How about some pics of 73-91 crew cabs - Page 49 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

joe231 · 04-25-2010, 09:06 PM

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Originally Posted by BGRAFX

Well gents I finally found what I've been looking for.....Although it needs some work to get going I will post more pics and start a build thread.

Rock On!
I am super happy for you!!!
Looks like a nice start!

matt blessinger · 04-25-2010, 09:22 PM

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Mr Pops · 04-25-2010, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by BGRAFX

Well gents I finally found what I've been looking for.....Although it needs some work to get going I will post more pics and start a build thread.

Lovin it man!

GmtGmt · 04-26-2010, 01:05 AM

if scooter aint taking it i want it!
thats looks like another conversion truck looks like a great buy Michael

thirdstreettito · 04-27-2010, 04:17 PM

Racker · 04-27-2010, 06:39 PM

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is this one yours or someone elses? killer stance and i love the rims. any info would be great.

*BGRAFX* · 04-27-2010, 06:53 PM

X2 that is Sick!

lester622 · 04-28-2010, 12:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Racker

is this one yours or someone elses? killer stance and i love the rims. any info would be great.

i can tell you the wheels are steel 22.5s with a 22 inch tire stretched on them.

thirdstreettito · 04-28-2010, 01:08 PM

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i can tell you the wheels are steel 22.5s with a 22 inch tire stretched on them.

Wrongo. It isnt mine. They are 22.5" 2 hole steelies shaved to 22" and painted black. Thats really all I know. I know the guy who did the air ride on it.

**scotts62** · 04-28-2010, 06:15 PM

Very cool truck!! But im not liking the tub/wheel cover in the back too much but thats just me.

lester622 · 04-29-2010, 01:32 AM

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Originally Posted by thirdstreettito

Wrongo. It isnt mine. They are 22.5" 2 hole steelies shaved to 22" and painted black. Thats really all I know. I know the guy who did the air ride on it.

Steel wheels cannot be shaved down to 22" the way they do it is just stretch the 22" tire on the rim, the tires seem to hold up. I have seen quiet a few ppl running them.

thirdstreettito · 04-29-2010, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by lester622

Steel wheels cannot be shaved down to 22" the way they do it is just stretch the 22" tire on the rim, the tires seem to hold up. I have seen quiet a few ppl running them.

Yes they can, its a lot of work, but it can be done.

lester622 · 04-29-2010, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by thirdstreettito

Yes they can, its a lot of work, but it can be done.

cool

78BO · 04-29-2010, 02:00 PM

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Originally Posted by thirdstreettito

Yes they can, its a lot of work, but it can be done.

I'm not disagreeing with you, but I'd like to see that. I ran auto shops before becoming a machinist. So I've see a few wheels and I just don't see how they could cut that much off a wheel. The wheel it self isn't a 1/2 in think, so how do they cut a 1/4 in off and it still be structurally sound?

cttandy · 04-29-2010, 04:14 PM

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I'm not disagreeing with you, but I'd like to see that. I ran auto shops before becoming a machinist. So I've see a few wheels and I just don't see how they could cut that much off a wheel. The wheel it self isn't a 1/2 in think, so how do they cut a 1/4 in off and it still be structurally sound?

They can and do, shave them down. There are many people that advertise doing it. Whether or not they start with some sort of special wheel or not I don't know, but they do it.

lester622 · 04-29-2010, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by cttandy

They can and do, shave them down. There are many people that advertise doing it. Whether or not they start with some sort of special wheel or not I don't know, but they do it.

They mill down the aluminum wheels because the lip is so thick, Never heard of a steel wheel being done.

Tow Me · 04-30-2010, 01:34 AM

Found another.

Mr Pops · 04-30-2010, 03:40 AM

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Found another.
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That grill would be perfect for keeping chickens out of your rad!

hickracetruck · 04-30-2010, 07:26 AM

its lowered on stock gmc sierra wheels from the 90's. funky

Evil Trailblazer SS · 04-30-2010, 10:36 AM

Ya, definitely not my style...switching to 1/2ton running gear seems pointless to me also, but I would tow with it. Some of these guys don't want the 8-lug stuff, right?

Evil Trailblazer SS · 04-30-2010, 10:38 AM

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Originally Posted by lester622

They mill down the aluminum wheels because the lip is so thick, Never heard of a steel wheel being done.

Isn't that not only illegal, but unsafe?

CHEESE · 04-30-2010, 11:38 AM

I havent been able to find a single person that will mill down a steel wheel! Trevor at tnwheelandtire wont even think about it and he has probably the most milling time out of anybody! He is working on getting some 22 inch steel hoops but, that will be a while! I would like to see a pic of the wheel up close. There isnt enough lip to shave on a steel wheel!!! If you take that much off, the tire will never set a bead!

78BO · 04-30-2010, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by CHEESE

I havent been able to find a single person that will mill down a steel wheel! Trevor at tnwheelandtire wont even think about it and he has probably the most milling time out of anybody! He is working on getting some 22 inch steel hoops but, that will be a while! I would like to see a pic of the wheel up close. There isnt enough lip to shave on a steel wheel!!! If you take that much off, the tire will never set a bead!

I know, I don't even see how they would have gotten the tire on the wheel with out bending the wheel.

kevinr1970 · 04-30-2010, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Evil Trailblazer SS

Ya, definitely not my style...switching to 1/2ton running gear seems pointless to me also, but I would tow with it. Some of these guys don't want the 8-lug stuff, right?

The picture is not showing up for me, so I might be missing somethign here?
But the point is to have a short bed truck, with room behind the seats for people or things.
Personally, I didn't set out with towing in mind, just wanted more room!

PS; I know you can get the room with a Suburban and better turning radius at that, but I (and I assume most the people doing this) want a truck with a bed.

p_rubottom · 04-30-2010, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by kevinr1970

The picture is not showing up for me, so I might be missing somethign here?
But the point is to have a short bed truck, with room behind the seats for people or things.
Personally, I didn't set out with towing in mind, just wanted more room!

PS; I know you can get the room with a Suburban and better turning radius at that, but I (and I assume most the people doing this) want a truck with a bed.

I did the running gear swap mainly for better ride Quality and beleive me its a night and day difference. Plus with half ton you have better wheel/tire options.

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matt blessinger Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: centennial colo Posts: 7	Re: How about some pics of 73-91 crew cabs Please note that you must be a supporting member to post classified items. 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. __________________ 05cc LT 2500HD DURAMAX 4X4 1984CC K30 DUALLY 502 TH400 1983CC K30 GMC 454 TH400 1980 K10 383 700R4 1978 C10 383 TH400 Last edited by old Rusty C10; 04-25-2010 at 11:28 PM.

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Tow Me Glen Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Roseburg, Oregon Posts: 331	Re: How about some pics of 73-91 crew cabs Found another. __________________ Glen Simpson Severed Ties - Oregon Roseburg, Oregon 1983 Chevrolet C10 - Ginger Photos 1970 Chevrolet C10 Suburban Build Page: 1970 Pale Shade of Brown Past Trucks 1981 GMC Crew Cab Short Bed Project Crewella: 1981 CCSB 1999 Chevrolet K2500 CCSB Photos Last edited by Tow Me; 04-30-2010 at 01:35 AM. Reason: wrong link

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hickracetruck Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Port Hope Ontario Posts: 26	Re: How about some pics of 73-91 crew cabs its lowered on stock gmc sierra wheels from the 90's. funky __________________ 1990 Dodge w250 Cummins, Getrag. 650k. First truck thank you canadian rust. All new cab and box, doors, seals in trans, transfer case, some engine seals, going through everything, then POWER! @@@@@@.__ ......_____ll\|__\____ .....\|_(O)__\|__\|_(O)] CUMMINS DIESEL INSIDE

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Evil Trailblazer SS Big Gulps Huh? Whelp... Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 410	Re: How about some pics of 73-91 crew cabs Ya, definitely not my style...switching to 1/2ton running gear seems pointless to me also, but I would tow with it. Some of these guys don't want the 8-lug stuff, right? __________________ "The Ghost II" - 1987 V30 CC, 14-BFF (2nd Design Heavy Ribbed HD) SRW Conversion, 454/4L80E/205, 6" Springs, 35" Toyo MT's on 17" Classic II's, Full Audio System, Lot of Other Goodies!

04-30-2010, 11:38 AM	#1222
CHEESE The Cheesiest Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: SHALLOWATER, TX. Posts: 986	Re: How about some pics of 73-91 crew cabs I havent been able to find a single person that will mill down a steel wheel! Trevor at tnwheelandtire wont even think about it and he has probably the most milling time out of anybody! He is working on getting some 22 inch steel hoops but, that will be a while! I would like to see a pic of the wheel up close. There isnt enough lip to shave on a steel wheel!!! If you take that much off, the tire will never set a bead!



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