Chevy & GMC C10 Trucks

A Classic Worth Building

Year Differences &
How PPC Customs Can Bring Yours Into the 21st Century

Why C10 Trucks Still Matter

The Chevy and GMC C10 platform isn’t just a truck—it’s a movement. For generations, these pickups have been part of family stories, shop talk, and car shows across the country. At PPC Customs, we specialize in turning these timeless rides into modern machines—complete with fuel-injected engines, modern drivetrains, killer suspension setups, and show-ready detail work.

But not all C10s are the same. Here's a breakdown of the different generations, what makes each special, and how we can help you build one that turns heads and starts every time.

🛠 C10 Generations: What You Need to Know

🔹 1960–1966: The Originals

  • Design Highlights: Wraparound “knee knocker” windshield (‘60–‘63), small rear windows, eyebrow hoods.

  • Tech Notes: Torsion bar suspension (‘60–‘62) switched to coil springs in later years.

  • Restoration Tip: These early trucks look amazing slammed on bags with an LS under the hood—classic curves, modern guts.

🔹 1967–1972: The Sweet Spot

  • Design Highlights: Sleek body lines, “big back window” trucks are in high demand.

  • Tech Notes: Disc brakes start in ‘71. Coil spring rear suspension rides smoother than leaf spring setups.

  • Restoration Tip: Arguably the most sought-after C10s. Perfect for full frame-off restorations with LT or LS swaps and a clean engine bay.

🔹 1973–1987: The Squarebody Era

  • Design Highlights: Iconic boxy shape, huge aftermarket support, and affordable donor options.

  • Tech Notes: HEI ignition, improved HVAC, and better rust protection in later models.

  • Restoration Tip: These are blowing up right now. Great platform for budget-minded fuel-injected builds, killer paintwork, and modern interiors.

⚙️ Our C10 Builds Go Beyond Just Looks

At PPC Customs, we don’t just throw a fresh coat of paint on your C10 and call it done. We help you build something truly reliable, powerful, and fun to drive.

Whether you're starting with a roller, barn find, or a running truck that needs a new heart, we can:

  • Install modern fuel-injected LS or LT engines

  • Upgrade to overdrive transmissions

  • Design & fabricate air ride or coilover suspension setups

  • Add power disc brakes, rack & pinion steering, and sway bars

  • Build custom interior packages that match your style

  • Wire the truck front to back, including full EFI and standalone harnesses

  • Even tune it and dial it in so it drives like new

📍 Serving the Central Valley & Beyond

We're based in California’s Central Valley and work with customers all across the West Coast. Whether you’re in Fresno, Clovis, Bakersfield, or coming in from LA or the Bay—if you’re serious about your build, we’re the shop to call.

🔧 www.ppc-customs.com
📞 Call us at (559) 281-8484
📸 Check out our latest builds on Instagram @ppc_customs

👇 Ready to Build?

If you've got a vision—or even just a C10 and a dream—let's talk. At PPC Customs, we're not just restoring trucks, we’re preserving legacies and making new ones along the way.