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    Cruise Control Bracket

    Were you adding cruise to a non equipped truck? My truck does not have cruise, but I have that actuator and have yet to determine what might be under the dash - no other cruise hardware under the hood
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    part ID & smog pump removal

    Lots of good youtube videos to help with this swap, pretty straightfoward. One I found that had a few bits that I particularly liked was "Best Damn Shop Around" channel. Instead of cutting the the fuel hardlines, he used some adapter fittings to another AN fitting and did not cut his factory...
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    part ID & smog pump removal

    It does have coolant hoses, I'll try and remember to post a reference pic in case anyone needs it. Front hose goes into intake next to T-stat housing, I think the other ties into the back of the plate and comes from the top heater hose. My plan is to photograph everything thoroughly and box...
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    part ID & smog pump removal

    My reading also indicates they didn't make a big block TBI specific intake til 91 maybe, or possibly not at all for Mark IV My reading also indicates they didn't make a big block TBI specific intake til 91 maybe, or possibly not at all for Mark IV
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    part ID & smog pump removal

    Oh no, taking lots of pics before, and everything in a box once removed. Leaving all the TBI wiring intact and tucked away neatly.
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    part ID & smog pump removal

    1987 was first year for TBI, factory used an adapter plate and the same Qjet intake used previously.
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    part ID & smog pump removal

    About to swap from TBI to carb (NO comments from the TBI lovers, you have no idea my situation and I don't care how well yours runs), trying to eliminate anything not needed. For now, I plan to remove the TBI adapter and run the factory manifold. Also would like to eliminate the smog pump -...
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    Suburban Interior Trim

    Mine is a Custom Deluxe 1987 - no trim in the back. I've heard others mention rust around the windows, and I too think there may be something to your idea. I want to add rear AC to mine, but otherwise I'm gonna leave the back bare for utility. Prob do the lizardskin for heat and sound on the...
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    dash gauge bezel mods

    Anybody still doing the Autometer gauges in the factory bezel, with new ideas for such? I have a 90% complete set of new guages, and a spare bezel. Trying to avoid spending the high $$ for the various pre-packaged setups for our trucks. Gloshift isn't so bad at about $650 ish, but, the speedo...
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    454 water pump replacement

    Going to do a cooling system flush before starting intake swap, and I'm going to replace radiator and heater hoses, etc while I'm at it. Truck has 108K, but has been sitting in the hot AL sun on concrete for the last 10 years, so I'm going to be proactive and replace most if not all of the...
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    Suburban Rear Heat & AC removal/installation/compatability

    Reviving this thread, as I would like to add rear AC as well. I can see from the diagrams on of the parts sites that the compressor lines are different, allowing the rear lines to tie in. I have not been able to find a donor close by to pull it all from. Could a hose shop make the hard lines...
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    New member from AL

    Thanks for all the welcome posts! How many posts are needed to make a WTB post in the wanted section?
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    Adding gauges

    Bears208, I need more details and info on your gauge cluster mods! I have all the Phantom gauges except speedo from another project, and an extra factory bezel, just not sure about the work to make them mount in there.
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    kick panel speaker housings

    Want to add the kick panel housings, and my own speakers. Not interested in the pre-loaded ones. Any have experience with the current offerings and their fitment?
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    AM/FM Radio

    Took the am/fm only radio out, sold it online for like $50 and coulda sold 10 of em! Who knew? I have a few old shaft mount Kenwood radios, wish I had an Alpine. I'm just gonna go with that shaft mount Kenwood, connect it to a Hifonics EQ that allows dual inputs, then use one of those Apple...
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    Headliner what to do

    I'm just going to use some fabric I picked up cheap to recover mine after cleaning all the old adhesive and foam off. Seen several folks use fleece blankets and other fabric and looks good.
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    New member from AL

    Realized I've never done the intro post. Picked up my latest square about 6 months ago, 87 R2500 Suburban Custom Deluxe w/454. I think I'm 3rd owner, previous was a buddy who had it for 10 years and probably didn't put 8K on it. Extremely solid and rust free truck, just needs a little love...
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    85 suburban 454 exhaust setup

    Interested, looking for a solution for my 454 Burb
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    Removal of Air Smog system 87 v30 454 4BRL Carb

    Thanks for this, about to do the same and maybe the belt number will be right for my 87
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    Exhaust options for nv4500 swap

    Considering this swap so interested to hear feedback.
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    Tbi hesitation/stall from stop *solved*

    following
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    Gear Vendors OD

    I've searched here, looking for some more recent input with folks who have actually used the GV OD units in these trucks. I'm not looking for an 'expert' opinion on what I should do, just real world experience with the GV. Rig is an 87 2wd 3/4 Burb with 454/Turbo 400/3.73 FF D60 and about 108K...
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    Rocker question

    So, I know the rockers are very prone to rust. Attaching a pic of what is really the only significant rust on my 87 Burb. Passenger front rocker has two spots right where the factory lip has holes. But why, and can I do anything to prevent further issue when I do new rubber? Did this side of...
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    14 bolt question

    Thanks! Can you give me some more specific instructions on how and parts needed to do this? I’m about to dive into full brake rebuilds on both sides due to a bad wheel cylinder. Might as well just go ahead and do it all since it’s kinda a pain to get the drum off anyway - I don’t know the shoe...
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    14 bolt question

    I think this FF is original. RPO shows 3.73 open. I found the same chalk marking, upside down, on the passenger frame rail. Pulled a wheel on the side I know I have a wheel cylinder leak. All looks the same as far as age and no indication this rear has been changed. I’ll be diving in to wheel...

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