How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds - Page 57 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

pokethesmot · 07-07-2009, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by R10Steve

I am new here I live in Spokane WA. This is my 87 will be lower in the next couple weeks.
First picture about 5 years ago

This is it now.

alot better lol

glock35ipsc · 07-08-2009, 09:17 PM

LOL! That pic was taken when I lived in Livermore.

glock35ipsc · 07-08-2009, 10:13 PM

You did good..... no, great at that price!!

What size are the front tires? I like where they sit in the wheel well opening. Actually, I like the stance all around.

SBTork · 07-08-2009, 10:26 PM

That is a rally good deal on that white truck. I like the painted grille. I usually don't but with the chrome grille inserts and bumper it fits really well.

3r!c84 · 07-08-2009, 11:55 PM

you got a reallly realy good deal i paid 4300 and it needed paint tires and it only has a 305th350 nice find

craigslist find?

sangermike · 07-09-2009, 12:24 AM

thanks guys, im not sure on the front tire size. ill find out tomorow. where can i buy a nice tailgate band. i got a used one from a truck guy in fremont ca but it dosent fit right. its plain without the chevy emblem. (which i realy like).

3r!c84 · 07-09-2009, 12:26 AM

LMC? idk where do u live?

joe231 · 07-12-2009, 11:33 AM

cool,
too bad 17 is as big as they go....

watahyahknow · 07-12-2009, 12:47 PM

i was looking for bigger ones too but hadnt found them bigger then 18 inch either
there steel wheels that are 20 inch they use them as sparetire for a pickuptruck you might be able to weld a 20 inch hoop from those wheels ontoo a centre like the one shown

the man who told me was planning on welding a truckwheelcentre in them for use on a dually pickup

**nlped** · 07-13-2009, 12:54 PM

Here is a pic of my '87 and how it sits right now. I have future plans for a 3.5/5 drop and 18" Boss 338's. I am also upgrading the front brakes to the HD brakes and putting a '96 30 spline rearend w/ an Eaton Locker and 3.42's to aid in towing the boat.

JohnC · 07-13-2009, 01:01 PM

Sweet looking truck, and welcome to the boards. Do some looking in the 73-87 area about your proposed wheels. Some guys have had problems with them fitting right.

**nlped** · 07-13-2009, 01:16 PM

On the hub in the front I presume? I have actually already encountered that, but I think I can modify and overcome

puppy · 07-13-2009, 01:33 PM

Here is my 1987 V-10.

JohnC · 07-13-2009, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by nlped

On the hub in the front I presume? I have actually already encountered that, but I think I can modify and overcome

Yeah in the front. You can modify them, just wanted to give you a heads up in case you didn't already know.

babyJay · 07-13-2009, 02:14 PM

Puppy, that is a nice cleen V! Is that a stock fender emblem? It looks like it says "special edition"?

puppy · 07-14-2009, 02:37 PM

It is an original Chatanooga Choo-Choo Customs truck.

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Originally Posted by babyJay

Puppy, that is a nice cleen V! Is that a stock fender emblem? It looks like it says "special edition"?

3r!c84 · 07-13-2009, 02:55 PM

v10????????? tell me more

babyJay · 07-13-2009, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by 3r!c84

v10????????? tell me more

The model, not the engine! In 87 K10's became V10's, and C10's became R10's. Gm was engineering up to the 88 model year and all the changes that came with it. The last C10's and K10's produced are 86's. The same is true with the 20's (3/4 ton) and 30's (1 ton). See the last line in my siggy.

menace121978 · 07-16-2009, 10:58 AM

welcome and thats actually a very nice find.

joe231 · 07-16-2009, 11:50 AM

right on...where is the link

j/k I'm sure I can find it.

menace121978 · 07-16-2009, 04:23 PM

you can still get them. theres 2 places that are still making them. let me think....... http://www.americanracing.com/browse_vintage.asp VINTAGE ANSEN SPRINT POLISHED

seldomseen65 · 07-16-2009, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by menace121978

you can still get them. theres 2 places that are still making them. let me think....... http://www.americanracing.com/browse_vintage.asp VINTAGE ANSEN SPRINT POLISHED

thanks menace; I'm going to check that out for damn sure see what i find OK,, thanks again,,
larry

menace;;i just checked with the zip code ,,out here in the middle of no where there's a big-O store,, thanks I'm going to check this out ,, great web site we have here . thanks again.

Larry

thanks to you again John C,

seldomseen65 · 07-16-2009, 04:27 PM

but where can i get these slotted wheels,,I've seen some in catalogs for like $2500.00 a set, or more ,,when i asked about them they told me that they no longer handled them,,sucks,,, maybe Stockton wheels in, California would have them ??
they're down by Sacramento on hwy 99, in Stockton, ca.
good luck guys,, get back with me if you find some ,,

JohnC · 07-16-2009, 04:30 PM

Menace has a link to ones that look similar to the ones that are pictured above. Are those the ones you are talking about?

seldomseen65 · 07-16-2009, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnC

Menace has a link to ones that look similar to the ones that are pictured above. Are those the ones you are talking about?

cool menace I'll do that

yeah John C; just what I've been looking for, I'll get them 15x8 ,,4.5 back space,,6x5.5 bolt pattern,

good idea center caps,,and i found some wheels here in pahrump, Nevada, at the local Big- O tire place,, $157.00 each,, back ordered for 6 months right now,,so i can wait,
thanks again for you info. and thanks Menace for your info also
Larry

07-08-2009, 09:17 PM	#2
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds LOL! That pic was taken when I lived in Livermore. __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

07-08-2009, 10:13 PM	#3
glock35ipsc Next project: 1970 K10 Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Fort Collins, Colo 80524 Posts: 6,685	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds You did good..... no, great at that price!! What size are the front tires? I like where they sit in the wheel well opening. Actually, I like the stance all around. __________________ *Bob* 1970 Chevy K10 LWB "Goldie" 350/TH350 *next project!!* 1981 Chevy C10 LWB 355/TH350 - My son's truck LS SWAP FORUM! Tons of LS swap info here! PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT THE GREATEST BOARD ON THE NET! CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ INDEX by KRUE

07-08-2009, 10:26 PM	#4
SBTork Garage wrench Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaCrosse, WI Posts: 1,855	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds That is a rally good deal on that white truck. I like the painted grille. I usually don't but with the chrome grille inserts and bumper it fits really well. __________________ -Adam 90 V1500 GMC Suburban 350/700R4/NP241..... 01 Saturn SL1 stock DD.....

07-08-2009, 11:55 PM	#5
3r!c84 Badass Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: lox. fl Posts: 4,586	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds you got a reallly realy good deal i paid 4300 and it needed paint tires and it only has a 305th350 nice find craigslist find? __________________ Think outside the box? -84c10 (1stcar)→My Build← -00 Saturn 5spd drop a gear and disappear! 1/4:13:90

07-09-2009, 12:24 AM	#6
sangermike Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: yuba city Posts: 53	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds thanks guys, im not sure on the front tire size. ill find out tomorow. where can i buy a nice tailgate band. i got a used one from a truck guy in fremont ca but it dosent fit right. its plain without the chevy emblem. (which i realy like).

07-09-2009, 12:26 AM	#7
3r!c84 Badass Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: lox. fl Posts: 4,586	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds LMC? idk where do u live? __________________ Think outside the box? -84c10 (1stcar)→My Build← -00 Saturn 5spd drop a gear and disappear! 1/4:13:90

07-12-2009, 11:33 AM	#8
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds cool, too bad 17 is as big as they go.... __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

07-12-2009, 12:47 PM	#9
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds i was looking for bigger ones too but hadnt found them bigger then 18 inch either there steel wheels that are 20 inch they use them as sparetire for a pickuptruck you might be able to weld a 20 inch hoop from those wheels ontoo a centre like the one shown the man who told me was planning on welding a truckwheelcentre in them for use on a dually pickup __________________ i got a job again and having fun at it too idea's for the trucks and the order of things to do are taking shape and get closer to being realized , a few more months and i be able to start building for real i complete 2 of the trucks intoo running fashion one custom and one basicly stock the thirth will be sacrificed for parts

07-13-2009, 12:54 PM	#10
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Here is a pic of my '87 and how it sits right now. I have future plans for a 3.5/5 drop and 18" Boss 338's. I am also upgrading the front brakes to the HD brakes and putting a '96 30 spline rearend w/ an Eaton Locker and 3.42's to aid in towing the boat. Attached Images

07-13-2009, 01:01 PM	#11
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Sweet looking truck, and welcome to the boards. Do some looking in the 73-87 area about your proposed wheels. Some guys have had problems with them fitting right.

07-13-2009, 01:16 PM	#12
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds On the hub in the front I presume? I have actually already encountered that, but I think I can modify and overcome

07-13-2009, 01:33 PM	#13
puppy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rives, TN Posts: 362	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Here is my 1987 V-10. __________________ '11 Z71 '88 V-30 Crew Cab '87 V-10 '69 Camaro SS '52 M38 '46 Rat Rod Word of the wise should be sufficient!

07-13-2009, 02:14 PM	#15
babyJay Arrived on a Pale Horse Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SnagTown Indiana Posts: 2,524	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Puppy, that is a nice cleen V! Is that a stock fender emblem? It looks like it says "special edition"? __________________ Jason 87 V30 350TBI/400 White w/Boss V-plow 89 R3500 CC SRW

07-13-2009, 02:55 PM	#17
3r!c84 Badass Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: lox. fl Posts: 4,586	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds v10????????? tell me more __________________ Think outside the box? -84c10 (1stcar)→My Build← -00 Saturn 5spd drop a gear and disappear! 1/4:13:90

07-16-2009, 10:58 AM	#19
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds welcome and thats actually a very nice find. __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list



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07-16-2009, 11:50 AM	#20
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds right on...where is the link j/k I'm sure I can find it. __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

07-16-2009, 04:23 PM	#21
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds you can still get them. theres 2 places that are still making them. let me think....... http://www.americanracing.com/browse_vintage.asp VINTAGE ANSEN SPRINT POLISHED __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

07-16-2009, 04:27 PM	#23
seldomseen65 spirit rider66 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: pahrump, nevada, in the bowels of the Mojave desert Posts: 291	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds but where can i get these slotted wheels,,I've seen some in catalogs for like $2500.00 a set, or more ,,when i asked about them they told me that they no longer handled them,,sucks,,, maybe Stockton wheels in, California would have them ?? they're down by Sacramento on hwy 99, in Stockton, ca. good luck guys,, get back with me if you find some ,, __________________ :Chevy: If you don't run your own life,, some one else will. to our vets,, welcome home,, and thank you for your service.:Chevy:

07-16-2009, 04:30 PM	#24
JohnC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 7,461	Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Menace has a link to ones that look similar to the ones that are pictured above. Are those the ones you are talking about?

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