LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

[SY2455]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

Did GT's come with the split window like that? ---

Mine did as far as I know and I've seen them on other GT's...although I plan on removing it in favor of the smooth window when it goes to the body shop.

I know mine came with a split window as well.

If I recall correctly starting in 1988 the sliding rear window was a 3 panel with the center panel sliding toward the pass side that was installed like the windshield was. Before 1988 the sliding rear window was a 4 panel style with the 2 center windows sliding to each side.

 

[super-gt]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

You sure? Cause mine is a 4 panel like you described?

Either way it's commin out of there.

 

[SY2455]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

You sure? Cause mine is a 4 panel like you described?

Either way it's commin out of there.

Well my 1982 had a sliding rear that was a 4 panel. The rear window on the 1988 S-10 that I gave my daughter has a factory rear window that is a 3 panel. So I call my contact at GM for research and here is the straight scoop. All factory rear sliding window are 3 panel with the center panel sliding to the pass slide. With the factory part #'s as follows.


Please Note: Both of these part # have been discontinue and there are none in stock.

1982 to 1990 Sliding rear window Part # 12340800

1991 to 1993 Sliding rear window Part # 12340801

The part # change reflects a update that was made somehow to the window.

 

[super-gt]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

Well my 1982 had a sliding rear that was a 4 panel. The rear window on the 1988 S-10 that I gave my daughter has a factory rear window that is a 3 panel. So I call my contact at GM for research and here is the straight scoop. All factory rear sliding window are 3 panel with the center panel sliding to the pass slide. With the factory part #'s as follows.


Please Note: Both of these part # have been discontinue and there are none in stock.

1982 to 1990 Sliding rear window Part # 12340800

1991 to 1993 Sliding rear window Part # 12340801

The part # change reflects a update that was made somehow to the window.

interesting, thanks for the info

 

[ChevelleDude71]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

Any update? When will this thing be back on the road?

 

[super-gt]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

Hey, yea progress has been kinda slow for the last little while. My sister passed away quite recently and it has hit the family pretty hard so my dad and I haven't been doing much on the truck.

I pulled the back window out of it yesterday and the bed should be on its way to the body shop in the next couple weeks so progress will be resuming shortly.

 

[MikeRenz]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

wow sorry to hear about your sis. some things aren't as important....hope you and your fam are doing well.

 

[ChevelleDude71]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

wow sorry to hear about your sis. some things aren't as important....hope you and your fam are doing well.

X2 WOW Taylor! I"m really sorry for your loss. I couldn't imagine losing my sister at this age. You are in my prayers.

 

[super-gt]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

Thanks guys, I appreciate it.

 

[super-gt]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

Hmmm..how bout an update? yes?

The bed is down at the body shop right now getting all finished up. The truck will be joining the bed sometime this week. I'll be going down to the body shop to help prep this thing for paint. Look forward to some color on this thing in acouple weeks!

Oh...and incase you guys are wondering. The truck is sitting at ride hieght in the pictures above. The back will actually be alittle lower once the bed/gas tank/battery goes on. Then imagine with all the cladding on it..

Yep...speed bumps are gonnaa be a bitch. :tup:

 

[FirstGenZq8]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

what part # is your QA1 front coil over set up?

 

[badmatt]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

what part # is your QA1 front coil over set up?

Its will be the g-body/s10 kit from QA1

 

[super-gt]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

I got my front coil over set up from spohn....

link: http://www.spohn.net/?action=shop&pcid=1024

 

[FirstGenZq8]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

do you know the spring rate of your coils?

 

[super-gt]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

do you know the spring rate of your coils?

Yikes...been awhile since I bought this stuff. lol

I'm pretty sure the spring rate is 350 though. They have recomendations on spohn's site based on front end weight, so you should also consider that and possibly consult with spohn before you make any purchases.

 

[super-gt]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

Hey guys, haven't done an update in awhile, so I've got a few new pics to post.

Truck was just rolled into the paint booth acouple hours ago.

No door handles/locks

No Antenna

Front bumper

Back bumper and tailgate with shaved handle.

Rear cladding pieces. (Exhaust indent was filled in on passenger side.)

Extra fiberglass was added to the front and rear bumper end pieces to improve the fitment.

Bed is nearing completion, the inside should be primered by tomorow.

Shaved gas tank door.


Should be more updates here shortly. Paint is comming soon!

 

[kentuc]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

Yeah,been a while! Lookin good.

 

[mattw]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

Good deal filling in that horrible looking exhaust indent that the GTs have in that rear cladding.


-Matt

 

[warmpancakes]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

why didnt you remove the lights from the rear bumper before primer?

 

[92TYPHOON937]

Re: LS1-Sonoma GT build (updated with pics)

that is going to be BADASS when done :tup: :woot: