Howdy-I am the proud owner of a former USFS 1985 K20 Suburban, 350, 4 speed manual, 4.10, 40 gal tank, no fancy stuff. I bought the green machine with 70,000 miles and since the purchase in 1994, I have put 225,000 on it. At least 80,000+ on nasty(read awesome) mountain and desert roads/trails. Only cost $5,000 back then. I have since replaced the clutch once, a steering box, an alternator, a power steering pump, a starter and a couple of brake replacements, so it has been a relatively inexpensive daily driver.
I know that sometime in the next 50-75K miles, a new engine might be in order. I am wanting to put some gauges to replace the idiot lights, perhaps put some carpet in for comfort, and maybe, just maybe, get rid of some of the rust.
Anyone had experience in hogging out the idiot lights on the dash and replacing them with 2 5/8 water temp, oil pressure and voltmeter gauges? Also looking for some minor mods to the fuel system like a carb spacer. When I end up needing the engine, I am contemplating an overdrive. Been a really good truck and I want to keep it running for as long as possible. Any thoughts? Zopilote
I know that sometime in the next 50-75K miles, a new engine might be in order. I am wanting to put some gauges to replace the idiot lights, perhaps put some carpet in for comfort, and maybe, just maybe, get rid of some of the rust.
Anyone had experience in hogging out the idiot lights on the dash and replacing them with 2 5/8 water temp, oil pressure and voltmeter gauges? Also looking for some minor mods to the fuel system like a carb spacer. When I end up needing the engine, I am contemplating an overdrive. Been a really good truck and I want to keep it running for as long as possible. Any thoughts? Zopilote
