Ole Daisy girl (1986 Chevy Silverado)

Itstali25 · 12-12-2005, 09:04 PM

Alright, well I found out for my graduation present i can spend 5 grand on an engine and tranny for my truck, what kind of a setup should i go for with this much money. I appreciate all suggestions so don't be afraid to speak up. Current engine: 305 *sigh*

chevyguy · 12-14-2005, 10:57 AM

It depends on what you want. i would look for a quality long block and consider beefing up the transmission. Limited slip rear diff wouldnt hurt either.

Live2hunt · 12-14-2005, 08:55 PM

You can have the tranny rebuilt for about $450 and and find a good long block that has been hoped up a little for about $1200. That leaves you a lot let over to play with. I would go with a set of lower gears. Your truck probably came w/ 308 wich wont give you much get up and go since you probably have a 350 lockup tranny. Also an exellent way to improve the looks of an 86 Chevy is to replace the current grill and lights W/ an 88-92 suburban/blazer front end. It fits right in, looks great, and the wireing for the headlights is super simple. Good Luck

chevyguy · 12-14-2005, 11:41 PM

Dont buy a run of the mill small long block. look to spend more and get a better product. Look in the summit magazine and the jegs and see what they have to offer.

Itstali25 · 12-15-2005, 03:05 PM

alright brotha, gunna look around, consider my options, i have a lil while so no rush, just trying to get an idea, thanks I appreciate the suggestions, as for the grill, yes it does look good, but i think i'm gunna stick with the current setup, just get a billet grill probably, get some wheels, eventually get it re-painted with all the little dents and dings taken out, maybe a roll pan out back, i dunno we'll see, another question i have real quick is the dash lights for the gauges, mine seem to be dim even when turned up to the brightest, can i get new brighter ones?? lol prolly a stupid question but its me so

chevyguy · 12-15-2005, 06:37 PM

There has been alot of technology since she was made, yes there are brighter bulb and newer gauges if you want them. Cant wait to see how the truck turns out. Keep us posted

Itstali25 · 12-15-2005, 09:55 PM

alright brotha, i'll definately do that

12-12-2005, 09:04 PM	#1
Itstali25 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Southern Missouri Posts: 708	Ole Daisy girl (1986 Chevy Silverado) Alright, well I found out for my graduation present i can spend 5 grand on an engine and tranny for my truck, what kind of a setup should i go for with this much money. I appreciate all suggestions so don't be afraid to speak up. Current engine: 305 sigh __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/644045 Trucks are just cars when they grow up!!! If your gunna get a truck....Get a TRUCK!!

12-14-2005, 10:57 AM	#2
chevyguy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: ALABAMA Posts: 3,370	It depends on what you want. i would look for a quality long block and consider beefing up the transmission. Limited slip rear diff wouldnt hurt either. __________________ Friends dont let friends use body lifts USMC 92-96 USCG 98 to present

12-14-2005, 08:55 PM	#3
Live2hunt Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: North Texas Posts: 2	re You can have the tranny rebuilt for about $450 and and find a good long block that has been hoped up a little for about $1200. That leaves you a lot let over to play with. I would go with a set of lower gears. Your truck probably came w/ 308 wich wont give you much get up and go since you probably have a 350 lockup tranny. Also an exellent way to improve the looks of an 86 Chevy is to replace the current grill and lights W/ an 88-92 suburban/blazer front end. It fits right in, looks great, and the wireing for the headlights is super simple. Good Luck

12-14-2005, 11:41 PM	#4
chevyguy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: ALABAMA Posts: 3,370	Dont buy a run of the mill small long block. look to spend more and get a better product. Look in the summit magazine and the jegs and see what they have to offer. __________________ Friends dont let friends use body lifts USMC 92-96 USCG 98 to present

12-15-2005, 03:05 PM	#5
Itstali25 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Southern Missouri Posts: 708	alright brotha, gunna look around, consider my options, i have a lil while so no rush, just trying to get an idea, thanks I appreciate the suggestions, as for the grill, yes it does look good, but i think i'm gunna stick with the current setup, just get a billet grill probably, get some wheels, eventually get it re-painted with all the little dents and dings taken out, maybe a roll pan out back, i dunno we'll see, another question i have real quick is the dash lights for the gauges, mine seem to be dim even when turned up to the brightest, can i get new brighter ones?? lol prolly a stupid question but its me so __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/644045 Trucks are just cars when they grow up!!! If your gunna get a truck....Get a TRUCK!!

12-15-2005, 06:37 PM	#6
chevyguy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: ALABAMA Posts: 3,370	There has been alot of technology since she was made, yes there are brighter bulb and newer gauges if you want them. Cant wait to see how the truck turns out. Keep us posted __________________ Friends dont let friends use body lifts USMC 92-96 USCG 98 to present

12-15-2005, 09:55 PM	#7
Itstali25 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Southern Missouri Posts: 708	alright brotha, i'll definately do that __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/644045 Trucks are just cars when they grow up!!! If your gunna get a truck....Get a TRUCK!!

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