What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II

[myyamr7]

Originally Posted by magwakeenercew2jh

What did you have done? For how much $$$$$.

I'm looking for comps so I'm less stupid than I am
now about the prices of engine machine work.

My bill came to $1,600 at the machine with a few new parts.
..Pistons
..Rings
..Main+Rod bearings
..Cam bearings
..Freeze plug kit

Machine work
..Hot tank the block and heads
..Check the block + heads for cracks
..Bore .030 over
..deck/square the block .007
..mill .020 off the heads
..Multi angle valve job ( i supplied all parts)
..Polish the crank and check for spec
..Clean the rods, check for spec, and press on new pistons

I want to say it was around $500 in parts and $1,100 in actual machine work.
It also took them 2 months, I have yet to deal with a machine shop and had a quick turnaround, unless it was something simple

[magwakeenercew2jh]

Originally Posted by myyamr7

My bill came to $1,600 at the machine with a few new parts........
I want to say it was around $500 in parts and $1,100 in actual machine work.

Thanks much, Mark.

[Econman]

Just a simple cleaning, magna flux, mic everything, cam bearings, freeze plus and light cylinder honing so far. Plus polished the crank and pressed new pistons on. Not much for it to take 26 days. I added decking the block to their list today.. Might be Memorial Day at this rate..

[74baggedbug]

Getting it ready to drop off to the shop for a few upgrades

[Econman]

Mine is done yet, but here's what prices I know so far...

Cleaning $50
Magna flux $25
Honing (not known yet)
Cam bearings $60
Pistons $90
Pressing (unknown)
Decking the block $120
Polishing the crank (unknown)
Freeze plugs (unknown)

[magwakeenercew2jh]

Originally Posted by Econman

Mine is done yet, but here's what prices I know so far...

That's a big help Econ.
If you get any more prices, I'd be glad to "hear" 'em.

[rd237]

I put Paint on my cab today!

[Fitz]

Fabricated and installed a polished stainless steel radiator cover.

[67Slider]

Looks good Fitz! How long did it take you?

[Fitz]

Originally Posted by 67Slider

Looks good Fitz! How long did it take you?

About four hours, starting with a 12 X 36 sheet of 18 ga stainless. Use Aluminum if you don't have a set of carbide sheet metal cutters for the holes, though. Stainless is TOUGH on drill bits and sheet metal cutters.

[Mike_The_Grad]

Ready to be put back into service...but, I had a smidgen of forethought as far as spark plug wiring is concerned. Im looking for a "clean" appearance. Considering i just painted the engine and frame. I have hedman long tube headers, already piped to fit, and it seems I have a routing issue with #5 & #6 plugs. the primary tubes from #1 & #2 run so close to the plugs that the wire looms I have won't allow the boot (taylor cut to fit red wires with 90° boot) any clearance at all, were talking 1/8" max. I can only imagine doing this if it was in the truck! So I'm faced with a dilemma. I have a lot of "bling" on top, and I just picked up the wires. I would really like to show off both. Different headers are not out of the question, nor is different wiring, considering I haven't cut any wires yet. Any input is well received!...

[Fitz]

I avoided that problem with my headers by using 45 degree plug boots and the GM wire looms. Should work on yours too.

[Mike_The_Grad]

Thanx Fitz. I thought of 45° boots also.But I think I have a solution.I'm gonna try header wrap and just go a little beyond the boots. Plus side is I won't have to wire wheel and paint the headers.

[texjake]

I repainted my dash bezel today. I used Rust-Oleum black hammered paint & I used silver metallic enamel for the outside trim. I used a silver metallic Sharpie to outline the letters with.

[BugzC10]

Originally Posted by Mike_The_Grad

Ready to be put back into service...but, I had a smidgen of forethought as far as spark plug wiring is concerned. Im looking for a "clean" appearance. Considering i just painted the engine and frame. I have hedman long tube headers, already piped to fit, and it seems I have a routing issue with #5 & #6 plugs. the primary tubes from #1 & #2 run so close to the plugs that the wire looms I have won't allow the boot (taylor cut to fit red wires with 90° boot) any clearance at all, were talking 1/8" max. I can only imagine doing this if it was in the truck! So I'm faced with a dilemma. I have a lot of "bling" on top, and I just picked up the wires. I would really like to show off both. Different headers are not out of the question, nor is different wiring, considering I haven't cut any wires yet. Any input is well received!...

Looks like you need to switch to the "shortie" spark plugs, then take a look if you need to have some of the boots be 45 deg or straight. In addition maybe add some of the boot insulators. They protect the boots, but may not show off the wires like you want. Or change your headers.

[stepsider]

What is a shortie spark plug ?

[Boog]

They are spark plugs that are shorter in overal length to give more room between the header tube and the spark plug for the wires.
I searched Summit and found these right away.
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/acc-0576s-4/overview/

[Lou Boffa]

the straight boots let you control the "curve" some. I was surprised that once set up, the wires stayed where I formed them over time. Mine is w manifolds as opposed to headers but the principal is the same.

[Mike_The_Grad]

TeX Jake that dash bezel looks awesome. Just gave me an idea for a project during the week...

[72CampSpecial]

Finally installed shoulder belts in the truck... after multiple attempts I'm finally satisfied with how they are installed. Also installed a new winder regulator..can finally roll down the window again!

[ChrisWhewell]

MSD 8653 distributor on my 350 !!

[colgad]

Finally on the last leg of painting the 67. Got the bed assembled this week and Painted today!!!

Only the hood is left.

[getsomegreen]

Originally Posted by colgad

Finally on the last leg of painting the 67. Got the bed assembled this week and Painted today!!!

Only the hood is left.

How long did your build take?

[Lou Boffa]

Installed new 15" Grant steering wheel. I do like the extra room! Also changed oil/filter--one of my favorite things to do on a crisp fall day in S Texas.

[colgad]

Wood installed today
Chrome wheel housing - Purchased from Southern Kentucky Classics
http://sokyclassics.com/product.php?skcid=1002476