![]() |
![]() |
#151 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
Close up of the “little mud on the tires”.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#152 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
The dog enjoyed the ride too.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#153 |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: PNW
Posts: 3,587
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
What a great rig. I like how you always tackle whatever goes wrong and update, upgrade, and fix it. Still looks really good.
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#154 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Fairbanks, AK
Posts: 1,830
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
Truck looks great! Time to drive her more with the cheap gas!
__________________
-Marcus 1991 V3500 L29 454 4L80E NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's 1984 K30 292 TH400 NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's flat bed 7'6" Meyer Plow 2022 Silverado 3500 L8T Project Daily Driver Project Heavy Hauler Project Plow Truck |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#155 | |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
Quote:
Speaking of fixing...
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#156 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
I noticed a bit of variable rear steer a couple years ago. Found the forward bushings on the rear springs were shot.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#157 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
ORD had the poly bushings and greasable bolts to make for a lasting repair.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#158 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
This year it was time for cab bushings. 5 of the 6 bolts came out with little fuss. Then the inevitable result of wrenching on a Minnesota truck.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#159 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
With some luck and skill, I was able to use the inverted drill press and some old fashioned machinists tools to drill out the 3 + inches of remaining bolt and retap it.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#160 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
I previously saw someone post this method of lifting the cab to get them in.
Worked quite well.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#161 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
Thanks. It’s definitely nice filling the tanks at $1 something a gallon.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#162 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
Finally installed my ORD HD front shackles. Luckily all the hardware cooperated. The frame side bushings were definitely shot.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#163 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
Thinking about changing up the front end again. I need a front receiver for my winch and want to make a jib pole. Easiest way to mount that I can figure is off the plow frame I took off.
I never liked how the frame pushed the factory bumper out. It never looked quite right. I’ve got an old piece of c-channel that happens to be the right width I’m looking at using for a bumper. I can also mount my receiver to it and some shackles.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#164 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
I made a mini jib pole for the rear. It comes in handy.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#165 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Fairbanks, AK
Posts: 1,830
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
Bumper will look tough. I also hate how this vintage Meyer mount shoves the bumper out. My plow will actually contact the bumper if I’m pushing snow with it hard over. Might be worth checking clearance on that channel.
__________________
-Marcus 1991 V3500 L29 454 4L80E NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's 1984 K30 292 TH400 NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's flat bed 7'6" Meyer Plow 2022 Silverado 3500 L8T Project Daily Driver Project Heavy Hauler Project Plow Truck |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#166 | |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
Quote:
I’ll have to check the clearance. I could probably chamfer the bottom corners of the channel if needed.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
|
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#167 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
Bumper installed.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#168 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
With the winch.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#169 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
Not a lot new. Just been using as a second truck.
Decided to change up the steps.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#170 |
Registered User
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Fairbanks, AK
Posts: 1,830
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
Looks good do they bolt to the pinch weld or the frame?
__________________
-Marcus 1991 V3500 L29 454 4L80E NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's 1984 K30 292 TH400 NP205 D60/14 Bolt 4.56's flat bed 7'6" Meyer Plow 2022 Silverado 3500 L8T Project Daily Driver Project Heavy Hauler Project Plow Truck |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#171 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
They mount to the front cab mounts and by the rear spring hanger to the frame.
Good thing I took care of the body mounts earlier this year.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#172 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
Out of hibernation. 1st drive of the year.
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#173 |
Registered User
Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: Aledo, Texas
Posts: 803
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
What did you do with the old step bars ?
__________________
84 step side 87 swb |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#174 |
Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Central MN
Posts: 288
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
Got ‘em stored away. Have a couple more squares I could use them on.
They seems to multiply...
__________________
-400/400 1979 K25 350/SM465/205/44HD/14FF 1985 K20 400/400/208/10/14 1987 V10 TBI350/700R4/208/10/10 '85 Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=643968 |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
#175 |
Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: PNW
Posts: 3,587
|
Re: Minnesota Daily Driver
So funny, thought it was black until the last picture in the sun. Like it with a canopy on there.
I went back through your thread and realized that you initially got this truck just for the plow. And then with the work you and your dad put into it, it's turned into a really nice rig. |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
Bookmarks |
|
|