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    Kicking around doing an LS swap

    Thanks for pointing that out. You are correct. The NP 205 is a figure 8 pattern. I have done some further research and found someone to speak with about this. I believe I have the solution that I am looking for. I should create a build thread for my truck to help other people who are doing...
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    Kicking around doing an LS swap

    I am not planning in removing my engine. I just want to know if the parts I mentioned are compatible for my build. The truck is mostly finished with the exception of the transfer case. Will my 4L60e work with a 27 spline NP205 with the Advance Adapter unit between them (with the VCC)? If so...
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    Kicking around doing an LS swap

    Hello All: Thanks for all of the useful information! In lieu of starting a new thread, I decided to ask a question here because I believe that you all have the answers. I have a 1991 R3500 that I have converted to a 4x4 (minus the part that actually makes it a 4x4...the transfer case...haha)...
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    Driveshaft options for 1991 r3500 4wd conversion

    Thank you all for your responses. What about converting my transfer case to a non-slip joint with the kit from ORD, then shortening my current driveshaft?
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    Driveshaft options for 1991 r3500 4wd conversion

    Hello All, It has been a while since I've posted any information about the 1991 r3500 2wd to 4wd conversion that I am working on. I can report that everything is in place except for the important part that makes it a functioning 4x4 (transfer case!). I recently bought a 1983 K10 4x4 with a GM...
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    Part Identification...Please

    Thank you. When I get it running again (I have several things disassembled right now), I will check the backup lights, etc. I have the GM service manual and complete schematics for the truck (thanks to eBay) which will be a huge help in tracing out this circuit.
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    Part Identification...Please

    Thank you both for your responses.
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    Part Identification...Please

    I was working on my 1991 r3500 (was 2x4, is now 4x4) and saw this item dangling down under the dashboard. It was connected with a blue and black wire in a single black connector. There are other connections on it, but they weren't connected. I tried searching for the part# and had no luck...
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    Steering Box Question - 2wd to 4wd conversion r3500 Crew Cab

    Thanks for the information. I am just waiting for the parts to arrive at this point (ORD has bushings on back order that are in the spring hangers, but the cross member will be here Monday...I may go ahead and remove the front suspension and install the cross member). I am planning on...
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    Steering Box Question - 2wd to 4wd conversion r3500 Crew Cab

    ORD offers a machining service for those with a Dana 44 for $75. In my case, I'd have to go your route for cross-over steering. https://www.offroaddesign.com/labor-to-machine-d44-rh-knuckle.html
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    Steering Box Question - 2wd to 4wd conversion r3500 Crew Cab

    I based several of my decisions on videos like these: Part 1: Part 2: Part 3: I will report back any issues that I come across with the parts that are on the way here from ORD (I did order their 2wd to 4wd front spring hangers). Welding, cutting, and fabricating are all fine by me if...
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    Steering Box Question - 2wd to 4wd conversion r3500 Crew Cab

    Yes.
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    Steering Box Question - 2wd to 4wd conversion r3500 Crew Cab

    I ended up purchasing a different axle. It is a Corporate 10 bolt.
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    Steering Box Question - 2wd to 4wd conversion r3500 Crew Cab

    Yes, I know 5" blocks are crazy big, I will eventually purchase rear springs...either way, I am installing ladder bars to help with the axle wrap. Shiftpro - Unless I misunderstood what I just read (and I very well may have), I can't use the 6" front springs that I just ordered from ORD. Is...
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    Steering Box Question - 2wd to 4wd conversion r3500 Crew Cab

    Thanks for the information. I placed a huge order from ORD for the front end parts a couple of days ago. Just to make sure I am clear: If I use 5" rear blocks and 6" front springs, I will also need the rear spring hangers from ORD or my truck is going to have a serious squat. Is that correct...
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    Steering Box Question - 2wd to 4wd conversion r3500 Crew Cab

    I've read a lot about the rear spring hangers on a 2wd being lower than a factor 4wd (2", IIRC). Based on that, my question is: If I install the all of the front hardware and 6" springs can I effectively level the truck with 5.5" rear blocks? I don't mind a slight lean on a truck that long...
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    Steering Box Question - 2wd to 4wd conversion r3500 Crew Cab

    I placed the order for the axle today today. :-) I will take a look at the sway bar / steering setup from ORD. I may go that direction. Thanks for the information. Regards,
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    Steering Box Question - 2wd to 4wd conversion r3500 Crew Cab

    Thanks again... Sent from my moto g(7) power using Tapatalk
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    Steering Box Question - 2wd to 4wd conversion r3500 Crew Cab

    Nice Suburban! I think I have all of the information that I need, but I have one more question. Is $515.00 a good prince for a used Dana 44 front end (with 4.10 gears to match my rear) out of a 1979 K20? That price includes shipping. I have seen prices all over the place. I just want to...
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    Steering Box Question - 2wd to 4wd conversion r3500 Crew Cab

    Here are a couple pictures of my '85 Suburban.
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    Steering Box Question - 2wd to 4wd conversion r3500 Crew Cab

    Thanks to all of you for engaging in this discussion~! I am planning on running a Dana 44 or Corporate 10-bolt from a K20 or K30 truck or Suburban. I am still trying to find one. This truck will be a road queen and not my daily driver. I've previously owned/restored 3 square body trucks...
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    Steering Box Question - 2wd to 4wd conversion r3500 Crew Cab

    Hello all... I read this thread about the steering boxes (https://www.gmsquarebody.com/threads/squarebody-steering-box-id-and-interchange.3991/) and I noticed how similar the 2wd and 4wd steering boxes are. My question is: If I purchase a dropped pitman arm from someone like ORD and place it...
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    Hello All - from Virginia

    Thanks to all for your replies... --Skyfall
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    Hello All - from Virginia

    I just purchased my 4th "square body" Chevrolet after taking about 10 years off. It is a mostly rust free, but ridden VERY hard 1991 R3500 Crew Cab Long Bed 2wd. It has 84k original miles. I also own a 2018 Z71 All Star Edition 4x4, so this truck is going to be used as a truck because I use...

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