I BOUGHT A 98 K1500 Silverado! | OBS Chevy Project | Episode 1

I have always loved the look of these trucks. My very first vehicle I ever drove, in fact, was a single cab obs 1500 work truck. This obs silverado is a better specimen from that era but still feels like I'm back in the late 90's. It has the extended cab, the 5.7L Vortec 350, and is a ton of fun. This is the first episode in the project series of doing a little bit of restoration work on this and a few small modifications that are easily reversible incase I ever want to sell it

[@cyclonekevin6199]

Great truck, very clean and a great deal.

[@chadward6433]

I’m so glad your doing Chevy obs videos I just got one

[@Unknown-qb7zj]

Glad to see someone else who’s got a little sentimental value outta these OBS’s my first truck was 95 c1500 wt as well inherited it from my gramps and had it ever since never let me down

[@kinggreen917]

This is my dream truck. Great video!

[@ArmedPatriot]

Mine has 112000 miles

[@mitchkupietz]

Mine has 220,000 😉 still got many more to go cuz I take care of her ❤

[@angieanderson4278]

Just purchased a 97 Silverado Z71 with a 104K miles. I couldn’t be more proud to have it. So proud that it is in A1 shape.

[@dominictremblay3465]

Z71 package includes skidplates too. Great truck!

[@beardedreviews]

Yea I have all the info in my head and then as soon as I turn the camera on, I always forget something lol

[@randygunther542]

Just about to buy one of these, very excited

[@baura96]

It all depends if you have the black box under the driver side dash but Keyless entry is a breeze, if you find the genuine key fob for that year. All you have to do is jump the 4th and 8th pin on the obd2, you'll hear the locks cycle and then you hold the lock and unlock on the fob.

[@stevebradbury101]

I also have a 1997 K1500. I inherited it from my late brother. It is a nice-looking truck, maroon, and gold. There are a few quirks about it. For example, only one speaker works, buttons missing from the stereo, and there is an airbag light on the instrument panel. No rust. The main thing that I would like to change about it is to eliminate the brush guard bumper of the front.

[@beardedreviews]

I did a video changing out my front bumper, but just from a chrome one to a black one

[@jeffstone7912]

The stock whip antenna works better than the stubies. That is why they still put them on pick up trucks today.

[@rosasrobles5214]

SICK..! truck bruh. I just got me one too, its a keeper for sure man. I'm gonna restore to the best of my abilities and enjoy it.

[@wadecreighton4584]

Also on the jump door I had the same problem and through you tube I found that over time the push rod bends. I opened it up straightened out the push rod a little and it’s working great. Easy fix!! I’m looking at sending it back to the 90’s chrome double roll bar, KC lights, chrome tubular nerf bar and a simpler brush guard. Going to keep the original wheels but add a pioneer apple play Rockford speakers.

[@toma1144]

Nice! Congrats, green and white are my choices.

[@dentondunn4346]

Just got a 98 5.0 5sp 4wd Chevy Cheyenne with tow package & leather seats, new 31.10.50 15’ tires on nice aluminum wheels with cowl hood and really loving it. It drives and shifts so well. Only issue with my truck is driver door handle. It’s had cats removed and replaced with straight pipe with sensor drilled into the pipe with stock muffler and it has a true cold air intake. 285,000 miles but motor is quiet like the sound of it and so far not using oil or leaking any. I couldn’t be happier with the truck, I love it. I didn’t realize that they came with a vortec 5.0, they must be good engines

[@fordmuscleluis9710]

That rhino liner bed liner which matches the green paint job looks awesome

[@scottk8245R]

Great truck. Have one just like it. Awesome chassis.

[@carterthiessen2664]

I have a 98 k1500 I bought when I was 16 years old in early 2012. Paid 2250 for it. Needed all the ball joints and tie rods, wheel seals and brakes. Its a 4x4 but not z71, however it has all the skid plates and the same wheels, and I bought heavier duty shocks so its basically a z71. Also has the big radiator with the trans and engine coolers built in. Being in Canada the rockers and rear fenders are rusted out sadly. I picked up some 17 inch rims from a cateye and put 34s on it, they just fit with a torsion crank and still rub a bit. Coming up on 400k kms and its extremely reliable. My truck had power locks but no keyless entry as well, but when I got an aftermarket command start I got the guy to hook up the door locks to the command start fob.

[@kylehines1626]

I had one of these with the storage box, the lid didn’t stay on very well, definitely recommend dropping the spare tire so you can get a good look at the crossmembers and also makes running a dual exhaust 10x easier

[@beardedreviews]

Yea I need to get all the way underneath. Had it on a lift once and it looked pretty decent but yea I need to get under the spare as well

[@jimb6594]

I have a 97 K1500 and a 98 K1500. The two are in the process of becoming one. I have named it Frank. 😂

[@JOSH-bx5wp]

Last reliable chevy pickup the best way to put an obs chevy. Great video

[@thenothingkiller5341]

I had been searching for my dream truck for five years. Mostly because I wanted a very specific set up. I got mine for $2,300. It is a 4x4 5 speed 👍. It needs quite a bit of work done, but I'm okay with that since I aim to keep it till I die. These are great trucks and very versatile. The body lines are my favorite. I'm planning on dropping a crate motor in it and a 35.000 trans. Plus much more goodies as I go. It'll take some time and money, but will be totally worth it in the end. I prefer the crew cab for the extra space so I can store tools inside. The all manual set up is the best one in my opinion. Less failures and more balls.😊

[@anthonyr829]

You got a steal! That truck is very nice! I have a 96 3/4 ton GMC Sierra. I have owned it since 2001. 250k miles on it. Very reliable trucks!

[@beardedreviews]

yea it should last me my lifetime!! Love hearing from people who have high mileage ones. Makes me feel good about the purchase!

[@josephrodriguez1781]

What a steal lucky find for the price!

[@theobsessedguy3652]

As far as your keyless entry look in your glove compartment at the rpo codes. See if you see the code AU0. If it's there then it has keyless entry. Then it's as simple as buying a remote off ebay and then looking up how to program it. Its very easy.

[@BigGonTheBeat]

i recently got this truck for my first truck it needs work but drove it for the first time today its great

[@harley1969chuco]

I agree with you on what you said about the Truck👍👍👍👍 BUT BUT the camper shell looks really cool ... I love the Truck 👍

[@joemonahan2972]

I have 91 Z71 and 95 6cyl. Both great trucks! Enjoy yours.

[@georgestpierre848]

Yep great trucks I just bought a 97 2 1/2 years ago I love it won't give it up for nothing I'm also an installer for alarms and keyless entries I can tell you how to do that easy enough but good luck with your new truck looks great that rustic of them extensions there's a big thing of foam in there you need to remove that and treat the inside of that because otherwise spraying over that is not going to do any good

[@thecrusadesofbangbang]

Got a 96 obs,Chevy Power

[@jani8362]

Beautiful truck!

[@beardedreviews]

thankyou so much!

[@bryanmagee3854]

Love the truck.. i have a 1997 K1500. Sadly mine was only $750.00 and came with a sweet blown motor! lol In three yrs id say im into it about $13-14k... maybe more.. but as you stated the value of these trucks in the next 10yrs could be pretty solid. In ever plan on selling mine.. this is a dream vehicle of mine. Enjoy the build.. ill be subscribing for sure!

[@chaotictaco4835]

I have the same one! I got mine for 2250

[@user-pn3im5sm7k]

13-14k??? how?

[@peytonparks313]

Same but 98 for 700

[@mikeydejon2148]

Super clean

[@beardedreviews]

thanks so much man!

[@oscarperezgonzalez9203]

I just picked up one for $1200 a 96 z71 silverado 1500 it had little details like the fuel gage and temperature gauge didn’t work and it needed ball joints and hub but the truck started and ran so iam so excited to start a new project

[@jaredbrown2479]

It’s got so much life left in it

[@chris1le]

Damn I have a green 98 Silverado and a 91 Camaro. The truck is great!

[@josephdowney4919]

I’m fixing up a 1996 GMC like yours but indigo blue. I’m subscribing to see more of this build. I would like to see the body work done on here as I have to do the same repair on my drivers side read cab corner. That seal on the roof above the drivers side rear window leaks on all of these extended cabs and causes the cab corner to rust out.

[@Moco925]

I had a 97 k1500 from the original owner with around 110k. It was my baby and some drunk b ran a red light and totaled my girl 😢. It was the sane green and z71 package as well. These were my favorite trucks growing up probably because of the commercials but they still remain my favorite "newer" chevy trucks out there. Something about that square body box Chevy and they still had the 350 ❤

[@emuonwheels1990]

Please keep making your vids on the build. I bought that exact truck as a project for me and my son and gonna need your input.

[@beardedreviews]

Videos will definitely keep on coming!

[@bruzavich5242]

Here doing the same thing.

[@leosonson5343]

Am working on 92 regular cab white from Canada and yes your right these trucks are probably the last easy wrenching do it yourself truck and damn near impossible to kill.

[@ek6648]

In about 2 weeks my 97 Chevy C1500 stepside will be done after getting out the LPG system. Then I have my new car/truck! My first truck ever got. Cant wait!

[@tompresley639]

I have 98 K1500 as well and I'm redoing everything on mine; plan on raptor lining the entire truck from the frame on up. Just now reworking the cracked dashboard and i think i did a Damn good job overall. To be continued

[@luisbravo495]

Keep going amigo, don't give up 👍

[@tendraftsdeep]

Just got one of these, excellent trucks

[@beardedreviews]

they're the best man!

[@tendraftsdeep]

@@beardedreviews I'll send you a pic of mine, but how? Greatest trucks ever made!

[@elvisstarlord7121]

I have owned Ford, Toyota Tundra, and 2 1998 Chevrolet Silverado both z71 and 25004x4 the 2500 I still own both were and are perfect . Best truck ever imo the 98 chevys never let me down .. ever ! Take care of it and it will take care of you. Give it a name. Mine is BamBam and I get an offer about once a week for her

[@kylewhisenant9412]

Bought the 97 chevelet 167k for 5 grand I love it does have custom exhaust and no cat on it. Sounds badass got it cheap Because of oil and coolant leak am getting it looked at hope it's not a pain in the Ass to fix.

[@fl3x101]

The owner took care of it

[@beardedreviews]

Yea I got lucky

[@davidraak1055]

@@beardedreviews is it true that they have transmission issues cuz I'm about to buy one with a rebuilt transmission and I don't want any problems

[@doneagan2094]

I bought a 98 k1500 Silverado (copper colored) extended cab 4x4, 3 door, with black tint Windows, and tan interior. Came stock with a 5.7 vortec with dual exhaust. I been commented on how clean it is. It looks like it never touched a mud puddle and very well maintained. I raised it up 2" but eventually going to a 4" lift. I don't want it to tall. I replaced the stock rims to polished aluminum/black rims with 31's, wrangler off road tires. It has a keyless black box start up under dash so its missing something other than the start up remote to be operable. I haven't figured out what else it needs yet to make it work. I bought it for $6,000.00 with 160,000 mi. It now has 210,000 mi. It has the front bench seat (cloth). Im looking to replace with bucket seats and reapolster to leather, or vinyl. Im hoping to restore with tilt front end and lift box kit for show. Also would like to change the truck bed to wood bottom with stainless strips, like the old 60's C10 trucks had. And cowl induction hood. All for show. Followed with lots of chrome. "Im a chrome guy."

[@wut0.o]

Love the green I have 2 98 1500s ones a regular cab shortbox and my daily is a extended cab like yours 🤘😬

[@jelmo0524]

Man I couldn't believe it when this video popped up when I searched for 1998 Chevy Silverado Z71.... I literally bought a 1998 Chevrolet K1500/GMT-400/Z71 Silverado/ 1st Gens...😂.. but all jokes aside its the exact same exterior color as yours Extended Cab Z71 3rd Door.... I have light gray leather interior, keyless entry, complete factory AM/FM/Cassette then factory single CD player under the HVAC controls... everything is completely stock except the air intake system was changed over to K&N but it looks exactly like the factory one just says K&N on it.. it's a 1 owner truck extremely well maintained mechanically, has small dent under driver side back window where deer hit truck, and rocker on passenger side has rusting at very bottom but can fix all that stuff myself, it has 307,000 Highway miles on the chasis and body, but motor, tranny, and transfer case refreshed last year along with all new front suspension from GM.... best part is I got it for $3000.....

[@jimervin1637]

That's a 3/4 ton as evidenced by the curved spoke wheels. The 1/2 tons such as my '97 had the straight spoke mag wheels. I like the green colour but I'm not sure about the opening rear door. It's nice of course if you're a family man or have a lot of stuff to carry in the rear seat. But in my case, as a single guy, I wanted the extended cab mainly for attending large automotive swap meets and sleeping overnight in the back seat. Saved a lot of money on motel costs that way since I'm not too tall to fit the seat. Maybe the opening rear door might add to the value of the truck. But I also figure that it's one more thing that may need fixing and I've probably saved a bundle that way. And I don't intend to sell the truck anyhow.

[@alanm3079]

Got a 97 chev Silverado awesome truck all stock best 2000 I spent

[@rease1820]

That is a cleann obs

[@doge4855]

I had the same keychain for my S10 blazer haha. Going to check out a K1500 tmr, looks like a deal.

[@sms3736]

The 99-06 trucks were pretty good too for reliability.

[@user-pn3im5sm7k]

Agreed. I have an OBS now but has a 2000 NBS 5.3 and it had 190K miles when I sold it with PLENTY of life left. 0 wrong with it when I sold it.

[@mildbill222]

99-06 trucks were probably the most reliable trucks gm made. Those engines before afm couldn’t be killed.

[@bojo4558]

My dad bought one new loved it😀

[@MaineGirlOutdoors]

Don't call it an OBS you make me feel old lol. My first truck was a '98 Silverado just like this one different color. Going to look at another one tomorrow hoping it's as good as the lady says it is. 🤞Nice review. 👍🏻

[@vanishaglass839]

I got one so I’m excited for the build I need ideas lol. Also your the reason why I bought a camaro so this should be fun

[@beardedreviews]

Nice! Did you get a single or crew cab?

[@vanishaglass839]

@@beardedreviews crew cab

[@beardedreviews]

@@vanishaglass839 NICE!! I like the crew cab look better than single cab personally

[@ovedmoreno]

NICE!!!

[@bobavedian1009]

Dark bug guard add on makes the truck look better . Try it ; only cost for the guard.

[@jacobmackenzie2343]

My 96 has the same package with leather seats and it have the original key fob

[@petercook3143]

Just get some sweet later model Silverado wheels, big difference. 18 inch either version.

[@Lawnmowergovroom]

I believe that the second battery slot was for the deisel option.

[@donteblack7294]

Nice 👍🏾👊🏽

[@josephc5806]

I just scored one of these for 1000 dollars 120 thousand miles.

[@fixinthatjunk7863]

Love the truck brother.. The value of these trucks are going through the roof as more and more are crushed at the wrecking yard.. I make a killing on ebay selling the parts off these trucks!

[@beardedreviews]

heck yea. I'm sure I've bought something from you at some point lol

[@fixinthatjunk7863]

@@beardedreviews Yah just started my channel and trying to fill the gap on trucks 88-94. Nobody is showing the gauges and light switch repairs needed to fix them..

[@ploxplox1109]

one of the trucks I really want

[@beardedreviews]

They're amazing trucks!

[@beefcakes27]

The short list of issues you may have with this. The most common and I have had them. 1) Ignition module 2) Distributor 3) windshield wiper motor... Good luck.. Nice looking truck..!

[@beardedreviews]

Nice, thanks for the list! Might start doing some preventative maintenence soon!

[@ronnie4661]

Forgot transmission and fuel system don’t ask me how I know 😂

[@misterpimlott6330]

Subscribed!!! You should restore it and all, this is my dream truck or a bullnose 1980 ford f250!

[@N_Simerson]

Still my favorite GM truck. I have a 98 k2500 4x4 with a 454 and a 96 k1500 4x4 350 both are ext cab. Looking for a single cab to bag

[@beardedreviews]

Yea I haven't really driven many new trucks so maybe I'm biased, but I would agree with you

[@jeffcena9540]

The obs chevys were still available in 2000 but in 99 the new gen came out

[@Meg8554]

The last generation of 1500s of GM trucks are up to 06 year. 07 gm trucks on the 1500s has Afm systems.

[@Euro_Garage]

About to pick up a 98 with 180k miles for $2400 tomorrow :)

[@mitchkupietz]

I have the exact same one but it’s ran ❤❤❤

[@anthonymusso5282]

Nice

[@beardedreviews]

thankyou!

[@joshtwyman6319]

My dad had one of these same gear same color even he bought it in 2000 used with under 1k miles I grew up in it I was born in 05 only problem he ever had with it was when the transmission went out in less than 2 months from December of 2012-February 2013 was a great truck I miss it my dad traded it in for a 2013 f250 I love them both and have great memories with both

[@beardedreviews]

Yea they're such good trucks. I wonder if the transmission thing was a common issue?

[@joshtwyman6319]

@@beardedreviews from what I know and who I’ve talked to it’s really 50/50 some had problems others didn’t

[@Wildflower63]

I have a beautiful green, GMC 1998, but not a four wheeel drive. I Love my truck!

[@MFatomed01]

Wet sand and machine polish the wheels they will change the whole look and hand buff the mirrors to turn the paint back black

[@toddnorhton7477]

I have a viper alarm on my 98 k1500 and it has a keyless entry style just like the factory one. Only thing is you can’t lock the doors when you’re in it.

[@beardedreviews]

I have a viper alarm still in the box. Thought about installing it. Did you have keyless entry before or only after you installed the Viper?

[@toddnorhton7477]

@@beardedreviews it had an alarm and the fobs were junk so I was replacing it. I honestly thought the keyless entry was standard on those. Not sure on mine.

[@no_more_nyce_guy]

Looks good. There are videos on KZbin and get fob on eBay. New sub

[@leandro6512]

😍😍😍

[@stacyon1wheel53]

I love my obs

[@justynporter5721]

The obs time line is from 88-2001 but they weren't common in those years

[@garyholt9573]

If your going to do anything as far as lift don't buy a leveling kit all they do is wear out suspension parts and rides rough it cost a little bit more money but it's well worth it to buy a suspension lift for these OBS trucks. That's just my two cents. Good looking truck though.

[@Hernandez530]

Looks exactly like mine lol

[@tyronebateslibra9435]

Undercoat the frame, they have rust remover for the rust.

[@everettpangle1861]

Hey Bud I have a 1998 GMC Sierra 1/2 ton with a tow package I ordered special in 98 it still looks brand new. Try to leave your truck stock. Because I my Black GMC Sierra is all original and looks great. Always having some asking me if I want to sell it.

[@campland2880]

"Last reliable Chevy pickup you can get" ?? Dude, Chevy trucks are def the most reliable out there. . . always have been.

[@tct133]

Have you ever owned the 5.3? Absolute garbage motor

[@campland2880]

@@tct133 . . .Only a few of them. . . 200k w/o any problems is very typical. Your ignorance is hilarious.

[@tct133]

Bahahaha

[@Thugwasp28]

Hair dryer or heat gun to get rid of vinyl

[@everettpangle1861]

Hey bud I have a 1998 GMC Sierra 1/2 ton pickup I special order it when bought it brand new. And it still looks like brand new with 156000 on it. My advice to you is to keep it and keep it stock! Let me know if you would like to see my truck?

[@Siitri]

“Highly sought after” 😂😂😂😂😂

[@beardedreviews]

you're implying that they're not?

[@screamingscarecrow4251]

From where I from they are very sought after; and they hard to get because nobody will sell (including me)

[@beardedreviews]

@@screamingscarecrow4251 Yea I don't think Bryan understands the situation with these trucks lol

[@joshking6266]

Very sweet truck!! If I might ask what do you use to clean the engine bay?

[@beardedreviews]

Alot of stuff i just use general cleaner on. The tools are the most important thing I think. Good microfiber towels, air blow gun, and those little detail brushes go a long ways

[@mr.e5930]

Does anyone know if you have a stock one to put a bed camper do I need to upgrade anything for weight ?

[@dennsil1]

I have the same truck ,120,000mi. i ordered a keyless entry on mine it was an option it has a lock un lock fob that goes on your key chain separate from the key .also have the duel battery setup .It was an option and comes wired. You can run another from possetive wire to the extra lug at the fusebox, then another from neutral to a ground i used the nut on the altonator, they offered that as part of the trailer tow package i also have the original dealer showroom book that shows all the options the 98 offered ,BE CAREFULL MESSING WITH THE PLASTIC ROOF headliner when uou replace the speakers ,they crack very easly!

[@beardedreviews]

Yea I really wish mine had the keyless entry. Just that touch would make it feel way more modern. I almost cracked my top plastics as well when replacing the speakers lol.

[@dennsil1]

I also had a 96 but it was totaled in a accident thats how i got the 98, i ordered it from chevy and waited 12 weeks for it i was at the dealership when they unloaded it 5 miles on it ,two things chevy would not do for me 1 they wouldnt put in the larger gas tank ,or the duel tank setup ,2 wouldnot put in the 454ss moter

[@beardedreviews]

@@dennsil1 You still have your 98?

[@Mk_transmissions]

Hi I just bought a 90 k1500, very clean, 5 speed manual how much you think it’s worth?

[@beardedreviews]

Alof of it depends on the region you live in. It's also one of those things that if you hold onto it, it should shoot up in value

[@hectorramirez1808]

I have one just like it, I haveca little problem, the black canister next to the radiator floods with gasoline, and the truck shuts down, I dont know why.😢

[@gregoryfoster5995]

Can yo do video on how you removed the side skirts

[@user-pn3im5sm7k]

Where did you get those z71 floormats?

[@mfbrayan6532]

I have the same truck but my engine bay isn’t that clean and I was wondering if you have any tips on cleaning it without damaging anything

[@beardedreviews]

Detailing brushes help a bunch, and look up a good black plastic restorer. That will go a long ways towards cleaning up the engine bay

[@nicholasmelfi4684]

You must be from the northern state's My 98 has no rust!

[@beardedreviews]

must be nice lol

[@SammLloy481]

Nope. I have theee very last K 1500 4x4 350. LS 5.7 Z71 1999. Vin#GCEK.. I HAVE THE LAST ONE that rolled off the assembly line. Made in Texas. Still . You got a great deal on that truck. Mine is a Vortec as well. I have 2 batteries under my hood. It came with the truck and was mfg. With 2 batteries. I have the AUTO SPARK ignition system as well. I bought it brand new in 1999 picked it up in Texas at Sue Hartman Chevrolet dealer. My Chevy is light drift sand metallic and is the 3 door with dual exhaust large bell tipped exhaust and all custom 3 unch lift with a trail boss tool box and highly customized .

[@alexislee7042]

I have a question, my paint code has faded but we have the same colour truck, I’m wondering what colour your truck is? I’m trying to patch up some rust spots! Thank you!

[@beardedreviews]

Mine is the emerald green color I believe