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Towing with my 86.... hints, tips, essentials?
Hi all, For the first time I will be towing with my 86 C20 454 TH400. The truck is in really good shape mechanically, but im wondering if there are any words of wisdom when towing a camper with these rigs? When fully loaded the camper is right around 5500lbs. Extra coolers neccessary for the...- kapitein
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- Forum: Tech Discussion
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My 86 454 Conversion to Propane / Gasoline dual-fuel
For those interested, heres some brief details on the recent conversion we did on my 86 454 Cali-emissions C20. This was a voyage of discovery, often finding very weird 'stuff' that previous owners had MacGuyvered there way around.... typical for a 40yr old vehicle I suppose! So, brief...- kapitein
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- Forum: Engine & Performance
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Rear AC Evap core & blower motor wheels. 86 Burb
Hi all, Desperately seaking a new rear AC evap core and 2x blower motor wheels. Ive got a new blower motor for the rear already. Anyone got a lead? LMC dont list the rear Evap, Roackauto has been on backorder for months. Cant find the two small wheels anywhere. I can find a rear evap core... -
Radiator
Hi folks, I need a new radiator, my current one has sprung a leak. Theres so much choice on RoackAuto I want to make sure I order the right one. I have an 86 C20 454 with the extra engine and trans coolers and aircon. Would anyone have a part number for the right model. Thanks!- kapitein
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- Forum: Engine & Performance
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Which A/C compressor do I have?
Hi all, Im going to replace my A/C system in my 86 C20 454. My current compressor is bad, so im going to replace all the major components and switch to R134. Lookiing on RockAuto theres quite a selection of different pumps. Typically the model number on my current pump is illegible :( Can... -
86 Suburban 2nd row shouldber belts
Hi Folks, Looking for some help with my 86 Suburban. Right now the 2nd row has 3x lap belts. I would really like to put in shoulder/3-point belts on the outside seats, so I can transport the youngest ones safely in their car seats. AFAIK 86 was the last year to be fitted with lap belts, from... -
86 C20 4" lift? Options?
Im browsing for a lift solution for my 86 C20. Nothing extreme, 2-4" will be fine. Im struggling as most kits seem to be for the K20 variant.... does anyone make a decent 2WD kit for my rig? Thanks :)- kapitein
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- Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
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Holley Retrobright 4x6 sealed beams
Hi all, Is anyone running here the Holley Retrobrights on their rig? Im going to be dailying my 86 Suburban and want decent lighting, so ive gone ahead and ordered 4x Holley Retrobrights after watching the various YT reviews etc. They are very much not cheap, but im hoping will make a big... -
European 86 C20 454
Hi all, Ive just bought my first squarebody, a 1986 C20 Silverado 454 Barndoor. Im based in The Netherlands and have had mutiple American cars over the years, but this is my first time running a classic! My current daily is an 07 Sub LTZ and i've previously had an 07 Yukon Denali XL. Im...- kapitein
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- Forum: Introduction
