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72bbblu · 06-12-2014, 05:50 PM

New to this forum...belong to many others. I found out how valuable a resource a good forum can be when I did a frame off on my '68 vette roadster. I just picked up a '72 C10 Delux LWB fleetside 350/th350. It's a two owner truck with 92k miles. The gentleman who owned the truck is in his 80's and had not driven it for at least three years. She needs brake work, runs a bit rough but is a very solid truck.

I'm starting by changing all the fluids/filters and sorting out the brakes. The diaphragm was shot in the fuel pump so that goes in tomorrow. From there, I want to get it to 'solid running' status. That will involve ignition/carb work and seeing where I stand with the factory four seasons air conditioning.

When I restored the vette, some of the corvette parts houses put together a vacuum kit that had all the correct hoses, check valves, etc. along with a diagram for routing/location. This truck is not the vacuum addict the vette was, but I know vacuum affects power brake booster, transmission, A/C, timing, PCV and probably a dozen other things I don't know. Do you know where a vacuum diagram could be had? Are there any vendors who generally carry all the vacuum pieces and maybe even have a kit?

This truck is so original, I'm seriously considering going back to pure stock. I may do a few things which can easily be remedied (wheels and headers/exhaust come to mind) but I'm headed toward ending up with a sweet original ride.

Thanks for any help you can provide.

alsriv2 · 06-12-2014, 06:01 PM

Welcome to the Forum!

Please post some pictures of your new truck. There are many members here that will be happy to help with your questions. The vacuum systems on these trucks are basic simple things that will be easy to troubleshoot. Someone will be able to provide that diagram for you.

flashed · 06-12-2014, 06:12 PM

Welcome from another 72 owner ,where is Lavonia ? Im north of Atlanta a ways . I dont know where to get the parts you need but I bet any NAPA or even Rock Auto would have them. RockAuto would be less expensive .

502ms · 06-13-2014, 05:25 AM

Welcome!

**RenoKeene** · 06-13-2014, 08:01 AM

Welcome from Florida also!

**LockDoc** · 06-13-2014, 08:15 AM

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Here's a diagram for the A/C that has been floating around....

LockDoc

**LockDoc** · 06-13-2014, 08:30 AM

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I don't know if this is still a viable source for vacuum hoses and fittings or not....

http://www.docrebuild.com/dr-r-web/PCV1.PDF

LockDoc

72bbblu · 06-13-2014, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by flashed

Welcome from another 72 owner ,where is Lavonia ? Im north of Atlanta a ways . I dont know where to get the parts you need but I bet any NAPA or even Rock Auto would have them. RockAuto would be less expensive .

I'm up I 85 on the SC border. I picked up a few feet of several sizes vacuum line yesterday and will start replacing as I go. We have a major Autozone distribution center here with a retail store in front. I can get most anything they have very quickly.

Thanks for the welcome.

More people should know about the camaraderie and willingness to help that you get from joining a forum.

72bbblu · 06-13-2014, 11:38 AM

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Originally Posted by LockDoc

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I don't know if this is still a viable source for vacuum hoses and fittings or not....

http://www.docrebuild.com/dr-r-web/PCV1.PDF

LockDoc

That is a fine memory for me. I used the Doc for a lot of my other build parts. You are right. He has all the vacuum stuff I needed before. I think he's where I got the complete kit for the vette along with a laminated diagram of the complete vacuum system in the whole car. I guess I thought he was vette specific. I'll have a second look.

Tinkermc · 06-13-2014, 05:11 PM

Welcome to the Forum and someone should have mentioned = weed need pictures

72bbblu · 06-13-2014, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Tinkermc

Welcome to the Forum and someone should have mentioned = weed need pictures

Yeah, yeah.....I hear ya! I just hit her with the pressure washer to knock the heavy junk off and pulled her into the shop. I'll post some pics when I get back to her in a week or so. At Atlanta airport now picking up week long visitors. They don't know they are in the way of progress!

**70cst** · 06-14-2014, 02:36 AM

Hey 72bbblu
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to the forums and

from Ohio.

As said ... we luv pics

72bbblu · 06-20-2014, 01:37 PM

Here is a shot I took of BayBee Blu the day I trailered it home. The hood isn't rusty, it's many years of dirt accumulation. There's actually fungus growing in the white paint on the drivers side cab roof. That will all clean up nicely.

I'm excited to get started.

flashed · 06-20-2014, 02:40 PM

Such a tease with only one picture but that is a very nice looking truck ,cant wait to see more.

06-12-2014, 05:50 PM	#1
72bbblu Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Lavonia, Ga Posts: 19	Another Noob with a '72 New to this forum...belong to many others. I found out how valuable a resource a good forum can be when I did a frame off on my '68 vette roadster. I just picked up a '72 C10 Delux LWB fleetside 350/th350. It's a two owner truck with 92k miles. The gentleman who owned the truck is in his 80's and had not driven it for at least three years. She needs brake work, runs a bit rough but is a very solid truck. I'm starting by changing all the fluids/filters and sorting out the brakes. The diaphragm was shot in the fuel pump so that goes in tomorrow. From there, I want to get it to 'solid running' status. That will involve ignition/carb work and seeing where I stand with the factory four seasons air conditioning. When I restored the vette, some of the corvette parts houses put together a vacuum kit that had all the correct hoses, check valves, etc. along with a diagram for routing/location. This truck is not the vacuum addict the vette was, but I know vacuum affects power brake booster, transmission, A/C, timing, PCV and probably a dozen other things I don't know. Do you know where a vacuum diagram could be had? Are there any vendors who generally carry all the vacuum pieces and maybe even have a kit? This truck is so original, I'm seriously considering going back to pure stock. I may do a few things which can easily be remedied (wheels and headers/exhaust come to mind) but I'm headed toward ending up with a sweet original ride. Thanks for any help you can provide.

06-12-2014, 06:01 PM	#2
alsriv2 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Formerly MD and San Diego, now loving life in Arizona Posts: 1,636	Re: Another Noob with a '72 Welcome to the Forum! Please post some pictures of your new truck. There are many members here that will be happy to help with your questions. The vacuum systems on these trucks are basic simple things that will be easy to troubleshoot. Someone will be able to provide that diagram for you. __________________ Alan 2012 Ram 3500 Dually Crew Cab 6.7 Cummins 2014 Palomino Columbus 340RK 5th wheel '69 Chevy C10 396BB

06-12-2014, 06:12 PM	#3
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: Another Noob with a '72 Welcome from another 72 owner ,where is Lavonia ? Im north of Atlanta a ways . I dont know where to get the parts you need but I bet any NAPA or even Rock Auto would have them. RockAuto would be less expensive .

06-13-2014, 05:25 AM	#4
502ms Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 1,523	Re: Another Noob with a '72 Welcome! __________________ Best Regards, Leon M. Instagram: @TheDirtyDianah Bagged \| 6.0L LS \| T-56 (6-Speed Manual) \| Turbo Burnout/Rolling Video: Chevy C10 Stepside 6.0L LSx & 6-Speed Manual

06-13-2014, 08:01 AM	#5
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,021	Re: Another Noob with a '72 Welcome from Florida also! __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

06-13-2014, 08:15 AM	#6
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,393	Re: Another Noob with a '72 - Here's a diagram for the A/C that has been floating around.... LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

06-13-2014, 08:30 AM	#7
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,393	Re: Another Noob with a '72 - I don't know if this is still a viable source for vacuum hoses and fittings or not.... http://www.docrebuild.com/dr-r-web/PCV1.PDF LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

06-13-2014, 05:11 PM	#10
Tinkermc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 3,026	Re: Another Noob with a '72 Welcome to the Forum and someone should have mentioned = weed need pictures

06-14-2014, 02:36 AM	#12
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,365	Re: Another Noob with a '72 Hey 72bbblu ... to the forums and from Ohio. As said ... we luv pics __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

06-20-2014, 01:37 PM	#13
72bbblu Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Lavonia, Ga Posts: 19	Re: Another Noob with a '72 Here is a shot I took of BayBee Blu the day I trailered it home. The hood isn't rusty, it's many years of dirt accumulation. There's actually fungus growing in the white paint on the drivers side cab roof. That will all clean up nicely. I'm excited to get started. Attached Images

06-20-2014, 02:40 PM	#14
flashed Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: canton ga Posts: 12,728	Re: Another Noob with a '72 Such a tease with only one picture but that is a very nice looking truck ,cant wait to see more.



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