New guy from Utah

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kuyaspidey

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Location
Northern Utah
First Name
Austin
Truck Year
1979
Truck Model
K10
Engine Size
350
I've always loved square bodies and finally got the chance to purchase one! :party36: I found a 1979 K10 with the 305 engine for what I considered a reasonable price and jumped on it. I know next to nothing about these trucks, just always admired them. The K10 I bought starts up and runs fine, I actually drove it to work today. I was wondering if you all could let me know what are some common problems, what I should look for, tips and tricks, ect. :shrug: Thanks guys! :)
 

foamypirate

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Central TX
First Name
Jake (Mr. Wilson)
Truck Year
1980
Truck Model
El Camino, baby!
Engine Size
5.3L/4L60E
Welcome to the forum! I grew up in Northern Utah myself (Brigham City / Mantua area), and I sure miss the snow!

Got any pics of your truck for us to check out?
 

kuyaspidey

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Austin
Truck Year
1979
Truck Model
K10
Engine Size
350
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Here are some pictures of my new truck!
 

1987 GMC Jimmy

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Mississippi
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Jesse
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1987
Truck Model
V1500 Jimmy
Engine Size
350
Cool truck! As far as common problems go, they like to rust in the areas where yours has rust. The earlier ones had a tendency to develop kinks in the hoods so if yours is still good, it may behoove of you to purchase a hood brace kit for it. I can't really think of anything else. Even if problems do arise, they are usually pretty easy to fix. These trucks are as tough as nails.
 

1973c10

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Oregon
First Name
Don
Truck Year
1973
Truck Model
C10
Engine Size
454
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Mr Clean

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Shawn
Truck Year
1982 & 1985
Truck Model
K10 Extra Cab w/ Proper SWB, & 85 K5 Blazer
Engine Size
454 BBC, & 383 Stroker
:welcome: from N.E.
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