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RWJJR · 03-05-2008, 05:13 AM

Just got it about a week ago,

Added a goodwrench front tag

added a Lumina Steering wheel ($8.00 from pull a part),to an otherwise fairly clean stock interior.Just needs a little seat work

Cleaned and painted the stock 305 ,and added a chrome breather.

gchemist · 03-05-2008, 05:19 AM

Nice find!!

PLEASE add a bigger air filter! You're choking the engine. You need at least a 4". A 4.5" is perfect.

**old Rusty C10** · 03-05-2008, 05:22 AM

that is seriously sweet!! good luck with it what are the plans? although id just drive it and enjoy it and um welcome back

RWJJR · 03-05-2008, 05:26 AM

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Originally Posted by old Rusty C10

that is seriously sweet!! good luck with it what are the plans? although id just drive it and enjoy it and um welcome back

Ill probably leave it mostly stock looking,The body is solid with no rust at all.It has a new driveway father /son paintjob,that looks better than alot of bodyshop jobs (they just did a bad tape job).Ill probably add some 8 inch rallys (the 7s are too skinny from behind) to the new michelins it has on it.Ill fix the seat and headliner,probably put new side molding on (they taped up the old).I think I got a steal at $2200 even though it needs a little work.

KMK454 · 03-05-2008, 05:39 AM

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Originally Posted by gchemist

Nice find!!

PLEASE add a bigger air filter! You're choking the engine. You need at least a 4". A 4.5" is perfect.

Seriously?

I'm running the stock filter on my 305 and it's usually in a choke mode of some sort, but I always figured it was the carb in need of a rebuild drifting out of tune from time to time.

**LEEVON** · 03-05-2008, 06:46 AM

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Originally Posted by RWJJR

Ill probably leave it mostly stock looking,The body is solid with no rust at all.It has a new driveway father /son paintjob,that looks better than alot of bodyshop jobs (they just did a bad tape job).Ill probably add some 8 inch rallys (the 7s are too skinny from behind) to the new michelins it has on it.Ill fix the seat and headliner,probably put new side molding on (they taped up the old).I think I got a steal at $2200 even though it needs a little work.

If you needed any assurance that you got a steal at $2200 then here it is!

87 STEPPER · 03-05-2008, 07:54 AM

Man you did good, very good!

Nice ride i'd lower it sum

Good looking ride

RWJJR · 03-05-2008, 08:04 AM

THX ,for all the comments.I really like the look and feel of the Lumina steering wheel.Pull a part is awesome.

**old Rusty C10** · 03-05-2008, 09:01 AM

im notoriously cheap and i think you got a real nice deal.. i wonder if i could get that father and son to paint mine in their driveway lol

gchemist · 03-05-2008, 09:19 AM

[QUOTE=KMK454;2609664]Seriously?
[QUOTE]
Yes! Here is a snap shot of a 4.5 K&N filter on my ZZ4.

I used it on the previous stock 305. I learned by experience the engine would run hot with a 3" filter. Especially at highway speeds. The 4.5" was awsome to WOT. People wondered why the 305 had at least some pep to it. Tuning and having enough air to feed the engine are imporant.

baknblk · 03-05-2008, 10:13 AM

awesome find..congrats

84 400 · 03-05-2008, 10:51 AM

looks good and welcome back

chromyelow1 · 03-05-2008, 12:56 PM

nice

lester622 · 03-05-2008, 01:45 PM

[quote=gchemist;2610197][QUOTE=KMK454;2609664]Seriously?

Quote:

the engine would run hot with a 3" filter. Especially at highway speeds. The 4.5" was awsome to WOT.

how can an air filter make a motor run hot?

ohsocountry86 · 03-05-2008, 03:13 PM

kind of what i was thinking rob alittle power ya but make the motor run hot?

rod86 · 03-05-2008, 04:57 PM

hey that steering wheel you got there off the lumina, what year it from? did it go on without any modification to the spline? i want one for my truck. - and we dont have them in australia.

by the way real nice truck you got there... well done..

manimal · 03-05-2008, 05:07 PM

Very nice truck. very nice............
-Lance

gchemist · 03-05-2008, 06:49 PM

[quote=lester622;2610400][quote=gchemist;2610197]

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Originally Posted by KMK454

how can an air filter make a motor run hot?

The air to fuel ratio was is of whack. I tuned the carb to max vacuum. The 3" small air filter did not supply enough air for fuel ratio at high RPMs. Measure a stock air filter. How big is it? GM engineers got that one right.

***Liz*** · 03-05-2008, 07:22 PM

I'm not usually a huge fan of two tone colors. That truck is an exception.. I dont know what it is about it, but I like it alot. Best of luck with it and welcome back

kevinr1970 · 03-06-2008, 01:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Liz

I'm not usually a huge fan of two tone colors. That truck is an exception.. I dont know what it is about it, but I like it alot.

Shame on you!

Its probably the red. I know some people don't want red, but few can argue how good its looks when shiney.

kevinr1970 · 03-06-2008, 01:55 AM

[quote=gchemist;2610573][quote=lester622;2610400]

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Originally Posted by gchemist

The air to fuel ratio was is of whack. I tuned the carb to max vacuum. The 3" small air filter did not supply enough air for fuel ratio at high RPMs. Measure a stock air filter. How big is it? GM engineers got that one right.

I am not arguing at all because, aren't you some sort of scientist (not just the mad variety either)?
But my question is, if you compare the volume or air allowed on the aftermarket 2"(?) air filter vs. pulling the air through the stock air cleaner housing (oblong 4" wide opening), wouldn't it be less restrictive? Even if the filter itself is 4" tall it can only pull so much air. Right?

To the original poster, NICE TRUCK! Even if the paint job might not be the best, I bet it looks great from 10 feet. And 99% of the time thats all you need.

squarebody · 03-06-2008, 02:07 AM

like the steering wheel idea. does it bolt right on ? been looking at the sport steering wheels on ebay (88-96) i think. your truck is beautiful great steal!

Hoods69BadBowTie · 03-06-2008, 05:27 AM

Yes thats one sweet looking ride for sure. I like it. Other then some different rims I would keep it like that.

lawson86 · 03-06-2008, 06:02 AM

Nice truck and for 2200 yeah you did damn good

And the air filter debate check this out http://www.truckspecialties.com/KN_F...acts.htm#FACTS

abebummy26 · 03-06-2008, 06:05 AM

Huh that is the grille my truck is supposed to have sweet. I like it I might go with the later ones though, because I have the dual headlight bezels for the later ones.

03-05-2008, 05:13 AM	#1
RWJJR Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: EAST TENNESSEE Posts: 233	New (old) member here, showing off my 84 Silverado SWB Just got it about a week ago, Added a goodwrench front tag added a Lumina Steering wheel ($8.00 from pull a part),to an otherwise fairly clean stock interior.Just needs a little seat work Cleaned and painted the stock 305 ,and added a chrome breather. Last edited by RWJJR; 03-05-2008 at 05:14 AM.

03-05-2008, 05:19 AM	#2
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB Nice find!! PLEASE add a bigger air filter! You're choking the engine. You need at least a 4". A 4.5" is perfect. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

03-05-2008, 05:22 AM	#3
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,313	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB that is seriously sweet!! good luck with it what are the plans? although id just drive it and enjoy it and um welcome back __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

03-05-2008, 07:54 AM	#7
87 STEPPER STILL PLAYS WITH TRUX Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Melbourne, Fla. Posts: 2,764	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB Man you did good, very good! Nice ride i'd lower it sum Good looking ride __________________ ~~Bruce~~ MY 87 STEPPER MY 99 2D/WD TAHOE

03-05-2008, 08:04 AM	#8
RWJJR Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: EAST TENNESSEE Posts: 233	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB THX ,for all the comments.I really like the look and feel of the Lumina steering wheel.Pull a part is awesome.

03-05-2008, 09:01 AM	#9
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,313	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB im notoriously cheap and i think you got a real nice deal.. i wonder if i could get that father and son to paint mine in their driveway lol __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

03-05-2008, 09:19 AM	#10
gchemist BAD BOW-Silverado XST Join Date: May 2000 Location: Senior Member from Austin, TX Posts: 6,431	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB [QUOTE=KMK454;2609664]Seriously? [QUOTE] Yes! Here is a snap shot of a 4.5 K&N filter on my ZZ4. I used it on the previous stock 305. I learned by experience the engine would run hot with a 3" filter. Especially at highway speeds. The 4.5" was awsome to WOT. People wondered why the 305 had at least some pep to it. Tuning and having enough air to feed the engine are imporant. __________________ Gerardo a.k.a. Mad Chemist Silverado XST videos

03-05-2008, 10:13 AM	#11
baknblk Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: southeastern ky Posts: 88	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB awesome find..congrats

03-05-2008, 10:51 AM	#12
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,746	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB looks good and welcome back __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

03-05-2008, 12:56 PM	#13
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03-05-2008, 03:13 PM	#15
ohsocountry86 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: clackamas oregon Posts: 269	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB kind of what i was thinking rob alittle power ya but make the motor run hot? __________________ I can die happy now i own a c-10 TRICKNRACY cars baby TRICKNRACYCARS.ORG

03-05-2008, 04:57 PM	#16
rod86 great southern land Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: perth - australia Posts: 6,194	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB hey that steering wheel you got there off the lumina, what year it from? did it go on without any modification to the spline? i want one for my truck. - and we dont have them in australia. by the way real nice truck you got there... well done..

03-05-2008, 05:07 PM	#17
manimal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern Kalifornia Posts: 3,066	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB Very nice truck. very nice............ -Lance __________________ ------------------------------------------------------ -Lance 2000 Chevy C2500, 5.7, 4L80e 1999 Suburban K2500, 7.4, 4L80e 1980 Camaro..son's car...PROJECT

03-05-2008, 07:22 PM	#19
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,767	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB I'm not usually a huge fan of two tone colors. That truck is an exception.. I dont know what it is about it, but I like it alot. Best of luck with it and welcome back

03-06-2008, 02:07 AM	#22
squarebody Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: lufkin texas Posts: 8	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB like the steering wheel idea. does it bolt right on ? been looking at the sport steering wheels on ebay (88-96) i think. your truck is beautiful great steal!



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03-06-2008, 05:27 AM	#23
Hoods69BadBowTie Chevys Kick A$$ Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Zootown, MT Posts: 12,699	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB Yes thats one sweet looking ride for sure. I like it. Other then some different rims I would keep it like that. __________________ HOODS is what I answer too -'79, '77, '88 Pickup Sold, '85 Camaro, '83 T/A, '81,'83,'90 K5 Blazer All Sold -'79 3/4 ton "Big Yellow Bananna" Lifted 4spd. 39.5 TSL Swampers, The money Pit -'86 K5 Blazer Silverado 6.2 4" lift 35"s -'95 Ext. Cab Shorty 4" Tuff Country rolling 35" M/T's -'83 Monte Carlo T-Tops. 126,500 Original Miles -LATER I would rather push a Chevy then drive a ford!!

03-06-2008, 06:02 AM	#24
lawson86 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Inman,SC Posts: 93	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB Nice truck and for 2200 yeah you did damn good And the air filter debate check this out http://www.truckspecialties.com/KN_F...acts.htm#FACTS

03-06-2008, 06:05 AM	#25
abebummy26 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: New Haven, MO Posts: 1,243	Re: New (old) member here,showing off my 84 Silverado SWB Huh that is the grille my truck is supposed to have sweet. I like it I might go with the later ones though, because I have the dual headlight bezels for the later ones. __________________ -Lincoln 1987 GMC S15 (soon to be a chevy clone) 2.5l, 4 speed, no ps, no pb, no ac Silence is golden, but duct tape is silver. Spoken by Cletus the hillbilly I like stickers... a whole bunch.

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