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HookedOnReefing · 07-14-2009, 11:29 PM

Looks very nice with the matching colors on the horse trailer! That is what my 83 does for a living, pulling a horse trailer to shows every weekend

diamondave · 07-15-2009, 11:57 AM

Yes it was just luck we found the trailer that matched....
Used it today to bring 1 of our yearlings to the vet... good times

She has lil rust.... I believe he had it a garage for most of its life... but the rust is there...
Minnesota isnt an ideal place to have a nice daily driver...

Jvsapp · 07-15-2009, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Project82

Jvsapp - the front has 2 1/2 Ground force drop spindles from Summit Racing and new stock height springs with one cut coil. the rear i just removed the factory bumpstops and used the red round ones in my djm 5" kit also from Summit. the rear rides like a cadillac...but the tops of the front tires rub the top of my inner fender if i hit a decent bump cruisin down the road. i have 255/50-15's on it all around...needs like a 255/35-15 up front to drop the front down just a hair.

up next is new thicker front and rear sway bars...motor and transmission and rear-end after...

the first picture is the rear pass. side...havent bottomed out yet driving on the houston roads...the second is is pic that its true, you can have a 2 1/2" drop spindle with a 15" wheel without any control arm clearance issues, which i was quite worried about when i bought them...

that's awesome. thanks for the info. i was thinking i could get away with only using the small red stops and ditching the factory stepped ones. but seeing your pics makes it a done deal.

as for the front, i run 255/60/15 so i'm sure i'll have clearence trouble if i go that far down. i'll probably look at just the spindles because i have a set of 22's that i'd like to put back on my truck. i think they are 4" taller than the 255/60's i have so i can't go too far down in the front. but i'm hoping it'll bring it down a little.

thanks for posting the pics.

evowerks · 07-22-2009, 02:17 PM

Picture taken in 1976 of My 1973 GMC, currently under restoration.

3r!c84 · 07-22-2009, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Project82

Jvsapp - the front has 2 1/2 Ground force drop spindles from Summit Racing and new stock height springs with one cut coil. the rear i just removed the factory bumpstops and used the red round ones in my djm 5" kit also from Summit. the rear rides like a cadillac...but the tops of the front tires rub the top of my inner fender if i hit a decent bump cruisin down the road. i have 255/50-15's on it all around...needs like a 255/35-15 up front to drop the front down just a hair.

up next is new thicker front and rear sway bars...motor and transmission and rear-end after...

the first picture is the rear pass. side...havent bottomed out yet driving on the houston roads...the second is is pic that its true, you can have a 2 1/2" drop spindle with a 15" wheel without any control arm clearance issues, which i was quite worried about when i bought them...

nice look i am going to do the same to mine
where did u buy all the parts for it

thirdstreettito · 07-22-2009, 02:49 PM

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Originally Posted by puppy

Here is my 1984 CUCV. Swapped out the 6.2 for a 454 and built some bumpers.

Why in the world would you swap out a 6.2 for a 454?!?!?

Jvsapp · 07-22-2009, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by thirdstreettito

Why in the world would you swap out a 6.2 for a 454?!?!?

maybe where he's at gas is cheaper than diesel. i know here super is WAY cheaper than diesel. like almost $2 a gallon.

Project82 · 07-23-2009, 01:42 PM

3r!c84: i bought everything from SummitRacing.com and had it delivered to my door within 3 days. i even bought my rims from Summit. 250 bucks shipped to my door. the flip kit was $85 and the spindles were around $270 for 2 1/2 Summit brand (actually i found out that the Summit brand spindles were Ground Force spindles in disguise...) the only problem i had with those spindles was the brake hose going to the caliper, had to bend it slightly down to clear the upper ball joint nut.

I suggest everyone shop from Summit Racing...quick shipping, everything is available, and its at the best price.

**geunther** · 07-29-2009, 11:45 AM

1979, 20k miles.

Under pressure from my brothers I took it 4 wheeling this last weekend for the first time ever. It actually did pretty well in the sand, though I wouldn't follow the jeeps down the tight trails.

And of course, being the way I am, I went a little overboard cleaning out all the sand.

Mods include 5" lift and 35" all terrains. Yup, thats about it.

68 TT · 07-31-2009, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by 78 Chevyrado

Attention whore hasn't been on in a bit, so heres it is hauling leaves.

Kenny, great looking truck, where did you get that grille emblem insert?

bhunt31 · 08-01-2009, 02:58 AM

supamatic · 08-02-2009, 04:06 PM

Is this cool 1976 ROYAL SIERRA 15

johnboyd · 08-07-2009, 10:40 AM

The day I got her from my uncle for working 5 days on his farm. Had a rebuilt 350 bored .060 and a rebuilt th350 with a 12 bolt rear

right after I got married with my wife pumpin the gas haha

Most recent picture I could find

The Pool Guy · 08-08-2009, 03:55 PM

got to love them

The Pool Guy · 08-08-2009, 03:57 PM

great work truck

rennat_2006 · 08-08-2009, 05:32 PM

Heres mine...

abrahamseven · 08-08-2009, 10:28 PM

Here is Mine a 1984 GMC Serria Classic 105 K . Just got done installing a new seat cover , Dash, Grill, and a complete Differential overhaul, Pinion bearing.
Oh, and a new white paint job, Nice GMC Truck.

steve

**truckfan** · 08-09-2009, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by abrahamseven

here is mine a 1984 gmc serria classic 105 k . Just got done installing a new seat cover , dash, grill, and a complete differential overhaul, pinion bearing.
Oh, and a new white paint job, nice gmc truck.

Steve

nice rig.

kamel · 08-10-2009, 03:22 AM

My 85 C20 work truck. Former LA city water truck, 350 motor, 465 trans, 14 bolt rear, 120k miles.

*78 Chevyrado* · 08-10-2009, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by 68 TT

Kenny, great looking truck, where did you get that grille emblem insert?

Thanks, I bought an NOS grille.

1985-GMC · 08-10-2009, 01:02 PM

Here's mine
1985 GMC C2500 being converted to 4x4
1983 Chevy C30
1983 Chevy K30 gunna be extra long bed when done

texastruckjunky · 08-11-2009, 12:55 AM

Those are some nice trucks. What are your plans for the yellow one?

bitchin85 · 08-11-2009, 10:20 AM

heres mine. just bought it. its got a 355 in it i stole it for $1,000 runs and drives great!!!!

68 TT · 08-11-2009, 03:31 PM

My newest toy. 78 K20, 350, SM465, NP205, 14-bolt, Dana 44, 5.13 gears and only 72,000 miles. Runs & drives great.

Traded a friend some old parts I had sitting around for it. I have all of $400 in cash into it right now including licensing and the gas to go get it 430 miles away.

Sniper X · 08-13-2009, 02:00 PM

My 1978 long bed C20 I just got three days ago, shot these the day I got it before I cleaned it all up. Looks much better now other than the 2000lbs of trash in the bed!

But it hauls the weight around well because of this:

07-14-2009, 11:29 PM	#276
HookedOnReefing Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: West York, IL Posts: 9	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? Looks very nice with the matching colors on the horse trailer! That is what my 83 does for a living, pulling a horse trailer to shows every weekend __________________ 83 Chevy C20 Silverado 454 ci 85 GMC Sierra 2500 350 ci 01 Ford F250 SD Crew 6.8L V10 Shouldn't have a Ford in the mix, but hey, I like them too Last edited by HookedOnReefing; 07-14-2009 at 11:30 PM.

07-15-2009, 11:57 AM	#277
diamondave Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Luverne,Mn Posts: 92	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? Yes it was just luck we found the trailer that matched.... Used it today to bring 1 of our yearlings to the vet... good times She has lil rust.... I believe he had it a garage for most of its life... but the rust is there... Minnesota isnt an ideal place to have a nice daily driver... __________________ Static Dropped 1988 Chevrolet ECLB "Hovering less then 3 inches from the ground... full-time" Last edited by diamondave; 07-15-2009 at 11:58 AM.

07-22-2009, 02:17 PM	#279
evowerks Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Northport LI,NY Posts: 161	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? Picture taken in 1976 of My 1973 GMC, currently under restoration. Attached Images __________________ "TRUCKS ARE WHAT WE'RE ALL ABOUT" 69 C-30 flatbed/dump on a '88 P30 chassis 70 C-30 Cab & Chassis http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=291544 67 GMC Camper Cruiser cab 73 Gmc K25 Sierra Grande BUILD THREAD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=291276 Last edited by evowerks; 07-22-2009 at 02:24 PM.

07-23-2009, 01:42 PM	#283
Project82 Bretzke Racing Inc. Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 114	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? 3r!c84: i bought everything from SummitRacing.com and had it delivered to my door within 3 days. i even bought my rims from Summit. 250 bucks shipped to my door. the flip kit was $85 and the spindles were around $270 for 2 1/2 Summit brand (actually i found out that the Summit brand spindles were Ground Force spindles in disguise...) the only problem i had with those spindles was the brake hose going to the caliper, had to bend it slightly down to clear the upper ball joint nut. I suggest everyone shop from Summit Racing...quick shipping, everything is available, and its at the best price. Attached Images __________________ 1982 Chevy Silverado C-10 RCLWB - IN PAINT - Inferno Orange Metallic Lowered 4.5/6 - 358 SBC 10.5:1, Comp XE268H cam, Aluminum heads, 650 Double pumper Holley carb, 2400 Holeshot Converter, upgraded T/h350 Trans. Stock Rear end for now (3.08 gear) 2004 Chevy Silverado 1500 LS RCSWB - Dark Spiral Gray Metallic Lowered 2/4 - 4.8L V8 4L60E 10-bolt. some goodies --- NEW DD 11/9/12 "Expect the Un-expected" "Gas, Grass, Or Ass...No one rides for FREE!"

07-29-2009, 11:45 AM	#284
geunther Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Cheyenne, WY Posts: 740	Red long bed 1979, 20k miles. Under pressure from my brothers I took it 4 wheeling this last weekend for the first time ever. It actually did pretty well in the sand, though I wouldn't follow the jeeps down the tight trails. And of course, being the way I am, I went a little overboard cleaning out all the sand. Mods include 5" lift and 35" all terrains. Yup, thats about it. Attached Images __________________ The lid is stuck on my jar of anti seize

08-01-2009, 02:58 AM	#286
bhunt31 krazy hillbilly from Kentucky Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Paris, IL Posts: 121	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? __________________ 1969 Chevy CST/10 "Old School lives and breathes in the heart of a chosen few " 1984 Chevy C10 Silverado "Life, Liberty, and Ford's Pursuit of Chevy taillights" You say "Obsessed with my trucks" like it's a bad thing

08-02-2009, 04:06 PM	#287
supamatic Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: phoenix AZ,NOW ON THE DIRTY EAST SIDE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE BAD WEST AND THR RICHICHY SCOTTSDALE Posts: 39	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? Is this cool 1976 ROYAL SIERRA 15 __________________ you know who i be Last edited by supamatic; 10-18-2009 at 02:22 AM.

08-07-2009, 10:40 AM	#288
johnboyd Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Martin, Tennessee Posts: 2	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? The day I got her from my uncle for working 5 days on his farm. Had a rebuilt 350 bored .060 and a rebuilt th350 with a 12 bolt rear right after I got married with my wife pumpin the gas haha Most recent picture I could find

08-08-2009, 03:55 PM	#289
The Pool Guy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Palm Springs, CA Posts: 36	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? got to love them Attached Images

08-08-2009, 03:57 PM	#290
The Pool Guy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Palm Springs, CA Posts: 36	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? great work truck Attached Images

08-08-2009, 05:32 PM	#291
rennat_2006 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Pasco, wa Posts: 111	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? Heres mine... __________________ 1972 C10 cheyenne super -350/th350 Wifes truck 1971 Nova- 6.0l with some goodies and a t56, 98-02 camaro brakes all around, tubular control arms, etc 2000 zr2 blazer- rock crawler offroad toy, one ton axles and lockers front and rear. 2006 2500hd- 500hp duramax/built allison trans,traction bars, and some other goodies.

08-08-2009, 10:28 PM	#292
abrahamseven Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Fruitland, Idaho Posts: 68	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? Here is Mine a 1984 GMC Serria Classic 105 K . Just got done installing a new seat cover , Dash, Grill, and a complete Differential overhaul, Pinion bearing. Oh, and a new white paint job, Nice GMC Truck. steve Attached Images

08-10-2009, 03:22 AM	#294
kamel Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: SoCal Posts: 20	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? My 85 C20 work truck. Former LA city water truck, 350 motor, 465 trans, 14 bolt rear, 120k miles.

08-10-2009, 01:02 PM	#296
1985-GMC Chevy Enthusiast Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Canyon Lake Texas Posts: 2,024	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? Here's mine 1985 GMC C2500 being converted to 4x4 1983 Chevy C30 1983 Chevy K30 gunna be extra long bed when done Attached Images

08-11-2009, 12:55 AM	#297
texastruckjunky Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: San Antonio,Texas Posts: 220	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? Those are some nice trucks. What are your plans for the yellow one?



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08-11-2009, 10:20 AM	#298
bitchin85 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Lambertville MI Posts: 962	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? heres mine. just bought it. its got a 355 in it i stole it for $1,000 runs and drives great!!!!

08-11-2009, 03:31 PM	#299
68 TT Still plays with trucks Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,556	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? My newest toy. 78 K20, 350, SM465, NP205, 14-bolt, Dana 44, 5.13 gears and only 72,000 miles. Runs & drives great. Traded a friend some old parts I had sitting around for it. I have all of $400 in cash into it right now including licensing and the gas to go get it 430 miles away. Attached Images

08-13-2009, 02:00 PM	#300
Sniper X Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Albuquerque New mexico Posts: 169	Re: How about some pics of 73-87 Long Beds? My 1978 long bed C20 I just got three days ago, shot these the day I got it before I cleaned it all up. Looks much better now other than the 2000lbs of trash in the bed! But it hauls the weight around well because of this:

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