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C10_ustacould 07-20-2016 08:37 PM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
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Originally Posted by smbrouss70 (Post 7659600)
It's all about that extra inch! :haha:



Which setup does that truck have? You know you won't be happy unless you get what you have envisioned in your head.

That truck has the extreme drop on coilovers front and rear.

gringoloco 07-20-2016 11:09 PM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
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Originally Posted by smbrouss70 (Post 7659600)
It's all about that extra inch! :haha:



Which setup does that truck have? You know you won't be happy unless you get what you have envisioned in your head.

Haha, guess I opened the door for that one! I think that truck is extreme front/rear. I'm actually pretty happy with my current ride height, but I lust after the super-low trucks.

My problem is that the truck still drives like, well, an old truck. I'd like nice, tight ride/steering/braking, with wheels visually entered in wheel wells, then add a manual transmission (tko or magnum) and fuel injection (looking at Fitech for now, but ultimately would like to build another 6.0) for a confidence inspiring and fun drive. Honestly, the goal isn't too lofty, as I'm seeking qualities similar to the 27 year old 5.0--I'm just feeling a little guilty driving a F*rd (and liking it) :exit:

smbrouss70 07-21-2016 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 7659890)
I think that truck is extreme front/rear.

I thought the extreme coil-over setup would put it lower than that, like the Blue and White Blazer that Hill's Hot Rods did. That one doesn't appear to have the rim slightly tucked like the Blazer.

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Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 7659890)
I'm actually pretty happy with my current ride height, but I lust after the super-low trucks.

I was too, but I had "certain people" that were trying to convince me to bag my Blazer, so I gave in to peer pressure. :lol:

gringoloco 07-21-2016 11:05 AM

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Originally Posted by smbrouss70 (Post 7660132)
I thought the extreme coil-over setup would put it lower than that, like the Blue and White Blazer that Hill's Hot Rods did. That one doesn't appear to have the rim slightly tucked like the Blazer.


I was too, but I had "certain people" that were trying to convince me to bag my Blazer, so I gave in to peer pressure. :lol:

Haha, yeah. No regrets! Your Blazer is/will be killer. My favorite on the boards

I think extreme is a little too extreme for me right now. I really like the way this one sits. Similar tire height up front, but shorter out back. He's on WideRide/fatbar with the NL rail kit. I'd like just a smidge of tire rake and it would be perfect.

babyblueoval 07-21-2016 12:01 PM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
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Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 7659890)
Honestly, the goal isn't too lofty, as I'm seeking qualities similar to the 27 year old 5.0--I'm just feeling a little guilty driving a F*rd (and liking it) :exit:

Chris! I can't believe you said that outloud. ;)

gringoloco 07-21-2016 12:10 PM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
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Originally Posted by babyblueoval (Post 7660271)
Chris! I can't believe you said that outloud. ;)

I'm working to rectify my transgressions, the shame is more than I can bear! :lol:

gringoloco 07-29-2016 03:57 PM

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Wife drove the ol' girl to work today--doesn't quite fit in...

67ChevyRedneck 07-29-2016 11:10 PM

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But it's still prettier than all the other ones :D

mcbassin 07-30-2016 08:33 AM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
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Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 7668292)
Wife drove the ol' girl to work today--doesn't quite fit in...

Looks killer! So cool your wifey drives your truck !

darkhorse970 07-30-2016 08:50 AM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
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Originally Posted by mcbassin (Post 7668846)
Looks killer! So cool your wifey drives your truck !

Agreed!

knomadd 07-31-2016 11:39 AM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
It may not fit in, but I bet it gets a lot more attention than those other trucks. It's awesome that your wife likes to drive it. I think it's cool when my wife wants to drive mine. Unless I really want to drive it. :lol:

Stickman 08-02-2016 01:18 PM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
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Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 7668292)
Wife drove the ol' girl to work today--doesn't quite fit in...

She might not fit in, but she's appreciating $$$$ while the others are going in the hole :pty:

Looks good to me !

raggedjim 08-02-2016 10:16 PM

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Looks to me like a dime surrounded by a bunch of penny's...

Nice truck, Rg

gringoloco 08-05-2016 10:40 PM

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Ol' girl got a bath today, I think the first real one in 3 years...

gringoloco 08-06-2016 12:13 AM

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How it sits now:

gringoloco 08-06-2016 12:16 AM

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How it needs to sit:

mcbassin 08-08-2016 08:45 AM

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Looking good Chris! :metal:

Bennett68C10 08-08-2016 10:28 AM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
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Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 7675166)
How it needs to sit:

Yeah, that looks awesome :metal:

GAc10boy 08-08-2016 11:01 PM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
Spent the better part of the afternoon/evening going through the entire thread. I've seen it before but never went through your thread. Nice to see you're back on it! Love everything about this truck.

gringoloco 08-09-2016 10:16 AM

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Looking good Chris! :metal:

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Originally Posted by Bennett68C10 (Post 7677090)
Yeah, that looks awesome :metal:

Thanks guys! Means a lot coming from two dudes with killer trucks
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Originally Posted by GAc10boy (Post 7677792)
Spent the better part of the afternoon/evening going through the entire thread. I've seen it before but never went through your thread. Nice to see you're back on it! Love everything about this truck.

Thanks for taking the time. Stay tuned, we aren't done yet...

Liking the look of this one, too. It's Ridetech coilovers with 18x9.5s, 295/40s all around. I think 18s, if done right (and I have some ideas) could look awesome, get me the extra inch lower, and without having to cut inner fenders. Hmmmm...

knomadd 08-09-2016 11:53 AM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
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Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 7675166)
How it needs to sit:

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Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 7678065)
Liking the look of this one, too. It's Ridetech coilovers with 18x9.5s, 295/40s all around. I think 18s, if done right (and I have some ideas) could look awesome, get me the extra inch lower, and without having to cut inner fenders. Hmmmm...

DO IT!!! That'll look awesome!

gringoloco 08-09-2016 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by knomadd (Post 7678145)
DO IT!!! That'll look awesome!

Agreed! Need some fundage. Wanna buy a motorcycle or Mustang? :lol:

knomadd 08-09-2016 02:05 PM

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:lol: I'm going to have to pass. I'm trying to get my funds back too. My LS swap is held hostage by my back yard renovations the wife wanted. Gotta keep her happy.

gringoloco 08-21-2016 09:47 PM

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...but if I'm gonna go to all the trouble, why not go all the way...

Zoomin 08-21-2016 09:54 PM

Re: How to: Ruin a perfectly good C10
 
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Originally Posted by gringoloco (Post 7690196)
...but if I'm gonna go to all the trouble, why not go all the way...

That's exactly the kind of thinking that takes me from rotating the tires to doing a frame off. :smoke:
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