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SpeedsterZ28 · 11-27-2003, 12:10 AM

Hey Guys!

I'm a new member.

Just got a 1972 Chevy Cheyenne with a SB 400 to keep some miles off the Z28(not an economical decision, I know!

), but there are a couple questions I had on the vehicle:

1. The fuel gauge is not working...any sites with good info on how to change it and add a new one?

2. My Dash lights are not working...where would the fuses be on the truck to change them? Any good sources of info on wiring and electrical for the truck?

3. My buddy has offered to give me some single-chamber flowmasters he had for his 89 5.0 Mustang....this is a dumb question, but could I put them on my truck?

4. What's an overall good place to get a lot of service information and repair guides? This is the first carbuerated motor I've ever had and I'd like to be able to have a good source to reference.

Thanks again for any help!

*rage'nrat638* · 11-27-2003, 12:25 AM

#1 whats it reading????empty=wire off or broken
past full=bad ground
IN MOST CASE'S.....ABOVE

#2 check the connector on the back of the dash cluster....
may not be plugged in or incorrectly...may fix fuel gauge too.

#3 depends on the pipe sizes....truck verses mufflers

#4 right here .....just ask

welcome from the RAGE

**breeh** · 11-27-2003, 12:27 AM

I am getting old......"This is the first carbuerated motor I've ever had".

krue · 11-27-2003, 12:35 AM

Welcome to the board from South Mississippi. You should be able to find anything you need here.

Hooter · 11-27-2003, 01:05 AM

hmm if your dashlights and your fuel guage isn't working I am willing to bet that you have a bad ground.

If you ever have any questions just post em on the site, there is no other good source of info for 67-72's other then here, there is tons of traffic and tons of knowledgeable people who have been in your situation I am sure of it

FRENCHBLUE72 · 11-27-2003, 01:15 AM

Welcome to the board .. You can also check the f.a.q. part of the board also..

Cat Fuzz · 11-27-2003, 01:19 AM

Of course, all the dash bulbs could just be burned out.

SpeedsterZ28 · 11-27-2003, 01:56 AM

Thanks to everyone for the warm welcome!

Found some good stuff on here so far...and the suggestions everyone gave me will keep me busy on the truck tomorrow during thanksgiving and away from annoying relatives!

palallin · 11-27-2003, 02:05 AM

Exactly what I thought.

Quote:

Originally posted by breeh
I am getting old......"This is the first carbuerated motor I've ever had".

Hooter · 11-27-2003, 02:25 AM

I am 20 and I have yet to own something with fuel injection (except for my bro's beemer and my old mercury Topaz diesel )

1969 GMC · 11-27-2003, 03:00 AM

Welcome to the board!

I don't know if those guys are making fun of you or what, maybe I am reading it wrong, but if it is, just disregard it. This is a great site with a lot of good informatiion.

**breeh** · 11-27-2003, 03:28 AM

I am not making fun of him at all! I'm making fun of myself if anything.

*dtlilly* · 11-27-2003, 04:58 AM

Welcome to the board from S.W. Tennessee, post some pics

ChevyDude · 11-27-2003, 05:47 AM

I got rid of my 2002 computer ridden Z71 just so I could go back to what I know...... a carborated engine with oh so fine lines. Guess I'm old too!

SpeedsterZ28 · 11-27-2003, 02:09 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ChevyDude
I got rid of my 2002 computer ridden Z71 just so I could go back to what I know...... a carborated engine with oh so fine lines. Guess I'm old too!

Actually...the simplicity of the motor is one of the things I'm excited about...looking at that small block 400 versus my LS1 in the Z28...I can actually access things I'd need to work on!

Ever tried changing spark plugs in an LS1? It's a nightmare...here it'll be a 30 min to and hour job!

Oh...and I'll be posting pics as soon as it stops raining outside!

11-27-2003, 01:05 AM	#5
Hooter My other Love Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Castlegar B.C. Canada Posts: 4,085	hmm if your dashlights and your fuel guage isn't working I am willing to bet that you have a bad ground. If you ever have any questions just post em on the site, there is no other good source of info for 67-72's other then here, there is tons of traffic and tons of knowledgeable people who have been in your situation I am sure of it __________________ Castlegar B.C.The great white North (Canada Eh!) Hooter_5@hotmail.com First generation Monte Carlo club pictures of my life

11-27-2003, 01:15 AM	#6
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Welcome to the board .. You can also check the f.a.q. part of the board also.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

11-27-2003, 01:56 AM	#8
SpeedsterZ28 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 3	Thanks to everyone for the warm welcome! Found some good stuff on here so far...and the suggestions everyone gave me will keep me busy on the truck tomorrow during thanksgiving and away from annoying relatives! __________________ 2000 Chevy Camaro Z28 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 10 w/SB 400

11-27-2003, 02:25 AM	#10
Hooter My other Love Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Castlegar B.C. Canada Posts: 4,085	I am 20 and I have yet to own something with fuel injection (except for my bro's beemer and my old mercury Topaz diesel ) __________________ Castlegar B.C.The great white North (Canada Eh!) Hooter_5@hotmail.com First generation Monte Carlo club pictures of my life

11-27-2003, 03:00 AM	#11
1969 GMC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: The Rubber City Posts: 5,498	Welcome to the board! I don't know if those guys are making fun of you or what, maybe I am reading it wrong, but if it is, just disregard it. This is a great site with a lot of good informatiion. __________________ 1969 GMC K2500 1996 Honda Accord 2007 Kawasaki KLR 650

11-27-2003, 12:10 AM	#1
SpeedsterZ28 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Marietta, GA Posts: 3	Some Questions for a new '72 Cheyenne Owner Hey Guys! I'm a new member. Just got a 1972 Chevy Cheyenne with a SB 400 to keep some miles off the Z28(not an economical decision, I know! ), but there are a couple questions I had on the vehicle: 1. The fuel gauge is not working...any sites with good info on how to change it and add a new one? 2. My Dash lights are not working...where would the fuses be on the truck to change them? Any good sources of info on wiring and electrical for the truck? 3. My buddy has offered to give me some single-chamber flowmasters he had for his 89 5.0 Mustang....this is a dumb question, but could I put them on my truck? 4. What's an overall good place to get a lot of service information and repair guides? This is the first carbuerated motor I've ever had and I'd like to be able to have a good source to reference. Thanks again for any help! __________________ 2000 Chevy Camaro Z28 1972 Chevy Cheyenne 10 w/SB 400

11-27-2003, 12:25 AM	#2
rage'nrat638 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: THE FALL GUY CHICAGO IL Posts: 5,883	#1 whats it reading????empty=wire off or broken past full=bad ground IN MOST CASE'S.....ABOVE #2 check the connector on the back of the dash cluster.... may not be plugged in or incorrectly...may fix fuel gauge too. #3 depends on the pipe sizes....truck verses mufflers #4 right here .....just ask welcome from the RAGE

11-27-2003, 12:27 AM	#3
breeh Recovering 67-72 Addict Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: North Bend, WA Posts: 1,788	I am getting old......"This is the first carbuerated motor I've ever had". __________________ 68 Short Fleet 4x4; 427; BTO Level 3 700R4; NP205; Dana 60 front and rear; 4" lift with 35's; Disc brakes; AGR variable ratio steering; factory bucket seats; factory tach and tilt. "Friends call me cruzer cuz I like fast cars and fast women"

11-27-2003, 12:35 AM	#4
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Welcome to the board from South Mississippi. You should be able to find anything you need here. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

11-27-2003, 01:19 AM	#7
Cat Fuzz My son, my joy. Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Spokane WA Posts: 463	Of course, all the dash bulbs could just be burned out.

11-27-2003, 03:28 AM	#12
breeh Recovering 67-72 Addict Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: North Bend, WA Posts: 1,788	I am not making fun of him at all! I'm making fun of myself if anything. __________________ 68 Short Fleet 4x4; 427; BTO Level 3 700R4; NP205; Dana 60 front and rear; 4" lift with 35's; Disc brakes; AGR variable ratio steering; factory bucket seats; factory tach and tilt. "Friends call me cruzer cuz I like fast cars and fast women"

11-27-2003, 04:58 AM	#13
dtlilly Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Shadow of Lambeau Field Posts: 5,597	402 Welcome to the board from S.W. Tennessee, post some pics

11-27-2003, 05:47 AM	#14
ChevyDude Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Westminster, CO Posts: 3,071	I got rid of my 2002 computer ridden Z71 just so I could go back to what I know...... a carborated engine with oh so fine lines. Guess I'm old too! __________________ Alex 1971 Lil' Red 350 SBC 700R4



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