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Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Overland Park, KS
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How-to questions
I am a beginner here, have a bunch of noob mechanical questions here, so bear with me and go easy on me. Also assume I have no Idea what I am doing or talking about. I am fighting my tendency here to jury rig my truck and engine support systems with incorrect parts or hardware store pluming, I'd want to do this right, the first time.
1. I replaced my TH-400 transmission fluid dipstick with a new chromed one, I wanted to replace the dipstick tube with my new chrome on but could not get to the bolt that holds it down on the back of the engine. My 70 C-10 has a 350 with AC. I think I could get a 9/16" wrench on it but could not get into a position to leverage the bolt loose. Would I have to remove the hood or the distributor to get better access? If so, that was more than I wanted to do in the heat in my garage Saturday morning. Maybe I just need to try again now that the temperature has dropped and I serviced the important parts of the tranny. 2. I was going to replace my PCV valve, but there is a 90° ell between the PCV valve and the hose. The Ellbow is plastic, when I pulled on the old PCV valve to remove it, it looked like I might pull that ell out of the hose so I stopped. Am I being too delicate and just need to brut force this, or are there tools or tricks I am not aware of? Where could I get that hose/ell to replace them, the hardware store? Id like to just replace the hose, ell, and valve while I am at it. 3. I also need to hook up my radiator overflow, where the hose attaches to the radiator, I am thinking hardware store fittings there. sorry no photos. Last edited by Longhorn Man; 06-29-2009 at 11:41 PM. Reason: removed parts request |
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Location: Southeast Missouri
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Re: How-to questions
Welcome from Southeast Missouri.
You will find this is the best forum for these old trucks. I have been here only a couple of years and have learned a lot from the guys and gals here. If I were you I would stay away from the hardware store and go to one of the chain auto parts stores. Most of them have a lot of stuff in the "Help Section" that you may need. I have found I can get a lot of mechanical, suspension and brake stuff from the chain store called O'Reilly's, but if you don't have one near you others probably can help. The vendors on here are very helpful and will be able to supply you with stuff that you can not get locally. Good luck with your new project. Post pictures when you get a chance-we love to check out other's trucks. Danny
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Join Date: Dec 2006
Location: Porter Ranch, CA
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Re: How-to questions
Hey there! Welcome from hotter-than-the-sun Los Angeles!
1) Can't help you there. I've only had manual trans trucks. 2) There should be nothing special or unique about the PCV. If you break something taking it out, just take the pieces with you to the auto parts store. You'll find a replacement, with an elbow. I found one right on the shelf. 3) When I had my overflow hooked up, I just shoe horned the hose on to the spout on the radiator. It never came off. If yours is too loose, just a get a 50 cent hose clamp and you're done. Good luck! |
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Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Overland Park, KS
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Re: How-to questions
2. thats what I needed to hear, I'll stay away from the hardware store.
3. I think the hose is too small to fit on the radiator spout. It looks like there was something on the spout that broke off. I notice you said "when you had yours hooked up". Of all the trucks I've looked at, none of them had the overflow hooked up. Why is this? Any reason not to use the overflow? Last edited by gontek; 06-29-2009 at 04:03 PM. |
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Re: How-to questions
First off, welcome from O.P. In what part of this lovely township do you reside?
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Re: How-to questions
Uwe Blab is right about no overflow canister.There are a lot of members who have added one.
One of the great answer areas on the site is the FAQ's section.It will give you lots of info and how-to articles written by members.
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Re: How-to questions
Hey I just want to say welcome to the site. I am new to these trucks too and the guys and gals here are great and will get you through anything you run into.
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its all about the +6 inches
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Re: How-to questions
Please reread the rules before posting a parts request.
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Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Overland Park, KS
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Re: How-to questions
Sorry, My bad. Dont mean to be difficult, but I'll be darned if I can find the rules anywhere on this site, a link would be helpful. Anyhow, I've paid my dues, may I talk about parts now?
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Re: How-to questions
Just a suggestion for problem #1. You may try going at the bolt in a completely different direction. The first to try would be from under the truck. Try sliding under the truck from the front and sticking an arm up around the transmission. If you cannot get under the truck use a jack and some good quality jack stands. Secondly, do not be afraid to get off the ground and climb up into the engine compartment to get at things. Sometimes things look different from above or below just be careful and do not be afraid to get dirty.
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Location: Valley Center KS
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Re: How-to questions
You might try a ratcheting wrench like a gear wrench
Welcome to the board, I used to live south of OP, at 194th and Metcalf. Good thing for you is LMC is over in Lenexa and they have all kinds of parts for these trucks (although some may be of questionable quality) |
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