1971 Chevrolet K10 4WD Shortbed Fleetside CA Truck Cummins 4BT Diesel Conversion

Description for Chevrolet C-10 1971

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• Up for sale is this 1971 Chevrolet K10 1/2 ton factory 4WDShortbed Fleetside truck that has beenconverted to use a 4BT Cummins Turbo Diesel engine. This is an original California black plate truck and I believe this truck spent most of it's life in the Pleasanton, CA area. The odometer shows 38,250 miles but I am unsure of the original mileage and almost certain that the odometer has turned over at least once in it's lifetime. The truck has been painted at one or more points in it's life and has had touch ups and bodywork in areas before as well. There is about a quarter size hole in the left front bottom of the drivers door that can be seen in pictures as well as a small hole in the passenger side door corner. Other than those two areas there are no signs of any serious rust. The truck came factory equipped with a 350-V8, power steering,posi-traction rear end, and an TH350 automatic transmission. It has been converted to and retains the following drivetrain: Cummins 4BT turbo diesel engine, factory power steering, Hydroboost power brakes, TH400 transmission, posi-traction rear end. The truck is fairly complete and has had most of the hard conversion parts, sourcing, and work done. I was told by the previous owner that the Holset turbo and TH400 transmission were both rebuilt. The truck does run, drive, steer, shift, and brake but could use someone more knowledgeable about this type of conversion than I am to finish it and make it a daily driver. Could also be easily converted back into a gas engine truck as it has not had the frame cut or and any major alterations that couldn't be easily undone. I am leaving it a fairly solid and complete project for the next owner to go in the direction they wish with some of the minor tweaks to finish it. In the pictures the passenger door handle is broken and I will include another for the new buyer to replace it as well as a new set of door lock and ignition cylinders and keys for the new owner to install. Most of the electrical items work as they should: wipers, headlights, turn signals, and running lights function. It may need a couple of bulbs for all lights to work. Speedometer is not hooked up and some other gauges may not work as well.The conversion starter sometimes will just click when you turn the key and other times it will turn over right away. If you turn the key a few times and click it the starter usually works fine. Sometimes it will not work and you may have to get down and barely pry on the edge of the starter gear to free it to spin freely. I am told this is a common problem and these starters need to be shimmed and then they should work without a problem like this. Obviously this one still needs to be shimmed.All glass is in good condition for it's age. Clear California title, original California black plate, and dealers license plate frame are included with the sale. Overall it's a fairly solid, complete, and hard to find truck in it's factory drivetrain configuration and definitely on a wholeother level with the drivetrain that is currently has. I hope it will go to someone that can bring it to a level it deserves and appreciate it.

• If you have any questions or would like to make arrangements to view this vehicle in person please send a message. If you would like me to give you a call to discuss any details over the phone please include your phone numberin your message. Truck is located in Merced, CA 95340

• Paypal deposit of $500 due immediate before listing will end. Remaining balance due via bank wire transfer or cash in person within 3 days of listings end. If you need more time than this please email me before purchase to make discuss arrangements. Please make all shipping inquires with a shipping agent as I can't quote shipping prices to your location. International buyers are welcome to buy, but you will need to make all shipping arrangements on your end. For all bidders I can assist with loading/pick up of this vehicle in my city for your transport carrier. I am able to store the vehicle safely for up to 30 days if you need this much time to make arrangements to have it picked up. If you need longer than this period you will need to discuss with me prior to purchase.