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Moloko · 10-19-2002, 08:20 PM

As of today I bought a 1967 Chevy C/10 Stepside for the large amount of 200 dollars. It has a straight 6, manual everything, and 3 spd converted to floor shift. Has a few questions to start;

1. Can I use a late 70's HEI 6cyl distributer in this engine? If so what else do I have to change?

2. Is it legal to turn the exhaust out to before the rear wheels? It leaks right around the axle and i dont want to have a whole exhaust put on.

3. What the heck is my shift pattern? It didnt seem to care what gear I started in, but I cant tell which gear is first.

4. What are some catalogs that I should order (must be free)

Thanks, I'll post a picture soon

Blue_71 · 10-19-2002, 08:26 PM

R_2
1 3
that SHOULD be the shift pattern, if it was installed correctly.

hei- yes as long as its not a computer version (believe those are late 80s)

exhaust-- i dont see why not

and last of all, welcome from KY

PushinPebbles · 10-19-2002, 08:29 PM

i can answer # 2 and say that as long as he exhuast exits behind the passenger area it is fine

welcome!!! to the board this is very addictive and try to stay away from the shady people like randy, crazy longhorn, and longhornmail (especially) and a few others becuase they have a few nuts missing lol j/p oh yeah watch the younger gen like me( 15) ahhh hell watch us alll we are a crazy family

Moloko · 10-19-2002, 08:38 PM

Well I know for a fact that its;

? ?
? R

I think upper left is third?

Blue_71 · 10-19-2002, 08:44 PM

that is TOTALLY installed backwards

ive got a floor shifter in my truck.. yours is:
3_1
2 R
if i had to guess, concidering R and 1 work off the same rod and 2 and 3 off the same rod.. would you like pics of how mine is set up? i can get one tomarow if you need it

Moloko · 10-19-2002, 08:48 PM

Will any auto go right in? Like proper tailshaft length etc? Im about to have a powerglide spair that im pulling out of my chevelle.

Blue_71 · 10-19-2002, 08:58 PM

i think a short tail TH350 will, but im not sure about the powerglide... but you know they are called slushboxes for a reason

just kiddin, i just dont like autos for my trucks

Moloko · 10-19-2002, 09:26 PM

Ok well next question, I want to change the oil tomarow, how many quarts does it take? I would check the manual but there isnt even a glove box, much less a manual

Gordo · 10-19-2002, 10:39 PM

Welcome from Connecticut! In Ct the exhaust must extend behind cab 18" and if you register the truck as a camper it has to exit past the rear wheels. Engine oil change should take 5 qts with filter.

**Tim Christian** · 10-19-2002, 11:13 PM

A Big Tennessee Howdy-Do!!!! Also E-mail me your address and I will mail you a catalog.

Longhorn Man · 10-19-2002, 11:47 PM

When you wire up your HEI ignition, you'll need to run a new power wire for the coil. Don't use the power from your old coil, it is only about 6 to 8 volts. Just runa wire from the IGN UNFUSED terminal on your fuse box, and run it to the COIL connection on your cap.
Welcome from Ohio.
Oh, and PushinPebbles, real funny...
Don't listen to PushinPebbles...he don't know what he's talking about. (heh heh heh) Just messin.

Blue_71 · 10-19-2002, 11:48 PM

run it to the bat terminal on the cap, i dont know what kind of cap you got andy but mine dont have a coil terminal

Longhorn Man · 10-19-2002, 11:51 PM

D@mn...hanks Josh. I'm going on 3 hrs of sleep last night and been up for 17 hrs on that short nap.

Blue_71 · 10-19-2002, 11:54 PM

welcome

always on your replies watching for mistakes :p hehe.
never know when your gonna find some good ammo

Hooter · 10-19-2002, 11:57 PM

Hey welcome to the board from the Kootenays, It seems like the shift pattern on your tranny (from Other posts) is backwards but who cares then you would be the only one that could drive thing thing anyways, REDNECK antitheft!

oleblue72 · 10-20-2002, 12:24 AM

200 bucks. That's a great price. It will be fun fixin' it up. Make sure you ck prices and quality from who ever you order parts from. Good Luck.
I got some friends up in Pittsburg, beautiful state PA.

Welcome Aboard!

firstgencamaros · 10-20-2002, 01:08 AM

Welcome to the board!

**Palf70Step** · 10-20-2002, 08:53 AM

It's been a long time, but PA was real stick about modifing vehicle exhausts. I'd check with a local inspoection station before I ran it before the real wheels. Some of the others board members who are still in PA could tell you more than I can though. I know the fines were pretty stiff for violations and I wouldn't want the hassle.

Check first.

Rusty 6 · 10-20-2002, 11:31 AM

Sounds like you've got a similar truck to my 72 C/10. Its got a later model 250 six installed with the 3 on the tree behind it.
Sounds like your shift rods are crossed up. I've never tried starting off in second gear but I guess its possible .

Moloko · 10-20-2002, 06:43 PM

Start off in 2nd? hell i started out in 3rd and the truck didnt seem to care. It needs a tune-up bad, some fool put autolites in... oh about 20 years ago and they are still in there. I just noticed the lack of a harmonic balancer, how do I set the timing on this crazy thing? Oh, and my engine block has the number 282 or 292 on it, does that help to figure out what engine I have?

chevy2racr · 10-20-2002, 09:07 PM

I dunn about older autolites, but theres nothing wrong with newer ones. thats what we run in our 720HP drag car.and it's what we'll use when is 900+ next fall

and think about it, you can buy them at wal-mart!!!

Moloko · 10-20-2002, 09:07 PM

Here are some pictures;

10 bucks of primer sure do help.

chevyman 68 C/10 · 10-20-2002, 09:08 PM

Welcome!!!!!!!

Moloko · 10-20-2002, 10:12 PM

Another question... what should I gap the plugs to?

weasel29gm · 10-20-2002, 10:13 PM

Howdy, have fun with your truck!!!!!!!!!

10-19-2002, 08:20 PM	#1
Moloko Hoarding Rusty Objects Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Slatington, PA Posts: 267	Just saying Hi; new truck owner. As of today I bought a 1967 Chevy C/10 Stepside for the large amount of 200 dollars. It has a straight 6, manual everything, and 3 spd converted to floor shift. Has a few questions to start; 1. Can I use a late 70's HEI 6cyl distributer in this engine? If so what else do I have to change? 2. Is it legal to turn the exhaust out to before the rear wheels? It leaks right around the axle and i dont want to have a whole exhaust put on. 3. What the heck is my shift pattern? It didnt seem to care what gear I started in, but I cant tell which gear is first. 4. What are some catalogs that I should order (must be free) Thanks, I'll post a picture soon __________________ 1985 Chevrolet K20 Silverado 1994 GMC Yukon Follow me on Youtube! - http://www.youtube.com/user/FuelInjectionSucks

10-19-2002, 08:29 PM	#3
PushinPebbles My dad's 68 Join Date: May 2002 Location: VA Posts: 444	i can answer # 2 and say that as long as he exhuast exits behind the passenger area it is fine welcome!!! to the board this is very addictive and try to stay away from the shady people like randy, crazy longhorn, and longhornmail (especially) and a few others becuase they have a few nuts missing lol j/p oh yeah watch the younger gen like me( 15) ahhh hell watch us alll we are a crazy family __________________ Jack M. 67 C-10 SWB 355 built T-350 tranny hurst shifter 17x8in KMC's on michelins, clear tails and back up lights slammedUPDATE i have decided on my bag setup and will post further info when i recieve all the parts **************************** 88 1/2 ton suburban 4x4 350/700R-4having a 9 in lift w/ 38 in tires 4 12 inch Lightning Audios *************************** 87 silverado 3/4ton jacked up 10-12 inches black and rubberized bed coating 35 in michelans ************************** Dad's truck 68 C-10 stepside, 468 BB, tubbed, weld wheels, Nason black,lots more **************************** grand dads truck 68 C-10 stepside fuel inj. 350/700R-4soon in audi silver **************************** 84 toyota pickup 22R 5 speed 2WD slammed, shaved and all the body lines filled w/ buickGN scoop,bout to be sprayed in 2003 mustang green metallic w/ silver flames **************************** S/N=BIGGYTYME@aol.com (hydros) "No fat chics, truck will scrape"

10-19-2002, 08:38 PM	#4
Moloko Hoarding Rusty Objects Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Slatington, PA Posts: 267	Well I know for a fact that its; ? ? ? R I think upper left is third? __________________ 1985 Chevrolet K20 Silverado 1994 GMC Yukon Follow me on Youtube! - http://www.youtube.com/user/FuelInjectionSucks

10-19-2002, 08:48 PM	#6
Moloko Hoarding Rusty Objects Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Slatington, PA Posts: 267	Will any auto go right in? Like proper tailshaft length etc? Im about to have a powerglide spair that im pulling out of my chevelle. __________________ 1985 Chevrolet K20 Silverado 1994 GMC Yukon Follow me on Youtube! - http://www.youtube.com/user/FuelInjectionSucks

10-19-2002, 09:26 PM	#8
Moloko Hoarding Rusty Objects Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Slatington, PA Posts: 267	Ok well next question, I want to change the oil tomarow, how many quarts does it take? I would check the manual but there isnt even a glove box, much less a manual __________________ 1985 Chevrolet K20 Silverado 1994 GMC Yukon Follow me on Youtube! - http://www.youtube.com/user/FuelInjectionSucks

10-19-2002, 10:39 PM	#9
Gordo Registered User Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Killingworth, CT. USA Posts: 3,378	Welcome from Connecticut! In Ct the exhaust must extend behind cab 18" and if you register the truck as a camper it has to exit past the rear wheels. Engine oil change should take 5 qts with filter. __________________ 1971 C10 swb stepside 350/700R4/3.73posi (retired as of 4/22/03) 1998 S10 short bed 2002 S10 Blazer 1942 Oldsmobile 1958 Massey Harris Pony 1951 Wife Killingworth, Connecticut May those who love us, love us, any of those who do not love us, may God turn their hearts. And if God is unable to turn their hearts, may he turn their ankles so we may know them by their limping. A man who works with his hands is a laborer; a man who works with his hands and his brain is a craftsman; but a man who works with his hands and his brain and his heart is an artist.

10-19-2002, 11:13 PM	#10
Tim Christian Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: TN/VA Posts: 6,388	A Big Tennessee Howdy-Do!!!! Also E-mail me your address and I will mail you a catalog.

10-19-2002, 11:47 PM	#11
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	When you wire up your HEI ignition, you'll need to run a new power wire for the coil. Don't use the power from your old coil, it is only about 6 to 8 volts. Just runa wire from the IGN UNFUSED terminal on your fuse box, and run it to the COIL connection on your cap. Welcome from Ohio. Oh, and PushinPebbles, real funny... Don't listen to PushinPebbles...he don't know what he's talking about. (heh heh heh) Just messin.

10-19-2002, 11:51 PM	#13
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	D@mn...hanks Josh. I'm going on 3 hrs of sleep last night and been up for 17 hrs on that short nap.

10-19-2002, 11:57 PM	#15
Hooter My other Love Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Castlegar B.C. Canada Posts: 4,085	Hey welcome to the board from the Kootenays, It seems like the shift pattern on your tranny (from Other posts) is backwards but who cares then you would be the only one that could drive thing thing anyways, REDNECK antitheft! __________________ Castlegar B.C.The great white North (Canada Eh!) Hooter_5@hotmail.com First generation Monte Carlo club pictures of my life

10-20-2002, 12:24 AM	#16
oleblue72 No, U Da Man! Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Southaven, MS Posts: 284	200 bucks. That's a great price. It will be fun fixin' it up. Make sure you ck prices and quality from who ever you order parts from. Good Luck. I got some friends up in Pittsburg, beautiful state PA. Welcome Aboard! __________________ (sold ole blue 1972) 1997 Dodge 1500 5.9L 1996 Saturn SL2 1.9L 2002 Mitsubishi Montero 3.0L 2005 Ford Escape 3.0L *1967 Olds Vista Cruiser 330-320HP*

10-20-2002, 01:08 AM	#17
firstgencamaros Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Gilbert, AZ Posts: 151	Welcome to the board! __________________ FGC

10-20-2002, 08:53 AM	#18
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,820	It's been a long time, but PA was real stick about modifing vehicle exhausts. I'd check with a local inspoection station before I ran it before the real wheels. Some of the others board members who are still in PA could tell you more than I can though. I know the fines were pretty stiff for violations and I wouldn't want the hassle. Check first. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

10-20-2002, 11:31 AM	#19
Rusty 6 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: See above Posts: 3	Sounds like you've got a similar truck to my 72 C/10. Its got a later model 250 six installed with the 3 on the tree behind it. Sounds like your shift rods are crossed up. I've never tried starting off in second gear but I guess its possible . __________________ Rusty 6

10-20-2002, 06:43 PM	#20
Moloko Hoarding Rusty Objects Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Slatington, PA Posts: 267	Start off in 2nd? hell i started out in 3rd and the truck didnt seem to care. It needs a tune-up bad, some fool put autolites in... oh about 20 years ago and they are still in there. I just noticed the lack of a harmonic balancer, how do I set the timing on this crazy thing? Oh, and my engine block has the number 282 or 292 on it, does that help to figure out what engine I have? __________________ 1985 Chevrolet K20 Silverado 1994 GMC Yukon Follow me on Youtube! - http://www.youtube.com/user/FuelInjectionSucks



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10-20-2002, 09:07 PM	#21
chevy2racr So Many Ideas, So Little Money Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Marshalltown, IA Posts: 1,610	I dunn about older autolites, but theres nothing wrong with newer ones. thats what we run in our 720HP drag car.and it's what we'll use when is 900+ next fall and think about it, you can buy them at wal-mart!!! __________________ 72 Blazer 3/4 ton running gear 4.10s NP205/TH350 350 4in lift half doors 71 C10 with 454 99 S-10 5.1L SBC 700R4 09 Malibu Marshalltown, Iowa

10-20-2002, 09:07 PM	#22
Moloko Hoarding Rusty Objects Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Slatington, PA Posts: 267	Here are some pictures; 10 bucks of primer sure do help. __________________ 1985 Chevrolet K20 Silverado 1994 GMC Yukon Follow me on Youtube! - http://www.youtube.com/user/FuelInjectionSucks Last edited by Moloko; 10-20-2002 at 09:26 PM.

10-20-2002, 09:08 PM	#23
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10-20-2002, 10:12 PM	#24
Moloko Hoarding Rusty Objects Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Slatington, PA Posts: 267	Another question... what should I gap the plugs to? __________________ 1985 Chevrolet K20 Silverado 1994 GMC Yukon Follow me on Youtube! - http://www.youtube.com/user/FuelInjectionSucks

10-20-2002, 10:13 PM	#25
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