Awesome build! I just found this video while researching these trucks, I've been thinking of getting one as maybe a less expensive way to get into a square body. Seems like there's a lot of potential with them. I'm going to check out your other videos to hopefully learn more.
I got a 21k mile 686 desert carc'd 1008 on 38" Patagonias and 5" lift w PSC and 1.5" wheelbase forward. Tons of inspiration here! I dig the Humvee bucket/jump and cable shifter. I want to go manual valvebody 700R4 on mine to stay analog bc I had great reliability w manual 700r from the old Camaro days and they came in the 6.2 burbs that people turbo'd. Take 5 min with some tire shine silicone on those door panels and they will look deep dark red again... Kept me from spending $200 on new panels!
Which racor filter and assembly are you using. I have an 1984 k20 6.2. I keep a solar panel plugged in to keep my batteries charged as it does not get driven a lot. I agree with fuel economy. Not the fastest but it gets me where I'm going. Used to drive these and the Blazer when I was stationed in Germany from 88-90
So found a set of dually hubs and I'm in the process of installing new bearings, races and seals. Just looking at them, seems like it would be the equivalent of a 5 inch spacer.
That's a gap between the axle tube and the spring perch which is normal. But that spring looks twisted or something, maybe just the camera lens playing tricks.
I am running ORD parts on my truck. I am using their 4” shackle flip and 2” blocks on the rear. The M1028 springs make it close to an 8” lift in the rear. Up front, I am running a 6” leaf spring lift and an ORD 1” “zero” rate block.
Joseph Grant .. Gentleman, Thank You so much, following Your *Excursion - amazing You - did technical and 'upgrading. - Amazing I guess You are totally Independant - for 'each Crisis - will hope -never come's. In own case -I did steal with eyes especially the A/C mounted 'York; for my Project M1009, as using for country my- manor, as all- weather car universal applications. Maybe can see - more of *Your*sand Your *Beast M1028A1 Wishing You Your Familiy - and cute Dog-- *Simply the *Best. for MMXXI.. Greetings from Germany...
Did you need to relocate the shifter because of using the 4l80e?? I have one that needs rebuilt so I was wondering how much needs to be fabricated if any?
What adapter did you use for the 4l80e? Do you have the NP 205 trans case? Was installing the transmission pretty much bolt on or was there modifications required?
I decided to go with an NP203 range box coupled to my NP205 transfer case. This effectively gives me 4:1 low range and it’s needed here in Utah. The 203/205 “doubler” kit was purchased from Offroad Design in Colorado.
Awesome build! I just found this video while researching these trucks, I've been thinking of getting one as maybe a less expensive way to get into a square body. Seems like there's a lot of potential with them. I'm going to check out your other videos to hopefully learn more.
Love the simplicity of your rig very nice
I wish I had this video on a DVD, excellent work
I got a 21k mile 686 desert carc'd 1008 on 38" Patagonias and 5" lift w PSC and 1.5" wheelbase forward. Tons of inspiration here! I dig the Humvee bucket/jump and cable shifter. I want to go manual valvebody 700R4 on mine to stay analog bc I had great reliability w manual 700r from the old Camaro days and they came in the 6.2 burbs that people turbo'd.
Take 5 min with some tire shine silicone on those door panels and they will look deep dark red again... Kept me from spending $200 on new panels!
Which racor filter and assembly are you using. I have an 1984 k20 6.2. I keep a solar panel plugged in to keep my batteries charged as it does not get driven a lot. I agree with fuel economy. Not the fastest but it gets me where I'm going. Used to drive these and the Blazer when I was stationed in Germany from 88-90
Mr. Grant - I've love to speak to you about your truck. I'm in GA and am rebuilding an M1028.
You need to turbo charge the 6.2 and ur power issues will be solved
So found a set of dually hubs and I'm in the process of installing new bearings, races and seals. Just looking at them, seems like it would be the equivalent of a 5 inch spacer.
They are closer to 3” spacers
Best place to buy one?
Did I see a gap between the front spring driver-side and the axle
That's a gap between the axle tube and the spring perch which is normal. But that spring looks twisted or something, maybe just the camera lens playing tricks.
Love the truck. I have an M1008 and want to run 37’s what lift is in yours?
I am running ORD parts on my truck. I am using their 4” shackle flip and 2” blocks on the rear. The M1028 springs make it close to an 8” lift in the rear. Up front, I am running a 6” leaf spring lift and an ORD 1” “zero” rate block.
Joseph Grant awesome thanks. Did you move the fuel tank to the bed?
Where can i find the front bumper and rear diff cover part numbers? Got an 84 k20 with a 12 valve in it here in Ohio
Joe, what mods have to be done to run the humvee wheels on a K30?
What cab lights did you put on your truck? What were the three aftermarket gauges you install in the truck? Awesome rig🇺🇸🤙🏻
Just some lights I found on eBay. The aftermarket gauges are oil pressure, coolant temperature, and alternator
Do you still have it?
Joseph Grant .. Gentleman, Thank You so much, following Your *Excursion
- amazing You - did technical and 'upgrading. - Amazing
I guess You are totally Independant - for 'each Crisis - will hope -never come's.
In own case -I did steal with eyes especially the A/C mounted 'York; for my
Project M1009, as using for country my- manor, as all- weather car
universal applications. Maybe can see - more of *Your*sand Your *Beast M1028A1
Wishing You Your Familiy - and cute Dog-- *Simply the *Best. for MMXXI..
Greetings from Germany...
Did you need to relocate the shifter because of using the 4l80e?? I have one that needs rebuilt so I was wondering how much needs to be fabricated if any?
I opted for a cable shifter and relocated it just above the NP203/205 sticks
What adapter did you use for the 4l80e? Do you have the NP 205 trans case? Was installing the transmission pretty much bolt on or was there modifications required?
I decided to go with an NP203 range box coupled to my NP205 transfer case. This effectively gives me 4:1 low range and it’s needed here in Utah. The 203/205 “doubler” kit was purchased from Offroad Design in Colorado.
Joseph Grant i forgot to ask about bed. I have an M1031 cab and chassis..what bed did you get for it a swb or a lwb?
@@quarksbay it’s a long bed
Nice truck, what fancy color is it?
Gillespie 383 CARC substitute
Joseph Grant Thank you it sure does look nice!
I'd be curious to know more about how you mounted the york air compressor. Did you fab up mounts or source them from somewhere?
Me and a friend fabricated the mount. I’m sure he still has the cad files saved if you need a compressor bracket.
I just got my Cucv and yours is beautiful! Is your solar panel wired directly on to your battery?
Mine is actually wired through a Pulsetech fuse panel/charge controller.
Hey Joe - I really like those seat frames ! Where did you come up with that idea ? HaHa
Mike Gresham someone way smarter than me designed them... 😀
What model antenna base is that, and what frequencies can you use it with on your radio?
I am curious as well.