![]() |
Register or Log In To remove these advertisements. |
|
|
![]() |
|
Thread Tools | Display Modes |
|
![]() |
#1 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2014
Location: Mocksville, NC
Posts: 1,747
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
Very cool project. I love seeing stuff like this.
__________________
Builds: Green Gus the 68 C10 ; Sullii the 72 1500 - Instagram: @dr.hewitt - C10 Concept/Development Photos: Master Thread |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#2 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2016
Location: Arkansas
Posts: 200
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#3 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Readlyn Iowa
Posts: 29
|
1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
I started this project when I was 16 in my Dad's shop. 11 years later, now that I live 2 hours away it has been a real pain trying to get any progress on this project. I recently purchased a property with a nice sized shop, So I loaded it up & took it home with me! Now I can really start making progress. Thanks for following along.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#4 |
6>8 Plugless........
![]() Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Prairie City, Ia
Posts: 17,140
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
__________________
Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project Tired of spark plugs? Check this out. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#5 |
Formerly- 1972SuperCheyenne
![]() Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Wake Forest NC
Posts: 5,782
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
Super cool! nice work
__________________
--Josh My Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799218 A good crossthread is better than Loctite any day. Life is not about what you have, but who you have to share it with. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#6 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2012
Location: horseheads,ny rust belt
Posts: 2,794
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
funny my buddys truck with early ext slave 4500 works just fine with stock hydro master .
__________________
77-k30lb BIG truck build . 87-k30lb budget beater build . 85-k30lb the plow machine build . 85-c10sb summer fun toy . ----------------------------- HOLLEY SNIPER efi = worst case of p.i.t.a i ever had . EDELBROCK pro flo 4 = best deal going so far . love my setup works great. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#7 |
Senior Member
![]() Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Danvers Minnesota
Posts: 967
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
Cool build I'm in!!
__________________
1972 K10 SWB wife's driver 1967 Pontiac GTO Big Bird - 1972 Longhorn K30 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=753294 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#8 |
6>8 Plugless........
![]() Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Prairie City, Ia
Posts: 17,140
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
We used a stock chevy master on my brother's V30 when we put a NV4500 in it. The master gave out after 3 months. We then went to a dodge master because we had a heavier than stock pressure plate load in it.
__________________
Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project Tired of spark plugs? Check this out. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#9 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Eastern Shore VA
Posts: 366
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
Awesome project!! Looking forward to seeing more updates
__________________
-j-rod '06 3500 LWB CC 4wd, 8.1 Allison |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#10 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Readlyn Iowa
Posts: 29
|
1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
Big thanks to Ryan for recommending Inline Tube for my brake line kit on this project. I ordered an entire stainless pre-bent line set, with the stainless steel extended hoses, & the entire clip mounting set. They shipped the same day I ordered them! The brake line installation went very smooth & easy. I had to remount the proportioning valve to my fabricated front cross member, that took some time & adjusting. But we now have brakes! On to the next step... Thanks for looking & all of your kind comments!
Last edited by Randallsauto93; 03-05-2018 at 02:26 PM. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#11 |
Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2016
Location: Mount Carmel Illinois
Posts: 1,321
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
Im in.
__________________
1994 k1500, Oldredz71(ext shorty 4x4 6 in lift) 1998 S10ZR2 2005 Silverado 2500hd(tow pig) Made in the USA, just like my trucks ![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#12 |
6>8 Plugless........
![]() Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Prairie City, Ia
Posts: 17,140
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
That's awesome! Those look very nice!
__________________
Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project Tired of spark plugs? Check this out. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#13 |
Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Posts: 1,237
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
Love it!!! Looks great!!! Mike
__________________
Instagram @HomeBuiltC10s Dads 79 GMC Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=642929 1978 Silverado Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=756016 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#14 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Readlyn Iowa
Posts: 29
|
1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
Slow progress. After mounting the front fenders & hood, I discovered the water pump I had originally picked out for the motor will not work. The thermostat housing would not allow the hood to shut down. I was able to purchase a smaller reman John Deere water pump that bolted right up to this block. I also purchased a used thermostat housing off of a 4 cylinder Deere motor that was shorter, allowing hood to shut with no issues. I need to hang an alternator & power steering pump next. Thanks for looking!
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#15 |
6>8 Plugless........
![]() Join Date: Sep 2007
Location: Prairie City, Ia
Posts: 17,140
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
It's all that stuff that can really put a snag in your progress. Nice solutions. It is looking nice!
__________________
Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project Tired of spark plugs? Check this out. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#16 |
State of Confusion!
![]() ![]() Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Gulfport, MS USA
Posts: 46,844
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
Very neat and interesting project. Looking forward to seeing more on it.
__________________
Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God! |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#17 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: North-central Virginia
Posts: 1,099
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
This is the engine for a 2950 or 2955, right? It looks very similar to our 2750, just with the two extra cylinders.
Were you able to merely flip the exhaust manifold over, or did you do a bit of re-drilling? How much does this thing weigh compared to a cummins? What pump do you have on it? It looks like a stanadyne. I thought those would have come with a roto-diesel. That engine was something like 95 hp in a tractor. Can you get 200-ish hp out of the thing? |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#18 |
Registered User
Join Date: May 2019
Location: Iowa
Posts: 2
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
Cool project!! Did this ever get finished? Any updates?
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#19 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Smethport, PA
Posts: 1,213
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
I would love to see an update.
__________________
85 K30 crew cab dually - Project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=694939 87 Wrangler Rock Crawler - Reason for the project http://www.wranglerforum.com/f330/da...ld-122601.html 04 1500 crew cab http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=786514 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#20 |
Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2014
Location: North-central Virginia
Posts: 1,099
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
Me too! I want updates!
__________________
1987 C6P V20 truck, 2010 LMG 5.3, AFM delete, 2010 Camaro exhaust manifolds, 1997 nv4500, 1991 np241c, hydroboost, 2005 14bff axle & driveshaft, drop-n-lock gooseneck, 4.10 gears, stock suspension, rims, and tires. Still a work in progress. Any questions or suggestions are welcome! |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#21 |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: PNW
Posts: 3,586
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
Great! Glad you have a shop and get to continue.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#22 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Readlyn Iowa
Posts: 29
|
1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
I decided to mount the power steering pump on the driver's side of the engine, with hopes of utilizing all the OEM hoses for the hydroboost & steering gear. In the end, I only had to have one hose custom made 4.5 inches longer for it all to work. The automotive V-belt pulley was for a 3/8 belt, & I could not locate a pulley that would work with this pump that was 1/2 wide to match the Deere harmonic balancer. So I had a machine shop turn out a hub for me that I welded to a 1/2 V-belt pulley
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#23 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: Readlyn Iowa
Posts: 29
|
1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
Next up - 4 inch air intake for the clean air entering the turbo charger. It was a tight fit, but I was able to sneak the intake under the steering shaft & bring it over to the driver's side fender. Eventually when I add the 2nd battery box, this may be in the way & I will have to change it up a bit, but it will work for now. Thanks for following along!
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#24 |
Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Smethport, PA
Posts: 1,213
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
Glad to see you are still at it.
__________________
85 K30 crew cab dually - Project http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=694939 87 Wrangler Rock Crawler - Reason for the project http://www.wranglerforum.com/f330/da...ld-122601.html 04 1500 crew cab http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=786514 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#25 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: Glen Rock, NJ
Posts: 258
|
Re: 1983 Chevy John Deere Re-power
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
Bookmarks |
|
|