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Scootin 81 C20 · 11-07-2009, 09:16 PM

Hey guys, I found another good deal on some parts for my truck. I scored a busted grille off a Burban that the center bar trim and bowtie were still good for free (I have a pass. side turn signal lens if someone needs it, for free). I got a Chevy hood ornament for $5. A pair of bucket seat seat belts and latches for $20 (I have to modify them to work with my bench, but still useable). But I think my best deal was on these baby's. I got these headers for $10!!!! All they need is a good cleaning, remove and block off the o2 sensor, and get new collector boxes to fit my pipes and they'll be good to go. What do you think.

Thanks
Benjamin.

sailed2japan · 11-07-2009, 11:14 PM

I think you suck, but only out of jealousy...

Definately a good score.

Scootin 81 C20 · 11-07-2009, 11:59 PM

LOL. The guy I got the parts off of has another Burban behind his shop that has some nice parts left on it. Such as a burl wood instrument panel, clean front clip, and a sport rear bumper. I wish I had the money and space to get them, but I don't. He also had a set of derby headers, but I didn't ask about them cause I don't need them.

**scotts62** · 11-08-2009, 01:03 AM

Man thats a good deal! From what i can tell the headers look to be in good shape

68 TT · 11-08-2009, 10:06 AM

I like the design of the headers. The routing of the tubes is not the typical one where you have a hard time getting to the #6 spark plug. Those look like a socket might actually fit in there.

Great score.

68 TT · 11-08-2009, 10:11 AM

To block off the O2 you can get an 18mm bolt with 1.5 pitch threads and cut it down.

Get the matching nut with it and thread it all the way to the top then use a cut off wheel or hack saw and cut off everything below the nut.

When you thread the nut back off it will clean up the damaged threads from the cutting process so the bolt will thread into the fitting still.

If you have a sander or grinder chamfer the end of the threaded part so it looks like the end of the bolt you cut off. It will make it install easier.

You can always just leave the sensor in place and cut off the wiring pig tail. This won't cost you a cent and will take all of two seconds to do.

Scootin 81 C20 · 11-08-2009, 10:41 AM

I was thinking about using a bolt to bloc it off, leave it, or weld it shut. I think they'll work. Even if they don't, they're still worth the $10 I paid for them.

**scotts62** · 11-08-2009, 11:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Scootin 81 C20

I was thinking about using a bolt to bloc it off, leave it, or weld it shut. I think they'll work. Even if they don't, they're still worth the $10 I paid for them.

Yeah no kidding, you could make money on those if they wont work for you.

dan76 · 11-08-2009, 12:29 PM

One of the great aspects of these trucks is the plentiful supply of inexpensive quality used parts.

Great score.....your headers beat the deal I recently got on a set for a SBC.

Scootin 81 C20 · 11-08-2009, 05:01 PM

Here's pics of the other parts I got a deal on.
Hood ornament: New-$109.95. Mine-$5.

Grille trim: New-$125.95. Mine-$0.

Edit: I want to get rid of the seat belts and get correct ones. The ones I got won't work for my application. Anybody want 'em?

sdime95 · 11-08-2009, 05:53 PM

i would be interested in the insturment panel is it for an a/c truck or non a/c

Scootin 81 C20 · 11-08-2009, 06:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sdime95

i would be interested in the insturment panel is it for an a/c truck or non a/c

It's an AC equipped. Here's a link to his CL post. Just email him.
http://lasalle.craigslist.org/pts/1443666999.html

BTW, I found the name on the headers. They're Hedman Hedders.

Scootin 81 C20 · 11-14-2009, 09:23 PM

Hey guys. I got the bowtie cleaned up and installed on my truck. I think it looks right at home on there. I also installed some new driving/fog lights.

PhilaTruck · 11-14-2009, 10:37 PM

Nice work on the Bowtie, looks great!

11-07-2009, 09:16 PM	#1
Scootin 81 C20 3/4 Ton Rodder Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Manlius, IL Posts: 1,146	I Scored........A Deal On Parts. Hey guys, I found another good deal on some parts for my truck. I scored a busted grille off a Burban that the center bar trim and bowtie were still good for free (I have a pass. side turn signal lens if someone needs it, for free). I got a Chevy hood ornament for $5. A pair of bucket seat seat belts and latches for $20 (I have to modify them to work with my bench, but still useable). But I think my best deal was on these baby's. I got these headers for $10!!!! All they need is a good cleaning, remove and block off the o2 sensor, and get new collector boxes to fit my pipes and they'll be good to go. What do you think. Thanks Benjamin. __________________ 1981 Chevy Scottsdale C20 "Orange Crush": SOLD 1989 Chevy Silverado K2500: All Stock (For Now), 350 TBI/700R4. DD/Light Duty Toy.

11-07-2009, 11:14 PM	#2
sailed2japan Jonny Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Outside the Box, Austin,TX Posts: 741	Re: I Scored........A Deal On Parts. I think you suck, but only out of jealousy... Definately a good score. __________________ 1966 C30, Cummins, stacks, and a flat bed in progress... "Honor.....simply put, A veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve is someone who, at one time in his life, wrote a blank check made payable to 'The United States of America', for an amount of 'up to and including his life.' That is Honor, and there are way too many people in this country who no longer understand it." -AEC Hundley USNR

11-07-2009, 11:59 PM	#3
Scootin 81 C20 3/4 Ton Rodder Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Manlius, IL Posts: 1,146	Re: I Scored........A Deal On Parts. LOL. The guy I got the parts off of has another Burban behind his shop that has some nice parts left on it. Such as a burl wood instrument panel, clean front clip, and a sport rear bumper. I wish I had the money and space to get them, but I don't. He also had a set of derby headers, but I didn't ask about them cause I don't need them. __________________ 1981 Chevy Scottsdale C20 "Orange Crush": SOLD 1989 Chevy Silverado K2500: All Stock (For Now), 350 TBI/700R4. DD/Light Duty Toy.

11-08-2009, 01:03 AM	#4
scotts62 One day... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Tuttle, Ok Posts: 9,243	Re: I Scored........A Deal On Parts. Man thats a good deal! From what i can tell the headers look to be in good shape __________________ Scott 93 crew cab build Project 62

11-08-2009, 10:06 AM	#5
68 TT Still plays with trucks Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,556	Re: I Scored........A Deal On Parts. I like the design of the headers. The routing of the tubes is not the typical one where you have a hard time getting to the #6 spark plug. Those look like a socket might actually fit in there. Great score.

11-08-2009, 10:11 AM	#6
68 TT Still plays with trucks Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 3,556	Re: I Scored........A Deal On Parts. To block off the O2 you can get an 18mm bolt with 1.5 pitch threads and cut it down. Get the matching nut with it and thread it all the way to the top then use a cut off wheel or hack saw and cut off everything below the nut. When you thread the nut back off it will clean up the damaged threads from the cutting process so the bolt will thread into the fitting still. If you have a sander or grinder chamfer the end of the threaded part so it looks like the end of the bolt you cut off. It will make it install easier. You can always just leave the sensor in place and cut off the wiring pig tail. This won't cost you a cent and will take all of two seconds to do.

11-08-2009, 10:41 AM	#7
Scootin 81 C20 3/4 Ton Rodder Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Manlius, IL Posts: 1,146	Re: I Scored........A Deal On Parts. I was thinking about using a bolt to bloc it off, leave it, or weld it shut. I think they'll work. Even if they don't, they're still worth the $10 I paid for them. __________________ 1981 Chevy Scottsdale C20 "Orange Crush": SOLD 1989 Chevy Silverado K2500: All Stock (For Now), 350 TBI/700R4. DD/Light Duty Toy.

11-08-2009, 12:29 PM	#9
dan76 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Salt Lake City UT Posts: 441	Re: I Scored........A Deal On Parts. One of the great aspects of these trucks is the plentiful supply of inexpensive quality used parts. Great score.....your headers beat the deal I recently got on a set for a SBC. Last edited by dan76; 11-08-2009 at 12:29 PM.

11-08-2009, 05:01 PM	#10
Scootin 81 C20 3/4 Ton Rodder Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Manlius, IL Posts: 1,146	Re: I Scored........A Deal On Parts. Here's pics of the other parts I got a deal on. Hood ornament: New-$109.95. Mine-$5. Grille trim: New-$125.95. Mine-$0. Edit: I want to get rid of the seat belts and get correct ones. The ones I got won't work for my application. Anybody want 'em? __________________ 1981 Chevy Scottsdale C20 "Orange Crush": SOLD 1989 Chevy Silverado K2500: All Stock (For Now), 350 TBI/700R4. DD/Light Duty Toy. Last edited by Scootin 81 C20; 11-08-2009 at 05:07 PM.

11-08-2009, 05:53 PM	#11
sdime95 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Littleton, CO Posts: 33	Re: I Scored........A Deal On Parts. i would be interested in the insturment panel is it for an a/c truck or non a/c __________________ 1984 Sierra 1/2 ton 4x4 swb 1987 Silverado 2wd swb 3/4 drop

11-14-2009, 09:23 PM	#13
Scootin 81 C20 3/4 Ton Rodder Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Manlius, IL Posts: 1,146	Re: I Scored........A Deal On Parts. Hey guys. I got the bowtie cleaned up and installed on my truck. I think it looks right at home on there. I also installed some new driving/fog lights. __________________ 1981 Chevy Scottsdale C20 "Orange Crush": SOLD 1989 Chevy Silverado K2500: All Stock (For Now), 350 TBI/700R4. DD/Light Duty Toy.

11-14-2009, 10:37 PM	#14
PhilaTruck Right on the line, baby! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Phila, PA 19130 Posts: 1,486	Re: I Scored........A Deal On Parts. Nice work on the Bowtie, looks great! __________________ 83 GMC 406 th400/3.73 Eaton Truetrac posi, headers, x pipe, & racePros. Tubular control arms, lowering rear springs, caltracs. Still ugly, but getting built right, although slowly Click and scroll down for site vendors! Subscribe here!



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