What did you get done...Cinco de Mayo edition. - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Ivan D. · 05-06-2007, 11:05 PM

Saturday morning I worked, in the afternoon I installed my front hitch and the wind deflector, evening was slow and sleepy.

Sunday I woke up around noon, spent the afternoon helping a buddy move to a new apartment (that was some monster china cabinet we had to muscle out/in), been lazy ever since watching TV.

Slammed66 · 05-06-2007, 11:53 PM

Checked over the Big 10 seeing what it needs to pass saftey....
Changed the exaust manifold gaskets

Realized the exaust is junk so Its goin for a fresh 2.5 inch set up with and H pipe and flowmaster original 40's hopefully make that 454 rumble..

SCOTI · 05-07-2007, 12:00 AM

Sat, I got my 'new' gas tank straps finished up so I could move forward w/my Blazer tank relocation in my 68.

I also ran all around town getting the caliper 'cage' for the rear of the T/A & of course the guy didn't order the bolts I asked him to so it was off to another dealership to get them.

Today I spent most of the day fixing the brakes on the T/A & then cleaning it up for her (it was a pig). I also went ahead & knocked the dirt off of my 74 hopin' it would look better..... it didn't help much.

This week will be finishing up the 68's fuel system.....

KMK454 · 05-07-2007, 12:06 AM

Ha, nothing... truck is in Charlotte, I'm in Georgia. I'll be home Wednesday (Charlotte) for a week of leave before moving to Fort Hood, TX. The truck will get shipped out there when I find it a proper garage...

Malo83 · 05-07-2007, 12:10 AM

AAAAhhhhhhh

, washed the truck and filled up with Petrol and the bill came out to $51.05

, gas here is $3.39 a Gal, what is wrong with this picture

John

f.monroe · 05-07-2007, 12:08 AM

The 77 developed a pull to the right while braking so it has been sitting . I replaced the rubber line and the truck stops straight now . I did valve stem seals on it also . Everyone has a way of doing things and apparently mine is the HARD way . Somehow a lifter pulled up out of the bore and fell in the lifter valley when I did the seals . I went to put the pushrod back in and didnt feel anything . That added at least an hour to the job . It was on cylinder 7 and I couldnt hardly see the lifter through the small holes in the head but I removed the master cylinder , and with some luck , a droplight , a piece of wire , and a little patience , I stood the lifter up and worked it back into the lifter bore . McGuyver( sp?) would have been proud . I adjusted the valves , put it back together , and it is running again .

I also mowed the yard , done a couple jobs since I was on call , managed to attend a birthday party , and looked at one awesome 1940 something Dodge Military truck that was done right . Frank

05-06-2007, 11:05 PM	#1
Ivan D. glamoros piece o' lowlife Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Redford, MI Posts: 1,164	Re: What did you get done...Cinco de Mayo edition. Saturday morning I worked, in the afternoon I installed my front hitch and the wind deflector, evening was slow and sleepy. Sunday I woke up around noon, spent the afternoon helping a buddy move to a new apartment (that was some monster china cabinet we had to muscle out/in), been lazy ever since watching TV. __________________ The more I drink, the more I drink, the more I drink... diesel, reg cab, long bed, 4 across the rear, single stack, wooden stakes, and lotsa lights - the Hay Express

05-06-2007, 11:53 PM	#2
Slammed66 Needs a Big Block Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Red Deer , Alberta Posts: 1,198	Re: What did you get done...Cinco de Mayo edition. Checked over the Big 10 seeing what it needs to pass saftey.... Changed the exaust manifold gaskets Realized the exaust is junk so Its goin for a fresh 2.5 inch set up with and H pipe and flowmaster original 40's hopefully make that 454 rumble.. __________________ 1964 Short box On dropmembers and billets 1962 Suburban family cruiser 1972 K10

05-07-2007, 12:00 AM	#3
SCOTI Registered User Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: DALLAS,TX Posts: 22,144	Re: What did you get done...Cinco de Mayo edition. Sat, I got my 'new' gas tank straps finished up so I could move forward w/my Blazer tank relocation in my 68. I also ran all around town getting the caliper 'cage' for the rear of the T/A & of course the guy didn't order the bolts I asked him to so it was off to another dealership to get them. Today I spent most of the day fixing the brakes on the T/A & then cleaning it up for her (it was a pig). I also went ahead & knocked the dirt off of my 74 hopin' it would look better..... it didn't help much. This week will be finishing up the 68's fuel system..... __________________ 67SWB-B.B.RetroRod 64SWB-Recycle 89CCDually-Driver/Tow Truck 99CCSWB Driver All Fleetsides @rattlecankustoms in IG Building a small, high rpm engine with the perfect bore, stroke and rod ratio is very impressive. It's like a highly skilled Morrocan sword fighter with a Damascus Steel Scimitar..... *Cubic inches is like Indiana Jones with a cheap pistol.*

05-07-2007, 12:06 AM	#4
KMK454 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: USA Posts: 440	Re: What did you get done...Cinco de Mayo edition. Ha, nothing... truck is in Charlotte, I'm in Georgia. I'll be home Wednesday (Charlotte) for a week of leave before moving to Fort Hood, TX. The truck will get shipped out there when I find it a proper garage... __________________ Kurt Instagram: @kurtkphoto 1978 C10 Silverado 1991 Camaro B4C

05-07-2007, 12:10 AM	#5
Malo83 Cruzzzn' Vet Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Porterville,Ca. Posts: 1,918	Re: What did you get done...Cinco de Mayo edition. AAAAhhhhhhh , washed the truck and filled up with Petrol and the bill came out to $51.05 , gas here is $3.39 a Gal, what is wrong with this picture John

05-07-2007, 12:08 AM	#6
f.monroe Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Caldwell,Tx. Posts: 3,648	Re: What did you get done...Cinco de Mayo edition. The 77 developed a pull to the right while braking so it has been sitting . I replaced the rubber line and the truck stops straight now . I did valve stem seals on it also . Everyone has a way of doing things and apparently mine is the HARD way . Somehow a lifter pulled up out of the bore and fell in the lifter valley when I did the seals . I went to put the pushrod back in and didnt feel anything . That added at least an hour to the job . It was on cylinder 7 and I couldnt hardly see the lifter through the small holes in the head but I removed the master cylinder , and with some luck , a droplight , a piece of wire , and a little patience , I stood the lifter up and worked it back into the lifter bore . McGuyver( sp?) would have been proud . I adjusted the valves , put it back together , and it is running again . I also mowed the yard , done a couple jobs since I was on call , managed to attend a birthday party , and looked at one awesome 1940 something Dodge Military truck that was done right . Frank __________________ Born and proudly residing in a Red State !



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