And it begins...2003 S-10 transformation

[46Tbird]

Well the CG is a bit lower now. 2/3 drop via spindles and rear leafs. Thanks to z06killinsbf. I haven't gotten to drive it yet, I will pick it up tomorrow. I am hoping for a little better handling and a little increase in mpg's. It DEFINITELY needs wheels now!

Cool truck, reminds me of my old Ranger.

[black2002ls]

After the first fill up and full tank after the drop I got 26 mpg. A full 2 mpg increase. Changed the oil and cleaned the air filter last weekend. Hopefulle it maintains that 26 mpg

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[black2002ls]

Going to push the wheels off for a bit. Just ordered a set of tubular uppers. I developed a pop in the front suspension. I already have a set of fresh (<5k miles) LCA's. I wish they had tall ball joints installed already, not sure if I will do that mod or not.

I ordered a set of UB Machine arms that were developed for these trucks utilizing the tall upper ball joint. The arms I ordered have a plate to accept a c-10 ball joint wich is 3/8" taller than factory. The aftermarket tall ball joints available are $50 each. The C-10's are a bit bulkier and much cheaper. I doubt the 1/8th inch is going to make much difference. The taller ball joint helps to correct some suspension geometry issues.

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[UserX]

Sawblades are badass!

[Z06killinsbf]

I saw an S10 on 03/04 Cobra wheels, looked tits!!

I completely agree with NayNay actually

[black2002ls]

Sawblades. Or a fat five style wheel. But you can't go under 17s and 20s will be too much for the fitment you need. Look at caddy CTSv wheels maybe??

They are a little too much like C5 Z06 wheels which I don't care for on these trucks. There is a pretty good deal on like new saw blades on craigslist. Just wheels, no tires. I need to call and see what the widths are. I am thinking 17x8.5 in the front and 17x9.5 in the rear if I go with sawblades

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[naynay]

Sawblades. Or a fat five style wheel. But you can't go under 17s and 20s will be too much for the fitment you need. Look at caddy CTSv wheels maybe??

[matts5.0]

Saw blades for sure.

[black2002ls]

I am having second thoughts on the saw blades...Any other recommendations? GM factory or not. Would like to stay under $1k I kind of like the C6 ZR1's as well...

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[black2002ls]

The ride to work is a little bit more fun now. I definitely need to remove the bump stops in the rear!

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[black2002ls]

I need to get the rear bar set up ( I wonder if it will convert over to the 8.8 ) and get the front upper and lower arms done....another $500 or so

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[Z06killinsbf]

It rides pretty nice, I think you'll enjoy it once the other goodies are on.

[black2002ls]

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[black2002ls]

Well the CG is a bit lower now. 2/3 drop via spindles and rear leafs. Thanks to z06killinsbf. I haven't gotten to drive it yet, I will pick it up tomorrow. I am hoping for a little better handling and a little increase in mpg's. It DEFINITELY needs wheels now!



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[black2002ls]

The "Truck/Auto" paint is normally lacquer based. You have to pay attention to what you get because it will fade quickly and not hold up.

I fully expect it to fade! Lol. I don't think I put as much clear on it as I should have. It should look ok for a year or two, by then I should be ready to paint it if I still have it. Right now the focus is the drivetrain. Get it a little closer to the ground, wheels/tires, then get the control arms and rear end done. I have decided to spend the money on uppers for the front and go with Thorebeck (sp?)

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