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    Kelsey Hayes brake controller

    So I finally got around to removing the old KH hyrdraulic brake controller. I didn't harvest the entire wire going to back of truck. Wondering if there would be any interest if someone was wanting something period correct? Not even sure what it would be worth to someone. I have the unit and...
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    big block starter replacement

    So, need to replace starter on my 87 454. Don't trust the usual auto parts stores remans, maybe the Napa with lifetime warranty. Not a terribly hard job but don't care to lay on the ground and do it over again cause of a crappy part. Is there any advantage to the mini starters? Engine is...
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    what is this plug

    So, going through hose replacements and general maintenance on this old girl that I aquired awhile back. Not sure what this dangling plug is for, don't see a lone plug that should go into it. 87 454 TBI. Not totally sure what these two relays do either. But, trying to determine what this...
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    aux trans cooler question

    So, about to do a radiator flush and replace all my hoses but I'm a bit puzzled about the aux trans cooler. Truck has the factory HD trailering package w/FF rear axle and 13" JB7 brakes (3/4, 454). Also has the factory engine oil cooler. Truck is very original overall with only 2 previous...
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    Anyone used the Glowshift gauge setup

    It's almost half of the others. My biggest gripe is it has no odometer, just a tripmeter. But otherwise, seems like an option.
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    dual battery w/isolator and solar charging

    So, looking to put in two fresh batteries and make a dual setup. I have a diode isolator. But, I see these Cyrix isolators, and I'm trying to figure out how I could wire in a simple cheap solar trickle charger to keep both batteries topped off, as this won't be a daily driver. Anyone done this?
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    how many posts for WTB or for sale

    Asked before and not answered by admins. How many posts required to post in WTB or for sale?
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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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    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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    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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    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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    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

    So, my 87 3/4 Burb (454/400) seems to have a bit of a leak from pinion seal I think. Also gotta fix a wheel cylinder. But, this diff cover has me a bit confused with the “76” marked on it. Is it a cover off an older truck? An axle swapped in? Will prob pop the cover off eventually to check...
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    Suburban dually build

    So, I know there are older Burb dually builds out there, but don't find much recent info on the build process. I know there were fenders available back in the day, which are no longer - but that's really not my first focus. I have an 87 3/4 2wd Burb, 454, and I'm contemplating converting it to...
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    1987 Suburban speedo

    So, my 87 3/4 ton Burb with a 454/turbo400 combo stock - I'm assuming the speedo is mechanical? I'm about to delete the smog equipment and TBI (no comments from the peanut gallery bout that, I don't care what you think). Trying to decide whether to use an almost complete set of Autometer...

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