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Sicklajoie · 11-12-2023, 11:11 PM

After a 3 year hiatus, I decided to jump back into the 67-72 camp. I found this 70 C/20 with a 402/TH400/3.54 on Bring A Trailer.
The auction was here: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/19...rolet-c20-cst/
I took delivery here in Connecticut following a quick 5 day haul from Oregon. Drove it around 20 miles. It drives and rides great. The brakes need work as there's a long throw then it really grabs the fronts, practically locking them up. The horn doesn't work and the license plate light doesn't work (the bulb is fine) Otherwise I'm beyond happy with it. It will definitely take some will power to keep my right foot from getting heavy. The big block is effortless.
First thing I did was clean it with Comet and a Scotchbrite sponge. I'm pretty happy with the results.
I scored some ok condition period correct hubcaps on Ebay that I cleaned up and a friend is repainting the centers to that I'll be installing later in the week.

**1970cstblazer** · 11-13-2023, 10:53 AM

Looks great. It will be even better with the correct design caps.

I've never seen that design master cylinder on that era truck. I wonder if that is part of the issue?

Shifty One · 11-13-2023, 11:21 AM

Good looking candidate!

**Palf70Step** · 11-23-2023, 11:14 AM

Good looking truck

Sicklajoie · 11-23-2023, 11:32 AM

I scored some decent hubcaps on Ebay that cleaned up well. A friend repainted the centers. I swapped out the 16x7 rims and 265/75/16 Michelins off my 81 GMC; I'm pretty happy with the results.

Sicklajoie · 11-23-2023, 11:43 AM

I lengthened the pedal rod for the brakes and adjusted the shoes so the brakes modulate a lot better.
It was quite the project as I had to drop the steering column to get the bolt of the rod end. Then I realized that the brake light switch wasn't totally disengaging because of the pedal height so I had to adjust that also to get brake lights.

Sicklajoie · 11-23-2023, 11:52 AM

Really happy with this console from Cupholdersplus.com

mr.mud1 · 11-25-2023, 12:16 PM

good looking truck.love the big girls with big power.

Chevys4life · 11-27-2023, 06:24 PM

Yep..............that's a nice cup holder/center console.

Shifty One · 11-28-2023, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sicklajoie

Really happy with this console from Cupholdersplus.com

I have the same one, same color even, and yeah, it's nice.

Sicklajoie · 12-02-2023, 11:23 PM

Sometimes it's the simple things....
The license plate bulb issue was simply a cheap plastic connector that went bad.
And I found another period correct hubcap for the spare. Still debating if I should keep the spare mounted like this or stick it under the bed.

Chevys4life · 12-03-2023, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sicklajoie

Sometimes it's the simple things....
The license plate bulb issue was simply a cheap plastic connector that went bad.
And I found another period correct hubcap for the spare. Still debating if I should keep the spare mounted like this or stick it under the bed.

It looks good like that!!!!

**Palf70Step** · 12-03-2023, 01:02 PM

I like mine in the bed also. Course now I have a tank where the spare was, so it's stuck staying in the bed.

Sicklajoie · 12-13-2023, 09:27 PM

More "little things"....
Got some blue floor mats from LMC to match the carpet.
Metal wiper blades from NPD to replace the cheapie plastic ones.
Previous owner removed aftermarket cablights when gaskets fell apart and covered the holes with duct tape. Found these 1313 cablights - they look a lot better than white duct tape.

yuccales · 12-13-2023, 11:44 PM

Looking good!

**68bowtie** · 12-15-2023, 02:41 AM

Looking good!! Great progress.

Sicklajoie · 12-16-2023, 07:13 PM

Cab lights all wired up, now it looks like a truck!

Shifty One · 12-18-2023, 10:57 AM

I like it.

Chevys4life · 12-19-2023, 01:17 PM

It's coming along just nice!!!!

Sicklajoie · 12-28-2023, 06:38 PM

Picking away at more little things during the northeast winter months. Luckily we haven't had any salt put down on the roads yet.
I got this headliner & trim at NPD. Used 1.5" industrial velcro to hold it up. Very happy with it so far.

notsolo · 12-28-2023, 06:55 PM

Great score. Look good too....Only suggestion I would make is put the spare on the drivers side, better visibility.

yuccales · 12-29-2023, 08:41 AM

I like your Christmas lights better then your neighbors.

Sicklajoie · 01-24-2024, 09:13 PM

Got new hardware for the below eye-line mirrors including some jack nuts for some of the old stripped out bolts.
Did a rough paint touch-up around the mirror mounting points.
If it warms up this weekend I'll be putting on a coat of Penetrol to seal up the paint.

Chevys4life · 01-25-2024, 12:27 PM

Looking good!!!!!

Sicklajoie · 01-26-2024, 04:51 PM

Thursday night's project with the Bomber was putting some kind of clear coat over the tired old paint.
Super impressed with how Penetrol works.
Makes the paint really pop and works well on the black trim too.

11-12-2023, 11:11 PM	#1
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,488	Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 After a 3 year hiatus, I decided to jump back into the 67-72 camp. I found this 70 C/20 with a 402/TH400/3.54 on Bring A Trailer. The auction was here: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/19...rolet-c20-cst/ I took delivery here in Connecticut following a quick 5 day haul from Oregon. Drove it around 20 miles. It drives and rides great. The brakes need work as there's a long throw then it really grabs the fronts, practically locking them up. The horn doesn't work and the license plate light doesn't work (the bulb is fine) Otherwise I'm beyond happy with it. It will definitely take some will power to keep my right foot from getting heavy. The big block is effortless. First thing I did was clean it with Comet and a Scotchbrite sponge. I'm pretty happy with the results. I scored some ok condition period correct hubcaps on Ebay that I cleaned up and a friend is repainting the centers to that I'll be installing later in the week. Attached Images __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

11-13-2023, 10:53 AM	#2
1970cstblazer All stock and staying that way Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Elkland, PA Posts: 1,277	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 Looks great. It will be even better with the correct design caps. I've never seen that design master cylinder on that era truck. I wonder if that is part of the issue? __________________ 1970 K/5 Blazer CST 4WD, Bronze, 93k ACT. miles, 350, 4 speed, positraction, 16.5" x 8.25" wheel option, tilt, tach, vacuum, AM/FM, manual throttle...Dad ordered and purchased new 4/70. Currently frame off restoration in progress... 1972 Cheyenne Super 20 2WD, DK Blue/White, 90K ACT. miles, 402, TH400, 4.10 open, tilt, tach, vacuum, A/C, AM/FM, manual throttle.. A mostly original paint never rusted Texas survivor... 2017 Sierra 1500 SLT 4WD, Black, 41k miles, 5.3, 6L80E, 3.42 LS, 20" polished wheels, everything but moonroof and 6.2... 2019 Canyon SLT 4WD, White, 60k miles, 3.6, 8L45, 3.23 LS, 18" wheels

11-13-2023, 11:21 AM	#3
Shifty One Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 547	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 Good looking candidate! __________________ 1987 V20 farm-hand rescue 1998 C2500 lot-rot rescue

11-23-2023, 11:14 AM	#4
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,613	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 Good looking truck __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

11-23-2023, 11:32 AM	#5
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,488	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 I scored some decent hubcaps on Ebay that cleaned up well. A friend repainted the centers. I swapped out the 16x7 rims and 265/75/16 Michelins off my 81 GMC; I'm pretty happy with the results. Attached Images __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

11-23-2023, 11:43 AM	#6
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,488	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 I lengthened the pedal rod for the brakes and adjusted the shoes so the brakes modulate a lot better. It was quite the project as I had to drop the steering column to get the bolt of the rod end. Then I realized that the brake light switch wasn't totally disengaging because of the pedal height so I had to adjust that also to get brake lights. __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

11-23-2023, 11:52 AM	#7
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,488	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 Really happy with this console from Cupholdersplus.com Attached Images __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/ Last edited by Sicklajoie; 11-24-2023 at 11:59 AM.

11-25-2023, 12:16 PM	#8
mr.mud1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2020 Location: Joggins Nova Scotia Posts: 1,597	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 good looking truck.love the big girls with big power.

11-27-2023, 06:24 PM	#9
Chevys4life Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 637	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 Yep..............that's a nice cup holder/center console.

12-02-2023, 11:23 PM	#11
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,488	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 Sometimes it's the simple things.... The license plate bulb issue was simply a cheap plastic connector that went bad. And I found another period correct hubcap for the spare. Still debating if I should keep the spare mounted like this or stick it under the bed. Attached Images __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

12-03-2023, 01:02 PM	#13
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,613	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 I like mine in the bed also. Course now I have a tank where the spare was, so it's stuck staying in the bed. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

12-13-2023, 09:27 PM	#14
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,488	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 More "little things".... Got some blue floor mats from LMC to match the carpet. Metal wiper blades from NPD to replace the cheapie plastic ones. Previous owner removed aftermarket cablights when gaskets fell apart and covered the holes with duct tape. Found these 1313 cablights - they look a lot better than white duct tape. Attached Images __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

12-13-2023, 11:44 PM	#15
yuccales Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 3,587	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 Looking good!

12-15-2023, 02:41 AM	#16
68bowtie Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Turlock, CA Posts: 8,323	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 Looking good!! Great progress. __________________ I live in California, but identify as a Texan "If a job's worth doing, it's worth doing well" Project "Little Sister" (70 c10 blue original paint refresh) Project "C10 Fever" (68 factory black 396 swb) Project "Blue Bomb" (70 c30 blue original paint refresh) Project "Vitamin C" (71 c10 orange original paint refresh)

12-16-2023, 07:13 PM	#17
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,488	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 Cab lights all wired up, now it looks like a truck! Attached Images __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/



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12-18-2023, 10:57 AM	#18
Shifty One Registered User Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 547	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 I like it. __________________ 1987 V20 farm-hand rescue 1998 C2500 lot-rot rescue

12-19-2023, 01:17 PM	#19
Chevys4life Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 637	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 It's coming along just nice!!!!

12-28-2023, 06:38 PM	#20
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,488	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 Picking away at more little things during the northeast winter months. Luckily we haven't had any salt put down on the roads yet. I got this headliner & trim at NPD. Used 1.5" industrial velcro to hold it up. Very happy with it so far. Attached Images __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

12-28-2023, 06:55 PM	#21
notsolo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Md Posts: 2,451	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 Great score. Look good too....Only suggestion I would make is put the spare on the drivers side, better visibility. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=635605

12-29-2023, 08:41 AM	#22
yuccales Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 3,587	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 I like your Christmas lights better then your neighbors. Attached Images

01-24-2024, 09:13 PM	#23
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,488	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 Got new hardware for the below eye-line mirrors including some jack nuts for some of the old stripped out bolts. Did a rough paint touch-up around the mirror mounting points. If it warms up this weekend I'll be putting on a coat of Penetrol to seal up the paint. Attached Images __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

01-25-2024, 12:27 PM	#24
Chevys4life Registered User Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 637	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 Looking good!!!!!

01-26-2024, 04:51 PM	#25
Sicklajoie The Niner Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Broad Brook, CT Posts: 2,488	Re: Blue Bomber - 1970 Chevy C/20 Thursday night's project with the Bomber was putting some kind of clear coat over the tired old paint. Super impressed with how Penetrol works. Makes the paint really pop and works well on the black trim too. Attached Images __________________ "A good racer is one whose head is in communication with his balls." - Richie Evans 1970 C/20 - 402/TH400/3.54s - 74K miles 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 - Wheatland Yellow Niner Progression Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=697183 Classic Trucks article: https://www.motortrend.com/features/...et-c20-driven/

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