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72c20customcamper · 06-08-2023, 10:06 AM

Think I caused the failure of the ujoint. The only bad ones were where the u bolts hold it onto the pinion . I must have been over zealous in tightening them down . And I highly recommend the Tiger tool for u joint removal makes it super easy I don’t even use the 20 ton press any longer.

**americanmusc1e** · 06-08-2023, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

Got the 72 back together and was doing a check on the drivetrain and found a bad ujoint at the pinion. I had checked the ujoints for slop but I got no movement but visually you could see they were shot , I had changed them all 4 years ago when I did the carrier bearing with inexpensive ones from autozone won’t be doing that again , when I the shaft off the ujoint just fell apart . Guess I found the vibration . Going to do all four

replace them with Spicer or Moog if you can get them. Cheap u-joints are bleh

**americanmusc1e** · 06-08-2023, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

Think I caused the failure of the ujoint. The only bad ones were where the u bolts hold it onto the pinion . I must have been over zealous in tightening them down . And I highly recommend the Tiger tool for u joint removal makes it super easy I don’t even use the 20 ton press any longer.

that looks handy! The hardest part with a press is supporting the rest of the driveshaft level while you are lining everything up.

72c20customcamper · 06-08-2023, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by americanmusc1e

replace them with Spicer or Moog if you can get them. Cheap u-joints are bleh

Used Moog 232 .says they are super strength whatever that means . Picked them up at Napa

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Originally Posted by americanmusc1e

that looks handy! The hardest part with a press is supporting the rest of the driveshaft level while you are lining everything up.

Super easy . Another must have tool I bought it to remove the u joints on the front axles on my Dodge . Even though it said it was for that application it seemed a little too small . It still worked but the next size up would have worked better they make three sizes . This is the medium one

**americanmusc1e** · 06-08-2023, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by 72c20customcamper

Used Moog 232 .says they are super strength whatever that means . Picked them up at Napa

Some of the "super" u-joints don't have a grease zerk and are not cross drilled for grease channels. This is supposed to aid in strength. That probably matters more for the hardcore offroaders. I just generally try to buy spicer or moog because the seals and grease used seem to be higher quality than the cheaper parts store ones.

**Already Gone** · 06-08-2023, 07:44 PM

Got mine back on the road after been down for 20 months, I know not a long time in the rebuild scheme of things, so was out cruising the last 2 days.

72c20customcamper · 06-08-2023, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by americanmusc1e

Some of the "super" u-joints don't have a grease zerk and are not cross drilled for grease channels. This is supposed to aid in strength. That probably matters more for the hardcore offroaders. I just generally try to buy spicer or moog because the seals and grease used seem to be higher quality than the cheaper parts store ones.

It’s crossed drilled and has a zerk but it’s on a cap not the body

cornerstone · 06-09-2023, 01:21 PM

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Got mine back on the road after been down for 20 months, I know not a long time in the rebuild scheme of things, so was out cruising the last 2 days.

Congratulations! She's a real beauty.

72c20customcamper · 06-09-2023, 07:45 PM

Put the driveshaft back in the 72 . Drives like a new truck nice and smooth . Then I put the front bumper back on the 68 what biatch of a job . No matter how much monkeying around with it it’s still not to my liking . I think it’s a little twisted as I get one side in and the other upper bracket didn’t line up . It’s an aftermarket so I would doubt the twist

Old_Gold · 06-09-2023, 08:48 PM

I'm getting ready to put a much healthier engine back in the 72!

69Penka · 06-09-2023, 09:27 PM

I just wanted to change out my idiot light gauges with a cluster that had guages and I wound up here!

69Penka · 06-09-2023, 09:32 PM

Finished putting her back together today complete with in bed spare tire carrier, tach, dome light with door switches, front side marker lights that work, and windshield washer pump!

69Penka · 06-09-2023, 09:37 PM

More. 😁

**zicc1835** · 06-09-2023, 11:29 PM

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More. 😁

wow

**Jiggers72-GMC** · 06-10-2023, 08:05 AM

Well done Penka, what a nice change.

HalfBrit · 06-10-2023, 02:18 PM

Started laying out the possible wiring paths for the AAW, FI and air ride harnesses on my ‘70.

72c20customcamper · 06-10-2023, 03:21 PM

Won a trophy asked that it not be judged by t they gave me one anyway . About 75 cars and it’s a top 40 trophy so step above a participation trophy

**ghackett1** · 06-10-2023, 06:41 PM

Did my first oil change after 500 mile break in! Big step. So far so good on the Blueprint 355/390hp!

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 06-10-2023, 07:13 PM

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More. 😁

I like how you Two-Toned the interior. Not Factory, I don't think, but it sure looks cool.

**zicc1835** · 06-10-2023, 07:49 PM

nothing to my truck today ...but I went to a local car show and saw this 69 owner did the LS swap nice truck ...oh

and I took my 48 Pontiac and took Peoples choice award

**Sheepdip** · 06-10-2023, 11:04 PM

Nice!!...Pretty Slick Old Tin Indian!

**'68OrangeSunshine** · 06-10-2023, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by zicc1835

nothing to my truck today ...but I went to a local car show and saw this 69 owner did the LS swap nice truck ...oh

and I took my 48 Pontiac and took Peoples choice award

Do the old Poncho's spotlights work?

**Rust_never_sleeps** · 06-11-2023, 02:33 AM

Replaced some scrungy rear wheel cylinders, but still failed to bleed the back system.

**zicc1835** · 06-11-2023, 07:43 AM

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Do the old Poncho's spotlights work?

Yes sir:

**zicc1835** · 06-11-2023, 07:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Sheepdip

Nice!!...Pretty Slick Old Tin Indian!

thank you !

06-08-2023, 10:06 AM	#3901
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,173	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Think I caused the failure of the ujoint. The only bad ones were where the u bolts hold it onto the pinion . I must have been over zealous in tightening them down . And I highly recommend the Tiger tool for u joint removal makes it super easy I don’t even use the 20 ton press any longer. Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

06-08-2023, 07:44 PM	#3906
Already Gone 70+ ( Old Skool Club ) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan ,Canada Posts: 9,068	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Got mine back on the road after been down for 20 months, I know not a long time in the rebuild scheme of things, so was out cruising the last 2 days. Attached Images __________________ 1972 C10 Custom/Deluxe 613 Highlander 406/700R4 1999 White Tahoe LS 4x2 with Z56 Police Package 1992 K1500 GMC Suburban Members I have personally met: MusicMan70 - HeavyD - ChewyChevy67 - StingRay -71SWB4x4 - 67 Burb - DeadheadNM - too much stuff - bc65 - das601 " Circumsatances Do Not Change Responsibility " " The Sky is not the Limit, Your Mind is." Marilyn Monroe .. RIP Charlie Watts 1941 - 2021

06-09-2023, 07:45 PM	#3909
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,173	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Put the driveshaft back in the 72 . Drives like a new truck nice and smooth . Then I put the front bumper back on the 68 what biatch of a job . No matter how much monkeying around with it it’s still not to my liking . I think it’s a little twisted as I get one side in and the other upper bracket didn’t line up . It’s an aftermarket so I would doubt the twist __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

06-09-2023, 08:48 PM	#3910
Old_Gold Registered User Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Mason City, IA Posts: 157	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I'm getting ready to put a much healthier engine back in the 72! Attached Images

06-09-2023, 09:27 PM	#3911
69Penka Registered User Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Hernandez, NM Posts: 64	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I just wanted to change out my idiot light gauges with a cluster that had guages and I wound up here! Attached Images

06-09-2023, 09:32 PM	#3912
69Penka Registered User Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Hernandez, NM Posts: 64	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Finished putting her back together today complete with in bed spare tire carrier, tach, dome light with door switches, front side marker lights that work, and windshield washer pump! Attached Images

06-09-2023, 09:37 PM	#3913
69Penka Registered User Join Date: Feb 2022 Location: Hernandez, NM Posts: 64	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter More. 😁 Attached Images

06-10-2023, 08:05 AM	#3915
Jiggers72-GMC Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: up North Posts: 541	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Well done Penka, what a nice change. __________________ Gerry, North Bay Ontario 1971 Chevy K10 short stepper, 518 med green & white 1972 GMC C1500 long box, dark Brown, owned since 1977 1969 GMC C2500 manual

06-10-2023, 02:18 PM	#3916
HalfBrit Registered User Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: Kernersville, NC Posts: 84	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Started laying out the possible wiring paths for the AAW, FI and air ride harnesses on my ‘70. Attached Images

06-10-2023, 03:21 PM	#3917
72c20customcamper Registered User Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Catskill Mountains,NY Posts: 8,173	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Won a trophy asked that it not be judged by t they gave me one anyway . About 75 cars and it’s a top 40 trophy so step above a participation trophy Attached Images __________________ Mark 72 c20 custom camper Husky edition, 66 SS396 Chevelle 1964 Hawk, 63 Avanti,62 lark 1969 AMX , 1968 c20 stepside ,85 K20 1977 Suburban sold 68 anniversary.

06-10-2023, 06:41 PM	#3918
ghackett1 68 C10 Longbed Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Naples, Florida Posts: 520	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Did my first oil change after 500 mile break in! Big step. So far so good on the Blueprint 355/390hp!

06-10-2023, 07:49 PM	#3920
zicc1835 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Hanover NJ Posts: 4,123	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter nothing to my truck today ...but I went to a local car show and saw this 69 owner did the LS swap nice truck ...oh and I took my 48 Pontiac and took Peoples choice award Attached Images __________________ Doc & Kim build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=722288 I am from the desert http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=650332 basket case build SOLD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=648557

06-10-2023, 11:04 PM	#3921
Sheepdip Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Waterford California Posts: 2,390	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Nice!!...Pretty Slick Old Tin Indian!

06-11-2023, 02:33 AM	#3923
Rust_never_sleeps Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2022 Location: San Ramon,CA Posts: 404	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Replaced some scrungy rear wheel cylinders, but still failed to bleed the back system.



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