As for your headlights, you can upgrade to a higher grade sealed beam, factory replacement, looks and functions as stock, but the best upgrade is to use a headlight relay setup, I did that on my 77 and it was a significant change with just the factory headlights. Good lighting is a must for any vehicle
Your youth comes through in your needs list. 😉 I never even thought of any of those things 30 years ago in my first square body. I still daily a 1986 C20 custom deluxe burb. 350, stick shift, 3/4 ton, with 33” tires on stock suspension. It has none of those items except tint. That’s to keep prying eyes out. I like simple though. My needs are less than most folks. I’ve driven that truck over 25,000 miles in the last two years. Thousands of those on dirt. It’s been to about half the states of our country, camping off road all over. They are great rigs. Tough, and reliable. Keep it up with videos. 🤙 You tube is a slow tough game.
Grateful mine came with a/c, and I'm with you on the cup holder. Mine sits on the seat with arm rest/storage and two cup holders, Love it. $30 at auto parts store.
It’s always recommended to use neutral when shifting into 4x4, i think its just a problem in park if youre on a hill. Mine has directions above the sun visor on how to engage 4x4 not sure if they all do, mine was a old military k30
weird. my 5 things a squarebody must have are-- #1-- a 454 swap. #2-- 3/4 or 1 ton front and rear axles swap. #3-- bang screech shift kit if auto, good shifter if manual. #4-- ladder bars on rear to eliminate wheelhop #5-- dual shocks or more up front
No cup holders, no stereos was common because these were work trucks on the ranch and cruising into town to get some hay bales. Only later on did you get more convenience items. A/C too. It was an extra or not even an option. I think they are good things to add. Shoulder belts, also. In the 70’s it was lap belts only on these. 4x4 is nice but it’s more maintenance, more weight, worse economy and more to go wrong. In snow and mud it’s a must have. If not, all terrain tires and a LSD rear differential work good for 95% of the situations you’ll get in. On my Land Rover I took the LED bar off and put two LED spot lamps on the front bumper. Worked great and had a classic look. Good video and a nice rig, brother!
Back in my day we didn't have cupholders because you never put down your beer. If you emptied it it went out the window and you had a hand free for the next one.
Nice truck Bro. I have a 73 K10 4 speed 465 and 205 transfer. 6 inch lift with 35 inch tires. THE NUMBER 1 thing to do first on all these trucks is crossover steering. My entire front end is new, also welded in frame reinforcement for new steering box, Borgesen steering shaft and a frame brace from Off Road Design. My truck never came with AC and I took the radio out I just listen to the exhaust. Duals with 2 Super 10s dropped 4 feet behind the cab. Good luck man, again very nice truck!!
Nice truck and great video. Thanks for sharing. I have an '86 Custom Deluxe. Just put in Vintage Air right in time for winter here in North Texas. Next year will be much nicer. They make cup holders that secure to the seat and match your upholstery. Those are cool also.
Enjoyed your video. One thing that got in my craw... You said head lights sucked on it... Then I remembered mine are wired so all four stay on when on high beam..... Mine are amazing! Now you need and old school roll bar with some KC lights! Look up 80s trucks.... I'm 56 I grew up seeing them.... I've got an 81 stepside now with an amazing build sheet.... Good luck with that sexy ass truck.
Should’ve went with the retro Bluetooth radio for it off Amazon or LMC truck. I know they are pricey but look clean… I just kept the factory radio in my 83 k10 and bought a Bluetooth cassette to link to my phone and added 2 10” subs.. But you still have a clean square man!
I wish I could have, but the previous owner already installed a single din radio like the one I have and cut the dash in order to make it fit, so the hole wouldn’t been too big to mount the retro radio
So I just want you to know I bought an 80 square body six tears ago did off frame restoration. Two of the modifications I did recently after my restoration. Cross over steering, and change out bench seat to a set of 2024 Tahoe front seats and center console. Not only did the center console hav e storage space but has cup holders also I connected power to the seats and I have adjustable seats and lumbar support. Note if I ever want to sell my beast, I do have the original bench seat and steering. But as far as comfort and drivability these were the best additions. Restoration included AC, tint and sound system (that I can enjoy).
Intreating man, what would you recommend cash ammount to restore one of these beauts, including buying one id say starting 7-12 g just buying the car(no restored)
You should look into the Philips brand headlights. I got them on my 85 k10. They have the original glass look and a single led at the top so it doesn’t look like those cheap 20 led headlights that everyone is running. They are pretty bright as well.
Just appreciate that you don’t have deep dish wheels wrapped with those dumb*ss rubber band tires. Even keeping the original aesthetic by hiding the light bar. Respect 🤌🏼
Clean the lines out in your ac with at least 3 cans of cleaner after checking for leaks before adding freon to ac very important to clean out the lines thoroughly trust me
Change your tranny fluid on next oil change if you plan on using 4wd id recommend hotshotz transmission fluid its great for racing & off roading as it's very resilient to heat amongst other reasons
Hey brother what do you have for a sound system? I got a 10in kicker sub and 2 6x9s looking to get 2 tweeters for the doors and another another sub it’s been a pain tryna get a good setup with what little room we got behind the seat in these old trucks😂
What size wheels do you have and is your truck lifted? I’m looking at wheels for my 87 k10 and I’m trying to find something that would fit and look like yours without having to lift it if that’s possible
Nothing pisses me off more then some jackass with his bar light in my eyes. If you want good lights just know this. After going through the wiring harness your headlights lose voltage and your headlights get about 9 volts. For about 30 bucks you can get a direct to battery harness, and it's a ten min. install. Your old headlights will receive over 13 volts and look like led lights. I would buy a gun too if I was running a bar light,lol. You are going to make a lot of folks mad. btw, nice truck, nice video. These trucks have multiple ground points. Go through the truck and clean them all. Life will be better,lol.
That’s a beautiful truck dude…. But the fact that you purchased and owned this vehicle long enough to get the windows tinted… and wasn’t sure if the 4 wheel drive worked or not deeply saddens me. There are much more important things you need on that truck. I’ll give you the AC since you’re from the south.
So funny when young guys say these headlights “suck” I’ve got 2 squares with stock headlights and I can see perfectly fine. I think the younger generation just can’t see at night or something because they all think they need 600 fucking LED lights just to drive at night, and blind oncoming traffic. These stock headlights don’t suck at all. They’re actually plenty bright. If you can’t see with them, something I’d wrong or you probably shouldn’t be driving at all.
@@socal_c10naw...the only time halogens are not bright enough is when you have a moron with arc-bright headlight coming at you. Not like anybody is cruising these trucks at 100mph
@socal_c10 Those ultra bright led's make it so oncoming drivers literally can't see. I've nearly driven into drivers with those. Many of these got 4 lights, dimmer or not they ain't *that* dim.
For cup holders in an old truck I always used a roll of duct tape on the seat. Works perfect for a beer… I mean soda can Nice truck though 🍻🇺🇸
Lol same here
I definitely need cup holders in my squarebody.... but is that more important than a running motor? i think so
As for your headlights, you can upgrade to a higher grade sealed beam, factory replacement, looks and functions as stock, but the best upgrade is to use a headlight relay setup, I did that on my 77 and it was a significant change with just the factory headlights. Good lighting is a must for any vehicle
Yep...and you get functional brightness not that arc-bright retina burner leds
I remember as a kid my dads old truck he use to use those cheap cup holders that hang in the window lol
Your youth comes through in your needs list. 😉
I never even thought of any of those things 30 years ago in my first square body.
I still daily a 1986 C20 custom deluxe burb. 350, stick shift, 3/4 ton, with 33” tires on stock suspension.
It has none of those items except tint. That’s to keep prying eyes out.
I like simple though. My needs are less than most folks.
I’ve driven that truck over 25,000 miles in the last two years. Thousands of those on dirt.
It’s been to about half the states of our country, camping off road all over.
They are great rigs. Tough, and reliable.
Keep it up with videos. 🤙 You tube is a slow tough game.
I have a video or two about mine on my channel.
Grateful mine came with a/c, and I'm with you on the cup holder. Mine sits on the seat with arm rest/storage and two cup holders, Love it. $30 at auto parts store.
It’s always recommended to use neutral when shifting into 4x4, i think its just a problem in park if youre on a hill. Mine has directions above the sun visor on how to engage 4x4 not sure if they all do, mine was a old military k30
weird. my 5 things a squarebody must have are--
#1-- a 454 swap.
#2-- 3/4 or 1 ton front and rear axles swap.
#3-- bang screech shift kit if auto, good shifter if manual.
#4-- ladder bars on rear to eliminate wheelhop
#5-- dual shocks or more up front
No cup holders, no stereos was common because these were work trucks on the ranch and cruising into town to get some hay bales. Only later on did you get more convenience items. A/C too. It was an extra or not even an option. I think they are good things to add. Shoulder belts, also. In the 70’s it was lap belts only on these.
4x4 is nice but it’s more maintenance, more weight, worse economy and more to go wrong. In snow and mud it’s a must have. If not, all terrain tires and a LSD rear differential work good for 95% of the situations you’ll get in.
On my Land Rover I took the LED bar off and put two LED spot lamps on the front bumper. Worked great and had a classic look.
Good video and a nice rig, brother!
Back in my day we didn't have cupholders because you never put down your beer. If you emptied it it went out the window and you had a hand free for the next one.
Nice truck Bro. I have a 73 K10 4 speed 465 and 205 transfer. 6 inch lift with 35 inch tires. THE NUMBER 1 thing to do first on all these trucks is crossover steering. My entire front end is new, also welded in frame reinforcement for new steering box, Borgesen steering shaft and a frame brace from Off Road Design. My truck never came with AC and I took the radio out I just listen to the exhaust. Duals with 2 Super 10s dropped 4 feet behind the cab. Good luck man, again very nice truck!!
Was yours a government vehicle? Many came with 4-spd and 4:56 rear. Good up to 55 mph, but screams even at that speed.
Nice truck and great video. Thanks for sharing. I have an '86 Custom Deluxe. Just put in Vintage Air right in time for winter here in North Texas. Next year will be much nicer. They make cup holders that secure to the seat and match your upholstery. Those are cool also.
Enjoyed your video. One thing that got in my craw... You said head lights sucked on it... Then I remembered mine are wired so all four stay on when on high beam..... Mine are amazing! Now you need and old school roll bar with some KC lights! Look up 80s trucks.... I'm 56 I grew up seeing them.... I've got an 81 stepside now with an amazing build sheet.... Good luck with that sexy ass truck.
When you said “it must be pretty depressing to not have music while your driving” 😂😂😂 sub for that haha
Should’ve went with the retro Bluetooth radio for it off Amazon or LMC truck. I know they are pricey but look clean… I just kept the factory radio in my 83 k10 and bought a Bluetooth cassette to link to my phone and added 2 10” subs.. But you still have a clean square man!
I wish I could have, but the previous owner already installed a single din radio like the one I have and cut the dash in order to make it fit, so the hole wouldn’t been too big to mount the retro radio
So I just want you to know I bought an 80 square body six tears ago did off frame restoration. Two of the modifications I did recently after my restoration. Cross over steering, and change out bench seat to a set of 2024 Tahoe front seats and center console. Not only did the center console hav e storage space but has cup holders also I connected power to the seats and I have adjustable seats and lumbar support. Note if I ever want to sell my beast, I do have the original bench seat and steering. But as far as comfort and drivability these were the best additions. Restoration included AC, tint and sound system (that I can enjoy).
Intreating man, what would you recommend cash ammount to restore one of these beauts, including buying one id say starting 7-12 g just buying the car(no restored)
How much did the seats cost you?
Are you looking to sell your truck
These trucks are made to modify. Unless you have a numbers matching truck, you no longer need that stuff.
Forget a thousand veiws you almost at 1,000 subs. Congratulations and thanks for the content
You should look into the Philips brand headlights. I got them on my 85 k10. They have the original glass look and a single led at the top so it doesn’t look like those cheap 20 led headlights that everyone is running. They are pretty bright as well.
To test the 4 wheel drive, all you need to do is look out the window to see is all wheels are turning when you drive (see 8:30)
You just gained a subscriber love the truck man she’s clean
The little sac as you call it is a map pocket
be sure to set them lights for the on coming car
Awesome truck. It's my dream truck
Just appreciate that you don’t have deep dish wheels wrapped with those dumb*ss rubber band tires. Even keeping the original aesthetic by hiding the light bar. Respect 🤌🏼
You need four-wheel drives up north for the snow
Good lookin truck. Is it lifted? What size tires are you roll on?
Nice truck got a 83 out here in San Antonio
Clean the lines out in your ac with at least 3 cans of cleaner after checking for leaks before adding freon to ac very important to clean out the lines thoroughly trust me
Change your tranny fluid on next oil change if you plan on using 4wd id recommend hotshotz transmission fluid its great for racing & off roading as it's very resilient to heat amongst other reasons
Man you're views on each video are awesome...
Hey brother what do you have for a sound system? I got a 10in kicker sub and 2 6x9s looking to get 2 tweeters for the doors and another another sub it’s been a pain tryna get a good setup with what little room we got behind the seat in these old trucks😂
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The cup holder is absolutely 1st purchase.
I have a '86 k10 and te headlights are as good if not better than my 2013 f350.
Where did you find the cup holder that goes in the ash tray?
How tall are you? I'm 6"2 and am looking to do a restoration on a k10 but am worried I won't fit comfortably.
I’m 6’3
I am 6'2" and it's an easy fit. Don't worry
What size wheels do you have and is your truck lifted? I’m looking at wheels for my 87 k10 and I’m trying to find something that would fit and look like yours without having to lift it if that’s possible
What tires are ya running? I have this exact truck. 1984 Chevy Silverado 4x4 but mine is a K10 body on a K20 frame.
I have a 81 4x4 4 on the floor 3/4 ton just waiting for the resto ! Well where do you put yr cigarette butts?
Nothing pisses me off more then some jackass with his bar light in my eyes. If you want good lights just know this. After going through the wiring harness your headlights lose voltage and your headlights get about 9 volts. For about 30 bucks you can get a direct to battery harness, and it's a ten min. install. Your old headlights will receive over 13 volts and look like led lights. I would buy a gun too if I was running a bar light,lol. You are going to make a lot of folks mad. btw, nice truck, nice video. These trucks have multiple ground points. Go through the truck and clean them all. Life will be better,lol.
Did daddy buy that for you ? It’s a very nice truck and your “must haves” are all good ideas.
Yes I’m daddy
Did your daddy abandon you
sq chevy. Cup holder. A roll of duct tape. Works great
I don't think they understand the center of the roll is the holder,lol
Bro where is the link for the cup holder
That’s a beautiful truck dude…. But the fact that you purchased and owned this vehicle long enough to get the windows tinted… and wasn’t sure if the 4 wheel drive worked or not deeply saddens me. There are much more important things you need on that truck. I’ll give you the AC since you’re from the south.
When dad buys me a pickup and I know nothing about it
I’m daddy
Are you looking to sell that truck?
I have a question: What does Scottsdale mean? i have an 86 k20, so what does it mean? And nice truck
Pretty sure it was just a trim package
@@dropshot_outdoors ok thanks
@@That86k20apa yessir
yes it's the trim package, but 10 is 1/2 ton, 20 is 3/4 ton, and 30 is full ton
What sound system did you buy
The first four are doors I got the perfect one for sale
I guess opinions very, sound systems for me or ac not critical in any classic yes I have an 87 3/4 4.
WHAT´S THE SIZE OF YOUR WHELLS??
33x12.50
On 15 inch rims?
So funny when young guys say these headlights “suck” I’ve got 2 squares with stock headlights and I can see perfectly fine. I think the younger generation just can’t see at night or something because they all think they need 600 fucking LED lights just to drive at night, and blind oncoming traffic. These stock headlights don’t suck at all. They’re actually plenty bright. If you can’t see with them, something I’d wrong or you probably shouldn’t be driving at all.
Thanks for watching !
Shut up grandpa once you go to LED’s you’ll realize these stock halogens are stupid dim.
@@socal_c10naw...the only time halogens are not bright enough is when you have a moron with arc-bright headlight coming at you. Not like anybody is cruising these trucks at 100mph
@socal_c10
Those ultra bright led's make it so oncoming drivers literally can't see. I've nearly driven into drivers with those. Many of these got 4 lights, dimmer or not they ain't *that* dim.
How much you want for.??
One,million
Pesos. $. Ja. Ja
What’s the tint % you have on the truck?
he said 25 on sides 15 on back
#1 Motor condition/replacement
#2 Transmission model/condition
#3 Frame condition
#4 Transfer case condition
#5 Body condition
need links
send to England please money waiting
Too many words
More worthless than I could have imagined when I clicked on a video about squarebodys.
He is young, give him a chance, maybe even teach him.
Awesome truck. It's my dream truck