What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II - Page 47 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Delo69 · 09-22-2014, 08:26 PM

Had my inline 6 resealed, cleaned and painted and then I added the decals for that clean from factory look..I'm happy with the results..
Before and After.

ole dollor · 09-22-2014, 08:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Delo69

Had my inline 6 resealed, cleaned and painted and then I added the decals for that clean from factory look..I'm happy with the results..
Before and After.

that made a big difference....looks great.

CST10 · 09-22-2014, 08:50 PM

Drastic differance. In like it. Nothing like a clean motor in the bay.

9teen69 · 09-22-2014, 11:14 PM

Engine looks really good!

9teen69 · 09-22-2014, 11:30 PM

Installed new green glass, weather-stripping and rebuilt vent window on passenger side. My stainless trim was in good enough shape for a daily driver.

Now I see why people buy new ones or get rebuilt from RogerKoop. They were a PITA but turned out nyce. One more to go.

**Mike_The_Grad** · 09-23-2014, 04:55 AM

Found out had a vacuum leak, and it wasnt brake booster or pcv... P.O.E. determined intake was at fault. Pulled it and this is what I found... Its funny how the saying "hindsight is 20/20." Rings so true. I'm new to everything as far as putting together an engine goes.the gasket did last a month I must say. I have since learned the correct way of installing an intake on a rebuilt motor. And now am pulling a steady 19.5hg straight from intake.

also lowered my idle from 1,000 down to about 600. Oil change was due,also regapped plugs. Next on the list is upjet my Q-jet. And reseal the rear end. Other than that. I'm happy to say the "mechanical part" is taken care of. Next is "cosmetics". let's see how deep the rabbit hole goes......

BugzC10 · 09-23-2014, 07:32 PM

Finshed installing Vintage Air Sure Fit A/C system, new 4 core radiator, new March pulleys and 100 amp alternator. Get the A/C charged up next week.

texjake · 09-23-2014, 08:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike_The_Grad

Found out had a vacuum leak, and it wasnt brake booster or pcv... P.O.E. determined intake was at fault. Pulled it and this is what I found... Its funny how the saying "hindsight is 20/20." Rings so true. I'm new to everything as far as putting together an engine goes.the gasket did last a month I must say. I have since learned the correct way of installing an intake on a rebuilt motor. And now am pulling a steady 19.5hg straight from intake.

also lowered my idle from 1,000 down to about 600. Oil change was due,also regapped plugs. Next on the list is upjet my Q-jet. And reseal the rear end. Other than that. I'm happy to say the "mechanical part" is taken care of. Next is "cosmetics". let's see how deep the rabbit hole goes......

All gasket mfgs should never be including that cheap ass rubber gasket for the front or rear intake manifold for Chevy engines. It's been that way for way too dang long. It's always just better to toss that damn thing in the floor & just to put down a bead of silicone and never look back.

In The Ten Ring · 09-23-2014, 09:08 PM

I showed it off today to a contractor who needed to store some tools in my garage. He was immediately impressed with it, even though it's up on blocks! That might help motivate me to get back on it as soon as I have the time.

texasld · 09-23-2014, 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639

Have you posted this on the LS swap thread yet? Nice work would like to here about the swap.

There are several. Would you Kindly point me towards the right direction? I will happily post some info.

It's also in my build thread.

vidman · 09-24-2014, 06:25 PM

Changed the valve cover gaskets to felpro-1635 and Installed my Track-bar.

Econman · 09-24-2014, 07:12 PM

Just ordered my new Hughes torque converter and Lokar kickdown cable and Lokar throttle bracket from Summit.

ole dollor · 09-24-2014, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vidman

Changed the valve cover gaskets to felpro-1635 and Installed my Track-bar.

looks very nice...good work.

Econman · 09-26-2014, 07:38 AM

Installed a new servo piston sleeve and piston, plus got the valve body back in and tail shaft back on..

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Andy4639 · 09-28-2014, 05:12 PM

Well I got the brakes al swapped out. It didn't go as smooth as I had hope but I gotter done!
The original booster and master cylinder was all standard fittings, the new one was all metric fittings. Had to put new lines down to the a arm also.
While I was doing it I went a head and swapped the rear rubber hose tee out for the stainless one I've had now for over a year.
Everything is tight with no leaks so far. Going for a short ride and check everything again.
Had to use the old valve since the brake switch wouldn't fit the new one. I may order one if I can find one. O-Reilly's didn't have it and couldn't order it.
If anybody has a lead on one LMK.

Andy4639 · 09-28-2014, 05:55 PM

Here is a couple more of the S/S rear hose and Clear gear rear housing cover.I tie wrapped the hose away from the muffler also.

ole dollor · 09-28-2014, 10:23 PM

[QUOTE=Andy4639;6859700]Well I got the brakes al swapped out. It didn't go as smooth as I had hope but I gotter done!
The original booster and master cylinder was all standard fittings, the new one was all metric fittings. Had to put new lines down to the a arm also.
While I was doing it I went a head and swapped the rear rubber hose tee out for the stainless one I've had now for over a year.
Everything is tight with no leaks so far. Going for a short ride and check everything again.
Had to use the old valve since the brake switch wouldn't fit the new one. I may order one if I can find one. O-Reilly's didn't have it and couldn't order it.
If anybody has a lead on one LMK.

Very nice set up and nice and shinny....

texjake · 09-29-2014, 01:46 AM

I painted the rear bumper with Rust-Oleum® truck bed coating.

Before & after;

Andy4639 · 09-29-2014, 09:05 PM

[quote=ole dollor;6860125]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andy4639

Well I got the brakes al swapped out. It didn't go as smooth as I had hope but I gotter done!
The original booster and master cylinder was all standard fittings, the new one was all metric fittings. Had to put new lines down to the a arm also.
While I was doing it I went a head and swapped the rear rubber hose tee out for the stainless one I've had now for over a year.
Everything is tight with no leaks so far. Going for a short ride and check everything again.
Had to use the old valve since the brake switch wouldn't fit the new one. I may order one if I can find one. O-Reilly's didn't have it and couldn't order it.
If anybody has a lead on one LMK.

Very nice set up and nice and shinny....

Thanks!

CST10 · 09-30-2014, 05:30 AM

Bought it drove to muffler shop then Drove it home.

**Elliot949** · 10-02-2014, 07:20 AM

Got My Steering Wheel Yesterday... man this thing is NICE!!!!

**chevy2tom** · 10-02-2014, 09:18 AM

Changed the cam,lifters, installed new studs, roller rockers, new valve covers (had to pull the booster to get the drivers cover on) new water pump, March serpentine pulleys & brackets, new power steering pump & break in the new cam. (More like a week, lol)

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texasld · 10-02-2014, 04:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chevy2tom

changed the cam,lifters, installed new studs, roller rockers, new valve covers (had to pull the booster to get the drivers cover on) new water pump, march serpentine pulleys & brackets, new power steering pump & break in the new cam. (more like a week, lol)

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noyce!!!!

vidman · 10-02-2014, 06:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ole dollor

looks very nice...good work.

Thank you..Today I pulled the side airbags out of my new seats and off to the auto upholsterer tomorrow..

zellway · 10-03-2014, 10:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Elliot949

Got My Steering Wheel Yesterday... man this thing is NICE!!!!

I have been thinking of getting a Con2r wheel for my 56. keep me posted on how you like it! Looks great

09-22-2014, 08:26 PM	#1151
Delo69 Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Memphis, TN Posts: 62	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Had my inline 6 resealed, cleaned and painted and then I added the decals for that clean from factory look..I'm happy with the results.. Before and After. Attached Images __________________ _____________________________________ Dennis 1969 C10 250 w/3 on the tree - project/weekend warrior 2010 Subaru Impreza - daily driver

09-22-2014, 08:50 PM	#1153
CST10 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Gonzales, La Posts: 1,441	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Drastic differance. In like it. Nothing like a clean motor in the bay. __________________ MyToys: Goldilocks the "Ol School Survivor" 1968 C10, SWB Stepside, 08/15 TOTM, 250 CI 6 cylinder, 3 on the tree, 3.73 rear, 3/5 static drop, 23,500 original miles. Samson the 1970 CST10, LWB, 462Ci, Turbo 350 tranny, 3.08 rear gear, PB, PS, A/C, AM/FM, 2/4 Drop. Brutus the 1998 Camaro Z28, 33,500 original miles, LS1, 519 RWHP/497 RWTQ. Member of the Louisiana Classic Truck Club, LCTC Member of the Louisiana C10 Club Member of the Baton Rouge Drifters Car Club

09-22-2014, 11:14 PM	#1154
9teen69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,048	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Engine looks really good! __________________ 72 Cheyenne SWB C10 (daily driver) (Super fake cause I just love the glovebox emblem) 70 Camaro RS (frame-off in pieces) 70 Camaro RS (daily driver backup) 69 Custom LWB C10 (son now drives)

09-22-2014, 11:30 PM	#1155
9teen69 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,048	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Installed new green glass, weather-stripping and rebuilt vent window on passenger side. My stainless trim was in good enough shape for a daily driver. Now I see why people buy new ones or get rebuilt from RogerKoop. They were a PITA but turned out nyce. One more to go. Attached Images __________________ 72 Cheyenne SWB C10 (daily driver) (Super fake cause I just love the glovebox emblem) 70 Camaro RS (frame-off in pieces) 70 Camaro RS (daily driver backup) 69 Custom LWB C10 (son now drives)

09-23-2014, 04:55 AM	#1156
Mike_The_Grad Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Santa Paula, CA Posts: 582	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Found out had a vacuum leak, and it wasnt brake booster or pcv... P.O.E. determined intake was at fault. Pulled it and this is what I found... Its funny how the saying "hindsight is 20/20." Rings so true. I'm new to everything as far as putting together an engine goes.the gasket did last a month I must say. I have since learned the correct way of installing an intake on a rebuilt motor. And now am pulling a steady 19.5hg straight from intake. also lowered my idle from 1,000 down to about 600. Oil change was due,also regapped plugs. Next on the list is upjet my Q-jet. And reseal the rear end. Other than that. I'm happy to say the "mechanical part" is taken care of. Next is "cosmetics". let's see how deep the rabbit hole goes...... Attached Images __________________ 1972 C/10 LWB - Mine 1964 C/10 LWB - My Dad's Instagram: Mike_The_Grad

09-23-2014, 07:32 PM	#1157
BugzC10 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Green Valley Arizona Posts: 1,351	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Finshed installing Vintage Air Sure Fit A/C system, new 4 core radiator, new March pulleys and 100 amp alternator. Get the A/C charged up next week. __________________ 1970 C10 Short Stepper with 71/72 front clip.

09-23-2014, 09:08 PM	#1159
In The Ten Ring Registered User Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: West Virginia Posts: 6,421	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I showed it off today to a contractor who needed to store some tools in my garage. He was immediately impressed with it, even though it's up on blocks! That might help motivate me to get back on it as soon as I have the time.

09-24-2014, 06:25 PM	#1161
vidman Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Fitchburg,Mass Posts: 737	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Changed the valve cover gaskets to felpro-1635 and Installed my Track-bar. Attached Images __________________ 62 Willys 4wd Pickup : 72 C-10 swb 504 stroker 09 Taco 3" lift 33" tires: 90 K-5 blazer (plow truck): RIP Ross Little brother

09-24-2014, 07:12 PM	#1162
Econman Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 362	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Just ordered my new Hughes torque converter and Lokar kickdown cable and Lokar throttle bracket from Summit.

09-26-2014, 07:38 AM	#1164
Econman Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Knoxville, TN Posts: 362	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Installed a new servo piston sleeve and piston, plus got the valve body back in and tail shaft back on..

09-28-2014, 05:12 PM	#1165
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Well I got the brakes al swapped out. It didn't go as smooth as I had hope but I gotter done! The original booster and master cylinder was all standard fittings, the new one was all metric fittings. Had to put new lines down to the a arm also. While I was doing it I went a head and swapped the rear rubber hose tee out for the stainless one I've had now for over a year. Everything is tight with no leaks so far. Going for a short ride and check everything again. Had to use the old valve since the brake switch wouldn't fit the new one. I may order one if I can find one. O-Reilly's didn't have it and couldn't order it. If anybody has a lead on one LMK. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs. Last edited by Andy4639; 09-28-2014 at 05:51 PM.

09-28-2014, 05:55 PM	#1166
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Here is a couple more of the S/S rear hose and Clear gear rear housing cover.I tie wrapped the hose away from the muffler also. Attached Images __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs. Last edited by Andy4639; 09-28-2014 at 08:08 PM.

09-28-2014, 10:23 PM	#1167
ole dollor Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Anton, Texas Posts: 2,364	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II [QUOTE=Andy4639;6859700]Well I got the brakes al swapped out. It didn't go as smooth as I had hope but I gotter done! The original booster and master cylinder was all standard fittings, the new one was all metric fittings. Had to put new lines down to the a arm also. While I was doing it I went a head and swapped the rear rubber hose tee out for the stainless one I've had now for over a year. Everything is tight with no leaks so far. Going for a short ride and check everything again. Had to use the old valve since the brake switch wouldn't fit the new one. I may order one if I can find one. O-Reilly's didn't have it and couldn't order it. If anybody has a lead on one LMK. Very nice set up and nice and shinny....

09-29-2014, 01:46 AM	#1168
texjake Registered User Join Date: Nov 2013 Location: Lubbock, TX Posts: 283	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II I painted the rear bumper with Rust-Oleum® truck bed coating. Before & after; Attached Images __________________ "Now all I need is a shop to go with my shop vac!" Last edited by texjake; 09-29-2014 at 02:01 AM.

09-30-2014, 05:30 AM	#1170
CST10 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Gonzales, La Posts: 1,441	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Bought it drove to muffler shop then Drove it home. Attached Images __________________ MyToys: Goldilocks the "Ol School Survivor" 1968 C10, SWB Stepside, 08/15 TOTM, 250 CI 6 cylinder, 3 on the tree, 3.73 rear, 3/5 static drop, 23,500 original miles. Samson the 1970 CST10, LWB, 462Ci, Turbo 350 tranny, 3.08 rear gear, PB, PS, A/C, AM/FM, 2/4 Drop. Brutus the 1998 Camaro Z28, 33,500 original miles, LS1, 519 RWHP/497 RWTQ. Member of the Louisiana Classic Truck Club, LCTC Member of the Louisiana C10 Club Member of the Baton Rouge Drifters Car Club



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10-02-2014, 07:20 AM	#1171
Elliot949 Dan Johnston Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Winfield, Ks. Posts: 4,162	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Got My Steering Wheel Yesterday... man this thing is NICE!!!! Attached Images __________________ Dan Johnston... Owner of My Dad's- '67 Chevy C-20 Custom Camper Short Fleetside Pickup PAPA J And our newest addition a- '71 Chevy CST/10 Short Fleetside Pickup Haulin' SOLD Papa J's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=612847 Haulin's Build Thread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=671130SOLD B Bears Build Thread:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=744210

10-02-2014, 09:18 AM	#1172
chevy2tom Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Wheeling, Illinois Posts: 703	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Chapter II Changed the cam,lifters, installed new studs, roller rockers, new valve covers (had to pull the booster to get the drivers cover on) new water pump, March serpentine pulleys & brackets, new power steering pump & break in the new cam. (More like a week, lol))

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