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07-05-2010, 02:41 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
You are welcome, Yeah also I am young and inexperienced. My father is the one who can build extremely custom vehicles I am still learning. Also I just put down less then 2500 down for a new engine
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07-05-2010, 03:02 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
Awesome pics u have givin me some ideas as to what i might do to my 87GMC again great pics man hope to see more as time goes on
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CANT RESCUE ALL OF THEM BUT I CAN SURE TRY  1987 Gmc Sierra swb 2wd (soon to have a TBI 454) 1987 Custom Deluxe 2wd (Was a TBI 4.3 V6 Now TBI 5.7 350) DAILY DRIVER 1985 MILITARY CUCV M1008 Pretty much Stock 1987 3/4 ton GMC 2wd Suburban TBI 7.4 454(DONOR FOR 87 GMC SWB) BEING USED AS PARTS 1989 GMC SUBURBAN TBI 5.7 350 (MOTOR IS NOW IN 87 CUSTOM DELUXE)BEING USED FOR PARTS Gets More Chicks =GMC Got More Cubes=GMC Got My Chevy=GMC God Made Chevy=GMC 
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07-05-2010, 10:29 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
Low87 - Here is the pic you requested, I hope it's what your looking for. sorry it took so long.
SevenSeries - Yeah I have had to learn from everyone on this board on how to do things myself and save some $$$. 1987GMCSierra - Thanks for the compliments Boss; yep the project snowballed; as soon as I get all the suspension & drivetrain back together, pending saving some pennies then it will be downhill after that. |
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08-02-2010, 08:05 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
1986swb - Sorry it took me so long to respond; Actually I do have a 4" drop, my hangers are 2" and my shackles can be either 3" or 4" depending on which hole in the shackle I use. I had my mechanic some years back install mine and so when i started tearing down my truck and putting it back together I just put everything back like it was. However he could drilled some holes in the frame to make it work but I don't think he did.
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08-02-2010, 10:12 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
Twoodson. No worries on the reply. So you do have a 4" total drop in your rear and you can still use the regular set up to install the Hellwig sway bar. This installation issue bothers me again. I called Summit Racing and Hellwig this morning and neither were of any help. They both said "no problem." This is such a simple installation which is why this is bothering me so much.
In any case, I'm redrilling holes in the frame for the angle brackets so that they are straight and perpendicular to the ground. Additionally, I am using shorter end link bolts and spacers as well. I'll post some pics when I'm done later this week. You cannot imagine how frustrating this is. The only thing more frustrating is awaiting for my bench seat to come back from the upholstery shop. Ok. I'm done venting. Thanks for your feedback. Breathe .... Serenity Now .... |
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08-19-2010, 11:51 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
nice build so far!!
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08-25-2010, 11:51 AM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
SatisTraction: Thanks for the compliments, it's been a slow go with the shortage of $$$, but we know how that goes and plus working outside in 100+ degrees is not good but hopefully things are tapering off and I can order some bushings next week and get the front suspension bolted back together..
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10-20-2010, 10:15 AM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
good talking to you last night Triveno!! your build is awesome bro
 going to be magazine worthy for sure!just wondering if we can all get an update on the change of plans!!
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10-20-2010, 02:47 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
Great build man!
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10-21-2010, 03:18 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
Well Dennis if you insist; the build has taken a slight turn. Instead of investing in heads, 700r4 rebuild, & tune on the TBI; I have been talked into, initiated into the LS swap club. Thanks goes to Jonboy, Jmuck, Menace "to society"..lol I have decided the 5.3 will be cheaper. Jonboy located me a 5.3 from an '04 Avalanche w/59K complete with everything including tranny. It was a helluva deal. I thank this board and everybody here for all the good information for some us do-it-yourselfers. I was really scared since it was drive by wire but all the brothas mentioned above assured me there was nothing to fear and I will be happy especially with the the peformance gained and the $$$ saved. Pics will come as soon as I can.
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10-21-2010, 03:20 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
Sweet man looking forward to that phase of the project!
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10-21-2010, 03:45 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
Me too!
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10-21-2010, 03:57 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
palposity - Thanks for the compliments
JohnC - yeah it should be interesting jonboy - me too brotha; you need to update everyone on the new addition; don't be stingy.. lol lol |
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10-21-2010, 04:19 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
My truck is old news. We want to see your truck!!
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10-21-2010, 09:49 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
anytime man!!! you get my email? feel free to call with any questions when you start
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10-22-2010, 12:13 AM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
subscribed! Awesome progress...
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11-08-2010, 08:58 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
Well everybody the LS bug bit the hell out me and I will now be joining the LS Swap club. Thanks to jonboy, jmuck, menace, & others here on this site. As you recall my previous details on the TBI engine. I would come out a lot cheaper and be a lot happier with the 5.3. So here are a few pics, not much but I will get more as progress comes. Special thanks to jonboy for getting this deal done. This is a 5.3 complete with pedal, accessories, tranny, wiring, etc. It is a drive by wire throttle body and it is from a 2004 Avalanche with 59,000 miles on the drive train. I know these are teasers but it's the best i could do for now. The manifold cover is on the way as well. Enjoy!!!!
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11-09-2010, 03:47 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
Sweet man!
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11-09-2010, 04:02 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
Twoodson,
If I can be of any assistance, please let me know, I am in South FTW, Mansfield area. I did the LSx in my 65 last year and found every possible way to screw it up but somehow managed to get it finished and working fantastic ( board sure helped alot!)...still wondering how that all happened.
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11-08-2010, 08:49 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
Dennis - thanks bro you have been a great help and trust me i will be calling you.
Gordon1973 - thanks for the compliments Boss. |
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11-09-2010, 06:24 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
JohnC - thanks for the compliments
Clyde65 - Okay cool man I appreciate that and I am sure I maybe calling you, I have doing tons of reading and hopefully it will go pretty smooth. We shall see |
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11-13-2010, 12:31 AM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
LS!!!
HELLS YEAH! nice work!
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11-19-2010, 11:01 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
Not much: Quick update guys I finally got the wiring harness removed so I decided to post a pic. I guess now I will spend some time tonight and tomorrow trying to find out who is the best to use to redo the harness and re-program the pcm. Just thought i would share. It is about to rockin' & rollin' now.
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11-19-2010, 11:04 PM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
i'dgo with lt1swap.com heard nothing but great things about them. good prices too
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11-20-2010, 12:09 AM
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Re: My '87 SWB Project w/pics!!
Yeah thanks Dennis that is the way I was leaning but someone mentioned lt1conversion.com and there seems to be some confusioin as to which one is the preferred and recommended. I guess it is the one Brendan works at or owns and that i need to find out
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