![]() |
Register or Log In To remove these advertisements. |
|
|
![]() |
|
Thread Tools | Display Modes |
![]() |
#1 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: colorado springs
Posts: 126
|
![]()
Hey there, my name is Anthony and I have posted on the forums in the past in regards to an old 70 burb I had. Found too much rust and now have this toy. Picked up a couple of weeks ago, I plan on giving the pickup a nice sound system and then laying her down.
Any good recommendations on dip kits? I don't want to break the bank but can understand that new arms, shocks ect are going to cost a little money. I'm thinking something along a 4/6" drop. Thank you in advance, I'm sure this Has been answered before. I appreciate any help here. Anywho here are on pics. Anthony. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Posted via Mobile Device |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#2 |
78 Big10 454
![]() Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Pismo Beach, CA
Posts: 838
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
Great find. Looks like a rock-solid truck. Don't know about slammin' it, but like the "old school" look with the Cragars.
__________________
1978 Chevy SWB C-10 2WD 454/400 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#3 |
Just here to tinker
![]() Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Holland, MI
Posts: 3,696
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
Great lookin' truck! That long stepper has to be one of the rarest versions of the square bodies.
__________________
78 C10 SWB Diesel #1 (wrecked)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...1978+silverado 78 C10 SWB Diesel #2 (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=650751 60 GMC Suburban (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=445526 60 GMC 1000 (sold)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php?t=298235 67 GMC 1500 (sold) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=803695 73 Chevy C20(Daily)http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=852767 86 Suburban(summer unit) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=810697 88 Suburban 4x4(sold) |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#4 |
misshape grape
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: the badger
Posts: 385
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
Nice truck!! I lived up in northern colorado(longmont) for 17years. Miss it!
Posted via Mobile Device
__________________
Don't you just love rumors? I always find out stuff about myself that I had no idea I even did.. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#5 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: baytown
Posts: 243
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
long bed step that,s cool nice ride
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#6 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2011
Location: Stockholm
Posts: 263
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
Im envious, that is one beautiful long bed stepside.Nice find man
![]()
__________________
Tom.______________________________________ The fleet: 2007 BMW 530xi M (daily driver) 1986 C-10 Stepside (project "my time") 1992 Corvette cab (summer time daily driver) 1969 Cadilac DeVille Cab ("it just need some paint") |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#7 |
GoatLube Experss
![]() Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: clarksville, Tn.
Posts: 1,337
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
78 pounds ? dont they got McDonalds in Colorado ?
nice truck. look for some drop spindle's and mabey cut a coil off, then out back look into a flip kit. that'll have her sit'n nice and you could add a shackle kit if ya need'd more out back .
__________________
Goat Lube Express, locations in Qalat,Afghanistan & Clarksville, Tn. '87 R30 dually 454/TH400 '85 1/2 ton CCSB '92 S10 350/350 '84 MonteCarlo 383/PG/9"ford '78 Malibu wagon 350/350 '78 Cutlass (project family car) '96 S10 Jimmy (Moma's) |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#8 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: colorado springs
Posts: 126
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
Thank you for the kind words guys. any Places in particular that anyone has in mind for the spindles/ any other parts. Thank you. Anthony
Posted via Mobile Device |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#9 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: colorado springs
Posts: 126
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
http://grunionfabrication.com/456-ch...87-p-1788.html
Any thoughts on this kit? I noticed they are a site sponsor, everything seems reasonable on the install. The one thing I am curious about is the c-notch install. Does it require welding? Also, any reason that these kits wouldn't work on a long bed? Thanks guys/ I think I may lower before throwing in audio ![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#10 |
Registered User
![]() Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Posts: 329
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
nice looking truck...
__________________
I drive a lowered Chevy, a lifted Ford and I have a 62 VW bug stripped down in the garage.
Which "Piss on" sticker do I buy? |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#11 |
It followed me home?
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Yup
Posts: 5,751
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
Nice truck! Let me know when you are ready to start the stereo and I'll hook you up with some equipment at wholesale if our interested.
__________________
Adam That's why they call it a shortcut Kyle, if it was easy it would just be the way. 86 c-10 SWB 85 CCSB 90 GMC K30 Crew SRW 1985 C30 Dually |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#12 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Posts: 132
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
I bought my lowering kit from Grunion's great guys and really good prices.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#13 |
Chevys Kick A$$
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Zootown, MT
Posts: 12,699
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
Awesome looking stepper looks super clean and in great shape. Cant wait to see some more pics after you get done dropping it
![]()
__________________
*HOODS is what I answer too* -'79, '77, '88 Pickup Sold, '85 Camaro, '83 T/A, '81,'83,'90 K5 Blazer All Sold ![]() -'79 3/4 ton "Big Yellow Bananna" Lifted 4spd. 39.5 TSL Swampers, The money Pit ![]() ![]() -'86 K5 Blazer Silverado 6.2 4" lift 35"s -'95 Ext. Cab Shorty 4" Tuff Country rolling 35" M/T's -'83 Monte Carlo T-Tops. 126,500 Original Miles -LATER ![]() I would rather push a Chevy then drive a ford!!
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#14 |
78K & 79C Jimmys
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Ottawa Ont CANADA
Posts: 7,901
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
looks very clean,nice
__________________
John 1978 GMCJimmy4X4-350/203 1979 GMCJimmy4X2-305/350 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#15 |
Arrived on a Pale Horse
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: SnagTown Indiana
Posts: 2,524
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
Welcome to the 73-87 side. Nice ride you have there!
__________________
Jason 87 V30 350TBI/400 White w/Boss V-plow 89 R3500 CC SRW |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#16 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: OK
Posts: 76
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
I came here looking for a 78 pound stepside truck... I wasn't dissappointed at the Long Bed. Very nice looking. Seems freshly painted.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#17 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Denver Burbs, CO
Posts: 116
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
Hi Neighbor,
South Denver burbs here. Great looking 78. I love the long stepsides! I also love the Cragars....very correct for the 78 period! Around the corner from me is a 74 shortbed stepper in blue which reminds me of your truck. Welcome to hte squarebodies. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#18 |
No No
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Pueblo Colorado
Posts: 1,781
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
Thats a nice truck i would not drop her but its your call. I ordered a belltech kit for mine its ok one day i will take her back to stock ride height since my needs from my truck have changed since my 20's
__________________
1976 Custom Deluxe SWB Med FMB.3/4 Drop. Gen VI 454, Muncie HD 3 speed With Modified OE Hurst Shifter, 3.73 12 bolt, GMPP HO roller cam, Hooker headers, Performer intake with modified Q-jet, Accel distributor. Best 1/4 12.3 @108. Funnest run 19.84 @88 full 1/4 mile burn out. 1997 K1500 ext cab 5.7 stock except muffler |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#19 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Sonora California
Posts: 860
|
Re: 78 lb stepside new guy from Colorado.
Looks like someone did a sweet restore on the bed. I wished mine was that nice...and long too. With my little experience with spindles I learned that some have clearance issues, depending on the wheels. I think if I were to do it again I'd go witht the 2.5" spindle rather than the 3" (I have 3" Beltech's) It should give you a little more clearance between the lower control arm and the wheel. Shop around and do your research.
That kit listed above for the front looks like the way to go. As for the rear well... I'll hold my opinoins to myself. Depending on your springs you may not need the C notch. I remeoved the bump stop and beefed up the factory saggy springs. Last edited by 1LowToy; 12-25-2011 at 03:15 PM. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
Bookmarks |
Thread Tools | |
Display Modes | |
|
|