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*1FaastC10* · 12-31-2004, 09:08 PM

so who is going to be the next to convert to 4x4 from the 2wd crowd?

i did over a year ago. not sure when Adam (Cochino) did, maybe before i did. no Ryan (Low 84) has his '80. who is gonna be the next to convert?

ocbaud · 12-31-2004, 09:11 PM

i think i will....

Slonaker · 12-31-2004, 09:12 PM

I don't think it is a "conversion" when they keep their nice 2WD and add a 4WD.

I know who won't be next. It won't be me! I like them, but not as much as dropped 2WD trucks. I just have too many other projects ('37 Chevy Coupe, scooters, motorcycles, etc.).

Slonaker

magnethead · 12-31-2004, 09:20 PM

it wont be us- my dad knows that even tho he needs a new truck, if he gets anything thats 4x4, i'll have it giving him nosebleeds in no time at all.....

784X4GUY · 12-31-2004, 09:39 PM

It sure aint gonna be me, already got a 4X4...Later Guys...Mike

cochino12 · 12-31-2004, 09:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1FaastC10

so who is going to be the next to convert to 4x4 from the 2wd crowd?

i did over a year ago. not sure when Adam (Cochino) did, maybe before i did. no Ryan (Low 84) has his '80. who is gonna be the next to convert?

Wait a minute!! No converting here, I am currently looking for a nice 2wd blazer. That would leave me w/2 2wd's and 2-4wd's ha ha ha

Fry · 12-31-2004, 10:05 PM

I'm converting! but from 4x4, with 3/4 ton diffs, 4" lift, 33s setup to a dropped 2wd setup.

TIMSPEED · 12-31-2004, 11:05 PM

I'm not "converting" but I really would like to find a good deal on either a 73-75 K5 Blazer or a 73-75 K10 Truck.

badone07 · 12-31-2004, 11:33 PM

Depending on how the rehabbing goes on my knee, I'll be gathering up parts needed in the spring. Plan on converting my crew cab to 4wd during this coming summer, along with needed interior and body work.

Russell · 01-01-2005, 02:57 AM

I just bought Ugly, so I am headed to 4x4 too

Just more practical where I live, lol

*1FaastC10* · 01-01-2005, 03:06 AM

badone, is that a C&C 14FF under the back? i contemplated doing the same thing to a K30 and using it to drag my 86 around.

Russell, i forgot all about you! lol

Destructo · 01-01-2005, 03:47 AM

I went from a 83 GMC 2wd LWB, to a 85 Chevy K10 shortbed, won't ever go back unless I can own both! Kinda wish I had kept my ol GMC, I loved that truck even though it had a crappy 305.

modmach1 · 01-01-2005, 10:52 AM

I will never convert!
2wd forever

**N2TRUX** · 01-01-2005, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by 1FaastC10

badone, is that a C&C 14FF under the back? ....

I was about to ask the same thing. Thats a pretty cool deal.

Even though I have owned a 4wd in the past, and I really like the new trend of 20"+ wheels and off road tires, I don't see me making the change. Well at least until my Blazer gets done, which will be........?

bigblock73 · 01-01-2005, 01:23 PM

2WD for me only.

78chevstepside · 01-01-2005, 02:51 PM

the who's best

cliffsta · 01-01-2005, 02:54 PM

not me. I can barely afford my one 2WD truck.

SanitysBane · 01-01-2005, 03:00 PM

pipe dream is to have a long box crew cab 4X4

*1FaastC10* · 01-01-2005, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by 78chevstepside

the who's best

i've got a '60/14 combo, and some freaky suspension stuff done up front.

465/205 is pretty much the beefiest stock offering there is, and when i put the 5.7 Vortec in it, she should be pretty much indestructable. i think everyone else who has posted up is running a 10 bolt front, or a D44. i know Chad is running a 12 bolt rear.

badone07 · 01-01-2005, 04:45 PM

Yup, it was a c&c stake truck and I kept the 14 bolt ff in it, when I added the lwb fleetside bed. Probably will keep the duallies on it since I added 2" lift blocks under the rear springs. If I don't pick up a Dana60 for up front, I'll settle for a Dana44. Has a fresh 355 & sm465 in it now and will pickup a divorced np205 tc.

8t5Silverado · 01-01-2005, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by cliffsta

not me. I can barely afford my one 2WD truck.

I agree. However, I realized that building a lowered 2wd will force me to make the truck look a lot nicer (and spend a lot more) than if I simply left it high and used it as a truck instead of a show project.

So, I have kind of half-converted...now, if I win the lottery, there will be plenty of 2wd's and 4x4's at my place.

patgizz · 01-01-2005, 06:11 PM

i'm working on getting a K30 dually for the 4x4 driveline for my 2wd suburban.

D60 and 14 bolt FF

not sure when itll happen but i'm going to need it before next winter so i can plow with it.

cliffsta · 01-01-2005, 08:27 PM

exactly right 8t5. that's why i WON'T lower my truck, and im gonna keep it a functional truck.

78chevstepside · 01-01-2005, 10:43 PM

meaty beaty big and bouncy is a classic also

*1FaastC10* · 01-01-2005, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 78chevstepside

meaty beaty big and bouncy is a classic also

what?

12-31-2004, 09:08 PM	#1
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,399	who's next? so who is going to be the next to convert to 4x4 from the 2wd crowd? i did over a year ago. not sure when Adam (Cochino) did, maybe before i did. no Ryan (Low 84) has his '80. who is gonna be the next to convert?

12-31-2004, 09:12 PM	#3
Slonaker Insert Witty Text Here Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,415	I don't think it is a "conversion" when they keep their nice 2WD and add a 4WD. I know who won't be next. It won't be me! I like them, but not as much as dropped 2WD trucks. I just have too many other projects ('37 Chevy Coupe, scooters, motorcycles, etc.). Slonaker __________________ '86 Chevy C10 (Sold 04/19/13 ) Stock '01 Silverado

12-31-2004, 09:39 PM	#5
784X4GUY Did someone say MUD? Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Pullman,WA Posts: 1,089	It sure aint gonna be me, already got a 4X4...Later Guys...Mike __________________ Im in the market guys...so keep ya eyes peeled -------------------- Mini trucks are for guys who cant get it up!

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TIMSPEED Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Modesto, CA Posts: 1,321	I'm not "converting" but I really would like to find a good deal on either a 73-75 K5 Blazer or a 73-75 K10 Truck. __________________ I have a few cars... See Them Here

12-31-2004, 11:33 PM	#9
badone07 Project 2 Resume Join Date: May 2004 Location: Jim Thorpe, PA Posts: 884	Depending on how the rehabbing goes on my knee, I'll be gathering up parts needed in the spring. Plan on converting my crew cab to 4wd during this coming summer, along with needed interior and body work. Attached Images __________________ John 1984 C30 Chevy Crew Cab Dually 1998 Jeep Cherokee 4x4 2004 Chevy Trailblazer 4x4 (wife's) 1970 Mustang FB fully tubed (getting 521 BBF & powerglide) 1978 Nova 2dr (going BBCaddy & S.P. th400) 1984 Monte SS (circle track car)

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ocbaud Garage Queen Material Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: USA Posts: 4,129	i think i will....

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magnethead 7000 #'s of american IRON Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: north tx Posts: 883	it wont be us- my dad knows that even tho he needs a new truck, if he gets anything thats 4x4, i'll have it giving him nosebleeds in no time at all.....

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Fry Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Sask, Canada Posts: 169	I'm converting! but from 4x4, with 3/4 ton diffs, 4" lift, 33s setup to a dropped 2wd setup.

01-01-2005, 02:57 AM	#10
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	I just bought Ugly, so I am headed to 4x4 too Just more practical where I live, lol __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

01-01-2005, 03:06 AM	#11
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,399	badone, is that a C&C 14FF under the back? i contemplated doing the same thing to a K30 and using it to drag my 86 around. Russell, i forgot all about you! lol

01-01-2005, 03:47 AM	#12
Destructo Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Lewisville, NC Posts: 1,836	I went from a 83 GMC 2wd LWB, to a 85 Chevy K10 shortbed, won't ever go back unless I can own both! Kinda wish I had kept my ol GMC, I loved that truck even though it had a crappy 305. __________________ 1985 Scottsdale Shortbed 4x4 Stout 350 with some "upgrades"-700r4-33x12.5" Mud Tires, Warn 8274-50 winch. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab 2wd 4-banger, 5 speed, Street Pack with 3.73 axle.

01-01-2005, 10:52 AM	#13
modmach1 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Norway Posts: 152	I will never convert! 2wd forever __________________ http://www.moldestuket.com 1971 Mustang Mach-1 429 CJ-R 1973 Mustang Mach-1 289 1975/71 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400 1978 Chevrolet C-10 Fleetside Longbed Scottsdale 1980 Pontiac Phoenix

01-01-2005, 01:23 PM	#15
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	2WD for me only. __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

01-01-2005, 02:51 PM	#16
78chevstepside Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: lacenter, washington Posts: 718	the who's best

01-01-2005, 02:54 PM	#17
cliffsta Stepsides RULE Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Pineville, LA Posts: 1,921	not me. I can barely afford my one 2WD truck. __________________ 1981 Chevy C10 Custom Deluxe Stepside 350 V8, headers, side exhausts, 3-speed auto SOLD 1980 Chevy C10 Custum Deluxe Stepside 305 V8, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Edelbrock 1406 600CFM 4-barrel, TH350C. Bent rod. SOLD 1984 GMC Sierra Classic Longbed 6.2L Diesel SOLD 2009 Kawasaki KLX-250S too many mods for this signature 1999 Honda Accord EX 4-cylinder, 17" Motegi Wheels 215/45/17 Sumitomo tires, Tein S-Tech lowering springs, KYB GR2 shocks, Acura TL 20mm rear swaybar, debadged, blackhoused headlights, Short-Ram Intake Cardomain of the Accord



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01-01-2005, 03:00 PM	#18
SanitysBane Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Lubbock, Texas Posts: 2,121	pipe dream is to have a long box crew cab 4X4 __________________ '96 Nissan Pathfinder '02 Firebird Trans Am. '88 K5 Blazer

01-01-2005, 04:45 PM	#20
badone07 Project 2 Resume Join Date: May 2004 Location: Jim Thorpe, PA Posts: 884	Yup, it was a c&c stake truck and I kept the 14 bolt ff in it, when I added the lwb fleetside bed. Probably will keep the duallies on it since I added 2" lift blocks under the rear springs. If I don't pick up a Dana60 for up front, I'll settle for a Dana44. Has a fresh 355 & sm465 in it now and will pickup a divorced np205 tc. __________________ John 1984 C30 Chevy Crew Cab Dually 1998 Jeep Cherokee 4x4 2004 Chevy Trailblazer 4x4 (wife's) 1970 Mustang FB fully tubed (getting 521 BBF & powerglide) 1978 Nova 2dr (going BBCaddy & S.P. th400) 1984 Monte SS (circle track car)

01-01-2005, 06:11 PM	#22
patgizz Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Cleveland, OH Posts: 429	i'm working on getting a K30 dually for the 4x4 driveline for my 2wd suburban. D60 and 14 bolt FF not sure when itll happen but i'm going to need it before next winter so i can plow with it.

01-01-2005, 08:27 PM	#23
cliffsta Stepsides RULE Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Pineville, LA Posts: 1,921	exactly right 8t5. that's why i WON'T lower my truck, and im gonna keep it a functional truck. __________________ 1981 Chevy C10 Custom Deluxe Stepside 350 V8, headers, side exhausts, 3-speed auto SOLD 1980 Chevy C10 Custum Deluxe Stepside 305 V8, Edelbrock Performer Intake, Edelbrock 1406 600CFM 4-barrel, TH350C. Bent rod. SOLD 1984 GMC Sierra Classic Longbed 6.2L Diesel SOLD 2009 Kawasaki KLX-250S too many mods for this signature 1999 Honda Accord EX 4-cylinder, 17" Motegi Wheels 215/45/17 Sumitomo tires, Tein S-Tech lowering springs, KYB GR2 shocks, Acura TL 20mm rear swaybar, debadged, blackhoused headlights, Short-Ram Intake Cardomain of the Accord

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78chevstepside Registered User Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: lacenter, washington Posts: 718	meaty beaty big and bouncy is a classic also

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