1961 Chevrolet C10 1/2 ton stepside

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This 1961 Chevrolet C10 ½ ton stepside is powered by an LS3 Vortec V8 4L60E coupled with an automatic transmission. Its odometer shows 4600 miles and is in perfect condition.

Michael is looking for a shop to convert the C10 to electric hoping to keep the vehicle within Texas or as close as possible. He wants the truck to be a bit more powerful than today, with over 250 hp, 300-350 Lb-ft of torque, and 90mph top speed.

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This 1961 Chevrolet C10 ½ ton stepside is powered by an LS3 Vortec V8 4L60E coupled with an automatic transmission. Its odometer shows 4600 miles and is in great condition.

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The truck is located in Irving, TX. Michael bought it in 2019 as shell. It has original body and frame, but everything else has been replaced with new technology: Holley EFI Terminator X ECU, Ron Davis custom radiator/ dual fans, Dakota Digital instrument panel, Vintage Air conditioner, Retro Manufacturing Longbeach radio FM/AM/Bluetooth/Sirius Xm, John’s Engineering 9” rear axle w/ Differential Detroit Locker 31 spline, Wilwood Disk Brakes Front and Rear, Boyd custom aluminum gas tank with EFI pump, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Wilwood master cylinder, Ridetech Front Sway bar, E-Stopp electric parking brake, Custom Hand painted logo, All new glass, All new rubber, All new door and window hardware, New drive shaft, Restomod Air sound and thermal membrane on floor, ceiling and doors, New carpet Seat reupholstered, Painless performance wiring harness, Lokar throttle pedal Integrated garage door opener, Lighting connector for charging and radio hidden in ashtray, New brake lines New fuel lines, US Wheels steel rims Coker Whitewall Tires.

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Michael is looking for a shop to convert the C10 to electric hoping to keep the vehicle within Texas or as close as possible. He wants the truck to be a bit more powerful than today, with over 250 hp, 300-350 Lb-ft of torque, and 90mph top speed.

With a curb weight of 4,200 Lbs, he expects a range of 210-230 miles and will use the truck for leisure during weekends.

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Michael would like the converter to install a 12-21 Model S or 15-21 Model X Tesla rear subframe/motor assembly motor with the AEM EV CHEVY C10 rear Tesla subframe mount kit and Tesla rear cradle coilover bracket. Today's rear axle is a '61 1/2" Heavy Bolt-in Notch 1/2" pin offset BBL SP 31 spline 4.75 BP 7/16" X 1 1/2" screw-in Studs'.

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Finally, both AC and power steering must be retained and upgraded for conversion. There are no towing requirements.

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    • SKU
      00100-1961-Chevrolet-C10
  • Year
    1961
  • Make
    Chevrolet
  • Model
    C10 1/2 Ton Stepside
  • Location
    Texas
  • Run
    Yes
  • Street use
    Yes
  • Drivetrain
    REAR-WHEEL DRIVE (RWD)
  • Transmission
    Automatic
  • Front brakes
    Disc
  • Rear brakes
    Disc
  • Upgrade brakes
    Yes
  • Upgrade wheels/tires
    Maybe
  • Upgrade suspension
    Yes
  • Upgrade interior
    No
  • Power steering
    Yes
  • AC
    Yes
  • Primary charging location
    Home
  • Charging station needed
    No
  • DIY
    I am not interested in doing anything at all (premium conversion services required)
  • EV conversion training needed
    No
  • Ship vehicle to shop
    Yes, same state
  • EV drive train
    Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
  • EV HP
    250-300 hp
  • EV torque
    300-350 Lb-ft
  • EV expectations
    A bit more powerful than today
  • EV top speed
    90 mph
  • EV range
    210-230 miles
  • EV charging time
    Low (overnight)
  • Towing
    No
  • Use of used parts
    Only used EV parts for batteries and/or motor
  • Sep 28, 2023, 11:10 AM
    Lawson Sumner (Ampere EV)
    Hello! I think our Atom Drive System would be a great fit in your vehicle. We can support the Tesla LDU, so if you wanted to use the AEM cradle that would be no issue.

    You'd be able to keep your Vintage Air and Dakota Digital Dashboard with our system as well! Message me if you'd like to discuss some more details or options.
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