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MacAttack · 06-04-2009, 08:54 AM

Saturday at about 10AM, my time: That's when I'm planning to light her off.

Being very realistic - the only thing that will prohibit that event is the weather, with the huge low-pressure system hanging off the coast here presently. It was drizzling heavily on the way home from the exhaust guy yesterday, but got a tarp over 'The Tan' before it started coming down too much.

$260 for parts and labor - really simple mounting system (yes, the pictures will be coming soon) welded to the frame rails - good and solid, but with a rubber mounting block with a rod welded to the fat ol' mufflers. Looks slick - hope they sound as good. $50 tip to both the pipe guy and the tow truck driver, and he put the C10 right where I wanted it in the driveway in front of the house.

Mac.

shrunken66stroker · 06-04-2009, 09:37 AM

[QUOTE=MacAttack;3342794]Saturday at about 10AM, my time: That's when I'm planning to light her off.

Being very realistic - the only thing that will prohibit that event is the weather, with the huge low-pressure system hanging off the coast here presently. It was drizzling heavily on the way home from the exhaust guy yesterday, but got a tarp over 'The Tan' before it started coming down too much.

It's not the damn space shuttle! Light it off already.

MacAttack · 06-04-2009, 09:44 AM

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Originally Posted by shrunken66stroker

It's not the damn space shuttle! Light it off already.

True dat.

But like the guys here at the shop, I should have sold tickets to this event - like when you go to the drags. They all say half the reason they go is to hear the AA fuelers light off and they think, somehow, my starting of this 44 year old pick-up ASAP is going to feed that primal need.

Mac.

jason65 · 06-04-2009, 09:57 AM

Cool Mac. Fingers are crossed for ya.

joe231 · 06-04-2009, 09:59 AM

you ain't kidding about the Drama Queen part

4dranch · 06-04-2009, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by joe231

you ain't kidding about the Drama Queen part

MacAttack · 06-04-2009, 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by joe231

you ain't kidding about the Drama Queen part

What? Me?

joe231 · 06-04-2009, 10:18 AM

MacAttack · 06-04-2009, 10:27 AM

Okay - initial start up pointers are coming in from the guys at the shop - see what you think:

A./ Use starting fluid - it makes it easier to get going. Didn’t do this on the Chevelle’s crate engine - fired off instantly - spit for a second until I rotated the HEI a few degrees - then smoothed right out.

B./ Don’t use starting fluid - too heavy of a load on the brand new bearings and rotating assembly.

C./ Fast idle at 2,000 - to 2,200 RPM, for 20 full minutes to break the cam in.

D./ Fast idle no quicker than 1,500 RPM, for just 10 minutes.

E./ Leave the radiator cap off so you can see if the coolant is flowing.

F./ Jack the rear end up - just clearing the tires off the ground - in case the transmission is in gear. (remember - the linkage to the shifter hasn’t been hooked up yet).

G./ Do not start the motor unless you’re sure it is in PARK only - something about tranny fluid leaking out the tail because the yoke’s extended out about 1.5" more than usual.

Comments?

joe231 · 06-04-2009, 10:31 AM

IMHO...NEVER use starting fluid....

I have always heard to break in the cam bring it up to 2000rpm
and yes leave the radiator cap off, the level will go down and you will probably need to add some coolant.....it would go easier if you have someone to help ya......
brakes on your truck work? do you have a drive shaft in it?

MacAttack · 06-04-2009, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by joe231

it would go easier if you have someone to help ya......
brakes on your truck work? do you have a drive shaft in it?

Yeah - my boy's going to be in the cab - cranking and watching the gauges.

No brakes. Drive shaft is in - but need to get it lengthened at the tranny shop.

joe231 · 06-04-2009, 10:56 AM

cool!

yeah with no brakes I think I would jack up the rear....it would suck for it to fire and take off with no way to stop it other than kill the ignition

MacAttack · 06-04-2009, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by joe231

it would suck for it to fire and take off with no way to stop it other than kill the ignition

Yeah, but if I was video capable - you'd sure as heck watch that on YouTube!

protrash64 · 06-04-2009, 11:06 AM

Did you prime the oil system before dropping in the dizzy? I dont remember if you had mentioned this....

I always just dumped a splash of gas in the carb....make sure you're not staring down the carb when it turns over....(think of 4D's post with the mushroom cloud). It shouldnt take too long to get fuel flowing to the carb.

Ive seen different things on the cam break in. But usually the shortest time was 15 minutes. Good luck!!

joe231 · 06-04-2009, 11:14 AM

yeah I would....

MacAttack · 06-04-2009, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by protrash64

Did you prime the oil system before dropping in the dizzy? I dont remember if you had mentioned this....

Yeah - did that on the engine stand. Love that Moroso tool. Cheap insurance.

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Originally Posted by protrash64

It shouldnt take too long to get fuel flowing to the carb.

Carb bowl is already full - kid held a gas can under the lower fuel pump hose while I gave her a couple of cranks with the remote starter switch - right after primed the oil system. The glass fuel filter filled up quick.

Left the NPT plug at the back of the block a little loose and oil came flowing right out past the threads, but not loose enough to make a mess on the floor.

Quote:

Originally Posted by protrash64

Ive seen different things on the cam break in. But usually the shortest time was 15 minutes. Good luck!!

Thanks for the input.

Mac.

MacAttack · 06-04-2009, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by joe231

yeah I would....

Joe's just a Meanie.

jason65 · 06-04-2009, 12:09 PM

Is it time yet?

MacAttack · 06-04-2009, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by jason65

Is it time yet?

Not even in Japan.

joe231 · 06-04-2009, 12:37 PM

this thread is great

4dranch · 06-04-2009, 01:14 PM

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Originally Posted by MacAttack

Yeah, but if I was video capable - you'd sure as heck watch that on YouTube!

Quote:

Originally Posted by joe231

this thread is great

yeah it is....
I use to tune in for the truck info.....
but now I just want to see what little picture Mac posted..

jason65 · 06-04-2009, 02:53 PM

Is it time yet? 10:00 am is what? Noon in Ok.

MacAttack · 06-04-2009, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by jason65

Is it time yet? 10:00 am is what? Noon in Ok.

Okay - we'll slow the baud rate down a bit for the 'fly-over' states:

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Originally Posted by MacAttack

S a t u r d a y at about 10AM, my time: That's when I'm planning to light her off.

06-03-2009, 06:33 PM	#426
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06-04-2009, 08:54 AM	#428
MacAttack 283 Drama Queen Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Surf City, CA Posts: 2,435	Re: The 283 Rebuild Begins Saturday at about 10AM, my time: That's when I'm planning to light her off. Being very realistic - the only thing that will prohibit that event is the weather, with the huge low-pressure system hanging off the coast here presently. It was drizzling heavily on the way home from the exhaust guy yesterday, but got a tarp over 'The Tan' before it started coming down too much. $260 for parts and labor - really simple mounting system (yes, the pictures will be coming soon) welded to the frame rails - good and solid, but with a rubber mounting block with a rod welded to the fat ol' mufflers. Looks slick - hope they sound as good. $50 tip to both the pipe guy and the tow truck driver, and he put the C10 right where I wanted it in the driveway in front of the house. Mac. __________________ For about 12 years of my adult life I had a severe speech impediment. My ex-wife never let me get a word in edgewise.

06-04-2009, 09:37 AM	#429
shrunken66stroker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Las Vegas, Nv Posts: 954	Re: The 283 Rebuild Begins [QUOTE=MacAttack;3342794]Saturday at about 10AM, my time: That's when I'm planning to light her off. Being very realistic - the only thing that will prohibit that event is the weather, with the huge low-pressure system hanging off the coast here presently. It was drizzling heavily on the way home from the exhaust guy yesterday, but got a tarp over 'The Tan' before it started coming down too much. It's not the damn space shuttle! Light it off already. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...54#post3194654

06-04-2009, 09:57 AM	#431
jason65 Registerd User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 2,118	Re: The 283 Rebuild Begins Cool Mac. Fingers are crossed for ya.

06-04-2009, 09:59 AM	#432
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: The 283 Rebuild Begins you ain't kidding about the Drama Queen part __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

06-04-2009, 10:18 AM	#435
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: The 283 Rebuild Begins __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

06-04-2009, 10:27 AM	#436
MacAttack 283 Drama Queen Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Surf City, CA Posts: 2,435	Re: The 283 Rebuild Begins Okay - initial start up pointers are coming in from the guys at the shop - see what you think: A./ Use starting fluid - it makes it easier to get going. Didn’t do this on the Chevelle’s crate engine - fired off instantly - spit for a second until I rotated the HEI a few degrees - then smoothed right out. B./ Don’t use starting fluid - too heavy of a load on the brand new bearings and rotating assembly. C./ Fast idle at 2,000 - to 2,200 RPM, for 20 full minutes to break the cam in. D./ Fast idle no quicker than 1,500 RPM, for just 10 minutes. E./ Leave the radiator cap off so you can see if the coolant is flowing. F./ Jack the rear end up - just clearing the tires off the ground - in case the transmission is in gear. (remember - the linkage to the shifter hasn’t been hooked up yet). G./ Do not start the motor unless you’re sure it is in PARK only - something about tranny fluid leaking out the tail because the yoke’s extended out about 1.5" more than usual. Comments? __________________ For about 12 years of my adult life I had a severe speech impediment. My ex-wife never let me get a word in edgewise.

06-04-2009, 10:31 AM	#437
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: The 283 Rebuild Begins IMHO...NEVER use starting fluid.... I have always heard to break in the cam bring it up to 2000rpm and yes leave the radiator cap off, the level will go down and you will probably need to add some coolant.....it would go easier if you have someone to help ya...... brakes on your truck work? do you have a drive shaft in it? __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

06-04-2009, 10:56 AM	#439
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: The 283 Rebuild Begins cool! yeah with no brakes I think I would jack up the rear....it would suck for it to fire and take off with no way to stop it other than kill the ignition __________________ *CHEVY ONLY* Last edited by joe231; 06-04-2009 at 10:56 AM.

06-04-2009, 11:06 AM	#441
protrash64 Resistance is Futile Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mesa,Arizona Posts: 3,519	Re: The 283 Rebuild Begins Did you prime the oil system before dropping in the dizzy? I dont remember if you had mentioned this.... I always just dumped a splash of gas in the carb....make sure you're not staring down the carb when it turns over....(think of 4D's post with the mushroom cloud). It shouldnt take too long to get fuel flowing to the carb. Ive seen different things on the cam break in. But usually the shortest time was 15 minutes. Good luck!! __________________ 64 CHEVY PICK-UP > http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...otrash+re-hash 64 CARRYALL >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1964+suburban 66 LB >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=427852 STRENGTH/DETERMINATION/MERCILESS/FOREVER .......posted via stationary device

06-04-2009, 11:14 AM	#442
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: The 283 Rebuild Begins yeah I would.... __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

06-04-2009, 12:09 PM	#445
jason65 Registerd User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 2,118	Re: The 283 Rebuild Begins Is it time yet?

06-04-2009, 12:37 PM	#447
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: The 283 Rebuild Begins this thread is *great* __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

06-04-2009, 02:53 PM	#449
jason65 Registerd User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 2,118	Re: The 283 Rebuild Begins Is it time yet? 10:00 am is what? Noon in Ok. Last edited by jason65; 06-04-2009 at 02:55 PM.



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