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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
more doors is like more HP right?
will the steering assist be adjustable with that setup? |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
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Yes, the steering has a manually adjustable knob which I have to mount somewhere.
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
While waiting for some small parts to arrive, I am jumped around and worked on the seat brackets. The seats are from a 2001 Tahoe. They are thicker (bulkier) than I would like but they are very comfortable for me (I have similar ones in my 2005 truck) and also fully powered including heat! Besides, paying only $50 for them, made them more attractive! Of course I have to either get a set of cover for them or just rebuild them. I also don't know if I should connect the under the cab plates to the frame or not for added security. I would be concern about vibration transfer to the cab?!
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
Thanks! It makes perfect sense to me now. It will be interesting to see what you think of it once you have some time on the road. Keep up the great work (and the amazing pics and explanations).
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
good info on how the electric steering works and the work around for making it work without a stock vehicle's modules. just curious, is there a fine tuner to get the steering wheel centered or is that an alignment issue afterwards?
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
Thank you NorCalGal. Very helpful.
There is some process which ofcourse I don't remember now (I don't this is just me getting old or something else)! I have the information buried somewhere! When I get to the wiring and start up I will post an update then.
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
So, I have been waiting for some small parts to arrive. Meanwhile, I got my new wheels and tires put together:
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
Also, I have been doing some brake work:
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
just a heads up for ya. i run the D52 calipers on the rear of a lot of my stuff, and my TJ should be light in the rear like your truck will be. a few tips ... just turn that adjustable proportioning valve down all the way and back off 1/4 turn so it doesn't stick. then even after that during soft braking around town you'll be using the rears pretty hard vs the front. they'll wear out pads quicker than you expect.
well, that assumes you use the same on the front and not some huge 6-piston |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
Before I finalize the steering box, while there is more elbow room, I wanted to finish up the headers, intake and the oil pressure gauge sending unit for a dedicate gauge. These parts are done!
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
Okay, it has been few busy weeks but now I got a chance to get back on the project.
Finalizing the steering set up. Moving the steering box couple of inches to the outside has created issue with pitman arm and drag link. The drag link gets too close to the tire and also, it doesn't line up with the spindle:
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner Last edited by Nima; 03-26-2022 at 03:41 PM. |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
So, my fix was to cut the lower section of the pitman arm and weld it 180-degree opposite! Since I wanted to be sure the pitman arm stays in one piece, I added a 1/4" angle iron as additional support:
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
not sure how things work where you are located but heating, cutting or welding a steering part is strickly forbidden where I come from in Canada. maybe check with the local authorities or your local front end shop. if you need an inspection at some point it may not pass if that is the case locally.
they do make an adjustable drag link that could be put togther as you have yours. pitman arm, maybe not. |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner Last edited by Nima; 03-26-2022 at 03:36 PM. |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
You could check and if illegal in your area you may be able to have a new Pitman arm made for you. Same for the drag link, find some ends the right size and have the center section made and use some connector sleeves from something the correct size and easily found. The taper in the Pitman arm and steering arm could also be modified to fit something readily available.
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
So, working a little bit here and there.
I just went with Heater/defrost unit from Vintageair for now since I rarely use AC. Also, I spent some time finishing the tranny tunnel.
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
So, it has been a while!
I have been able to do a little with 53 since I got involved with another LS swap! My 67. I am hoping to finish the 67 fast and get back on 53.
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
other projects happen! that's what my problem is ...
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
Okay, back on the project a little bit. Doing the enginebay wiring and also working on the coolant recovery tank by making a bracket for it:
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner |
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
Looking good! That bracket came out nice. Wiring can be so time consuming, but not too difficult once you have it all labeled. Keep the progress going
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Re: My 53 GMC 3/4 ton project
So, working on the radiator and tranny cooler braclet at the same time.
I am mounting the raidator on the outside of the rad support to create more room for my junckyard taurus fan.
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1953 GMC 3/4 ton: current project 1967 C20: 5.3 voretc with T5 conversion, 4 wheel 8 lug disc brake 1972 Nova: my 4 door sport sedan! 5.3 voretc + T5 conversion. drivable project, FUN!! 1979 Camaro Z28: 5.3 vortec conversion with build TH350: drivable project, Fun to drive 1992 Camaro RS convertible (Z28 clone): 5.3 conversion with build T5: on going project 2005 Silverado 2500, 4x4 Duramax, original owner |
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