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05crewcab · 01-15-2011, 02:16 AM

Hey guys,

gonna attempt to install the rubber cab mount kit from classic parts tomorrow and need a little reassurance. I didn't know this, but i guess that kit comes with the core support mounts too? NOT bad for $75!

anyway, is the picture below the correct order of the parts? I assume the spacers in the kit are for the front cab mounts, and I reuse the core and rear cab mount spacers?? also, I reuse the bolts for the core and front mounts, right? Let me know if I am in order. Thanks!

MAK191 · 01-15-2011, 02:33 AM

check out this thread
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...318544&page=18
page 18 post 446

i'm not sure if yours is different but it should get you going in the right direction

mike

05crewcab · 01-15-2011, 09:23 PM

Well, got em installed...thought it would be a couple hours...ended up taking 8. So, as soon as I got them in i shut the doors, and ah! They dont close! She must have been saggin quite a bit! guess I have a task for tomorrow...

I also realized a couple of things. 1) working in an uninsulated garage in MN in January is really stupid. 2) Believing a 40 year old bolt will just loosen with PB Blaster will lead to dissapointment.

All in all, I'm glad i dont have to screw with cab mounts for a VERY long time to come.

oldblue1968chevy · 01-15-2011, 10:08 PM

How was the ride after? Did it effect handling/ride/quiteness? Etc, this is on my list to do in the near future, looking to see how important it is..

Thanks

05crewcab · 01-16-2011, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

How was the ride after? Did it effect handling/ride/quiteness? Etc, this is on my list to do in the near future, looking to see how important it is..

Thanks

I wish I knew! Haven't driven it yet aside from tucking it back into it's storage position in the garage. Gotta wait for a couple snow free days...so probably April I'll give the full report

I've heard that all those things above will be improved...cant wait to see!

oldblue1968chevy · 01-16-2011, 04:43 PM

Let us know!! Thanks

05crewcab · 01-16-2011, 05:13 PM

The one thing I can say is that cab shakes in unison with the rest of the truck, so the body roll is way less.

The problem I have now is that I can't get my doors to shut. I replaced all the cab mounts with new shims, but didn't add any more or less than what was there originally.

I tried to adjust the door strike plates, but I can't move them down far enough to engage the latch. it is the same on each side....both doors hit the jam low.

Anyone know what I need to do?

01-15-2011, 02:16 AM	#1
05crewcab Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Minnetonka, MN Posts: 409	Cab mount install order Hey guys, gonna attempt to install the rubber cab mount kit from classic parts tomorrow and need a little reassurance. I didn't know this, but i guess that kit comes with the core support mounts too? NOT bad for $75! anyway, is the picture below the correct order of the parts? I assume the spacers in the kit are for the front cab mounts, and I reuse the core and rear cab mount spacers?? also, I reuse the bolts for the core and front mounts, right? Let me know if I am in order. Thanks! Attached Images __________________ 1971 C-20 350/350

01-15-2011, 02:33 AM	#2
MAK191 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: FL Posts: 335	Re: Cab mount install order check out this thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...318544&page=18 page 18 post 446 i'm not sure if yours is different but it should get you going in the right direction mike

01-15-2011, 09:23 PM	#3
05crewcab Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Minnetonka, MN Posts: 409	Re: Cab mount install order Well, got em installed...thought it would be a couple hours...ended up taking 8. So, as soon as I got them in i shut the doors, and ah! They dont close! She must have been saggin quite a bit! guess I have a task for tomorrow... I also realized a couple of things. 1) working in an uninsulated garage in MN in January is really stupid. 2) Believing a 40 year old bolt will just loosen with PB Blaster will lead to dissapointment. All in all, I'm glad i dont have to screw with cab mounts for a VERY long time to come. __________________ 1971 C-20 350/350

01-15-2011, 10:08 PM	#4
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Cab mount install order How was the ride after? Did it effect handling/ride/quiteness? Etc, this is on my list to do in the near future, looking to see how important it is.. Thanks __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

01-16-2011, 04:43 PM	#6
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Cab mount install order Let us know!! Thanks __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

01-16-2011, 05:13 PM	#7
05crewcab Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Minnetonka, MN Posts: 409	Re: Cab mount install order The one thing I can say is that cab shakes in unison with the rest of the truck, so the body roll is way less. The problem I have now is that I can't get my doors to shut. I replaced all the cab mounts with new shims, but didn't add any more or less than what was there originally. I tried to adjust the door strike plates, but I can't move them down far enough to engage the latch. it is the same on each side....both doors hit the jam low. Anyone know what I need to do? __________________ 1971 C-20 350/350



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