You are right, these trucks have alot of rust issues, I have a 66 C-10, owned for 37 years, started restoration in 2013, finished in 2016, replaced rocker panels, both front fenders, cab corners, doors also repaired, also cab floor repair, all rust related issues, all my work was professionally done, like you say buyer's need to know what they are getting into when buying these trucks, I love my truck, it's like part of the family, great video, SUBSCRIBED.
Yep, I ended up using a small Edelbrock foam air filter, I wanted to fab one up out of an old 235 filter canister, would have looked sick and looked the part but ended up selling the truck to a subscriber
I just prep and paint them like any other panel, they typically won’t see any worse weather or conditions than they have over the last 60+ years, in fact they’ll be babied comparatively speaking.
@@shortcutgarage nice to know. I have a shop doing the work for me. I just find the parts. Got a great deal on full running gear & frame plus other body parts. I'm nervous. I'm 8k into this already. Thanks for your help
My youngest son has a 66C10, wasn't much sheet metal that WASNT replaced on the truck ! U can tell a BIG difference in the metal quality also from then to now !NOT good, we'll see !
I just started to work on my 66 I can't wait to have it finished up
These trucks make great projects!!
You are right, these trucks have alot of rust issues, I have a 66 C-10, owned for 37 years, started restoration in 2013, finished in 2016, replaced rocker panels, both front fenders, cab corners, doors also repaired, also cab floor repair, all rust related issues, all my work was professionally done, like you say buyer's need to know what they are getting into when buying these trucks, I love my truck, it's like part of the family, great video, SUBSCRIBED.
37 years! That’s great! Glad she’s as good as new!!
I did the inner fender patches i would recommend just buy new . I had all those issues on my 64 . All fixed now
Good to know! I won’t waste my time trying to repair the bad ones
Check the bottom pockets - doors, cab rear corners, and air vents (by your left/right feet). Also check rain gutters and under floor mat. FIXABLE!
Kyle @carterautorestyling Is working on a 1966, now.
I see you have a windshield washer reservoir beside your radiator. Can I ask where you got the parts for the complete install??
Those were factory and they were there already
Thanks for video. Classicchevy sells many of the panels. Also classicparts sells the panels.
Hey Ron, Anthony at 4-5-6 Chevy trucks sells the inner fender patch panel. I just bought a set. I’ll let you know what they look like.
That’s awesome. Thanks Scott!
Great video
Thanks David
Were any c60s ever made in a "suburban" or panel truck format?
Yes. In fact I brought one back from the dead on the channel! A 66 C10
Panel Truck.
I got a 65 c30 with just a couple pin holes with 60 k miles the c30 will be cleaner than a c10 since farmers used them to hall grain like once a year
do you have clearance issues with the air filter hitting the brake booster? I want to add power brakes but I thought it would hit my air cleaner
Yep, I ended up using a small Edelbrock foam air filter, I wanted to fab one up out of an old 235 filter canister, would have looked sick and looked the part but ended up selling the truck to a subscriber
Also good info for us 'keep her running' guys. 451,000 miles on her, and going for 500,000! Buy from the hot dry regions of the US
Are you doing a t5 transmission swap on this one? That’s the video I’m waiting on. Thanks
I am putting the T5 in the panel in the coming weeks, probably 2-3 weeks out
I’m buying new fenders what should I coat them with so they don’t rust?
I just prep and paint them like any other panel, they typically won’t see any worse weather or conditions than they have over the last 60+ years, in fact they’ll be babied comparatively speaking.
Brothers truck parts sell the inner fender
Thanks Frankie!
Rust issues that we are not used to here in Texas,…I might pass on that vehicle.
I’m coming to Texas!!
I bought a 63 frame. Will my 65 c10 fit on that frame
Yep, 63-66 is the good stuff
@@shortcutgarage do I have to change cab mounts or will it bolt up. I've had a hard time getting an answer
@@rayfinnell101 it’ll mount up. You’re good to go
@@shortcutgarage nice to know. I have a shop doing the work for me. I just find the parts. Got a great deal on full running gear & frame plus other body parts. I'm nervous. I'm 8k into this already. Thanks for your help
My youngest son has a 66C10, wasn't much sheet metal that WASNT replaced on the truck ! U can tell a BIG difference in the metal quality also from then to now !NOT good, we'll see !
Yeah these trucks rust up something fierce. But they are worth saving!
Too bad there wasn't fluid film back in the day
Just my opinion, but i think those 1960 to 1966 C Series trucks were ugly. Hideous body lines and grill design, but just my opinion.
Definitely not for everyone
Can you tell me, do the exterior body lines stay the same from 60-66? I am looking for a fleetside shortbed to complete my project. My cab is a 1965.
Sure do, only real change is 60-63 have a different style door but overall it’s the same style 60-66