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[LuckyHenriksen]

The pipe will get hacked further back, before the rearend. I want to reuse as much as the pipe that I have and run it out in front of the tires, but I might just end up trading it to the exhaust shop for a 3 inch x pipe/side exit system. Plus the 3 inch will help my new motor breathe more

[cstm68]

Originally Posted by LuckyHenriksen

Thanks man that means alot to me to hear compliments like that

your a year younger than me and you already passed me when you started this swap. nice work man,

are you gunna try to bring it to good-guys in puyallup this july?

[LuckyHenriksen]

That would sure be sweet. I should have it running and driving reliably (mostly) by July.

[LuckyHenriksen]

Im trying to figure out what intake bolts to use with my GMPP carb intake, and if the L92 heads require a different set of bolts than the 317 heads. I am trying to place an order from sdparts and want to get it all in under one shipping charge. And then I need to find a balancer puller big enough to fit the balancer on this engine. I borrowed one from my schools auto shop but it was too small. I need to find a GM puller or I heard a Chrysler puller works too. Anyone know about the bolts?

[texanidiot25]

Have you tried renting a puller from a parts store?

And see what Harbor freight has in the way of pullers.

[LuckyHenriksen]

and cstm68 thanks for the compliment, but I don't know if I have passed you- yet I like looking at your build page and think you did a great job on your truck. It would be sweet to meet up with you this summer

[LuckyHenriksen]

I called Napa and they don't rent anything, I might have to try a bigger store. I like the idea of checking out Harbor Freight, good idea Texan. I need some more C clamps anyways.....

[texanidiot25]

As far as your bolts, you didn't save any from the motor earlier? Or your saying that the bolts you have don't fit the heads?

[LuckyHenriksen]

Ok I need help with my fuel cell. Can anyone share their experiences and/or some instructions on how this thing goes in? Do I really have to take off the bed?

[LuckyHenriksen]

Originally Posted by texanidiot25

As far as your bolts, you didn't save any from the motor earlier? Or your saying that the bolts you have don't fit the heads?

The bolts aren't reusable for the heads, they are only good for one torquing, you have to get new ones. I want to know if the L92 heads require a special bolt, different than the 317 or iron heads. And I don't know if I can reuse the stock truck intake bolts for the carb intake

[SCIV]

Originally Posted by LuckyHenriksen

The bolts aren't reusable for the heads, they are only good for one torquing, you have to get new ones. I want to know if the L92 heads require a special bolt, different than the 317 or iron heads. And I don't know if I can reuse the stock truck intake bolts for the carb intake

I am pretty sure they are different bolts for the heads.

As for the intake, I ended up using some metric allen head bolts. No, the stock ones didn't fit with my Vic Jr. I am not sure about the GMPP intake, but I would assume you are in the same boat.

[LuckyHenriksen]

So where do I find the bolts? At a dealership parts counter? I have been trying to use Scoggin-Dickey because they are priced fairly, but I don't know of they have the right thing.

[texanidiot25]

I'd give them both a call and see what's up.

[SCIV]

I just went to the local Fastenal dealer, and bought them. I don't know what length you need ( I think mine were 50mm).

[tcoop68]

it looks like your having fun.It makes me remember my first of many.You will probley be hooked for life like me. Looks like your doing a pretty good job on her keep it up.

[drewdude92]

what are the wheel tire specs? those look sweet!

[LuckyHenriksen]

Thanks guys. The wheels are 15x6 front with 195/65 tires, rears are 15x10 with 13.5 inch wide MT ET Streets that are 28 inches tall

[drewdude92]

awesome man i love em

[rob32472]

Dude you are the man I wish I had half as much time to post as you!

[LuckyHenriksen]

Thanks guys. I will find the backspacing specs eventually, for anyone who wants to know. I have spent the evening wire-wheeling rust in the channel right above the rocker panel. I will probably end up slipping a little *eek* bondo in there just so water can't come into the cab. I know everyone, me included, hates when people just fill stuff with bondo but I don't see another option for me right now. I don't have the facilities to weld anything, and have no budget for body work. Its all going into the motor and driveline besides its just a few small rust holes

[LuckyHenriksen]

Oh and how hard is it to cut holes in the crossmember so I can run exhaust through?

[Gray Ghost]

Not hard at all with a plasma cutter. We cut a frame in half in seconds when we re-framed a 71 of my buddy's.

[LuckyHenriksen]

Is 3 inches a good size for the holes?

[Gray Ghost]

You want around 3/8" on all sides for movement. Should be plenty of room if your pipes are 2 1/4" OD.

[OLDIRON69]

Most go larger, I guess it depends on your exhaust.