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A straightened tie rod, new tie rod ends, steering stabilizer attached...a good day. I am waiting for a connecting link for the steering linkage. I’ll start cleaning crossmembers soon in preparation for paint, and then opening up the truck.

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Prepping more parts. Notice the V8 crossmember I’m grinding on...last pic shows Dolly waiting patiently...

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Getting closer... That is a nice looking shop also.

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Thanks...I always wanted a shop like this while I was in college (for years); I am thankful and glad I have it.

Yes, with every part that’s cleaned up, I inch closer to that day. After the crossmembers are cleaned, I think I’ll tackle the transmission/transfer case prep.

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Dolly is now in her stall, ready for the transformation.

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The proverbial “disconnect and remove the battery” photo, followed by draining of the radiator, as I am changing the motor.

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I am going to remove the front clip to gain good access. First, I remove the wipers, and don’t forget to BAG all the little screws from the cowl.

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Here, I document the number of spacers between the fenders and cab.

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Off to the races...I am going to try leaving the hood on the clip, so I am just going after the bolts that attach the clip to the cab and front frame.

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It’s easy to forget this bolt in the process...note the backing plate that goes between the fender and the cab.

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I am taking this support bar off the drivers side fenderwell because I am going to leave the fenderwells on the clip, and with the steering in the way, it’s gotta go. I taped the bolts onto the bar once it was removed.

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That’s what I got done for today, as I was working on a new project with some paint touch up...plus I was by myself, and I’m going to have to have help managing the clip removal.

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I'm amazed that everything is unbolting. It's going to look good as a 4x4.

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Agreed...so far, so good.

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You will be ready for the snow at this rate. You know there is a tool to remove the wiper arms so you don't have to pry with a screwdriver?

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I might be ready. You never know when it’ll come in this neck of the woods.

If you can, send me a picture of the tool you mentioned.

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Lifting the nose off the frame...passenger side was stubborn and gave way to a 3 lb sledge...then I propped the sides up waiting for assistance.

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Yes, I documented everything and bagged it.

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Help arrived and we got the clip removed and placed in the yard. This was a big deal for me...NO turning back.

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I'm surprised you only needed the 3# only once. Don't drink to much and run over the clip with the medium duty.....lol

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Now, I’m going to “top half” the motor, preparing for removal...all electrical, and mechanical that can’t stay with the motor are removed, arranged and marked. These pics will assure I place the small clips, pins etc in the right spot when I put this together.

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Here’s the mechanical “top half” of the motor.

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Next is this Double BBQ Burger...one bun as I’m watching my Carbs.

Removing the shift handle pin on top the trans is left, and then I can “bottom half” the drivetrain...another day.

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You’re very right...only one instance in which I had to use the enforcer...I’m quite surprised. No heat wrench yet, either.

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I'm getting a little excited to see it done. That burger looks great. I'm having a tri tip sammich on a ciabatta roll. Mmmmmm