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1979 C10 Build Project... Need Suggestions

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I have a 1979 C10 with the 350 V8 that I would like to restore... The interior is falling apart, and the exterior looks horible. The engine runs great, however in needs more power! Where can I find a new dash, gauges, and door trim? Also, what performance mods would be beneficial to have?

kstruckcountry Senior Enthusiast

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LMC Truck probably has just about everything you need. As for power, there is a lot you can do for a 350 but dollar for dollar I think an LS based motor is the best.

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I plan on doing a engine swap or efi conversion sometime later in the future... LMC truck has all of the interior parts I need, thanks for recommending it! How much would a paint job and clear coat cost?

Carder09 Senior Enthusiast

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I double what Chris said, a 6.0 monster in that truck would surprise a lot of folks around town. As for a good paint job, depending on how bad the body work is, I would say anywhere from 4k and on. It's definitely not cheap for an actual good paint job that will last and look good.

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The tranny, 4L70E, and wiring harness,ecu etc. Though there is more required than that, I just don't have all the knowledge for you. Lots of research is all I can really tell you to do. It's all been done before so it shouldn't be too hard to find.

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