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vern350 · 12-28-2008, 01:21 AM

I don't know how long this project has been put off, but its time to get back at it. My father and myself will be using his 86 scottsdale body on this truck, as his is getting tough in some areas and needs some attention. The mint cab that I found will be kept for something nicer than a 4x4 that will see winter. Rolled the frame back into the shop part of the garage tonight. Progess will begin shortly. Pictures to follow.

ChaseDale3and8 · 12-28-2008, 04:19 AM

Looking forward to seeing your progress! ...Joe

84 400 · 12-28-2008, 07:00 PM

cool to see this being brought back. So what happened with the 82? Also since your dad is donating his 86 what square is replacing his or is he gonna use this one?

Should look good with the 6 inch lift.

vern350 · 12-28-2008, 08:13 PM

The 82 is still kicking around for parts. My dad will be using an 87 chevy pickup we just got on the road. Dads truck need some attention and the 305/700R4/3.08 is getting tired with around 330,000 kms. We have been using it for all our towing....

so its only fair it gets some freshing up. Tucked the cab away in the corner for now, the garage needs major cleaning and organizing.

vern350 · 01-04-2009, 11:27 PM

Both front and rear axles were dropped for some cleaning up/paint and to make way for 6" lift. Burned up the rubber seal on the top ball joint on the drivers side while removing the stock steering arm. Stock steering arm is to be replaced with one that has correction for lift. So new ball joints for drivers side. Hopefully have the diffs back under the truck early this up coming week with new oil, seals, and brakes installed. U-bolts are to be ready for pickup monday afternoon. Had to get some made for 3/4 ton axles.

vern350 · 01-04-2009, 11:28 PM

more

62 short step · 01-04-2009, 11:50 PM

Looking good!

vern350 · 01-05-2009, 06:23 PM

Dad went to the states today to get some parts;

front calipers
pads
steering damper
rear wheel cylinders
brake lines for the rear
diff cover gaskets
pinion seals
positraction differential fluid additive

U bolts were also ready for pickup. So hopefully get things back together shortly.

vern350 · 01-05-2009, 10:45 PM

Got the rear diff in tonight, still needs fluid.

84 400 · 01-06-2009, 12:24 AM

looks good.

vern350 · 01-12-2009, 09:18 PM

Front axle is bolted in, rear brakes are installed. Installation of front brakes, hubs, axle shafts, etc is next. Hopefully have the truck rolling shortly, to free the hoist up. Going to need to pick out some rims and tires for this beast shorty. I need to order longer brake lines, shock boots, and a front sway bar drop. Off Road Design has a nice quick disconnect one. I think down the road I'll replace the 4" blocks with ORD 4" shackle flip.

vern350 · 01-22-2009, 10:55 PM

Well its rolling again. Only thing not done on the front axle is the calipers and pads, which will be put on when its ready to hit the road. Came across a small problem with the rear hanger not being a 4x4 version, but thanks to softballrnd27 we'll on our merry way again. Heres a picture of the 2wd hanger currently on the truck and how much shorter it is then a 4x4 one.

vern350 · 02-19-2009, 09:14 PM

Update: dad started tearing apart his own truck! Getting ready to do some minor rust repair on his cab and to insert a 4x4 transmission hump. Decided to use this truck for the body donor because its at the state where the rust needs attention before it gets worse. Also added a picture of the helper.

84 400 · 02-20-2009, 04:22 AM

hahah your dads helper looks alot like mine........

vern350 · 04-20-2009, 11:44 PM

Not much done to the truck since the 4 week break over the holidays, been busy with school and dad with work. Had a chance this pass weekend to do some work in the garage, got a box on the truck just temporary while fixing up another 87 pickup. Got an idea how it will sit with the lift minus the front of the rear 4x4 hangers and some bigger tires.

Dusty4x4 · 04-21-2009, 08:06 PM

looking good

vern350 · 06-21-2009, 09:25 PM

Finally found some rims for the truck, some old 16.5x9.75 slots. I will be getting 35" BFG all terrain for them. Very limited choice in tires, BFG may be the only company to make a bigger 16.5 tire. Discount tire said they can still get them. I wanted to make sure I could get a decent tire before getting the rims.

vern350 · 06-21-2009, 09:33 PM

Double post, please delete.

joe231 · 11-25-2009, 05:36 PM

what's going on with this bad-boy??
updates?

vern350 · 12-01-2009, 01:03 AM

Just waiting on time for myself and dad to get to time together, and I need parts like brake lines, tires, etc. Just a matter of putting it together. Hopefully some updates over the holidays.

Big bad Green · 12-03-2010, 01:23 PM

SO wait your not using the org frame from the GMc?

12-28-2008, 01:21 AM	#51
vern350 like a rock Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 517	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build I don't know how long this project has been put off, but its time to get back at it. My father and myself will be using his 86 scottsdale body on this truck, as his is getting tough in some areas and needs some attention. The mint cab that I found will be kept for something nicer than a 4x4 that will see winter. Rolled the frame back into the shop part of the garage tonight. Progess will begin shortly. Pictures to follow. Last edited by vern350; 12-28-2008 at 07:54 PM.

12-28-2008, 04:19 AM	#52
ChaseDale3and8 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Springfield Mo. Posts: 1,086	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build Looking forward to seeing your progress! ...Joe __________________ I'm not speedin'! I'm qualifyin'!

12-28-2008, 07:00 PM	#53
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,746	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build cool to see this being brought back. So what happened with the 82? Also since your dad is donating his 86 what square is replacing his or is he gonna use this one? Should look good with the 6 inch lift. __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

12-28-2008, 08:13 PM	#54
vern350 like a rock Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 517	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build The 82 is still kicking around for parts. My dad will be using an 87 chevy pickup we just got on the road. Dads truck need some attention and the 305/700R4/3.08 is getting tired with around 330,000 kms. We have been using it for all our towing.... so its only fair it gets some freshing up. Tucked the cab away in the corner for now, the garage needs major cleaning and organizing. Attached Images

01-04-2009, 11:27 PM	#55
vern350 like a rock Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 517	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build Both front and rear axles were dropped for some cleaning up/paint and to make way for 6" lift. Burned up the rubber seal on the top ball joint on the drivers side while removing the stock steering arm. Stock steering arm is to be replaced with one that has correction for lift. So new ball joints for drivers side. Hopefully have the diffs back under the truck early this up coming week with new oil, seals, and brakes installed. U-bolts are to be ready for pickup monday afternoon. Had to get some made for 3/4 ton axles. Attached Images

01-04-2009, 11:28 PM	#56
vern350 like a rock Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 517	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build more Attached Images

01-04-2009, 11:50 PM	#57
62 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Greenwell Springs, Louisiana Posts: 2,882	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build Looking good! __________________ www.louisianaclassictruckclub.com 1965 c-10 86 chevy c/k 20

01-05-2009, 06:23 PM	#58
vern350 like a rock Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 517	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build Dad went to the states today to get some parts; front calipers pads steering damper rear wheel cylinders brake lines for the rear diff cover gaskets pinion seals positraction differential fluid additive U bolts were also ready for pickup. So hopefully get things back together shortly. Last edited by vern350; 01-05-2009 at 06:24 PM.

01-05-2009, 10:45 PM	#59
vern350 like a rock Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 517	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build Got the rear diff in tonight, still needs fluid. Attached Images

01-06-2009, 12:24 AM	#60
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,746	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build looks good. __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

01-12-2009, 09:18 PM	#61
vern350 like a rock Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 517	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build Front axle is bolted in, rear brakes are installed. Installation of front brakes, hubs, axle shafts, etc is next. Hopefully have the truck rolling shortly, to free the hoist up. Going to need to pick out some rims and tires for this beast shorty. I need to order longer brake lines, shock boots, and a front sway bar drop. Off Road Design has a nice quick disconnect one. I think down the road I'll replace the 4" blocks with ORD 4" shackle flip. Attached Images Last edited by vern350; 01-12-2009 at 09:22 PM.

01-22-2009, 10:55 PM	#62
vern350 like a rock Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 517	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build Well its rolling again. Only thing not done on the front axle is the calipers and pads, which will be put on when its ready to hit the road. Came across a small problem with the rear hanger not being a 4x4 version, but thanks to softballrnd27 we'll on our merry way again. Heres a picture of the 2wd hanger currently on the truck and how much shorter it is then a 4x4 one. Attached Images

02-19-2009, 09:14 PM	#63
vern350 like a rock Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 517	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build Update: dad started tearing apart his own truck! Getting ready to do some minor rust repair on his cab and to insert a 4x4 transmission hump. Decided to use this truck for the body donor because its at the state where the rust needs attention before it gets worse. Also added a picture of the helper. Attached Images

02-20-2009, 04:22 AM	#64
84 400 Sb 400 club Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: NH / MA Posts: 2,746	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build hahah your dads helper looks alot like mine........ __________________ 1984 chevy c10, built 400sb,.(SOLD) 77 K10 Project / daily driver "The Grinch" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=318363 1956 Willys Wagon (327 chevy) Project (Now Buick 225) 1980 Corvette L-48 4 speed 1992 Mustang GT built 5.0 5 speed 1985 C10 LWB Sold 1982 K10 SWB plow truck Parted out 1986 D30 M1028 fire brush truck Parted out

04-20-2009, 11:44 PM	#65
vern350 like a rock Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 517	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build Not much done to the truck since the 4 week break over the holidays, been busy with school and dad with work. Had a chance this pass weekend to do some work in the garage, got a box on the truck just temporary while fixing up another 87 pickup. Got an idea how it will sit with the lift minus the front of the rear 4x4 hangers and some bigger tires. Attached Images



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04-21-2009, 08:06 PM	#66
Dusty4x4 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Brevard,N.C Posts: 173	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build looking good __________________ 1980 1/2 ton shortbed project 1978 grand prix project Never stop trying...

06-21-2009, 09:25 PM	#67
vern350 like a rock Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 517	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build Finally found some rims for the truck, some old 16.5x9.75 slots. I will be getting 35" BFG all terrain for them. Very limited choice in tires, BFG may be the only company to make a bigger 16.5 tire. Discount tire said they can still get them. I wanted to make sure I could get a decent tire before getting the rims. Attached Images

06-21-2009, 09:33 PM	#68
vern350 like a rock Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 517	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build Double post, please delete. Last edited by vern350; 06-21-2009 at 09:34 PM.

11-25-2009, 05:36 PM	#69
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build what's going on with this bad-boy?? updates? __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

12-01-2009, 01:03 AM	#70
vern350 like a rock Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 517	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build Just waiting on time for myself and dad to get to time together, and I need parts like brake lines, tires, etc. Just a matter of putting it together. Hopefully some updates over the holidays.

12-03-2010, 01:23 PM	#71
Big bad Green Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eliot Maine Posts: 231	Re: 2wd to 4x4 build SO wait your not using the org frame from the GMc? __________________ 1968 Chevy K20 Long bed dump truck 1978 Chevy Custom deluxe long bed 1986 Chevy Custom deluxe short bed 1987 Chevy Custom deluxe short bed 1987 Chevy Silverado short bed 1990 Chevy Silverado K5 Blazer All four wheel drive! All non mutt trucks!

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