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Newc1Tun · 11-29-2007, 09:48 PM

Hey folks,

Just wanted to say hello to everyone. I’m new to this board but I'm not new to old chevys. I've had a 71 Blazer and an 80 C20 in the past. I just recently(last two weeks) picked up a K30. It's a 78 1 Ton Duelly 4x4 double cab with the 350/SM465/NP205 running the D60/D70s. I've attached some pictures for your perusal.

I have a couple of questions that I'm hoping you all might be able to help me with:

1. I need to replace the rubber guide channels for the front windows. It takes 2 hands and some elbow grease to roll them up and down. Who makes a good set that will last. Or does it make sense after 30 years of use to replace the whole mechanism?

2. Wiring diagram. Do any of you have a wiring diagram? The PO was in the midst of adding on an AC system that I need to remove. But currently the heater motor doesn't work either.

3. I'd also like to, some day, do a SM465/TH400 swap. Besides the standard adapter and cross member hassles, are there any other major issues?

Here she is:

Hope you all have a good day...

crazy15 · 11-29-2007, 09:59 PM

sick truck man, i dig the bumper! what make is it...

sick truck!

bigblock79 · 11-29-2007, 10:00 PM

to the board. nice truck you got there. they are a few good venders on the site. give them a shoot they will set you up

Newc1Tun · 11-29-2007, 10:22 PM

Crazy15,

Both the front and the back are Reunel. They are up in Yuba City, Ca.

Here's their website: www.reunel.com

**old Rusty C10** · 11-29-2007, 10:25 PM

very nice truck.. ive found second hand window cranks from board members here that work very well i cant see spending the money from the vendors but you have to be a suscribing member to post a wtb thread ( its the best money youll spend regarding these trucks) otherwise LMC sells repro ones

crazy15 · 11-29-2007, 10:27 PM

cheers!

Robert1970C20rstbukt · 11-29-2007, 11:32 PM

Awesome crewcab! Your best bet would be to try to grease the mechanism and if that doesn't work they'll probably need replacing.

C10-Driver · 11-29-2007, 11:48 PM

Welcome to the boards. Doesn't look like much is going to slow your truck down... Looks great.

77GMCTruck · 11-30-2007, 11:32 AM

That front bumper and brush guard is awesome! Great looking truck and welcome to the boards.

abebummy26 · 11-30-2007, 11:47 AM

That is sweet I love one tons have fun with it.

chev74 · 11-30-2007, 11:48 AM

WHY do you want to get rid of the SM465?!?!? its a troublefree, bulletproof tranny!

wedgemon · 11-30-2007, 12:25 PM

Hello from over the hill! Wanna trade for a 73 Blazer??

Diggin the Dually!!

- Dave

Newc1Tun · 11-30-2007, 04:21 PM

Chev74,

I agree the 465 is all that and more. However, my wife likes the truck too much to let only me drive it. With a soaking wet 100lb 4'11'' frame, she struggles muscling the 465 around.

OJOE · 11-30-2007, 06:48 PM

welcome from montgomery, al

chev74 · 11-30-2007, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Newc1Tun

Chev74,

I agree the 465 is all that and more. However, my wife likes the truck too much to let only me drive it. With a soaking wet 100lb 4'11'' frame, she struggles muscling the 465 around.

I understand. I have me a little gal too, i dont let her drive it though...

72BlckButy · 11-30-2007, 08:20 PM

to the board from Mid-MO!!!

Nice looking crew-ually!

11-29-2007, 09:48 PM	#1
Newc1Tun Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Newcastle California Posts: 3	New to the 73-87 pickup board Hey folks, Just wanted to say hello to everyone. I’m new to this board but I'm not new to old chevys. I've had a 71 Blazer and an 80 C20 in the past. I just recently(last two weeks) picked up a K30. It's a 78 1 Ton Duelly 4x4 double cab with the 350/SM465/NP205 running the D60/D70s. I've attached some pictures for your perusal. I have a couple of questions that I'm hoping you all might be able to help me with: 1. I need to replace the rubber guide channels for the front windows. It takes 2 hands and some elbow grease to roll them up and down. Who makes a good set that will last. Or does it make sense after 30 years of use to replace the whole mechanism? 2. Wiring diagram. Do any of you have a wiring diagram? The PO was in the midst of adding on an AC system that I need to remove. But currently the heater motor doesn't work either. 3. I'd also like to, some day, do a SM465/TH400 swap. Besides the standard adapter and cross member hassles, are there any other major issues? Here she is: Hope you all have a good day...

11-29-2007, 09:59 PM	#2
crazy15 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Los Gatos, California Posts: 10	Re: New to the 73-87 pickup board sick truck man, i dig the bumper! what make is it... sick truck!

11-29-2007, 10:00 PM	#3
bigblock79 67 Chevy Stepside Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Jonesville NC Posts: 836	Re: New to the 73-87 pickup board to the board. nice truck you got there. they are a few good venders on the site. give them a shoot they will set you up __________________ 1967 Chevy stepside 1976 BIG DOOLEY 454 turbo 400 4:11

11-29-2007, 10:22 PM	#4
Newc1Tun Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Newcastle California Posts: 3	Re: New to the 73-87 pickup board Crazy15, Both the front and the back are Reunel. They are up in Yuba City, Ca. Here's their website: www.reunel.com Last edited by Newc1Tun; 11-29-2007 at 10:23 PM.

11-29-2007, 10:25 PM	#5
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	Re: New to the 73-87 pickup board very nice truck.. ive found second hand window cranks from board members here that work very well i cant see spending the money from the vendors but you have to be a suscribing member to post a wtb thread ( its the best money youll spend regarding these trucks) otherwise LMC sells repro ones __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

11-29-2007, 10:27 PM	#6
crazy15 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Los Gatos, California Posts: 10	Re: New to the 73-87 pickup board cheers!

11-29-2007, 11:32 PM	#7
Robert1970C20rstbukt Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Beeville, Texas Posts: 1,943	Re: New to the 73-87 pickup board Awesome crewcab! Your best bet would be to try to grease the mechanism and if that doesn't work they'll probably need replacing. __________________ RJD 1984 Chevrolet C30 welding truck 454/SM465 1977 GMC C15 pickup 350/TH350 1970 Chevrolet C20 pickup 350/TH400 1970 Chevrolet K20 Suburban 454/TH350 1969 GMC 8500 478M V6/5 spd winch truck

11-29-2007, 11:48 PM	#8
C10-Driver Chevy Truck Addict Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Kelowna, BC Posts: 1,176	Re: New to the 73-87 pickup board Welcome to the boards. Doesn't look like much is going to slow your truck down... Looks great. __________________ . 1970 Chev C/10 SWB, 355 SBC, 700R4, 3.73 Posi, Air Ride (Click to view Build Thread) (SOLD) 1978 Chevy C/10 SWB 1970 Pontiac Lemans .

11-30-2007, 11:32 AM	#9
77GMCTruck Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Birmingham, Alabama Posts: 87	Re: New to the 73-87 pickup board That front bumper and brush guard is awesome! Great looking truck and welcome to the boards.

11-30-2007, 11:47 AM	#10
abebummy26 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: New Haven, MO Posts: 1,243	Re: New to the 73-87 pickup board That is sweet I love one tons have fun with it. __________________ -Lincoln 1987 GMC S15 (soon to be a chevy clone) 2.5l, 4 speed, no ps, no pb, no ac Silence is golden, but duct tape is silver. Spoken by Cletus the hillbilly I like stickers... a whole bunch. Last edited by abebummy26; 11-30-2007 at 06:26 PM. Reason: sp

11-30-2007, 11:48 AM	#11
chev74 Addicted to Chevy Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Tyler, Tx Posts: 857	Re: New to the 73-87 pickup board WHY do you want to get rid of the SM465?!?!? its a troublefree, bulletproof tranny!

11-30-2007, 12:25 PM	#12
wedgemon Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Spanish Springs, NV Posts: 1,171	Re: New to the 73-87 pickup board Hello from over the hill! Wanna trade for a 73 Blazer?? Diggin the Dually!! - Dave __________________ 2003 Silverado K1500 Z71 - Arrival Blue 1973 K5 Cheyenne Blazer 350/TH350/NP203 Kids Trucks:92 K1500 Blazer 5.7/700R4 4" lift. RETIRED: 1980 Scottsdale 4x4 Founding Member: "TILT WHEEL BELLY." Club

11-30-2007, 04:21 PM	#13
Newc1Tun Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Newcastle California Posts: 3	Re: New to the 73-87 pickup board Chev74, I agree the 465 is all that and more. However, my wife likes the truck too much to let only me drive it. With a soaking wet 100lb 4'11'' frame, she struggles muscling the 465 around.

11-30-2007, 06:48 PM	#14
OJOE Crew Cut Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: MONTGOMERY,AL Posts: 757	Re: New to the 73-87 pickup board welcome from montgomery, al __________________ 85 SWB 1/2 TON CREWCAB/5.3 03 CHEV 3500 DURAMAX CREW CAB 85 CHEV SWB/TPI 06 CHEV TAHOE (WIFES) 30 MODEL A HOT ROD 07 HARLEY DAVIDSON BAGGER 09 STREET GLIDE AN D A LOT MORE JUNK

11-30-2007, 08:20 PM	#16
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: New to the 73-87 pickup board to the board from Mid-MO!!! Nice looking crew-ually! __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)



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