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***Liz*** · 10-15-2018, 12:34 PM

Chapter 2 is now complete, bring on 3. What did you do to your truck today?

tdangle · 10-15-2018, 01:47 PM

Fixed my strange temp gauge readings. I had replaced the gauge sender unit and had all sorts of strange things going on. It would peg the gauge on warmup until the thermostat opened then read mid scale which was higher then before. Driving it the readings would vary all over the place. Engine was running normal as I was checking it with a thermo gun. Ended up taking the thermostat out, drilled 2 1/8" holes in it and then filling the engine with coolant at the manifold prior to reinstalling the thermostat. Works great now. Only thing I can figure is that I had some sort of air pocket that refused to work itself out.

beaterku · 10-15-2018, 02:16 PM

I finally sat down and starting cleaning some of the LS parts. The intake, front and rear covers were disgusting. The inside of the valve covers as well as valley covers where pretty bad too. I gave the trans the ole wire brush treatment and consolidated all of the parts in the bed.

Indychus · 10-15-2018, 02:30 PM

I rolled it outside for the first time in 8 years and then test fit my headers!

**leddzepp** · 10-15-2018, 02:31 PM

I drank beer and stared at it, that’s about it

**nlped** · 10-15-2018, 04:06 PM

^^^I had a few beers too... But I did have a chance to clean up the TH400 out of Chubby. It's next to be sold.

Colt_1911 · 10-15-2018, 06:42 PM

New grill and filler caps on my 71
I had to do some modifying do to the AC, but turn out pretty sweet

**samkost** · 10-15-2018, 06:49 PM

Very nice Colt,

If I may ask, what product/vendor are the fillers and particularly the filler cap over the top of the radiator?
Thanks,
Sam

FRCvette · 10-15-2018, 06:57 PM

Very nice job on cutting filler panel for a c. I am also interested in radiator cover.

Colt_1911 · 10-15-2018, 07:10 PM

LMC Truck for both in the black finish

**samkost** · 10-15-2018, 07:54 PM

Thanks Colt,

Sam

OregonNed · 10-15-2018, 08:41 PM

Making plans to go refuel it..

CG · 10-15-2018, 09:08 PM

Last week I moved it from beside the shop to the front of the houses driveway and cleaned all the leaves of of it. Then I cleaned out my shop enough to get it inside. Then we had a bit of a freeze so last night I put my daily in the shop and tonight I put the GMC back beside the shop to get covered with leaves and gunk again. Poor thing .

NoStopN · 10-19-2018, 07:17 PM

It got a shout out on Twitter by GMC. https://twitter.com/GMC/status/1053304723057635330

Domingo · 10-19-2018, 07:51 PM

Drank beer and replaced front wheel Bearings

**Canuckvetter** · 10-19-2018, 08:30 PM

I added the, new to this truck, door panels, deluxe knobs and deluxe glovebox door. Slowly building a patina CST. Thanks 1rippen6 for the armrests.

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1539995052

**70STOVEBOLT** · 10-20-2018, 10:19 AM

Removed the doghouse and pulled the motor and trans to clean up the front third of the frame for paint.

**3757chevy** · 10-20-2018, 05:36 PM

Drove to work this afternoon.

I had driven my Blazer this morning.

**RodnRudy** · 10-20-2018, 06:25 PM

I "winterized" Old Red today. Replaced the "mags" with the ralleys and while I had the rear wheels off I replaced the brake shoes and painted the new drums I bought at Auto Zone. I've never liked the drums I got at NAPA, they were not concentric, and causing a pesky vibration. I'll finish buttoning her up tomorrow after the paint on the drums is dry and take her for a test drive.

Andy4639 · 10-20-2018, 08:28 PM

I traded some old 4 lug pony car wheels and tires for these to go on the front of my ramp truck. The guy said he bought them in 1970 and has had them on several trucks.
They aren't perfect but they are perfect for the ramp truck!

tommy3horse · 10-20-2018, 11:27 PM

Took my 17yr old out for a cruise around town. JJDa Boss and his his gang are here and all the po-po are there. I think i surprised the boy by laying rubber and making a lil too much noise...in the middle of town, sounded great.
Tom

**Steeveedee** · 10-22-2018, 09:59 PM

Put the new Cold Case radiator in. I've had heating problems with the 4-row brass radiator, even after flushing the snot out of it. I put the thing in and couldn't get the lower trans cooler line fitting installed to save my life. Took it back out and realized that the threads on those internal fittings were scrofulous. Brushed all the crud out, put the thing back in and the fittings threaded right in. Finished up, and went to buy a new burp bottle. Once I get it all sealed up, I'll drive it and make sure there are no leaks. Then...put in new coolant. Replaced the old heater control valve while I was at it. My FiL had installed shutoff valves like you see under the sink in one of the lines.

I removed it for the flushing process, and was happy to see that the heater core didn't leak. I don't think that it is original. At least I hope not.

Next, I'll be rebuilding the alternator. The front bearing is chuckling, and I don't know if it has ever been rebuilt.

ETA- Took the truck to a steep hill and ran it up to 75 MPH. It's only 78º out, but the gauge stayed right at 190º, which is what the thermostat is rated at. Shut it off, let the temp climb while I was in buying Lottery tickets. Fired it up and it dropped right back down to 190º within a block. Problem fixed. Of course, this doesn't prove it will run cooler when towing the trailer in 100º weather. This truck always ran hot even with a new 4-row brass radiator. Anyone want to buy a used 4-row brass radiator cheap?

**RodnRudy** · 10-27-2018, 03:47 PM

I replaced the drivers side valve cover gasket. It was leaking at the bottom rear and the oil tracked down to the flex plate cover and dripped on the floor. I used Fel Pro gasket and Permatex Ultra Gray sealer. Hope this did the trick, I'll know tomorrow when I test drive her.

NoStopN · 10-28-2018, 06:32 PM

I planned to put the tail lights & reverse light in my donor bed, but I realized that I didn't have the screws needed to hold them to the bed. Does anyone know the thread pitch of screws that I'll need?

With the first item on hold, I moved back to the last unfinished step. I got the bed lined up & bolted down, followed by the bed side to floor bolts that I could get in. Surprisingly, only 1 had to be left out. So, at least the bed won't rattle or fly off. But there won't be enough speed to make that happen if I don't have brake lights, turn signals, etc. Today was still progress, so it's all good.

yuccales · 10-28-2018, 06:53 PM

Dump trip this morning. Wash and vacuum, tire rotate afterwards.

10-15-2018, 12:34 PM	#1
*Liz* Catchy title goes here.. Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Rockwell, NC Posts: 39,767	What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Chapter 2 is now complete, bring on 3. What did you do to your truck today?

10-15-2018, 01:47 PM	#2
tdangle Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Jurupa Valley, Ca Posts: 1,210	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Fixed my strange temp gauge readings. I had replaced the gauge sender unit and had all sorts of strange things going on. It would peg the gauge on warmup until the thermostat opened then read mid scale which was higher then before. Driving it the readings would vary all over the place. Engine was running normal as I was checking it with a thermo gun. Ended up taking the thermostat out, drilled 2 1/8" holes in it and then filling the engine with coolant at the manifold prior to reinstalling the thermostat. Works great now. Only thing I can figure is that I had some sort of air pocket that refused to work itself out. __________________ Terry 1970 Custom Camper/C20 , GM Crate 350/7004R, Dana 60, factory AC

10-15-2018, 02:16 PM	#3
beaterku Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Lenexa, KS Posts: 547	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I finally sat down and starting cleaning some of the LS parts. The intake, front and rear covers were disgusting. The inside of the valve covers as well as valley covers where pretty bad too. I gave the trans the ole wire brush treatment and consolidated all of the parts in the bed. Attached Images __________________ www.rustywrenches.com My 72 SWB build My YouTube channel

10-15-2018, 02:30 PM	#4
Indychus Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Irmo, SC Posts: 141	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I rolled it outside for the first time in 8 years and then test fit my headers! Attached Images

10-15-2018, 02:31 PM	#5
leddzepp Moderator Join Date: May 2007 Location: Southern Cal Posts: 20,031	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I drank beer and stared at it, that’s about it __________________ 1972 C/10 Cheyenne Super SWB. Restored, loaded, slammed. 1968 C/10 50th Anniversary LWB. Unrestored, stock, daily driver/work truck. RIP ElJay RIP 67ChevyRedneck RIP Grumpy Old Man RIP FleetsidePaul

10-15-2018, 04:06 PM	#6
nlped Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hayden, Al. Posts: 4,148	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter ^^^I had a few beers too... But I did have a chance to clean up the TH400 out of Chubby. It's next to be sold. Attached Images __________________ Carter 1968 Chevy SWB Fleet... Walt 1963-1/2 Ford Falcon Futura...Martha

10-15-2018, 06:42 PM	#7
Colt_1911 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Washington State Posts: 26	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter New grill and filler caps on my 71 I had to do some modifying do to the AC, but turn out pretty sweet Attached Images

10-15-2018, 06:49 PM	#8
samkost Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Lake Tapps, Wa. Posts: 674	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Very nice Colt, If I may ask, what product/vendor are the fillers and particularly the filler cap over the top of the radiator? Thanks, Sam

10-15-2018, 06:57 PM	#9
FRCvette Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: cincy Posts: 694	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Very nice job on cutting filler panel for a c. I am also interested in radiator cover. __________________ There's something women like about a pick-up man 1967 c10 swb Stepside 2004 SSR 2013 Silverado swb

10-15-2018, 07:10 PM	#10
Colt_1911 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Washington State Posts: 26	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter LMC Truck for both in the black finish

10-15-2018, 07:54 PM	#11
samkost Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Lake Tapps, Wa. Posts: 674	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Thanks Colt, Sam

10-15-2018, 08:41 PM	#12
OregonNed Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Vancouver, Washington Posts: 1,644	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Making plans to go refuel it.. __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C/10 LWB - 327, TH350 - 4/5 Drop

10-15-2018, 09:08 PM	#13
CG BlahBlahBlah Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Wa. Posts: 20,026	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Last week I moved it from beside the shop to the front of the houses driveway and cleaned all the leaves of of it. Then I cleaned out my shop enough to get it inside. Then we had a bit of a freeze so last night I put my daily in the shop and tonight I put the GMC back beside the shop to get covered with leaves and gunk again. Poor thing . Attached Images

10-19-2018, 07:17 PM	#14
NoStopN Registered User Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 229	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter It got a shout out on Twitter by GMC. https://twitter.com/GMC/status/1053304723057635330 __________________ 1969 GMC 2500. 250 I6, 4-speed w/ granny low

10-19-2018, 07:51 PM	#15
Domingo Registered User Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Brentwood, North California Posts: 80	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Drank beer and replaced front wheel Bearings



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10-19-2018, 08:30 PM	#16
Canuckvetter How did I get this OLD! Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Lamont County, AB, CANADA Posts: 1,047	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I added the, new to this truck, door panels, deluxe knobs and deluxe glovebox door. Slowly building a patina CST. Thanks 1rippen6 for the armrests. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1539995052 Attached Images __________________ 1967 Oshawa built LWB Fleetside. 327,3 OTT, 515 Vermilion, CST, PS, PB, Shoulder Harness, Tach,Vac, Speed Warning, Choke Delete, Manual Throttle, Fawn interior. Dealer installed A/C 04/2015, N34 Rosewood Wheel 06/2023 Members who I have met personally. Metaldoc, chevnkevin, 62 Longbed, 72LHorn, 72MARIO, YBNORML, TBONE1964, Classic Bowties, Chevemall, Dagnabbitt.

10-20-2018, 10:19 AM	#17
70STOVEBOLT Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Winona Lake, IN Posts: 6,415	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Removed the doghouse and pulled the motor and trans to clean up the front third of the frame for paint. Attached Images __________________ 70 C/10 SWB 402/TH400/3.73 "The Needy Beast" 200,000 Mile Club Disc Brake Club Owner installed options: Front Sway Bar Power Steering Power Brakes Cigar Lighter Courtesy Lights Deluxe Side Markers Wiper Delay Sliding Rear Window Power Windows Power Locks Sniper EFI 2015 Silverado 1500 LS 4.3/6L80/3.23 lowered 2" front & rear

10-20-2018, 05:36 PM	#18
3757chevy Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Near Canon City ,Colorado Posts: 4,065	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Drove to work this afternoon. I had driven my Blazer this morning. Attached Images __________________ '35 1/2 ton Pickup (bought 2020) '68 C10 Suburban (bought 2021) '72 K5 Blazer (bought 2013) '67 Stepside (bought 1997-sold 2021) '96 Bronco Eddie Bauer (inherited 2010) My 1st day here-'67 C10(sold)and '72 K5 Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=702056 "Another Blue Chevy"(1935) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=799203 '68 Burb...https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=822994 MIKE

10-20-2018, 06:25 PM	#19
RodnRudy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: New Palestine In Posts: 932	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I "winterized" Old Red today. Replaced the "mags" with the ralleys and while I had the rear wheels off I replaced the brake shoes and painted the new drums I bought at Auto Zone. I've never liked the drums I got at NAPA, they were not concentric, and causing a pesky vibration. I'll finish buttoning her up tomorrow after the paint on the drums is dry and take her for a test drive. Attached Images __________________ Phil "Money is only a tool to create and achieve what you want most in life" PayPal: rodnrudy@comcast.net

10-20-2018, 08:28 PM	#20
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I traded some old 4 lug pony car wheels and tires for these to go on the front of my ramp truck. The guy said he bought them in 1970 and has had them on several trucks. They aren't perfect but they are perfect for the ramp truck! 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.

10-20-2018, 11:27 PM	#21
tommy3horse Registered User Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: St. Clair, Missouri Posts: 124	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Took my 17yr old out for a cruise around town. JJDa Boss and his his gang are here and all the po-po are there. I think i surprised the boy by laying rubber and making a lil too much noise...in the middle of town, sounded great. Tom __________________ 1972 GMC C1500 350/350 1965 Mustang 2+2 289 4spd, show-car 1965 Mustang Coupe 289 4spd, stoplight racer 1/2 dozen Wheelhorse Tractors

10-22-2018, 09:59 PM	#22
Steeveedee Who Changed This? Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Simi Valley, CA Posts: 10,698	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Put the new Cold Case radiator in. I've had heating problems with the 4-row brass radiator, even after flushing the snot out of it. I put the thing in and couldn't get the lower trans cooler line fitting installed to save my life. Took it back out and realized that the threads on those internal fittings were scrofulous. Brushed all the crud out, put the thing back in and the fittings threaded right in. Finished up, and went to buy a new burp bottle. Once I get it all sealed up, I'll drive it and make sure there are no leaks. Then...put in new coolant. Replaced the old heater control valve while I was at it. My FiL had installed shutoff valves like you see under the sink in one of the lines. I removed it for the flushing process, and was happy to see that the heater core didn't leak. I don't think that it is original. At least I hope not. Next, I'll be rebuilding the alternator. The front bearing is chuckling, and I don't know if it has ever been rebuilt. ETA- Took the truck to a steep hill and ran it up to 75 MPH. It's only 78º out, but the gauge stayed right at 190º, which is what the thermostat is rated at. Shut it off, let the temp climb while I was in buying Lottery tickets. Fired it up and it dropped right back down to 190º within a block. Problem fixed. Of course, this doesn't prove it will run cooler when towing the trailer in 100º weather. This truck always ran hot even with a new 4-row brass radiator. Anyone want to buy a used 4-row brass radiator cheap? __________________ ~Steven '70 Chevy 3/4T Longhorn CST 402/400/3.56 Custom Camper Simi Valley, CA Last edited by Steeveedee; 10-23-2018 at 06:22 PM. Reason: info about better cooling

10-27-2018, 03:47 PM	#23
RodnRudy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: New Palestine In Posts: 932	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I replaced the drivers side valve cover gasket. It was leaking at the bottom rear and the oil tracked down to the flex plate cover and dripped on the floor. I used Fel Pro gasket and Permatex Ultra Gray sealer. Hope this did the trick, I'll know tomorrow when I test drive her. Attached Images __________________ Phil "Money is only a tool to create and achieve what you want most in life" PayPal: rodnrudy@comcast.net

10-28-2018, 06:32 PM	#24
NoStopN Registered User Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Murfreesboro, TN Posts: 229	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter I planned to put the tail lights & reverse light in my donor bed, but I realized that I didn't have the screws needed to hold them to the bed. Does anyone know the thread pitch of screws that I'll need? With the first item on hold, I moved back to the last unfinished step. I got the bed lined up & bolted down, followed by the bed side to floor bolts that I could get in. Surprisingly, only 1 had to be left out. So, at least the bed won't rattle or fly off. But there won't be enough speed to make that happen if I don't have brake lights, turn signals, etc. Today was still progress, so it's all good. __________________ 1969 GMC 2500. 250 I6, 4-speed w/ granny low

10-28-2018, 06:53 PM	#25
yuccales Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 3,774	Re: What did you do to your truck today.The 3rd chapter Dump trip this morning. Wash and vacuum, tire rotate afterwards.

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