Hello from the VA/DC area!
Vehicle: 78 C10 (Big10) with 116k mi.
I just purchased this truck. Other than a slow leak in the master cylinder, it runs and drives great. I want to prioritize restoring the interior first, as it’s the most beat up.
I’ve looked at all of the sites, and none seem to have the ‘perfect’ solution. Before I make a mistake and go down a path I might have to change later, I was hoping to get some advice from other owners and experts.
I’d like to replace the cracked dash pad, the door panels, and get the seat recovered. Beyond that, I’d also consider a new gauge set, carpet and headliner too.
I am not trying to restore the vehicle to stock, and I am open to adjustments (different door panels for example) but I’m not trying to go full custom. Maybe a restomod middle ground? I’d also consider both the original brownish (?) color or even a color swap.
I plan to do the work myself.
Budget: $3000?
Questions:
1- Do you recommend one supplier over another? Would you go with a “kit”?
2- is it better to buy everything from one place?
3- are there any speed bumps you wish you knew before you started?
4- is it smarter to just buy new mounting hardware too?
Thank you in advance! I’ve scanned the boards pretty hard first before this post, so hopefully I’m not repeating something already addressed.
Cheers,
Mark