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Re: 72 Jimmy build
New shocks are here. Should be a big improvement over the Rancho 5000 that didn't move when I unbolted them...
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Re: 72 Jimmy build
I'd be interested in the part numbers and website, don't think that's against the rules. Do they make them for a 2" lift? Thanks
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Here are the part numbers. I did not order from eshocks I ordered from Autoplicity.com
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Re: 72 Jimmy build
Wish they made Bilsteins for a stock K5 4x4. Needing new shocks very soon. Wanted the best.
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Re: 72 Jimmy build
As soon as the infant wakes me up tonight I will research for you
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Re: 72 Jimmy build
Ordered Dorman exhaust manifolds for a corvette as suggested here on the site. Also want to order HEI, plugs and wires as a kit. Does anyone know if the proper kit exists or who sells it. 350 V8.
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Did you ever find out if they actually did make Bilsteins for a stock K5?
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I did not. I will check on that tonight. Sorry man. Slipped my mind. 2wd or 4wd
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4X4. Thanks.
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Re: 72 Jimmy build
Yep. 4wheel parts. 77.57 each. 18002575629 ext. 5136. Alan
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Even better. Ask sellers questions first so you don't blame me if something is wrong...
Ebay Item # 141230471962 pair rear $117 Item # 131146042039 pair front $ 130 Both free Shipping. |
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Re: 72 Jimmy build
You can get pre-made wires for either type distributor that run underneath the manifolds. Easy way is to order for a Corvette. '73 for points type distributor cap or '75 for an HEI style cap. I like the Taylor premade ones, but I put MSD street wires on my '69 short step.
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Got the 800 lb electric hoist from Harbor Freight at black Friday sale and installed it today. Works like a charm so far.
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Had to pay extra to hang it sideways like that
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Here's a view from the inside using 1/4" flat bar as backing plates for the eye bolts.
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Got the 37" Boggers on and a lot more to come.
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Looks mean with the Boggers. Nice man!
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Thanks mont. Now to figure out how to hear the radio over the humming
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Re: 72 Jimmy build
Bigger tires, bigger stereo? Lol. More importantly, I want to know how it rides with those beautiful new shocks?
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I rides much better than it did with the busted ranchos. But let's be honest, a 72 Jimmy on 37 Boggers isn't air suspension LTZ. Biggest change I saw was putting the new steering gear box. Handles well. Drive with one hand doing 60 mph
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Going topless for the summer!
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Re: 72 Jimmy build
Finished product. Been at Cruisin' The Coast all week. This is like classic car heaven. If you have never been, you need to make it a bucket list item.
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