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Subtle · 06-12-2012, 02:54 PM

Hey Guys I just picked up a 1986 Chevy C-10 and I WILL be turning it into the show truck I know it can be but I havent even started yet and I am running into all sorts of problems lol. So for starters does anyone know where i can get some custom designed parts machined machined (namely a grille, rear-view mirrors, and side mirrors)? also im not to good at photo editing and or design but i do have the finished work in my head if someone can help me with that to

Subtle · 06-12-2012, 06:04 PM

Here is what I am starting with in case you where on the edge of your seats wondering

JRANGER · 06-12-2012, 09:28 PM

well you have to start somewhere and a lot of info on the board. Tons of different type of mirrors and guys on here can probably machine some stuff. Not sure who though

Subtle · 06-12-2012, 09:35 PM

thanks buddy i really hope i can find someone to machine the parts i need because The Reaper will never be finished until i can get those parts!

Car'n'Guitars · 06-13-2012, 12:53 PM

Have you looked into maybe a local machine shop doing any of the work?

Subtle · 06-13-2012, 03:34 PM

ya none of the local ones can do it i havent expanded my search as of yet but will be trying the knoxville and chattanooga areas next right now everything i have tried with in a thirty minute drive can't/won't do it. but im not worried i think ill look for a shop in the nasville area so that when im up at the nats this year i can just swing by and pick them up! so ranger if you know any place in your area shoot me their name and number so i can hollar at em!

Car'n'Guitars · 06-13-2012, 03:37 PM

Good luck in your search I will be watching this one.

JRANGER · 06-13-2012, 03:39 PM

I actually do not...You may want to ask those guys in the White House thread...Since they know a bit more and have been working on vehicles in the area longer...

Subtle · 06-13-2012, 03:55 PM

ok will do!
and thanks it will be a slow build but it will happen!

JRANGER · 06-29-2012, 10:12 AM

Any progress?

Subtle · 07-01-2012, 12:52 AM

sadly no there has been no progress quite the opposite actually i was driving it the other day and it went into catastrophic meltdown when it got slammed into by another vehicle which long story short persuaded me to sell the truck for scrap and start the search for another truck that i can turn into a reaper.

Gordonr1973 · 07-01-2012, 10:04 AM

I hope you are okay!

Good luck with finding another truck.

**N2TRUX** · 07-01-2012, 11:12 AM

I guess now you can call it the grim reaper...

Subtle · 07-05-2012, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

I guess now you can call it the grim reaper...

lol i guess i can now lol

JRANGER · 07-02-2012, 03:26 PM

wow, sorry to hear that

Subtle · 07-06-2012, 01:59 PM

I think i found a vehicle guys its a blazer but i cant tell what year can any body tell me some stuff about it like what year it looks like and what some common problems with it are?

RandyP · 07-06-2012, 02:38 PM

Mid 80's it looks. That's in the range of when the 2.8 liter V6 was around, total garbage motor coupled with an automatic transmission. Just my .02 though.

Subtle · 07-06-2012, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by RandyP

Mid 80's it looks. That's in the range of when the 2.8 liter V6 was around, total garbage motor coupled with an automatic transmission. Just my .02 though.

Its a 4.3L from what the dealer told me I havent had a chance today to go look at hopefully i will tomorrow tho

Subtle · 07-06-2012, 02:44 PM

ok i have done a little research on it and I think its A Chevy S-10 Blazer Does this sound about right?

RandyP · 07-06-2012, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Subtle

ok i have done a little research on it and I think its A Chevy S-10 Blazer Does this sound about right?

Well I figured you knew what it was.... woops. There is a part of the site forum here just for the miniature trucks and blazers.

From what I see in the photo if they are asking more than $400 walk away. And for that $400 it better run like a champ.

Subtle · 07-06-2012, 03:29 PM

ok thanks! i Know absolutely nothing about these things where at on here is that information located?

Subtle · 07-06-2012, 03:37 PM

ok i think i have nailed it down to An 83'!!

JRANGER · 07-06-2012, 09:25 PM

run!! Get a pickup bro! lol

Subtle · 07-06-2012, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by JRANGER

run!! Get a pickup bro! lol

if i could find one in my price range i would but until i get a second job or a better paying first job this is as good as i can get

WarBeard · 07-07-2012, 01:01 AM

Don't waste a penny on that little S-10 Blazer.

06-12-2012, 02:54 PM	#1
Subtle Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Athens, TN Posts: 19	Project Reaper Hey Guys I just picked up a 1986 Chevy C-10 and I WILL be turning it into the show truck I know it can be but I havent even started yet and I am running into all sorts of problems lol. So for starters does anyone know where i can get some custom designed parts machined machined (namely a grille, rear-view mirrors, and side mirrors)? also im not to good at photo editing and or design but i do have the finished work in my head if someone can help me with that to

06-12-2012, 06:04 PM	#2
Subtle Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Athens, TN Posts: 19	Re: Project Reaper Here is what I am starting with in case you where on the edge of your seats wondering Attached Images

06-12-2012, 09:28 PM	#3
JRANGER Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 3,595	Re: Project Reaper well you have to start somewhere and a lot of info on the board. Tons of different type of mirrors and guys on here can probably machine some stuff. Not sure who though __________________ PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULIN http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=306320 Gemini - 1978 GMC C15 High Sierra - 305 c/e - Given to Mother Electra - 1967 Mustang Coupe - 302/w 3 speed Build Chyna - 1968 Chevy C20 Long Stepper

06-12-2012, 09:35 PM	#4
Subtle Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Athens, TN Posts: 19	Re: Project Reaper thanks buddy i really hope i can find someone to machine the parts i need because The Reaper will never be finished until i can get those parts!

06-13-2012, 12:53 PM	#5
Car'n'Guitars Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 1,308	Re: Project Reaper Have you looked into maybe a local machine shop doing any of the work? __________________ 1985 Chevrolet K10 Custom Deluxe---SOLD 1997 Ram 2500 5.9 Cummins 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 1987 Chevrolet K10 Silverado "The Beast" build 1987 Silverado http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6150257

06-13-2012, 03:34 PM	#6
Subtle Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Athens, TN Posts: 19	Re: Project Reaper ya none of the local ones can do it i havent expanded my search as of yet but will be trying the knoxville and chattanooga areas next right now everything i have tried with in a thirty minute drive can't/won't do it. but im not worried i think ill look for a shop in the nasville area so that when im up at the nats this year i can just swing by and pick them up! so ranger if you know any place in your area shoot me their name and number so i can hollar at em! __________________ There are no accidents. There are only things we do and what those things do to other people. 86 Chevy C-10 (The Reaper)

06-13-2012, 03:37 PM	#7
Car'n'Guitars Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 1,308	Re: Project Reaper Good luck in your search I will be watching this one. __________________ 1985 Chevrolet K10 Custom Deluxe---SOLD 1997 Ram 2500 5.9 Cummins 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 1987 Chevrolet K10 Silverado "The Beast" build 1987 Silverado http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6150257

06-13-2012, 03:39 PM	#8
JRANGER Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 3,595	Re: Project Reaper I actually do not...You may want to ask those guys in the White House thread...Since they know a bit more and have been working on vehicles in the area longer... __________________ PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULIN http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=306320 Gemini - 1978 GMC C15 High Sierra - 305 c/e - Given to Mother Electra - 1967 Mustang Coupe - 302/w 3 speed Build Chyna - 1968 Chevy C20 Long Stepper

06-13-2012, 03:55 PM	#9
Subtle Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Athens, TN Posts: 19	Re: Project Reaper ok will do! and thanks it will be a slow build but it will happen! __________________ There are no accidents. There are only things we do and what those things do to other people. 86 Chevy C-10 (The Reaper)

06-29-2012, 10:12 AM	#10
JRANGER Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 3,595	Re: Project Reaper Any progress? __________________ PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULIN http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=306320 Gemini - 1978 GMC C15 High Sierra - 305 c/e - Given to Mother Electra - 1967 Mustang Coupe - 302/w 3 speed Build Chyna - 1968 Chevy C20 Long Stepper

07-01-2012, 12:52 AM	#11
Subtle Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Athens, TN Posts: 19	Re: Project Reaper sadly no there has been no progress quite the opposite actually i was driving it the other day and it went into catastrophic meltdown when it got slammed into by another vehicle which long story short persuaded me to sell the truck for scrap and start the search for another truck that i can turn into a reaper. __________________ There are no accidents. There are only things we do and what those things do to other people. 86 Chevy C-10 (The Reaper)

07-01-2012, 10:04 AM	#12
Gordonr1973 Home Built '87 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Calgary, Alberta Canada Posts: 1,829	Re: Project Reaper I hope you are okay! Good luck with finding another truck. __________________ Gordon 1998 White Chev ext cab 2WD (Summer Project) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=408424 1987 Chev Silverado SWB (Winter Project Rebuild) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=424833 Truck Club http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=466969

07-01-2012, 11:12 AM	#13
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Project Reaper I guess now you can call it the grim reaper... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

07-02-2012, 03:26 PM	#15
JRANGER Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 3,595	Re: Project Reaper wow, sorry to hear that __________________ PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULIN http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=306320 Gemini - 1978 GMC C15 High Sierra - 305 c/e - Given to Mother Electra - 1967 Mustang Coupe - 302/w 3 speed Build Chyna - 1968 Chevy C20 Long Stepper

07-06-2012, 01:59 PM	#16
Subtle Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Athens, TN Posts: 19	Re: Project Reaper I think i found a vehicle guys its a blazer but i cant tell what year can any body tell me some stuff about it like what year it looks like and what some common problems with it are? Attached Images __________________ There are no accidents. There are only things we do and what those things do to other people. 86 Chevy C-10 (The Reaper)



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07-06-2012, 02:38 PM	#17
RandyP Getting Old; Going Broke Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Owasso OK Posts: 2,764	Re: Project Reaper Mid 80's it looks. That's in the range of when the 2.8 liter V6 was around, total garbage motor coupled with an automatic transmission. Just my .02 though. __________________ *Why is every used 350 sbc out of a corvette?* There's only two things that excite a man, expensive toys and real expensive toys. *VEGETARIAN: That's an old Indian word meaning "I don't hunt so good."* When the going gets tough, switch to power tools.

07-06-2012, 02:44 PM	#19
Subtle Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Athens, TN Posts: 19	Re: Project Reaper ok i have done a little research on it and I think its A Chevy S-10 Blazer Does this sound about right? __________________ There are no accidents. There are only things we do and what those things do to other people. 86 Chevy C-10 (The Reaper)

07-06-2012, 03:29 PM	#21
Subtle Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Athens, TN Posts: 19	Re: Project Reaper ok thanks! i Know absolutely nothing about these things where at on here is that information located? __________________ There are no accidents. There are only things we do and what those things do to other people. 86 Chevy C-10 (The Reaper)

07-06-2012, 03:37 PM	#22
Subtle Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Athens, TN Posts: 19	Re: Project Reaper ok i think i have nailed it down to An 83'!! __________________ There are no accidents. There are only things we do and what those things do to other people. 86 Chevy C-10 (The Reaper)

07-06-2012, 09:25 PM	#23
JRANGER Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Nashville TN Posts: 3,595	Re: Project Reaper run!! Get a pickup bro! lol __________________ PLEASE HELP WITH PROJECT UNDERHAULIN http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=306320 Gemini - 1978 GMC C15 High Sierra - 305 c/e - Given to Mother Electra - 1967 Mustang Coupe - 302/w 3 speed Build Chyna - 1968 Chevy C20 Long Stepper

07-07-2012, 01:01 AM	#25
WarBeard Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Show low,az Posts: 808	Re: Project Reaper Don't waste a penny on that little S-10 Blazer. __________________ 1978 C10 Silverado Big 10 350/350.. play toy 1990 V1500 Suburban 350/700r4..Daily driver 1987 K10 Silverado 383/400.. Wife's rig WRECKED! 1989 V2500 Suburban 350/400.. SOLD! 1974 C10 Custom10 LWB 350/350.. SOLD! 1974 C10 Custom10 SWB 350/400.. SOLD! 1999 Silverado Z71 LS1.. Wife's rig WRECKED! On the hunt for a new project....... I'm a Chevy guy.....I'm just not a "NEW" Chevy guy.

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