Register or Log In To remove these advertisements. |
|
|
|
Thread Tools | Display Modes |
07-09-2018, 03:01 PM | #1 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Gallatin, Tn
Posts: 676
|
1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Well after several rounds of back and forth, I finalized a deal on my next project. A super nice 86 Silverado from a small farming community just north of me. I'm finishing up a game plan and ordering parts this week. More details to come as I get started.
__________________
Follow me on Instagram: @midtennc10 Youtube channel: Midtennc10 |
07-09-2018, 03:03 PM | #2 |
Junior Member
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Hideaway, TX
Posts: 4,950
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Oh dang. This one hits close to home. I vote full trim!
__________________
71 Suburban 350/700R4 Project Trixie 72 CHEVY,Highlander,SWB,396,T400 |
07-10-2018, 02:14 AM | #3 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2014
Location: North AL
Posts: 363
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Already liking the color for some reason........
__________________
http://i204.photobucket.com/albums/b...baae5d9a7e.jpg |
07-12-2018, 12:31 AM | #4 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Clovis, NM
Posts: 2,705
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
I’m along for the ride
__________________
2018 Audi S5- wife's ride 1980 Chevy Scottsdale http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543511 1981 Chevy Silverado- in pieces 1964 Chevy c10 2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU |
08-17-2018, 10:39 AM | #5 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Gallatin, Tn
Posts: 676
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Time for a quick update on Macon county. I decided on my normal 4.5/6 drop with a mixture of McGaughys and Western Chassis components. 2 1/2 drop spindles with cut springs, rear flip kit with 1" shackles and KYB shocks all around complete the package. The tear down was interesting to say the least, I found a main leaf broke on the rear drivers side. In over 20+ trucks that was a first and caused a week delay in getting repaired. During the delay I finished up the front including brakes, upper ball joints, and fender well detail. Once the rear leafs were ready the back was completed and received the same detailing. I'll apologize in advance on the lack of detailed pics, my 5 year old decided I suck at taking pictures and deleted about 20 of them. So with the stance on point and everything torqued to spec that stage is complete.
__________________
Follow me on Instagram: @midtennc10 Youtube channel: Midtennc10 |
08-17-2018, 05:21 PM | #6 |
It followed me home?
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Yup
Posts: 5,751
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Looks great
__________________
Adam That's why they call it a shortcut Kyle, if it was easy it would just be the way. 86 c-10 SWB 85 CCSB 90 GMC K30 Crew SRW 1985 C30 Dually |
08-24-2018, 04:15 PM | #7 |
Junior Member
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Hideaway, TX
Posts: 4,950
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Bring on the trim!
__________________
71 Suburban 350/700R4 Project Trixie 72 CHEVY,Highlander,SWB,396,T400 |
08-26-2018, 11:49 AM | #8 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Posts: 1,238
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
__________________
Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s Dads 79 GMC Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929 1978 Silverado Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016 |
08-28-2018, 09:31 AM | #9 |
Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2016
Location: Beebe, AR
Posts: 462
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Good lookin truck my friend.
Bubba |
08-29-2018, 12:59 PM | #10 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: Central Wa
Posts: 34
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Clean, clean looking truck. Digging the wheels with the stance.
__________________
Thomas Retired Marine, OIF & OEF Vet. My Project: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=771429 |
08-30-2018, 08:10 AM | #11 |
Registered User
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: Indep, MO
Posts: 5,893
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Here's a vote for no trim. I like em clean. That's a sharp little truck.
__________________
Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low! |
09-11-2018, 08:28 AM | #12 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Gallatin, Tn
Posts: 676
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
I moved on to the interior next. The inside in a nice mix of original and new pieces. The seat and dash have been replaced but everything else was original and in perfect condition. So basically a deep cleaning, dying of a few parts, and a new 1 piece floor mat was all that was needed.
__________________
Follow me on Instagram: @midtennc10 Youtube channel: Midtennc10 |
09-11-2018, 08:51 AM | #13 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Gallatin, Tn
Posts: 676
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
After the interior was finished I moved to the A/C. As with most of my builds, I prefer to replace everything in the system. I started with an updated 134a condenser, new compressor, new hoses, heavy duty fan clutch, red Ford orifice tube, and new receiver dryer. The system sealed up tight and held 29in of vacuum overnight. With the proper charge of Freon my manifold gauge readings were great and I'm getting 42-44 degrees at idle and 40 running down the road measured at the center vent. That was followed with a quick detail on the engine bay to bring this stage to a close.
__________________
Follow me on Instagram: @midtennc10 Youtube channel: Midtennc10 |
09-11-2018, 09:04 AM | #14 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Gallatin, Tn
Posts: 676
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
So this basically brings Macon County to a close. I have an appointment next week to have it wet sanded and buffed. I'm pleased with how it turned out and It's one of the best driving trucks I've had. It's absolutely laser straight and has one of the best tailgate bands you can find. Not a speck of rust anywhere and the under carriage has been cleaned and painted in the past.
__________________
Follow me on Instagram: @midtennc10 Youtube channel: Midtennc10 |
09-11-2018, 09:05 AM | #15 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Gallatin, Tn
Posts: 676
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
And a few more.
__________________
Follow me on Instagram: @midtennc10 Youtube channel: Midtennc10 |
09-11-2018, 02:47 PM | #16 |
I'm just glad to be here!
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Longview, TX
Posts: 4,788
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Simple and to the point. Dang near perfect.
Just the stance and wheels did wonders for this truck!
__________________
Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square |
09-11-2018, 02:49 PM | #17 |
I'm just glad to be here!
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Longview, TX
Posts: 4,788
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Curious as to what 134a condenser you used? Why the red ford orifice tube?
__________________
Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square |
09-11-2018, 03:09 PM | #18 | |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Gallatin, Tn
Posts: 676
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Quote:
Thanks aggie. The condenser is a parallel flow and 100% bolt in (link added). The Ford orifice tube has a little bigger opening than the original white GM tubes that were designed for R12. https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo...sn=454&jsn=454
__________________
Follow me on Instagram: @midtennc10 Youtube channel: Midtennc10 |
|
09-23-2018, 03:13 PM | #19 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Gallatin, Tn
Posts: 676
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Macon county is all cleaned up, buffed, polished and ready for a run on Ebay. It will definitely make a great truck for someone to enjoy.
__________________
Follow me on Instagram: @midtennc10 Youtube channel: Midtennc10 |
09-24-2018, 02:59 PM | #20 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Gallatin, Tn
Posts: 676
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Truck is SOLD and heading to Chicago.
__________________
Follow me on Instagram: @midtennc10 Youtube channel: Midtennc10 |
09-25-2018, 09:26 AM | #21 |
I'm just glad to be here!
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Longview, TX
Posts: 4,788
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
That was quick..Truck did turn out nice.
__________________
Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square |
01-30-2019, 11:21 PM | #22 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Clovis, NM
Posts: 2,705
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Anything new? It’s been a few months
__________________
2018 Audi S5- wife's ride 1980 Chevy Scottsdale http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543511 1981 Chevy Silverado- in pieces 1964 Chevy c10 2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU |
01-31-2019, 08:53 AM | #23 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Gallatin, Tn
Posts: 676
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
No sir, nothing new. I've been out of commission since late October due to a nasty dirt bike crash. I ended up with a broken shoulder/arm that's been very slow to recover from. I've been medically cleared to resume normal activity but still have a few months of rehab left. I hope after I gain a little more strength and range of motion I'll be ready to dive into another. I'm mentally ready for sure.
__________________
Follow me on Instagram: @midtennc10 Youtube channel: Midtennc10 |
01-31-2019, 04:46 PM | #24 |
I'm just glad to be here!
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Longview, TX
Posts: 4,788
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Sorry to hear about your injury. That rehab is rough, but needed to recover fully. Looking forward to your next one!
__________________
Karl 1965 Chevy Stepside(Grandpa's Old Blue) and (July 2015 Shop Build!)(2020, the Saga Continues) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=372424 The LST Challenge: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post7812257 Korbin's 1st Square: "Sunburn" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=418618 1985 GMC Sierra: "White Trash", Korbin's 2nd now... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=632305 Henry - 1984 Chevrolet, Owen's 1st Square |
01-31-2019, 04:53 PM | #25 | |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Clovis, NM
Posts: 2,705
|
Re: 1986 C10 Project "Macon County"
Quote:
__________________
2018 Audi S5- wife's ride 1980 Chevy Scottsdale http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543511 1981 Chevy Silverado- in pieces 1964 Chevy c10 2017 Jeep Wrangler JKU |
|
Bookmarks |
|
|