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1774btcrew 06-17-2015 08:59 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
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Originally Posted by 80streetcoupe (Post 7213302)
Here's my '80 GMC. Bought this in Alberta last year. Had to replace the drivers rocker and cab corner, windshield, front rubber brake lines, fix horn and windshield wipers to pass safety. Had new tires installed today on 8+10 in. rallies. I had the rallies widened in the mid 80's. Need to do a wheel alignment on Friday morning, then she passes safety for the gov't.
Then I can drive the wheels off of it. I haven't had a nice set of wheels since 20 yrs ago. That's when the wife and kids came along...LOL!!!
The sleeper is only temporary. I know it should come off, but I was 18 when they came out and I've always liked them on the old square bodies.

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/e...psz1izirlc.jpg
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/e...psac053fgo.jpg

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/e...psc5kdlonc.jpg

I plan on changing the round headlights to the '80 square frontend tonight. I put factory buckets in it too that I had recovered 20yrs ago. I also installed a hidden hitch. I've got lots to do to it in the future, but for now, she's a driver.

Beautiful truck! I love the color combination!

1774btcrew 06-18-2015 12:58 AM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
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Originally Posted by 80streetcoupe (Post 7213302)
Here's my '80 GMC. Bought this in Alberta last year. Had to replace the drivers rocker and cab corner, windshield, front rubber brake lines, fix horn and windshield wipers to pass safety. Had new tires installed today on 8+10 in. rallies. I had the rallies widened in the mid 80's. Need to do a wheel alignment on Friday morning, then she passes safety for the gov't.
Then I can drive the wheels off of it. I haven't had a nice set of wheels since 20 yrs ago. That's when the wife and kids came along...LOL!!!
The sleeper is only temporary. I know it should come off, but I was 18 when they came out and I've always liked them on the old square bodies.

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/e...psz1izirlc.jpg
http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/e...psac053fgo.jpg

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/e...psc5kdlonc.jpg

I plan on changing the round headlights to the '80 square frontend tonight. I put factory buckets in it too that I had recovered 20yrs ago. I also installed a hidden hitch. I've got lots to do to it in the future, but for now, she's a driver.

Let's see some interior shots!

SkinnyG 06-18-2015 01:07 AM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
You CANNOT get rid of the sleeper! I love it!

OutlawDrifter 06-18-2015 11:10 AM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
leave the round headlights! love the color combo.

truckfan 06-18-2015 11:27 AM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
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Originally Posted by 1774btcrew (Post 7213311)
Beautiful truck! I love the color combination!

be still my heart!!!! :jdp::jdp:

very cool old rig.

Speeding Dakota 06-18-2015 05:54 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
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Here mine build after 16months, finally got it painted and tires put on.

N2TRUX 06-19-2015 08:12 AM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
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Originally Posted by 80streetcoupe (Post 7213302)
Here's my '80 GMC. Bought this in Alberta last year. I've got lots to do to it in the future, but for now, she's a driver.

Beautiful truck. I understand your passion for the sleeper, but it over powers the truck.

80streetcoupe 06-19-2015 11:11 AM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
Thanks for the kind words everyone.

The round eyes are still there. I needed to paint the other lower valence before I change over to the other front end...DOH!!

I want to install a newer srw w/the chrome insert and the iconic 80's full rear plastic visor once I take the bunk off.

YES, I'm a child of the late 70's, early 80's!!:lol:

Interior pics at a later date.

jlelec 06-19-2015 05:59 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
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Originally Posted by 1774btcrew (Post 7213611)
Let's see some interior shots!

Beautiful truck, ditch the sleeper.

83c10 06-20-2015 02:39 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
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Originally Posted by 08racer (Post 7070399)
Here is mine

Really nice. I love that you kept the trim under the rear window. Adds some class.

83c10 06-20-2015 02:41 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
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Originally Posted by truckfan (Post 7160344)
new wheels and tires on. you can see my thread here.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=645018

you'll either love or hate the wheels. I know.....


Rock it bro!

83c10 06-20-2015 02:43 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
[quote=bustedknuckles;7176632]Thanks. here's a couple more shots.

https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/hphoto...20459761_o.jpg


Lovin' those wheels.

83c10 06-20-2015 03:21 PM

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First picture post. My 1983 Silverado. 350/350. True dual exhaust off of factory manifolds. New tires. Plans are 4/5 lowered. It may be a while before that though. My daily for the last 5 years has been an S10 and 5 years before that a 1995 Nissan p/u. I am enjoying sitting up a little higher for now.

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Louisianagmfs 06-21-2015 01:34 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
My 85 step side with 5.3 swap

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r...psyinwhfcy.jpg

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r...psarri4nwu.jpg

UKNOWME 06-21-2015 01:56 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
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Originally Posted by Louisianagmfs (Post 7216687)

That's nice! Wish I had the guts to tackle an ls swap? What trans are you running?

Louisianagmfs 06-21-2015 02:10 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
I bought it as is, its a 5.3 and 4l60e from an 02 truck. The conversion was done at a local shop using a psi conversion harness. Doesn't seem like a bad swap. It has all autometer guages so that was simple too

jpnh 06-21-2015 04:24 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
Looks nice , what are you running for gears in the rear end ?? Just curious :) - Jeff

Louisianagmfs 06-21-2015 04:29 PM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
Its got 3.73s in it. Its good for now but I may go lower to a 4.10 or 4.56 later on. I'm gonna be gone with some taller tires pretty soon.

Security guy 06-22-2015 07:03 PM

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Just trying to post some pics..

Security guy 06-22-2015 07:25 PM

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UKNOWME 06-24-2015 12:15 AM

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Clean!!

Matt Man 06-24-2015 12:34 AM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
Yep, that is a nice one.

JWall 06-24-2015 07:44 AM

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Louisianagmfs 06-24-2015 07:48 AM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
Jwall I love the truck, I've been checking it out on Instagram. What's your wheel tire and suspension setup?

JWall 06-24-2015 07:52 AM

Re: How about some pics of '73-'87 Short Beds Part II
 
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Originally Posted by Louisianagmfs (Post 7219800)
Jwall I love the truck, I've been checking it out on Instagram. What's your wheel tire and suspension setup?

Thanks!
Wheel/Tires: Front: 20x8.5 with 255/35/20 & 5.25 backspacing Rear: 20x10 with 275/35/20 & 5.5 backspacing
Suspension: It's bagged with a bolt in c-notch without modifying the bed floor or front inner fenders


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