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menace121978 · 08-30-2009, 09:25 PM

i think the truck turned out nice. granted, imo the truck wasnt a big piece when it came in like he made it to be, and of course there are things we all would have done differently... but all in all i think it turned out nice.

with all this talk about brakes you guys have me thinking i made a bad decision w/ keeping the stock set-up in the front and same stock size rear disc in the back!! man i hope i see some kind of braking improvement!?! jeez, i hope they dont look too small also... the main reason for doing them all new disc front and rear was for performance and looks

85Bowtie · 08-30-2009, 09:26 PM

Well, as I've had my truck since I was 16, I can assure you I use to drive the absolute hell out of it.

Never once did I ever feel the factory disc/rear drum were inadaquate. I understand that these brakes would offer additional braking support, but I can't justify the cost, especially when your driving just as fast and the truck weighs the same. $.02

If you want the upgrade, it's your money so I say do what you want, I'm not against that. But I get tired of the whole "mandatory" brake upgrade these shows feed you. The whole more HP = bigger brakes is BS. Speed is speed. They aren't going to magically stop a vehicle from 140mph to 40mph any better once your already at those high speeds. Now if I was to roadrace my truck.....

but we're talking street vehicles.

This is America, do what you want to your truck, just don't try and make me believe all the hype.

f.monroe · 08-30-2009, 09:45 PM

My opinion of the braking issue is that GM put a bit of money into the brake system and it is up to the task it was designed for . Once the wheels and tires are changed to a larger diameter , then the brakes are no longer being used as originally intended . A 15 inch wheel and a comparable L78-15 or 235/75/15 wont require a brake upgrade . I have to say that I would like to have a better brake setup on my 78 since I installed the 20's but cant afford it . As to the show , the LMC ref., his happy attitude , etc , I admit I sometimes mute it but wouldnt stop watching the show . LMC is a sponsor so I am sure they get their name mentioned . As to the truck ,I would have changed a few things if it was mine but it isnt mine. I am sure the owner of Knucklebuster would change some things about my truck . As to the budget build , I wish I had a budget like that .
Frank

71'tahoe · 08-30-2009, 09:52 PM

The brake upgrades are definatly needed when you consider the extra rolling mass of bigger wheels and tires. It inertia, those bigger wheels and tires weigh more than the 15" cragers. Todays trends seem to favor the big wheels. The brakes are needed to help slow the extra mass. I think its a justifiable option. If some one thinks bigger brakes are for looks then they should go check out the brake section on PRO-TOURING.COM & LATERAL-G.NET,then come back and say they are for looks.

I know my 83' short stepper could use the bigger brakes. I pull a car trailer with it more than im running empty and they would help me a ton. If you drive your truck to work,and have to get on the expressway and deal with rush hour stop and go traffic,then you will appreciate the bigger brakes as they will not fade when they get hot as stock spec brakes will.As far as the rest of the build,I think the truck looks great.

One thing I thought was cheesy,was the over head speakers built into the headliner..that was a big thing in the late 80's early 90's,thought that was kinda strange after he said the truck was built in the early 80's.

I like the flattened black paint but the "sticker" on the door I bet will be pulled of after the owner gets the truck back.

The bed wood I wonder how long that will last since he said its easy to remove..I was thinking that was a good way to rot out the bed if the owner never removed it to wash out the steel floor. Im not a fan of the wood over lay. As stated earlier I think it would have been cool i fit was a true wood floor.

boatpuller · 08-30-2009, 10:10 PM

i think it's o.k to "pick" on it.it's done by professional's and broadcast to the public.so,that should be expected.i think guy's on here out of respect are kinder to members truck's.i didn't care for the chrome 20's with all that rubber stuffed in there.they didn't tuck at all.i agree with frank,if that's a budget build.i wish i had a budget

3r!c84 · 08-30-2009, 10:13 PM

yea i dont care for the rims on that truck.
would look better on mine

staggerd86c-10 · 08-30-2009, 10:27 PM

well since everyone feels so strongly on this subject i should say what i feel too. 1st of i wish i would of started off on a truck like that! I also think that he really wasnt on a budget. I have never said this before but im so tired of every other truck out there has a flat black paintjob. I think there are only a hand full of trucks that look good with a flat black paint job, for that he should of left it teal to show how just some bolt-ons change the look of the truck. I also have to agree those "euro" lighting looks super cheesey and i think that he should of either put 20s all the way around and lowered it another inch all the way around and work with just 18s.

As far a stacey goes, come on that guy has the job we all dream of! he gets paid to do all kinds of cool stuff to cars for FREE! I would be happy go lucky and goofy too!

silvereagle07 · 08-30-2009, 10:29 PM

I think the truck turned out pretty nice. Let's face it Staceys' demenor sometimes can be annoying. But in my opinion the show is pretty entertaining. We may not choose to do some of the upgrades he has chosen but that's what makes us all different. Big brake/stock brakes. Big wheels, stock wheels. Stock bed/wood bed. It's all up to you, make them how you want them. Sorry for the rant. I was just excited to see something besides muscle cars being restored or upgraded. I like seeing an episode or two about something I can relate to.

Rollinsqrbdy · 08-30-2009, 11:28 PM

I think it just angers alot of US cause we cant afford to hoop up our own ride. That sucks lol

Driveway Dreams · 08-30-2009, 11:33 PM

This has really turned into a good discussion. I have to point out, comments were made about Stacey's decisions on the truck, keep in mind that it is a show. They have a team of sponsors (like LMC) and a team of producers that make all the decisions of what happens on the show. Stacey is just the face for all of us to put with it. Does he have some input in the upgrades...I'm sure. But is it HIS decision...not entirely.

79gmcc15 · 08-31-2009, 12:33 AM

Also Anyone remember Copperhead?

it looks like to me he knows how to do quality work.

ShowSS12 · 08-31-2009, 12:38 AM

copper head is badass except the wheels and balloon tires,& it always shown in almost every episode

85Bowtie · 08-31-2009, 01:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 79gmcc15

Also Anyone remember Copperhead?

it looks like to me he knows how to do quality work.

The wheels and tires on that look a hell of alot better than on the '73 he just did IMO. I don't understand the concept on the '73 where he said going from a 15" to a bigger wheel is an "upgrade". Looked kinda hoopty to me...

**N2TRUX** · 08-31-2009, 09:05 AM

You have to consider that this is TV. If he just added rally wheels, and a fresh chrome bumper it would be very boring show.

lowchevytrucks8503 · 08-31-2009, 11:47 AM

Copperhead has always been one of my favorite trucks. That bumper looked a little off to anyone else?

*JCampbell* · 08-31-2009, 01:15 PM

Does Stacy still have a mullett? I don't watch the show...just TRUCKS and Xtreme 4x4.

Speaking of which...anyone know what happened to the cute chick on Xtreme?

79gmcc15 · 08-31-2009, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCampbell

Does Stacy still have a mullett? I don't watch the show...just TRUCKS and Xtreme 4x4.

Speaking of which...anyone know what happened to the cute chick on Xtreme?

yes she is indeed! but it looks like she is a new mythbusters *maybe taking over karie?

She was prego* http://dsc.discovery.com/fansites/my...ssi-combs.html

glock35ipsc · 08-31-2009, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 79gmcc15

yes she is indeed! but it looks like she is a new mythbusters *maybe taking over karie?

She was prego* http://dsc.discovery.com/fansites/my...ssi-combs.html

Yummy!

Rob73-87 · 08-31-2009, 01:55 PM

Does anybody know, where you could watch the whole episodes on the internet ?
`cause we don`t get US -TV overhere...

And...are there any other video streams on the net about our squarebodies ??? I can`t wait to see more like that !!!
Rob

*JCampbell* · 08-31-2009, 02:13 PM

Kari w/ Myth Busters is a hottie, too.

Driveway Dreams · 08-31-2009, 02:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by glock35ipsc

Yummy!

You should have seen her at school. I went to WyoTech while she was up there. HOTT!!! And she can build!

3r!c84 · 08-31-2009, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lowchevytrucks8503

Copperhead has always been one of my favorite trucks. That bumper looked a little off to anyone else?

he did a new bumper remolding thing (i for get the term) but it looks like crap
i like the stock one llike in the pic

ShowSS12 · 08-31-2009, 03:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JCampbell

Speaking of which...anyone know what happened to the cute chick on Xtreme?

A 500lb band saw fell on her a broker her back, after that she left the show. Her web page is www.jessicombs.com

*JCampbell* · 08-31-2009, 03:56 PM

Ouch. That sucks.

AceX · 08-31-2009, 05:05 PM

She's off doing stuff with either Lincoln or Miller welders now.

08-30-2009, 09:25 PM	#26
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: Square body on GearzTV i think the truck turned out nice. granted, imo the truck wasnt a big piece when it came in like he made it to be, and of course there are things we all would have done differently... but all in all i think it turned out nice. with all this talk about brakes you guys have me thinking i made a bad decision w/ keeping the stock set-up in the front and same stock size rear disc in the back!! man i hope i see some kind of braking improvement!?! jeez, i hope they dont look too small also... the main reason for doing them all new disc front and rear was for performance and looks __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

08-30-2009, 09:26 PM	#27
85Bowtie Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: TN Posts: 410	Re: Square body on GearzTV Well, as I've had my truck since I was 16, I can assure you I use to drive the absolute hell out of it. Never once did I ever feel the factory disc/rear drum were inadaquate. I understand that these brakes would offer additional braking support, but I can't justify the cost, especially when your driving just as fast and the truck weighs the same. $.02 If you want the upgrade, it's your money so I say do what you want, I'm not against that. But I get tired of the whole "mandatory" brake upgrade these shows feed you. The whole more HP = bigger brakes is BS. Speed is speed. They aren't going to magically stop a vehicle from 140mph to 40mph any better once your already at those high speeds. Now if I was to roadrace my truck..... but we're talking street vehicles. This is America, do what you want to your truck, just don't try and make me believe all the hype. __________________ '69 Dodge Charger R/T 440, 727, 3.55 Sure Grip '68 Plymouth Road Runner 383, 727, 3.23 Sure Grip '89 Dodge Diplomat ex cop car 408, 727, 3.55 Sure Grip '77 Dodge Monaco ex cop car 440, 727, 2.71 '79 Dodge 'Lil Red Express pickup 360, 727, 3.55 Sure Grip '12 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392, M6, 3.92 '85 Chevrolet C-10 SWB 2wd 305, TH350, 2.73

08-30-2009, 09:45 PM	#28
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: Square body on GearzTV My opinion of the braking issue is that GM put a bit of money into the brake system and it is up to the task it was designed for . Once the wheels and tires are changed to a larger diameter , then the brakes are no longer being used as originally intended . A 15 inch wheel and a comparable L78-15 or 235/75/15 wont require a brake upgrade . I have to say that I would like to have a better brake setup on my 78 since I installed the 20's but cant afford it . As to the show , the LMC ref., his happy attitude , etc , I admit I sometimes mute it but wouldnt stop watching the show . LMC is a sponsor so I am sure they get their name mentioned . As to the truck ,I would have changed a few things if it was mine but it isnt mine. I am sure the owner of Knucklebuster would change some things about my truck . As to the budget build , I wish I had a budget like that . Frank __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !

08-30-2009, 09:52 PM	#29
71'tahoe Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: lynchburg ohio Posts: 736	Re: Square body on GearzTV The brake upgrades are definatly needed when you consider the extra rolling mass of bigger wheels and tires. It inertia, those bigger wheels and tires weigh more than the 15" cragers. Todays trends seem to favor the big wheels. The brakes are needed to help slow the extra mass. I think its a justifiable option. If some one thinks bigger brakes are for looks then they should go check out the brake section on PRO-TOURING.COM & LATERAL-G.NET,then come back and say they are for looks. I know my 83' short stepper could use the bigger brakes. I pull a car trailer with it more than im running empty and they would help me a ton. If you drive your truck to work,and have to get on the expressway and deal with rush hour stop and go traffic,then you will appreciate the bigger brakes as they will not fade when they get hot as stock spec brakes will.As far as the rest of the build,I think the truck looks great. One thing I thought was cheesy,was the over head speakers built into the headliner..that was a big thing in the late 80's early 90's,thought that was kinda strange after he said the truck was built in the early 80's. I like the flattened black paint but the "sticker" on the door I bet will be pulled of after the owner gets the truck back. The bed wood I wonder how long that will last since he said its easy to remove..I was thinking that was a good way to rot out the bed if the owner never removed it to wash out the steel floor. Im not a fan of the wood over lay. As stated earlier I think it would have been cool i fit was a true wood floor.

08-30-2009, 10:10 PM	#30
boatpuller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sun City West, Az Posts: 3,822	Re: Square body on GearzTV i think it's o.k to "pick" on it.it's done by professional's and broadcast to the public.so,that should be expected.i think guy's on here out of respect are kinder to members truck's.i didn't care for the chrome 20's with all that rubber stuffed in there.they didn't tuck at all.i agree with frank,if that's a budget build.i wish i had a budget __________________ " Never look up a dead dogs butt."

08-30-2009, 10:13 PM	#31
3r!c84 Badass Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: lox. fl Posts: 4,586	Re: Square body on GearzTV yea i dont care for the rims on that truck. would look better on mine __________________ Think outside the box? -84c10 (1stcar)→My Build← -00 Saturn 5spd drop a gear and disappear! 1/4:13:90

08-30-2009, 10:27 PM	#32
staggerd86c-10 Squarebody Aficionado Join Date: May 2008 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 713	Re: Square body on GearzTV well since everyone feels so strongly on this subject i should say what i feel too. 1st of i wish i would of started off on a truck like that! I also think that he really wasnt on a budget. I have never said this before but im so tired of every other truck out there has a flat black paintjob. I think there are only a hand full of trucks that look good with a flat black paint job, for that he should of left it teal to show how just some bolt-ons change the look of the truck. I also have to agree those "euro" lighting looks super cheesey and i think that he should of either put 20s all the way around and lowered it another inch all the way around and work with just 18s. As far a stacey goes, come on that guy has the job we all dream of! he gets paid to do all kinds of cool stuff to cars for FREE! I would be happy go lucky and goofy too!

08-30-2009, 10:29 PM	#33
silvereagle07 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bailey, NC Posts: 2,462	Re: Square body on GearzTV I think the truck turned out pretty nice. Let's face it Staceys' demenor sometimes can be annoying. But in my opinion the show is pretty entertaining. We may not choose to do some of the upgrades he has chosen but that's what makes us all different. Big brake/stock brakes. Big wheels, stock wheels. Stock bed/wood bed. It's all up to you, make them how you want them. Sorry for the rant. I was just excited to see something besides muscle cars being restored or upgraded. I like seeing an episode or two about something I can relate to. __________________ Jeramy '84 GMC project truck '85 Chevy 4X4 SOLD '07 Chevy Trailblazer SS 5th Annual SHPHC Car/Truck Show Pics http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543605 UPDATED PICS! CHECK 'EM OUT

08-30-2009, 11:28 PM	#34
Rollinsqrbdy Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Dexter, N.M. Posts: 1,082	Re: Square body on GearzTV I think it just angers alot of US cause we cant afford to hoop up our own ride. That sucks lol __________________ Its Kool to be a square 2013 Chevy Silverado Z71 w/ 7" lift and 35" Nitto's 1985 C-10 ......My dream truck (under construction) 1984 k 10 Silverado...6" lift with 38.5 super swampers New Mexico Member --- Member of the Square Body Club---

08-30-2009, 11:33 PM	#35
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: Square body on GearzTV This has really turned into a good discussion. I have to point out, comments were made about Stacey's decisions on the truck, keep in mind that it is a show. They have a team of sponsors (like LMC) and a team of producers that make all the decisions of what happens on the show. Stacey is just the face for all of us to put with it. Does he have some input in the upgrades...I'm sure. But is it HIS decision...not entirely. __________________ -Gerald Building vehicles in memory of the first "car guy" I ever knew, my Grandpa. Bob Dunham 1935-2009. Rest in peace. 61 GMC Suburban SOLD The 86 build thread SOLD Are you a Colorado member?Click here.

08-31-2009, 12:33 AM	#36
79gmcc15 Gettin It One Pice At A Time Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: everett, washington Posts: 2,688	Re: Square body on GearzTV Also Anyone remember Copperhead? it looks like to me he knows how to do quality work. __________________ RIP ELJAY Work In Progress 1979 GMC C1500 Trailering Special. Getting the truck done, one piece at a time. “You can tell a lot about a fellow’s character by his way of eating jellybeans.”Ronald Reagan “I don’t know the key to success but I know the key to failure is trying to please everybody.” Bill Cosby

08-31-2009, 12:38 AM	#37
ShowSS12 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Sugarland,Tejas Posts: 356	Re: Square body on GearzTV copper head is badass except the wheels and balloon tires,& it always shown in almost every episode __________________ Adam M STX Designs Motorcycles \| Choppers \| Hotrods Last edited by ShowSS12; 08-31-2009 at 12:38 AM.

08-31-2009, 09:05 AM	#39
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: Square body on GearzTV You have to consider that this is TV. If he just added rally wheels, and a fresh chrome bumper it would be very boring show. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

08-31-2009, 11:47 AM	#40
lowchevytrucks8503 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Wichita Falls,TX Posts: 60	Re: Square body on GearzTV Copperhead has always been one of my favorite trucks. That bumper looked a little off to anyone else?

08-31-2009, 01:15 PM	#41
JCampbell Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 1,332	Re: Square body on GearzTV Does Stacy still have a mullett? I don't watch the show...just TRUCKS and Xtreme 4x4. Speaking of which...anyone know what happened to the cute chick on Xtreme? Last edited by JCampbell; 08-31-2009 at 01:33 PM. Reason: schpelling



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08-31-2009, 01:55 PM	#44
Rob73-87 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Nuremberg, Germany Posts: 116	Re: Square body on GearzTV Does anybody know, where you could watch the whole episodes on the internet ? `cause we don`t get US -TV overhere... And...are there any other video streams on the net about our squarebodies ??? I can`t wait to see more like that !!! Rob __________________ 1982 C-10 SWB (soon dropped, 383ci, but restored stock appearance) 1984 C-10 LWB, dropped, custom paint 1996 Plymouth Voyager (Daily Driver "The Mule") 2008 Caliber R/T (Daily Driver) Last edited by Rob73-87; 08-31-2009 at 01:58 PM.

08-31-2009, 02:13 PM	#45
JCampbell Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 1,332	Re: Square body on GearzTV Kari w/ Myth Busters is a hottie, too.

08-31-2009, 03:56 PM	#49
JCampbell Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hesperia, Ca Posts: 1,332	Re: Square body on GearzTV Ouch. That sucks.

08-31-2009, 05:05 PM	#50
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