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General Discussion / Haynes/Chilton help? TORQUE SPECS 87 R10 SUSPENSION/BRAKES
« Last post by 87ChevyR10 on November 04, 2025, 02:06:57 pm »
As some of you may have seen on my other older thread about going and getting my baby.... well, its going down. Details coming together. It's a no tow ALL 700 MI all the way back ride.

So I'm gonna pull the front end in GA. I have multiple Haynes/Chiltons on our trucks, but they are IN GA.... IN THE TRUCK . So i can't refer to much and i didnt grab anything available on IA as those of you who know, they recently were pretty much stripped of everything not independent or already paid for.

I am replacing and need torque specs for things not listed in the .PDFs available here. I've had those for years and have pulled some of the stuff already. Even if i have some of the specs, i would rather someone who has the actual book who can say for sure

Doing
• Upper/Lower ball joints
• Inner/Outer tie rod ends
• Tie Rod Adjusting sleeves
• Idler arm
• Polyurethane control arm bushings
• Pitman arm
• Steering gear
• Front shocks

Also working on some of the brake system. Installing calipers and new brake hoses. If you happen to run across those, I'd appreciate it.

Y'all.... I'm excited. Scared. Trying not to catastrophize. Already learned a lot refreshing reading manuals for everything I've bought(It's all in GA w/my baby) like I have to drill a hole apparently in the frame with the rear sway bar. And I have to drill out with a 5/8" bit on the Belltech front sway bar to accomodate the links. So its been a long time accruing diagrams and videos. Been watching old Brothers episodes and taking me back. Watched the control arm bushing episode several times. DOES NOT LOOK FUN any way you cut it.

Thank you for any help you can give.
 
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General Discussion / Re: Database Error
« Last post by bd on October 31, 2025, 11:08:05 am »
As of this morning, Friday (10/31/25), the Forum Boards are restored!



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Electrical / Re: 1986 k10 suburban| bat terminals on fuse block| power in
« Last post by lilkiduno on October 31, 2025, 10:01:17 am »
Bd, as per usual, you are the man! Thank You
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Members Rides / Re: 81 K10 Build
« Last post by Mike81K10 on October 30, 2025, 06:55:30 pm »
Was going to make an entry under transmissions and drivetrains. However, since I cannot access it I decided the next best place might be this build thread. I have been thinking about swapping out my CH465 trans with something more suitable.

I looked at the Tremec 5 speed 4050 transmission 600 lb-ft torque, Max RPM 5500, 23 spline output and would be interested in any feedback or suggestions since I am not fully confident and am a little worried about a huge job making a new one fit.

Is the NV4500 a direct fit to replace the CH465? I like my off road truck, but it is nice to drive on the highway without the higher RPMs when driving 70+.

PS: Was thinking I will drive it a bit before I decide to change out my CH465 to make sure it is a wise decision.
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Electrical / Re: 1986 k10 suburban| bat terminals on fuse block| power in
« Last post by bd on October 30, 2025, 12:23:33 pm »
Replace the 20-amp HORN fuse.
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Electrical / 1986 k10 suburban| bat terminals on fuse block| power in
« Last post by lilkiduno on October 30, 2025, 11:26:23 am »
Hello all,

It’s been a long time since I have posted anything, I can’t remember if I still had my k5 blazer, or my c10. Unfortunately I no longer have the blazer and the c10 was involved in an accident. I ended up buying my father’s suburban from him, and now I am tidying up some of the wiring. He’s bought some powered accessories from a three letter company who I shall not name and there is a bit of wiring mess in the cabin. While attempting to get the radio pulled out, one of those retrofit modern radios, something happened where the fuse block no longer has 12 volts at the bat terminals of the fuse box. The truck still runs, but I would really like to get this addressed so I can run the radio 12 volt constant from the fuse box rather than running a new wire into the truck for a temporary solution, because I have found there is nothing more permanent than a temporary solution.

Sorry, I know you have wiring diagrams posted, but I only have my phone currently than that’s a mess to try and track on it.

Thank You for your time.
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Members Rides / Re: 81 K10 Build
« Last post by Mike81K10 on October 29, 2025, 09:25:52 pm »
Once I get it where I want it, I may try to quiet it down a bit. It is a little louder than I care for as well. Draws too much attention! It it fun to drive and I have thought about getting another transmission for it. I like the standard transmission and would not mind getting one that would easily swap out with the CH465 that would be a good match with my engine and transfer case NP205, plus good for the highway and towing when needed.
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Members Rides / Re: 81 K10 Build
« Last post by JohnnyPopper on October 29, 2025, 11:47:31 am »
Very nice work! Congrats!

I'm with your wife and VZ, too old for loud.
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Members Rides / Re: 81 K10 Build
« Last post by Mike81K10 on October 28, 2025, 11:59:11 pm »
Got my first road test of my truck. Short ride! Still have some tuning to do yet and some other things to get it where I want it.


https://rumble.com/v70xl18-first-road-test-of-my-truck-with-new-engine-still-have-some-tuning-to-do.html

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General Discussion / Re: Database Error
« Last post by bd on October 27, 2025, 09:43:14 pm »
The problem is with the host.  It has impacted several of the forum boards.  The site administrator has opened a repair ticket and is working to resolve the issue.  Sorry for the inconvenience.
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