Yo! Finally hit the sweet spot with FRANKENTRUCK!
Besides my inoperative fuel gauge (FULLY ready to track that one down, weather permitting!), the only other problem that has plauged FRANKENTRUCK:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=301610
:has been the PCV system I engineered, as it turns out.
Damned if I didn't decide to install a "high volume" oil pump from Summit when I built the engine for this truck. Yeah, my engine was oiled VERY well (at 70 psi!), but I had leaks from my valve cover grommets, especially at the pass. rear mounted PCV. I FINALLY discovered how loose the grommets were, so I sealed them with oil-resistant sealer and reversed the pass. valve cover. Now with a front pass. side PCV, breather front driver's side, all works perfect, with no leaks even if I get on the 350hp/400ftlb torque 350!
I WAS getting a bit discouraged about this truck due to minor problems and leaks. Just recently, I had to fish the last 3-4" of the TH400's dipstick out of the pan after it broke off! Never even heard of that!
I'm glad to finally feel like the truck is functioning well, a year after launching it onto the road. Turned out nice, and front wheel drive is bizarre!
Todd.