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    C2500 ExtSBDD build.

    I work really slow. Final before and after. Pictures aren’t oriented same direction but made quite a difference. Pressure washed 2 times then 3rd time I mixed up a bucket of Oxi Clean and used a scrub brush and did the entire thing once again working on basically 2x2 foot areas till I covered it...
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    My second 89 Shortbox project

    Forgot how cool carburetor intakes look! Cool project and nice work.
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    LS ADVICE NEEDED

    Well my brother in law just said I could just have that 5.3 if I want it. Head is still spinning a little but think I’m leaning heavily towards Vortec way at the moment. Not like I have money falling out my a— but I see a brand new crate 383 is as low as $3300. Guessing rebuilding something...
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    LS ADVICE NEEDED

    Thanks for the advice, you’re talking my language and I will look into what your throwing down. Any links would be appreciated. Have loved every 6.0 I’ve driven but fearful of the cost of just purchasing a “god knows the condition” of used one. Not too mention isn’t there an AC compressor...
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    LS ADVICE NEEDED

    Instant judgment is very amusing. While it wasn’t one of my proudest moments pretty sure most of us have been there a time or two. I mostly agree with the MPLS statement and feel very sorry for those home owners in MPLS proper. Not many places as beautiful as MN especially in the summer though...
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    LS ADVICE NEEDED

    I may be able to pick up a 2000 5.3 out of a Burb that was run very low on oil. Truck still ran and drove with it but nocked pretty good. Brother in law pulled it and swapped in a junkyard 5.3. He hasn’t given me a price yet but if this was one of you guys would you consider buying a “nocker” to...
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    C2500 ExtSBDD build.

    Got leaking windshield fixed. Mostly good news. Paint released from primer on top bye passenger side that was causing leaking. Very minimal actual rust. Picture makes it look rusty but that’s dirt. Having a buddy that does glass is a godsend. New windshield and supplies cost $68. Glass company...
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    '89 Stepside "Way Cool Jr."

    I had a small cyst (basically blister) in my shoulder socket that acted similar to torn rotator so don’t get hung up on the worst case. Mine went from non to extreme pain then back to non in kinda of a cycle but very constant. It was small enough that they said to drain it going through the...
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    C2500 ExtSBDD build.

    Before and after. Cleaned pic was taken about an hour later in the day time wise but both days had bright sunshine. Did something but stains are stains I guess. A buddy swears by Oxy-Clean so gonna try that and a scrub brush and shop vac on worst spots then pressure wash once more. Was told by...
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    C2500 ExtSBDD build.

    Also need to research and maybe reach out to a few audiophiles I’ve seen on the site for mainly rear speaker ideas. Stock stereo at moment but may as well tackle rears now with no panels on. Seen higher quality 4x6s and think 6x9s are an option with mods but aren’t round speakers ideal? Guessing...
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    C2500 ExtSBDD build.

    Not sure how necessary this is but since insulation is so perfectly intact figure I’d post a picture if anybody is redoing and needs to see what it’s supposed to look like for rear panels. The 2 most rearward tabs bye the rear window are the tabs that broke on both sides on the larger pieces...
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    C2500 ExtSBDD build.

    Carpet separated from insulation nicely without tearing that all up. I pressure washed it this morning but didn’t seem to have much success with the rusty looking stains. Left it on saw horses to dry and was dark when I got back home so will get some after pictures tomorrow. Was hoping that was...
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    C2500 ExtSBDD build.

    Couple important things here. I noticed my windshield leaks along the top in heavy rains, check out the water stains on headliner bye visors. Also my H-Vac box would leak water on passenger floor after a big rain or a car wash. Not sure if that is from the windshield or if I have another...
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    C2500 ExtSBDD build.

    Gutted interior and reinstalled front seats. Basically just have door panels and under carpet insulation with floor mats in it for now. Pulled carpet to pressure wash it and pulled headliner to be replaced/redone. All the panels came off ok. Broke very few tabs actually so should go back...
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    C2500 ExtSBDD build.

    Been awhile, truck has been running pretty good. Got a little sidetracked cuz I picked up a second daily driver. Got me a soul-less adult car, nice low mileage 2010 4 cylinder Toyota Camry. Great time to have a CDL, tons of work out there. Still plan on driving the Chevy a lot during nice...
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    "Joe Dirt" 98 GMC 2wd RCSB #autocross

    Damn fine looking truck!!! Absolutely in love with the stance. Has a police interceptor look to it.
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    !998 Extended Cab Short bed

    Great to see another ext guy! Damn, 139k is just past break-in oil. Welcome and get us some picks.
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    cut springs (those who have done it.)

    As I’m typing I’m having the same captain obvious moment you just had reading this. Jesus never considered the front springs, feel like a bit of an idiot now.
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    cut springs (those who have done it.)

    Did not install the body mounts yet thank goodness. Used Belltech shocks also. Street performer series I think they call it. I’m getting pretty picky on my ride quality I guess. I’m used to a C1500 LB reg cab 4.3 with stock tires and that rode pretty nice honestly even with old shocks. My newest...
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    Rear disc conversions

    I suppose this could just have easily gone in the engine and performance section but here we go. I have a 96 C2500 and I want rear disc brakes. Installed 20 inch open design rims and the rear drums stand out like a sore thumb to me now. I honestly don’t care about increasing performance as much...
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    My 454 SS build

    Those lights look great! Wanna hear more about em.
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    cut springs (those who have done it.)

    In my experience I just did Belltech 1 inch drop springs with 2 inch drop spindles and I installed urethane bushings in everything riding 20 inch 50 & 55 series tires. Ride is except-able but firmer due to bushings I’m thinking.?. I think I’m gonna tear it all apart and go back to rubber...
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    C2500 ExtSBDD build.

    Guess I can see where you guys are coming from. I was hesitant to get em initially due to every car with a big wing seems to have similar looking lights. I do like the added shape of them but that really doesn’t match the contours of the body all that good either. I do like em, maybe it has...
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    C2500 ExtSBDD build.

    Thanks, being 100 percent honest I was very mixed on the tail lights and bought them with reservations. My stockers are scratched and dull and I know they could be polished but I thought a $39 dollar experiment was worth the try. I do like them a lot more than I thought I would. Maybe it’s just...

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