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amberkalvin · 08-10-2013, 01:46 PM

its a 1986 454 1 ton dually with hydroboosted brakes. it has 33xxx miles on it (probably 133xxx) and is really nice condition for the year/miles. just wondering, what would some of you expect to pay for something like this?

I have already replaced/adjusted the rear brakes, but anyways heres some pics.

I gave it a good wash and need to buff it out but this is what it should look like when done (current picture the truck is still wet)

and everything works on this truck besides it is missing the A/C compressor and lines. everything else works. power windows and door locks. runs and drives fine other than the front brakes dragging a little bit.

I need to cut that bumper off too!

Thanks again guys.

chevy-fun · 08-10-2013, 03:01 PM

cleaned up good

amberkalvin · 08-10-2013, 03:16 PM

Thanks! Yea, I need to buff it out and maybe it'll look like that for a while, not just until it dries. other than the few oil leaks here and there it seems strong, runs, idles just fine.

hit the gas and all 4 tires out back just spin until you want them to stop.

Sillyoldman · 08-10-2013, 03:33 PM

nice

79Betty · 08-10-2013, 03:34 PM

Looks good. Always liked red. That back bumper does look pretty rough. I'd fix the leaks and drive it. I'd say... 3500?
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amberkalvin · 08-10-2013, 03:50 PM

I've contemplated dropping it but i'm afraid that i just wouldnt be happy with it afterwords. And I don't want to bag it.

I was considering doing a cowl hood (heres a link to one I made a couple years ago for my old 1985 K5 Blazer)

I would build it from scratch just like last time.

What do ya think?

amberkalvin · 08-10-2013, 03:54 PM

http://weldingweb.com/showthread.php?t=293681

cable666guy · 08-11-2013, 12:51 PM

That truck is nice no matter what direction you want to go with it. As for that hood mod, I wish I had taken the time to learn skills like that !!

amberkalvin · 08-12-2013, 09:35 AM

It's really just practice. Just like anything else.

pick up a welder, a cheap hood and practice! lol

86swb · 08-12-2013, 05:06 PM

Yep, water on a paint job really makes it look great. Just like if you just put on three coats of clear. Will look really sharp when you are done. Good find.

08-10-2013, 01:46 PM	#1
amberkalvin Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: fayetteville, nc Posts: 142	Picked up a new toy... its a 1986 454 1 ton dually with hydroboosted brakes. it has 33xxx miles on it (probably 133xxx) and is really nice condition for the year/miles. just wondering, what would some of you expect to pay for something like this? I have already replaced/adjusted the rear brakes, but anyways heres some pics. I gave it a good wash and need to buff it out but this is what it should look like when done (current picture the truck is still wet) and everything works on this truck besides it is missing the A/C compressor and lines. everything else works. power windows and door locks. runs and drives fine other than the front brakes dragging a little bit. I need to cut that bumper off too! Thanks again guys.

08-10-2013, 03:01 PM	#2
chevy-fun Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Arlington, Tx Posts: 338	Re: Picked up a new toy... cleaned up good

08-10-2013, 03:16 PM	#3
amberkalvin Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: fayetteville, nc Posts: 142	Re: Picked up a new toy... Thanks! Yea, I need to buff it out and maybe it'll look like that for a while, not just until it dries. other than the few oil leaks here and there it seems strong, runs, idles just fine. hit the gas and all 4 tires out back just spin until you want them to stop.

08-10-2013, 03:33 PM	#4
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: Picked up a new toy... nice __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

08-10-2013, 03:34 PM	#5
79Betty Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Jasper, IN Posts: 948	Re: Picked up a new toy... Looks good. Always liked red. That back bumper does look pretty rough. I'd fix the leaks and drive it. I'd say... 3500? Posted via Mobile Device __________________ When in doubt, throttle it out! 1974 Chevrolet Custom K20 2005 Ford Ranger Edge 1985 Chevrolet Custom Deluxe C10

08-10-2013, 03:50 PM	#6
amberkalvin Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: fayetteville, nc Posts: 142	Re: Picked up a new toy... I've contemplated dropping it but i'm afraid that i just wouldnt be happy with it afterwords. And I don't want to bag it. I was considering doing a cowl hood (heres a link to one I made a couple years ago for my old 1985 K5 Blazer) I would build it from scratch just like last time. What do ya think?

08-10-2013, 03:54 PM	#7
amberkalvin Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: fayetteville, nc Posts: 142	Re: Picked up a new toy... http://weldingweb.com/showthread.php?t=293681

08-11-2013, 12:51 PM	#8
cable666guy Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Willow Grove, PA Posts: 299	Re: Picked up a new toy... That truck is nice no matter what direction you want to go with it. As for that hood mod, I wish I had taken the time to learn skills like that !!

08-12-2013, 09:35 AM	#9
amberkalvin Registered User Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: fayetteville, nc Posts: 142	Re: Picked up a new toy... It's really just practice. Just like anything else. pick up a welder, a cheap hood and practice! lol

08-12-2013, 05:06 PM	#10
86swb Born a Chevy Man Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Navarre, Florida Posts: 10,221	Re: Picked up a new toy... Yep, water on a paint job really makes it look great. Just like if you just put on three coats of clear. Will look really sharp when you are done. Good find. __________________ John or 86 (Viet Nam combat Vet-BIG RED ONE) '65-'66 1986 Chevy SWB Silverado 1984 Chevy Longbed Silverado New Kia Sportage (Wife's car and she loves it) CHEVY, American made w/pride! If you can read this, YOU NEED TO THANK A TEACHER! If you can read this in ENGLISH, PLEASE THANK A SOLDIER! GOD BLESS AMERICA AND BLESS OUR FIGHTING TROOPS

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