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05-25-2011, 07:42 AM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
Man, sorry to hear about that Dennis. On a positive note, the truck is coming together nicely. At least with the painter there it will get done faster.
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05-25-2011, 08:14 AM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
WOW Dennis, didnt see that coming. Hope everything works out for you my friend. At least you guys wont be in a crazy custody battle or something like that. Silver is looking great my friend. Keep up the amazing work.
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05-25-2011, 08:20 AM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
Well at least you'll have the truck done. After 2wives I've learned to put my money where i know I'll get a good return.
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05-25-2011, 09:27 AM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
Great Excellent progress Dennis and I am sorry to hear about the divorce, I got you in my prayers and hopefully things go quick & smooth. Keep it up boss and also what air intake system/kit did you use? You can send it in a PM with part # or whatever so you won't clutter up the thread. Thanks !!
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05-25-2011, 10:02 AM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
thanks for the support guys...
hey Trev. my pm box is almost full again... 77series 77-3023 chevy,caddy,gmc
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05-25-2011, 10:12 AM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
That stinks about the divorce, nothing easy about that one...hang in there! On a positive note your pickup is coming along great!
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05-25-2011, 10:16 AM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
yeah it sucks big time considering the circumstances.
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05-25-2011, 11:14 AM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
Oh man.. I'm sorry to hear that dude. I got my divorce two years ago. It set my build back bad! Keep your head up, it will get better. Funny thing, my roomate is a painter as well!
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05-25-2011, 02:02 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
Im sorry to hear as well Dennis, I hope that everything works out well for you, we are all standing behind you buddy!
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05-25-2011, 04:07 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
Dennis after being divorced myself for 3 years this month I'm sorry to hear that brother. Keep your head up man!
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05-25-2011, 04:26 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
I got divorced about 2 years ago...Keep your head up. At least you got more time for your truck now. Rock on!
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05-25-2011, 04:49 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
Man i was going to come in here and rib you about the truck not being done yet, but it just doesnt seem that funny any more.
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05-25-2011, 04:52 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
Dennis,
If the divorce is a bad thing...I'm truly sorry Man, that sucks! If it's going to make life better for both of you, or at least you  , then it is for the better... Either way! My condolences!Truck is really looking phenomenal!!!!
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05-25-2011, 09:36 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
Who says men dont open up we just do it with are truck buddies. Ive always said i love my truck its always there its doesnt want another driver and doesnt b*tch when i ride it too hard.Just more time to spend with your baby Dennis and think of the chicks when its done lol. Good luck bro.
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05-25-2011, 11:49 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
sorry to hear about the divorce but the truck is looking good though
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05-26-2011, 12:01 AM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
dang dennis sorry to hear about that. So does that now meen i have a place to crash at when i go up there soon ahahahah jk man.
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05-27-2011, 02:56 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
Hey man sorry to hear about the split! Hopefully Silver will provide you with what you need to get through it! Something to keep your mind occupied, and focused. If ya need anything just shout!
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05-31-2011, 01:31 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
Question.... What year is your 12 bolt from. And did you use the blackbird kit with the wilwood D52 calipers and the stock rotors from the front wheels? Or was it some other combo?
I see where Captainfab has made a bracket for the D52s but it says, "These brackets will bolt onto the truck 12 bolt rear differentials from '64-'82 and the 10 bolt truck differentials from '83-'87." So what brakets out there work with the 12 bolt 5 lug for an 83-87 with the D52 calipers or Wilwood D52 calipers? It doesnt really matter to me what kinda rotors they are.
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05-31-2011, 07:52 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
I might be wrong...and probably am, but I would suspect that the 12 bolt that you have from an '83-'87 actually is a transplant from an earlier model. I've never seen an '83 up 2wd that came with a 12 bolt, but I admit right now that I may be wrong. Somebody chime in here...
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05-31-2011, 08:11 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
Last year for the 12 bolt from the factory was 1981.
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05-31-2011, 08:24 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
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One of my C10's it has a 12 bolt but the frame and body dont have the same vin's and it is just for parts and Im not sure what year all the pieces are from on that one. Im not too knowledgeable on the 12 bolt, but did they ever use them again in any vehicle?
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05-31-2011, 09:00 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
12 bolts in trucks were specific to pickups. They are not like a 12 bolt passenger axle. They were never used in anything after 1981. The 10 bolt that replaced it althought smaller in ring gear size has a much larger/stronger pinion.
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06-01-2011, 08:52 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
Keep your head up Brotha!!
Truck is lookin great!!!Hope the new living arrangement gets it painted quick!!! |
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06-01-2011, 09:52 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
thanks for all the support and words guys
here's a few updates
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06-01-2011, 09:55 PM
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Re: Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)
more pics all registered and legal.... slots on while she's getting paint for all you slot lovers jonboy
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