1969 C-10 From AFTERMATH [Archive]

Aftermath Hotrods

10-03-2013, 05:40 AM

We picked this truck up a couple months ago from a guy in Las Vegas. Rust free for the most part just way too original and way too tall. The long bed has to go and so does the color. I guess I'm skirting the edges of "pro touring" with this one because I just gonna slam it with all the good stuff, add huge sway bars and stuff as much rubber in there as I can.
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Aftermath Hotrods

10-03-2013, 05:44 AM

First order of business was chopping down the long bed to slightly more acceptable proportions. I know some of you guys love you long beds they're just not my fav.
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At this point I seriously considered "bobbing" the back like the off road guys do. I think it looks cool but would probably kill resale value.
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Aftermath Hotrods

10-03-2013, 05:47 AM

Oh and just a side note: for any of you guys that are thinking of doing this to your truck, do your self a favor and pick up a laser level. It made the task so much easier.
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Aftermath Hotrods

10-03-2013, 06:00 AM

Who needs marker lights? Get rid of 'em.
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I love any vehicle that boasts an engine compartment that you can crawl into
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Sorry guys no rip snorting LS this time. The 350 came from GM Goodwrench about a year ago according to the previous owner so its getting the spiff treatment and going back in for now.
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Aftermath Hotrods

10-03-2013, 07:19 AM

Here is the bed all put back together minus about 20 inches of real estate
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Took 12" out of the frame right under the cab and moved the rear up into its new location
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Body and bed back together
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Aftermath Hotrods

10-03-2013, 07:22 AM

Before and after engine bay pics. Like I said before the engine hasn't done anything to deserve retirement quite yet so she went back in with a bit of a mild cam for good measure.
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Aftermath Hotrods

10-03-2013, 07:33 AM

The paint on this one is a quite a bit different from the norm. The idea was a bit of "fotina." I started with a flat black base that was applied with a brush. Don't laugh I'm serious. The second coat is called satin Eden. The idea is to sand through the Eden (olive green) to reveal the flat black brush strokes that the first coat left behind. Eventually a clear coat will cover it all to protect the end result.
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At this point you can see the idea. The green is going away little by little and the black is really starting to stand out. All the trim on this truck is either removed or blacked out. The green came out a little bright for my taste. I think the new plan is to tint the clear with a bit of black to hopefully tone it down just a little.
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Blacked out grill and front roll pan. Front roll pans for these trucks are tricky. Spend the extra money and go with a reputable manufacturer. The time and effort that they put into their products will save you time and money in this department.
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cactuss4

10-03-2013, 09:40 AM

AWESOME.. So in awe of you guys that can do this stuff. Normal person takes that truck, finds a short bed frame and bed and does the swap, the don't go in and simply remove 12" of steel from here and 20" from there!

Love it! Love these trucks!

Aftermath Hotrods

10-03-2013, 11:56 AM

To be honest, if I had a short bed laying around I would have thrown it on. Cutting it up works and it looks great but you will never have a perfect "factory quality" bed unless you buy the bedsides from a re pop company. But that price tag is tough to swallow. Thanks for the compliment man. I appreciate it.

Aftermath Hotrods

10-03-2013, 01:33 PM

Got a little ahead of myself. Here are a few more of the engine and engine bay before the re install.
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I installed a hidden radio antenna and no longer needed the factory one or the hole that came with it.
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protouring70

10-04-2013, 02:02 AM

Pretty sweet truck

83tb

10-04-2013, 04:43 AM

Man I like that truck!!!

bovey

10-04-2013, 04:54 AM

Fun build. You don't happen to have a photo of the bug in the background? That looks fun too.

Aftermath Hotrods

10-04-2013, 05:32 AM

Ya I'm sure it wound up in there somewhere, I didn't even notice. There's a build thread on that one in the project updates section. Good eyes bovey!

Aftermath Hotrods

10-04-2013, 11:43 AM

Sorry man I misunderstood what you were asking. Search Beetle Rod AFTERMATH and it should pop up. Lots of pics.

CruizinKev

10-04-2013, 12:20 PM

cool looks good so far!!! :twothumbs

bovey

10-04-2013, 06:25 PM

Sorry man I misunderstood what you were asking. Search Beetle Rod AFTERMATH and it should pop up. Lots of pics.

Bug is fun.

"I kinda like the simplicity of mock up... tighten up and drive."

I like the cut of your jib - keep the welders hot.

bovey out.

Aftermath Hotrods

10-06-2013, 07:26 PM

A couple more updates. Truck is back on its own wheels. Stuffed as much rubber under all four corners as possible without having to modify anything too extensively. Wound up with a 5.5" drop on the front and 7" in the rear. 10" rear wheels and 8" in the front.
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Led Tail lights and two 40" led strips under the bed as a third brake light. It looks really cool at night when I hit the brakes, lights up the whole rear under carriage.
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Final clear coat is coming soon.

mooseknuckles

10-07-2013, 07:41 AM

sweet build!

Aftermath Hotrods

10-07-2013, 01:53 PM

Thanks man I appreciate it.

Aftermath Hotrods

10-07-2013, 01:58 PM

So I have good news and bad new. The good news is the clear is all finished and it came out awesome. The tinted black clear really toned down the green just enough and let the underlying black really pop out. The bad news is its all finished up and time to move on to the next one. I'm going to enjoy it as my daily driver until it sells. Look for it on Ebay if your interested.
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bovey

10-07-2013, 03:38 PM

Turn out super neat. Normally not a fan of the faux paint, but I like what you did. Also, do you mind sharing your wheel back spacing and tire sizes?

Aftermath Hotrods

10-07-2013, 06:58 PM

Sure man no problem. The rear wheels are 15x10 with 4" back spacing and the fronts are 15x8 with four inch back spacing. Tons of room in the front to turn lock to lock. The rears are pretty tight with 7" of drop. This thing wouldn't make a very good fire wood hauler as it sits but four bolts, two springs and 20 minutes later you have 5" of lift. Just in case any of you guys are interested, the truck went up on the block today. Ebay item number: 190923966502

Chevrolaine

10-07-2013, 10:04 PM

Love it. Definitely different and different is good!!
Just bought a 69 C10 shortbed myself and getting some great ideas.

Bryce

10-08-2013, 07:43 AM

cool project, I like the patina and the ride height is perfect.

Aftermath Hotrods

10-08-2013, 08:27 AM

Thanks guys it's always good to hear that people like what you built. I appreciate it.

Aftermath Hotrods

10-14-2013, 06:12 PM

We were close but it didn't sell. Do you guys think that it was the photos? Green truck on green grass isn't exactly ideal. Any suggestions?

Coursey

10-15-2013, 03:41 AM

Parking lot maybe would be better?

DreamRyder1963

10-15-2013, 06:29 AM

Photos in an industrial park would look pretty awesome.

Aftermath Hotrods

10-15-2013, 01:40 PM

Your right. I think the industrial park is a good idea. I'll give it a shot. Thanks.

wfo guy

10-15-2013, 04:43 PM

srh3trinity

10-15-2013, 05:14 PM

Definitely industrial backdrop for pictures. A Train track or abandoned brick warehouse would be cool.

Aftermath Hotrods

10-21-2013, 05:45 PM

I watched your auction. I've done ebay for years. Sometimes you get lucky, sometimes you don't. If you wait 3 weeks you might run the same auction and get so many bids you can't believe it. For every custom vehicle there are only a few buyers. The trick is to find that buyer. People are upset with the shutdown and nervous. Wait until that gets taken care of and you may have way better results.

I think your right. I thought about that when I started the auction but I think it may have more of an affect then I had anticipated. I have a photo shoot scheduled later this week with a little eye candy to attract attention. I'll post the pics for you guys when I can...

chevelletiger

10-22-2013, 06:19 AM

Nice work with the truck,just put a babe with a big rack next to it and im sure you will get alot of views on ebay and someone looking will give you what you want,or want the girl next to it!

cactuss4

10-22-2013, 12:28 PM

Oh was wondering what happened. Ebay only no for sale posting here? And what would it take to move the mirrors back where they belong, that actually threw me off :) hahahaha

Tory

driveit

10-23-2013, 05:03 AM

Love the build. Had a 71 once and needed money. Wish I still had it!

surlyjoe

10-23-2013, 06:21 AM

Great looking truck. What are the tire sizes you used?

CamaroMike

10-23-2013, 07:14 AM

wow never know you can make a shortbed like that. Never thought about it, very nice.

CKreations

10-23-2013, 09:35 PM

The color is killer!

chevy4life

10-24-2013, 11:49 AM

if i ever build an older truck this is how im doing it. that thing is the absolute balls

custom 68

10-25-2013, 05:47 AM

It does look great.

jakejake416

10-25-2013, 01:27 PM

[QUOTE=cactuss4;1026065]Oh was wondering what happened. Ebay only no for sale posting here? And what would it take to move the mirrors back where they belong, that actually threw me off :) haha.

It's still for sale. PM me if you'd like to make an offer or need more info.

jakejake416

10-25-2013, 01:30 PM

Great looking truck. What are the tire sizes you used?

The tires are 295/50-15's in the rear and 255/60-16's in the front. I know that's not exactly "pro touring" but this thing still handles amazing. If it doesn't sell sometime in the near future I'm going to pull the bench and install a couple of buckets, some big brakes and find an auto x.