1973-1987 GMC Truck và 1973-1987 Chevy Trucks These are trucks that were popular in the 70s and 80s. They quickly became the symbol of quality trucks thanks to their powerful capacity, ability to operate and conquer many terrains. different shapes. How to Build & Modify 1973-1987 GMC Truck/Chevy was born to guide readers on how to increase the power and improve some features for these two cars.

How to Build & Modify 1973-1987 GMC Truck/Chevy Information 

Title: Chevy/GMC Trucks 1973-1987: How to Build & Modify 

Author: Jim Pickering

Language: English 

Pages: 176 

Illustrations: 487 color photos

Publication Date: 14/05/2022

Publisher: Car Tech 

Format: Ebook 

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What’s in How to Build & Modify 1973-1987 GMC Truck/Chevy?

About the Author 

Jim Pickering is a truck enthusiast. He is also the managing editor of Sports Car Market and the editor of the American Car Collector. How to Build & Modify 1973-1987 GMC Truck/Chevy is the brainchild that Jim Pickering has put a lot of heart into and has also become the most famous title in his writing career.

How to Build & Modify 1987-1973 GMC Truck/Chevy Content

How to Build & Modify 1973-1987 GMC Truck/Chevy starts with an overview of the two models, calculating the budget to start the upgrade process. It digs deep into how to upgrade the systems and components on the car: Brakes and steering, Transmission, Body, Decoration and Interior, Wheels and tires, lighting. In addition, the author also clearly presents how to dismantle, clean and inspect the vehicle.

Jim Pickering He is also very generous when giving advice during the upgrade process, helping readers to implement the project easily and with few errors.

Table Of Content

Chapter 1: GM’s Square Years

• An All-New Hauler 
• Computerized Design 
• One Truck for Them All
• Plenty of Rigs 

Chapter 2: Getting Started 

• Setting the Initial Budget 
• Tools and Workspace
• Finding a Rig 

Chapter 3: The Teardown

• Pickup Box Removal 
• Hood Removal
• Grille and Front Fender Removal 
• Engine and Transmission Removal
• Cleanup 
• Final Cleaning and Paint 

Chapter 4: Suspension

• Front Suspension 
• Rear Suspension
• Upgrades
• Getting Low 
• Complete Suspension Kits
• Coilover Conversions
• Air Suspension
• Installing RideTech’s Air Suspension on a C10 
• Setting the Frame on the Ground
• Final Costs 

Chapter 5: Brakes and Steering

• Stock Steering 
• Steering Box Upgrades
• Rack and Pinion
• Factory Brakes 
• Brake Pads
• Brake Rotors
• Flexible Brake Lines
• Power Versus Manual Brakes
• Rear Brakes 
• Drum Brake Upgrades
• Disc Brake Upgrades 
• Selecting a Brake System 
• Creating Brake Lines 
• Master Cylinder

Chapter 6: Selecting and Building an Engine 

• Available Engines
• Small-Block Upgrades
• LS Swaps 
• Building a 6.0L LQ4 Street Terror
• Performance Upgrade Selection 
• LS Power Modifications 

Chapter 7: Installing an LS Engine in a C10

• Oil Pans
• Engine Mounts
• Fitting the Engine in the Truck
• Engine Accessories
• Exhaust
• Intake Manifold Selection 
• Charging System 

Chapter 8: Fueling, ECU, and Cooling

• Fueling
• Fuel Injection 
• LS Computer Controls
• Cooling

Chapter 9: Transmissions

• Automatic
• Manual
• Automatic Upgrades
• Swaps 
• Hydraulic Clutches
• Driveline 
• Speedometer 

Chapter 10: Rear Axle

• Bolt Count
• The 10-Bolt
• The 12-Bolt 
• Heavy-Duty Units 
• Checking Gears 
• Two-Tire Fire
• Parts Selection
• Swapping Gears in a 12-Bolt Chevy
• Breaking in New Gears 

Chapter 11: Body, Trim, and Interior

• Common Body Modifications
• Reassembling a Torn-Down Truck
• Body Gaps
• Bed Reinstallation
• Bringing OEM Paint Back from the Dead
• Exterior Trim
• Weatherstripping
• Interior 
• Changing the Color of Your C10’s Interior
• Gauges

Chapter 12: Lighting

• Headlamps 
• Turn Signals and Brake Lights
• Dash Lighting

Chapter 13: Wheels and Tires

• Wheels
• Tires
• Rubber Selection