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The only thing s10 on this is the body. Everything is custom including the dash and interior.

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Here are some new pics to the truck at 98% complete. http://www.s-10crewcab.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/10148/normal_DSC07332.JPG http://www.s-10crewcab.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/10148/normal_DSC07330.JPG http://www.s-10crewcab.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/10148/normal_DSC07339.JPG

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My front bumber is got a fair bit of surface rust. I have tried painting it with Trimclad in the past but it always comes back. Has anyone had similar problems? What products/process worked for you?

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okie s10 wrote:WOW! I just lifted my truck, maybe I need to back up. That is gorgeous. How bout some some more in depth details on that baby? What the deal with the fenders?

That truck is the Brazilian version of the s10. Which is still sold there. Although this one shown is a custom.

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I made a post last year some time about the brazilan s10 I even have some photos in the gallery. At one time there was a member here that owned one, but I think he made a few posts then left. Drool over this... http://www.s-10crewcab.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/10148/normal_brazils10%7E0.jpg Also...

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Had the EXACT Same thing happen about 8 weeks ago. Thread here.... http://www.s-10crewcab.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=6178&highlight= 1.) Take the cable off the vacuum actuator and make absolutely sure engagement and dis-engagement is smooth. Shoot PB Blaster (NOT WD-40) down the cable end and cycle...

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What you're describing sounds like the fan is staying on. I know in the summer, when I get up to speed, particularly higher rpms with the fan on, it sounds like a jet. :) No, I know that sound this is much worse. It is almost deafening louder than a 18 wheeler gearing down at highway speeds. All th...

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Today while I was driving on the highway during deceleration my truck sounded like a Jet coming in for landing. I would describe it as a loud whine that corresponded with speed. Earlier I had used 4wd to get out of my driveway and I was thinking it had not properly disengaged. The 2wd light was on b...

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I was checking into the same thing. I narrow it down to a company called Comwave that has a great little mobile phone that uses WiFi hot spots. Check out http://www.comwave.net

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Has anyone seen this truck before? Notice the longer bed.

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You used caliper paint so there will be no problem, because it was designed for the temp that the brakes will produce. If you had used normal silver paint it would just start flaking off and make a mess. When I was a teenager I did all kinds of cheap mods so I have learned from my mistakes. :shock: ...

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Thanks for the info. It all started when I uninstalled some software for a programmable calculator. It must have taken some drivers with it. I'll have to sit down tonight and check out the things you guys pointed out. My wife gets so anrgy when things stop working on the computer and the only thing ...

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04crewvt wrote:Check device manager to see if there is a usb device error (Yellow exclamation point) if there is delete and try to reinstall. What Operating system are you using?

I am running XP

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My front grill clip has shown some signs of fading so I decided to take it apart and do the touch ups myself. I painted it black and while I had it apart I decided to paint the bowtie. I went with a can of silver that was ment for toching up rims. I'll post some pics as soon as I get my computer wor...

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I wish they would change the signal placement. I hate the way the signals sit on top of the lights.

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who owns kcustoms truck now? Is it being stored in a barn now? LOL

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Dag nabit. I was searching ebay a while back for the wet okole covers. And those would match my pewter truck perfectly!!!!

DOH.

Who did you buy them from? Do they have more up for auction?

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has anyone done a solid axle swap with the cc?

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I did a search but can't find... S-10 / Sonoma Crew Cab Stock Specifications Payload, base (lbs./kg) 1111/504 Maximum trailer weight ratings (lbs./kg) 5200/2358 Q: Who shouldn't you call for help finding stuff? A: cdnuser Awesome thanks. Oh and I changed the A: to pink so everyone could see. :cry:

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Just from personal experience. I love gateway laptops. Excellent build quality and customer service. Comes with gateway software that will automaticly detect old drivers or problems. I prefer the glossy screen and a 17 size. Any bigger and the unit is too large for your lap. Also mine has a 16:9 scr...

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I did a search but can't find what our trucks payload rating is. I did however come across a post regarding a hot tub in the back over a fire. LOL What is the payload rating on our trucks? What is the max tow rating weight? I want to put some pre-fab concrete steps in the back of the truck. (3 steps...

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You're not planning to park over a fire to heat the water, are you? :lol: Or park next to a 2008 Ford Super Duty I love that video. Our diesel tech at the dealership showed me that the other day. I especially enjoy how the pavement starts to smoke early on in the video. :evil: The ticking noise sou...

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Horsehammerr wrote:I had this thought this morning while looking at a copy of the LMC S-10 truck catalog. I came to the body replacement parts and there were new Zr2 front fenders for $99. Can't we just change to these fenders and get a lot more tire clearence ?

Wow love that LMC catalog. Its like a candy store.

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For some reason my fan only works on 3. 1,2,4 nothing, NADA.

What would cause this? Odd it works on one setting.

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Jigg wrote:Superlift or Trailmaster 5/6" suspension lift.

Thats it huh, no spring spacers or control arms.

Thats too bad. I guess the "in thing" is dropping s10s and not lifting.

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BobbleSmitty wrote:Sounds about right! You just may need to crank those torsion bars in the front to even it out some more.

Is there any other way to raise the front end without doing a t-bar crank?

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Wow

Mike's truck is awesome.. Is that a corvette engine in his truck! Anyone know more about his truck? Does he have a personal website?

It also looks like he has a different interior.

http://www.imagestation.com/album/?id=4289094133

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Does anyone make fiberglass fenders for the s10? Did you read this thread? :lol: The modification page still shows the fiberglass fenders website. Their $355.00 per fender but still may be an option. Yes. You need to check out our website- Fiberglass fenders For some reason I thought you where talk...

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Does anyone make fiberglass fenders for the s10? I see alot for the ranger and Jeeps

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That rack looks awesome!

PS adrenalnjunky, what lift do you have on the yellow CC in the photo gallery?

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I have not been able to find it in the US, but I am sure you can import it. Interesting to see how much it would cost to ship. I came across it by searching http://www.google.com.br

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SO I tore into the back of the ZR5 this weekend to inspect the parking brake. I DID NOT like having the boat drag my truck backwards down the ramp with the pedal fully depressed. I adjusted both parking drums out a bit and it worked better, but I need more. Guess I'll start looking at the cables......

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I just got my front rotors replaced too. The mechanic cursed the last guy (dealer) who did the break job because he didn't properly grease the pins. No wonder they didn't last long. The break job was just done last Oct. Well my sqeak is now gone for good. I thought that it was a bearing. Bearings ar...

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I don't believe in physics just like I don't believe in evolution. All that from tad poles and monkeys. Its all hog wash.

Physics is the same. All black magic created by government to control us.

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Here is an updated photo

It is one heck of a beast.

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This is a cool option. I like how it allows you to keep your bed cover. http://www.s-10crewcab.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/10148/barson.jpg Here is a cool aftermarket trunk kit. That is a brazilian s10 you see in the photo. http://www.s-10crewcab.com/coppermine/albums/userpics/10148/trunk2.jpg ht...

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Seems odd they would do a setup for a 2wd off road truck. They should do a street version for 4x4 s10s.

In Brazil they have all kids of aftermarket stuff for the CC. Most would fit our s10s.

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Saw an ad in one of the truck mags. Thought I would share this with the rest of you. Cut this from there website... Description: THE S-10 SUSPENSION GEOMETRY IS ONE OF IT'S OWN. CST TOOK ON THE THE TASK OF BUILDING A LONG TRAVEL UPPER AND LOWER ARM KIT AND THROUGH SOME TRIAL AND ERROR WE WERE ABLE T...

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Yes, Barch did and he rubbed.

Which member is Barch? Did he have a BL?

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Has anyone tried stock tires on a 15x8 wheel with 3.75 of backspacing, during normal driving? With or without a 2" BL??

Just curious.

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I have thought about getting a new exhaust system put in but first I have to get to the BL. When I do though I was thinking of going dual but out the sides. Dual tips on both sides mounted horizontal with the body. Too many guys around my area have dual exhaust out back with the large chrome outlets...

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I haven't yet seen them on a truck so I can't yet say that they look like ass. :shock: But just tossing an idea out there. Too bad we can't get our hands on the molds that where used on KCustoms's truck. :poke: Maybe I can get some of that black garden edging stuff and use it... :idea: Just kidding....

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Jigg wrote:No offense, but barf and double barf. What's wrong with your ZR5 flares that you'd consider getting those?

I can't extend my flares for larger tires. Stock is too small.

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Since no one makes flares for our crew anymore, I decided to look around for alternatives. Has anyone installed the univeral flare from Pacer? It is called the Pacer Flexy Flare. And from what I can tell it comes in a roll and you cut and mould it to your truck. http://www.pickupspecialties.com/Flex...

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BobbleSmitty wrote:Isn't the stock rim a 15x7 with either 235/70R15 or 235/75R15

I run 235/75R15 on my stock rims. I think stock is 70R

I plucked this info from

http://www.wheelsforless.com/ChevyWheels/default.htm

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Whatever happened to KCustom and his Truck? Or the flares for that matter?

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Note this is without any body mods and with stock backspacing.

Wheel Size Recommended Tire Sizes
15x7 205/75R15, 215/65R15, 235/60R15
15x8 235/60R15, 245/60R15
16x8 235/55R16, 245/50R16, 255/55R16
17x8 245/45R17, 255/50R17
18x8, 18x8.5 245/40R18, 255/45R18
20x8.5 255/35R20

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Instead of adding a leaf, is it possible to flip the rear axel so the leafs are mounted on top?

I have also heard on this forum a term called t-bar crank but after some searching could not find what it is? Could someone shed some light on this?

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I think I would listen more to the people who own crew cabs and are NOT trying to sell you wheels.

I would agree.

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jdeller wrote:you have 6 lugs on your cc?

no just a stock photo of the rim. They make the 5 bolt pattern for the s10 too.

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Just curious to see what other members have for aftermarket rims.

Everytime I find a rim I like the backspacing or bolt pattern is not offered for our setups.

Here is the rims I like from Procomp
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Well I just got off the phone with a few companies that make rims, American racing and Procomp. Both said that the 15x8 5x4.75 with 3.75 backspacing will fit our trucks. I said I know that the bolt parttern will fit but the back spacing is too low. Both times the person double checked and said that ...

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I guess GM didn't make the wheel wells big eough for the s10. I have noticed that the new colorado is able to fit a bigger tire and rim.

Has anyone got any ideas where I can find a similar rim, Black with chome lip, that will fit our s10?

Does offset have any factor?

Thanks

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Thanks for all the help. Where theres a will theres a way! Just so I am clear. 3.75 backspacing does not push the rim far enough outwards ( I would need as close to 5 as possible ) so when I turn the tire it will rub the fender? This is a deeper dish rim correct? Would use of a spacer help? Also the...

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bwenny247 wrote:what size tires do you want to run....if you stay around 30 or a small 31, i think those rims would fit with some trimming.

I would be perfectly fine with 30. I think the tires I have on now are P235/75R15 105Q

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I bought my truck used and the previous owner I guess never lubed the pins.

Even though I lube mine now, after a couple of weeks they start to lock up again. How can I fix this problem for good? Buy new calipers or pins??

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Oh well they only offer 3.75 backingspacing on the 8" rim. How much cutting would 3.75 require? What part of the tire would rub?? I am in love with these rims and it would be great if I could find a way for them to fit. Farily hard finding the s10 bolt pattern in a rim I like. The only rims I can us...

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Not enough rearspacing. Another inch might work. By rearspacing you mean backspacing? Forgive my newbie ignorance but an inch as in lower # or higher? LOL PS I just read your "The Marvelous Mystery Lift" very helpful. Being a lift newbie I still find it hard to wrap my brain around spacing, offset,...

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I want to order a set of procomp rims but I am not sure they will fit.

http://www.procomptires.com/pxa8179.html

I think this one will fit..

Size 15x8
bolt circle 5x4.75
offset -19mm
backspacing 3.75"

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Does Anybody Know Or Know Where I Can Find The Backspacing On A 1987 Camaro Wheel? How About The Bolt Pattern? Will This Fit The S-10? Camaro Wheels Does This Seem To Be A Good Deal?? Thanks For Your Input I had 87' Camaro rims on my 96 s10 2wd and they didn't rub at all. They actually looked prett...

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What type of rims do I see there. I am looking for a decent set for after I do my lift.

Are you guys going with an 8inch or 10inch wide rim?? Stock is 6 right?

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Love it!

So are you going to sell the bumpers? LOL.

off topic....

The one thing I find hard about this site is information on members rides. The photo area has no info.

Too bad we don't have a page for all members rides list of mods. Each member has one page for example.

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I got one just this past summer.

Going 125km/hour (I think 77-80mph) in an 80 (50mph). While driving my beat up 96' S10 long box with 2500000kms (155000miles). I told the cop I was surprised it could even reach a 100. He was not impressed when I told him he should recalibrate his gun. LOL.

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I would love to see some pics of your zr2 rearend install.

I was thinking about doing this mod to my truck.

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I am a complete newbie when it comes to lifts. And I really want to get a better stance for my stock Zr5. I want to keep it at a decent height because I use it as a daily driver on the highways. I would like to go a tad higher than a zr2 stance. Leaning towards maybe 4" How involved is doing a BL? I...

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WVHogRider wrote:http://www.hirheadlights.com/ I think this what he means.

Perfect... I may try these. I need something brighter. Thanks

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Who are these guys?

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Thanks HenryJ.

What do you mean by HIR bulbs?

I was thinking of buying the silverstar bulbs again. I had them in my car and they performed very well.

I will stay away from HID ebay specials

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Just a thought...what gear where you towing in?

I use 3 for towing.

I also find my truck wants to sit at 3 grand. But then again I drive on the fastest highway in Canada. AVG speed on the 401 is 125-135 KMs about 80-85 m/hr

I need to do a full tune-up very soon

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I have noticed that my weather stripping at the base of the window has started to raise. I keep putting it back in place but a few days later it is back up.

What is the proper way to fix this? Should I use some adhesive?

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I found a dealer selling an HID conversion for the S10 (plug and play). I would love to have and HID system without having to switch over to the GMC face using the factory HID. I prefer the s10 grill. Has anyone seen this system before? I am affraid of frying my wiring with a cheap kit. On ebay Item...

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http://www.s-10crewcab.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=4273 Check out this thread. It is most likely your brakes. You'll need to start lubing your slide pins. Actually, I just found and fixed a seized slide pin this weekend while replacing the only rotor wasn't replaced in over four years-Long story. I ...

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Wow...All I can say is wow. :shock: This post would get me in trouble in Canada. Tight guns laws here keep people from buying hand guns (lawfully). You can get a hand gun but it would be easier to walk on water. Unlike Americans we don't have the right to bear arms. Rifles on the other hand is a dif...

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Split topic-HJ

I am starting to have a noise problem now too.

Mine sounds like a metal squeak stops when I hit the brakes or go over 30mph

I think it is from the drivers side.

I wonder if it is the parking brake getting stuck on?

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Bumper re-painting * getting rid of the rust gremlins *

Drop Chop your s10 CC like this beauty!

My truck sounds like jet landing.

CC with a Zr2 frame

front clip removed.

Re: Stock max payload and tow rating

Stock max payload and tow rating

Re: MAX weight you would put in bed..im talkin stationary...

Fan only works on 3

Re: About these Caliper Pins.....

Bed mounted light bar/roll bar and trunk conversion

CST long travel suspension

Flexy Flares

Some helpful info when picking rims and tires

Axel flip and t-bar crank

Re: hummm

--- What after market rims do you have? --- post pics

Procomp rims * sweet * but will they fit?

Re: 1987 Camaro Wheels Updated 3-14-07

Another "LIFT" question

weather stripping

HID conversion

Brake Caliper slide pins stuck solved