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palposity · 11-04-2010, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sarge261

Help me out a little...how is it held in. The Tcase is still in the truck and I am doing this on my back.

Sarge

Hey Sarge - The sensor is threaded in so you will need an open ended wrench. If it's too difficult I can use the link that 1985-GMC provided to order a new one. Your call sir.

Thanks!

palposity · 11-04-2010, 03:25 PM

Sarge -

Here is what it looks like. Standard threaded connector.

Sarge261 · 11-05-2010, 09:27 AM

I will try to get to it today...if not it will have to wait til sunday.

Is that ok?

Sarge

palposity · 11-05-2010, 10:45 AM

Hey Sarge - No problem on that time frame. Again, if it's too difficult to access just let me know and I'll buy it from that web site. Thank you sir!

palposity · 11-06-2010, 09:00 PM

Just spent almost 12 hours on my truck today doing little piddly stuff that isn't pic worthy. Got the fuel pump plumbed up, did some electrical connections, fixed a problem with my passenger side exhaust manifold not lining up right, installed a rear frame crossmember, abandoned my tilt column and put back in the original one (4 hour long story), tried to take the bed off my spare frame to put it on Cletus, but I think I need someone to be up in the bed pushing down on the carriage bolts while I am turning the nuts. They weren't really cooperating. I'm very tired.

menace121978 · 11-06-2010, 09:06 PM

damn thats a bummer on the column buddy... its the piddly stuff that kills time, patience, and energy. too bad we weren't a few miles closer and i'd give ya a hand

Sarge261 · 11-07-2010, 11:03 AM

Charlie,

Ive got your part pulled I will get it in the mail sometime tomarrow for ya.

I will PM you my pay pal.

Andy

palposity · 11-07-2010, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by menace121978

damn thats a bummer on the column buddy... its the piddly stuff that kills time, patience, and energy. too bad we weren't a few miles closer and i'd give ya a hand

Thanks for the kind words Dennis. With the level of detail you have gone to on your build I'm sure you know better than anyone how the piddly stuff wears on you.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sarge261

Charlie,

Ive got your part pulled I will get it in the mail sometime tomarrow for ya.

I will PM you my pay pal.

Andy

Sounds good Andy. Thanks!

glimmertwin01 · 11-07-2010, 08:45 PM

the devil is in the details...... i waste more time on stuff no one will see only cause i want it done right....

palposity · 11-08-2010, 08:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by glimmertwin01

the devil is in the details...... i waste more time on stuff no one will see only cause i want it done right....

I hear ya on that one buddy!

palposity · 11-12-2010, 08:57 PM

Okay guys tomorrow should be a big day. Here are the plans for my date with Cletus:

1. Install radiator -DONE
2. Install accelerator linkage - DONE
3. Install all vacuum lines (for some reason this one makes me very nervous) - DONE.
4. Finish E-Brake cables - DONE
5. Install driver fender well and hydraulic flow valve (plow) assembly which bolts to fender well. - DONE
6. Install fuel tank selector switch - DONE
7. Install new spark plug wires - DONE
8. Complete final engine electrical connections - DONE
9. Test fire engine - DONE
10. Install truck bed - DONE
11. Fill Transfer Case w/ fluid - DONE.

After all this (should be a big day) the truck should be looking good. My next move will be to grab the doors and hood from the painter (they are done) and get the front sheet metal hung. After that I will install my new custom "Stitch made" interior and the front and rear window. WHOO HOOOO!! The end is in sight!

glimmertwin01 · 11-12-2010, 10:58 PM

good deal Charlie
Im in the final stretch of my plow truck.... have the wiring to do.. lost a day due to hitting a deer out on the thruway wed night in my car.. (had to fix it) with any luck ill have the OLD SCOOL aux plow lights and monarch plow pump wired in...

palposity · 11-13-2010, 08:03 AM

Sorry to hear about the accident w/ your car Dan! Glad to hear you are coming along on your plow truck!

327sbc Raw Power · 11-13-2010, 04:00 PM

lookin good on the

truck

o a little info on the del parts truck they do use road salt i grew up in del its in surprisingly great shape

palposity · 11-14-2010, 09:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 327sbc Raw Power

lookin good on the

truck

o a little info on the del parts truck they do use road salt i grew up in del its in surprisingly great shape

Welcome to the board! Thanks for your compliments. The Delaware cab still needed some rust repair, but the bed was perfect. No where near what a Central NY body would have looked like after 24 years in our severe salt!

327sbc Raw Power · 11-14-2010, 04:01 PM

any more new build pics??? love the color

palposity · 11-14-2010, 06:22 PM

Nothing pic worthy at the moment. Most of the stuff is little piddly stuff. This time next week I should have all the sheet metal bolted on so that will make for some nice pics! - Then on to the interior work! Thanks for your compliments on the color. I've wanted one that color for years!

Sarge261 · 11-14-2010, 07:18 PM

You may not think they are pic worthy, but we are picture feens so post some PLEASE!!!!!!!!

Sounds like your making good progress Charlie. I hope the switch made it to you safe and sound.

Sarge

palposity · 11-14-2010, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sarge261

You may not think they are pic worthy, but we are picture feens so post some PLEASE!!!!!!!!

Sounds like your making good progress Charlie. I hope the switch made it to you safe and sound.

Sarge

Okie dokie Sarge. I get your point.

Here are some pics for you.

Here I've installed the inner fender wells, turn signal housings, tranny cooler, and cut the hole for the fuel tank selector switch. Pardon the dust on the paint. It makes the new paint job look cruddy, but I know she'll clean up purdy!

palposity · 11-14-2010, 08:17 PM

And some more....

I need several of these plastic clips that are used to mount the headlights. Anyone know where I can buy these?

In the 3rd pic down I can't remember for the life of me where the 2 fat vacuum hoses attach to?? Anyone who can enlighten me? The one is coming from the brake booster and the other from the back of the carb - through the throttle linkage then out to the lower hose in the pic? My brain is too fried on vacuum hoses at this point to figure it out!

menace121978 · 11-14-2010, 08:53 PM

hey Charlie! looking great buddy!!! i love pics

on the hoses just unhook the one on the booster and plug the other one in... easy peasy!

palposity · 11-14-2010, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by menace121978

hey Charlie! looking great buddy!!! i love pics

on the hoses just unhook the one on the booster and plug the other one in... easy peasy!

Thanks Dennis! That figures! I never thought that I may have an extra hose there. I guess that can happen when you disassemble 3 trucks in 6 months and have parts galore in the garage!

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1985-GMC · 11-15-2010, 12:25 AM

Any auto parts store should have those headlight adjusters and they will come with the screw part too.

327sbc Raw Power · 11-15-2010, 02:38 AM

looks great and everything is pic worthy

palposity · 11-18-2010, 03:40 PM

I'm taking the day off work tomorrow. I'll be working on the truck all day Friday and Saturday. Here is my little to do list.

Left to do:

Mount all exterior sheet metal - Done except hood and cowl vent
Install F/R windshield - Rear Window in
Install headlights - DONE
Install interior - should be here Tuesday
Install 4x4 switch
Install 4x4 shifter
Install rear bumper - DONE
Install top (roof) construction light - DONE
Install grill and valance -
Bleed brakes - Rears done - Bleeders won't open on the front.
Connect E brake cable - DONE
Connect gas tank filler necks - DONE
Complete final electrical work (replace blown dash lights)
Connect rear shocks -
Top off fluids

11-04-2010, 03:25 PM	#227
palposity Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Syracuse NY Posts: 684	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" Sarge - Here is what it looks like. Standard threaded connector. Attached Images __________________ Project #1 "Pops"--1980 Chevrolet Scottsdale C10 3rd Generation in the same original owner family. GOAL: Restore to "almost" original. View Project Pops HERE Project #2 "Cletus"--1986 Chevy K20 4.10 Gear Ratio GOAL: Restore into a heavy duty work/plow rig View Project Cletus HERE - SOLD DD--2008 Duramax CCSB

11-05-2010, 09:27 AM	#228
Sarge261 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 395	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" I will try to get to it today...if not it will have to wait til sunday. Is that ok? Sarge __________________ 1997 GMC Yukon Western Mid Weight Plow Project THOR

11-05-2010, 10:45 AM	#229
palposity Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Syracuse NY Posts: 684	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" Hey Sarge - No problem on that time frame. Again, if it's too difficult to access just let me know and I'll buy it from that web site. Thank you sir! __________________ Project #1 "Pops"--1980 Chevrolet Scottsdale C10 3rd Generation in the same original owner family. GOAL: Restore to "almost" original. View Project Pops HERE Project #2 "Cletus"--1986 Chevy K20 4.10 Gear Ratio GOAL: Restore into a heavy duty work/plow rig View Project Cletus HERE - SOLD DD--2008 Duramax CCSB

11-06-2010, 09:00 PM	#230
palposity Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Syracuse NY Posts: 684	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" Just spent almost 12 hours on my truck today doing little piddly stuff that isn't pic worthy. Got the fuel pump plumbed up, did some electrical connections, fixed a problem with my passenger side exhaust manifold not lining up right, installed a rear frame crossmember, abandoned my tilt column and put back in the original one (4 hour long story), tried to take the bed off my spare frame to put it on Cletus, but I think I need someone to be up in the bed pushing down on the carriage bolts while I am turning the nuts. They weren't really cooperating. I'm very tired. __________________ Project #1 "Pops"--1980 Chevrolet Scottsdale C10 3rd Generation in the same original owner family. GOAL: Restore to "almost" original. View Project Pops HERE Project #2 "Cletus"--1986 Chevy K20 4.10 Gear Ratio GOAL: Restore into a heavy duty work/plow rig View Project Cletus HERE - SOLD DD--2008 Duramax CCSB

11-06-2010, 09:06 PM	#231
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" damn thats a bummer on the column buddy... its the piddly stuff that kills time, patience, and energy. too bad we weren't a few miles closer and i'd give ya a hand __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list

11-07-2010, 11:03 AM	#232
Sarge261 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 395	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" Charlie, Ive got your part pulled I will get it in the mail sometime tomarrow for ya. I will PM you my pay pal. Andy __________________ 1997 GMC Yukon Western Mid Weight Plow Project THOR

11-07-2010, 08:45 PM	#234
glimmertwin01 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Rochester NY Posts: 1,022	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" the devil is in the details...... i waste more time on stuff no one will see only cause i want it done right.... __________________ 67/68 K/20 "The BEAST" 68 K15 V6 LWB. 73 K20 GMC Burb "The Bomber" 74 K/5 74 K20 Custom Deluxe 86 K10 Shorty 92 K2500 Burb 95 K2500 GMC Life is what you make it Live each day like it was your last Old GM Trucks never go out of style

11-12-2010, 08:57 PM	#236
palposity Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Syracuse NY Posts: 684	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" Okay guys tomorrow should be a big day. Here are the plans for my date with Cletus: 1. Install radiator -DONE 2. Install accelerator linkage - DONE 3. Install all vacuum lines (for some reason this one makes me very nervous) - DONE. 4. Finish E-Brake cables - DONE 5. Install driver fender well and hydraulic flow valve (plow) assembly which bolts to fender well. - DONE 6. Install fuel tank selector switch - DONE 7. Install new spark plug wires - DONE 8. Complete final engine electrical connections - DONE 9. Test fire engine - DONE 10. Install truck bed - DONE 11. Fill Transfer Case w/ fluid - DONE. After all this (should be a big day) the truck should be looking good. My next move will be to grab the doors and hood from the painter (they are done) and get the front sheet metal hung. After that I will install my new custom "Stitch made" interior and the front and rear window. WHOO HOOOO!! The end is in sight! __________________ Project #1 "Pops"--1980 Chevrolet Scottsdale C10 3rd Generation in the same original owner family. GOAL: Restore to "almost" original. View Project Pops HERE Project #2 "Cletus"--1986 Chevy K20 4.10 Gear Ratio GOAL: Restore into a heavy duty work/plow rig View Project Cletus HERE - SOLD DD--2008 Duramax CCSB Last edited by palposity; 11-27-2010 at 09:11 AM.

11-12-2010, 10:58 PM	#237
glimmertwin01 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Rochester NY Posts: 1,022	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" good deal Charlie Im in the final stretch of my plow truck.... have the wiring to do.. lost a day due to hitting a deer out on the thruway wed night in my car.. (had to fix it) with any luck ill have the OLD SCOOL aux plow lights and monarch plow pump wired in... __________________ 67/68 K/20 "The BEAST" 68 K15 V6 LWB. 73 K20 GMC Burb "The Bomber" 74 K/5 74 K20 Custom Deluxe 86 K10 Shorty 92 K2500 Burb 95 K2500 GMC Life is what you make it Live each day like it was your last Old GM Trucks never go out of style

11-13-2010, 08:03 AM	#238
palposity Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Syracuse NY Posts: 684	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" Sorry to hear about the accident w/ your car Dan! Glad to hear you are coming along on your plow truck! __________________ Project #1 "Pops"--1980 Chevrolet Scottsdale C10 3rd Generation in the same original owner family. GOAL: Restore to "almost" original. View Project Pops HERE Project #2 "Cletus"--1986 Chevy K20 4.10 Gear Ratio GOAL: Restore into a heavy duty work/plow rig View Project Cletus HERE - SOLD DD--2008 Duramax CCSB

11-13-2010, 04:00 PM	#239
327sbc Raw Power Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: villisca IA. Posts: 14	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" lookin good on the truck o a little info on the del parts truck they do use road salt i grew up in del its in surprisingly great shape __________________ R.I.P. 1984 chevy c10 high performance 305 toteled 1987 mazda b2000 dads

11-14-2010, 04:01 PM	#241
327sbc Raw Power Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: villisca IA. Posts: 14	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" any more new build pics??? love the color __________________ R.I.P. 1984 chevy c10 high performance 305 toteled 1987 mazda b2000 dads

11-14-2010, 06:22 PM	#242
palposity Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Syracuse NY Posts: 684	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" Nothing pic worthy at the moment. Most of the stuff is little piddly stuff. This time next week I should have all the sheet metal bolted on so that will make for some nice pics! - Then on to the interior work! Thanks for your compliments on the color. I've wanted one that color for years! __________________ Project #1 "Pops"--1980 Chevrolet Scottsdale C10 3rd Generation in the same original owner family. GOAL: Restore to "almost" original. View Project Pops HERE Project #2 "Cletus"--1986 Chevy K20 4.10 Gear Ratio GOAL: Restore into a heavy duty work/plow rig View Project Cletus HERE - SOLD DD--2008 Duramax CCSB

11-14-2010, 07:18 PM	#243
Sarge261 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Upstate NY Posts: 395	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" You may not think they are pic worthy, but we are picture feens so post some PLEASE!!!!!!!! Sounds like your making good progress Charlie. I hope the switch made it to you safe and sound. Sarge __________________ 1997 GMC Yukon Western Mid Weight Plow Project THOR

11-14-2010, 08:17 PM	#245
palposity Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Syracuse NY Posts: 684	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" And some more.... I need several of these plastic clips that are used to mount the headlights. Anyone know where I can buy these? In the 3rd pic down I can't remember for the life of me where the 2 fat vacuum hoses attach to?? Anyone who can enlighten me? The one is coming from the brake booster and the other from the back of the carb - through the throttle linkage then out to the lower hose in the pic? My brain is too fried on vacuum hoses at this point to figure it out! Attached Images __________________ Project #1 "Pops"--1980 Chevrolet Scottsdale C10 3rd Generation in the same original owner family. GOAL: Restore to "almost" original. View Project Pops HERE Project #2 "Cletus"--1986 Chevy K20 4.10 Gear Ratio GOAL: Restore into a heavy duty work/plow rig View Project Cletus HERE - SOLD DD--2008 Duramax CCSB Last edited by palposity; 11-14-2010 at 08:21 PM.



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11-14-2010, 08:53 PM	#246
menace121978 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: orangevale, ca Posts: 3,626	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" hey Charlie! looking great buddy!!! i love pics on the hoses just unhook the one on the booster and plug the other one in... easy peasy! __________________ "Dennis the Menace" 1978 Silverado (2wd, 1/2 ton, short bed)complete nut & bolt frame off restomod LQ9/4L80E MY LS SWAP/FRAME OFF BUILD BOOK 2006 TBSS way too much to list Last edited by menace121978; 11-14-2010 at 08:54 PM.

11-15-2010, 12:25 AM	#248
1985-GMC Chevy Enthusiast Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Canyon Lake Texas Posts: 2,024	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" Any auto parts store should have those headlight adjusters and they will come with the screw part too. __________________ Tony 1985 GMC K2500 restoration Project: Rust, White & Blue 1989 Chevy R3500 CC Cummins & 4X4 swap some day... 1989 Burb (D60, 14BFF, 12V, NV4500, NP205, 37" tires in progress)

11-15-2010, 02:38 AM	#249
327sbc Raw Power Registered User Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: villisca IA. Posts: 14	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" looks great and everything is pic worthy __________________ R.I.P. 1984 chevy c10 high performance 305 toteled 1987 mazda b2000 dads

11-18-2010, 03:40 PM	#250
palposity Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Syracuse NY Posts: 684	Re: 86 k 20 project "cletus" I'm taking the day off work tomorrow. I'll be working on the truck all day Friday and Saturday. Here is my little to do list. Left to do: Mount all exterior sheet metal - Done except hood and cowl vent Install F/R windshield - Rear Window in Install headlights - DONE Install interior - should be here Tuesday Install 4x4 switch Install 4x4 shifter Install rear bumper - DONE Install top (roof) construction light - DONE Install grill and valance - Bleed brakes - Rears done - Bleeders won't open on the front. Connect E brake cable - DONE Connect gas tank filler necks - DONE Complete final electrical work (replace blown dash lights) Connect rear shocks - Top off fluids __________________ Project #1 "Pops"--1980 Chevrolet Scottsdale C10 3rd Generation in the same original owner family. GOAL: Restore to "almost" original. View Project Pops HERE Project #2 "Cletus"--1986 Chevy K20 4.10 Gear Ratio GOAL: Restore into a heavy duty work/plow rig View Project Cletus HERE - SOLD DD--2008 Duramax CCSB Last edited by palposity; 11-27-2010 at 08:40 AM.

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