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Ackattack · 12-11-2003, 02:23 PM

My dad told me this one:

When taking something apart take a picture of it with a poloroid (or digital camara for the new century) so you can put it back together the way it was....such as brake drums.

Ain't joking about the fire extinguisher....my wife tried lighting the kitchen on fire a few weeks ago...had to break out teh extinguisher to put it out (made a big mess). Went out and bought a replacement that night.

*rickspickuppart* · 12-11-2003, 03:41 PM

Razor Knives are NOT your friend

Piper71c10 · 12-11-2003, 03:49 PM

Learned this one from my little sister (she likes toyotas):
"IF you can't out muscle it, out think it"

Amazingly simple, and amazingly, forgotten alot.

Dan72cst · 12-11-2003, 04:40 PM

While disconecting the postive terminal on the battery, don't let the wrench hit the metal A/C line. ttsssssssssssss

Beefcake · 12-11-2003, 05:05 PM

If you've hotwired your car/truck and it stalls, make sure your in park before finding the problem

wrench with surgical gloves.... I love em-keeps the gunk out of the fingernails!!

On carb-vs-FI.... I worked on the northstar team (cadillac 4.6) back in the early 90's, I know FI inside and out. I like carbs- keep it simple!

boraxman · 12-11-2003, 05:29 PM

Keep your ears open and your mouth shut.

71402BB · 12-11-2003, 08:37 PM

Don't pee into the wind!

pickupman · 12-11-2003, 08:57 PM

Don't Get Married

casey · 12-11-2003, 09:00 PM

and for god sakes don't pretend your listening to the old lady when your on this site, she'll say something like, ya what did I just say, and then all hell breaks loose, you hear things like you and that stupid computer-- what, what, you get my point right boys LOL

86SILVERADO · 12-11-2003, 10:05 PM

Allright, Dan72 reminded me of this one. Always disconnect the negative clamp first!

jku72 · 12-11-2003, 10:10 PM

Dont allow your truck to be non operable for any longer than is possible, dont let it get inoperable unless you have to.

Always convert to HEI

Always disconnect that battery before working on pretty much anything.

Wash your hands frequently.

Double check lug nuts any time you've had a wheel off.

Dont touch that pit bull thats foaming at the mouth. Know what I mean?

86SILVERADO · 12-11-2003, 10:20 PM

O.K. I got a few other pretty good ones.

1.Soak the rusty old manifold bolts and brake line fittings repeatedly with liquid wrench or PB DAYS before you are going to tackle the job.

2.Sharp blows on the wrench or ratchet with the palm of your hand on the really tough ones saves you alot of strain and alot of skinned knuckles.

3.Order of methods for removing the stuck nuts and bolts
1. box wrench
2. impact wrench
3. six point socket and breaker bar
4. smoke wrench

4. Speedbleeders

5. When your just about ready to torch the thing yourself just walk away. It will be there in the morning.

6. Give it a tuneup

86SILVERADO · 12-11-2003, 10:29 PM

I like Jku's first one. It is amazing what kind of problems just sitting for a few weeks can cause.

Course I have made a few good scores from folks who have told me if you can get the piece o ****e running it's yours.

GM72K10 · 12-11-2003, 10:37 PM

1. Always retap old parts before putting together with new parts.
2. Always carry a chain and a come-a-long with you when you snow plow.
3. don't fix it if it ain't broke
4. If some one you know knows more than you do don't be afraid to ask for advice, no matter what the subject.
5. If it looks rode hard and put up wet, it is.
6. If it sounds too good to be true, it is.
7. And salesman are NEVER making a profit on this PARTICULAR deal.

gr8scott51 · 12-11-2003, 10:42 PM

Dance like nobody's watching;
Love like you've never been hurt.
Sing like nobody's listening
Live like it's heaven on earth.

~Mark Twain~

For those of you considering buying another project, look at the vehicle as it is, not what you imagine. It's cheaper to buy a semi-completed project than to start from scratch.

scott

jorgensensc · 12-11-2003, 10:55 PM

Here's my .02 cents:

Everyday's a Holiday (Dad)

Always keep a Map in the glovebox, Pantyhose (in case you break a belt, you dirty fools),a blank check in your wallet (you can always right a check to cover your arse), a fire extinguisher, and a can of fix a flat!

Write down the year vehicle every part for your truck comes off of. I've got a '97 s10 fuel door filler, etc., etc.

Always disconnect the battery before working on electrical!

The number 1 rule for buying parts (after the wife finds out):

It's always easier to ask for forgiveness than permission!

In some states it IS cheaper to keep her!! (from a buddy)

There ain't Nothin' that can't be fixed (with enough money), or rigged(for us poor folks)

ZOOMY · 12-12-2003, 05:09 AM

Don't put a lot of money down on something you haven't seen in person. Some people won't return it if you decide not to buy it.

gonebad2 · 12-12-2003, 05:59 AM

1) Take at least one picture of every vehicle you ever buy. Even if you are just going to part it out. I really wish I would have done that.
2) Buy high, sell low....You'll make it up in volume.LOL

3) If she says it's only a coldsore, don't believe it.

4) Every day is better then the next....Think about it.

5) Keep your pen out of the company ink.

6) Trust nobody!!!

7) Buy a good dictionary and use it often.

8) Never point the finger until you have all of the facts.

9) Do a good deed and don't tell anybody about it.

10) If you had a bad childhood, too damn bad. Get over it. Was it easy for any of us growing up?

mocwon · 12-12-2003, 12:34 PM

Buddy up with someone that knows more than you do and/or is more skilled than you are in: body work; drivetrains; suspensions; electrical systems or anything else you may get involved with, automotive related or otherwise. Remember, wisdom is free but you must provide your own container. Offer to help someone out that is in need of help because some day you too will need help regardless of how skilled you may be.

*Shane* · 12-12-2003, 01:09 PM

Never play leap frog with a unicorn.

AndrewDT · 12-12-2003, 01:17 PM

"Don't force it, get a bigger hammer."

jakobs71chevy · 12-12-2003, 01:45 PM

pound to fit, paint to match

sneakysnake · 12-12-2003, 02:01 PM

Dont laugh at a Cop changing a flat tire on the side of the road,or two miles down you will find yourself in the same situation!

TigerPawz8u · 12-12-2003, 02:20 PM

Listen to your gut instinct when you're in a difficult situation, you'd be surprised how it's listened more carefully than you did to past experiences and even your current one.

The best works of art wren't created by staying within the lines.

Have some fun, 'cuz you only live once.

**CPNE** · 12-12-2003, 02:46 PM

Don't let your kids go to sleepovers at Neverland

12-11-2003, 02:23 PM	#26
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,524	My dad told me this one: When taking something apart take a picture of it with a poloroid (or digital camara for the new century) so you can put it back together the way it was....such as brake drums. Ain't joking about the fire extinguisher....my wife tried lighting the kitchen on fire a few weeks ago...had to break out teh extinguisher to put it out (made a big mess). Went out and bought a replacement that night. __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

12-11-2003, 04:40 PM	#29
Dan72cst Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Lake Stevens,WA 98258 North of Seattle Posts: 833	While disconecting the postive terminal on the battery, don't let the wrench hit the metal A/C line. ttsssssssssssss __________________ Marysville, WA (Dan72cst@hotmail.com) 72 4wd Blazer CST 350/350 72 4wd Chevy LWB 350/350 68 2wd Chevy LWB 327/400

12-11-2003, 05:05 PM	#30
Beefcake Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Motor City Posts: 540	If you've hotwired your car/truck and it stalls, make sure your in park before finding the problem wrench with surgical gloves.... I love em-keeps the gunk out of the fingernails!! On carb-vs-FI.... I worked on the northstar team (cadillac 4.6) back in the early 90's, I know FI inside and out. I like carbs- keep it simple! __________________ 72 GMC Camper Special 2500. currently has 350/350/14 bolt. 383 and 400 tranny is in the works.

12-11-2003, 05:29 PM	#31
boraxman Keepin an eye out Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: So.Cal Posts: 3,920	Keep your ears open and your mouth shut. __________________ 1970 Chevy C10 SWB 5.3 1996 Toyota Tacoma SR5 4x4 2007 Vespa GTS 250 Scooter ZIP 91351

12-11-2003, 08:37 PM	#32
71402BB now thats a true COON DOG Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Franconia, NH Posts: 1,977	Don't pee into the wind! __________________ current project 67 402BB stout th350 3.08's with a locker. Plan on tubs 18.5's out back! (thanks Burnsman!) 71 SWB Stepside, was a 250, now is a 402 Big Block with 4 speed and 3.73's ( was crushed by a tree, bed sold, motor pulled) was my first truck!... oh well... 72 LWB 4x4 350 4-speed 3.08's posi wearing army olive drab green (SOLD!) 68 BURB 50TH LOOKALIKE work in progress, soon to have 250-I6 with a 3-speed on the tree 4.11's and posi ( currently sitting in back yard tarped awaiting time, $$$, and lots of love!) 67 1 TON- work truck 396 sm 420 4-speed, flat bed 4.57 gears "big red" (my first landscape truck, very rusty and crusty! but still gets the job done when needed!)

12-11-2003, 03:41 PM	#27
rickspickuppart Account Suspended Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 1,284	Razor Knives are NOT your friend

12-11-2003, 03:49 PM	#28
Piper71c10 Unending Project Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Sequim, WA Posts: 337	Learned this one from my little sister (she likes toyotas): "IF you can't out muscle it, out think it" Amazingly simple, and amazingly, forgotten alot.

12-11-2003, 08:57 PM	#33
pickupman Registered User Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Greeneville, TN Posts: 3,097	Don't Get Married __________________ atheystruck@comcast.net 67 1/2 ton 4wd custom cab 72 1/2 ton 4wd super cheyenne 71 1/2 BB super cheyenne shortbed

12-11-2003, 09:00 PM	#34
casey Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Kelowna B.C. Canada Posts: 2,048	and for god sakes don't pretend your listening to the old lady when your on this site, she'll say something like, ya what did I just say, and then all hell breaks loose, you hear things like you and that stupid computer-- what, what, you get my point right boys LOL

12-11-2003, 10:05 PM	#35
86SILVERADO Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hills of Western Mass Posts: 626	Allright, Dan72 reminded me of this one. Always disconnect the negative clamp first! __________________ 86 Silverado C10 back to 305 power! 67 C30 Dually Dump, with 350 transplant, Rockhauler 05 Duramax 3500 "If at first you don't succeed, try a bigger hammer" Member of the 1-Ton club!

12-11-2003, 10:10 PM	#36
jku72 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: cornville, maine Posts: 659	Dont allow your truck to be non operable for any longer than is possible, dont let it get inoperable unless you have to. Always convert to HEI Always disconnect that battery before working on pretty much anything. Wash your hands frequently. Double check lug nuts any time you've had a wheel off. Dont touch that pit bull thats foaming at the mouth. Know what I mean? __________________ jku Cornville, Maine 68 C10 burb 42 Willys MB 46 Dodge WF-32 1.5 ton 53 & 56 Olds' 60 Cadillac 22 Dodge Brothers

12-11-2003, 10:20 PM	#37
86SILVERADO Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hills of Western Mass Posts: 626	O.K. I got a few other pretty good ones. 1.Soak the rusty old manifold bolts and brake line fittings repeatedly with liquid wrench or PB DAYS before you are going to tackle the job. 2.Sharp blows on the wrench or ratchet with the palm of your hand on the really tough ones saves you alot of strain and alot of skinned knuckles. 3.Order of methods for removing the stuck nuts and bolts 1. box wrench 2. impact wrench 3. six point socket and breaker bar 4. smoke wrench 4. Speedbleeders 5. When your just about ready to torch the thing yourself just walk away. It will be there in the morning. 6. Give it a tuneup __________________ 86 Silverado C10 back to 305 power! 67 C30 Dually Dump, with 350 transplant, Rockhauler 05 Duramax 3500 "If at first you don't succeed, try a bigger hammer" Member of the 1-Ton club!

12-11-2003, 10:29 PM	#38
86SILVERADO Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Hills of Western Mass Posts: 626	I like Jku's first one. It is amazing what kind of problems just sitting for a few weeks can cause. Course I have made a few good scores from folks who have told me if you can get the piece o **e running it's yours. __________________ 86 Silverado C10 back to 305 power! 67 C30 Dually Dump, with 350 transplant, Rockhauler 05 Duramax 3500 "If at first you don't succeed, try a bigger hammer" Member of the 1-Ton club!** Last edited by 86SILVERADO; 12-11-2003 at 10:32 PM.

12-11-2003, 10:37 PM	#39
GM72K10 Next! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Eastern Pa. Posts: 2,483	1. Always retap old parts before putting together with new parts. 2. Always carry a chain and a come-a-long with you when you snow plow. 3. don't fix it if it ain't broke 4. If some one you know knows more than you do don't be afraid to ask for advice, no matter what the subject. 5. If it looks rode hard and put up wet, it is. 6. If it sounds too good to be true, it is. 7. And salesman are NEVER making a profit on this PARTICULAR deal. __________________ 86 K30 CUCV M1028A1 86 K30 CUCV M1028a2 dually 86 K30 C&C 6.2 4:56s, 4M, 11,000 gvw, ex fire truck, now lowboy dump More square bodies and CUCVs than I care to admit to 2020 Silverado K3500HD Work truck

12-11-2003, 10:42 PM	#40
gr8scott51 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Bremerton, WA Posts: 1,839	Dance like nobody's watching; Love like you've never been hurt. Sing like nobody's listening Live like it's heaven on earth. ~Mark Twain~ For those of you considering buying another project, look at the vehicle as it is, not what you imagine. It's cheaper to buy a semi-completed project than to start from scratch. scott __________________ Silence is golden, duct tape is silver. - Scott



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12-11-2003, 10:55 PM	#41
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,005	Here's my .02 cents: Everyday's a Holiday (Dad) Always keep a Map in the glovebox, Pantyhose (in case you break a belt, you dirty fools),a blank check in your wallet (you can always right a check to cover your arse), a fire extinguisher, and a can of fix a flat! Write down the year vehicle every part for your truck comes off of. I've got a '97 s10 fuel door filler, etc., etc. Always disconnect the battery before working on electrical! The number 1 rule for buying parts (after the wife finds out): It's always easier to ask for forgiveness than permission! In some states it IS cheaper to keep her!! (from a buddy) There ain't Nothin' that can't be fixed (with enough money), or rigged(for us poor folks) __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE Last edited by jorgensensc; 12-12-2003 at 12:05 AM.

12-12-2003, 05:09 AM	#42
ZOOMY Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: WIS Posts: 1,752	TIP Don't put a lot of money down on something you haven't seen in person. Some people won't return it if you decide not to buy it.

12-12-2003, 05:59 AM	#43
gonebad2 Merciless Butcher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CC Nevada Posts: 1,447	1) Take at least one picture of every vehicle you ever buy. Even if you are just going to part it out. I really wish I would have done that. 2) Buy high, sell low....You'll make it up in volume.LOL 3) If she says it's only a coldsore, don't believe it. 4) Every day is better then the next....Think about it. 5) Keep your pen out of the company ink. 6) Trust nobody!!! 7) Buy a good dictionary and use it often. 8) Never point the finger until you have all of the facts. 9) Do a good deed and don't tell anybody about it. 10) If you had a bad childhood, too damn bad. Get over it. Was it easy for any of us growing up? __________________ Your Bought And Sold....I Got Your Soul! Last edited by gonebad2; 12-12-2003 at 06:18 AM.

12-12-2003, 12:34 PM	#44
mocwon Keep On Truckin' Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Buda, Texas Posts: 1,354	Buddy up with someone that knows more than you do and/or is more skilled than you are in: body work; drivetrains; suspensions; electrical systems or anything else you may get involved with, automotive related or otherwise. Remember, wisdom is free but you must provide your own container. Offer to help someone out that is in need of help because some day you too will need help regardless of how skilled you may be. __________________ Just Passin' Thru Some projects are like herding cats; others are like putting out fires; this one was like herding cats on fire.....

12-12-2003, 01:09 PM	#45
Shane Account Suspended Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: over yonder Posts: 14,270	Never play leap frog with a unicorn.

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12-12-2003, 01:45 PM	#47
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12-12-2003, 02:01 PM	#48
sneakysnake It's a catastrophic success. Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 2,077	Dont laugh at a Cop changing a flat tire on the side of the road,or two miles down you will find yourself in the same situation!

12-12-2003, 02:20 PM	#49
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12-12-2003, 02:46 PM	#50
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,662	Don't let your kids go to sleepovers at Neverland __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

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