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Congrats on #3, looks like she'll be a nice driver. Can't wait 'til mine is rolling.

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Looks like Western. These are the 'conversion' type that use original balljoints and tie rods.

POL was very quick and straightforward; gotta like that!

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..........thanx fryer; got all that degreasing done yet??

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Getting new parts is always exciting. Nice!!

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Yep...I'm trying to get the brakes and suspension updated as quickly as possible so I can drive it. I'm going to try really hard not to clean and paint everything along the way:lol:

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It's a '72 Demon 340. The distributor is actually in the right place...but there's some other weird stuff.:lol:


Yyyeeeeeaaaahhh....Rrrriiiiiiiggggghhttttt!! We believe you. :uhmk:

It's gettin' bigger by the minute...:D

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OK, Tim, I guess I am gonna clean some stuff as this is my progress so far today. I popped my balljoints off and seperated the spindles. Sprayed some Purple Power on everything and I'm letting it sit. Found a broken coil on the passenger side. I've seen this here in others threads although I havent seen it yet.

Oh yeah, I met erock and visited hickuppickup (Rob) yesterday. Had a good time and was blown away by Rob's mechanical fantasy land:lol:.....more later.

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OK, here's what Rob hooked me up with.......a CPP panhard set-up that extends to the trailing arm, not the pumpkin. Thanx Rob!! Cant wait to get the coils in there.

I did paint my new parts and cleaned stuff up. Installed new upper balljoints and hauled out my 1'' drop coils. Measured the stockers at 13 1/4'' and the CPP's at 12 1/4''. I opted to cut 1 coil off leaving 11 1/4''. Bolted the spindles in and called it a nite.....cant wait to see it on the ground tomorrow.

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Lookin good Jeff!
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Come on tomorrow.:metal:;)

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Congrats dude. It looks like a good truck.

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Thanx guys.......yeah, come on!!!!:lol:

Thanx Jason, where you been, man????????

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Trying to keep up with my costomers cars and the cars at work. 2 trucks, a burb and a blazer. You have got to be one busy guy.

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Done yet? Whats the drop on the spindles? I was thinking about puttting some on my 64 but I think my headers will drag. Guess I'll have to get some shorty headers. Should heave got them in the first place.

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Here it is at its new height!!!!:metal: Like it alot!! Dave, the spindles are 2.5''. First up are the brakes and then went to battle with the rear. One bolt came out like it was brand new and three fought and lost:lol:.......

The bottom spring bolts got ground down and pounded up thru the trailing arm. The tops came out by using the air chisel and folding the retaining plates and then sawing off the bolt with a sawzall. I had an extra set, so I didnt care about preserving them. Visit the pic of the aftermath :smoke:. Included a pic of the 4''HD springs I had for comparison.

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Didn't get the panhard in as I was getting tired, but wanted to drop it down and see what it looked like. Here it is. Started mocking up the ms/cyl and went out and got new brake lines. The people at Autozone didnt know what they were:haha:......I took them in back and showed them and then picked up flare fittings and so forth.

I was going to cut a gasket out of a sheet of material I had and found three T-stat gaskets. Check it out; they're perfect for brake cylinders!? Lucky I guess. Bolted in the ms/cyl so I can start working some lines in at some point.

Later........

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duude nice work kat!!!

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Looks like a good day.:metal:

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I would love to stop by and check out your builds in person some day....
BTW, the only qualification Auto-Zone has for employees is that they have half a brain and the propensity to argue with every customer.
Example; telling me the 400 small block valve cover gaskets are the same as my 400 Pontiac.... IDIOTS!:uhmk:

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How about some shots of your headers / exhaust system?;)

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Dave, this thing is rollin' ramhorns with about 2'' pipe. It's only a 283. The pipe is tucked up hard so clearance isnt an issue at this hite.

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hell ya man looks awesome

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Thanx dude!!!


Just worked on the brake lines and started bleeding out the system. The front was easy and the rear is giving me grief. Pumping the brakes and using a vac to get it through.:sumo::lol:.....also found my coils not seated correctly so I wrestled those around and got another 3/4'' drop :metal:..

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Bleeding the brakes using a jar of brake fluid and a line from the bleeder works nice.
I have used this method for decades with fantastic results.

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OK, the brakes are still F'n with me, but the fluid is through and its just a matter of getting the rear done. Worked on some other stuff today....

Drivers window regulator was shot so I replaced it. I guess the PO lubed the regulators with every bearing service!!:lol: They were covered in grease!!! I actually used engine degreaser and rags to clean up the inside of the door. Took apart my windows and lubed everything and got it back together. Also threw some insulation in the door panels before reinstalling.

Took a shot of the door without the vent; damn, one piece windows would look good on these doors!!:smoke:

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Do they make 1 piece windows? Think I'll stick some insulation in my doors.;)

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Almost an 1" for free.:metal:

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Coming along nicely Jeff.

Yep, one piece windows are on the list for my Burb........

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I think there is a one piec kit, but I have read some negative things about it; not sure how it works at all. I just know those doors look clean without the vent windows.


Thanx Cap'n. I took that picture because I stopped to grab a drink and looked at the door.....they look awesome. I imagine you should be able to sort out the one piece window kit.

Picked up some speed bleeders tonite. I'll put them in tomorrow and see if I can get the rear done. It's hard to bleed stuff by yourself:lol:.....

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Been very busy working many hours and then had people come in for T-giving. Therefore I haven't posted an update in awhile.

I decided to look into the rear brakes and they were a mess. They were due for a rebuild so I decided to get it all done. Didnt take a bunch of pics as we've all been there. First pic the old set-up; adjusters all the way out and the shoes cracked in the center at the rivets. Drums were grooved and wheel cylinders were shot. One was frozen, the other beginning to leak. Got all my parts at local auto stores. Wheel cylinders, shoes, hardware and new drums. Used the FAQ thread to stare at some pics of a drum rebuild as it's been awhile. Goes together easily after you start doing it. Have a pic of the completed brakes and one of the new tires mounted on the 6-lug rally wheels. Went with 235/70/15's for the old school kinda look.

I'm also adding relays to the headlites and repainting the grill and bumper as I hated the black. They are silver now....more pics soon.

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I've worked on this one quite a bit and haven't updated in awhile. Just drove it around today for the first time and it was nice.

Let's see: Relayed the headlites, repainted the grill and bumper, bolted on the Rally's with 235/70/15's, new hoses, filters, cut out about 20' of unused wiring, new brakes, installed volt and tach, rewired a bunch of stupid crap, tool box in but not mounted.......you all know how it goes!!!:lol: Anyway, had a fuel pump on the list yesterday and decided not to get it and sure as sh!t it leaks!!:waah: Easy one to fix.

Here are some pics for today..........Merry X-mas:smoke:

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Everything you have done,... has made it 100% better.
Perfect.

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Thanks lolife!!!! More projects to come!!!!

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Man that thing is straight.;) Looking good. Put some miles on that thing. I was wishing I had your air chisel today. Ever get the pan bar on?

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Ola Amigo!!:ito:........I wish it looked as good as it does in the pics!!:lol: I have not put the panhard on and I'm wondering if I even need to do it??? No clearance issues and it rides great.

My air chisel is a cheapo, but it comes in handy when its needed.

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Hey Jeff,

Nice ride! I looked at that truck when I was looking for one. I almost purchased it, but then found mine the next day. I got lucky and was the first to look at mine, so I didn't hesitate...

You did a sweet job on it. I like the ride height. I'm gonna have to drop mine a little more like yours.

I need to get a radiator for mine and I'll have to take a trip to the East side and check out your rides in person :metal::metal:



Tony
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looks 100% BETTER ,nice work kat what a nice truck

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Thanks guys.....mechanically this truck has been maintained but needed to have things updated. Bodywise it's a little rough but not horrible...at some point the welder will be out:lol:

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Here are some pics of the updates.........

1. Overflow bottle, battery, and new fuel pump.
2.Headlite relays: notice the new harness plugged into the old switch plug:lol:
3.Peel and Seal under the seats......:thumbs: on the sound level!
4.Kick panels with JBL speaks mounted.......
5.Added a relay with battery power and keyed switch fuse panel...easy accessories

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Almost forgot........tunes:metal: