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**Getter-Done** · 02-21-2026, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Sheepdip

I've been working on the Jeep engine getting it ready to fire slowly but surely.
Today I ran across a problem with the oil pump install/orientation which I also discovered is a very common mistake.

While installing the distributor I could only after many attempts get it to drop in 180 out, so I started looking for the reason.
I then noticed the key on the bottom of the distributor shaft that mated to the oil pump was offset. I then searched the service manual and YouTube and discovered it was not only offset, but the keyways both the male key on the distributor and the female keyway on the oil pump actually had a slight taper to them so they only go one way.
It's very hard to see this taper with the naked eye but a caliper showed it to be true. Long story short I had to drop the oil pump (3 bolts) right behind the exhaust pipe in the third picture and re-clock the oil pump shaft 180. Distributor dropped in just like it sposed to was after that.

I'm glad these old motors were built to be easily repaired in the field!

That is a Cool Jeep.

The N-series F__D tractors with a front distributor has a similar design.
If a person puts it in wrong and tightens it down, it will damage or crack the housing.

yuccales · 02-21-2026, 11:12 AM

Shoveled the truck out while my helper assisted.

**Getter-Done** · 02-21-2026, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by yuccales

Shoveled the truck out while my helper assisted.

I am a Big fan of your Helper.

BRL · 02-22-2026, 01:00 AM

Motivated myself to get up into that freezing garage and start tinkering with the bug after letting it sit for over 6 years, it needs brakes all the way around and a master cylinder installed.
I have all the parts the only thing lacking was motivation but I figured out that I could move my Wi-Fi up to the garage by just carrying it up from the cabin, no 100ft. HDMI cord needed.
Now I can watch TV on my phone while I'm freezing.
Actually it ain't that cold I'm just a cheapskate sissy.

**3757chevy** · 02-22-2026, 01:37 AM

I went to Hobby Lobby with my Wife Today and found a couple of metal signs I had to have.

BRL · 02-22-2026, 02:59 AM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

I went to Hobby Lobby with my Wife Today and found a couple of metal signs I had to have.

I can see why, those are totally cool! 😎

**3757chevy** · 02-23-2026, 01:59 AM

Today I added the signs to my Conex collection.

I use magnets to hold them up , works great!

**Boog** · 02-23-2026, 08:30 AM

Spent a few hours in the shop "cleaning up". When I was done I found I had the same amount of free room as before I started but a bunch of things were now holding down space in a different spot..

**Lost in the 60's** · 02-23-2026, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Boog

Spent a few hours in the shop "cleaning up". When I was done I found I had the same amount of free room as before I started but a bunch of things were now holding down space in a different spot..

Sounds exactly like my attempts to gain floor space. I just move "stuff" from one place another...

How are you doing ? Hoping the recovery is near complete now...

67C10Step · 02-23-2026, 11:55 AM

Went to lend a hand at my daughter and son-in-laws new to them house over the weekend. 25-30 foot tall dead tree hanging over the driveway was my main target. Me and the SIL had it down, cut up, and loaded on my trailer in about 1.5 hours. No houses or cars were hit so it was a good morning. Little bit of creative roping got the big limbs directed and off so the main trunk was a breeze. It was hollow so they dodged a big bullet at some point in the future.

Worked on a KDX 200 project a bit on Sunday. Getting closer to a first ride.

67C10Step · 02-23-2026, 12:15 PM

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**Getter-Done** · 02-23-2026, 11:04 PM

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Originally Posted by 67C10Step

Went to lend a hand at my daughter and son-in-laws new to them house over the weekend. 25-30 foot tall dead tree hanging over the driveway was my main target. Me and the SIL had it down, cut up, and loaded on my trailer in about 1.5 hours. No houses or cars were hit so it was a good morning. Little bit of creative roping got the big limbs directed and off so the main trunk was a breeze. It was hollow so they dodged a bit bullet at some point in the future.

Worked on a KDX 200 project a bit on Sunday. Getting closer to a first ride.

Great that the Trees did not cause any property damage.

I have a Few I need to cut soon.

So they don't cost me money.

**Boog** · 02-24-2026, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Lost in the 60's

Sounds exactly like my attempts to gain floor space. I just move "stuff" from one place another...

How are you doing ? Hoping the recovery is near complete now...

Well, it's not done with me yet. Been 5 months now. It's slowly clearing up. Thanks.

my56chevytruck · 02-24-2026, 10:22 AM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

Today I added the signs to my Conex collection.

I use magnets to hold them up , works great!

nice collection of signs

**MJN** · 02-24-2026, 11:20 AM

My 8 year old son has gotten into model trains recently so we've been working on a small layout in our spare time. Gave me an excuse to get out my old trains and relive my childhood a bit too. Its pretty basic right now and its a bit overwhelming learning what has changed in the last 30-some years with controls. Its just a DC setup, not sure we'll jump to DCC unless he really wants to get serious but for now it's all for fun and helping him learn some electronics and train stuff too.

67C10Step · 02-24-2026, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Getter-Done

Great that the Trees did not cause any property damage.

I have a Few I need to cut soon.

So they don't cost me money.

I have a number of dead Ash thanks to the stupid emerald borer beetle that need to come down. Cut any that would have gotten on the house last year before it was built so now it's just those that would get across the drive and a few other areas.

**3757chevy** · 02-24-2026, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by my56chevytruck

nice collection of signs

Thanks! Here's a couple not up yet.

**LockDoc** · 02-24-2026, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by MJN

My 8 year old son has gotten into model trains recently so we've been working on a small layout in our spare time. Gave me an excuse to get out my old trains and relive my childhood a bit too. Its pretty basic right now and its a bit overwhelming learning what has changed in the last 30-some years with controls. Its just a DC setup, not sure we'll jump to DCC unless he really wants to get serious but for now it's all for fun and helping him learn some electronics and train stuff too.

I have a few trains myself. Good hobby....

BRL · 02-26-2026, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by BRL

...Now I can watch TV on my phone...

The phone didn't provide a big enough picture so I installed a new TV.

**Boog** · 02-26-2026, 07:16 PM

CG · 02-26-2026, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by BRL

The phone didn't provide a big enough picture so I installed a new TV.

I dont think Ive ever watched this movie ... Maybe seen bits and pieces?

67C10Step · 03-02-2026, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by BRL

The phone didn't provide a big enough picture so I installed a new TV.

Did this exact thing in my new shop area. Can watch my youtube videos on a bigger screen and also like to watch some of my favorite old Motortrend guys while I am wrenching out there.

72c20customcamper · 03-02-2026, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 3757chevy

I went to Hobby Lobby with my Wife Today and found a couple of metal signs I had to have.

I have the red white and blue one and this one . Looks better in the dark when lit up

72c20customcamper · 03-02-2026, 06:00 PM

My daughter had this one made up . Guess AI didnt have 68 grills or hood hard to get a picture without reflections in the glass . Bottom original picture for reference

**Lost in the 60's** · 03-04-2026, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

I have the red white and blue one and this one . Looks better in the dark when lit up

OK, where do I get one of these ???? MUST HAVE...

02-21-2026, 11:12 AM	#6652
yuccales Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 4,048	Re: What did you do today not on your truck... Shoveled the truck out while my helper assisted. Attached Images

02-22-2026, 01:00 AM	#6654
BRL Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Tahuya WA Posts: 947	Re: What did you do today not on your truck... Motivated myself to get up into that freezing garage and start tinkering with the bug after letting it sit for over 6 years, it needs brakes all the way around and a master cylinder installed. I have all the parts the only thing lacking was motivation but I figured out that I could move my Wi-Fi up to the garage by just carrying it up from the cabin, no 100ft. HDMI cord needed. Now I can watch TV on my phone while I'm freezing. Actually it ain't that cold I'm just a cheapskate sissy. Attached Images

02-22-2026, 01:37 AM	#6655
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,496	Re: What did you do today not on your truck... I went to Hobby Lobby with my Wife Today and found a couple of metal signs I had to have. Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021-partially bought back 2024) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

02-23-2026, 01:59 AM	#6657
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,496	Re: What did you do today not on your truck... Today I added the signs to my Conex collection. I use magnets to hold them up , works great! Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021-partially bought back 2024) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

02-23-2026, 08:30 AM	#6658
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 14,116	Re: What did you do today not on your truck... Spent a few hours in the shop "cleaning up". When I was done I found I had the same amount of free room as before I started but a bunch of things were now holding down space in a different spot.. __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver 'primer is finer' Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

02-23-2026, 11:55 AM	#6660
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Yellville, AR Posts: 2,584	Re: What did you do today not on your truck... Went to lend a hand at my daughter and son-in-laws new to them house over the weekend. 25-30 foot tall dead tree hanging over the driveway was my main target. Me and the SIL had it down, cut up, and loaded on my trailer in about 1.5 hours. No houses or cars were hit so it was a good morning. Little bit of creative roping got the big limbs directed and off so the main trunk was a breeze. It was hollow so they dodged a big bullet at some point in the future. Worked on a KDX 200 project a bit on Sunday. Getting closer to a first ride. __________________ 1967 C10 1997 Ford Ranger 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra Last edited by 67C10Step; 02-24-2026 at 12:36 PM.

02-23-2026, 12:15 PM	#6661
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Yellville, AR Posts: 2,584	Re: What did you do today not on your truck... .. __________________ 1967 C10 1997 Ford Ranger 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra Last edited by 67C10Step; 02-23-2026 at 12:16 PM. Reason: Double Post

02-24-2026, 11:20 AM	#6665
MJN Registered User Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Maquoketa, Ia/ Orr, Mn Posts: 3,257	Re: What did you do today not on your truck... My 8 year old son has gotten into model trains recently so we've been working on a small layout in our spare time. Gave me an excuse to get out my old trains and relive my childhood a bit too. Its pretty basic right now and its a bit overwhelming learning what has changed in the last 30-some years with controls. Its just a DC setup, not sure we'll jump to DCC unless he really wants to get serious but for now it's all for fun and helping him learn some electronics and train stuff too. Attached Images __________________ '51 South Bend Model "9A" '56 Chevy 3600 NAPCO '74 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20-restored on 37's '72 GMC Sierra Custom K2500- in progress '08 GMC Envoy Denali '12 GMC Sierra 2500HD Denali '17 GMC Yukon XL VCCA member #58596 http://www.nohrco.com

02-26-2026, 07:16 PM	#6670
Boog laying low Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Searcy, Ark. USA Posts: 14,116	Re: What did you do today not on your truck... __________________ Boog 69 Chevy stepside, 358/T350, 4.11 posi, 4.5/4 drop, rallys, poboy driver 'primer is finer' Tahoe, Yukon & GMC Crewcab All GM..'nuff said. I stand for the flag and kneel at the cross

03-02-2026, 06:00 PM	#6674
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 9,481	Re: What did you do today not on your truck... My daughter had this one made up . Guess AI didnt have 68 grills or hood hard to get a picture without reflections in the glass . Bottom original picture for reference Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.



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