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Old 02-19-2011, 09:15 PM   #108
jonzcustomshop
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Re: jonz 63 K20 build

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Originally Posted by j.kirn View Post
Do you have any pics of the front of the engine from underneath so i can see how its mounted
I don't , but will try to get some and post 'em up for you.

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I also forgot to mention that I have found there was a mid production change with the 4wd trucks as well (not well known) which may only be a 1/2 ton thing as that is where I have encountered it so far. I have both versions, to easily tell the difference look at your front cab mounts if you have the ones that extend to the outer edge of the cab floor it is an early style chasis and if the front brackets are only 4 inches or so then it is a later style chasis. For some reason gm used different park brake cable leingths nearly every year on their K trucks.... btw does your truck have the deluxe style rear cab mounts?
Thanks for the link, I have the 63 (ladder style, not X) frame with the narrower mounts,and the vulcanized rear mounts

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Anything new on this?
the front wheel cylinders went out, so its been sitting again... hope to fix the front up this spring

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Originally Posted by padresag View Post
that is right; they were used on 20 series and up to give the cab more of a floating sensation due to the heavier suspension. they were not deluxe. they were not used on any panels or suburbans
you can get them rebuilt at www.steelerubber.com
ron
thanks for the link I was wondering where to get that done.
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