Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Thanks,
He drove it yesterday after we picked up a radiator from board member. (Thanks John!).
He loves the truck and we are going to be starting body work on it soon.

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Looks good, I may need to reference this thread in the future.

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Thanks! no problem, I would be glad to assist if I can, if you can find a donor that is still in tact it makes easier in my opinion. It is a pretty straight forward swap.

We hope to move on to body work pretty quick on this.

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

nice cheap build love it

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Thanks! We are getting ready to start pouring some cash into it. we replaced the hood and fender (Thanks Joe231!) then started on the body work. We got the drivers side done and moved on to the tailgate. Next we'll do the pass. side bed and keep moving around the truck. We are also looking to buy some new wheels and tires. Here are some pics:

http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a3...86chev37-1.jpg

http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a3...86chev38-1.jpg

http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a3...86chev39-1.jpg

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Looking pretty good. When your done with that come do mine. ;)

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

I've seen that hood and fender some where before.....................


Was it on a burb?

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Joe's Burb as a matter of fact.

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I must be psychic!

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Have any time to work on it lately?

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Looking good!
what wheels are you gonna run?

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Yes, I have been working on it a little here and there. Trying to prep for paint (pics below) It's slow going but progress is progress.

Not sure what wheels we are going to run, we have been trying to find a good deal on some used low miles...but that's not working. He likes the torq thrust, coys, boss and on and on. It's just a matter of scraping up the cash and pulling the trigger. Not too big of a hurry until we get the new shine on.

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Update with pics:

Tough dent on the top R/h side of the bed:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a3...k/86chev40.jpg
Decided to use an old school dent puller:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a3...k/86chev41.jpg
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a3...k/86chev42.jpg
welded up the holes
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a3...k/86chev43.jpg
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a3...k/86chev44.jpg

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More:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a3...k/86chev45.jpg
Mudded
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a3...k/86chev46.jpg
primered:
http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a3...k/86chev47.jpg

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Cool, looks good!! :metal:

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Looks pretty good Mike!

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Thanks guys!

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Very nice work Mike - I can do engines and electronics, but body work was never my forte.

//RF

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Thanks RF! I don't claim to be an expert by any stretch, just hope to get it presentable enough that it doesn't look like crap. Hope the kid (who is helping sanding) is proud to drive it to school.

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Looks good. You should come do mine next. I have the same problem as rf. I have 0 patience for body work. My biggest problem is trying to get things absolutely perfect and they never will be.

Re: 5.7 TBI in an 86????? Anyone done this swap??
 

Yep Cableguy, at some point you just have to realize close is good enough for a daily driver. Now, if it for show well you'll just have to get someone else.
I really prefer to just change the panel with a new one or a nice used one rather than do body work. You can't always do that so here we are beating out dents and floating mud. Hope to get back on it today or tomorrow.

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Mike

I think, without a doubt, he will be proud to drive it - teaching a young man to be proud of his effort and hard work is a rare find now days. I maybe out of line, and bit old fashion by saying that one must learn to be proud of his efforts as we live in instant gratification society where money makes the difference. Well, surprise, it does not - as hard work still counts.

As for body work - I think I will try my hand at it on my next project. More tools and supplies (hopefully, XYL does not mind). Keep us updated - love to see your progress photos.

//RF

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Looking good. Nice progress.

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Are you kidding? He'll be showboating as soon as he hits the parking lot! :metal:

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Very nice work Mike!!
I've been looking for some decent used 20's for awhile.....no luck for me either :banghead: