I got a new ride!! ( big pics) - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

cochino12 · 02-07-2004, 05:34 PM

Its an '83 Jimmy, it needs a little more work but I think I like it. So far I have installed new seats, dash, doorpanels, tint, headliner, stereo, gauges (factory). I am dropping it off next week and it will be getting a 350hp 350 and new 2-1/2" exhaust, once I get my tax money back i am going to get a set of 33's and some new wheels. I actually bought this from another board member. What do you guys think? Guess i'm going to have to wait to bag my truck now

cochino12 · 02-07-2004, 05:34 PM

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gldevall · 02-07-2004, 05:35 PM

Nice.

cochino12 · 02-07-2004, 05:35 PM

**N2TRUX** · 02-07-2004, 05:58 PM

Hey, that's pretty cool. It looks like you needed a winter truck anyway. What wheels are you putting on it...?

*rage'nrat638* · 02-07-2004, 06:04 PM

looks sweet....all new stuff...man we know who's got all the money now...
NOW THATS A 4X4

Lynx · 02-07-2004, 07:41 PM

Nice truck! gotta love K5's

79BIG10 · 02-07-2004, 07:44 PM

Damn that's sweet. Makes me wish I still had my 74 K-5

odie82 · 02-07-2004, 09:55 PM

cool truck, I used to have an 85'

C-10volvo · 02-08-2004, 12:15 AM

thats a clean looking jimmy. how do thoes q-logic's sound?

Blue Beard · 02-08-2004, 01:26 AM

Don't look now but somethings lurking in the garage waiting to bite it in the A$$....

Maybe a bit envy on big yellows part.....?

*1FaastC10* · 02-08-2004, 05:51 AM

i was wondering what K5 you were talking about in your posts on CK5. doesnt look like a bad ride at all. BTW, i'm Beater_K20 over there.

CRRoy71 · 02-08-2004, 08:21 AM

Looks good!

useRc10 · 02-08-2004, 10:59 AM

where did you get the speakers?

cochino12 · 02-08-2004, 01:15 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by useRc10
where did you get the speakers?

I used to manage a stereo shop here locally so I can still buy all my audio video from a wholesaler in town. I think they are awesome I have them in like four different vehicles. Thanks for all the compliments guys

Adam

bigblock73 · 02-08-2004, 01:19 PM

That looks real nice!

Is it rust free?

Gregsmx · 02-08-2004, 11:23 PM

Adam, great ride you picked up. Its a great color combo. Both exterior pics you posted happened to be in the shade. I'm in the midst of selecting a color to accompany the blue base color. Can you post a pic or two of the truck in full sun so I can see the color combo. better?

Also, on the speaker kick panels, did you stiffen them up any? I've heard they accept component speakers really well, but tend to be a little flexible on a good driving speaker. I've heard tips to add stiffeners to them. Would appreciate any feedback on this since I havn't installed mine yet.

Some else also asked, what wheels will you be putting on it?

Thanks and enjoy the new rig.

Eyegore · 02-09-2004, 12:35 PM

Gota love them k-5's, I had four of them, 2-77, 1-78, & 1-80. Well the 78 was really a jimmy, but I never went wrong when I owned them. Love the silver blue paint.

Tom

cochino12 · 02-09-2004, 01:29 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Gregsmx
Adam, great ride you picked up. Its a great color combo. Both exterior pics you posted happened to be in the shade. I'm in the midst of selecting a color to accompany the blue base color. Can you post a pic or two of the truck in full sun so I can see the color combo. better?

Also, on the speaker kick panels, did you stiffen them up any? I've heard they accept component speakers really well, but tend to be a little flexible on a good driving speaker. I've heard tips to add stiffeners to them. Would appreciate any feedback on this since I havn't installed mine yet.

Some else also asked, what wheels will you be putting on it?

Thanks and enjoy the new rig.

Sure I can get you some pics in the sun gimme a couple days though, I work from 7-6 so its dark before and after work.

As fas as the kick panels go I have never done anything to stiffen them in my or any car I have ever used them in. I don't know what you consider to be a good driver but I am using jl audo rx compnents and they sound awesome. The only problem I have ever had is one friend constantly kicks it when he gets in the truck but has never done any damege.

I am not too sure about what wheels I am going to run yet but I want to stay away from the pro comp, mickey thompson wheel everyone seems to have. I like them but I want something a little different. I might go with something like this..
what do you think

Gregsmx · 02-10-2004, 12:13 AM

Adam, wheel selection is such an important part of the look of a truck. And for these old external lockout hub Dana 44's it's even harder to find a wheel that has a center opening large enough (3.5") and with a center cap that has a shoulder for the hub.

There is definately a reduced selection, especially in more modern styles. I'm looking for 20" dia. so there are even fewer choices.

American Racing has a few wheels that are decent that fit this application.

Also, I've spoken to Boyd Coddington technical reps. who indicate a Fury can be made to fit this application.

Finally, I did some research on the Weld EVO Velocity 6. They indicate it will fit on the truck, but they do not make a center hub with a shoulder. I think, however that one can be made out of billet easy enough.

That's pretty much the extent of the research I've done so far.

The wheel you posted looks great actually. I like it, however, in my personal taste, I'm looking for something a bit more linear. Not totally linear, but something a little more rigid.

N2TRUX on these boards has absolutely the best looking wheels for these trucks, in my opinion. But again, not available in 20" or 4WD hub opening.

I hope this was helpful and keep me posted on your search!
Greg.

02-07-2004, 05:34 PM	#1
cochino12 It followed me home? Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Yup Posts: 5,751	I got a new ride!! ( big pics) Its an '83 Jimmy, it needs a little more work but I think I like it. So far I have installed new seats, dash, doorpanels, tint, headliner, stereo, gauges (factory). I am dropping it off next week and it will be getting a 350hp 350 and new 2-1/2" exhaust, once I get my tax money back i am going to get a set of 33's and some new wheels. I actually bought this from another board member. What do you guys think? Guess i'm going to have to wait to bag my truck now Attached Images __________________ 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 Last edited by cochino12; 02-07-2004 at 05:36 PM.

02-07-2004, 05:34 PM	#2
cochino12 It followed me home? Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Yup Posts: 5,751	. Attached Images __________________ 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

02-07-2004, 05:35 PM	#3
gldevall Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Walker, LA Posts: 2,925	Nice. __________________ Gary -1986 SWB: lowered 4/6, SOLD!!! -Best 1/4 mile: 14.51 @ 91.01 MPH -2001 Pewter Tahoe, billet grill, Corsa Sport Cat-back, K&N FIPK SOLD!!! -2004 Z-71 Extended cab with a flowmaster, BDS 6.5", 3" BL, 35x12.5x18 Trail Grapplers on Pro-Comp 18x9 wheels

02-07-2004, 05:35 PM	#4
cochino12 It followed me home? Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Yup Posts: 5,751	Attached Images __________________ 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

02-07-2004, 05:58 PM	#5
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,023	Hey, that's pretty cool. It looks like you needed a winter truck anyway. What wheels are you putting on it...? __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

02-07-2004, 06:04 PM	#6
rage'nrat638 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: THE FALL GUY CHICAGO IL Posts: 5,883	looks sweet....all new stuff...man we know who's got all the money now... NOW THATS A 4X4

02-07-2004, 07:41 PM	#7
Lynx Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada Posts: 513	Nice truck! gotta love K5's __________________ Ben 1983 Silverado SWB 305 2002 Silverado Extended Cab 5.3 http://members.shaw.ca/bkennett

02-07-2004, 07:44 PM	#8
79BIG10 I'm back with 2nd truck! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 3,775	Damn that's sweet. Makes me wish I still had my 74 K-5 __________________ 1979 Chevrolet Bonanza Big10 "Tootsie Roll" 1985 Chevrolet Silverado (wife's) Member of the Southern Bowties Club "Don't underestimate how sexy a fat man who drinks to excess can be." Homer Simpson

02-07-2004, 09:55 PM	#9
odie82 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: minnesota Posts: 349	cool truck, I used to have an 85' __________________ 1982 chevy C-10, blue 2wd shortbox 17x9 cragar ss rims, 350V8-th400 2003 suzuki gsxr 1000-hit 175mph!!! yeah it's fast-no you can't ride it

02-08-2004, 12:15 AM	#10
C-10volvo Registered User Join Date: May 2003 Location: Lake Oswego, Oregon Posts: 1,028	thats a clean looking jimmy. how do thoes q-logic's sound? __________________ Ken Morgan For fun: 1964 Volvo 122 For slow: 1984 Chevrolet C-10 For everything else: 1997 BMW M3

02-08-2004, 01:26 AM	#11
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,834	Don't look now but somethings lurking in the garage waiting to bite it in the A$$.... Maybe a bit envy on big yellows part.....? __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

02-08-2004, 05:51 AM	#12
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,400	i was wondering what K5 you were talking about in your posts on CK5. doesnt look like a bad ride at all. BTW, i'm Beater_K20 over there.

02-08-2004, 08:21 AM	#13
CRRoy71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Mont Belvieu, TX Posts: 852	Looks good! __________________ Chris '92 ext. cab s/b 4.3L "Sparky" '04 crew cab 2500 4x4 6.0L

02-08-2004, 10:59 AM	#14
useRc10 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Mechanicsville, VA, 23111 Posts: 1,138	where did you get the speakers? __________________ -'02 Chevy Avalanche, 5.3L, 4x4... needing a small lift and bigger tires -'72 Chevy C-10(350, bored 60 over)dual flowmasters, 3 on the tree -'85 K5 Blazer,305 NO MORE...350 is in,2" lift,33" Mickey Thompson Baja Claw Radials -dads '70 burb (red, 5-7 drop, 350...) www.geocities.com/userc10/truckhome.html AIM: Auntjoedadda

02-08-2004, 01:19 PM	#16
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,826	That looks real nice! Is it rust free? __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale



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02-08-2004, 11:23 PM	#17
Gregsmx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 338	Adam, great ride you picked up. Its a great color combo. Both exterior pics you posted happened to be in the shade. I'm in the midst of selecting a color to accompany the blue base color. Can you post a pic or two of the truck in full sun so I can see the color combo. better? Also, on the speaker kick panels, did you stiffen them up any? I've heard they accept component speakers really well, but tend to be a little flexible on a good driving speaker. I've heard tips to add stiffeners to them. Would appreciate any feedback on this since I havn't installed mine yet. Some else also asked, what wheels will you be putting on it? Thanks and enjoy the new rig. __________________ '75 Blazer RAT 4X4 "BLAZIN" - Custom frame off Here's the website I'm uploading pics to: Greg's frame off project

02-09-2004, 12:35 PM	#18
Eyegore What Hump? Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: New River AZ Posts: 2,009	Gota love them k-5's, I had four of them, 2-77, 1-78, & 1-80. Well the 78 was really a jimmy, but I never went wrong when I owned them. Love the silver blue paint. Tom __________________ Lil red 86 c-10 99 Sub 78 Camper Special w/ 454

02-10-2004, 12:13 AM	#20
Gregsmx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 338	Adam, wheel selection is such an important part of the look of a truck. And for these old external lockout hub Dana 44's it's even harder to find a wheel that has a center opening large enough (3.5") and with a center cap that has a shoulder for the hub. There is definately a reduced selection, especially in more modern styles. I'm looking for 20" dia. so there are even fewer choices. American Racing has a few wheels that are decent that fit this application. Also, I've spoken to Boyd Coddington technical reps. who indicate a Fury can be made to fit this application. Finally, I did some research on the Weld EVO Velocity 6. They indicate it will fit on the truck, but they do not make a center hub with a shoulder. I think, however that one can be made out of billet easy enough. That's pretty much the extent of the research I've done so far. The wheel you posted looks great actually. I like it, however, in my personal taste, I'm looking for something a bit more linear. Not totally linear, but something a little more rigid. N2TRUX on these boards has absolutely the best looking wheels for these trucks, in my opinion. But again, not available in 20" or 4WD hub opening. I hope this was helpful and keep me posted on your search! Greg. __________________ '75 Blazer RAT 4X4 "BLAZIN" - Custom frame off Here's the website I'm uploading pics to: Greg's frame off project

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