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gldevall · 02-22-2004, 08:16 PM

I'll start this early so I can post a pic. I got around to changing out my dented up fender.

gldevall · 02-22-2004, 08:24 PM

Word of warning for anyone replacing a fender. If you refer to the Haynes manual for this and they say you have to remove the hood, they are full of crap.

AirMale · 02-22-2004, 08:39 PM

I received some new drag slicks from FEDEX I won on Ebay. I think I stole these things. Hows $102 for a NEW pair of Goodyear 27.5X12.0X15 D6 compound? These are stiff sidewall slicks that should work well on heavy trucks. I'm mounting them on 15X10 truck rallys that I recently purchased.

1974ChevyC10 · 02-22-2004, 08:50 PM

did some general clean up between my two trucks-my dad and uncle who are helping me with this like to make messes and it was getting to a point that we started to lose track of things so some policing of the situation was needed.installed the tilt column from 74 into my 78-its installed loose right now b/c it started to rain hard this afternoon and i didnt want to get drenched.so it will get tightened down after the wiring is hooked back up.pulled the bad tranny out of my 78 and took the pan with the drain plug off it and put it onto my tranny.nothing major but every little bit helps.

*1FaastC10* · 02-22-2004, 08:54 PM

went yesterday and picked up my 465/205/Hydro clutch setup from justinf, and today worked on my buddy's non-running '94 Firebird. i've got to make a 2 1/2 hour drive home here in a few minutes.

low 84 · 02-22-2004, 08:55 PM

i pulled my motor back out, had it out in about 4-5 hours.

(phone pics i took, i'm not in them, those are drunk friends

)

**swervin ervin** · 02-22-2004, 10:01 PM

Nothing like a bunch of drunks working on vehicles.

Heck, I finally decided to wash mine. I very rarely drive it and it hasn't had a bath in a couple months.

Really been deglecting the old girl. Haven't really been motivated to do anything lately. I got some plans for things I want to do, but that's about all they are, is plans.

Gregsmx · 02-22-2004, 10:11 PM

I replaced manual operated window cranks with power operated units, including the power locks in both doors today. This is great on a pre-76 Blazer as it was not an available option, but they fit nicely. I had purchased the used operators and wiring harness from a fellow member.

The only trouble I ran into today is the power actuator for the locks wouldn't push the lock opened or closed. I think there is a lever that is necessary between the actuator and locking mechanism, not sure.

Also, was only able to operate with direct current from the battery. Havn't figured out the wiring harness wiring connections to the fuse panel. I have a thread on this board and I'm sure someone can help me figure it out.

BaggedC10 · 02-22-2004, 10:45 PM

Nothing.....as usual.

Russell · 02-22-2004, 10:54 PM

I broke my alternator, does that count?

I'm gonna skip my options tommorow to fix it so I can still meet Riptide after school

**Palf70Step** · 02-22-2004, 10:56 PM

Did a few things on the 82 yesterday..... carb & dash work..small but finally things work
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...threadid=91732

Blew pine pollen off all trucks today, but it'll be back again....Living in the south.!!!

CRRoy71 · 02-22-2004, 11:02 PM

I re-painted my rally wheels, and took the hard top off to put the soft top back on. I actually wore shorts today.

Blue Beard · 02-22-2004, 11:30 PM

Worked on the shop wiring.......

phantom dually · 02-22-2004, 11:44 PM

I worked in the garage on my 454 project I purchased from Tracy Focht here on the board. I have it all torn apart and am currently smoothing the block clean of all casting marks. I plan to get it to the machine shop by tuesday. Buildup is going to be all forged. I need to get the block cleaned and checked. I am not sure on what I am going to bore it to or stroke it?? I am thinking a 468??

Slonaker · 02-23-2004, 12:05 AM

All I did was to wash mine and take a few pictures. Of course it rained on it this morning...

I think this is the first pic I have posted since I rebuilt the front end and added the Western Chassis 2½ inch drop spindles. I will install the 4 inch drop springs over "Spring" break.

Slonaker

1974StepSide · 02-23-2004, 12:13 AM

I bought a vacuum gauge tester, and a tach/dwell meter. Played around a little with both of them to tune my carb. Then I realized I really had no idea what I was doing...

So now I'm on the board to find some info on how I should use them.

low 84 · 02-23-2004, 12:33 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by swervin ervin
Nothing like a bunch of drunks working on vehicles.

they weren't doing any work, lol

bigblock73 · 02-23-2004, 12:40 AM

got my cab back and mounted.

**N2TRUX** · 02-23-2004, 10:39 AM

Got a few things done. I got in late and didn't see this thread so as usual I started one when I got home. Here it is-What did you get done this weekend. Second edition

Low87on20s · 02-23-2004, 11:04 AM

I had a long discussion with my father-in-law about completing the body work on my 87 and shooting a good coat of black primer on it before the All Chevy/GMC Nats in Pigeon Forge. If I can get it completely smooth and at least all in primer it might get a little more interest if I decide to part ways with it while I am there.

LOHRTBT · 02-23-2004, 11:24 AM

Mike!!! A couple months! you talk about me neglecting mine! hahahahaa

Well not on my truck this weekend but I rolled up to Tulsa and worked on my bish's truck. Got Greg's Gauges and cluster and dash back together and put his new head unit in for him.

Got a pic of his "low" truck too hahahahahaaha

Grim Reaper · 02-23-2004, 11:48 AM

SEVEN HOURS TO REPLACE EXHAUST GASKET! notice that was not plural.

For a laugh we pulled up the hours on the shops estimat program. 2.75 hours to change this side. Yeah right on a new engine maybe,

454 is the 88 has blown manifold gaskets on both sides. My buddy is a pro mechanic and said he would lend me a hand at his shop.

First I knew I had a broken off bolt into the passenger side head. Well what I failed to notice was there was two broken off.
SO start taking it appart and all three of the flange bolts broke. I was prepared and had all new hardware. So a total of 5 broken bolts to get one manifold off.

Had to lift the engine about 6 inches to get the manifold off. The air tubes stick WAY down into the exhaust ports. So that had it's entertainment.

Drilling the two in the head went well once we took the inner fender out so we could get a strait shot on it.

The three on the manifold didn't. Ended up drilling and tapping the two that went all the way through. The one that didn't was a blind hole. We had both heard of this trick with the torch where you could burn the bolt out and not hurt the mainifold. We didn't think we had anything to loose. We were already down to drilling and tapping so as long as we didn't over size the holes seemed like worth the try if it got use done fast. So I said let try it.

Well it didn't work for us. What it did was is harden the cast iron. We fried drill bits and couldn't get it to tap. Finaly said screw it and over sized it and had to weld the stud in. Crossing fingers that it will hold.

It is much quieter and as long as the welded stud holds I'll run with it. If it lets go I have one idea and if it doesn't work then I'll replace them.

Looking for a set of headers now to see what out there. I'm going to have simular problems with the driverside. It not leaking nearly as bad yet so plenty of time to see whats out there. I wonder if somebody has a set that will bolt to the stock Y pipe? Rest of the exhaust is in good shape. My buddy says to check out the Doug Thorely tri Y shorties.

bagged81 · 02-23-2004, 02:07 PM

I started it and moved it out of the carport to get some sun.

*Zilverado* · 02-23-2004, 05:13 PM

Changed oil and filter on the Pathfinder. Truck's still parked in the country

One of these days....

bpmcgee · 02-23-2004, 06:27 PM

I dug into the Blazer again.

I don't know if you recall, but I put a new engine in the Blazer last fall, and couldn't get the TBI running lean enough to emissions.

I think maybe I just wasn't letting it warm up enough. Seems to be running a BIT rich, but not horrible. Have to get everything straightened out and test it.

I put on new Edelbrock valve covers

Farted around with the temp sender.

Have fun,

Brian

02-22-2004, 08:16 PM	#1
gldevall Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Walker, LA Posts: 2,925	What did you get done this weekend? I'll start this early so I can post a pic. I got around to changing out my dented up fender. Attached Images __________________ Gary -1986 SWB: lowered 4/6, SOLD!!! -Best 1/4 mile: 14.51 @ 91.01 MPH -2001 Pewter Tahoe, billet grill, Corsa Sport Cat-back, K&N FIPK SOLD!!! -2004 Z-71 Extended cab with a flowmaster, BDS 6.5", 3" BL, 35x12.5x18 Trail Grapplers on Pro-Comp 18x9 wheels

02-22-2004, 08:24 PM	#2
gldevall Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Walker, LA Posts: 2,925	Word of warning for anyone replacing a fender. If you refer to the Haynes manual for this and they say you have to remove the hood, they are full of crap. __________________ Gary -1986 SWB: lowered 4/6, SOLD!!! -Best 1/4 mile: 14.51 @ 91.01 MPH -2001 Pewter Tahoe, billet grill, Corsa Sport Cat-back, K&N FIPK SOLD!!! -2004 Z-71 Extended cab with a flowmaster, BDS 6.5", 3" BL, 35x12.5x18 Trail Grapplers on Pro-Comp 18x9 wheels

02-22-2004, 08:39 PM	#3
AirMale Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Atlantic City, NJ Posts: 1,073	I received some new drag slicks from FEDEX I won on Ebay. I think I stole these things. Hows $102 for a NEW pair of Goodyear 27.5X12.0X15 D6 compound? These are stiff sidewall slicks that should work well on heavy trucks. I'm mounting them on 15X10 truck rallys that I recently purchased. __________________ 86 SWB 9.0 LITER T-400-OD 4.11 eaton-4/5 drop Best 1/4 12.51 @112mph no traction

02-22-2004, 08:50 PM	#4
1974ChevyC10 Overworked and Underlaid Join Date: May 2002 Location: Flagstaff,Arizona Posts: 1,279	did some general clean up between my two trucks-my dad and uncle who are helping me with this like to make messes and it was getting to a point that we started to lose track of things so some policing of the situation was needed.installed the tilt column from 74 into my 78-its installed loose right now b/c it started to rain hard this afternoon and i didnt want to get drenched.so it will get tightened down after the wiring is hooked back up.pulled the bad tranny out of my 78 and took the pan with the drain plug off it and put it onto my tranny.nothing major but every little bit helps. __________________ I'd rather push a Chevy than drive a Ford The Beast-1978 C10 LWB Red-1978 C10 LWB (Uncle Mike)Michael Henry Millett 11/5/1957 to 03/08/2012 Gone but will never be forgotten-RIP (Uncle Chuck)Charles Manning Gulbronsen Sr 1956-2012 Taken from us to soon but you will live on in our hearts-RIP

02-22-2004, 08:55 PM	#6
low 84 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 2,144	i pulled my motor back out, had it out in about 4-5 hours. (phone pics i took, i'm not in them, those are drunk friends ) __________________ '51 F100, backhalf with a narrowed 9 and coil overs, 18.5" mickeys, monte front clip, +400" sbc in the works '05 1500 Crew Cab RIP '84 swb 5/7 drop, solid cammed 408 w/ fully ported dart heads, th350 w/ 10 inch hughes, 12 bolt w/ 3.73 richmonds and a locker '80 swb 4x4 in progress: 7" lift, 350 th350/np205, d44 and 1.5" ORD tie rod, 14BFF w/discs , armored diff covers, 40" MTR's

02-22-2004, 08:54 PM	#5
1FaastC10 Account Suspended Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Elkhart, IN Posts: 6,399	went yesterday and picked up my 465/205/Hydro clutch setup from justinf, and today worked on my buddy's non-running '94 Firebird. i've got to make a 2 1/2 hour drive home here in a few minutes.

02-22-2004, 10:01 PM	#7
swervin ervin You get what you pay for Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Cherryville, NC Posts: 4,798	Nothing like a bunch of drunks working on vehicles. Heck, I finally decided to wash mine. I very rarely drive it and it hasn't had a bath in a couple months. Really been deglecting the old girl. Haven't really been motivated to do anything lately. I got some plans for things I want to do, but that's about all they are, is plans. __________________ Mike 1985 Chevy C-10

02-22-2004, 10:11 PM	#8
Gregsmx Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: San Antonio Tx Posts: 338	I replaced manual operated window cranks with power operated units, including the power locks in both doors today. This is great on a pre-76 Blazer as it was not an available option, but they fit nicely. I had purchased the used operators and wiring harness from a fellow member. The only trouble I ran into today is the power actuator for the locks wouldn't push the lock opened or closed. I think there is a lever that is necessary between the actuator and locking mechanism, not sure. Also, was only able to operate with direct current from the battery. Havn't figured out the wiring harness wiring connections to the fuse panel. I have a thread on this board and I'm sure someone can help me figure it out. __________________ '75 Blazer RAT 4X4 "BLAZIN" - Custom frame off Here's the website I'm uploading pics to: Greg's frame off project

02-22-2004, 10:45 PM	#9
BaggedC10 Under construction! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: NorCal Posts: 1,065	Nothing.....as usual. __________________ 2001 Silverado bagged on 22's. Sold

02-22-2004, 10:54 PM	#10
Russell Professional Grade Join Date: May 2003 Location: Fort McMurray, Alberta Posts: 7,915	I broke my alternator, does that count? I'm gonna skip my options tommorow to fix it so I can still meet Riptide after school __________________ 1995 Chevrolet 2 Door Tahoe (6.6L LBZ Duramax / ZF6 / NP241 with 1 ton solid axle swap)

02-22-2004, 10:56 PM	#11
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 47,216	Did a few things on the 82 yesterday..... carb & dash work..small but finally things work http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...threadid=91732 Blew pine pollen off all trucks today, but it'll be back again....Living in the south.!!! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

02-22-2004, 11:02 PM	#12
CRRoy71 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Mont Belvieu, TX Posts: 852	I re-painted my rally wheels, and took the hard top off to put the soft top back on. I actually wore shorts today. Attached Images __________________ Chris '92 ext. cab s/b 4.3L "Sparky" '04 crew cab 2500 4x4 6.0L

02-22-2004, 11:30 PM	#13
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,831	Worked on the shop wiring....... __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

02-22-2004, 11:44 PM	#14
phantom dually Project92 SWB stepside Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 4,792	I worked in the garage on my 454 project I purchased from Tracy Focht here on the board. I have it all torn apart and am currently smoothing the block clean of all casting marks. I plan to get it to the machine shop by tuesday. Buildup is going to be all forged. I need to get the block cleaned and checked. I am not sure on what I am going to bore it to or stroke it?? I am thinking a 468?? __________________ 92 C1500 stepside 496 Stroker Competiton Engineering Ladder bars/QA1 coilovers. Dana 60 rear with 4.10 gear and posi. Bonspeed Palisade 20x12 in rear w/335/30/20 and 20x8.5 front w/245/40/20. 5/8 drop with Belltech springs/DJM spindles/drop shocks. WWS Progress thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=140448

02-23-2004, 12:05 AM	#15
Slonaker Insert Witty Text Here Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 3,415	All I did was to wash mine and take a few pictures. Of course it rained on it this morning... I think this is the first pic I have posted since I rebuilt the front end and added the Western Chassis 2½ inch drop spindles. I will install the 4 inch drop springs over "Spring" break. Slonaker __________________ '86 Chevy C10 (Sold 04/19/13 ) Stock '01 Silverado Last edited by Slonaker; 02-23-2004 at 12:08 AM.



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02-23-2004, 12:13 AM	#16
1974StepSide Play it Loud... Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: East San Jose, CA Posts: 465	I bought a vacuum gauge tester, and a tach/dwell meter. Played around a little with both of them to tune my carb. Then I realized I really had no idea what I was doing... So now I'm on the board to find some info on how I should use them. __________________ Big Moe =-=-=-= 1974 Cheyenne Super Stepside, 350/400, Hooker Headers, Flowmaster Mufflers... Needs new doors, fenders, hood, and paint. 1952 Chevy Pickup waiting to be brought back home!

02-23-2004, 12:40 AM	#18
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	got my cab back and mounted. __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

02-23-2004, 10:39 AM	#19
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Got a few things done. I got in late and didn't see this thread so as usual I started one when I got home. Here it is-What did you get done this weekend. Second edition __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

02-23-2004, 11:04 AM	#20
Low87on20s Live from Atlanta Join Date: May 2003 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 511	I had a long discussion with my father-in-law about completing the body work on my 87 and shooting a good coat of black primer on it before the All Chevy/GMC Nats in Pigeon Forge. If I can get it completely smooth and at least all in primer it might get a little more interest if I decide to part ways with it while I am there. __________________ Paul

02-23-2004, 11:24 AM	#21
LOHRTBT BeWarE tHe eViL CrAnkTOe! Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Yukon, OK Posts: 3,605	Mike!!! A couple months! you talk about me neglecting mine! hahahahaa Well not on my truck this weekend but I rolled up to Tulsa and worked on my bish's truck. Got Greg's Gauges and cluster and dash back together and put his new head unit in for him. Got a pic of his "low" truck too hahahahahaaha __________________ ~Dave~ You can call me Mike, Mike Oxlong - 1986 Chevy SWB - Stock for now - *1986 Chevy Custom SWB* *Stolen 6/26/05* - 1985 Chevy SWB SOLD - 1999 T/A Some mods www.cardomain.com/id/ramairdave AIM Screenname - Jester84

02-23-2004, 11:48 AM	#22
Grim Reaper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Atlanta GA Posts: 1,704	SEVEN HOURS TO REPLACE EXHAUST GASKET! notice that was not plural. For a laugh we pulled up the hours on the shops estimat program. 2.75 hours to change this side. Yeah right on a new engine maybe, 454 is the 88 has blown manifold gaskets on both sides. My buddy is a pro mechanic and said he would lend me a hand at his shop. First I knew I had a broken off bolt into the passenger side head. Well what I failed to notice was there was two broken off. SO start taking it appart and all three of the flange bolts broke. I was prepared and had all new hardware. So a total of 5 broken bolts to get one manifold off. Had to lift the engine about 6 inches to get the manifold off. The air tubes stick WAY down into the exhaust ports. So that had it's entertainment. Drilling the two in the head went well once we took the inner fender out so we could get a strait shot on it. The three on the manifold didn't. Ended up drilling and tapping the two that went all the way through. The one that didn't was a blind hole. We had both heard of this trick with the torch where you could burn the bolt out and not hurt the mainifold. We didn't think we had anything to loose. We were already down to drilling and tapping so as long as we didn't over size the holes seemed like worth the try if it got use done fast. So I said let try it. Well it didn't work for us. What it did was is harden the cast iron. We fried drill bits and couldn't get it to tap. Finaly said screw it and over sized it and had to weld the stud in. Crossing fingers that it will hold. It is much quieter and as long as the welded stud holds I'll run with it. If it lets go I have one idea and if it doesn't work then I'll replace them. Looking for a set of headers now to see what out there. I'm going to have simular problems with the driverside. It not leaking nearly as bad yet so plenty of time to see whats out there. I wonder if somebody has a set that will bolt to the stock Y pipe? Rest of the exhaust is in good shape. My buddy says to check out the Doug Thorely tri Y shorties. __________________ Grim-Reaper 70 Pontiac LeMans Sport Convertible, worlds longest resto in progress Looking for 71-72 2wd Blazer or Jimmy Project Last edited by Grim Reaper; 02-23-2004 at 11:54 AM.

02-23-2004, 02:07 PM	#23
bagged81 Signals in the bumper. Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: East TN Posts: 856	I started it and moved it out of the carport to get some sun. __________________ Jeff C. 1981 Chevrolet Silverado - Under major construction...again. link 1962 Chevrolet Impala 4D Sedan moredoorclassics.com 1936 Ford Pickup - Frame-off in progress link 1979 Chevrolet Camper Special Flatbed link

02-23-2004, 05:13 PM	#24
Zilverado Account Suspended Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Posts: 798	Changed oil and filter on the Pathfinder. Truck's still parked in the country One of these days....

02-23-2004, 06:27 PM	#25
bpmcgee Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Northern Illinois Posts: 2,181	I dug into the Blazer again. I don't know if you recall, but I put a new engine in the Blazer last fall, and couldn't get the TBI running lean enough to emissions. I think maybe I just wasn't letting it warm up enough. Seems to be running a BIT rich, but not horrible. Have to get everything straightened out and test it. I put on new Edelbrock valve covers Farted around with the temp sender. Have fun, Brian

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