1998 GMC Sierra 1500
CUSTOM FEATURES:
Complete new front and rear suspension components include narrowed Ford 9 differential with 3.80 Detroit Locker positrac, Strange pro race axles, Aerospace Components high performance disc brakes on all 4 wheels, 4 link traction rear suspension with AFCOILS-coil over rear shocks. TIG welded aluminum fuel tank behind axle. Weld Prostar aluminum rims 15X14 in rear and 15X7 in front, Mick Thompson Sportsman radial tires rear 31X18.00R15LT and front Cooper Cobra P255/60R15. TIG welded custom mini tubs in bed to accommodate 15 wide MT tires. Custom suspension done by Dennis Blackstone, Boise.
Stock 350 CI V8 was completely rebuilt by Mike Hering at Valley Crankshaft in Boise. Engine was modified to a 383 stroker. All new components including Comp Cams camshaft. Dyno results show 395 HP at 5100 RPM and 448# torque at 4300 RPM. Dyno sheet included. Includes a reprogramming ECU, K&N air cleaner, ceramic coated block hugger headers. Engine rebuild and components either rebuilt or replaced. Honestly looks factory new under the hood, in the interior and the exterior. Just passed emissions test easily with all mods.
Custom Exhaust by Ammermans. Flowmaster 50 Performance Series with Vortec. Currently dumps out in front of rear axles. Resonates in cab. Will be modified in 3 weeks.
Original stock 700R4 automatic overdrive transmission was rebuilt with a Stage 2 shift kit and full performance parts by Brent McKenney-Custom Automatic Transmission Boise. Sharp, crisp shifts.
Dual cowl induction hood replaced stock hood and rear bumper replaced with roll pan. Burgundy vinyl Tonneau cover over bed. Original white paint and original burgundy interior are in like new condition. Original owner bought new 10/14/1997 with 253 original miles. Sold it to a friend on 7/13/22. 74-year-old friend sold it to me on 8/8/22 after only 380 miles. 128,380 miles for a 24-year-old vehicle. Average of 5,349 miles per year.