68 C10 Truck Build | Engine Compartment Clean Up

[@rclamb04]

Always good to meet a fellow Tennessean. Hope you are liking it here

[@tackettshoh]

@@rclamb04 weather is great today!! I’m glad you found me!!

[@genestroup1879]

Get you one of those portable Canvas Garages. Work outta that until you get your main shop built. Pressure wash the engine bay Rattle can Paint. The engine Bay. Stick the motor in, get it rolling. Let it be a working process. Build off of that until you get your big shop

[@tackettshoh]

@@genestroup1879 that’s not a bad idea. Only thing I’d worry about is the wind.

[@genestroup1879]

I have to do the same thing. Some of them come with anchors and they anchor down pretty good.​@@tackettshoh

[@michaelmaher4328]

I can appreciate your situation. I dont have a heated shop here in tulsa, and i live for that 11:00am-5:00pm warmth outside, Lol. I started singing Born Free watching Oliver jonesing for Scout. Lol Keep on keeping on y'all

[@tackettshoh]

@@michaelmaher4328 lol. It does get cold in Tulsa. We went up there in the winter to okie! The white station wagon in some of our videos. Got it from the Nova Ranch up there! Love it up there!!

[@jetcitynomads]

If I had your skills I'd pull the front clip and fix the firewall. You won't be happy knowing that cancer is hidden back there. Sounds like good content whatever you decide. Seeing you working in the snow and wind inspires me to get out in the shop. At least it's dry.

[@tackettshoh]

@@jetcitynomads I think it’s going to make me appreciate the shop once I get it!!!

[@LJEubank]

I like the patina look.

[@tackettshoh]

@@LJEubank it’s growing on me!

[@mikecostello1727]

Looks like you're going to be doing a shit ton of metal fabrication 😂. Good luck 👍

[@tackettshoh]

@@mikecostello1727 🫤🤦‍♂️

[@michaelyohn3053]

Fix it!! The 67-72 are the best trucks.

[@tackettshoh]

@@michaelyohn3053 I agree….. I’ll see what I can do……

[@TooFastTodd47]

I would repair the weight loss metal good enough so it doesn't rattle & shake goin' down the road. Put patches in, etching primer & then Turbo Spray paint can it. That stuff is great ! YeeHah...

[@tackettshoh]

@@TooFastTodd47 that’s not a bad idea!!

[@Stupidfastracing]

That ol truck is going to be sweet buddy i really enjoy watching your videos hopefully one day I'll get a chance to meet you both in person since we're all in Tennessee

[@tackettshoh]

@Stupidfastracing thank you!! I’d love to meet up!

[@josephbanks8976]

I like your work, and I feel that you have the right plan. If it were me, I would clean the engine just enough to be able to work on , be proud to open the hood. You already know your motor is ready, and trans. I guess your only problem is creating a trans mount set up. Love your work.

[@tackettshoh]

@@josephbanks8976 I’ve got that handled. I went with summit transmission cross member with the notches for the exhaust pipes. Thank you for watching and commenting!! I really do appreciate it!!

[@josephbanks8976]

@tackettshoh cool, thanks and good luck, looking forward to next content.

[@bgcarguy15]

Fix it definitely! If you ever need any help, tools, etc my dad’s shop is right next door!

[@tackettshoh]

@@bgcarguy15 lol!! What’s up neighbor!! I do hope my shop is up soon. My driveway looks like a junk yard!

[@bgcarguy15]

@@tackettshohWhats up neighbor! Its awesome always getting to see those cars sitting out everytime I drive by!

[@Brent-x5z]

Take the front clip of the 68 c10 and fix the rust please

[@tackettshoh]

@@Brent-x5z I’m thinking I should at least do the core support and inner fender well for now…. Then get the engine in it. It just hard working out there in the driveway. 🤷‍♂️

[@stephenscroggs1230]

Remove inners an leave um off for now. Can always put some back on later. Patch anything visible paint it an stick the motor an trans in it. Hello from Colorado 🤷‍♂️

[@tackettshoh]

@@stephenscroggs1230 what’s up Colorado! I think I can handle the front clip right now. Then drop the engine in…..we will see.

[@lonniesurber9790]

You said you needed content that sounds like a whole lot of confidence I'd enjoy watching it

[@tackettshoh]

@@lonniesurber9790 thank you!! I appreciate that! I guess I’ve got to get to work then!!

[@ratsrodsgarage461]

Do it the right way. You know what will happen with both directions you can go. Either you want to save it and fix all the problem areas before they progress to major problems or you want to rush it and throw it together for a joy ride until it falls apart then you either scrap it or take it all back apart and fix more problems that got way worse. I think you are smart enough to know the right way to do it I can tell it is eating at you but look at the pulse side it will give you a lot more content doing it the right way. My vote is a easy one, Fix all the areas that will be a pain in the ass when everything gets in the way after install. I just did the exact same thing to my 66 nova wagon. Regardless you will be a lot more happy with yourself if you keep it or sale it knowing you did not leave it to die aka rush to get it driving. In the end you do you I wish you the best. Oh and I know it sucks but man it is nice to see another builder working outside in this shit, I been doing builds going on over twenty years all year long in Colorado from 110 to -10 temps I am right there on the driveway lol P.S learn to always have big slabs of cardboard for the ground work amazon will be your best friend for that lol take care.

[@tackettshoh]

@@ratsrodsgarage461 you’re right I know. I’ll start pulling the front clip this weekend!! I am use to all weather. I work year round in Phoenix. So I can handle it. I do appreciate the support!! Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@stephencarr2216]

If it was me, I’d do it properly especially as the wife will be driving it, You want it right, If someone hits her, You don’t want it just folding up around her, You couldn’t live with yourself if she got hurt and it could have been avoided by fixing the rot in it, It won’t cost much to repair it right, I’ve done repairs like this on the floor in terrible weather conditions, Its up to you but take in what I’ve said, That’s all I ask, Love the videos buddy 👍

[@tackettshoh]

@@stephencarr2216 thank you!!! I appreciate the advice!! You are correct. It will be driven by Sarah. So it needs to be safe!

[@IAmThatTony]

Add metal for anything significant structural, don’t get crazy. Get it on the road as a shop truck.

[@tackettshoh]

@@IAmThatTony good point. I’ll probably pull the front clip this weekend.

[@josmith5459]

My opinion would be to fix inner fender well and core support atleast,rattle can it and enjoy. Its a old chevy it deserves it,but whatever you decide ill be watching and liking carry on with the great videos bro chevy rules lol.

[@tackettshoh]

@@josmith5459 I think you are right. I can do the core support and inner fender at least. Then drop in the engine. Thanks for watching and commenting!!

[@markdaigle9856]

Steve, it's worth the time to make that a good safe ride for Beth, remember, Beth will be driving that also. If I was your age I would at least get that cabin sealed up to keep the heat in. Then work on fenders and wheel wells.

[@tackettshoh]

@@markdaigle9856 you make a great point. The only thing is. I can’t let Sarah find out about Beth!!!! lol!! I’m just giving you are hard time. I appreciate the support!!

[@markdaigle9856]

@@tackettshoh Ok, now your making fun of an old guy!! lol.

[@tackettshoh]

@@markdaigle9856 🤣🤣🤣 never!!

[@ezelk1337]

I would take off the front clip and fix it. 67-72 c10 are worth fixing. Stab the engine in. Fix the rest after the shop is up. In fact the shop should be the highest priority. Your not in warm and dry Arizona any more. Really like your channel.

[@tackettshoh]

@@ezelk1337 thanks bro!!! I think you’re right. That’s the way to go at this point!! I guess I’ll start this weekend!

[@ezelk1337]

Sounds like a plan. I am working in my garage today wiring. No heat. 1 above zero this morning in Montana. Coveralls and hand warmers help but I need to get the heater installed.

[@tackettshoh]

@ oooh damn!!!! I’ll stop complaining about the cold now!!! That’s no joke!!! Be careful man!! You could loose a finger in that cold!!

[@dorriersgarage9293]

To me, I would fix the rust. There are plenty of parts available and you will be glad that you did it when you had the chance. The rad support for the 67 & 68 are different then the 69 thru 72, I made that mistake while building my 68. - Rocky

[@tackettshoh]

@@dorriersgarage9293 thanks Rocky!!! You are correct they are a little shorter I think! Thanks for watching and commenting!!

[@earnestanderson83]

Sray and line wrenches work wonders.

[@tackettshoh]

@@earnestanderson83 I used a line wrench on the first one……. But I don’t have a 9/16 line wrench for the one in the rear…. Luckily they came loose….

[@HydroRat]

I would pull the front clip, patch the rusted spots, & bolt it back on. Then wire wheel, degrease & rattle can the firewall & inner fenders. On radiator support either repair the one you have or find a good original. The foreign made repop core supports are thin & tack welded junk (don't ask me how I know). My two cents.

[@tackettshoh]

@@HydroRat I think that’s exactly what I’m going to do. Makes the most sense. I just hope it doesn’t turn into a can of worms and I’m in doing a full frame off restoration out in the driveway…….🤦‍♂️

[@DACoutBack]

I have one right here (1971 GMC) once you pull it apart, you're going to find those weld in nuts rusted, breaking body bolts, many time consuming issues. I started this one last April. I'm still working on this thing "DACoutBack". I'm almost there. I should have been finished by now but have had about 4 or 5 months in engine issues.

[@tackettshoh]

@@DACoutBack I know!!! I’m dreading trying to pull this front cliff apart. I don’t think it’s ever been apart so I know it’s gonna be a problem!!! Thank you for watching and commenting!! Keep with it!! You will love the truck even more once you get it back together!

[@DACoutBack]

@@tackettshoh This is not mine. Doing it for a guy that can't do it and paid way too much for the truck.

[@wesleysmith7676]

if i remember there's a clip holding the clutch pedal on

[@tackettshoh]

@@wesleysmith7676 it should be a clip and a little longer rod. I think.

[@richardsmith-qy6vl]

Just in time for my coffee

[@tackettshoh]

@@richardsmith-qy6vl lol!!! Nice!!

[@wesleysmith7676]

on my 71 you can still use the peddles that are in the truck you can slide the clutch pedal out

[@tackettshoh]

@@wesleysmith7676 yes you can. But the brake pedal will be a little smaller. That’s all. I think.

[@DACoutBack]

Pulling it down turns into a giant snowball. Depends on how much money and time you want to put into it ? I would pull the front off myself. BUT.... You do have a shop coming. When the shop gets here, you could pull the front end, cab, & bed off / clean & paint the frame and replace the inner fenders and stuff then. Get it going for now and plan on a giant snowball later.

[@Hillbillygarage1215]

Yep, you pull that front clip off now, you will never get that shop truck going. I'm sensing that 100%rust free perfection is your obsession and the hidden rust you will uncover is 3 times as bad as what you see now.

[@tackettshoh]

@@DACoutBack that’s exactly what I was thinking….. where do I stop???

[@DACoutBack]

@@tackettshoh Right now. I'd power wash, rattle can. Get the drivetrain, heater, brakes, logo on the doors and start using it as the shop truck. Tear down later in the Tackett Big Shop.

[@tackettshoh]

@@DACoutBack I worked on it today….. you nailed it…… can of worms!!!! You’ll see in the next video…….🤦‍♂️

[@ricksoldcargarage]

I would pull the front clip and find a better one to put on. You can buy those inner fender wells and rad support as reproductions but they won't fit as good as original GM. That would fix that front but that firewall has problems and I hope the floor is still good. You might have to use your AZ contacts for a rust free front end or search local wrecking yard there. You could call Chad at Nobody's Auto in Great Bend Kansas he would probably have all you need, Road Trip!

[@tackettshoh]

@@ricksoldcargarage I think I’m going to order some aftermarket stuff and give that a try.

[@ricksoldcargarage]

@@tackettshoh Good Plan, Then you will have that front clip off and see what you are dealing with. Hey it is still January so you have lots of time and hoping you get some better weather to get it apart. As always will follow along.

[@tackettshoh]

@ it’s actually beautiful out today!!

[@Evaluateandrepair]

I’m in no matter what way you go with it. I would like to see you tear it down , but keep in mind you’re going to be busy when you start the shop. That will be a lot of irons in the fire. Maybe later would be the time to get into it. Would be nice project for the new shop. And more enjoyable to do.Fun fact years ago I was rebuilding an 81 F100. Ready to drop the engine when a major ice storm hit. My garage flooded with 4” of ice water. I ended up laying in it to install engine because I needed the truck for work the next morning.

[@tackettshoh]

@@Evaluateandrepair damn!!! Now that’s hardcore!!! 🥶

[@Buddys-garage]

Being cold and so r have your shop up yet, me personally I’d drop the motor in and go then fix it when you can do it in your shop. Either way I’m in 😂 Keep up the good work!! 😊

[@tackettshoh]

@@Buddys-garage thank you!!! Thanks for watching and commenting!! I think I’m going to at least try and fix the front clip……🤷‍♂️…… probably going to turn into a can of worms….🤦‍♂️

[@Buddys-garage]

@@tackettshoh I don’t blame you at all. Iam the same way cause I know it’s there and not right lol. I felt for you in the cold lol. Love the show and thank you and Sarah!

[@Buddys-garage]

I didn’t know to mention it or not you might already know. On my 66 it’s identical set up as yours. I didn’t move the motor Mount location from the 6 cylinder to the V8. I put a Muncie 4 speed which is longer than those 3 speeds. Long story short I had to have the drive shaft cut and the motor sets back closer to the firewall. If I’d of moved the motor mounts forward to the next holes I was told later that the driveshaft will fit with yours and my new transmission length. Just thought I’d mention it. Again keep up the great job!!

[@tackettshoh]

@@Buddys-garage good looking out thanks man, but I got aftermarket frame mounts to run the car style engine mounts so I had to remove the old ones

[@Buddys-garage]

@ good deal! Anxious to see you get it running 😊 I love that year!

[@DustyCountryGarage]

Hi. Good Talk

[@tackettshoh]

@@DustyCountryGarage thank you!

[@richardsmith-qy6vl]

I would try to find a used core support and inner fender well or see how bad the core support is and patch it up I would fix it but keep the cost down by fixing what I could just make it safe you know what to do this isn't your first rodeo.

[@tackettshoh]

@@richardsmith-qy6vl I think you might be right. Try to at least fix the core support, wheel well and battery box. 🤷‍♂️

[@chrisrichards1339]

Your decision ultimately. Would make a neat build in the new shop. For now you could get by on the cheap wit the weather and all. Decisions,decisions. Either way I'll be following as most I'm sure.

[@tackettshoh]

@@chrisrichards1339 thank you!!! I appreciate the kind words!! I try to stay busy every week!

[@marcshafer131]

Looking Good!

[@tackettshoh]

@@marcshafer131 thank you! I’ve been eating better and sleeping better. Watching what I eat. Mostly portion control…… seems to be helping.

[@marcshafer131]

@tackettshoh yeah I'm learning portion control because my fat ass needs to lose 100 lb

[@marcshafer131]

@tackettshoh also I'm working on my 78 C10

[@tackettshoh]

@@marcshafer131 nice!!

[@kdog7617]

Put the heat core in it and put the motor in it and brakes

[@tackettshoh]

@@kdog7617 that “was” the original plan!!! But now……. I guess….. I’m pulling the clip…..😞

[@rottoratrodrusttohotrodaka3550]

How are the floor pans? Window frame? Door bottoms? Cab corners? Bed floor? The answer rests in those questions. Can Marketplace be your path to replacement parts? You are the artist, but the real boss has a vision for a successful end result.

[@tackettshoh]

@@rottoratrodrusttohotrodaka3550 it’s all pretty rough. But I think it’s fixable. I think I should at least do the front clip and core support…..🤦‍♂️

[@rottoratrodrusttohotrodaka3550]

@tackettshoh .........we have all drug home projects and tough love decisions regarding our path and end results. My problem in the past has been my decision to cut up old Chevys to dirt race that should have never been cut up. One piece at a time will be the best direction. Just remember loud pipes save lives!

[@mediumjumbo7484]

Stick to the plan of getting it driveable 👍

[@tackettshoh]

@@mediumjumbo7484 I should’ve took this advice days ago…… I’m in the rabbit hole now……😳🤦‍♂️

[@johnkemp3456]

Pull it Do it now while it's Mt Weld in patch panels and seam seal

[@tackettshoh]

@@johnkemp3456 ya……. I think I’m going to be pulling this clip….. starting tomorrow…..🤦‍♂️

[@earnestanderson83]

Yes you will. 🎉lol.

[@moparman1506]

Really depends if your going to keep it on how far you wana go

[@tackettshoh]

@@moparman1506 after all these comments I think I’m going to have to start on this front clip!!

[@patrickfahring6086]

You and snidertron are going to freeze to death. You will both have some pretty nice projects your wives can sell. Fix it if at all possible.

[@tackettshoh]

@@patrickfahring6086 I’m trying not to freeze to death out here!!!

[@AmateurHourRestorations]

Get it running and when your garage is built take it apart and build it.

[@tackettshoh]

@@AmateurHourRestorations well…. I should’ve gone your way…… I got it apart today…… can of worms….. you’ll see in the next video….🤦‍♂️

[@wesleysmith7676]

that's common on those trucks for rotting out how's the bottom of the passenger side fender

[@tackettshoh]

@@wesleysmith7676 I think this truck has a little bit of rot in all the normal places.

[@jasonradford7074]

The truck is for your wife take out the rust and make it right for your wife. And safe for her

[@tackettshoh]

@@jasonradford7074 you’re right you’re right.

[@freddiemoralez1536]

Personally I think I will power wash brush it. But it's not worth it if you get it running and go.

[@tackettshoh]

@@freddiemoralez1536 that’s kinda where my thoughts were. Especially working out in the driveway.

[@ianallen619]

Sounds to me like there's still a lot of decisions to be made on the future of this truck. Step 1... who's the truck for? Step 2... what do they want it to loo like? Step 3... build it to their desires. I can tell you what I would do...

[@tackettshoh]

@@ianallen619 smart!

[@Hillbillygarage1215]

Jack, jack stands? Where are they? Battery tools? Why all the hand wrenching? I guess being from AZ you don't know rust. Brush that sheet metal off, spray it down with rust encapsulation to slow any more rot. Get that that thing running and driving so you can haul the torch bottles to the weld supply store. After the shop is up you can go back and pull that thing apart and repair the sheet metal. You said you need content so put that truck through some phases. Run the 4 drum for now and upgrade to disk later. 4 drum worked for a hundred years it will get you around for a few more months.

[@tackettshoh]

@@Hillbillygarage1215 I like the way you think….. with the phases. Don’t need jack stands. the truck isn’t jacked up it’s sitting on the ground. True I got spoiled in AZ and San Diego. Not too much rust.

[@c.n.9074]

Steve, you come from out west, I don't think you know the kind of crap people have to work with in the east. My opinion is it may be in your best interest to find your project vehicles out west and just go get them. That's what I have been doing for the last 30 years and it is worth the time and money for me. I had a brother in NM that chased the cars down , then I go get them. Or just pay shipping, probably 1500-1600 bucks to ship one east, you're right along I 40 , that's a good thing for shipping. . You will spend twice that on just a few body panels on this truck. Myself I would look for a good running used engine and trans and do the rattle rebuild. I wouldn't use the 350/400 in this build., rebuild the factory brakes and suspension, get it running and driving safely and let it go to a new owner. The rust areas you see look rough, it's the stuff that's hidden, that's the ass kicker. To you or me it looks ROUGH! to people on the east coast they see it and say WOW!, this truck is in great shape. Just doing the get it driving safely content would carry you to the good weather in your video. Don't get discouraged..... it's supposed to be fun.........well at least it is, when you look back on it when it's done. Later,. Steve name this project CHILLER, bet Sarah would agree, no??????

[@tackettshoh]

@@c.n.9074 toooooo late….. I opened the can of worms.

[@darrelsaxton9280]

Go get your harbor tool freight tent and heater and work on it it'll make good content it'll make Sarah happy and just restore it

[@tackettshoh]

@@darrelsaxton9280 🤣🤣🤣 that’s not a bad idea!!

[@jodymathis6803]

Dont get it right, just get it running. Drive and enjoy it until you get your shop built. Then you’ll have the space to fix it properly. Just my opinion.

[@tackettshoh]

@@jodymathis6803 you make a good point!! lol! Thank you!

[@toddrichardson9256]

Well...how bad is the rest of the truck I mean if you're pulling apart to upgrading to power disc brakes many aftermarket manufacturers make replacement parts for those c/10's so depends on what your planning for the truck personally if I was doing it I repair all of the rust then drop the engine in it 😊

[@tackettshoh]

@@toddrichardson9256 well…… put it this way…. The more I dig the more I’m finding…. It’s pretty rough. 🤦‍♂️

[@itsmillertime4644]

Get it mechanically sound then open the can of worms 😂

[@tackettshoh]

@@itsmillertime4644 I think you’re right. Sounds like a plan.

[@junkerkinggarage2047]

I would fix it if you plan on keeping it for a long time.

[@tackettshoh]

@@junkerkinggarage2047 ya…. I guess you’re right… looks like I’ve got work to do…

[@bobs152]

I say do it right, if you sell it in the future it could be worth some real money....

[@tackettshoh]

@@bobs152 I agree. These trucks have gone way way up in price!! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@chullender58]

Pull the front clip.

[@tackettshoh]

@@chullender58 well…… I did……. Its bad. Real bad. 🤦‍♂️

[@jeffdenny8699]

Up to u but it could be dam if you do and dam if you don't

[@tackettshoh]

@@jeffdenny8699 you couldn’t be more right!!!

[@ianallen619]

Coming from someone who's spent decades in the construction industry... please wear safety glasses next time. Only one set of eyes my man

[@tackettshoh]

@@ianallen619 I’ve got glasses on!!

[@Chevykev76]

Make it a driver first then if it's a keeper fix the sheet metal later

[@tackettshoh]

@@Chevykev76 I think I can do the front pieces now…….. 🤦‍♂️ while I’m here.

[@Chevykev76]

Looking forward to seeing the videos

[@c10scamaros23]

Throw the motor in it, get it running. If its a keeper fix it all up later!!!

[@tackettshoh]

@@c10scamaros23 that was my original plan and that’s what I was probably gonna do but it looks like I’m getting roped into pool in the front clip this weekend. Here goes nothing!!

[@JeremyMcCoy-q1l]

Bet you're missing the dry weather right now. You might as well do it right, because you know you aren't gonna sell it. Lol

[@tackettshoh]

@@JeremyMcCoy-q1l 🤣🤣 you’ve got a point there!!

[@earnestanderson83]

If this is a keeper, fix it right. Metal work on fire wall. Replace the other parts. What's your gut say? What does Sarah say? 😊

[@Nomadic_wanderer1]

Throw that engine and trans in it and then repair it a little at a time if your going to make it a shop truck, it kinda needs to be right.

[@tackettshoh]

@@Nomadic_wanderer1 you are right. I’m going to do my best. But it’s looking pretty bad right now. The truck is pretty rough!

[@RodneyJohnson-d8l]

Patch that shit up and get running for your wife make it really nice for happy wife happy life

[@tackettshoh]

@@RodneyJohnson-d8l I hear that!

[@garysgarage.2841]

Throw the engine and trans in and sell it as a runner.

[@kevinmcdaniel6398]

Fix it now while you con

[@tackettshoh]

@@kevinmcdaniel6398 ya…. I’m there. I might as well pull it…… looks like I’ve got work to do this weekend now….🤦‍♂️

[@50mercfan]

It's not that hard to do, make it right as you can if your girl is going to drive it.

[@tackettshoh]

@@50mercfan I agree