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Low Elco · 04-27-2013, 01:30 AM

Har!

In other news: yes, more rake.
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**67cheby** · 04-27-2013, 10:13 AM

Truck looks great but when did you say you were going to lower it ?????

**LEEVON** · 04-27-2013, 02:05 PM

Yeah, yeah how about I just call her "Cloud .9".

Actually, long term and bigger budget I'd like to do this truck with PB dropmember and trailing arm conversion with coil overs all around for a super low static ride.

**67cheby** · 04-27-2013, 02:44 PM

just harassing you ! that would be sweet !

texas gmc · 04-27-2013, 10:50 PM

looks great! what size tires are you running?

**LEEVON** · 04-27-2013, 11:42 PM

For now just the 255/70/15's that it came with.

**LEEVON** · 04-30-2013, 08:40 PM

I ignored the ball joints when I did the drop, went to get an alignment and found out the lowers are shot. I knew better, just crossed my fingers and hoped they were still tight. The uppers are original, guessing the lowers are too, just more proof the truck had an easy life. So I guess that means I'll be replacing the ball joints this weekend which gives me a chance to cut another 1/2 round off the coils.

Low Elco · 04-30-2013, 11:00 PM

Mmmmmm, more drop. Eeeexcellent. LBT's front is WAY shot as well, which is why I havent quickie dropped it. This'll be cool!

**LEEVON** · 04-30-2013, 11:20 PM

Nah, just ignore the greasy worn out parts and go for the cool, like me!

**LEEVON** · 05-01-2013, 10:18 PM

Ya'll have probably seen a stock engine bay. I like this one...but I think it needs a 5.3 or 6.0L. REALLY clean though, down to the stickers!

Jonboy · 05-02-2013, 08:43 AM

That is the best part of '87 vs. '86 and older: the simpolicity. There are way fewer vacuum hoses and BS on the TBI stuff.

BigMike608 · 05-02-2013, 08:45 AM

Jonboy, this is the same stance I'm wanting for my truck!

Jonboy · 05-02-2013, 08:47 AM

Easy peasy.

**LEEVON** · 05-02-2013, 09:23 AM

Get to it, Big Mike!

Low Elco · 05-02-2013, 09:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonboy

That is the best part of '87 vs. '86 and older: the simpolicity. There are way fewer vacuum hoses and BS on the TBI stuff.

That's why I waited and bought my 87. Luuuuuve the FI.
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Jonboy · 05-02-2013, 09:33 AM

It's also less stuff to tear out to go LS, and you get the good fuel tanks. Win/win!

**LEEVON** · 05-02-2013, 10:00 AM

Yep, and I will leave the transmission too. Basically the easiest LS swap there is.

66redw/white · 05-03-2013, 10:32 AM

perfect!

bohmankid · 05-03-2013, 01:54 PM

Such a Bad *** truck. I need to get a swb 2 wheel now.

**LEEVON** · 05-04-2013, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by 66redw/white

perfect!

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by bohmankid

Such a Bad *** truck. I need to get a swb 2 wheel now.

Funny, I'm always wishing I had a 4wd unless I have one and vise versa.

Well, I took the truck to get aligned and discovered that the lower ball joints were shot. I knew this was a possibility but I burried my head in the sand when I was doing the drop. The fact that the uppers were original and the lowers likely were should have been my clue! I just didn't want to mess with it. So I rolled up my sleeves and got greasy (I hate this job). Well, now they're done, 4 new ball joints and outer tie rod ends. The ball joints were AC Delco, spent a total of $60 including one tie rod end and shipping. Not too shabbay!

I was able to use the beefy CPP sway bar too. Happy about that!

**LEEVON** · 05-06-2013, 05:11 PM

Ok, let's hope the lowering chapter of the book is closed. The 15x7's have been cleaned, painted and mounted. No clearance issues at all, lock-to-lock. I think they look great too.

Do ya'll agree that the rear window needs to be one piece and it needs a sport bumper? Those are the next two exterior projects unless somebody talks me out of it. I'll have to get into the a/c soon though. I'm just happy that it's ready for the local cruise-in (Saturday).

texas gmc · 05-06-2013, 05:14 PM

clean truck, I agree the rear bumper needs to go. keep up the good work.
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bohmankid · 05-06-2013, 05:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bohmankid

Such a Bad *** truck. I need to get a swb 2 wheel now.

Quote:

Originally Posted by LEEVON

Thanks!
Funny, I'm always wishing I had a 4wd unless I have one and vise versa.

Well, that's true. If I got rid of my 4x4 and got a 2 wheel drive, I'd want the 4x4 back!...But then again, I though why not have both!
I kept true to my word and I bought a 2wd short bed on Saturday.. Your truck will be an inspiration for it, thanks! hahaha

As for exterior mods, I like one piece windows a ton better. And a sport bumper would look a ton better! I like roll pans better, personal choice.

Big Rat · 05-06-2013, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by LEEVON

Do ya'll agree that the rear window needs to be one piece and it needs a sport bumper?

Absolutely! That would really clean it up nice. That's exactly what I am doing to mine. Throw that winder and bumper in some classifieds and they'll make you a little extra cash too. Truck looks good!

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Originally Posted by bohmankid

I bought a 2wd short bed on Saturday

LS swap in this one also? I'll be waiting for the build thread man!

Low Elco · 05-06-2013, 11:46 PM

I happen to have a solid back glass for it. Gonna look cleeeeeeeean.
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04-27-2013, 01:30 AM	#126
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed Har! In other news: yes, more rake. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

04-27-2013, 10:13 AM	#127
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed Truck looks great but when did you say you were going to lower it ????? __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

04-27-2013, 02:05 PM	#128
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed Yeah, yeah how about I just call her "Cloud .9". Actually, long term and bigger budget I'd like to do this truck with PB dropmember and trailing arm conversion with coil overs all around for a super low static ride. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

04-27-2013, 02:44 PM	#129
67cheby 67cheby Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: siloam springs ar 72761 Posts: 17,890	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed just harassing you ! that would be sweet ! __________________ Check out Slosh Tubz, bolt-in inner fenders for frame laying C-10's Slosh Tubz Introductory Price $559 67 Cheby's Dropmember Build Thread Slosh Tubz on Facebook http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=554172

04-27-2013, 10:50 PM	#130
texas gmc Registered User Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: nolanville texas Posts: 15	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed looks great! what size tires are you running?

04-27-2013, 11:42 PM	#131
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed For now just the 255/70/15's that it came with. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

04-30-2013, 08:40 PM	#132
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed I ignored the ball joints when I did the drop, went to get an alignment and found out the lowers are shot. I knew better, just crossed my fingers and hoped they were still tight. The uppers are original, guessing the lowers are too, just more proof the truck had an easy life. So I guess that means I'll be replacing the ball joints this weekend which gives me a chance to cut another 1/2 round off the coils. Attached Images __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

04-30-2013, 11:00 PM	#133
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed Mmmmmm, more drop. Eeeexcellent. LBT's front is WAY shot as well, which is why I havent quickie dropped it. This'll be cool! __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

04-30-2013, 11:20 PM	#134
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed Nah, just ignore the greasy worn out parts and go for the cool, like me! __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

05-01-2013, 10:18 PM	#135
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed Ya'll have probably seen a stock engine bay. I like this one...but I think it needs a 5.3 or 6.0L. REALLY clean though, down to the stickers! Attached Images __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

05-02-2013, 08:43 AM	#136
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed That is the best part of '87 vs. '86 and older: the simpolicity. There are way fewer vacuum hoses and BS on the TBI stuff.

05-02-2013, 08:45 AM	#137
BigMike608 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 432	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed Jonboy, this is the same stance I'm wanting for my truck! __________________ 1977 SWB C10 - "Woodson": 5.3 Vortec LS Swap, 4L60e Trans, 4.5/5 drop

05-02-2013, 08:47 AM	#138
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed Easy peasy.

05-02-2013, 09:23 AM	#139
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed Get to it, Big Mike! __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

05-02-2013, 09:33 AM	#141
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed It's also less stuff to tear out to go LS, and you get the good fuel tanks. Win/win!



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05-02-2013, 10:00 AM	#142
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed Yep, and I will leave the transmission too. Basically the easiest LS swap there is. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

05-03-2013, 10:32 AM	#143
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05-03-2013, 01:54 PM	#144
bohmankid Registered User Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Salt Lake City, UT Posts: 520	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed Such a Bad *** truck. I need to get a swb 2 wheel now. __________________ My 1985 GMC 4x4 LS swap build thread R.I.P. My 1978 Big Ten, Big Block build thread Moby: My Chevy 4x4 ls swap build thread

05-06-2013, 05:11 PM	#146
LEEVON Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,887	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed Ok, let's hope the lowering chapter of the book is closed. The 15x7's have been cleaned, painted and mounted. No clearance issues at all, lock-to-lock. I think they look great too. Do ya'll agree that the rear window needs to be one piece and it needs a sport bumper? Those are the next two exterior projects unless somebody talks me out of it. I'll have to get into the a/c soon though. I'm just happy that it's ready for the local cruise-in (Saturday). Attached Images __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids Last edited by LEEVON; 05-06-2013 at 05:28 PM.

05-06-2013, 05:14 PM	#147
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05-06-2013, 11:46 PM	#150
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: Project "Yetti" 87 GMC short bed I happen to have a solid back glass for it. Gonna look cleeeeeeeean. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

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