73-87 FAQ request. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

***Liz*** · 05-07-2011, 03:18 PM

Augie has been working really hard on reorganizing the FAQ area. When we were reviewing it, we saw that the 73-87 area only has 21 threads in it, and many are quite old.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/f...splay.php?f=28

If you guys have any great threads that should be FAQs bookmarked, or see any in the future, would you please report them. Ken, Bob, Joe and many of the staff try to do so also.. but we really need the members help on this.

Also, if you have any topics which you would like to see FAQs, please post them here.

Thanks in advance for your help.

augie · 05-08-2011, 01:43 PM

Bump.

No one has any threads they would like saved for posterity?
Any subject you'd like to see a write-up on?

THE "10" SILVERADO · 05-08-2011, 02:14 PM

I don't have any specific write-ups that I'd like there but I know the question "how to make a long bed to a short bed" is brought up a lot....and a lot of forum members have done it so a write up there would be nice.....

jitteryguy · 05-09-2011, 09:51 AM

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Originally Posted by THE "10" SILVERADO

I don't have any specific write-ups that I'd like there but I know the question "how to make a long bed to a short bed" is brought up a lot....and a lot of forum members have done it so a write up there would be nice.....

this one is very common, and a post from the 67-72 side is alway's mention'n along with one from another site. there need's to be one for the 73-87 side, I know there are several on here, I think they buried in build thread's. mabey one of the guy's that have done properly could do one up just cover'n that.

Just a thought, I dont know what it would take to do it.

**hatzie** · 05-08-2011, 03:05 PM

The odd stuff that's really helpful when you need it. Like...
Hydroboost Hose Diagram

85gmcguy · 05-08-2011, 03:12 PM

I did a write-up on heater/defroster/AC vents. I'm not sure if it would qualify.
Thread title is my Defroster Debacle, but it covers a lot of ground.

**PRattenbury** · 05-08-2011, 03:40 PM

Different types of suspension drop systems, how they are installed would be cool. Static drops, air suspensions, c-notches, how to deal with front suspension components like control arms, ball joints, bushings, how to do drop spindles, how to do brake systems, how to swap 81-87 noses for 73-80 noses, how to replace floor pans, rockers, doors, among the zillions of other subjects. Instrument clusters, what else...

Keith Seymore · 05-08-2011, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by PRattenbury

Different types of suspension drop systems, how they are installed would be cool. Static drops, air suspensions, c-notches, how to deal with front suspension components like control arms, ball joints, bushings, how to do drop spindles, how to do brake systems, how to swap 81-87 noses for 73-80 noses, how to replace floor pans, rockers, doors, among the zillions of other subjects. Instrument clusters, what else...

Agree - "How do I drop my two wheeler" is on all the time, as is "how do I install a tach cluster?".

Also - requests for tire/wheel combinations and pics.

K

boatpuller · 05-08-2011, 07:48 PM

."how about some engine pics?" i bet there is 4 or 5 of those.newer guys ask for stuff without searching first.iv'e done it myself.and rear bumper brackets come up all the time.

80SPORT · 05-08-2011, 07:56 PM

long bed/crewcab to short bed conversion
front sheet metal swaps...73-80 to 81-87 and the other way
also the 89-91 Blazer nose conversion
4wd to 2wd and the other way
3/4-1 ton to 1/2 ton ..especially crewcabs
bumper interchange ...especially the rear sport types
lowering and lift kits
tach and bucket seat installs and interchange

augie · 05-11-2011, 11:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 85gmcguy

I did a write-up on heater/defroster/AC vents. I'm not sure if it would qualify.
Thread title is my Defroster Debacle, but it covers a lot of ground.

Thanks Gary! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=463885

rjn72 · 05-08-2011, 05:06 PM

From dually to single rear wheel conversion gets asked on occassion.

TheWhiteElephant · 05-08-2011, 10:32 PM

I have quickly found that the 4X4 threads are really lacking in tech articles or threads. I'm working on some suspension tech that I will eventually post some how-tos on if that will help. Googling tech questions mostly points to other sites.
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**N2TRUX** · 05-08-2011, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by TheWhiteElephant

..... Googling tech questions mostly points to other sites.....

I agree. The problem is we don't have that many 4wd owners compared to 2wd owners. Consequently the 4wd guys go to 4wd related sites.

motornut · 05-10-2011, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by N2TRUX

I agree. The problem is we don't have that many 4wd owners compared to 2wd owners. Consequently the 4wd guys go to 4wd related sites.

google got me here,from miles away,looking for 4 wheel parts....
havn't left yet......
not done readin
lol got years to catch up on

carbs rebuilding? one for as many as poss.
with the cost of gas maybe what saves you $$ and what cost you$$?
anything fuel saving related,one member tries what worked for another?and then another agrees to try and so on
some of this is covered in threads yes but hard to find

augie · 05-10-2011, 01:28 PM

These are great, how about some more?

manimal · 05-10-2011, 06:17 PM

how about some diagrams;
Single headlight relays-

Dual headlight relays-

augie · 05-11-2011, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by manimal

how about some diagrams;

Great! It's now part of the 73-87 FAQ! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...36#post4673436

Jerry Jones · 05-10-2011, 08:28 PM

Cool!

tucsonjwt · 05-10-2011, 09:26 PM

Two topics would be useful:

1) How to remove/replace window regulator and power window motor with good pics.

2) How to replace window run channels and felts and vent window rubber.

I think these have been posted somewhere but I can't remember when or where.

augie · 05-18-2011, 11:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tucsonjwt

2) How to replace window run channels and felts and vent window rubber.

I did the felt on the driver's side the other weekend, and I couldn't find a good rundown on how to do it. Maybe when I do the passenger side I'll take some pics and do a writeup.

Conundrum · 05-10-2011, 10:18 PM

Auto trans to manual conversions, and the otherway
Overdrive retro fits, manual and auto
LS engine swap
Carb to fuel injection, and the other way

These are asked for often as well

Prerunner1982 · 05-19-2011, 12:29 AM

Not a tech FAQ but what about a year ID thread?

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=464809

firenuttz · 05-19-2011, 12:35 AM

i just started one for lift laws and regulations, that might be a good one for some of the 4x4 guys out there...it sure helped me

babyJay · 05-19-2011, 08:49 PM

Dash pad repair / vendor info would be great. Seems to come up every few days or so.

05-07-2011, 03:18 PM	#1
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,815	73-87 FAQ request. Augie has been working really hard on reorganizing the FAQ area. When we were reviewing it, we saw that the 73-87 area only has 21 threads in it, and many are quite old. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/f...splay.php?f=28 If you guys have any great threads that should be FAQs bookmarked, or see any in the future, would you please report them. Ken, Bob, Joe and many of the staff try to do so also.. but we really need the members help on this. Also, if you have any topics which you would like to see FAQs, please post them here. Thanks in advance for your help.

05-08-2011, 01:43 PM	#2
augie Waiting for Paul to Open Safe Join Date: May 2005 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 4,570	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. Bump. No one has any threads they would like saved for posterity? Any subject you'd like to see a write-up on?

05-08-2011, 02:14 PM	#3
THE "10" SILVERADO Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Marble Falls, TX Posts: 1,575	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. I don't have any specific write-ups that I'd like there but I know the question "how to make a long bed to a short bed" is brought up a lot....and a lot of forum members have done it so a write up there would be nice..... __________________ Michael Re-starting the neglected '77...http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=425464&page=9

05-08-2011, 03:05 PM	#5
hatzie Moderator Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Wentworth, NH Posts: 5,014	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. The odd stuff that's really helpful when you need it. Like... Hydroboost Hose Diagram

05-08-2011, 03:12 PM	#6
85gmcguy Plays with trucks Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Asheville, NC Posts: 433	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. I did a write-up on heater/defroster/AC vents. I'm not sure if it would qualify. Thread title is my Defroster Debacle, but it covers a lot of ground. __________________ Gary My Dad's Old Truck 1985

05-08-2011, 03:40 PM	#7
PRattenbury Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Maumelle, AR Posts: 478	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. Different types of suspension drop systems, how they are installed would be cool. Static drops, air suspensions, c-notches, how to deal with front suspension components like control arms, ball joints, bushings, how to do drop spindles, how to do brake systems, how to swap 81-87 noses for 73-80 noses, how to replace floor pans, rockers, doors, among the zillions of other subjects. Instrument clusters, what else...

05-08-2011, 07:48 PM	#9
boatpuller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sun City West, Az Posts: 3,822	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. ."how about some engine pics?" i bet there is 4 or 5 of those.newer guys ask for stuff without searching first.iv'e done it myself.and rear bumper brackets come up all the time. __________________ " Never look up a dead dogs butt." Last edited by boatpuller; 05-08-2011 at 07:49 PM.

05-08-2011, 07:56 PM	#10
80SPORT Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: red deer alberta Posts: 777	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. long bed/crewcab to short bed conversion front sheet metal swaps...73-80 to 81-87 and the other way also the 89-91 Blazer nose conversion 4wd to 2wd and the other way 3/4-1 ton to 1/2 ton ..especially crewcabs bumper interchange ...especially the rear sport types lowering and lift kits tach and bucket seat installs and interchange

05-08-2011, 05:06 PM	#12
rjn72 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: el paso, ar Posts: 139	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. From dually to single rear wheel conversion gets asked on occassion. __________________ JESUS IS LORD 87 crew cab V30 454/400

05-08-2011, 10:32 PM	#13
TheWhiteElephant God is good! Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Texas Posts: 689	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. I have quickly found that the 4X4 threads are really lacking in tech articles or threads. I'm working on some suspension tech that I will eventually post some how-tos on if that will help. Googling tech questions mostly points to other sites. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Mando *"It takes a smart man to know when he's stupid." -- Barney Rubble* My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=430367

05-10-2011, 01:28 PM	#16
augie Waiting for Paul to Open Safe Join Date: May 2005 Location: Everett, WA Posts: 4,570	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. These are great, how about some more?

05-10-2011, 06:17 PM	#17
manimal Registered User Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southern Kalifornia Posts: 3,066	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. how about some diagrams; Single headlight relays- Dual headlight relays- __________________ ------------------------------------------------------ -Lance 2000 Chevy C2500, 5.7, 4L80e 1999 Suburban K2500, 7.4, 4L80e 1980 Camaro..son's car...PROJECT

05-10-2011, 08:28 PM	#19
Jerry Jones Happy Camper Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Northern California Posts: 8,407	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. Cool! __________________ RIP El Jay! Love you brother!

05-10-2011, 09:26 PM	#20
tucsonjwt Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 3,195	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. Two topics would be useful: 1) How to remove/replace window regulator and power window motor with good pics. 2) How to replace window run channels and felts and vent window rubber. I think these have been posted somewhere but I can't remember when or where.

05-10-2011, 10:18 PM	#22
Conundrum Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Parsons, KS Posts: 652	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. Auto trans to manual conversions, and the otherway Overdrive retro fits, manual and auto LS engine swap Carb to fuel injection, and the other way These are asked for often as well __________________ 74 GMC SWB Project "Sin-thia" Static Dropped 8"f/10"r http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=460030 97 GMC reg cab short bed, 4.3V6 / 5spd, daily driver 220,000 miles, all stock for now



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05-19-2011, 12:29 AM	#23
Prerunner1982 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Edmond, OK Posts: 5,904	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. Not a tech FAQ but what about a year ID thread? http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=464809 __________________ Jon 1982 Chevy Silverado 350/th350.... RETIRED 1993 Jeep XJ 2 door(Cherokee) 4wd 4.0ltr/AX-15 (5spd)/NP231 .... Oklahoma Roll Call

05-19-2011, 12:35 AM	#24
firenuttz 2lo4me/ntlonuf/ntfstnf Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 239	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. i just started one for lift laws and regulations, that might be a good one for some of the 4x4 guys out there...it sure helped me __________________ 62 GMC swb fleetside~ project: still undecided 84 Chevy 4wd crew cab 8 inch lift and 37" goodyear h1 pulloffs, still rockin the old mans former plate 2LO4ME 65 chevy 1 ton panel~ bagged/bodied duramax plans slowly in progress... 02 Silverado cclb duramax~ sas'd "bro" truck with more rust than imagineable...

05-19-2011, 08:49 PM	#25
babyJay Arrived on a Pale Horse Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: SnagTown Indiana Posts: 2,524	Re: 73-87 FAQ request. Dash pad repair / vendor info would be great. Seems to come up every few days or so. __________________ Jason 87 V30 350TBI/400 White w/Boss V-plow 89 R3500 CC SRW

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