Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

I'm just worried if I double it up and tighten it down it will bind or put too much pressure on the oil pump.

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Right. Best to find out what the problem is and fix it properly.

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Got it fixed. Just lightly tapped the oil pump shaft down and it dropped a little. Now the distributor sits nicely. Next to get the driveline on the frame

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Is the T400 and gear vendor unit the plan for the drivetrain?









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Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Yes it is

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Getting it off the stand today! Should be on the chassis next week. Took a break from anything major for a bit but feeling like getting back at it again.

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Looking good. When do you plan to have it running?

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

It was supposed to be running before Xmas. Guess I missed that ship. I'll probably get it all in the chassis Tuesday. From there It will probably be a month. Need to get my rad done still before I can run it.

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

The suspense of seeing your truck done is killing me and my dad. Your doing some amazing work though. Want to work on my truck. LOL! Have a good day.

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Thanks for the kind words. I too wish it could happen faster. Happy to have you following along.

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Not to fast though, you do want to enjoy the moment of things coming together piece by piece. Happy to have you on here too, giving me ideas for truck

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

My next modification. Ez lift tailgate and tailgate lowering damper from the newer Silverados. When completed you will never even know a mod was done with the gate on the truck. Plus I'm going to use the trunions with the delrin bushings to quiet down the gate when in use.

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

That is awesome! I was just wondering if that would be possible the other day. Where did you get all the parts?

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

If you look at member crossbreed's build in the blazer area at the end of it he gives all the part numbers and shows how it all works. It's sweet.

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

I'll have to check it out for sure. Thanks

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Agreed. That sounds like a good read. I'll have to check it out.

Project looks great!

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Thanks for bringing the crossbreed build to our attention! I'll be wanting this mod too....:metal:

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Do you have a link for the thread on this mod??

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...=736217&page=5. Pages 4 and 5. He has a video showing it in action. It is pretty cool

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Primed my engine yesterday getting it ready to install. While priming it I noticed my new oil pump sure is noisy. I may have to replace it. Not sure if this is normal or not. Had no problem with getting oil to the rocker arms though. Pressure seems good.
Watch "Distributor noise 327" on YouTube
https://youtu.be/yxYskCEgSHA

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

I just read through this whole thread. Absolutely amazing work! Boy I wish had anywhere near the patience you have....

Those valve covers are amazing. As is everything else you've done.

Great work!

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Thanks. I appreciate it. My engine builder said I should be ok with that oil pump so I can soon get it in the frame. With covid19 out it may take a bit as I can't have anyone over to help so I may find a few other projects to do before the drivetrain gets in.

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

So far out of all my truck engine/trans/gear combos, my favorite by far was the T400/Gear venders/3:73 in my 78 SWB. Loved it!

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Yeah I'm pretty excited about the driveline. I wish I would have done 3:73 or even 4:10 but I hope the 3:55 rear will be ok. My engine builder built my engine for those specs so I'll leave it now.

Re: 67 GMC super custom build
 

Got the damper side all finished up today. Tomorrow I'll start doing the easy lift side of the gate,