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72 longhorn BB · 09-22-2005, 08:19 AM

Hello gang,
I had to stop my my engine redo 3 years ago because of my wonderful newborn. He's getting trained on shop tools now so it won't be long before he's under there turning wrenches with me (He, he - can't wait).

But seriously, I had a guy helping me do the engine restoration. When he gave the engine back to me for installation, there was a box of parts, to put on the engine once it was re-installed in the truck.

Well, since I have most everything back on, there are a few pieces I can not identify.

Lookie here:

what are rod "A" and bracket "B" used for?

Also, this is not an original coolant overflow bottle. Can anyone I.D. it from another car?

Thanks for your help

**tnblazerk5** · 09-22-2005, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by 72 longhorn BB

Hello gang,
I had to stop my my engine redo 3 years ago because of my wonderful newborn. He's getting trained on shop tools now so it won't be long before he's under there turning wrenches with me (He, he - can't wait).

But seriously, I had a guy helping me do the engine restoration. When he gave the engine back to me for installation, there was a box of parts, to put on the engine once it was re-installed in the truck.

Well, since I have most everything back on, there are a few pieces I can not identify.

Lookie here:

what are rod "A" and bracket "B" used for?

Also, this is not an original coolant overflow bottle. Can anyone I.D. it from another car?

Thanks for your help

"a" kinda looks like the rod that goes from the master cyd booster to the cab

**CPNE** · 09-22-2005, 09:26 AM

I can say for certainty that A is the rod that goes from upper alt bracket to head. See below

shifty · 09-22-2005, 10:39 AM

A looks like the carb linkage bar for my inline 6.

The over flow bottle looks like the one in my '68.

72 longhorn BB · 09-22-2005, 10:48 AM

Thanks alot - Item "B" is a puzzler though - any thoughts where it goes?

demi · 09-22-2005, 10:51 AM

"B" is for the rear support on the A/c compressor.

72 longhorn BB · 09-22-2005, 10:58 AM

Do you have a drawing or picture to describe its location? I do not see this in my parts books or assembly manuals for a BB A/C bracket.

I see that the SB 350 bracketry looks alot more complex than the BB, but I can't see how it hooks up.

demi · 09-22-2005, 11:08 AM

I'll take a pic of mine be right back

matthufham · 09-22-2005, 11:14 AM

rod a is a bedside to frame bracket. it holds the fender lip to the frame so it doesn't flew, i know because i had to weld one out of 3/8" round bar becasue i only had 1.

demi · 09-22-2005, 11:23 AM

Here ya go.

Hope this helps.

shifty · 09-22-2005, 11:39 AM

Ok, I just looked at my carb linkage, it's definitely not what I suggested. I can take a pic of my washer bottle when i get home to compare. I have it out and on my floor right now.

tomatocity · 09-22-2005, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by CPNE

I can say for certainty that A is the rod that goes from upper alt bracket to head. See below

CPNE I have never seen that Alt bracket before. Is that a stock Alt bracket for 67-72 Chevy/GC trucks? I like it since it looks like it will not crack as the common bracket can. Anyone have one of these for sale?

**CPNE** · 09-22-2005, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by tomatocity

CPNE I have never seen that Alt bracket before. Is that a stock Alt bracket for 67-72 Chevy/GC trucks? I like it since it looks like it will not crack as the common bracket can. Anyone have one of these for sale?

You can bet it stock, and you can take that to the bank coming from me.

72-only style brackets. 68-71 were slightly different

tomatocity · 09-23-2005, 01:37 AM

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Originally Posted by CPNE

You can bet it stock, and you can take that to the bank coming from me.

72-only style brackets. 68-71 were slightly different

Something to add to the Junk Yard list of things to look for.

**RPOZ11** · 09-24-2005, 07:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by demi

Here ya go.

Hope this helps.

Good work DEMI!!!

LUV2XCLR8 · 09-24-2005, 08:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CPNE

You can bet it stock, and you can take that to the bank coming from me.

72-only style brackets. 68-71 were slightly different

I never seen one of them there set-ups before, that's different alright

**RPOZ11** · 09-24-2005, 08:07 PM

The BB A/C setups are tricky to do right but patience is the key to assembling them!
Those lower brackets are difficult sometimes if you do it alone!

72 longhorn BB · 09-25-2005, 09:29 AM

Yes, I checked it out and you were absolutely right.

I am currently looking at putting the comperssor back on and I read that there are some difficulties?

I'll be interested in any tips you can give, so I do not screw it up!

Thanks in advance,

**RPOZ11** · 09-25-2005, 12:58 PM

Hints?....
My best suggestion is to have an extra pair of hands around to help support and hold up the compressor as you install those lower manifold brackets! That compressor gets heavy after a while one handed!

09-22-2005, 08:19 AM	#1
72 longhorn BB Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Michigan Posts: 312	Spare parts? What are they? Hello gang, I had to stop my my engine redo 3 years ago because of my wonderful newborn. He's getting trained on shop tools now so it won't be long before he's under there turning wrenches with me (He, he - can't wait). But seriously, I had a guy helping me do the engine restoration. When he gave the engine back to me for installation, there was a box of parts, to put on the engine once it was re-installed in the truck. Well, since I have most everything back on, there are a few pieces I can not identify. Lookie here: what are rod "A" and bracket "B" used for? Also, this is not an original coolant overflow bottle. Can anyone I.D. it from another car? Thanks for your help __________________ Chuck 1972 C-20 Longhorn 402 BB .030" over (409?), curved HEI, RV cam, quadrajet, dual 3" exhaust, TH 400 ported w/shift kit 1999 K1500 Suburban (old style) 5.7L Vortec 4L60E "No matter where you go, ........ there you are"

09-22-2005, 09:26 AM	#3
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,664	I can say for certainty that A is the rod that goes from upper alt bracket to head. See below Attached Images __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

09-22-2005, 10:39 AM	#4
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	A looks like the carb linkage bar for my inline 6. The over flow bottle looks like the one in my '68. __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

09-22-2005, 10:48 AM	#5
72 longhorn BB Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Michigan Posts: 312	Awesome, what about "B" Thanks alot - Item "B" is a puzzler though - any thoughts where it goes? __________________ Chuck 1972 C-20 Longhorn 402 BB .030" over (409?), curved HEI, RV cam, quadrajet, dual 3" exhaust, TH 400 ported w/shift kit 1999 K1500 Suburban (old style) 5.7L Vortec 4L60E "No matter where you go, ........ there you are"

09-22-2005, 10:58 AM	#7
72 longhorn BB Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Michigan Posts: 312	Wow, that was not in my parts book, thanks Do you have a drawing or picture to describe its location? I do not see this in my parts books or assembly manuals for a BB A/C bracket. I see that the SB 350 bracketry looks alot more complex than the BB, but I can't see how it hooks up. __________________ Chuck 1972 C-20 Longhorn 402 BB .030" over (409?), curved HEI, RV cam, quadrajet, dual 3" exhaust, TH 400 ported w/shift kit 1999 K1500 Suburban (old style) 5.7L Vortec 4L60E "No matter where you go, ........ there you are"

09-22-2005, 10:51 AM	#6
demi Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Arizona Posts: 305	"B" is for the rear support on the A/c compressor.

09-22-2005, 11:08 AM	#8
demi Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Arizona Posts: 305	I'll take a pic of mine be right back

09-22-2005, 11:14 AM	#9
matthufham Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Carl Junction, Missouri Posts: 2,061	rod a is a bedside to frame bracket. it holds the fender lip to the frame so it doesn't flew, i know because i had to weld one out of 3/8" round bar becasue i only had 1.

09-22-2005, 11:23 AM	#10
demi Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Arizona Posts: 305	Here ya go. Hope this helps.

09-22-2005, 11:39 AM	#11
shifty Questionable Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 13,376	Ok, I just looked at my carb linkage, it's definitely not what I suggested. I can take a pic of my washer bottle when i get home to compare. I have it out and on my floor right now. __________________ If I've got anything up for grabs, it'll be here: 7-hole gauge cluster for a 67-72 p/u FREE (link) I can't check the forum daily. If I don't reply to you within 24 hours, drop me a PM! I'm (hopefully) still alive and will reply faster to a PM.

09-24-2005, 08:07 PM	#17
RPOZ11 72 BB C30 Super LongHorn Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Chavez Ravine Posts: 1,606	The BB A/C setups are tricky to do right but patience is the key to assembling them! Those lower brackets are difficult sometimes if you do it alone! __________________ 72 BB C/30 Longhorn Super HO72 No-Spin, #'s matching, Tilt, Tach, AC, AM/FM HO72 build : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=714492 2017 SS Last edited by RPOZ11; 09-25-2005 at 12:56 PM.

09-25-2005, 09:29 AM	#18
72 longhorn BB Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Michigan Posts: 312	that's it, thanks RPOZ11 Yes, I checked it out and you were absolutely right. I am currently looking at putting the comperssor back on and I read that there are some difficulties? I'll be interested in any tips you can give, so I do not screw it up! Thanks in advance, __________________ Chuck 1972 C-20 Longhorn 402 BB .030" over (409?), curved HEI, RV cam, quadrajet, dual 3" exhaust, TH 400 ported w/shift kit 1999 K1500 Suburban (old style) 5.7L Vortec 4L60E "No matter where you go, ........ there you are"

09-25-2005, 12:58 PM	#19
RPOZ11 72 BB C30 Super LongHorn Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Chavez Ravine Posts: 1,606	Hints?.... My best suggestion is to have an extra pair of hands around to help support and hold up the compressor as you install those lower manifold brackets! That compressor gets heavy after a while one handed! __________________ 72 BB C/30 Longhorn Super HO72 No-Spin, #'s matching, Tilt, Tach, AC, AM/FM HO72 build : http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=714492 2017 SS



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