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02-22-2006, 12:32 AM
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
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 Nice Tat! Thank god I can't see the rest of it! 
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02-22-2006, 09:27 AM
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Better late than never
 
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
Where do you have the XM antenna located? I have tried mine on the original radio grille, which gets good reception except when driving north.
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02-22-2006, 10:26 AM
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Granddad's Ol' Truck
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
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KEH, the XM antenna is centered atop the stock center dash speaker location. This one is a Terk Micro 2 that is extremely small and no problems with reception. I did have to tweak the position of the first XM antenna that I had. Simply moving it around a few inches and trying different placements got me the best reception in weaker areas. I mounted the amplified AM/FM antenna behind the glovebox, on the underside of the cab/cowl area. It is a glass mount style. However reception is great!
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1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 short step-side 2005 GMC Sierra SLT 2500HD crew cab 2wd [I]1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 Deluxe lwb fleet-side |
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02-22-2006, 11:06 AM
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More Cowbell....
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
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And....you don't WANT to see the rest!!!
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02-22-2006, 01:34 AM
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Granddad's Ol' Truck
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
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Putter's representing!
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1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 short step-side 2005 GMC Sierra SLT 2500HD crew cab 2wd [I]1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 Deluxe lwb fleet-side Last edited by subtle71; 02-22-2006 at 01:43 AM. |
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03-01-2006, 02:06 AM
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You guys kill me!!! Here I am reading along, minding my own business... Trying to learn a few things.....  I just didn't think I'd be learning about Putter's tat.... kinda looks like a tramp stamp to me...  Seriously, nice work on the truck guys!!
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Avatar is a pic of "Before"... Just wait.. ---------------- 1969 Fleetside: Shortened frame for SWB, ECE 4-6 drop. ECE SS tank. All new ECE suspension. Rebuilt 12 bolt 3:73 with Eaton Posi. Front and rear disc brakes. Ramjet 350 and 700r-4 trans. 20" Centerline wheels with Kumho 295/45/20 tires (I hope they fit). Progress pics: http://s44.photobucket.com/albums/f2...uck/?start=all ---------------- Seriously... It's nothing a large dose of cash can't fix... Right? After all, I can't take it with me when I go... Just gotta have enough to get there!!! 
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03-01-2006, 02:15 AM
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Granddad's Ol' Truck
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
rkarr, We're all REALLY good friends around here! What's the old saying: "You learn something new everyday!" Somethings not by choice!
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02-22-2006, 09:45 AM
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
Incase you didn't know the purpose of the slip joint in the steering shaft is for safety so that it will colapse some in the event of a head on collision which without the slip joint (or with out a functioning one)can drive the steering column and steering shaft into the drivers chest.
Shane
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02-22-2006, 12:16 PM
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
 I've already seen more than I wanted too
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02-22-2006, 12:40 PM
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Granddad's Ol' Truck
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
 I'm just glad we didn't have to see the burnout/skid marks!!
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1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 short step-side 2005 GMC Sierra SLT 2500HD crew cab 2wd [I]1971 Chevrolet Custom 10 Deluxe lwb fleet-side Last edited by subtle71; 02-22-2006 at 12:41 PM. |
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02-23-2006, 12:32 PM
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
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02-23-2006, 03:43 PM
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Granddad's Ol' Truck
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
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Kinda like those flame throwers on the tailpipe eh?
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02-23-2006, 11:29 PM
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Where's my beer?
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
Thats one of the mods I did to 1 of my trucks a while ago
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Paul How do you make the invisible, visible?.........You take it away. Last edited by chevy_fatman; 02-23-2006 at 11:32 PM. |
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02-22-2006, 01:43 PM
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More Cowbell....
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
Skid marks?? No way. After a quick hose-down, I roll up the towel and give it a good flossing at least once a week! Well, I do what I can to stay in shape, too. And for all practical purposes, ROUND is my shape of choice! 
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There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank ) bucket Last edited by Putter; 02-22-2006 at 01:43 PM. |
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02-22-2006, 02:44 PM
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State of Confusion!
 
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
Wayyyyyy tooo much info
 Guess I know what I'll be doing with my column. How bad does it mess with the tranny linkage Putter?
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02-23-2006, 12:17 PM
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More Cowbell....
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
Not a drop of trouble...at least in Dean's case. No binding, and the indicator still points to the correct letters!
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02-24-2006, 03:30 PM
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
Can someone post a step by step how to so I can move the wheel and colunm closer to the dash? I have read it over and over and I still do not get it. I have a 67 with PS, non tilt auto and the wheel seems to be farther from the dash than normal.
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02-24-2006, 05:18 PM
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More Cowbell....
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
Here is the short version....
Start by removing the cover that is under the column....held on by two screws (yellow arrows)  Then removed the larger bracket that is now exposed...held on by 4 bolts (green arrow) With that part removed, you should be able to see a metal strap that curves under the actual column, holding it up. That strap is held in by two bolts. Loosen the left one and remove the right one. This will allow the column to hang in place for a moment without falling while you take care of the under-hood portion. Now, go under the hood and remove the intermediate shaft (not required in all cases) It is the shaft that I have indicated. It is secured by a clamp-type fastener at the top and two bolts at the gearbox. You must COMPLETELY REMOVE the bolt in the upper fastener before it will come off. And depending on how rusty it is, you might have to use a hammer and some lube to get the upper portion off the splined steering column shaft. NOTE- SINCE THIS PART IS SPLINED, MARK IT WITH SOMETHING SO YOU CAN LINE IT UP CORRECTLY WHEN RE-INSTALLING!!!!!  Next, you will notice that the intermediate shaft is made up of two parts....one goes inside the other. They have a pair of pins that hold them together. You simply drill those pins out slightly larger than their actual size, then spray some lube in any opening you can find, and push them together....making the unit shorter. NOTE - THIS MAY REQUIRE A HAMMER AND A VICE AND A BUDDY AND A CAN OF PATIENCE! Now, get back under the hood and loosen the clamp that holds the column to the firewall bracket. Notice, it is the clamp that surrounds the column and secures it to the firewall bracket. Do not remove the bolts that secure the bracket to the firewall.  Now you are ready to start moving the column. Remember the bracket that you loosened and left hanging by one bolt earlier?? Lift up on the column and rotate that bracket out from under the column...allowing the column to drop out of the dash cavity. Or, simply finish removing the remaining bolt and remove the bracket completely. You should see some sort of slot in the column and a tit under the dash that went into the slot....(look closely...it is there...)  Anyway, you need a new slot for the tit to line up with once you relocate the column. So, slide the column towards the dash the amount you want, and mark the new tit location. Then using your favorite power tool, make a new slot. (I used a Dremel with a fiber cut-off wheel) (Arrow indicates original slot. New slot is cut closer to the steering wheel)  Once you have that done, start bolting everything back in place and enjoy your new belly-room!!! Hope that helps.
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There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank ) bucket Last edited by Putter; 02-24-2006 at 05:19 PM. |
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02-27-2006, 08:16 PM
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
Wow. I asked and I received.... Thanks Putter. I will be doing this tomorrow.
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03-01-2006, 02:37 AM
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Embrace the Redneck
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
This is my next mod. 6'3" and weighing in at 280lbs I need some gut room.
I'm not so clear on why you need to make a new notch. i've got a standard colum that did have a 3 on the tree, but I've taken that out and have it on the floor. More info? Sounds almost too easy.
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03-01-2006, 05:51 PM
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More Cowbell....
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
Nothing hard about it. Once you get the column dropped down, you can look and see if you have a notch to begin with. Then make a new one if needed. I never paid attention to my manual column, so I don't remember a notch.
Just go out on Saturday, and you will be finished wayyyyy before lunch, with room for seconds & a desert.
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03-01-2006, 09:41 PM
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Designated A-hole!
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
What's funny is I'm gonna copy this to FAQ so Eric's tattoo will live forever! 
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03-01-2006, 11:23 PM
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Granddad's Ol' Truck
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
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Right on! I love it!
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03-02-2006, 11:07 AM
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More Cowbell....
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
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Now, he is trying to give me the shaft!!!  (Maybe one day, I will find that photo of Krue's piercing and post it. )
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There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank ) bucket Last edited by Putter; 03-02-2006 at 11:07 AM. |
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10-20-2007, 01:48 PM
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Re: Subtle change...BIG IMPACT
I just started this mod and have a few questions. Are the pins made of plastic or do they go all the way through as metal pins?
So far I have dropped the column, made the new slot [actually just elongated it about 2" so far] and have removed all the brackets and such. I drilled the 'pins' a bit but it's very hard metal after the plastic goes away so I thought I'd better ask. I also did not have to remove the shaft as the pins looked to be right on top...am I in the right place for those pins? One more Q...if I have to remove the shafts, where do I mark for the spline lineup...near the gearbox?
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