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**pjmoreland** · 09-28-2020, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by jsprengeler

Those heater cores are a ***** to get out! Any tips/secrets you could share?

It sure was a lot of work. I'm not sure I did anything unique on this repair. I followed various pieces of guidance I found from searching the forum. I used pieces of wood to support the hood while the hinge was removed. I removed the inner fender (I had already removed it to do some rust repair and paint). I had a hard time separating the heater box from the firewall because the previous owner had glued it on there with an excessive amount of RTV silicone. I purchased a copper/brass heater from npdlink.com based on lots of comments about the aluminum cores not fitting. I purchased a heater box seal set from GMC Paul's and glued the round seal and air box seal to the air box with weatherstrip adhesive.

**basketcase** · 09-28-2020, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by pjmoreland

It sure was a lot of work. I'm not sure I did anything unique on this repair. I followed various pieces of guidance I found from searching the forum. I used pieces of wood to support the hood while the hinge was removed. I removed the inner fender (I had already removed it to do some rust repair and paint). I had a hard time separating the heater box from the firewall because the previous owner had glued it on there with an excessive amount of RTV silicone. I purchased a copper/brass heater from npdlink.com based on lots of comments about the aluminum cores not fitting. I purchased a heater box seal set from GMC Paul's and glued the round seal and air box seal to the air box with weatherstrip adhesive.

I got lucky with mine. The truck was all apart when I got it and had 3 cores and housings
in the boxes. One tested good and was an easy install with the whole front end off the truck. I hope I never have to go back in there.

Tom

72c20customcamper · 09-28-2020, 05:33 PM

Drivers side kick my butt today . I’m used to having the passenger side worse than the drivers it this was a farm truck. So I guess all the slop ended up there. Made all the patches myself most likely would have been harder with aftermarkets also put two coats of pour 15 on the passenger side.

OregonNed · 09-28-2020, 01:20 PM

Set up for a new carburetor install. Area ready

tdangle · 09-28-2020, 01:44 PM

Finally changed throttle out to a cable. Decided to add some bling, deluxe pedal assemblies while I was at it. And new floor mats to try and hide the hole in the carpet left by the floor mounted pedal

OregonNed · 09-29-2020, 05:26 AM

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Originally Posted by tdangle

Finally changed throttle out to a cable. Decided to add some bling, deluxe pedal assemblies while I was at it. And new floor mats to try and hide the hole in the carpet left by the floor mounted pedal

Looks great!

**ohboy321** · 09-29-2020, 05:01 PM

I rented a hot power washer and de-greased the drive train and engine bay. PO's did not have a functioning PCV system and oil was misting everywhere. Now I can finally proceed with my engine update project!

72c20customcamper · 10-01-2020, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by ohboy321

I rented a hot power washer and de-greased the drive train and engine bay. PO's did not have a functioning PCV system and oil was misting everywhere. Now I can finally proceed with my engine update project!

I'm going to have to rent one of these. Need to do the 68 and in the past I've used ezoff and just my garden hose. Worked well but I haven't been able to find any oven cleaner in several stores . They've been sold out for weeks guess there's been a rush on even cleaners too

Tried engine cleaner but it really didnt work at all. The gunk stuff they must have changed the formula

Peanut74 · 09-30-2020, 07:30 PM

Did some touch up painting and painting some miscellaneous parts. I went ahead and installed the fresh air inlet doors

**BC10** · 09-30-2020, 09:55 PM

Installed Redhead power steering box. Can't wait to take it on the highway.

**Ol Blue K20** · 10-02-2020, 06:25 AM

Very nice, I'm also curious about the capacity too.

JMD · 10-02-2020, 07:38 AM

Thanks guys, it’s a 60gal tank so I have the sending unit read empty when there’s about 20 gallons remaining. Even though the tank is baffled the pump was still starving for fuel under hard acceleration and left hand turns. I might install a sump at some point but for now I’m just enjoying being able to drive more than 100 miles between fill ups.

Astro-Balls · 10-04-2020, 06:46 PM

Made a Custom Cab cover for a neighbor.

72c20customcamper · 10-04-2020, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Astro-Balls

Made a Custom Cab cover for a neighbor.

Would like to have a couple of those you should sell them .

**pjmoreland** · 10-04-2020, 09:42 PM

Installed a steel lever kit in my heater controls and replaced the defroster ducts. Got the parts from GMCPauls, and the quality is top notch on both.

Also installed some stock valve covers that I bought from Ironhorse. Still need to find a grommet for the breather.

Andy4639 · 10-05-2020, 09:38 PM

I cut down the stacks to be able to pull into my garage if I need to.

You Tube

67C10Step · 10-05-2020, 10:51 PM

Started putting the Inline Tube brake lines on my truck. Got the two rears along the rear end to the tee and flex line installed. Moving to the long line under the cab next.

OregonNed · 10-06-2020, 10:40 AM

New carb in - drove it to a cruise in last weekend and took this pic. This week I am checking timing and finishing up the set up. Went with a 500CFM on the engine. It's running great - very happy with the upgrade.

**pjmoreland** · 10-07-2020, 02:15 PM

Found what I consider to be a super nice door to replace my damaged door. I've been looking all over and everything has been excessively rusty so far. Found this one 15 minutes from my house at a private wrecking yard that's not open to the public. The guy there was super nice and helpful. I have been stressing out about being able to find a nice door, so this is a big relief.

**1971Stepside** · 10-07-2020, 03:12 PM

I just sat back and looked at it.

72c20customcamper · 10-07-2020, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by pjmoreland

Found what I consider to be a super nice door to replace my damaged door. I've been looking all over and everything has been excessively rusty so far. Found this one 15 minutes from my house at a private wrecking yard that's not open to the public. The guy there was super nice and helpful. I have been stressing out about being able to find a nice door, so this is a big relief.

Nice . I’ve been looking for a set for the 68 stepper. I bought a decent passenger door but would like rust free ones. May have to take a road trip to Phoenix to visit the cousin. And do some scrounging

**pjmoreland** · 10-07-2020, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

Nice . I’ve been looking for a set for the 68 stepper. I bought a decent passenger door but would like rust free ones. May have to take a road trip to Phoenix to visit the cousin. And do some scrounging

I can only imagine how hard it must be to find clean doors in NY

72c20customcamper · 10-07-2020, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by pjmoreland

I can only imagine how hard it must be to find clean doors in NY

Hard to find a 8 year old truck with no rust.

Andy4639 · 10-07-2020, 04:20 PM

Been wanting to get the letters shadowed now for awhile. Well today it got done and I also did the wheels on the 64 SS Impala while he was here at the house.
Those pictures will be in the general area.

Happy_dan · 10-11-2020, 12:40 PM

Found a place top mount tires on original friction ring wheels. Sanded and painted wheels and cleaned up hub caps as best I could. I will only use these for pictures and shows but I like the original look.

09-28-2020, 05:33 PM	#3
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,641	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Drivers side kick my butt today . I’m used to having the passenger side worse than the drivers it this was a farm truck. So I guess all the slop ended up there. Made all the patches myself most likely would have been harder with aftermarkets also put two coats of pour 15 on the passenger side. 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.

09-28-2020, 01:20 PM	#4
OregonNed Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Vancouver, Washington Posts: 1,644	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Set up for a new carburetor install. Area ready Attached Images __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C/10 LWB - 327, TH350 - 4/5 Drop

09-28-2020, 01:44 PM	#5
tdangle Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jurupa Valley, Ca Posts: 1,210	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Finally changed throttle out to a cable. Decided to add some bling, deluxe pedal assemblies while I was at it. And new floor mats to try and hide the hole in the carpet left by the floor mounted pedal Attached Images __________________ Terry 1970 Custom Camper/C20 , GM Crate 350/7004R, Dana 60, factory AC

09-29-2020, 05:01 PM	#7
ohboy321 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Dunbarton, NH Posts: 283	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I rented a hot power washer and de-greased the drive train and engine bay. PO's did not have a functioning PCV system and oil was misting everywhere. Now I can finally proceed with my engine update project! Attached Images __________________ Steve/NH 1967 K10 327 Short Bed Stepside 2008 F350 Power Stroke Lariat 2007 BMW X3 2023 BMW X3 M-Sport 2020 BMW 540xi M-Sport 1995 Harley FLSTC

09-30-2020, 07:30 PM	#9
Peanut74 Registered User Join Date: May 2018 Location: Prattville, AL Posts: 611	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Did some touch up painting and painting some miscellaneous parts. I went ahead and installed the fresh air inlet doors __________________ -------------------------------------------------------- 1967 C10 "Snowball" (Currently in a thousand pieces down from a bazillion) 1989 Toyota DLX pickup "The Hulk"

09-30-2020, 09:55 PM	#10
BC10 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 493	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Installed Redhead power steering box. Can't wait to take it on the highway.

10-02-2020, 06:25 AM	#11
Ol Blue K20 Proprietor of Dale's Corner Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Vacaville , CA Posts: 16,243	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Very nice, I'm also curious about the capacity too. __________________ "Some Days Chickens And Some Days Feathers" Dale XNGH ECV Sam Brannan 1004 R.I.P. 67ChevyRedneck R.I.P. Grumpy Old Man R.I.P. FleetsidePaul

10-02-2020, 07:38 AM	#12
JMD Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Grand Rapids Michigan Posts: 291	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Thanks guys, it’s a 60gal tank so I have the sending unit read empty when there’s about 20 gallons remaining. Even though the tank is baffled the pump was still starving for fuel under hard acceleration and left hand turns. I might install a sump at some point but for now I’m just enjoying being able to drive more than 100 miles between fill ups. __________________ My build thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...96#post7439296

10-04-2020, 06:46 PM	#13
Astro-Balls Registered User Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Nor Cal Posts: 822	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Made a Custom Cab cover for a neighbor. __________________ 1968 C20 Fleetside 396 4sp PS PB AC CST . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWK8GgWD4uA

10-04-2020, 09:42 PM	#15
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,791	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Installed a steel lever kit in my heater controls and replaced the defroster ducts. Got the parts from GMCPauls, and the quality is top notch on both. Also installed some stock valve covers that I bought from Ironhorse. Still need to find a grommet for the breather. Attached Images

10-05-2020, 10:51 PM	#17
67C10Step Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Beebe, AR Posts: 2,471	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Started putting the Inline Tube brake lines on my truck. Got the two rears along the rear end to the tee and flex line installed. Moving to the long line under the cab next. __________________ 1967 C10 1980 Jeep CJ5 2020 Toyota 4Runner 2024 Toyota Tundra

10-06-2020, 10:40 AM	#18
OregonNed Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Vancouver, Washington Posts: 1,644	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter New carb in - drove it to a cruise in last weekend and took this pic. This week I am checking timing and finishing up the set up. Went with a 500CFM on the engine. It's running great - very happy with the upgrade. Attached Images __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C/10 LWB - 327, TH350 - 4/5 Drop

10-07-2020, 02:15 PM	#19
pjmoreland Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: CA Posts: 5,791	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Found what I consider to be a super nice door to replace my damaged door. I've been looking all over and everything has been excessively rusty so far. Found this one 15 minutes from my house at a private wrecking yard that's not open to the public. The guy there was super nice and helpful. I have been stressing out about being able to find a nice door, so this is a big relief. Attached Images

10-07-2020, 03:12 PM	#20
1971Stepside Almost Satisfied Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,932	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I just sat back and looked at it. Attached Images __________________ 1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far."

10-07-2020, 04:20 PM	#24
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Been wanting to get the letters shadowed now for awhile. Well today it got done and I also did the wheels on the 64 SS Impala while he was here at the house. Those pictures will be in the general area. Attached Images __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.



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10-11-2020, 12:40 PM	#25
Happy_dan Registered User Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: New Boston, NH Posts: 456	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Found a place top mount tires on original friction ring wheels. Sanded and painted wheels and cleaned up hub caps as best I could. I will only use these for pictures and shows but I like the original look. __________________ 1968 C-20 CST Vermillion http://imageevent.com/happy_dan/dantoys/68c20 2019 Silverado 2012 Camaro ZL1

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