1987 Silverado project

BFieler10 · October 15, 2014

Shes running like a champ. Next on the agenda, fix my exhaust leak. Looks like the plate is bent on the manifold where it bolts up to the exhaust pipe. Gonna get a new manifold fairly soon. Need to get it done before it gets colder and I run the risk of burning up a valve.

BFieler10 · October 17, 2014

Has anyone here painted their own truck? Im considering it a bit down the line.

00Silverado4x4 · October 17, 2014

I have an old '76 Chevy pickup that I've been working to restore for several years know. I can't say it's professional looking but I did the rattle can to on the fenders, hood, top of cab and rear bumper. It turned out alright so far. My current truck will need a paint job eventually and I plan to probably try it myself with some actual paint equipment. Unfortunately I can't view your pics until I get home from work today, but the 73-87 GM trucks are my favorite body style...except the 1980 with old style fender and the square headlights...looks a little goofy to me. Good luck with your project!

BFieler10 · October 19, 2014

Let me know how it goes.

And thank you!

BFieler10 · October 20, 2014

Alright you guys, gonna throw out a crazy idea. Theres s few trucks like mine running around town. 2 are black and one is a dark enough blue to be black. Now, I wanna do black, but not cliche. Sooo, im considering matte black. What do you guys think?

BFieler10 · October 26, 2014

Found out fairly quickly that bondo hair is nasty stuff. Hoping it works like they say it does though.

BFieler10 · October 27, 2014

While doing some work today, I decided to clean up and paint my air filter cover. It was pitted and covered in rust. I think it looks much better now.

BFieler10 · October 30, 2014

Alright guys, I have to start thinking a bit logically. I know these are great trucks, but this is an 87 with who knows how many miles. I think before I go bigger tires and higher performance, I should rebuild the transmission. Already checked the VIN. Looks like its got the original 87 transmission. Its not slipping or anything, but its shifting hard into 2nd, and doesn't always like to drop into the passing gear. Im thinking about getting one of the monster in a box rebuild kits. Any suggestions?

BFieler10 · October 30, 2014

Also looking at this. Would also replace the torque converter with a heavier duty one and most likely a shift kit.

kstruckcountry · October 30, 2014

I would definitely think about what you said as far as the fresh transmission. Good call.

BFieler10 · October 30, 2014

I would definitely think about what you said as far as the fresh transmission. Good call.

Thank you.

Now, do you think the off road one I posted would work pretty well for me? It seems like thats kinda cheap, but I'm all for it if it works.

BFieler10 · October 30, 2014

Also, what do you all recommend as far as torque converters? Im looking to keep it under like 250. Hoping something at least a step up from OEM. This truck will go off road, but not extreme. I just want to get the best performance I can.