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    TBI to Carb 1991 V2500

    I'd definitely stick with TBI for a stockish motor. One of the reasons I bought my '90 was to get the TBI 454 over a carb. In theory it should have better mpg, better manners, etc. TBI is pretty darn reliable and cheap to fix when needed. I knew a few guys that carry spare computers just in...
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    Clean old windows- years of gunk!

    Dobie Pad and Barkeepers friend
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    Frame welded, dangerous?

    Not sure where you are located, but I see frames for sale in Arizona that are pretty clean under $500. Less and less of them though.
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    Vent Window/Back Window Questions

    @84GMCSierra Tom Korinek / Truckin' Krazy in Mesa 480-241-1318, he's a new/ used parts dealer. https://www.truckinkrazy.com/
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    Suggestions for suspension 1986 suburban

    Hard to beat leaf springs. They do everything very well. The Raptors/ trx still use leafs. If you switch to coilovers, you need to build a 3 or 4 link suspension, panhards, etc. You are going to spend a good $5k to do it right.
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    A little info about wrench sizes

    Thanks for posting... If you see any of these for others besides SAE and Metric, I'd be interested, particularly for Whitworth and JIS.
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    Looking for a sleeper

    I did, unfortunately that post was 8 mos ago.
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    700R4 Information Thread

    Thank you, exactly what I was looking for! I was told previously that the speedo housings were different based on year but couldn't find anything that supported that. My trans is leaking at the speedo cable and there is a ratio adapter on there. I was going to swap the gears out to match the...
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    700R4 Information Thread

    Nick, 3 Questions that I am curious about... Are the speedometer housings all the same on the 700r4? Original slip yokes have a hole on them and the aftermarket does not. If the trans is leaking out the slip yoke hole, and you weld it up/ swap it out, will you cause damage? Is it worthwhile...
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    Frame welded, dangerous?

    Roundeye- you stated restoration? If you are putting a lot of money into this truck and expect to have some resale value, I'd change the frame. As others have said, it'll be fine for a driver and will holdup and last a long time, but the pool of buyers gets very small for modified factory...
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    Taking off passenger head about 37 bolts so far

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    Taking off passenger head about 37 bolts so far

    I'm going to suggest that two books be purchased/ borrowed...a Chiltons/ Haynes guide for the vehicle or similar and a how to rebuild sbc book. That way you can have the books out and available as as you do the work.
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    What size tires for 4 inch lift?

    I'm assuming you want to keep your sheetmetal intact and not cut/ flare, etc. 33's for a 4" lift if you are wheeling. 35's are fine for street but will hit the rear of the front fender with a good bit of articulation. I would recommend a zero-rate on the front spring pack to move the axle...
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    C10's On The Capital, Olympia WA *New Pics*

    Thanks for posting thses pictures. Any chance you got the specs on these wheels? They look bigger than 16's and they are still 8 lug. Looking for something bigger for my CC but don't want 10 lug and adapters.
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    NOS Door Hinge

    Most of the NOS stuff I come across the last few years was never installed/ used because it has some type of defect and it sat on a dealers parts counter for 30 years because nobody wanted it. It might be brand new but has damage or extensive shelf wear in a lot of cases. A hinge probably...
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    NOS Door Hinge

    Mr. Clean- Appreciate all that you have done for our country and this site! I think he was looking for a NOS hinge as in New, Old, Stock. I was interested as well as I'm always on the lookout for NOS stuff.
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    One piece window conversion??

    Pro's: looks good, less wind noise. Great for a show car, weekend cruiser Con's: I haven't seen too many people with much success in making them reliable. A few that I have talked to say they have to adjust them annually. There are some other threads on here where others have asked the same...
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    Need ideas for a modern steering wheel.

    I added some dynamat to my sons truck this weekend. Interior roof temp was 160-170. The OP is free to do what he wants. I'm just casually reminding him of what we deal with and what is great in other parts of the state and country may not be appropriate for a vehicle you actually drive...
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    Need ideas for a modern steering wheel.

    Unless you live in Phoenix where the steering wheel will reach 150 degrees or more during the summer. It is very different here. The paint melts off license plates, 3rd degree burns from drinking from water hoses isn't uncommon. People get burned with leather seats. No relief going in the pool...
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    Need ideas for a modern steering wheel.

    What part of AZ are you in? I'm West Valley in Surprise.
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    Need ideas for a modern steering wheel.

    This is the one my grandmother put on her towncar. She really likes it alot. I guess the chain helps her grip with her arthritis.
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    Need ideas for a modern steering wheel.

    Isn't the back of the wheel metal though?
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    Need ideas for a modern steering wheel.

    I haven't had the best of luck with a lot of aftermarket cranks either. The knobs are too small and you have to pinch them and if a regulator gives resistance, you'll end up grabbing the whole thing.
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    Need ideas for a modern steering wheel.

    Square Root...since you are in AZ, I'd rethink that metal steering wheel if you park outside or drive during the summer. I have a Forever Sharp on my C10 but am reluctant to put anything metal on the C30 as it is going to be parked outside and will be too hot in Phoenix. On our S10, the key...
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    ‘86 C10 Cargo light confusion. Help!

    Personally, I like a separate switch for multiple reasons: If you turn on the light and try and look through back glass, you may only get a reflection with the interior lights on. On some of my other trucks, I swapped out to high powered LED's and use it for an additional reverse lights. I...

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