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72blu · 03-07-2017, 06:29 PM

Hi guys, i'm looking for an opinion from some of you C10 experts.
Ive got a basic bare bones SWB original paint 72 c10 with a swapped in LS & M22 four speed. It has the usual rot (cab corners, rockers, passenger rad support, bottom of fenders) but the floors and bed are super solid. Iv got the opportunity to purchase a complete set of OEM Cheyenne super body moldings for a decent price. The set is far from mint so it would match the condition that my truck is already in. Is it worth it to collect all the pieces required to turn a base model truck into a top level? Or is it better to just look for a better starting point truck closer to where I want to end up with a real YE9 thats of similar condition (Daily drivable). Im located in Ontario, Canada so Trucks with original paint and dry floors are a lot harder to find up here then down in the southern states. Although I would be willing to travel Should a good deal appear.

Any parts I would buy would be in similar condition to my truck so that nothing would really look out of place. Ive also included some pics so you can see what i'm working with. Thanks!

HeavyD · 03-07-2017, 06:33 PM

Its an original unchopped swb? Knowing how hard they are to come by up here there is no way I would let it go..but thats just my opinion.

tutone · 03-07-2017, 06:45 PM

You're pulling our leg, right? I'd drive the wheels off it exactly as it sits. Nice truck.

72blu · 03-07-2017, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by HeavyD

Its an original unchopped swb? Knowing how hard they are to come by up here there is no way I would let it go..but thats just my opinion.

Yes unchopped, I know thats my dilemma I know just how hard they are to find up here

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Originally Posted by tutone

You're pulling our leg, right? I'd drive the wheels off it exactly as it sits. Nice truck.

Thanks I really appreciate it!

**Speedracer39** · 03-07-2017, 07:33 PM

I would definitely sell it to someone like me and keep looking ---- Just pulling your leg --- Your truck is a rare find keep it and drive the wheels off of it.

cleszkie · 03-07-2017, 07:43 PM

Build it.

BTW, I've never seen that many dandelions in one place before!

garyd1961 · 03-07-2017, 08:22 PM

I would drive it as is or rebuild it as base. The only thing I might would chance would be the bumpers, I think chrome bumpers would look nice if you did restore it.

72blu · 03-07-2017, 08:53 PM

Thanks for the responses!!! I know that if I was to go through with a build that it wouldn't happen over night and it would take some time to find the all the right parts to match the patina. I'm heading out this Saturday to see the molding set and depending on what I see Ill decide on which path to take.

**biketopia** · 03-08-2017, 09:56 AM

Unless you know of another truck that's exactly what you want I'd build what you have so you're not kicking yourself in the ass after looking at 10 trucks in worse off shape for way more money.

Coley · 03-08-2017, 11:46 AM

Take a drive out to Oshawa/Courtice area out to 'Bill's Truck Shop'. He specializes in these old trucks and he will help you get set up with what you need and give you some insight on how to do it.
He is a really good guy...and after one trip, you will probably be back.
all Good
Coley

72blu · 03-08-2017, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Coley

Take a drive out to Oshawa/Courtice area out to 'Bill's Truck Shop'. He specializes in these old trucks and he will help you get set up with what you need and give you some insight on how to do it.
He is a really good guy...and after one trip, you will probably be back.
all Good
Coley

I have actually been out there to his place before. Great shop he's got going, picked up some of the parts I needed to convert to 4 speed from him. Thanks for your input!

Kennuck · 03-08-2017, 08:18 PM

Build it into what you want. Mine started off as a base truck and I built it the way I wanted it. I get lots of compliments and people offer to buy it all the time. Not many of them in Ontario.

66clow · 03-08-2017, 10:04 PM

I think it is sometimes better to keep what you have you know the ins and outs of it vs getting into someone's else's mess.

03-07-2017, 06:29 PM	#1
72blu Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Toronto Posts: 102	build it or look for a better starting point? Hi guys, i'm looking for an opinion from some of you C10 experts. Ive got a basic bare bones SWB original paint 72 c10 with a swapped in LS & M22 four speed. It has the usual rot (cab corners, rockers, passenger rad support, bottom of fenders) but the floors and bed are super solid. Iv got the opportunity to purchase a complete set of OEM Cheyenne super body moldings for a decent price. The set is far from mint so it would match the condition that my truck is already in. Is it worth it to collect all the pieces required to turn a base model truck into a top level? Or is it better to just look for a better starting point truck closer to where I want to end up with a real YE9 thats of similar condition (Daily drivable). Im located in Ontario, Canada so Trucks with original paint and dry floors are a lot harder to find up here then down in the southern states. Although I would be willing to travel Should a good deal appear. Any parts I would buy would be in similar condition to my truck so that nothing would really look out of place. Ive also included some pics so you can see what i'm working with. Thanks! Attached Images __________________ 1978 SWB cheyenne A/C, power steering/brakes, 305, Tach, Gauges 1972 SWB Custom 10, gauges, cammed LQ9, M22 Last edited by old Rusty C10; 03-07-2017 at 06:46 PM.

03-07-2017, 06:33 PM	#2
HeavyD Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Wakaw, Sask, Canada Posts: 3,180	Re: build it or sell it Its an original unchopped swb? Knowing how hard they are to come by up here there is no way I would let it go..but thats just my opinion. __________________ "You can take the man out of PA, but you can't take PA out of the man"

03-07-2017, 06:45 PM	#3
tutone Registered User Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: hickory, ky Posts: 1,318	Re: build it or sell it You're pulling our leg, right? I'd drive the wheels off it exactly as it sits. Nice truck.

03-07-2017, 07:33 PM	#5
Speedracer39 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Omaha Nebraska Posts: 596	Re: build it or look for a better starting point? I would definitely sell it to someone like me and keep looking ---- Just pulling your leg --- Your truck is a rare find keep it and drive the wheels off of it.

03-07-2017, 07:43 PM	#6
cleszkie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Santa Ana, CA Posts: 2,191	Re: build it or look for a better starting point? Build it. BTW, I've never seen that many dandelions in one place before!

03-07-2017, 08:22 PM	#7
garyd1961 Registered User Join Date: May 2016 Location: Henderson NC Posts: 975	Re: build it or look for a better starting point? I would drive it as is or rebuild it as base. The only thing I might would chance would be the bumpers, I think chrome bumpers would look nice if you did restore it.

03-07-2017, 08:53 PM	#8
72blu Registered User Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Toronto Posts: 102	Re: build it or look for a better starting point? Thanks for the responses!!! I know that if I was to go through with a build that it wouldn't happen over night and it would take some time to find the all the right parts to match the patina. I'm heading out this Saturday to see the molding set and depending on what I see Ill decide on which path to take. __________________ 1978 SWB cheyenne A/C, power steering/brakes, 305, Tach, Gauges 1972 SWB Custom 10, gauges, cammed LQ9, M22

03-08-2017, 09:56 AM	#9
biketopia Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Warrenton VA Posts: 1,110	Re: build it or look for a better starting point? Unless you know of another truck that's exactly what you want I'd build what you have so you're not kicking yourself in the ass after looking at 10 trucks in worse off shape for way more money. __________________ 71 c-10 Long Bed, under the knife for a No Limit Engineering Wide Ride Chassis Pack and coil over static drop. 07 Silverado Classic 2wd 95 Camaro 427SBC/TH350

03-08-2017, 11:46 AM	#10
Coley Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Victoria, B.C Posts: 3,794	Re: build it or look for a better starting point? Take a drive out to Oshawa/Courtice area out to 'Bill's Truck Shop'. He specializes in these old trucks and he will help you get set up with what you need and give you some insight on how to do it. He is a really good guy...and after one trip, you will probably be back. all Good Coley __________________ ....for some men, there is experience, skill and effort....for the others...there is visa and UPS LOL 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton (Florida- Red/white) 1972 Chevy 1/2 ton (California- Blue/white) 2005 Chevy Silverado HD2500/Duramax 2000 Dodge Ram 1500

03-08-2017, 08:18 PM	#12
Kennuck Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Dresden, Ontario Posts: 647	Re: build it or look for a better starting point? Build it into what you want. Mine started off as a base truck and I built it the way I wanted it. I get lots of compliments and people offer to buy it all the time. Not many of them in Ontario. __________________ 1970 Short Wide 5.3 4L60E BlackBear tune 3:73 gears, Boyd's Tank 2.5 / 4 drop 5 lug disc brakes Vintage Air 18x8 Ridlers 255/55 frt. 18x9.5 275/60 rear

03-08-2017, 10:04 PM	#13
66clow Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Clearwater Beach Florida Posts: 873	Re: build it or look for a better starting point? I think it is sometimes better to keep what you have you know the ins and outs of it vs getting into someone's else's mess.



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