Recent content by Craig Nedrow
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New For Me 1985 Silverado 20 6.2 Diesel
This was off a 94? and they were the right length (99") but 69 3/8 inch and we need 71". I may try to find a 99-presant, as they are the right width, but about two inches longer. I would cut out the two inches, use sheet metal and rivets, and then re-fiberglass and paint carpet . A bit of...- Craig Nedrow
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- Forum: Introduction
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New For Me 1985 Silverado 20 6.2 Diesel
Drive the C20 on the first real long trip to Olympia, over White pass. Truck was a gem, never missed a beat. Picked up a canopy. A few things I need to fix, Fuel gage for both tanks registers open (past full), Radiator has a small leak, pulled it today and will take it to a local shop I have...- Craig Nedrow
- Post #60
- Forum: Introduction
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8.1 Vortec VS 383 Stroker VS 6.0 Iron LS
I have been looking at that same set up, drooling really. Want Airflow Research 335 heads on it though, cause I likem.- Craig Nedrow
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- Forum: Engine Swaps (Gas) LS, Vortec, LT1 , etc.
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New crate engine oil priming/ ignition timing impact if the distributor is mis-installed
Schaffer oil has the highest zinc content, but use any break in specific oil. When we first start an engine at the machine shop, we use basically what has been said here. The most critical thing in my opinion is not doing a lot of cranking. We use a holly carb couple pumps timing right, starts...- Craig Nedrow
- Post #29
- Forum: Tech Discussion
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Plans for the summer.
Got our 85 diesel running. The wife and I are going from Wa St to Kentucky to help move our niece. Dump all fluids, filters replaced, pack wheel bearings. Maybe have the radiator rodded out. We’re making a “overland” rig out of it. I have been driving it everywhere, hauling, etc. convinced me...- Craig Nedrow
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- Forum: Tech Discussion
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New 85 Blazer
Man if that is pretty rust free, and the body is straight, that is a find. I always wanted one myself….. Welcome from central Wa.- Craig Nedrow
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- Forum: Introduction
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I finally got me a squarebody
Ya know LJ69 that is a sweet lookin ride. I wanna see a burnout. A requirement for real Square Body ownership! Awesome!- Craig Nedrow
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- Forum: Introduction
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New For Me 1985 Silverado 20 6.2 Diesel
While I don't think I can have all this done for our trip to Kentucky, we are shooting for having the topper, lift at the minimum. ONE THING I MUST FIX IT THE GAS GAGES AND TANK SWITCHING. Yeah I know I am shouting, but that has a purpose. The archives wiring diagram is unreadable, the fuse box...- Craig Nedrow
- Post #59
- Forum: Introduction
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New For Me 1985 Silverado 20 6.2 Diesel
Jan and I do like to go up in the hills in the fall and winter, so a heater would be nice. Also when we go to Bonnyville, it gets cold after sun down. Since my truck is a diesel, it makes since to use a diesel heater, We like this one:- Craig Nedrow
- Post #58
- Forum: Introduction
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New For Me 1985 Silverado 20 6.2 Diesel
Outfitting for an overland type rig can be expensive, our budget is 10,000. This would include a topper from Leer, 2000.00 max, something used, kind of like this: The topperezlift system with contractor tent system. This one: Power management most likely this company, staller products: We...- Craig Nedrow
- Post #57
- Forum: Introduction
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New For Me 1985 Silverado 20 6.2 Diesel
Speaking of road trips, My niece graduated from WSU last year Dr of Vet medicine, and got a job on a race horse ranch in Kentucky. While she has learned much, she wants to come home at the end of her intern, and Jan and I are planning to go back to help her move home. Our "plan" is to have the...- Craig Nedrow
- Post #56
- Forum: Introduction
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New For Me 1985 Silverado 20 6.2 Diesel
I have searched this site, and many others for toppers that fit our trucks. I will make a future post as to what fits my 85, and pic on how it looks. We love our dogs, and they go everywhere with us, hence the need for a topper. Single cab, two dog is doable to town, but not for road trips.- Craig Nedrow
- Post #54
- Forum: Introduction
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New For Me 1985 Silverado 20 6.2 Diesel
With this setup, we can haul our Polaris ranger on our trailer, for Bonneville, or Webb Slew events. This is the least expensive way for us to travel, simple and way more minimalistic. The 6.2 gets way better mileage then the GMC pulling the camper, (which is between 7-10 MPG.) Also this setup...- Craig Nedrow
- Post #53
- Forum: Introduction
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New For Me 1985 Silverado 20 6.2 Diesel
For Jan and I, I think this is a good fit. The truck already has two big batteries, but our plan is to add a solar panel, wiring from the alternator to charge a lithium type battery tor the tent onside lights, and outside lights. We will also add a canopy, maybe like this:- Craig Nedrow
- Post #52
- Forum: Introduction
