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oldtek · 10-21-2011, 03:47 AM

just drug this home today. 1984 halfton scottsdale suburban. 6.2/700r4. the guy wanted 500 dollars and I got him down to 200. it runs like a top with new injection pump and injectors. the PO even installed a new hydro boost, master cylinder, calipers and rear brakes before she drove it out to burning man. she had to have it towed home because the transmission went out. after i got it home i popped a new governor in the transmission and it drives and shifts beautifully. I would drive it, but its rusty. the rustiest squarebody suburban ive ever seen. im keeping the motor for my 3/4 ton project and the transmission is going in my friends caprice cop car.

*C-10 simplex* · 10-21-2011, 11:23 AM

Ultimate deal. If left as is, this could be a tremendous good move financially.

i'm not saying leave it as is, i'm just saying if one were to leave it as is it would be a tremendous wealth building move.

Because, basically, you've got something that will get 24-27 mpg and in some places diesel is cheaper than gas but will get into that later and something that is easy/cheap to fix.

oldtek · 10-21-2011, 05:48 PM

I tried selling the white suburban for $1500.00 last year and nobody wanted it and its beautiful. the blue suburban has bad rust, the headliner and carpet has been ripped out, the body is beat and the tailgate is destroyed. i just dont see the value in it.

68Timber · 10-21-2011, 06:29 PM

Is the converter the only difference between diesel and gas transmissions?

**N2TRUX** · 10-22-2011, 01:43 PM

Lets keep this post on topic or it will be closed. This is not a For Sale or Wanted to Buy post.

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*C-10 simplex* · 10-22-2011, 05:30 PM

Not sure who is trying to buy/sell what?

Pls clarify.

rustyrodknocker · 10-23-2011, 12:57 AM

at $160 a ton thats a free drivetrain. cant beat that. Ive been looking high and low for a 6.2

oldtek · 10-23-2011, 02:14 AM

I wasnt trying to sell or trade for anything. just posting up a truck that fell into my lap is all.

BRUISER:

as far as the 700r4 goes, I believe the only difference is the converters.

**old Rusty C10** · 10-23-2011, 08:24 AM

You will notice that the original post was edited by forum staff. We edit out certain comments which can be read as a for sale or trade when you are a non subscriber, and make the standard comment which N2Trux did. He also asked that you PM staff or Admin if you had any questions. This thread can now go back to its originat subject , or it will be locked. Please PM myself or any other staff member should you have any further questions or comments..

*C-10 simplex* · 10-23-2011, 10:46 AM

Oh yes---now i see the edit by admin at the bottom.

thanks for clarifying.

rcbildr · 10-25-2011, 05:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BRUISER

Is the converter the only difference between diesel and gas transmissions?

I've read the governor is different too.

rpmerf · 10-25-2011, 06:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldtek

I would drive it, but its rusty. the rustiest squarebody suburban ive ever seen.

Unless the drivers side has rusted off, it comes no where close to how rust my 89 was. I stuck my hand through the outside of the door to fix the power window once.....

Awesome deal!

Hoods69BadBowTie · 10-31-2011, 10:27 PM

Wow looks like you stole it for 200 bucks nice buy. Wish I could find one that cheap I need a new 6.2 for my blazer haha

10-21-2011, 03:47 AM	#1
oldtek Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: northern california Posts: 123	burning man taxi just drug this home today. 1984 halfton scottsdale suburban. 6.2/700r4. the guy wanted 500 dollars and I got him down to 200. it runs like a top with new injection pump and injectors. the PO even installed a new hydro boost, master cylinder, calipers and rear brakes before she drove it out to burning man. she had to have it towed home because the transmission went out. after i got it home i popped a new governor in the transmission and it drives and shifts beautifully. I would drive it, but its rusty. the rustiest squarebody suburban ive ever seen. im keeping the motor for my 3/4 ton project and the transmission is going in my friends caprice cop car. Last edited by N2TRUX; 10-22-2011 at 01:41 PM.

10-21-2011, 11:23 AM	#2
C-10 simplex Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: indisclosed Posts: 1,515	Re: burning man taxi Ultimate deal. If left as is, this could be a tremendous good move financially. i'm not saying leave it as is, i'm just saying if one were to leave it as is it would be a tremendous wealth building move. Because, basically, you've got something that will get 24-27 mpg and in some places diesel is cheaper than gas but will get into that later and something that is easy/cheap to fix.

10-21-2011, 05:48 PM	#3
oldtek Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: northern california Posts: 123	Re: burning man taxi I tried selling the white suburban for $1500.00 last year and nobody wanted it and its beautiful. the blue suburban has bad rust, the headliner and carpet has been ripped out, the body is beat and the tailgate is destroyed. i just dont see the value in it.

10-21-2011, 06:29 PM	#4
68Timber I know the pieces fit Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: MONTGOMERY, AL Posts: 5,523	Re: burning man taxi Is the converter the only difference between diesel and gas transmissions? __________________ John 79 2wd Blazer (Bruiser) 85 M1009 Blazer (Sarge) build 74 Honda Z50 build

10-22-2011, 01:43 PM	#5
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: burning man taxi Lets keep this post on topic or it will be closed. This is not a For Sale or Wanted to Buy post. Please note that you must be a supporting member to post classified item. This includes but is not limited to What Its Worth, Want To Buy, Want To Trade, and For Sale. Please consider supporting the forum by subscribing. Further information on the subscription levels available are located here If you need any further assistance with that please contact any Admin for help. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

10-22-2011, 05:30 PM	#6
C-10 simplex Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: indisclosed Posts: 1,515	Re: burning man taxi Not sure who is trying to buy/sell what? Pls clarify.

10-23-2011, 12:57 AM	#7
rustyrodknocker Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: salem oregon Posts: 414	Re: burning man taxi at $160 a ton thats a free drivetrain. cant beat that. Ive been looking high and low for a 6.2

10-23-2011, 02:14 AM	#8
oldtek Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: northern california Posts: 123	Re: burning man taxi I wasnt trying to sell or trade for anything. just posting up a truck that fell into my lap is all. BRUISER: as far as the 700r4 goes, I believe the only difference is the converters.

10-23-2011, 08:24 AM	#9
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	Re: burning man taxi You will notice that the original post was edited by forum staff. We edit out certain comments which can be read as a for sale or trade when you are a non subscriber, and make the standard comment which N2Trux did. He also asked that you PM staff or Admin if you had any questions. This thread can now go back to its originat subject , or it will be locked. Please PM myself or any other staff member should you have any further questions or comments.. __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

10-23-2011, 10:46 AM	#10
C-10 simplex Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: indisclosed Posts: 1,515	Re: burning man taxi Oh yes---now i see the edit by admin at the bottom. thanks for clarifying.

10-31-2011, 10:27 PM	#13
Hoods69BadBowTie Chevys Kick A$$ Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Zootown, MT Posts: 12,699	Re: burning man taxi Wow looks like you stole it for 200 bucks nice buy. Wish I could find one that cheap I need a new 6.2 for my blazer haha __________________ HOODS is what I answer too -'79, '77, '88 Pickup Sold, '85 Camaro, '83 T/A, '81,'83,'90 K5 Blazer All Sold -'79 3/4 ton "Big Yellow Bananna" Lifted 4spd. 39.5 TSL Swampers, The money Pit -'86 K5 Blazer Silverado 6.2 4" lift 35"s -'95 Ext. Cab Shorty 4" Tuff Country rolling 35" M/T's -'83 Monte Carlo T-Tops. 126,500 Original Miles -LATER I would rather push a Chevy then drive a ford!!



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