Restoring my Chevy k10 Squarebody!

[@DudeDad]

Make sure to subscribe! It'll help pay for my new drone LOL but seriously thanks for following along with the channel!

[@Calebs_Aviation]

Always will! I’ll never leave! 😎

[@Yourmission9]

Sweet truck! Very cool you get to pass your childhood memories down to your kiddos. Growing up we had an 86 suburban and that thing had more real estate than the average home. You’d hop in and need someone to pick you up in a golf cart to take you to your seat

[@paulamacdonald7070]

​😂😂😂

[@carlos-luisluna5828]

I was reading this as the drone fell from view. Awww man. 😂 The truck looks amazing. : )

[@2013bayy]

Yes, I will gladly subscribe! What a great video. What a great truck!

[@umaikakudo]

"It isn't a showroom truck, it's a memory machine." ❤ 💯

[@lycansoldier9512]

After my grandfather passed away in 2015 I inherited his 78 GMC K25. I went into the Army in 2016, spent 3 yrs in Hawaii and then 1 year in Washington state. I drove that truck from Oregon to Washington on many occasions and to this day I still have that truck. Ive poured thousands into my truck and it’s still not done. My kids ride next to me in it, it’s been my everyday driver and I’ve been all over the west coast in that truck. I won’t ever say, “I wish I still had that truck”

[@BodkinVanHorn-zs8np]

The sound of those old doors closing is one of the nicest sounds to grace my ears.

[@misfit1x444]

Yes

[@jdii5698]

Two tone truck paint jobs NEED to make a come back. That and plaid interiors. Very cool truck dude. For a lot of people vehicles are just an appliance, something to get them from point A to B, and there’s nothing wrong with that. But for some of us they are more. A means to go out and have a good time, make memories with either family, friends or just alone, and to explore. What I call: “Point the hood that depiction and follow it” Love it.

[@DudeDad]

Perfectly said! This thing is a memory maker...a part of the family!

[@merlars]

Well Said! I LOVE the two tone and the trim pieces. I grew up in the '70s and my favorite memory is heading out to go fishing with my sister and I squished between my grandpa and my Dad on the bench seat...then stopping at a drive in for malts on the way home. Man. Anyway that's honestly a perfect truck. I'd like to see a stock grill on it, but other than that, I wouldn't change a thing!

[@danyz250f]

I did that exact wrap on a square body about a year ago here in Idaho. Except the truck was red.

[@heatherandtimsharp]

@@DudeDadwhere did you get the vinyl for 2tone paint job on truck? It looks great. I want to do the same on my bull nose truck.

[@gavinmetcalfe140]

I agree. I think it’s gone because it costs too much to paint it twice and wait for it to dry in between.

[@theathjr]

I have pictures when I was a toddler standing on the seat while Dad was driving his old Ford pickup. This video brought tears to my 51 year old eyes. Thanks Dude👊

[@RodneyBarber]

I just spent the block on a 87 C20. Was looking at random videos and I appreciate this one. Full of so much truth. Why do we love these things so much lol

[@demris15]

"Bout a thousand" i just about died

[@projectaurora3496]

LMAO, came to say the same exact thing...

[@corrinelillard1267]

Had to know it was coming lol😂

[@erikberg8098]

Hey, if you’ve ever watched a car KZbinr like Tyler Hoover of Hoovies Garage you’ll know that “bout a thousand” for everything he listed off isn’t that bad. It could certainly be a lot higher!

[@chongvang5094]

For an old vehicle, I would take a $1000 repair bill any day.

[@JOSHT901]

@@chongvang5094 that was my thought.... to walk away fixing an old car for only a grand, that's totally worth it.

[@kellyd6195]

It’s not about the truck…it’s about the people IN the truck. You’re doing the parenting very well.

[@aaronspratt267]

My dad owned a couple square bodies when I was a kid. Lots of great memories in these trucks. I enjoyed watching you work on this one. It was like a trip down memory lane.

[@Just_Smile-n2w]

I have such great memories of my dad’s square truck. My dad and all four kids squished in the bench seat. He’d pick us up for a visit and always stop at 7-11 for Slurpees. Riding in the bed out in the country. Great memories. Thank you for taking me back ❤

[@dawnsutherland3461]

What Heidi, did was amazing, love you guys

[@DudeDad]

She is literally THE BEST

[@danhoyland142]

My wife didn’t support my love for classics, so I divorced her. True story

[@ryancampbell8645]

But she didn't get an exact replica! I would have said: "HEY! If I wanted something similar to what my dad drove, i would have ​said so! Thanks for wasting my time! Have fun sleeping on the couch for a week." @DudeDad

[@alfredotherescuetuxedocat83]

Taylor you are a Renaissance man! Telling us that you have never worked on vehicles and proceeding to fearlessly restore your new old truck. You're an inspiration by showing us that we can do anything we put our mind to. Well, I meant you. You can literally do anything you put your mind to. ❤

[@Evadingmoto]

This wasn’t a restoration lollll

[@t.j.buskirk1255]

Dude Dad thank you for this video. Growing up, all i remembered was riding around in my dads 1984 Chevy C10. It was my first truck i learned how to drive when I got my license. When he passed away in 2000 I had to sell it. Hard times after he passed. 2 weeks ago I found my dad's truck that I sold and bought it back. It's in rough shape!! My son, 13 and I just started the restoration for his first truck. Memory will live on and passed on to generations to come!! So, I just wanted to say thank you for the video. It really hit home.

[@sh-df1bb]

What an amazing story. I'm so happy you got it back & you can share it with your boy! Thanks for sharing. Really touched my heart

[@Cinderella1125]

"It's a beaut, Clark!!" Well done, DudeDad. Have a great time making memories with your family.

[@HunterN195]

I recommend for the underside of your truck to get rid of the orange and rusty look to get some spray on truck bed liner it’s is just like spray paint but retards rust and hides what is already there the finished outcome is amazing that is what I did on my 1984 k-10

[@williescott5439]

How sweet! I'm sure it'll be a memory machine forever.

[@NerfThisBoardGames]

That headbonk under the dash for that fuse, chef kiss

[@DudeDad]

so many headbonks through this process

[@tjwiersma4406]

If he would of said "son-of-a, that's gonna leave a mark" like in Tommy Boy. lol

[@Moparfest_Robbie]

I've been working on a 1979 Dodoge power wagon with my 7 year old for 22 months now, it's about road worthy and it's been tough but I can't wait to have those memories with him in the future! Good on you for wrenching!

[@sarahnelson3778]

My Dad had a 1971 Canary yellow chevy truck. With 8 track player. I loved riding in that truck, listening to the Oakridge boys. 2 adults and 4 kids, crambed in the cab. Some of my greatest memories are in that truck. You have a great treasure!

[@debbiemccann3711]

Best gift ever in more ways then one.Memories are priceless

[@mattf49006]

Had a 74 GMC long bed in blue/white back in the 80s..smoked the 350 and replaced it with a 454..oddly picking up 3 mpg along the way...4 inch rancho lift..dual shock..bushwhacker wheel trim..35 mickey thompsons..was rough rude and loved every minute of driving it...nice resto bud

[@MrWilliewonka69]

This are the moments we look forward to as a father the time spent with the little ones and the skill we pass on/learn with them. I am rebuilding a 97 k2500 with my oldest daughter. Not cause of memories i have but this truck has been a rock for my family in a every hard time

[@Calebs_Aviation]

Loved it so so much! I love those old trucks! Bring back the square bodies! 😃

[@DudeDad]

Make Chevy's Square Again!

[@alfredotherescuetuxedocat83]

​@@DudeDad😂 yes! 'Cause "Nothing works like a Chevy truck"!

[@OceanLover1188]

YES. The old pickups are so much better than the new ones.

[@jonkrispeterson6678]

A friend of mine, (his dad), had a ‘78 4WD Chevy Silverado. He “borrowed it” from his dad one Sunday and we went 4 wheeling. He got that thing so buried in a mud hole that it was going to need to be pulled out. We had to walk to a friend’s farm, (no cell phones), and he drove a big John Deere over. Couldn’t really pull it out. It had a loader on it, that once we got it attached, it more lifted it out. He made me promise to never tell his dad.

[@AMiles8810]

You nailed it, from the color and restoration, to the reason for having it in the first place 💯

[@davidhallquist7220]

Bro this hit me pretty good down memory lane. My dad had a 79 chevy c10 truck that took us to all my motocross races and then my grandpa handed down his 92 chevy silverado 2500 to my dad then my dad handed it down to me which at that point had a little over 200k and I drove that truck every where and I will say it finally started knocking around 400k miles and never left me stranded. Lots of good memories! Great video your wife picked a good one and what you did to it even better very clean 👍

[@marshallsauter1415]

Oh my gosh Taylor. This is the best video I’ve seen in so long. I’m still looking for my dad’s square body that he packed us kids into and that we loaded down with firewood! I can’t wait to tune in for more adventures with the K10!

[@jacobkauffman7742]

It turned out amazing. Beautiful work. Great to see you learning along with your kids is great. Shout out to Heidi for going along and getting a beautiful gift.

[@RileyHoban]

To test the difference in your sound deadening for your doors, you should've tapped on the sheetmetal, it would sound hollow and tinny. After you install the sound deadener, tap on it again and it will sound solid and more quiet. A good tip I learned.

[@derekmcmaster8191]

My parents had a '76 GMC Jimmy when they were married and when I was growing up into my teens. Also got an '86 Jimmy when I turned 16. Great trucks and lots of memories.

[@Penguincindy30]

You guys are just the cutest! Your comments about raising kids is so spot on. You are an amazing person. Please keep throwing content like this out there. The world needs to have you as an example of how to raise a family. Thank you.

[@KM-lu7nh]

How sweet! ❤ My dad had a Ford Courier and a Ranger. I always wanted to go wherever he went. My brother and I rode in the bed a lot during the Summer, going to ballgames, the store, etc.. It was freedom.

[@candykid5135]

you'll never go wrong with square body chevy, reasons for that, the memories, easy maintenance and decent price spare parts, i had 1991 chevy suburban v1500

[@JacksonTerrier]

They really knew how to make trucks then. My dad had a 79 and 87 Chevy. You talking about the family bunched up on the bench seat really took me back. And not being able to close the door! Omg that was me as a kid! My brother still has our grandfather’s 73 Chevy but like you said, it’s full of rust and there are holes in the floor boards. My favorite memory with that truck is riding in the bed and picking apples off the apple tree on his property. What an awesome memory to share with your kids❤

[@kathleentayl]

That was really great. Have many memories of driving in my dad’s pick up truck with him. He’s gone now so kind of brought a few tears to my eyes. Thanks for sharing.

[@djmartin9522]

My grandpa had a vehicle like this brought back memories it was an old school green Lincoln it had the middle armrest that could move up to be a middle seat but it was just a huge big front bench. I loved sitting there next to him on the way to and from church on Sundays listening to jazz and gospel music it was great. I always fell asleep the ride was so smooth and peaceful.

[@JeffKendallWeed]

Sick truck! And awesome work on the vlog! Felt like a TV production! Excited to see this truck in more of your upcoming vids

[@FarmAlarm]

Speaking of not being finished, look into Detroit Steel Wheels, specifically their Delray wheel. It looks like your stock wheel but bigger. They have the beauty rings too and you can have it where your stock center caps fit on them too. I promise you won't be disappointed. Super nice truck BTW

[@Damaxfarms]

I love the video and what makes this great for me is that I am 13 and me and my dad are working on a square body suburban right now.

[@josephmaliszewski9659]

Right in the feels. Awesome gift, and a fun project!

[@jackgabbert3233]

Simply the Best!!! Every point you made is exactly what I did with my son - and now we're doing with my grandkids. All the best, Papa Jack

[@smokeycoonhoundut6081]

Love it man. I’m a mechanic and really loved this one

[@sh-df1bb]

Man oh man...what a beautiful truck! this makes me miss my '82 Silverado!! I've already begun my relentless Facebook marketplace search😮😉🫠Atleast I can blame it on you guys when I pull up in the driveway with a "new" squarebody & the hubby asks what I spent on it!😊

[@ash965]

Made my heart smile!! Love it!

[@MLeeder53]

My dad had 5 or 6 of these growing up at different times. I like the tasteful mods you did. They’re is nothing better than the original rally wheels on these things. Well done.

[@tylerjones7845]

The white stripe and top really set it off! These old squares are definitly memory machines! Im just finishing up my 86. You have a great looking pickup! Keep the funny and square vids coming!

[@bilbocarter7732]

So glad you're getting to do this with your kiddo. I'm lucky enough to have the same '68 C10 that was my dad's first truck that he gave me in high school to drive. We're in process of a LS swap with overdrive transmission. Make those memories bro! Kid will remember them forever.

[@jenniferrufli4635]

This might be my very favorite video other than when Heidi gave birth to your children.❤❤❤ This is awesome. Bless your family! You're good people

[@justinheffernan8304]

What a great gift from your wife! Nice truck!

[@67polara]

very well done, sir. Our memory machine was a 78 suburban. The kids can tell you all about it but they’re grown and gone from home now

[@colinklang]

I'm glad i have the last truck my dad owned. 90 k1500 It's rough but restorable. It's ugly and loud. It needs some TLC. My wife hates it, but i don't think she understands why I want to keep and fix it up. You hit the nail on the head. Great video. I love your square body. It's a beautiful memory machine.

[@thaddpooler373]

I inherited a 1969 chevy c10. When I was a kid my granddaddy and I drove to many fishing holes in Colorado in that truck. A few years ago my grandmother wanted to sell it so I bought it I have had it for a few years now. So now my son and I drive all over the place fishing in those same fishing holes. Making memories

[@claregoldade]

I love your videos! They are entertaining but always so deeply emotional and grounded 🫶

[@DudeDad]

I appreciate that...thanks for following

[@melissadriver7615]

Taylor you did a dang good job! Really looks great. I’m so happy for you.

[@ccul8339]

Love it my man.. my 73 year old Dad will not own anything but a regular cab truck. Vinyl floor and manual windows and locks. Those days are a thing of the past

[@ktjomeyers]

I loved seeing your Dad!

[@adamcossy]

i had to do a replay of the intro. what a great moment!!!!!

[@sterling970nicole]

I loved this! My dad had a couple of these, a red with the white stripe and a brown one. My son is now looking to purchase one to fix up and drive on his own. These are the best trucks hands down. Memories with these are some of the best I have with my dad ❤😊

[@heidiknutson3128]

Makes my heart melt, driving up at Horsetooth and the endless memories you and the family will have ❤. I'm from Fort Collins, moved back to Seattle 3 weeks ago; it's definitely making me a little homesick after watching this.

[@DudeDad]

Awesome, thanks for watchin!

[@junfan1986]

That's some awesome quality time with your kids. Hopefully you can enjoy teaching them how to fix some more things while giving them valuable life experience. That feeling of pride you get by being able to repair something yourself.

[@RedKittieKat]

I knew I was going to hear ... ''It's gonna be about a 1000''' I was not disappointed 🤣 You did a great job with it ... everything looks great! 🥰

[@ryand5436]

You should really do something with Matt Cariker. You two are both so inspirational

[@jfuston33]

Looks great, man! Definitely a memory-maker!

[@carriemainquist757]

My very first "car" was a '77 Chevy Blazer. We called it "the Beast". Never forget when I slammed the door and a hunk of bondo/rust fell on the driveway. Love your truck.

[@isaactorres5237]

“It’s not a showroom truck” man you damn created a show room truck, bone stock or even just great body and interior with a good heart is quality show to a lot of us !

[@marlye57]

You are a great dad! Making memories is so important! Good job Dad! 👍🩵

[@Arch_Dude]

Awesome, brought back some memories. My dad had the exact same truck that your dad did. 1978 big 10 in same light blue and white paint scheme, long bed. It was his only new car and he keep it for almost 20 years. I got to borrow it in high school and into college. Nice touch adding the white strip in memory.

[@BoomerangC10]

Awesome! My 78 is my thumbnail picture. It's a rusty mess for the most part but it is mechanically sound. I've LS swapped it, lowered it, rebuilt all of the suspension, rebuilt the rear end, rewired the entire truck, and many other things, all myself in my garage. My son loves it also and always wants to go in "the old truck". My dad had several of these trucks when I was growing up and mine also brings back every bit of that nostalgia, especially when I'm riding with my kids! Awesome video. Congrats on the truck! Now get it really road worthy and check out Hot Rod Power Tour!

[@kellyblaxton3189]

That reminds me of my childhood! I love the two tone much better.

[@DiamondDustAndVerdigris]

Love this! One of the first cars I learned to drive on was my dad's 67 Dodge pickup truck. The thing was a beast! Ugly as sin, and louder than the 1812 Overture on speed. But, it always started. And if something went wrong with it, it was relatively easy to fix- unlike today's super complicated computerized yuppie-mobiles.

[@robertmudrow3617]

Oh Man, what door did you open up to the old car world. Enjoy. Smiles per gallon.

[@883mustang]

My father owned one just like yours, except it was red and white. It was my favorite truck of all time! Unfortunately he had to get rid of it once my brother was born but anytime i see one it brings back so many memories!

[@RyanZuidema]

My dad had an old 70s Pontiac Firebird, since my wife wont let me have that, I opted for an old Jeep that smells like the same gas and oil burning machine. My son loves how " whow, whow, its bumpy". Great father son memories.

[@DeathBySparkles]

You and your kids are going to enjoy so much fun together learning mechanics. If I can understand some things about mechanics thanks to my husband’s hobby, you can most certainly learn it too. Heck. You built a roller coaster in your backyard. You have a mind that can learn mechanics. It’s really cool and interesting. I enjoy what my husband has taught me. Differentials are my favorite part. Your truck looks super beautiful! We will enjoy watching the mods over time.

[@crf4502]

I'm doing the same thing to a 77. I'm loving this project

[@HickLif3]

I've had a 78 k10 since I was 16, now 32, and there are so many memories in that thing. It mostly sits now that I have a family but I'll keep that thing till the day I die and hopefully my kids want to keep it as well

[@sampackard9125]

Props for your sense of humor! Great you have your Dad around and involved. I had buckets but put the bench seat in mine for your same reason. Maybe do some forum research / invest in tools to overhaul yourself, the shop price is usually more than tools cost and your learning curve will be high at first. BTDT on the goopy foil, try fluffy insulation to better deaden engine noise. A person will get used to the costs after you’ve done it a while. Have done a diesel swap costs add up fast but you can figure how to sell parts and find quality items for less.

[@jamesbrown7521]

I’ve always found your videos humorous, but the fact you’re a square body guy like myself endears you to me even more now!

[@denamichaelis5885]

That's awesome! Very cool story, I like where this is headed!

[@ronjamdio86]

I have so many memories as well from riding around with my dad in those old Chevy's. there is no like them and the experience is amazing. love it.

[@littlemac844]

Now we know "The Dad" character!!!! So Good!!!!

[@photodavem70]

As you were going over everything the truck needed with the mechanic I was thinking "bout a thousand". You did not disappoint! Great looking Truck, Taylor. Well done, Heidi!

[@3074x4-Garage]

I had a 78 c10 with 406 I built back in high school! Love the truck!

[@dtread9543]

I've owned several of these trucks over the years. Its tempting to do a bunch of modifications to the older stuff, but please consider keeping it close to stock. These trucks run down the road amazing when they are tight and sorted out. GM left the design largely the same from 73-87 because it was so damn good.

[@srice6231]

Heidi is great! I think your truck looks beautiful! I love the stripe! This made me think of my dad!

[@tracycoles704]

Awe! This made me all sentimental! I have FORD single cab square-body truck memories with my dad. He would pick me up from school and take me with him on his plowing jobs. He had an 89 Ford. He built a hydraulic dump box for it for hauling wood. ❤❤❤ My grandpa had a 74 Ford long box. That was a sexy truck! It was so high off the ground he carried a step stool around for my grandma to get in and out of it. 😂❤️

[@kathyforgues6994]

Love this❤. I remember watching my dad restore first a 1966 Mustang, then a 1957 Thunderbird. I have a love of old cars because of him. Enjoy those memories 😊

[@JohnBarr-ys9zl]

Seen the first vid when you were surprised by your wife a while back. I love seeing the younger generation finding the enjoyment of the older trucks. There’s nothing like em and they’ll get you into a lot of conversations and meeting new friends. Good decision on the two tone and trim. I’ve got a square body or two... or three myself. Watch it, they can be habit forming!

[@BRBNWolf]

Two-tone looks so great!

[@digdrivediy]

I'm a life long Ford guy but I gotta say, that truck looks sweet! Great job on the Renovation!

[@k86_]

Awee you made this lady cry. My dad had an old yellow chevy just like that one. She's a beauty taylor enjoy!!

[@greatbutler]

My Daddy gave my son his 1995 Silverado... turquoise and silver. What a sweet ride!! The truck is older than my son!

[@Chumba802]

That truck looks soo good you did so well on it.. i miss my stepside chevy

[@ronniegillaspy]

SWEET TRUCK!!! Really make me miss my 83 GMC Sierra 😢 It was my favorite ever!!!

[@isaacclark6749]

Looks so much better with the white on the sides!

[@zephirinedrouhin3735]

Wow, this reminds me of my dad’s truck he had when I was little, but the door handles are a little different. His truck had lever like handles too, but they weren’t set in like yours. My brother and I were playing on the bench seat as dad was driving home with the empty hay rack behind us. We didn’t use seatbelts back then. Anyway, I was little enough that I was crouched between the door and the seat, playing with my brother. I went to stand back up and I caught the door lever and it opened. The next thing I knew, I was on the ground as the truck was driving over my legs, then the hay rack went over my legs too. As the last wheel went over my legs, it spun me and I rolled to the side of the road. My dad pulled over and ran to me and picked me up. I was crying as I was brought back to the truck. I had some road rash, which my mom cleaned up for me. Man that hurt, but I was okay! My dad didn’t hit the breaks because he was afraid of hurting me, so I’m glad that God was watching out for us. It could’ve gone so wrong!

[@HaywardFamilybuilding]

Yup, same thing growing up riding around in my dad's old truck. Good times

[@corymiller1821]

Great truck! My 83' K10 looks very similar but a long bed on 33's. I just went through the interior as well & the Retrosound radio is a game changer! I like that you cleaned & painted the door panels - that's my last to-do but LMC is killing the pocket book haha

[@MyloVengenz]

I just wish my 2 y.o would be this calm and did not destroy anything and my husband would be this relaxed when working with a toddler as you are…. We just bought the Terra tractor and I cannot imagine the two of them “working” on it as you do with your kids 😂