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Paso76GMCstepper · 06-15-2004, 08:21 PM

Ok Guys everything is ready to go. We are gonna start it in the morning, here's some pics of where we are.

Can anyone tell me how to hook up the starter? I have the battery and the main line going to the starter. Where do I put the last small black wire. On the "S" post or the "R" post??

Any commenst and suggestions are allways appreciated.

Tony

bigd65 · 06-15-2004, 10:04 PM

Nice job, I like the White. I was gonna paint the Ghost White but the wife talked me out of it

full foot notch · 06-15-2004, 11:00 PM

how did you secure what looks to be a piece of PVc pipe or a stick, from the firewall to the core support, becuase i would like ot put the core support in so i can fire up the engine and drive it on the trailer, instead of having to push it everwhere right now, but i needed to get the rockers and cab corners done, and having that core support somewhat supported would help a lot

Paso76GMCstepper · 06-15-2004, 11:47 PM

Honestly it wasnt ploanned at all. It was the first piece of crap pipe I saw on the ground. I wasnt even planning on doing anything like that It just was like hey lets wedge this in there.

apstguy · 06-16-2004, 12:17 AM

It looks purdy.

PHOENIX · 06-16-2004, 02:13 AM

Starter Wiring (small wire):
I cant see what letter the smaller post is, but its the one closest to the engine.
Another way to put it: The driverside small post.

Paso76GMCstepper · 06-16-2004, 02:50 AM

Thanks I was hoping you would see my post. The one closest to the motor is "S"

So what do u think its coming along well huh??

I will be firing it up tomorrow morning.

Thanks for the starter info.

Tony

jared stewart · 06-16-2004, 08:20 AM

Yes, put the small wire on the "S" terminal. The "S" stands for start, and the "R" stands for run.

RockHQ · 06-16-2004, 12:34 PM

Actually the "S" letter = Solenoid, and the "R" letter = Resistor. The R is there for anyone wanting to run a points ignition with a resistor in the coil + line. The resistor is there to keep the points from frying but is overrided during starting to get a hotter spark. You wire a second positive line from the starter to the coil, overriding the resistor.

Sorry for getting OT. Very nice truck you have, congrats!

jared stewart · 06-16-2004, 01:05 PM

I stand corrected. I guess it's a good thing that Start and Solenoid begin with the same letter or I'd have wondered why I couldn't get any of my starters to work.

Paso76GMCstepper · 06-16-2004, 07:42 PM

OK Guys I finished hooking up everything this morning. Fired it at 11:08 little turned it over a couple times a little shot of starting fluid and she fired right up. Right to idle at 750rpm. 60psi oil pressure. Had a slight knock under the driver side valve cover. After a while we figured out it was the valve cover getting rubbed. I need thicker valve cover gaskets. undid the vaccuum advance plugged it and dialed it in to 10 degrees. Runs PERFECT. No leaks no runs no errors. Gotta finish covering the wiring and thats it fenders go on tomorrow.

I just want to say thanks to all of you. I never would have had the guts to attempt this overhaul. It is from all of your knowledge that I was able to pull this off.

Thanks again,

Tony

06-15-2004, 08:21 PM	#1
Paso76GMCstepper Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 347	Engine Ready To Fire Pictures of Front Clip Ok Guys everything is ready to go. We are gonna start it in the morning, here's some pics of where we are. Can anyone tell me how to hook up the starter? I have the battery and the main line going to the starter. Where do I put the last small black wire. On the "S" post or the "R" post?? Any commenst and suggestions are allways appreciated. Tony Attached Images

06-15-2004, 10:04 PM	#2
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06-16-2004, 12:17 AM	#5
apstguy LED King Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,087	It looks purdy. __________________ Tyler 1985 C10 305 w/ Bowtie OD TH700R4 3.42 LSD 202,000 miles 2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5-speed Stick 2016 Chevy Spark EV Gone: 2002.5 VW GTI 24v VR6 Gone: 2008 VW R32

06-16-2004, 02:13 AM	#6
PHOENIX Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Posts: 4,703	Starter Wiring (small wire): I cant see what letter the smaller post is, but its the one closest to the engine. Another way to put it: The driverside small post. __________________ * AVOID: LOPER'S PERMORANCE / LOPERSPEED.COM OF PHOENIX, AZ & COTTMAN TRANSMISSION *

06-16-2004, 08:20 AM	#8
jared stewart Silverado Stew Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Ewing, MO Posts: 184	Yes, put the small wire on the "S" terminal. The "S" stands for start, and the "R" stands for run. __________________ - 1997 3/4 Ton Ext. Cab LB 4x4 6.5L Diesel - 1979 3/4 Ton Longbed 4x4 "Farm Truck" - 1984 1/2 Ton w/ '99 Vortec 350/700R4 2x4 FOR SALE

06-15-2004, 11:00 PM	#3
full foot notch Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Central florida Posts: 3,223	how did you secure what looks to be a piece of PVc pipe or a stick, from the firewall to the core support, becuase i would like ot put the core support in so i can fire up the engine and drive it on the trailer, instead of having to push it everwhere right now, but i needed to get the rockers and cab corners done, and having that core support somewhat supported would help a lot

06-15-2004, 11:47 PM	#4
Paso76GMCstepper Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 347	Honestly it wasnt ploanned at all. It was the first piece of crap pipe I saw on the ground. I wasnt even planning on doing anything like that It just was like hey lets wedge this in there.

06-16-2004, 02:50 AM	#7
Paso76GMCstepper Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 347	Thanks I was hoping you would see my post. The one closest to the motor is "S" So what do u think its coming along well huh?? I will be firing it up tomorrow morning. Thanks for the starter info. Tony

06-16-2004, 12:34 PM	#9
RockHQ ROCKET POWER! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Finland, Europe Posts: 509	Actually the "S" letter = Solenoid, and the "R" letter = Resistor. The R is there for anyone wanting to run a points ignition with a resistor in the coil + line. The resistor is there to keep the points from frying but is overrided during starting to get a hotter spark. You wire a second positive line from the starter to the coil, overriding the resistor. Sorry for getting OT. Very nice truck you have, congrats! __________________ What did i do last nite? I had a wonderful time, That's what they tell me What did i do last nite? 1979 C-10 shortfleet: Olds 350, Th400, 12 bolt Current project: 1969 Olds 455 W-30, needing a rebuild

06-16-2004, 01:05 PM	#10
jared stewart Silverado Stew Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Ewing, MO Posts: 184	I stand corrected. I guess it's a good thing that Start and Solenoid begin with the same letter or I'd have wondered why I couldn't get any of my starters to work.

06-16-2004, 07:42 PM	#11
Paso76GMCstepper Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Paso Robles, CA Posts: 347	Engine Bay Progress SHE RUNS!! OK Guys I finished hooking up everything this morning. Fired it at 11:08 little turned it over a couple times a little shot of starting fluid and she fired right up. Right to idle at 750rpm. 60psi oil pressure. Had a slight knock under the driver side valve cover. After a while we figured out it was the valve cover getting rubbed. I need thicker valve cover gaskets. undid the vaccuum advance plugged it and dialed it in to 10 degrees. Runs PERFECT. No leaks no runs no errors. Gotta finish covering the wiring and thats it fenders go on tomorrow. I just want to say thanks to all of you. I never would have had the guts to attempt this overhaul. It is from all of your knowledge that I was able to pull this off. Thanks again, Tony



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