K10, definitely start a thread. I like the K10's a lot. Like them all really, but the K10's are BEASTS!!

**chevy_man5** · 02-18-2014, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by 61K10

I guess i should start a build thread on my K10 as i have enough pics to keep it going. anybody interested? seems the slammed ones are of interest.

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Originally Posted by earl84

Subscribed, can't wait for some progress photos. And 61K10, definitely start a thread. I like the K10's a lot. Like them all really, but the K10's are BEASTS!!

I'll second that Earl 84, you definitely need a build thread 61K10!!

Cant wait to see where this one goes Dtkarst!!

j.kirn · 02-18-2014, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by 61K10

I guess i should start a build thread on my K10 as i have enough pics to keep it going. anybody interested? seems the slammed ones are of interest.

im interested

**aerotruk63** · 02-18-2014, 04:32 PM

So 61 had the 4WD control lever on the left side of the 4 speed transmission and 1960 was on the right?
235 with optional external oil filter.
Optional auxiliary rear springs.
No rear view mirror?
Optional locking hubs.
What are the other wheels in the bed?

61K10 · 02-18-2014, 05:01 PM

Hey Joe--how's your 62 coming?

MitchFloyd · 02-18-2014, 05:27 PM

I'll follow any 60-63 4x4 build!

**chevy_man5** · 02-18-2014, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by aerotruk63

So 61 had the 4WD control lever on the left side of the 4 speed transmission and 1960 was on the right?
235 with optional external oil filter.
Optional auxiliary rear springs.
No rear view mirror?
Optional locking hubs.
What are the other wheels in the bed?

On the 4WD lever, there has been talk of it in the past, and I don't think we ever reached a conclusion, other than, who knows what happened...

My 60 GMC has it on the Right, http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=433482&page=3 (post 65) and KroAutomotive's 60 GMC has it on the left http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=532295 (post 14). J. Kirns is on the right like mine http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=355603&page=2 (post 44)

Not sure what the deal is. Both Kro's and mine look original, and J.Kirns is restored so beautifully the way it was.

02-17-2014, 12:42 AM	#1
dtkarst Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Hays, KS Posts: 2,490	Think its about time to start on this thing... Ive had this 61 factory four wheel drive for a couple years now. Spent $150.00 on it from the original owners grandson. It was definitely bought to work, but I got it running and it will drive around our farm. Like this mostly because I never see any around at shows or anywhere really. I get a lot of questions about it from those who see pictures of it. So since ive pretty much all but sold my other trucks, I figured Id start on my dream 60-66 chevy pickup. Let me know what you guys think. It needs just about every panel but its bumper to bumper its all there. Attached Images

02-17-2014, 12:45 AM	#2
dtkarst Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Hays, KS Posts: 2,490	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... few more Attached Images

02-17-2014, 12:47 AM	#3
NEWFISHER Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Oregon Posts: 3,303	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... Definately a cool piece, worthy of restoring. __________________ GOD BLESS AMERICA!

02-17-2014, 01:56 AM	#4
1971 GMC SHORTY Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SAN FERNANDO VALLE SOL CAL Posts: 1,064	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... Digging It __________________ 1966 GMC K25 V6 351E Original Utility Truck 2000 C3500 Hot Rod Utility Truck 2003 ROAD KING 100th 124ci 6 Speed 145CI M/P Pro Street FXR 2002 FXDP 2007 2500HD DURAMAX. DD Studio Teamsters / Mechanic Retired GM Master Tech 20 Years Retired Ford Tech 15 Years

02-17-2014, 02:17 AM	#5
KTSK10 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Yukon, Oklahoma Posts: 47	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... I'm working a 61 K10 also. Looks like it's going to be quite the challenge. __________________ It starts as a diamond in the rough.

02-17-2014, 08:47 AM	#6
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... Wow! That dude sure has worked hard! I think it's a great project and I'll be following along! __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

02-17-2014, 08:49 AM	#7
Mathew21 Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Clinton township, MI Posts: 1,192	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... Cool truck. I'm glad your saving it.

02-17-2014, 12:07 PM	#8
TJ's Chevy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 10,384	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... Hmm....I am so seeing a 5.9 cummins swap...maybe some stacks? 35 inch tires? lol! Glad yer gonna start restoring it! __________________ 1966 Chevy C10 "Project Two Tone" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=596643 1964 GMC "Crustine" semi-build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=665056 My youtube channel. Username "Military Chevy": https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_h...fzpcUXyK_5-uiw

02-17-2014, 12:54 PM	#9
1963c-10 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: fayetteville nc Posts: 10,338	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... very cool...nice project __________________ 1963 Short bed step side SBW 427 big block and borg warner T-16 HD 3 speed manual http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=519869 1963 Short bed fleetside BBW 348 1st gen big block w/Powerglide http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=619024 1964 Short bed trailer

02-17-2014, 12:55 PM	#10
chevyrestoguy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: apple valley, ca Posts: 2,670	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... That's a cool truck. The '60-'61 factory 4wd stepsides are pretty rare. Most of those were beat to death back in the day, and few survived. Glad to see you back on this one. For $150, you got a smokin' deal. I'd restore the drivetrain and leave the body as is and have fun with it. __________________ Check out my latest endeavor: https://roundsixpod.com My build threads: '55 Chevy: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=247512 '64 C-20: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=446527

02-17-2014, 02:08 PM	#11
61K10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: pleasant valley--placerville ca Posts: 3,039	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... glad to see another 61k saved, as not very many left. i would restore it, maybe not 100% stock as i am doing mine. __________________ 1961 chevy K10 my build is------------61K10 build

02-17-2014, 02:25 PM	#12
dtkarst Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Hays, KS Posts: 2,490	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... The plan is to go through the drive train a bit, freshen things up. I picture it in a dark green probably forest green with a couple of spotlights, the skinny original looking tires, maybe a chrome grille with chrome hood inserts. Just depends on how I think it will look

02-17-2014, 03:08 PM	#13
sodly Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Nebraska Posts: 1,034	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... That would look really cool brought back to stock configuration. You wouldn't have to worry about seeing another one like it around. Subscribed. __________________ WANTED: * 60-66 Chevy and GMC FACTORY PHOTOGRAPHY (scans) of pickups and carryalls. *Custom Camper Club*-- Own a 65-66 Custom Camper? Join us at: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/g...hp?groupid=117

02-17-2014, 07:28 PM	#14
dtkarst Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Hays, KS Posts: 2,490	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... Well, I got a damper put on the project today...my 67 Camaro RS just spun a main bearing on me and knocks louder then when the cops are at the door. So there goes a decent chunk of money into it. But I still plan on getting this thing freshened up, just might be a little slower.

02-17-2014, 07:49 PM	#16
Gargoyle Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Blacksburg, VA Posts: 289	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... oh man, Camaro's are a dime a dozen, put that thing on the back burner and fix the truck.



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02-17-2014, 08:02 PM	#17
pimpston65 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: corktown,mi. Posts: 5,194	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... When its done, man that will be a BeASt!!!

02-18-2014, 02:37 PM	#18
61K10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: pleasant valley--placerville ca Posts: 3,039	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... I guess i should start a build thread on my K10 as i have enough pics to keep it going. anybody interested? seems the slammed ones are of interest. __________________ 1961 chevy K10 my build is------------61K10 build

02-18-2014, 03:13 PM	#19
earl84 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Montrose, CO Posts: 972	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... Subscribed, can't wait for some progress photos. And 61K10, definitely start a thread. I like the K10's a lot. Like them all really, but the K10's are BEASTS!!

02-18-2014, 04:32 PM	#22
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02-18-2014, 05:01 PM	#23
61K10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: pleasant valley--placerville ca Posts: 3,039	Re: Think its about time to start on this thing... Hey Joe--how's your 62 coming? __________________ 1961 chevy K10 my build is------------61K10 build

02-18-2014, 05:27 PM	#24
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