1987 Silverado project

[BFieler10]

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]

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

[00Silverado4x4]

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]

Let me know how it goes.

And thank you!

[BFieler10]

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]

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

[BFieler10]

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]

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]

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

[kstruckcountry]

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

[BFieler10]

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]

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.

[BFieler10]

Hey guys, what should my truck be idling at? I installed a tach, and in park Im just under 1k.

[00Silverado4x4]

If I remember correctly, you should be around 700rpm for idle.

[BFieler10]

If I remember correctly, you should be around 700rpm for idle.

Alright. Thank you very much