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READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sun Nov 19, 2006 3:30 pm
by HenryJ
BobbleSmitty's truck Nice! :thumb:

I think that thread will really be nice for those who want to browse vehicles and see what they would like to do.

We can keep the comments in this thread :thumb:

Posted: Mon Nov 20, 2006 1:45 pm
by kermit
Kudos to everyone with their awesome trucks!

Can't say that i've ever seen a bad looking crewcab!

Posted: Mon Nov 20, 2006 2:08 pm
by GeorgesBlazah
I concur, I will post up a nice one of my 4 door as long as you crewcabbers dont chase me away for not having a bed :D

Posted: Mon Nov 20, 2006 2:10 pm
by F9K9
GeorgesBlazah wrote:I concur, I will post up a nice one of my 4 door as long as you crewcabbers dont chase me away for not having a bed :D
You're a member and that's your ride. :wink:

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Mon Nov 20, 2006 3:49 pm
by BobbleSmitty
HenryJ wrote:BobbleSmitty's truck Nice! :thumb:
Thanks Brule!

Posted: Wed Nov 22, 2006 2:50 am
by rlrnr53
I sit here every day and drool over the mods that all of you have made! BT (before twins) I would have been right with all of you. But with two 14 yr old girls and the fact that the state of WV doesn't like to give their slaves raises, I don't have any spare coins for frills. But at least I can appreciate all the hard work that all of you have done.

Posted: Wed Nov 22, 2006 2:57 am
by 04crewvt
Looking at the list of mods makes you realize how much time,effort and green go into our rigs. Every truck on the site has an I want that factor that keeps us spending. All variations on a theme but all so individual, it's like a vehicle fingerprint of who we are and how we use our trucks.

Posted: Fri Nov 24, 2006 7:07 pm
by quickbiker
04crewvt wrote:Looking at the list of mods makes you realize how much time,effort and green go into our rigs. Every truck on the site has an I want that factor that keeps us spending. All variations on a theme but all so individual, it's like a vehicle fingerprint of who we are and how we use our trucks.
Yea! The American tradition of personal customizing! :D

Posted: Fri Nov 24, 2006 8:38 pm
by F9K9
I certainly like them all and the personalities behind each and every oneImage

The ultimate trail/DD Crew has got to be Paul's.Image.

That last pic looks like a lotta battle damage or is it the mud making it appear that way? Looks like even a rear flare has fled and gone to the wind.Image

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Posted: Sat Nov 25, 2006 6:20 am
by HenryJ
It does look like some tree damage on that LR fender in his readers ride photo.

04crewvt, your post says 3.73 open differential. Is that really true? I didn't think anyone would special order the gears without the G80. I know that the "G80 package" included the 3.73 gears.

You don't have the RPO G80 on your glove box?

That page is really becoming a great resource!

Posted: Sat Nov 25, 2006 8:05 am
by HenryJ
04crewvt wrote:...finding a new place to live takes precedence over any truck mods, or trail runs for that matter.
And right before that comes the little ones well being. :thumb: You have your priorities straight! :mg:
That truck will go and do plenty just as it is. You have already proof of that.

Posted: Sat Nov 25, 2006 1:16 pm
by BADs Crew
I like the Readers Rides page. :thumb: Lots of great photo's and information. WVHogRider, I like the wheels on your truck, are they polished? Do you have any close up pic's of them or a link to a site where I can see them? I have shopped for wheels around here and none of the dealers seam to know what fits our trucks. I am always asked what wheel I like then told " No Those Won't Fit ". So I am left to the books picking wheels that won't work until I get discouraged and give up.

Posted: Sun Nov 26, 2006 7:05 am
by WVHogRider
BADs Crew wrote:WVHogRider, I like the wheels on your truck, are they polished? Do you have any close up pic's of them or a link to a site where I can see them? I have shopped for wheels around here and none of the dealers seam to know what fits our trucks. I am always asked what wheel I like then told " No Those Won't Fit ". So I am left to the books picking wheels that won't work until I get discouraged and give up.
Yes, these are polished aluminum. And I got the same response from every dealer around here that you got. :twisted: You can go to http://www.centerlinewheels.com/wheel_deals_list.php and look :wink: . The page I just listed is already detailed for the S-10 truck. You can special order the rim size and backspacing you want. They will even ask you exactly which vehicle you plan on putting the rims onto before making or selling you the rims. As for pics., I can take any pictures you would like to see. :idea: However, I just posted one http://www.s-10crewcab.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=5227 in the tires/lift/suspension forum for Purduecrew.

Posted: Sun Nov 26, 2006 12:40 pm
by BADs Crew
Thanks.

Posted: Mon Nov 27, 2006 4:47 pm
by 04crewvt
Hey there doughboy5499 (Denny). That is a nice looking truck.
Glad the tires got to you ok, I can see I got the stickers on there real good.Image
The tires look good on your truck hope they work out well for you.

Posted: Mon Nov 27, 2006 7:05 pm
by quickbiker
f9k9 wrote:That last pic looks like a lotta battle damage or is it the mud making it appear that way? Looks like even a rear flare has fled and gone to the wind.
Just depends on how the light hits it. :wink:
I did just wax and wash it spotless. It lasted almost a week, but a buddy pulled my leg to do some wheeling and make some new trails. Was a fun mix of swamp, hill climb'n, and got a chance to make sure my winch is functional to boot. :P
What I am still enjoying is being able to keep on driving it the day after and everything is still aligned correctly and drives straight. :)

Posted: Mon Nov 27, 2006 7:20 pm
by F9K9
Paul, your price that you originally paid may have shocked a few of us at the time but, looking back (for me) and performing a little research into the SFAs, I would have to say it was money well spent. It is truly the most impressive of SFAed CC that I am aware of. :thumb:

Posted: Mon Nov 27, 2006 8:42 pm
by doughboy5499
04crewvt wrote: I can see I got the stickers on there real good.Image

I could'nt get all the sticker off. I figured I would drive a few miles and it would wear off. Thanks again.

Posted: Sat Dec 30, 2006 2:39 pm
by HenryJ
Steve2003, Nice pictures , but you left out some details. OK , you left out all the details :?

Posted: Sat Dec 30, 2006 2:54 pm
by Steve2003
HenryJ wrote:Steve2003, Nice pictures , but you left out some details. OK , you left out all the details :?
Yes I did sorry :oops: I was just being to lazy today. I will add details later, if that's ok!. :?

Posted: Sat Dec 30, 2006 3:06 pm
by HenryJ
Steve2003 wrote:...I was just being to lazy today.
I thought so! :lol:

Still a nice truck :thumb:

Posted: Sat Dec 30, 2006 3:36 pm
by F9K9
HenryJ wrote:.........Still a nice truck :thumb:
A true understatement. As much as I despise "bling" I have always liked Steve's CC :wink:

Posted: Sat Dec 30, 2006 10:08 pm
by Steve2003
f9k9 wrote:
HenryJ wrote:.........Still a nice truck :thumb:
A true understatement. As much as I despise "bling" I have always liked Steve's CC :wink:
Thank's Hj and f9k9, I have been accused of being a picture post whore so I am kinda careful about posting to many pics of my ride. I wasn't going to post in the reader rides thread but I just couldn't help myself :D

Posted: Wed Jan 03, 2007 8:47 am
by GeorgesBlazah
Steve2003 wrote:
f9k9 wrote:
HenryJ wrote:.........Still a nice truck :thumb:
A true understatement. As much as I despise "bling" I have always liked Steve's CC :wink:
Thank's Hj and f9k9, I have been accused of being a picture post whore so I am kinda careful about posting to many pics of my ride. I wasn't going to post in the reader rides thread but I just couldn't help myself :D
I know the picture whore feeling....I can get carried away with puttin pictures up as well. It took alot of strength for me to only put 1 pic up in the rides section. :cry:

Posted: Sat Jan 06, 2007 4:14 pm
by HenryJ
groceryman wrote:Sorry about the small pic and no details my wife was helping me post the pic and had something come up and had to leave i am not a computer person but learning going to try to redo the post when she returns

Posted: Sat Jan 06, 2007 4:32 pm
by F9K9
groceryman wrote:Sorry about the small pic and no details my wife was helping me post the pic and had something come up and had to leave i am not a computer person but learning going to try to redo the post when she returns
Hang around here and just ask. Welcome aboard :wink: I couldn't do anything but, write reports before joining here. A lot can be learned by just exploring and "playing" :)

Posted: Sat Jan 06, 2007 7:01 pm
by WVHogRider
f9k9 wrote:
groceryman wrote:Sorry about the small pic and no details my wife was helping me post the pic and had something come up and had to leave i am not a computer person but learning going to try to redo the post when she returns
Hang around here and just ask. Welcome aboard :wink: I couldn't do anything but, write reports before joining here. A lot can be learned by just exploring and "playing" :)
:lol: Just as f9k9 said. I'll be the first to say I'm a 30 something computer moron. However, I'll blame most of my computer incompetence on the ex-wife....due to not letting me use "her computer" when we were married---b**ching when I tried to get on "her computer", and the "not spending time with her/our daughter" comments when I got SOME free time... :(

Anyway...Let us know what you've done & bigger pic.. :wink:

Posted: Sat Jan 06, 2007 7:09 pm
by HenryJ
Actually the smaller picture is refreshing for this poor dial-up user :mg: I would like to see some details added though. Just click this Image button on the post you made and edit the text.

Posted: Tue Jun 05, 2007 1:18 pm
by F9K9
Welcome aboard Connerbug. :wave: Your rig is off to a good start!!

Posted: Wed Jun 25, 2008 9:17 pm
by green02crew
okie s10 I like that! The rear axle looks great under there too!

Posted: Thu Jun 26, 2008 8:02 pm
by okie s10
Thanks. Need a new pic, that was before I added the Skidz.

Posted: Fri Dec 19, 2008 1:43 am
by green02crew
Okie, get any more updated pics?? I really want to see what the finished product is looking like!

Posted: Sat Dec 20, 2008 8:02 pm
by okie s10
Well I do but just added a Cervini ram air hood last week and need take new pics. But i don't know how to post to my page, and don't tell me to read the sticky, I still don't know how to do it. Might need some help to get it done.

Posted: Sun Dec 21, 2008 7:59 am
by green02crew
Haha fair enough! I'll be waiting and watching intently!

Posted: Fri Jan 23, 2009 9:02 pm
by okie s10
I'm almost beginning to amaze myself. Got a new pic of my truck and actually figured out how to use photobucket. Have the new pic of it in the photo section, but couldn't get it to the top of my post. Oh well, enjoy.

Posted: Fri Jan 23, 2009 9:10 pm
by green02crew
The roof rack and hood really make the package complete :thumb:

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Tue Jan 27, 2009 3:36 pm
by YellowCrewCabber
HenryJ wrote:BobbleSmitty's truck Nice! :thumb:

I think that thread will really be nice for those who want to browse vehicles and see what they would like to do.

We can keep the comments in this thread :thumb:
Hold on before I look at that pic again. I gotta get some paper towels. The drool just pours out when I look at it.

Posted: Tue Jan 27, 2009 3:41 pm
by green02crew
I'm still drooling over okie s10's truck. Maybe its the black though because I do like BobbleSmitty's truck as well.

Posted: Tue Jan 27, 2009 4:52 pm
by BobbleSmitty
Thanks guys! My neighbors make fun of me because I wash and wax it too often! I will take a new picture this spring b/c I have removed the S10 and Chevrolet lettering on it and I painted the front bow-tie black.

Posted: Fri Mar 20, 2009 4:41 pm
by HenryJ
f9k9 wrote:
smallblocker wrote:...............Front axle, Lincoln locked 4.11 IFS......................
There has to be one hellava story behind this. Do tell.

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sun Jan 17, 2010 7:55 am
by HenryJ
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nice pics! I'm looking forward to our return this spring.

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sun Jan 24, 2010 8:18 pm
by jedthrocornpone
I learned my lesson! it was awsome and I can't wait to go back but I'm not going in august again :surrender: way too hot for this guy

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sun Jan 24, 2010 8:44 pm
by HenryJ
Good to know. October was perfect. We are hoping March will be as good.

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sun May 09, 2010 8:17 am
by HenryJ
Freak'n Awesome! I really want to see it in person someday.

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sun May 09, 2010 10:41 pm
by michaelhrgn
ya hopefully one of these years i will make a trip to moab, and i will swing by. i cant wate to swap in a vortec 350 so i will have power to tow my other toys and get beter mpgs then 14-15, iam hoping for closer to 17-20 with the v8 . my 97 4x4 gmc serria with 180,000 still gets 17 with 33s.

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Fri Jun 04, 2010 4:49 pm
by F9K9
moto_chick6, please do your homework before you perform this "mod".

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sat Jun 05, 2010 6:20 pm
by HenryJ
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That truck is just a 8) as it gets!

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sat Jun 05, 2010 6:26 pm
by 14x4
HenryJ wrote:That truck is just a 8) as it gets!
And it's all thanks to you guys. :thumb:

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sat Jun 05, 2010 8:24 pm
by F9K9
HenryJ wrote:Image
That truck is just a 8) as it gets!


+1 :thumb:

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sat Jun 05, 2010 8:41 pm
by HenryJ
F9K9 wrote:
HenryJ wrote:Image
+1 :thumb:
Add a cowl hood and he could be your evil twin! :evil:

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sat Jun 05, 2010 8:48 pm
by 14x4
HenryJ wrote:Add a cowl hood and he could be your evil twin! :evil:
A cowl (or maybe ram air?) hood is definitely in my truck's future. I'm finally getting back on my feet since I just starting working again. Once I pay off a few debts, I will be modding once again!

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sat Jun 05, 2010 9:28 pm
by F9K9
HenryJ wrote:Add a cowl hood and he could be your evil twin! :evil:
I think not. That set up is awesome! Puts me to shame. That is one sweet CC!

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sat Jun 05, 2010 9:34 pm
by 14x4
F9K9 wrote:That set up is awesome! Puts me to shame.
Are you kidding me? Get outa here! :lol:

Thanks for the compliment though.

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Wed Jun 16, 2010 5:47 pm
by clontz_wi64
what size tires are those?? I want a 31" when i get done lifting........

what's the widdest you can go on the stock 7" ZR5 wheel??

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Wed Jun 16, 2010 9:23 pm
by 14x4
If you're referring to my rig, they're 33x9.5 R15. I believe the widest you can go is 10.5. The 10.5 BFG's do look cooler than the 9.5's, but HJ has a whole list of reasons why the 9.5 is better.

Look up the "Marvelous Mystery Lift."

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sat Sep 18, 2010 10:46 pm
by michaelhrgn
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build a new front bumper and it turned out great / think about building a few to sale, and a wheelin video to share http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7IL_zLY63UI

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sun Sep 19, 2010 6:38 am
by HenryJ
Looks real nice. I am sure you could find buyers.

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Sun Sep 19, 2010 9:07 pm
by michaelhrgn
hears a better pic of it today /with 38s to lol and a little ..................MUD
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Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Mon Sep 20, 2010 2:28 pm
by MinnesotaMudder
If you don't mind me asking Michaelhrgn, How much did it cost you to lift your truck like that?

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Mon Sep 20, 2010 5:47 pm
by michaelhrgn
i have about 400-500 bucks in to it not including tires

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Mon Sep 20, 2010 8:19 pm
by MinnesotaMudder
Did you make most of the suspension your self. how did you do all that for just 400-500 bucks.

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Mon Sep 20, 2010 11:19 pm
by michaelhrgn
built every thing my self and found the best deals i could on axles @ the wrecking yards

READERS RIDES: Post a picture of your truck

Posted: Wed Sep 29, 2010 5:00 am
by DR Krush
14x4 wrote:Image
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Mike
Northwest Indiana

2003 S10 ZR5

Current Modifications:
2" Body lift
2" Boise Leaf-spring kit
1" Torsion bar crank
Bilstein Heavy Duty shocks
Front (1.25") and rear (2.5") wheel adapters
Fender-well cuts
Skidz Flares
BF Goodrich 33x9.5-15 All Terrains
KC Hilites off-road lights
Go Rhino 3000 grille guard
Manik tail light guards
Oil pan and engine skid plate
CB Radio + Whips
Tonneau cover
Best truck I seen so far young lad.

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Thu Sep 30, 2010 4:41 am
by HenryJ
NWWA crewsonoma wrote:I just got this truck. I have a viper alarm/remote start,Pionner avic-n3 navdvd in dash screen and just put on a intake,brush guard i will also be puting on my off road piaa's soon
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Welcome aboard :wave:

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Mon Nov 29, 2010 7:51 pm
by michaelhrgn
ToddZCrew wrote:Hello!! Just came along this site thought I would drop in and stake my claim!

I have a 2002 S10 Crew! With a custom solid front axle leaf spring suspension. It is on 33" Kumho Mud terrains, has a dana 30 in front for now, and a ford 8.8 in back for now!! Total lift is about 8 inches; 10 with tires!! It has a mini spool in the back; still looking for a locker for the front, seeing as I need to stick the front driveshaft in!! Everything else is stock, but not if I can help it!
good to see you made it over hear cant wate to see your crew dirty

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Mon Nov 29, 2010 8:59 pm
by HenryJ
ToddZCrew wrote:I have a 2002 S10 Crew! With a custom solid front axle leaf spring suspension...
Looks pretty nice. :rock: It would look even better with a set of Skidz flares ;)

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Mon Nov 29, 2010 9:28 pm
by michaelhrgn
so would mine :) :) :)

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Tue Nov 30, 2010 5:41 am
by HenryJ
michaelhrgn wrote:s10 would mine :) :) :)
Last two rides west had no room. Still in the back of my mind though. If you get the cash rounded up, I'll make darn sure they expedite.
We will get the rear flares on there.

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Tue Nov 30, 2010 8:53 am
by ToddZCrew
HenryJ wrote:
ToddZCrew wrote:I have a 2002 S10 Crew! With a custom solid front axle leaf spring suspension...
Looks pretty nice. :rock: It would look even better with a set of Skidz flares ;)
have any pics of these skidz flares?

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Tue Nov 30, 2010 9:13 am
by HenryJ
ToddZCrew wrote:...have any pics of these skidz flares?
Skidz Flares
They are no longer produced. I had a spare new set for my truck which is gone now.

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Check out the rest of the trucks with the MML (Marvelous Mystery Lift ) for other examples.

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Tue Nov 30, 2010 11:22 am
by riceburnr2005
hey henryj what kind of tool box is that in your truck?

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Tue Nov 30, 2010 11:25 am
by HenryJ
Rubbermaid. I had a spare fuel tank in it at that time. Swing by the house and I'll load it up ;)

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Tue Nov 30, 2010 7:36 pm
by ToddZCrew
nice truck HenryJ! the flares look good!! I want a set of flares, but I'm not ready to buy any just yet. Getting my front drive shaft in is my priority!!

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Tue Nov 30, 2010 10:43 pm
by riceburnr2005
rubbermaid? hmm, ill have to look into that i wanna get one just dont wanna pay 500 bucks for one.. putting a spare fuel tank in there was a good idea too..

Re: READERS RIDES: Discussion

Posted: Wed Dec 01, 2010 5:58 am
by HenryJ
riceburnr2005 wrote:rubbermaid? hmm, ill have to look into that i wanna get one just dont wanna pay 500 bucks for one.
There should be a thread about it here somewhere. I'm pretty sure that they were discontinued. Seems like it cost right around $100 new.