<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Classic Trucks Forums]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join the Classic Truck Forum at Classic Trucks Magazine to discuss your truck, modifications & projects, tech questions, latest news, shows & events, and more.]]></description><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/index.html]]></link><image><title><![CDATA[Classic Trucks Forums]]></title><url><![CDATA[http://classictrucks.com/images/classictrucks_logo_88x31.gif]]></url><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/index.html]]></link></image><item><title><![CDATA[100 years old]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6950230/open-forum/100-years-old/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[finally a truck this summer
a California T at the Beach 
Friday some model T's were touring
and showed up at the shore
I had 45 minutes or so to work
before they left
http://www.members.shaw.ca/dfgray/recentautomotive.htm
regards
Dan]]></description><category><![CDATA[Open Forum]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2008 02:09:39 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6950230/open-forum/100-years-old/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[transmission swap]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7036082/1960-up-chevy-trucks/transmission-swap/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Has anybody done a swap from three on the tree to turbo 350 in their 65 c-10. If so whats involved.
Whats the best way to lower my truck?
John]]></description><category><![CDATA[1960 & Up Chevy Trucks]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 19:09:06 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7036082/1960-up-chevy-trucks/transmission-swap/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1965 c-10 suspension]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7036013/1960-up-chevy-trucks/1965-c-10-suspension/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Hello 
I want to put a rearend in my truck so when i put disc brakes up front with 5 lug i can have five lug in the back. 
John]]></description><category><![CDATA[1960 & Up Chevy Trucks]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 07 Sep 2008 18:09:54 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7036013/1960-up-chevy-trucks/1965-c-10-suspension/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[VIN number decoding]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6947071/1947-1959-chevy-trucks/vin-number-decoding/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I recently purchased a 1954 Chev 3100 pickup.  I have been tring to decode the vin number but have had no such luck.  Did the US and Canada use different VIN's.  The vin on my truck has no letters - VIN # 43131412235
Can anyone help?
Cheers1]]></description><category><![CDATA[1947 - 1959 Chevy Trucks]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 06 Sep 2008 20:09:10 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6947071/1947-1959-chevy-trucks/vin-number-decoding/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newbe to the forum]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7068003/1960-up-chevy-trucks/newbe-to-the-forum/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Hey all. I've been lurking around the forum and I am in the beginning stages of a resto on a 72 C-10 that was my dads. Its all original with the straight 6 250 and 3 spd on the tree. The body is solid and the frame is 100% perfect. The goal is not a show truck but keeping a zemi stock configuration ]]></description><category><![CDATA[1960 & Up Chevy Trucks]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 06 Sep 2008 09:09:23 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7068003/1960-up-chevy-trucks/newbe-to-the-forum/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ford F150 Short box for sale]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7029806/1961-up-classic-fords/ford-f150-short-box-for-sale/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Anybody need a short box for a f150?  Originally purchased for a 1979 truck but it never got done.  Looking to get about $1100 for it - we paid more but that's how it goes.  If you're interested email me at sharing2@earthlink.net.  Just so you know we're in Northern Illinois - in case it makes a dif]]></description><category><![CDATA[1961 & Up Classic Fords]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 21:09:55 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7029806/1961-up-classic-fords/ford-f150-short-box-for-sale/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Body Panels I cant Find]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6938161/1960-up-chevy-trucks/body-panels-i-cant-find/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Hello, 
I have a 1984 Gmc Sierra K1500. This truck is a 6ft stepside bed. I need the driverside bolt on fender with a square gas cap hole. I was Wondering if somone would know where i might be able to look to get one.
I have tried to look all over the net but i know there are sites that im missing.
]]></description><category><![CDATA[1960 & Up Chevy Trucks]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 04 Sep 2008 00:09:42 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6938161/1960-up-chevy-trucks/body-panels-i-cant-find/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[keeping a long bed or not]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7026806/tech-talk/keeping-a-long-bed-or-not/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I am 18 with access to a 56 chevy truck 3200.  My only issue is its a long bed.  Everything else is great.  I would like to keep everything original, but wanted some input on swaping the frame for a short bed.  I know long beds are not as popular and It's all personal preferance.  Any thoughts or su]]></description><category><![CDATA[Tech Talk]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2008 22:09:16 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7026806/tech-talk/keeping-a-long-bed-or-not/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[good source for old cars and trucks]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7025969/general/good-source-for-old-cars-and-trucks/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[A good source for old used cars, trucks and suv's is I-Deal Auto Sales in Tucson Arizona. The website is [url=http://i-dealautosales.com]http://i-dealautosales.com[/url] for contact information and location map. The owner, Phil Mitchell, presently has a gem of a truck....1980 C10 Chevrolet Pickup...]]></description><category><![CDATA[General]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2008 18:09:13 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7025969/general/good-source-for-old-cars-and-trucks/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1980 Chevrolet Pickup FOR SALE]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6936937/swap-meet/1980-chevrolet-pickup-for-sale/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[[bold]'80 Chevrolet Pickup FOR SALE....custom dark blue paint, great condition, no dings or dents, perfect chrome, and clean clean clean engine. $5,500.00[/bold]

Stock 350 with air, upgraded alloy wheels and wide tires, custom paint (dark blue), radio am/fm/cd

Just had the bench seat re-covered, l]]></description><category><![CDATA[Swap Meet ]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2008 17:09:23 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6936937/swap-meet/1980-chevrolet-pickup-for-sale/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1980 Chevrolet Pickup]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6936610/1960-up-chevy-trucks/1980-chevrolet-pickup/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[[bold]'80 Chevrolet Pickup FOR SALE....custom dark blue paint, great condition, no dings or dents, perfect chrome, and clean clean clean engine. $5,500.00[/bold]

Stock 350 with air, upgraded alloy wheels and wide tires, custom paint (dark blue), radio am/fm/cd

Just had the bench seat re-covered, l]]></description><category><![CDATA[1960 & Up Chevy Trucks]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2008 16:09:30 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6936610/1960-up-chevy-trucks/1980-chevrolet-pickup/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[56/57 f-100 frame]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7059147/1948-1960-classic-fords/56-57-f-100-frame/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[How much a like are the 56 and 57 truck frame?  reason i am asking,  I am thinking that i want to put a mustang 2 clip under the old girl.  Can anyone give me some pointers on who to talk to and who to stay away from.  

how hard a job is this to do?]]></description><category><![CDATA[1948 - 1960 Classic Fords]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2008 01:09:29 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7059147/1948-1960-classic-fords/56-57-f-100-frame/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[57 ford f-100 fleetside, many questions]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7059069/1948-1960-classic-fords/57-ford-f-100-fleetside-many-questions/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Just bought this ride, $250 a great deal except the wiring harness is fried, alternator is gone module is gone, all the wiring is melted into one single line. it is a mess to say the least.  I did salvage the wire to the heater, wiper motor, and head lights but that is it.  

where can I find a reas]]></description><category><![CDATA[1948 - 1960 Classic Fords]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2008 01:09:18 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7059069/1948-1960-classic-fords/57-ford-f-100-fleetside-many-questions/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[shocks?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6928987/tech-talk/shocks/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[whats the deal here, the shocks on my 63 are on the same side of the axel ,on my 79 c10 there stagerd,so when i swap how should i put them on? is there a diferince in ride or what?]]></description><category><![CDATA[Tech Talk]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2008 04:09:18 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6928987/tech-talk/shocks/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['66 clutch z-bar frame side support bracket needed]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6926251/1960-up-chevy-trucks/66-clutch-z-bar-frame-side-support-bracket-needed/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I am looking for the frame side bracket that supports the clutch Z bar on a '66 Chevy 1/2 ton, w/V8 and 4-speed trans. It is normally riveted to the frame, but mine has broken several times and been welded back together. :(   I now just bolt it to the frame. I cannot find one anywhere as a new/resto]]></description><category><![CDATA[1960 & Up Chevy Trucks]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 31 Aug 2008 00:08:22 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6926251/1960-up-chevy-trucks/66-clutch-z-bar-frame-side-support-bracket-needed/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1979 k 10 windsheild wipers inoperative]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6923116/1960-up-chevy-trucks/1979-k-10-windsheild-wipers-inoperative/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[howdy yall

im new to the forum,i found it searching to answer one of my questions,and needs

i recieved a 1979 previously restored plow truck last spring for free ,it was not until now tht i decided to check if the wipers work for plowing,and they do not,it would really be helpful if any one had ti]]></description><category><![CDATA[1960 & Up Chevy Trucks]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 30 Aug 2008 00:08:08 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6923116/1960-up-chevy-trucks/1979-k-10-windsheild-wipers-inoperative/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Building a 1953 3100 sleeper.]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6918742/1947-1959-chevy-trucks/building-a-1953-3100-sleeper/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I have a 53 chevy3100 and I would like t build it to a everyday driver, but I need to build it first. Can I put my body on a s-10ex.cab frame and use the front end and rearend, or would it be better to put it on a camero or firebird frame and use the front and rearend? I want to put a v-8 and I need]]></description><category><![CDATA[1947 - 1959 Chevy Trucks]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2008 00:08:38 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6918742/1947-1959-chevy-trucks/building-a-1953-3100-sleeper/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1953 turn signal switch]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6917605/1947-1959-chevy-trucks/1953-turn-signal-switch/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[hello I got a OG turn signal switch for my 1953 chevy pick up. it did not have the wiring diagram, but I was able too figure it out, the only problem I have now is that the brake lights do not work now. They were working when I had it hook up to an after market turn switch. Can anyone help]]></description><category><![CDATA[1947 - 1959 Chevy Trucks]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:08:07 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6917605/1947-1959-chevy-trucks/1953-turn-signal-switch/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dana/Spicer 60 rear-end w/Full Floating Axles - Wheel bearing lube?]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7049316/tech-talk/dana-spicer-60-rear-end-w-full-floating-axles-whee/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Here the problem.  '67 GMC C25 (3/4 ton) P/U has a Dana/Spicer 60 rear-end w/Full Floating Axles.  I had a bearing problem a few weeks ago.  I've cleared that mess up and now I'm putting it back together. For the wheel bearings on the full floater, the Spicer Axle Service manual says the bearings ca]]></description><category><![CDATA[Tech Talk]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2008 03:08:39 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7049316/tech-talk/dana-spicer-60-rear-end-w-full-floating-axles-whee/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[55 F100 Hood Springs]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6914554/1948-1960-classic-fords/55-f100-hood-springs/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Can anyone tell me the easiest way to replace the coil hood springs on my 55 F100?]]></description><category><![CDATA[1948 - 1960 Classic Fords]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 20:08:13 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6914554/1948-1960-classic-fords/55-f100-hood-springs/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[AC]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7011089/1960-up-chevy-trucks/ac/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[my chevy c10 (78) does not have a/c. is there a kit available to put that in the truck?]]></description><category><![CDATA[1960 & Up Chevy Trucks]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:08:37 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7011089/1960-up-chevy-trucks/ac/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1952 single window question]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7010312/1947-1959-chevy-trucks/1952-single-window-question/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[I chopped top my 52 Chevy pickup and is a single window.  I'm wondering if I can use the original window mechanism just by relocating or do I have to use the power window application.

Thanks]]></description><category><![CDATA[1947 - 1959 Chevy Trucks]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 23:08:28 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7010312/1947-1959-chevy-trucks/1952-single-window-question/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[1959 Apache 3800 Purchase Inspection]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7046373/1947-1959-chevy-trucks/1959-apache-3800-purchase-inspection/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Hi,

I am looking at an old Apache to buy for fun.  What are the problem areas to look for that typically rust on these trucks?  I have zero knowledge about the old trucks but like the Apache style.  I know that I want to install power steering and need some guidance of what parts or system I can bu]]></description><category><![CDATA[1947 - 1959 Chevy Trucks]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:08:13 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/7046373/1947-1959-chevy-trucks/1959-apache-3800-purchase-inspection/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['71 F350 Crew Cab Special Custom]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6910078/swap-meet/71-f350-crew-cab-special-custom/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[Only 50,000 Original Miles/ 2ND Owner. Factory ordered Chassis Cab(5/71) Hunting Vehicle - Made in Canada and sent to Trav. Queen then to destination in Denver(9/71)- 390 Granny gear, 2WD, Twin I-Beam 4 Door with 17' Travel Queen Quanset Camper, Boxwood Green with All Orig. Papers - Very RARE and PE]]></description><category><![CDATA[Swap Meet ]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:08:29 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6910078/swap-meet/71-f350-crew-cab-special-custom/index.html]]></guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['67 Camper Special- Ranger XLT]]></title><link><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6910015/swap-meet/67-camper-special-ranger-xlt/index.html]]></link><description><![CDATA[352 Cruise-o-matic, 74,000 orig. miles, Burberry and White, Knit seats, Matching aux. tank, 3 piece mats, 3rd Owner, all Orig. papers AND Service manuels! Few panels need replacing but very solid truck. $12,000

Scoyboy]]></description><category><![CDATA[Swap Meet ]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2008 20:08:41 -0700</pubDate><guid isPermaLink="true"><![CDATA[http://forums.classictrucks.com/70/6910015/swap-meet/67-camper-special-ranger-xlt/index.html]]></guid></item></channel></rss>


