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Tx Firefighter · 10-28-2003, 09:41 PM

I'm wading through this big block conversion. I need pictures of STOCK big block setups in these trucks. I DO NOT need pictures of modified engines. I want to see what it should look like in all it's GM glory. Need pics to see what color stuff should be, what the vacuum hoses looked like, air cleaner, water neck, plug wire routing, everything.

I'd really like to see some pictures from literature depicting these trucks when they were new and unmodified, or at least a decent original untouched truck.

Thanks,
Kevin

teeitup · 10-28-2003, 10:22 PM

Kevin, on my post about that longhorn is a pic of an original BB 402, it might help you. Randy

TsgtE662 · 10-28-2003, 10:39 PM

Heres a pic of mine. Hope it helps. If you want a better pic I can try and take some better ones tomorrow after work while its still daylight.

TsgtE662 · 10-28-2003, 10:41 PM

Tx firefighter - The valve covers on mine are blue and the engine is red. It is still stock as best I can tell. I haven't altered it yet.

Bill72BB · 10-29-2003, 12:05 AM

Don't know if this helps if you need something specific let me know I'll take a pic .

Tx Firefighter · 10-29-2003, 12:11 AM

Hey, thanks guys. Keep them coming please. I'm saving these all into a file for reference.

Castiron9 · 10-29-2003, 12:32 AM

Here is a few of mine..Rebuilt 402.......Longhorn..If you need specific areas just e-mail.........

72 CustomCamper · 10-29-2003, 12:52 AM

Here's a pic that teeitup posted a while back that might help

72 CustomCamper · 10-29-2003, 12:53 AM

and another. Hope you don't mind Randy...

jhow66 · 10-29-2003, 01:37 AM

here's another

Hooter · 10-29-2003, 01:59 AM

just another reason to show off my big block

JimKshortstep4x4 · 10-29-2003, 08:09 AM

Here is a pic of my son's 72 big block, right side.

Jim

JimKshortstep4x4 · 10-29-2003, 08:11 AM

Here is the left side.

Jim

TsgtE662 · 10-29-2003, 09:40 AM

JimKshortstep4x4 - I noticed that your engine doesn't have the vacuum/electric switch like mine does. I have been trying to find out what the switch is for, what it does, can it be replaced, can I delete it? If anyone knows ............

JimKshortstep4x4 · 10-29-2003, 10:20 AM

I think that you are talking about the vacuum timing retard setup
and you are right I did eliminate it. (The system is made to not let the vacuum advance work until the engine is warm and the transmission is in high gear).

The gas mileage is bad enough without having the vacuum advance not work.

Jim

Tx Firefighter · 10-29-2003, 10:20 AM

Could someone shoot me a couple of specific pics?

1) low on each side, like down at the motor mounts, p/s pump, exhaust maniflods, and fuel pump areas?

2)the p/s fluid reservoir, where it mounts? Any pics of that? Are the holes already going to be in the fender for it?

JimKshortstep4x4 · 10-29-2003, 10:54 AM

With the engine in the truck getting a meaningful shot is pretty tough as everything blocks what you want to see.

Here is a pic of the power steering bracket mocked up to a block which is upside down.

Jim

**CPNE** · 10-29-2003, 11:04 AM

Here are a couple of side shots. It's OE, except for intake and carb (and a few internals you can't see)

. Sorry all put back together now or I'd take more detail pics for you.

**CPNE** · 10-29-2003, 11:05 AM

rh side

10-28-2003, 09:41 PM	#1
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Who has a big block truck? I'm wading through this big block conversion. I need pictures of STOCK big block setups in these trucks. I DO NOT need pictures of modified engines. I want to see what it should look like in all it's GM glory. Need pics to see what color stuff should be, what the vacuum hoses looked like, air cleaner, water neck, plug wire routing, everything. I'd really like to see some pictures from literature depicting these trucks when they were new and unmodified, or at least a decent original untouched truck. Thanks, Kevin __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

10-28-2003, 10:22 PM	#2
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,396	Kevin, on my post about that longhorn is a pic of an original BB 402, it might help you. Randy __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

10-28-2003, 10:39 PM	#3
TsgtE662 2A674 Tank Rat Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Maryland Heights, Mo. Posts: 626	Heres a pic of mine. Hope it helps. If you want a better pic I can try and take some better ones tomorrow after work while its still daylight. Attached Images __________________ '92 GMC Sierra, Sportside, 2wd, 350, Black '92 Chevy Silverado Extended Cab 4 x 4, Blue USAFR = 2A674 = Aircraft Fuel Systems Maintenance i.e. Tank Rat

10-28-2003, 10:41 PM	#4
TsgtE662 2A674 Tank Rat Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Maryland Heights, Mo. Posts: 626	Tx firefighter - The valve covers on mine are blue and the engine is red. It is still stock as best I can tell. I haven't altered it yet. __________________ '92 GMC Sierra, Sportside, 2wd, 350, Black '92 Chevy Silverado Extended Cab 4 x 4, Blue USAFR = 2A674 = Aircraft Fuel Systems Maintenance i.e. Tank Rat

10-29-2003, 12:05 AM	#5
Bill72BB Thats the Hillbilly way Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Torrance,Ca Posts: 5,980	Don't know if this helps if you need something specific let me know I'll take a pic . Attached Images __________________ BILL Torrance Calif 90504 Member DUF Club Member Old Farts Club 72 3/4ton Custom Camper BB402/400 trans Dynomax Cerama-coat headers , Hei distributor ,Edelbrock 1411 air,ps,pb,leafsprings ,98 chevy 60/40 seat,S10 shoulder belts tilt,3.54 Dana 60 rear. 16" Eagle wheels with LT265/75 16 tires,Gaylord Lid,H4 headlights with 100W relay conversion. " If I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself " Marriage changes passion...suddenly you're in bed with a relative. A GUY'S PRAYER.... Lord, I pray for a nympho with huge boobs who owns a liquor store and likes to fish and hunt and has a Harley .Amen ,

10-29-2003, 12:11 AM	#6
Tx Firefighter Watch out for your cornhole ! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Azle, Texas Posts: 14,162	Hey, thanks guys. Keep them coming please. I'm saving these all into a file for reference. __________________ I'm on the Instagram- @Gearhead_Kevin

10-29-2003, 12:32 AM	#7
Castiron9 72 LONGHORN OWNER Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Seattle Wash. Posts: 963	Big Block Here is a few of mine..Rebuilt 402.......Longhorn..If you need specific areas just e-mail......... Attached Images __________________ 72-SUPER CHEYENNE/20 LONGHORN 70-C/30 DUALLY

10-29-2003, 12:52 AM	#8
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,369	Here's a pic that teeitup posted a while back that might help Attached Images __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!"

10-29-2003, 12:53 AM	#9
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,369	and another. Hope you don't mind Randy... Attached Images __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!"

10-29-2003, 01:37 AM	#10
jhow66 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Knoxville Tenn. Posts: 3,058	BBB (Big Big Block) (502) here's another Attached Images __________________ 56 Chevy Bel-Air 2dr. HT (purchased new) 71 Chevy Cheyenne SWB PU (502HO) 65 GMC short bed step--work in progress and my gofer

10-29-2003, 01:59 AM	#11
Hooter My other Love Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Castlegar B.C. Canada Posts: 4,085	just another reason to show off my big block __________________ Castlegar B.C.The great white North (Canada Eh!) Hooter_5@hotmail.com First generation Monte Carlo club pictures of my life

10-29-2003, 08:09 AM	#12
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	Here is a pic of my son's 72 big block, right side. Jim Attached Images

10-29-2003, 08:11 AM	#13
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	Here is the left side. Jim Attached Images

10-29-2003, 09:40 AM	#14
TsgtE662 2A674 Tank Rat Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Maryland Heights, Mo. Posts: 626	JimKshortstep4x4 - I noticed that your engine doesn't have the vacuum/electric switch like mine does. I have been trying to find out what the switch is for, what it does, can it be replaced, can I delete it? If anyone knows ............ __________________ '92 GMC Sierra, Sportside, 2wd, 350, Black '92 Chevy Silverado Extended Cab 4 x 4, Blue USAFR = 2A674 = Aircraft Fuel Systems Maintenance i.e. Tank Rat

10-29-2003, 10:20 AM	#15
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	I think that you are talking about the vacuum timing retard setup and you are right I did eliminate it. (The system is made to not let the vacuum advance work until the engine is warm and the transmission is in high gear). The gas mileage is bad enough without having the vacuum advance not work. Jim



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10-29-2003, 10:54 AM	#17
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	With the engine in the truck getting a meaningful shot is pretty tough as everything blocks what you want to see. Here is a pic of the power steering bracket mocked up to a block which is upside down. Jim Attached Images

10-29-2003, 11:04 AM	#18
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,664	Here are a couple of side shots. It's OE, except for intake and carb (and a few internals you can't see) . Sorry all put back together now or I'd take more detail pics for you. Attached Images __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

10-29-2003, 11:05 AM	#19
CPNE Resident Curmudgeon Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: NH Posts: 6,664	rh side Attached Images __________________ Currently on or near the homestead: 67 Chevy SWB 2WD stepside 350/3 on tree (Pat's) 67 GMC SWB 2WD Fleet 402/auto (Brian's under construction) 67 Chevy 3/4 ton 2WD 402/auto (Business Hauler) 67 Chevy 1 ton dually 2WD 396/4 speed (Former business hauler, Needs TLC) 68 Chevy 1/2 ton Suburban 2WD 250 six/3 on tree (Brian's Needs TLC) 70 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD 350/4 speed (Pat's - Disguised as a 68 GMC) 71 Chevy SWB stepside (Crushed by tree - parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD (Parts donor) 72 Chevy 3/4 ton 4WD Suburban (Parts Donor) 72 GMC 3/4 ton 4WD 292 six/4 speed (Mine - Disguised as a 67 GMC) 81 GMC 4WD Dually Dump Body 350/4 speed (Business Hauler) 82 Camaro Z/28 355/Super T-10 (Pat's toy) 93 Caprice 9C1 (Brian's Cop Car) 02 Toyota Camry (Reliable but a souless steel and plastic hulk) 2011 2SS RS Camaro M6 Factory Hurst Shifter Maybe I need to sell some of this crap Yet another Bozo with a sawz-all

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