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davepl · 02-09-2016, 06:51 PM

But not in a good way. Transmission (200-4R) caked - only moves when cold.

The irony is that two of the things I didn't do myself were rebuild the transmission and set up the TV cable/bracket/valve. Not saying I would have done it better, but after all the recent threads about doing it yourself vs having work done for you, I find it annoying and curiously satisfying that the only failure I've had is in work I didn't do myself.

So much for a professional transmission rebuild!

They also verified the TV piston position by manually removing the pan and looking at it, so I have to assume that was set up right.

cypressbog · 02-09-2016, 06:57 PM

Geeze! Hope you get her back soon!

Coley · 02-09-2016, 07:31 PM

That is one nice GMC....were those the factory colors and color arrangement Dave? (ie: white/blue/blue/white)
All Good
Coley

davepl · 02-09-2016, 08:39 PM

Yes, all factory original color scheme and paints. Other than the wheels and I guess the rear-exit exhaust, it's 100% visually stock.

**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 02-09-2016, 08:45 PM

Professional is nearly always second rate to a competent owner. I learned that a long time ago doing landscape. My water bill is $130 tops, everyone else in neighborhood tops between $300 and $600. You'd think my landscape would be second rate, but it's second to none.

davepl · 02-09-2016, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by 71CHEVYSHORTBED402

Professional is nearly always second rate to a competent owner. I learned that a long time ago doing landscape. My water bill is $130 tops, everyone else in neighborhood pays between $350 and $600. You'd think my landscape would be second rate, but it's second to none.

You make your own water? Now that's hardcore :-)

John H. · 02-09-2016, 08:52 PM

The shadow looks like you are saluting it

Tdrcreyn4 · 02-09-2016, 08:54 PM

Tow or not, I love your truck!

**71CHEVYSHORTBED402** · 02-09-2016, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by davepl

You make your own water? Now that's hardcore :-)

Heck yeah I do. Seriously though, poorly designed/assembled systems and landscape leads to big bucks during the summer months. We're pretty dry. Landscapers are generally not worth a &*&%.

hdff · 02-09-2016, 09:56 PM

Very nice 4 eye long box Dave!!

67ChevyRedneck · 02-09-2016, 10:23 PM

I set my 700r up with BTO kits and a pressure gauge. 10 years and at least 40k+ miles.

68 Stepper · 02-09-2016, 10:54 PM

So are you going to rebuild it your self this time?

I had mine done at Trans Service (Lynnwood Wa) by Dave Sr., I basically followed him around the shop as he finished the install and and went on the test drive with him on a Sunday.

Yeah, I towed the truck 250 miles to make sure it got done correctly, money well spent.

Either way, hope you get back on the road soon!

67 chevelle · 02-10-2016, 04:54 PM

Art Carr ,is the man for 200 4r's , California performance transmission

davepl · 02-10-2016, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by John H.

The shadow looks like you are saluting it

It does! Just imagine Taps playing... but it's only a truck.

02-09-2016, 06:51 PM	#1
davepl Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 6,332	Watch my truck mount a Ford But not in a good way. Transmission (200-4R) caked - only moves when cold. The irony is that two of the things I didn't do myself were rebuild the transmission and set up the TV cable/bracket/valve. Not saying I would have done it better, but after all the recent threads about doing it yourself vs having work done for you, I find it annoying and curiously satisfying that the only failure I've had is in work I didn't do myself. So much for a professional transmission rebuild! They also verified the TV piston position by manually removing the pan and looking at it, so I have to assume that was set up right. Attached Images __________________ 1970 GMC Sierra Grande Custom Camper - Built, not Bought 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Coupe 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Convertible

02-09-2016, 06:57 PM	#2
cypressbog Go Pack Go! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Green Bay Posts: 2,669	Re: Watch my truck mount a Ford Geeze! Hope you get her back soon!

02-09-2016, 07:31 PM	#3
Coley Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Victoria, B.C Posts: 3,794	Re: Watch my truck mount a Ford That is one nice GMC....were those the factory colors and color arrangement Dave? (ie: white/blue/blue/white) All Good Coley __________________ ....for some men, there is experience, skill and effort....for the others...there is visa and UPS LOL 1966 Chevy 1/2 ton (Florida- Red/white) 1972 Chevy 1/2 ton (California- Blue/white) 2005 Chevy Silverado HD2500/Duramax 2000 Dodge Ram 1500

02-09-2016, 08:39 PM	#4
davepl Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 6,332	Re: Watch my truck mount a Ford Yes, all factory original color scheme and paints. Other than the wheels and I guess the rear-exit exhaust, it's 100% visually stock. __________________ 1970 GMC Sierra Grande Custom Camper - Built, not Bought 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Coupe 1969 Pontiac 2+2 427/390 4-speed Convertible

02-09-2016, 08:45 PM	#5
71CHEVYSHORTBED402 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Nevada Posts: 7,205	Re: Watch my truck mount a Ford Professional is nearly always second rate to a competent owner. I learned that a long time ago doing landscape. My water bill is $130 tops, everyone else in neighborhood tops between $300 and $600. You'd think my landscape would be second rate, but it's second to none. __________________ Tony 71 Custom Deluxe, SWB, 2WD, 402, A/C. I developed an assembly kit for restoring the (a) truck from the ground up. My build thread, and more on the assembly kit https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=730025

02-09-2016, 08:52 PM	#7
John H. Registered User Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Sammamish, WA Posts: 2,115	Re: Watch my truck mount a Ford The shadow looks like you are saluting it

02-09-2016, 08:54 PM	#8
Tdrcreyn4 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 702	Re: Watch my truck mount a Ford Tow or not, I love your truck! __________________ 1968 C10 292/3 spd - sold 1969 K10 350/3 spd/205 - sold 1971 K5 350/4 spd/ 205 - sold 1970 K20 350/350/205 - sold 1969 K20 396/400/205 - work in process

02-09-2016, 09:56 PM	#10
hdff Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: pasadena,TEXAS Posts: 880	Re: Watch my truck mount a Ford Very nice 4 eye long box Dave!! __________________ 1971 Cheyenne SWB 402BB, 700R4, 3.73 posi, PS, PB, A/C, Tilt, Tach "Wanda" Don't argue with idiots, People watching may not be able to tell the difference... There's someone in my head........But it's not me...... cheap tricks thread great info here!! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

02-09-2016, 10:23 PM	#11
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Watch my truck mount a Ford I set my 700r up with BTO kits and a pressure gauge. 10 years and at least 40k+ miles. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

02-09-2016, 10:54 PM	#12
68 Stepper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Richland Washington Posts: 127	Re: Watch my truck mount a Ford So are you going to rebuild it your self this time? I had mine done at Trans Service (Lynnwood Wa) by Dave Sr., I basically followed him around the shop as he finished the install and and went on the test drive with him on a Sunday. Yeah, I towed the truck 250 miles to make sure it got done correctly, money well spent. Either way, hope you get back on the road soon!

02-10-2016, 04:54 PM	#13
67 chevelle Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: WEST PALM FLORIDA Posts: 1,174	Re: Watch my truck mount a Ford Art Carr ,is the man for 200 4r's , California performance transmission __________________ 68 Long Fleet , ly6 , turbo 350 , 3-5 drop , original paint , front discs 67 Small window , 7 foot bed , tweaked 6.0 LSX 2004R Medium Olive 58 Apache fleet , 235 , offy intake , dual exhaust , 4 on the floor , red/white 69 Long Fleet , Custom , 6.0, 4l60 , AC , Medium Olive



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