Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

**JT_Trucks87** · 08-21-2022, 07:26 PM

This is a truck that I have been after for about 5 years. I finally got it bought from a good friend of mine. (Joesjunk) I’m really glad we got a deal put together on it. It’s a 1987 V30 Silverado SRW that came from out west. Sold new in Colorado then spent a good chunk of its life in Wyoming with a slide in camper in it. It is completely rust free and is still wearing 95% of it’s original Indian Bronze paint as well as maintaining an all original interior other than headliner material. Truck still has the original 454/400/205 combo in it. The this is truly a time capsule and I’m glad to be a steward for this truck for a while. Here’s some pictures.

**JT_Trucks87** · 08-21-2022, 07:36 PM

More pictures

**JT_Trucks87** · 08-21-2022, 07:39 PM

Just a few more

HOGDADDY · 08-21-2022, 09:01 PM

Awesome truck! I like the colors.

kipps · 08-21-2022, 11:50 PM

Were the tailgate lights a factory option, dealer option, or aftermarket?

That is a beautiful truck! I'm aiming for a very similar-appearing rig with the project truck in my signature. I want it to look stock, inside and out, with an updated drivetrain.

**JT_Trucks87** · 08-22-2022, 04:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kipps

Were the tailgate lights a factory option, dealer option, or aftermarket?

That is a beautiful truck! I'm aiming for a very similar-appearing rig with the project truck in my signature. I want it to look stock, inside and out, with an updated drivetrain.

They were a factory installed option on 1 ton trucks. Looks like you have a great project there!

52napco · 08-22-2022, 07:18 AM

Beautiful truck... I'm jealous of all your trucks, all are money in the bank and better than a 401k IMO

**mongocanfly** · 08-22-2022, 08:12 AM

Extremely nice!!!!... love the brown trucks

Keith Seymore · 08-22-2022, 08:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kipps

Were the tailgate lights a factory option, dealer option, or aftermarket?

Quote:

Originally Posted by JT_Trucks87

They were a factory installed option on 1 ton trucks.

Part of RPO U01.

They were required on trucks wider than 80", and available as a free flow option on any truck.

K

**ponderosa** · 08-22-2022, 05:55 PM

that is very nice

**JT_Trucks87** · 08-24-2022, 07:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Keith Seymore

Part of RPO U01.

They were required on trucks wider than 80", and available as a free flow option on any truck.

K

Keith, what’s strange is I know of several 86 and 87 SRW 4x4 trucks that do not list option code U01. This truck being one of them.

**1957 Chief** · 08-25-2022, 04:01 PM

Man what a gem!

Bubba

**JT_Trucks87** · 08-28-2022, 11:30 AM

I found a neat looking saddle blanket on Amazon that actually matches the mahogany interior really good!

**JT_Trucks87** · 09-18-2022, 09:07 PM

I got the 2.5” sky jacker lift on the truck. It got a temporary wheel upgrade until I get the 7” wheels powder coated and a new set of 285/75 Cooper discoverer ATs bought. I also bought a igloo armrest cooler that I think fits the truck very well.

**Willowrun** · 09-18-2022, 09:36 PM

Lift looks great. What did you use for shocks? I've never had a skyjacker lift so interested in the ride.

**JT_Trucks87** · 09-19-2022, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Willowrun

Lift looks great. What did you use for shocks? I've never had a skyjacker lift so interested in the ride.

I have put skyjacker 2.5” lifts on 3 of my squares and my 71 K20. I have had a good experience with them. When I first got into all this I ordered a 4” rough country lift for a 1987 V30 Crew cab SRW and hated it so much that within a week I pulled it off and put a skyjacker on it and have never looked back. I used skyjackers “hydro” series shocks on this one.

**Willowrun** · 09-19-2022, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JT_Trucks87

I have put skyjacker 2.5” lifts on 3 of my squares and my 71 K20. I have had a good experience with them. When I first got into all this I ordered a 4” rough country lift for a 1987 V30 Crew cab SRW and hated it so much that within a week I pulled it off and put a skyjacker on it and have never looked back. I used skyjackers “hydro” series shocks on this one.

Thanks for the info!

nvrenuf · 09-30-2022, 02:23 PM

Gorgeous truck!

**JT_Trucks87** · 10-08-2022, 10:44 PM

Back on the steel wheels again. This time with cooper discoverer 285/75/r16 tires. Took the truck for a 100 mile round trip today to deliver some wheels and tires and picked up another set of 16x7 steel wheels. Was a good cruise, the old 454 never skipped a beat and the ole Delco cassette player was crankin out some country gold!

chewychevy67 · 10-08-2022, 11:48 PM

I am not a huge fan of brown but that truck wears it well. I'd roll thar truck any day. I do love the 87s as well. That year is unique in itself. And I love it on the steelies and caps.

**rustytruck50** · 10-09-2022, 12:08 AM

Nice score!! I saw that truck in KC a few years ago and man was it stunning!

05duramaxhd · 10-09-2022, 10:32 PM

Love it. I want it when you get tired of it

**JT_Trucks87** · 11-15-2022, 04:50 PM

Couple pictures before the snow flys!

wazzabie · 11-15-2022, 05:38 PM

If you decide to sell this truck please let me know.

Vegetta · 11-15-2022, 09:31 PM

Nice. I'm building a 86 1 ton M1008 and hope it can get half as nice as yours.

08-21-2022, 07:26 PM	#1
JT_Trucks87 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 180	Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 This is a truck that I have been after for about 5 years. I finally got it bought from a good friend of mine. (Joesjunk) I’m really glad we got a deal put together on it. It’s a 1987 V30 Silverado SRW that came from out west. Sold new in Colorado then spent a good chunk of its life in Wyoming with a slide in camper in it. It is completely rust free and is still wearing 95% of it’s original Indian Bronze paint as well as maintaining an all original interior other than headliner material. Truck still has the original 454/400/205 combo in it. The this is truly a time capsule and I’m glad to be a steward for this truck for a while. Here’s some pictures. Attached Images __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k original paint 1992 K3500 Silverado SRW 454/4L80e 4x4 114k 1971 K20 Cheyenne: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 Instagram: jt_trucks3500 Last edited by JT_Trucks87; 08-26-2022 at 10:46 PM.

08-21-2022, 07:36 PM	#2
JT_Trucks87 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 180	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 More pictures Attached Images __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k original paint 1992 K3500 Silverado SRW 454/4L80e 4x4 114k 1971 K20 Cheyenne: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 Instagram: jt_trucks3500

08-21-2022, 07:39 PM	#3
JT_Trucks87 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 180	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 Just a few more Attached Images __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k original paint 1992 K3500 Silverado SRW 454/4L80e 4x4 114k 1971 K20 Cheyenne: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 Instagram: jt_trucks3500

08-21-2022, 09:01 PM	#4
HOGDADDY Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 661	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 Awesome truck! I like the colors.

08-21-2022, 11:50 PM	#5
kipps Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: North-central Virginia Posts: 1,099	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 Were the tailgate lights a factory option, dealer option, or aftermarket? That is a beautiful truck! I'm aiming for a very similar-appearing rig with the project truck in my signature. I want it to look stock, inside and out, with an updated drivetrain. __________________ 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!

08-22-2022, 07:18 AM	#7
52napco Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: upstate sc Posts: 2,098	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 Beautiful truck... I'm jealous of all your trucks, all are money in the bank and better than a 401k IMO

08-22-2022, 08:12 AM	#8
mongocanfly Post Whore Join Date: May 2015 Location: Alabama Posts: 14,583	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 Extremely nice!!!!... love the brown trucks __________________ Mongo...aka Greg RIP Dad RIP Jesse 1981 C30 LQ9 NV4500..http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=753598 Mongos AD- LS3 TR6060...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...34#post8522334 Columbus..the 1957 IH 4x4...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...63#post8082563 2023 Chevy Z71..daily driver

08-22-2022, 05:55 PM	#10
ponderosa Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: epsom nh Posts: 93	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 that is very nice

08-25-2022, 04:01 PM	#12
1957 Chief Proud Vet that loves the USA Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 458	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 Man what a gem! Bubba

08-28-2022, 11:30 AM	#13
JT_Trucks87 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 180	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 I found a neat looking saddle blanket on Amazon that actually matches the mahogany interior really good! Attached Images __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k original paint 1992 K3500 Silverado SRW 454/4L80e 4x4 114k 1971 K20 Cheyenne: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 Instagram: jt_trucks3500

09-18-2022, 09:07 PM	#14
JT_Trucks87 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 180	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 I got the 2.5” sky jacker lift on the truck. It got a temporary wheel upgrade until I get the 7” wheels powder coated and a new set of 285/75 Cooper discoverer ATs bought. I also bought a igloo armrest cooler that I think fits the truck very well. Attached Images __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k original paint 1992 K3500 Silverado SRW 454/4L80e 4x4 114k 1971 K20 Cheyenne: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 Instagram: jt_trucks3500

09-18-2022, 09:36 PM	#15
Willowrun Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Ann Arbor, MI Posts: 1,021	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 Lift looks great. What did you use for shocks? I've never had a skyjacker lift so interested in the ride.

09-30-2022, 02:23 PM	#18
nvrenuf Registered User Join Date: May 2005 Location: Mobile, Al Posts: 92	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 Gorgeous truck! __________________ John '91 Blazer, full top, bbc, 4spd, Doubler, 1 tons, 40's

10-08-2022, 10:44 PM	#19
JT_Trucks87 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 180	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 Back on the steel wheels again. This time with cooper discoverer 285/75/r16 tires. Took the truck for a 100 mile round trip today to deliver some wheels and tires and picked up another set of 16x7 steel wheels. Was a good cruise, the old 454 never skipped a beat and the ole Delco cassette player was crankin out some country gold! Attached Images __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k original paint 1992 K3500 Silverado SRW 454/4L80e 4x4 114k 1971 K20 Cheyenne: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 Instagram: jt_trucks3500

10-08-2022, 11:48 PM	#20
chewychevy67 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Here Posts: 5,411	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 I am not a huge fan of brown but that truck wears it well. I'd roll thar truck any day. I do love the 87s as well. That year is unique in itself. And I love it on the steelies and caps.



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10-09-2022, 12:08 AM	#21
rustytruck50 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Papillion, Ne Posts: 897	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 Nice score!! I saw that truck in KC a few years ago and man was it stunning! __________________ -Doug '05 RCSB Sierra 2WD '71 Sierra 2WD Longbed '98 Silverado K1500 Xcab...sold '72 Highlander"Raymond"...sold

10-09-2022, 10:32 PM	#22
05duramaxhd Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Newalla, OK Posts: 600	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 Love it. I want it when you get tired of it

11-15-2022, 04:50 PM	#23
JT_Trucks87 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Holden MO Posts: 180	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 Couple pictures before the snow flys! Attached Images __________________ 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 4x4 104k original paint 1992 K3500 Silverado SRW 454/4L80e 4x4 114k 1971 K20 Cheyenne: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=804580 https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=837441 Instagram: jt_trucks3500

11-15-2022, 05:38 PM	#24
wazzabie Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: WA Posts: 359	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 If you decide to sell this truck please let me know.

11-15-2022, 09:31 PM	#25
Vegetta Registered User Join Date: May 2014 Location: Saluda, SC Posts: 61	Re: Survivor 1987 V30 Silverado SRW 454/400 Nice. I'm building a 86 1 ton M1008 and hope it can get half as nice as yours.

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