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panhandler62 · 10-17-2005, 07:32 PM

Here is the overall after the work...

I think I'm going to name him "Billy Bob"

rauto13 · 10-17-2005, 09:09 PM

The control module in an HEI can go bad with no warning. Sounds like that may be the problem.

What I got done was had a birthday party for my big 4 0.

Also revented my fuel tank from 1/4 inch vent to 5/8 vent. I can actually put gas in the truck now without very slowly nursing in the gas. I also retightened the lug nuts and greased the front end. I also started wiring the headlight relays. Then I gazed loving under the hood for some wires to hide or something to work on that does not involve pulling the engine, trans, and/or cutting holes in the truck with a torch.

rkarr · 10-18-2005, 03:06 AM

Bought a 4wd frame and rear suspension...... (I have a 69 3/4 ton LB, I want a 1/2 ton SB truck, but chopping the frame scares me to death)
Got a ton of work to do, but we got it cleaned up... somewhat...
I need help with lowering a leaf-spring rear, or some info on changing the cross members and trailing arms to go to coils) as the truck I'm building has coils in the back.....

68_396Noel · 10-18-2005, 03:18 AM

my truck got finished after almost 10 months of restoration, full frame off resto. all original. she's a beaut.

krue · 10-18-2005, 04:24 AM

You're right she is a beaut!

panhandler62 · 10-18-2005, 08:11 AM

That's just nice all around.

panhandler62 · 10-18-2005, 08:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rauto13

The control module in an HEI can go bad with no warning. Sounds like that may be the problem.

Welcome to 40 ... did that a few years ago.

since my truck is a mutt, like most of our trucks ... The engine is a '74 350 and the HEI is an add-on. What do I need to take with me to the moron academy (auto parts store) to get the right part for my dizzy?

I don't think there is anyone there who could figure it out (took two tries to get the right brakes for my Pontiac and it's stock!) lol

Should I just ask for the module for a 76 C-20 w/350 4bbl?

chickenwing · 10-18-2005, 04:31 PM

I've got an old riding lawnmower I decided I am gonna paint it to match my truck. Hawaiian Blue/white. Pulled off the tin, stripped em and welded up the cracks (good practice and no one is the guiney pig). Next weekend the chassis and maybe color!

10-17-2005, 07:32 PM	#26
panhandler62 Java Mechanic Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Martinsburg, WV Posts: 6,763	Re: What did you get done this weekend? Merged posts version Here is the overall after the work... I think I'm going to name him "Billy Bob" Attached Images __________________ Keith 11 Lincoln MKT -- Momma's wagon 13 G37xS -- middle age crazy car 68 C20 Fleetside -- RIP Decorating the whole town up at a cost of $27 ....

10-17-2005, 09:09 PM	#27
rauto13 saving one more Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Pryor Creek, Oklahoma Posts: 3,066	Re: What did you get done this weekend? Merged posts version The control module in an HEI can go bad with no warning. Sounds like that may be the problem. What I got done was had a birthday party for my big 4 0. Also revented my fuel tank from 1/4 inch vent to 5/8 vent. I can actually put gas in the truck now without very slowly nursing in the gas. I also retightened the lug nuts and greased the front end. I also started wiring the headlight relays. Then I gazed loving under the hood for some wires to hide or something to work on that does not involve pulling the engine, trans, and/or cutting holes in the truck with a torch. __________________ 72 Chevy longbed - now for parts 69 Chevy short fleet - needing some love 70 RS Camaro - needing more love driver - 96 GMC X-cab

10-18-2005, 03:06 AM	#28
rkarr Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Roseville, CA Posts: 152	Re: What did you get done this weekend? Merged posts version Bought a 4wd frame and rear suspension...... (I have a 69 3/4 ton LB, I want a 1/2 ton SB truck, but chopping the frame scares me to death) Got a ton of work to do, but we got it cleaned up... somewhat... I need help with lowering a leaf-spring rear, or some info on changing the cross members and trailing arms to go to coils) as the truck I'm building has coils in the back.....

10-18-2005, 03:18 AM	#29
68_396Noel Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Canada Posts: 37	Re: What did you get done this weekend? Merged posts version my truck got finished after almost 10 months of restoration, full frame off resto. all original. she's a beaut. Attached Images Last edited by 68_396Noel; 10-18-2005 at 03:21 AM.

10-18-2005, 04:24 AM	#30
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,448	Re: What did you get done this weekend? Merged posts version You're right she is a beaut! __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

10-18-2005, 08:11 AM	#31
panhandler62 Java Mechanic Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Martinsburg, WV Posts: 6,763	Re: What did you get done this weekend? Merged posts version That's just nice all around. __________________ Keith 11 Lincoln MKT -- Momma's wagon 13 G37xS -- middle age crazy car 68 C20 Fleetside -- RIP Decorating the whole town up at a cost of $27 ....

10-18-2005, 04:31 PM	#33
chickenwing Lovin' Life in Miss.! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, Mississippi Posts: 1,937	Re: What did you get done this weekend? Merged posts version I've got an old riding lawnmower I decided I am gonna paint it to match my truck. Hawaiian Blue/white. Pulled off the tin, stripped em and welded up the cracks (good practice and no one is the guiney pig). Next weekend the chassis and maybe color!



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