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Old 10-05-2010, 10:07 PM   #10
hilandr452
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Re: Engine Upgrade on my 71 !

Here's a pic of my boy workin' on the truck.

Putting on the plug wires.

Passenger side header tube lines up, but driver's side is canted up.

Two sawzall batteries, some upside down welding, and a day later and it's all good!

Final product minus the aftermarket air cleaner I have to go buy.


Well, that's it folks, the truck runs like a bat outta hell now. Took the wife for a spin tonight and it really flies!! Turns out the old transmission modulator vacuum line was leaking bad and with the new line in place it shifts like a dream.

Now I just need those 16 x 10 inch steelies, a new tail gate, bed side, new bed wood, new seats, a bunch of body work and a paint job.....

At least I won't be bored!



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71 GMC Custom Camper "Longhorn" 454, TH400
73 Chevy Camper Special (Yes, it's badged a camper special) Flat Bed Motorhome conversion 454, standard tranny


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