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Rust Buster · 05-04-2007, 08:23 PM

I'm not 100% sure on the width of the rims, but I am guessing they are 7.

JAKES 68GMC · 05-04-2007, 08:54 PM

Jeez, those rims sure caused quite a stir!

Big D · 05-04-2007, 09:44 PM

Nice truck, I wish my 72 K-20 project was half as rust free as yours..

I too am curious about those wheels. I always wondered why no one made a 8 bolt copy of the chevy rally, I know it would sell. Ford made a wheel that looked close in the early 90's, but I have never seen them in 8 bolt.

Let us know if you see any markings on the rim.

**special-K** · 05-04-2007, 11:37 PM

They are Dodge truck rims...again,7"x16".They were used since`93.

eedgell · 05-05-2007, 09:37 AM

that is a nice k20 cheyenne!! Does it have factory A/C? What are the options on this truck?

eedgell

Sport/Truck · 05-05-2007, 10:51 AM

With what’s all going on, (Name change from madbomber88, because the FBI is watching your every move) & your Fiancée is out of town, I think you should call it “Covert Restoration”. This will defiantly test the waters with your Fiancée

......also matches your “captain capsize” below your avatar.
I like your avatar! Mr. Smith.
s/t

Rust Buster · 05-05-2007, 11:28 AM

I like the name ideas! Keep them coming.
I don't have an option list on the glovebox, but yes it has factory A/C, tach dash, any where else to look for an option list?

Sport/Truck · 05-05-2007, 11:31 AM

Have you looked under/behind the seat for a build sheet tucked in the springs?
s/t

**special-K** · 05-05-2007, 05:31 PM

Code name:Lonesome Fortune(ately)

Rust Buster · 05-05-2007, 06:21 PM

Got a little more of the teardown done today, took the doors off and the seat out. I can't believe that the cab floors are in such good shape. Here are some pics of that and also the bench seat, trying to figure out if it is stock or not. Anyone know?

msgross · 05-06-2007, 07:41 AM

nice floor, hope mine looks that good when i'm DONE!

71MUTT · 05-06-2007, 08:12 AM

It's a stock seat.
Nice truck!!!!! Look at that floor. Awsome.

**special-K** · 05-06-2007, 08:27 AM

Did it have a rubber mat or carpet?

Rust Buster · 05-06-2007, 08:30 AM

it had the rubber mat, wanted to keep it but it was pretty dried out and cracked

Rust Buster · 05-06-2007, 07:11 PM

Ok, I'm getting ready to pull the fuel tank. Two questions for the experts, first of all, what is the capacity of a stock tank? Reason I ask is because this one never took more than 12-13 gallons and I thought that was a bit low.

Also, someone want to educate me on the fuel tank system in these things? What are the two lines on the left hand side of the tank that run of the rear pillar of the truck, and where do they go??? I know the ones in the center are probably send and return and then one of the ones that runs up the pillar is a vent, but what's the other one, and where do they go?
Thanks!

msgross · 05-06-2007, 08:09 PM

Are you going with a rear tank? If so then save all of that stuff (sending unit, vent etc..) since guys are often looking for those items to buy.

msgross · 05-06-2007, 08:11 PM

where are you stationed? I'm a CPT in the Army...

Rust Buster · 05-06-2007, 08:15 PM

I am going with the rear tank, so I will keep it all and put it up for sale.
msgross, I'm stationed at the NRO right now, how about you?

msgross · 05-06-2007, 08:57 PM

Ft. Indiantown Gap PA I'm Active Guard for PA instructing in UH-60 Blackhawks.... nice truck, i'll keep an eye on it.

**special-K** · 05-07-2007, 07:07 AM

Those lines go up to the reserve tank where the rest of your fuel goes

.No really,they are for venting.The tank should hold 21 gal.
Another name suggestion:Project Mistress
You probably don`t want a feminine name,but I`m stuck on the"wife out of town" theme.

Rust Buster · 05-10-2007, 08:21 PM

Made a little progress today, got the windshield and back glass out, headliner removed and gas tank out as well. Is there any market out there for these tanks? I know there are lots for free in the classified section. I'm amazed out how great a shape this thing is in.
I was pleasantly surprised at how little rust was hiding in the windshield channel.

Does the section of the rear glass look like a repair that was made some time ago? Kind of strange cause everything else on the truck looks 100% original body wise, and if it was a repair, it was made a long time ago...

msgross · 05-10-2007, 09:27 PM

does look like it was repaired... fiberglass maybe? I'd take the wire wheel to it and see what's left. Repair it with steel...

Tank can really only be sold locally due to shipping...swap meet or a local board member.

Rust Buster · 05-14-2007, 09:03 PM

Teardown continues...
Got the front clip, master cylinder, heater core off. I'm getting ready to take the cab off this Friday (working the engineering solution for that).

Finally found out what the smell was that came when I turned the heater on...Quite a big nest for the little feller. He's in the lower right in the 2nd pic, you can see his tail. So two questions...

1. Should I replace the evaporator core while I am in there to be safe?

2. Are these leaf springs stock? At first I thought they were sagging a bit but doing research, all the stock replacements for 72 K20s are 3 leaf while I have 4. Any thoughts? I can't imagine why they wouldn't be stock...

Rust Buster · 05-14-2007, 09:06 PM

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abebummy26 · 05-14-2007, 09:53 PM

That mouse reminds me of the 61 cj5 i tore down pulled off the oil pan, and found his nest. never found him though but we found a snake a few days later and he escaped (inside the vocational building) still haven't found him. oh well. I swear I can still smell it sometimes

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05-04-2007, 08:23 PM	#26
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name I'm not 100% sure on the width of the rims, but I am guessing they are 7. __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

05-04-2007, 08:54 PM	#27
JAKES 68GMC Aluminum slot wheels rule... Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Maine Posts: 6,212	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Jeez, those rims sure caused quite a stir!

05-04-2007, 09:44 PM	#28
Big D Registered User Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Dunlap, IL Posts: 308	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Nice truck, I wish my 72 K-20 project was half as rust free as yours.. I too am curious about those wheels. I always wondered why no one made a 8 bolt copy of the chevy rally, I know it would sell. Ford made a wheel that looked close in the early 90's, but I have never seen them in 8 bolt. Let us know if you see any markings on the rim. __________________ 68 GMC 64 1/2 Mustang convert A bachelor's life is no life for a single man." - Samuel Goldwyn

05-04-2007, 11:37 PM	#29
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name They are Dodge truck rims...again,7"x16".They were used since`93. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

05-05-2007, 09:37 AM	#30
eedgell It's the air up here Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Western Colorado Posts: 710	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name that is a nice k20 cheyenne!! Does it have factory A/C? What are the options on this truck? eedgell __________________ 1971 cheyenne k10 4 speed np 205 454 BB factory a/c Never drink down stream of the herd! Eric

05-05-2007, 10:51 AM	#31
Sport/Truck Sierra Grande Club Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: New Mexico USA Posts: 2,433	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name With what’s all going on, (Name change from madbomber88, because the FBI is watching your every move) & your Fiancée is out of town, I think you should call it “Covert Restoration”. This will defiantly test the waters with your Fiancée ......also matches your “captain capsize” below your avatar. I like your avatar! Mr. Smith. s/t __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra Grande, 1/2 ton short wide, original 4 bolt 010 020 block & heads. (matching #'s). 383 stroker, SMI q jet 750 cfm, Lunati Voodoo 60102 cam, Scorpion roller rockers, Spin Tech pro street mufflers with X pipe.

05-05-2007, 11:28 AM	#32
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name I like the name ideas! Keep them coming. I don't have an option list on the glovebox, but yes it has factory A/C, tach dash, any where else to look for an option list? __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

05-05-2007, 11:31 AM	#33
Sport/Truck Sierra Grande Club Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: New Mexico USA Posts: 2,433	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Have you looked under/behind the seat for a build sheet tucked in the springs? s/t __________________ 1971 GMC Sierra Grande, 1/2 ton short wide, original 4 bolt 010 020 block & heads. (matching #'s). 383 stroker, SMI q jet 750 cfm, Lunati Voodoo 60102 cam, Scorpion roller rockers, Spin Tech pro street mufflers with X pipe.

05-05-2007, 05:31 PM	#34
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Code name:Lonesome Fortune(ately) __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~ Last edited by special-K; 05-06-2007 at 08:24 AM.

05-05-2007, 06:21 PM	#35
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Got a little more of the teardown done today, took the doors off and the seat out. I can't believe that the cab floors are in such good shape. Here are some pics of that and also the bench seat, trying to figure out if it is stock or not. Anyone know? Attached Images __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

05-06-2007, 07:41 AM	#36
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name nice floor, hope mine looks that good when i'm DONE! __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

05-06-2007, 08:12 AM	#37
71MUTT Can't ReMember Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Orlando area Posts: 258	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name It's a stock seat. Nice truck!!!!! Look at that floor. Awsome. __________________ Adversity doesn't test your character; it reveals it. 71 C-10 LWB 350/TH350. I purchased it in 1978 for $1400. I'm currently abusing it daily. (when it's running )

05-06-2007, 08:27 AM	#38
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Did it have a rubber mat or carpet? __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

05-06-2007, 08:30 AM	#39
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name it had the rubber mat, wanted to keep it but it was pretty dried out and cracked __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

05-06-2007, 07:11 PM	#40
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Ok, I'm getting ready to pull the fuel tank. Two questions for the experts, first of all, what is the capacity of a stock tank? Reason I ask is because this one never took more than 12-13 gallons and I thought that was a bit low. Also, someone want to educate me on the fuel tank system in these things? What are the two lines on the left hand side of the tank that run of the rear pillar of the truck, and where do they go??? I know the ones in the center are probably send and return and then one of the ones that runs up the pillar is a vent, but what's the other one, and where do they go? Thanks! Attached Images __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487



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05-06-2007, 08:09 PM	#41
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Are you going with a rear tank? If so then save all of that stuff (sending unit, vent etc..) since guys are often looking for those items to buy. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

05-06-2007, 08:11 PM	#42
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name where are you stationed? I'm a CPT in the Army... __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

05-06-2007, 08:15 PM	#43
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name I am going with the rear tank, so I will keep it all and put it up for sale. msgross, I'm stationed at the NRO right now, how about you? __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

05-06-2007, 08:57 PM	#44
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Ft. Indiantown Gap PA I'm Active Guard for PA instructing in UH-60 Blackhawks.... nice truck, i'll keep an eye on it. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

05-07-2007, 07:07 AM	#45
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,863	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Those lines go up to the reserve tank where the rest of your fuel goes.No really,they are for venting.The tank should hold 21 gal. Another name suggestion:Project Mistress You probably don`t want a feminine name,but I`m stuck on the"wife out of town" theme. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

05-10-2007, 08:21 PM	#46
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Made a little progress today, got the windshield and back glass out, headliner removed and gas tank out as well. Is there any market out there for these tanks? I know there are lots for free in the classified section. I'm amazed out how great a shape this thing is in. I was pleasantly surprised at how little rust was hiding in the windshield channel. Does the section of the rear glass look like a repair that was made some time ago? Kind of strange cause everything else on the truck looks 100% original body wise, and if it was a repair, it was made a long time ago... Attached Images __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

05-10-2007, 09:27 PM	#47
msgross Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central PA Posts: 12,201	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name does look like it was repaired... fiberglass maybe? I'd take the wire wheel to it and see what's left. Repair it with steel... Tank can really only be sold locally due to shipping...swap meet or a local board member. __________________ The Garage: 1968 K-10 SWB - "Project Money Pit" 1996 Z-71 - "huntin rig" 1969 C-10 LWB (SOLD) "Project flip that truck or else" 1993 Passport, F@rd 1-ton (SOLD)"Project Cousin Eddie" My Garage Build "The 1,000 footer"

05-14-2007, 09:03 PM	#48
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name Teardown continues... Got the front clip, master cylinder, heater core off. I'm getting ready to take the cab off this Friday (working the engineering solution for that). Finally found out what the smell was that came when I turned the heater on...Quite a big nest for the little feller. He's in the lower right in the 2nd pic, you can see his tail. So two questions... 1. Should I replace the evaporator core while I am in there to be safe? 2. Are these leaf springs stock? At first I thought they were sagging a bit but doing research, all the stock replacements for 72 K20s are 3 leaf while I have 4. Any thoughts? I can't imagine why they wouldn't be stock... Attached Images __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487 Last edited by Rust Buster; 05-14-2007 at 10:27 PM.

05-14-2007, 09:06 PM	#49
Rust Buster Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 547	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name More Attached Images __________________ Maj USAF 71 K5 Blazer CST 72 K20 HT383 NV4500 Mass-Flo EFI 71 K10 LWB 52 Dodge Power Wagon 67 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon 48 Dodge WDX Power Wagon My Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=239487

05-14-2007, 09:53 PM	#50
abebummy26 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: New Haven, MO Posts: 1,243	Re: 72 K20 build thread, need good name That mouse reminds me of the 61 cj5 i tore down pulled off the oil pan, and found his nest. never found him though but we found a snake a few days later and he escaped (inside the vocational building) still haven't found him. oh well. I swear I can still smell it sometimes.

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