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truckn' · 10-10-2006, 05:13 AM

Just bought an 80 silverado fleetside to play with and hopefully soon restore, does anyone have any pictures of one in good stock condition for me to compare it to, also taking suggestions on whether to restore stock or customize. Any reply appreciated.
thx.

cliffsta · 10-10-2006, 08:06 AM

Mysuggestion is to keep the factory chrome grille that came on the Silverado models. They are VERY clean. I lucked up and found one on Ebay to replace the grey plastic one. The 1980 grille is unique to that year, so it would be taking some of its character if you replaced it with billet.

86swb · 10-10-2006, 01:00 PM

How about some pictures of your new ride?

wedgemon · 10-10-2006, 01:15 PM

I NEED one of them there chrome '80 grilles!!

truckn' · 10-11-2006, 01:53 AM

here are a couple of pics, lot of work to do over next year or two.

Jonboy · 10-11-2006, 08:41 AM

Looks like a good start. Welcome!

84 400 · 10-11-2006, 04:39 PM

nice looking truck! I even like the old school paint. I would restore to stock with a slight hotrod on the motor and suspention

**N2TRUX** · 10-12-2006, 09:03 AM

Welcome to the forum Truckn. It looks like you have a really solid truck to work with. Keep us posted on your progress...

nwmod39 · 10-12-2006, 06:52 PM

great looking truck!
i too have an 80 that i am doing. i especially love the square headlights on our trucks. hers a pic of mine past and present.

nwmod39 · 10-12-2006, 06:53 PM

nwmod39 · 10-12-2006, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by truckn'

here are a couple of pics, lot of work to do over next year or two.

very nice

boxrodz · 10-13-2006, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by truckn'

Just bought an 80 silverado fleetside to play with and hopefully soon restore, does anyone have any pictures of one in good stock condition for me to compare it to, also taking suggestions on whether to restore stock or customize. Any reply appreciated.
thx.

It depends on the amount of time, $$$ and effort that you are willing to put out. And, of course, what you perfer to cruise in.

N2 truck is a prime example of taking a nice-looking stock truck, adding a drop and some nice wheels and ending up with a sharp ride. (Since modding really never ends, he's added a few other goodies...) Check out the other posts to see some of the other member's trucks.

boxrodz · 10-13-2006, 12:34 AM

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Originally Posted by nwmod39

great looking truck!
i too have an 80 that i am doing. i especially love the square headlights on our trucks. hers a pic of mine past and present.

Good progress on your teardown, nwmod39. Buildup is next, eh...

nwmod39 · 10-13-2006, 01:17 AM

and the search for a deep pocket to do what i want. i figure ill give myself 4 years to do the truck. maybe with the new job and house i will get motivated to get it done faster.

Russell · 10-13-2006, 02:07 AM

Here is my 1980 GMC 3/4 ton, after 3.5 years, and just over $13 000 since starting on it... Outside doesn't look like much, but less mild bodywork, paint, and the interior, that truck is brand new through and through

Started off as a 2wd 3/4 ton pickup with a carbed 350 + TH400. It is now a 4x4 3/4 ton "HD" (3/4 ton front diff, but 1 ton springs all around) with an SM465 / NP205 combo. Oh, did I mention the tuned port injected 355?

Also has the saddle tanks removed, and a suburban tank installed between the rear frame rails to replace them, and is fully wired / setup for towing.

I'm hoping to get the bodywork done this winter, and will start collecting bits and peices to put an 81+ black Sierra Classic interior in

The future may hold a 4 cylinder Cummins turbo diesel, and NV4500 / NP241 pass side drop engine / tranny combo, along with a D60 front diff. We'll see how gas prices go for now

84 400 · 10-13-2006, 03:48 PM

nice trucks guys! Russ your truck has come a long way and i can't wait to see it in new paint. Also that cummings would be a sweet upgrade! But that would be kinda said to see all the work from the tune port go

Russell · 10-14-2006, 02:33 AM

No worries, I will be putting a lot of mileage on that TPI engine before it comes out

It'll only be replaced with a Diesel if gas prices skyrocket again, to the point where running bio diesel would be cheaper to the degree that I'd be saving money even after spending the money to swap. Until then, the TPI stays put

80BIG10 · 10-14-2006, 09:23 AM

here is my 80 Big 10 pretty much stock

84 400 · 10-14-2006, 09:34 AM

now there is a truck!! Nice "big ten". As for the reasoning behind this thread i think his truck is customized enough that i would stick to that and do a nice restoration slight customization. But it is all up to him

10-10-2006, 05:13 AM	#1
truckn' Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: rogersville tennessee Posts: 276	80 silverado Just bought an 80 silverado fleetside to play with and hopefully soon restore, does anyone have any pictures of one in good stock condition for me to compare it to, also taking suggestions on whether to restore stock or customize. Any reply appreciated. thx.

10-10-2006, 08:06 AM	#2
cliffsta Stepsides RULE Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Pineville, LA Posts: 1,921	Re: 80 silverado Mysuggestion is to keep the factory chrome grille that came on the Silverado models. They are VERY clean. I lucked up and found one on Ebay to replace the grey plastic one. The 1980 grille is unique to that year, so it would be taking some of its character if you replaced it with billet. __________________ 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

10-10-2006, 01:00 PM	#3
86swb Born a Chevy Man Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Navarre, Florida Posts: 10,221	Re: 80 silverado How about some pictures of your new ride? __________________ 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

10-10-2006, 01:15 PM	#4
wedgemon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Spanish Springs, NV Posts: 1,171	Re: 80 silverado I NEED one of them there chrome '80 grilles!! __________________ 2003 Silverado K1500 Z71 - Arrival Blue 1973 K5 Cheyenne Blazer 350/TH350/NP203 Kids Trucks:92 K1500 Blazer 5.7/700R4 4" lift. RETIRED: 1980 Scottsdale 4x4 Founding Member: "TILT WHEEL BELLY." Club

10-11-2006, 01:53 AM	#5
truckn' Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: rogersville tennessee Posts: 276	Re: 80 silverado here are a couple of pics, lot of work to do over next year or two. Last edited by truckn'; 03-25-2008 at 11:07 PM.

10-11-2006, 08:41 AM	#6
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: 80 silverado Looks like a good start. Welcome!

10-11-2006, 04:39 PM	#7
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,746	Re: 80 silverado nice looking truck! I even like the old school paint. I would restore to stock with a slight hotrod on the motor and suspention __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

10-12-2006, 09:03 AM	#8
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: 80 silverado Welcome to the forum Truckn. It looks like you have a really solid truck to work with. Keep us posted on your progress... __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

10-12-2006, 06:52 PM	#9
nwmod39 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: spokane, washington Posts: 302	Re: 80 silverado great looking truck! i too have an 80 that i am doing. i especially love the square headlights on our trucks. hers a pic of mine past and present. __________________ 1980 c-10: under destruction http://photobucket.com/albums/c372/nwmod39/ Last edited by nwmod39; 10-12-2006 at 06:52 PM.

10-12-2006, 06:53 PM	#10
nwmod39 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: spokane, washington Posts: 302	Re: 80 silverado __________________ 1980 c-10: under destruction http://photobucket.com/albums/c372/nwmod39/

10-13-2006, 01:17 AM	#14
nwmod39 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: spokane, washington Posts: 302	Re: 80 silverado and the search for a deep pocket to do what i want. i figure ill give myself 4 years to do the truck. maybe with the new job and house i will get motivated to get it done faster. __________________ 1980 c-10: under destruction http://photobucket.com/albums/c372/nwmod39/

10-13-2006, 02:07 AM	#15
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	Re: 80 silverado Here is my 1980 GMC 3/4 ton, after 3.5 years, and just over $13 000 since starting on it... Outside doesn't look like much, but less mild bodywork, paint, and the interior, that truck is brand new through and through Started off as a 2wd 3/4 ton pickup with a carbed 350 + TH400. It is now a 4x4 3/4 ton "HD" (3/4 ton front diff, but 1 ton springs all around) with an SM465 / NP205 combo. Oh, did I mention the tuned port injected 355? Also has the saddle tanks removed, and a suburban tank installed between the rear frame rails to replace them, and is fully wired / setup for towing. I'm hoping to get the bodywork done this winter, and will start collecting bits and peices to put an 81+ black Sierra Classic interior in The future may hold a 4 cylinder Cummins turbo diesel, and NV4500 / NP241 pass side drop engine / tranny combo, along with a D60 front diff. We'll see how gas prices go for now Attached Images __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap) Last edited by Russell; 10-13-2006 at 02:08 AM.

10-13-2006, 03:48 PM	#16
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,746	Re: 80 silverado nice trucks guys! Russ your truck has come a long way and i can't wait to see it in new paint. Also that cummings would be a sweet upgrade! But that would be kinda said to see all the work from the tune port go __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

10-14-2006, 02:33 AM	#17
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	Re: 80 silverado No worries, I will be putting a lot of mileage on that TPI engine before it comes out It'll only be replaced with a Diesel if gas prices skyrocket again, to the point where running bio diesel would be cheaper to the degree that I'd be saving money even after spending the money to swap. Until then, the TPI stays put __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap) Last edited by Russell; 10-14-2006 at 02:34 AM.

10-14-2006, 09:23 AM	#18
80BIG10 3 lefts make a right Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Texas Hill Country Posts: 150	Re: 80 silverado here is my 80 Big 10 pretty much stock Attached Images



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10-14-2006, 09:34 AM	#19
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,746	Re: 80 silverado now there is a truck!! Nice "big ten". As for the reasoning behind this thread i think his truck is customized enough that i would stick to that and do a nice restoration slight customization. But it is all up to him __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

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