duckarolltape
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I just picked up a new to me 1992 k2500 with a NV4500 transmission and SBC 350, so i figured that i should start a build thread to keep me motivated and maybe learn something from all of you. I don’t have any good photos of it yet… sorry. Tomorrow when i get the new 255/85r16 KM2s installed ill make sure that i share the love.
My whole goal with this truck is to have something reliable that i can use as a pickup and explore all the trails possible without having to worry about being stranded or scratching the paint!
My first reliable wheeler i had was a 2006 LJ Jeep. It was a lot of fun but i couldn’t haul much around. I went of a 1500 mile dirt road trip from the bay area thru Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah and Arizona. That kinda gave me a kick and then the Overland bug bit me.
Then about two years ago I traded my Jeep in for a 2014 Silverado. I was able to haul **** but every time i scratched the paint id get sick to my stomach and those truck payments could have been a mortgage payment. So about 2 months ago i sold the truck and went on the search for something that was already beat up, a manual transmission and CHEAP!!!
Those two pictures are in the Eastern Sierras off of 395 just south of mono lake. I think it was Laurel Lakes trail. Anyways those rocks chipped lots of paint off some fancy rims and i was praying that i didn’t smash a rocker panel!
So anyway back to my Turd.
Future plans to get it drivable and comfortable
Actual build goals
Anyways thats where my head is at. I’ve been a long time lurker on your website and I’m hoping that i can contribute and get some help also.
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Old truck by kyle mccartyMy whole goal with this truck is to have something reliable that i can use as a pickup and explore all the trails possible without having to worry about being stranded or scratching the paint!
My first reliable wheeler i had was a 2006 LJ Jeep. It was a lot of fun but i couldn’t haul much around. I went of a 1500 mile dirt road trip from the bay area thru Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah and Arizona. That kinda gave me a kick and then the Overland bug bit me.
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DSC_1810 by kyle mccarty
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DSC_2371 by kyle mccartyThen about two years ago I traded my Jeep in for a 2014 Silverado. I was able to haul **** but every time i scratched the paint id get sick to my stomach and those truck payments could have been a mortgage payment. So about 2 months ago i sold the truck and went on the search for something that was already beat up, a manual transmission and CHEAP!!!
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DSC_6913 by kyle mccarty
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DSC_6900 by kyle mccartyThose two pictures are in the Eastern Sierras off of 395 just south of mono lake. I think it was Laurel Lakes trail. Anyways those rocks chipped lots of paint off some fancy rims and i was praying that i didn’t smash a rocker panel!
So anyway back to my Turd.
- 1992 chevy k2500 old PG&E truck 187k miles
- NV4500/NP241c
- 14 bolt semi float with 3.73 gears
- small block 350 replaced around 137k miles
Future plans to get it drivable and comfortable
- replace all radiator and oil cooler lines
- new serpentine belt
- 195* thermostat
- new temp sending unit
- flush and replace fluids
- replace door hinges and handles
- convert AC to R134a
- replace headliner
- new windshield
- figure out the misfire around 2500 RPMs in 3rd gear
- 255/85r16 tires with full-size spare
- alignment (lifetime guarantee from firestone)
- odyssey battery
- weather stripping
- 120 amp alternator
Actual build goals
- factory black fender flares
- black mirrors off silverado or sierra
- Dana 44HP or ball joint Dana 60HP SAS on coilovers
- flat belly skid plate
- hidden winch behind factory bumper
- tall skinny 35s
- tool box with inverter mounted inside
- 110v outlet in cab/truck bed
- cargo basket mounted above bed
- raspberry pi multimedia stereo/navigation
- USB ports in cab clean factory install like my 2014 truck
- LS 6.0 swap
- projector headlights
Anyways thats where my head is at. I’ve been a long time lurker on your website and I’m hoping that i can contribute and get some help also.