I am looking to purchase a 65 c20. Here is my issue I don't dig the 3/4 ton look. What is my best bet here? Convert to 5 lug? Cover lugs with hub cap? P*** on the truck, and look for another? Keep in mind I need to do this on a budget, and have no problem pulling a wrench. Thanks for the help guys. -Chad
why dont you just find what you really want , i wouldnt settle for something less , i have done it to many times before and in the end its just a waste of time and dough..
Unless you have unlimited access to free parts, I would recommend getting what you want. 5 bolt conversions aren't very hard, (nor are 6 bolt) but remember the whole suspension will be setup for 3/4 ton so all of it will have to be changed.
Ask here, I don't believe its big deal to swap in a 71-87 front end and diff. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/forumdisplay.php?f=6
there's a 65 c10 swb step for sale here in lufkin for $2500, i haven't looked at it real close, but it looks fairly straight. if you want i can get the owner's number for you.
I've got a 65 C20 also, and I kinda like the eight-lugs, etc. I'd say put on some hubcaps and see how you like it.
...we put a 1972 undercarrage under this truck it amounted to a "bolt in" situation with a plus of power steering and power brakes,ALL bolt on!! the trick is finding a 1972 or before 1/2 ton that you can use.go to the website that was described earlyer...good people that WILL help.I did this one,so if you need advise ,(E)-mail me I'll be glad to help.
With all that said. The truck has some late model chevy alloy wheels on it. Where can I find a set of steel wheels and hubcaps? Thanks for the help everyone!
Its not a big deal to swap out suspensions for a newer 5 lug, and you even get the discs for the front rather than drums with a 73-87 setup.
Put these: http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=224134 And this: http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=233543 And it would be a pretty cool truck. PM me if you're interested.
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