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**wancosc356** · 06-13-2009, 12:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Conroe trucker

I have a 70 292 and it is not that type thermostat housing. I would have suggested mocking one up with a coathanger then having a muffler shop make it out of stainless exhaust tubing, then just putting the hose ends on from a straight piece of rubber hose. That was how many 4x4s were.

I have also found out that many 6 cylinders used parts off of the older series trucks until they were gone. So alot of the key switches, brake parts, etc., are actually the same as older models.

Never saw where you listed the year of your truck.

Always look for the guy with the grayest hair at NAPA.

Yeah. The stainless would be nice, but I dont know how long this motor will last me. Once it dies, it will be replaced.

Im sure this truck has many parts from other trucks. Its been a hassle but I got it figured out.

The truck is a 67.

Haha. They guy with the grayest hair was definitely help at napa. But believe it or not, the youngest guy was the most help. He knew his stuff and was pumped to help me figure everything out.

factorystock · 06-13-2009, 08:57 PM

One clue to the year of engine is the paint color. The last year that color was used (which looks like original paint) was 66.The 67 and newer engines were red orange. Check engine code on distributor pad for exact year. I would say it is a 63-66 engine. Also, radiators were changed from upright in 66 to crossflow in 67, which will effect type of radiator hose is connected.

**wancosc356** · 06-13-2009, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by factorystock

One clue to the year of engine is the paint color. The last year that color was used (which looks like original paint) was 66.The 67 and newer engines were red orange. Check engine code on distributor pad for exact year. I would say it is a 63-66 engine. Also, radiators were changed from upright in 66 to crossflow in 67, which will effect type of radiator hose is connected.

Oh ok. Thanks for that info.

**wancosc356** · 06-14-2009, 10:11 PM

Noticed today from doing "the loop" that my hose is crimped from the bend. Will that cause an issue?

06-13-2009, 08:57 PM	#27
factorystock Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: west coast Posts: 3,369	Re: 292 water outlet issues One clue to the year of engine is the paint color. The last year that color was used (which looks like original paint) was 66.The 67 and newer engines were red orange. Check engine code on distributor pad for exact year. I would say it is a 63-66 engine. Also, radiators were changed from upright in 66 to crossflow in 67, which will effect type of radiator hose is connected.

06-14-2009, 10:11 PM	#29
wancosc356 I Like Mine With No Shine! Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,705	Re: 292 water outlet issues Noticed today from doing "the loop" that my hose is crimped from the bend. Will that cause an issue? __________________ Michael 1967 Chevrolet C10 Short Fleet (Literal Ground Up....One Day) 2006 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 4x4 1969 Lincoln Continental Coupe Project FOR SALE http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/c...ct=4578&cat=17 1981 Honda CM400 C Bobber SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384152



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