1985 Chevy K10 SWB Resoration

[Mike21]

Hello,

I just picked up a 1985 K10 4x4 Scottsdale with 90 miles. Doesnt run but its 99% original, no rust through anywhere. I am stoked to restore it from the ground up. I had a 86 GMC K10 SWB in highschool with the same paint scheme. This truck has a 305 a TH7004, 3.73, AC, power windows and locks.

I have never done anything like this before, Im handy for maintenance stuff but dont know much about a project like this. I am looking forward to any advice or info you are willing to provide. So where do I start?

I will be working on getting the motor, tranny and transfercase out. Then taking the body off, get it down to a rolling frame. That sound like a good start? Just initially I am thinking replacing the 305 with a 350/290 Deluxe Crate Engine 308 HP from GM and a Sniper EFI from Holley.

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[Shorty81]

Welcome Mike. That's a solid shorty you got there. Nice project.

 

[Mike21]

Here is my goal

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[1973c10]

Welcome aboard

 

[Grit dog]

Welcome! Nice truck!
The body work looks like the easy part. The sun and GMs schitty paint quality looks like they’ve done most of the prep work. Lol
Literally one of my favorite color combos too...

 

[Babs]

 

[Craig 85]

 

[45tt]

Love it and your plans for it! I purchased a truck like I had in high school and I decided to build it like my teenage self always dreamed of, but couldn’t afford. I say build the truck you’ve always wanted.

 

[RedBeard_83]

Welcome from Florida

 

[Joshua Keith]

Looks great! If you’re doing the work yourself just know that it won’t be perfect. Have fun!

 

[Corvette Ed]

Welcome to the forum from East Tennessee.

 

[cstew47]

Are you keeping the same ride height? Also, if you are going with a crate engine, I would lean toward a little more potent 383. The price difference is mostly negligible and it will be a lot more fun to drive. You might come close to breaking even if you replace the EFI with a carb. We all have our preferences. Since you have a 700R4, I would lower the gears to 4.10 and up the tire size. Maybe a small suspension lift.

Really? 90 miles. Was this a dealer buy?

 

[Joshua Keith]

Any update on this truck?