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Raked 64 · 04-24-2012, 09:25 PM

I am in the process of reassembling my 64 shortbed fleetside. I fired the 406 SBC last week and it smoked like a coal burner. Engine had been sitting for 3 years. (this truck restoration has been a 20yr process)
So after all of the time and attention to detail. I pulled the engine and tranny back out to disassemble the freshly painted engine and find out why #7 hole is spewing oil.

I guess an oil ring is stuck. Really stinks as this engine has 20 min on it!!

I am so close to finishing this thing! Assembly is torture! lol

monolith · 04-24-2012, 11:14 PM

Vacuumed out the big panel, did some test fitting for the storage benches for the back, flushed the radiator and refilled with new coolant for summer. Installed new temp gauge, installed new gas gauge, hooked up the speedo, pulled the front bumper. It's nice to be back working on the trucks again.
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Raked 64 · 04-25-2012, 11:30 AM

I worked on the interior last night as well. Trying to get the seat belts fitted and test fit the carpet and door panels etc.
I am thinking about wrapping the door panels in black vinyl?

3rd Coast Z · 04-25-2012, 01:52 PM

I got my bed a little closer to level and adjusted the panhard bar so I can drive higher. Also removed my instrument panel trying to figure out how to do the gauges.

62 Barnfind · 04-25-2012, 03:38 PM

Installed my u-joint, painted the drive shaft and re-intalled. I also filled the holes from the gun rack I removed.

Ta2Don · 04-25-2012, 04:45 PM

Hey Raked 64,
What steering column are you using?

CdM · 04-25-2012, 04:58 PM

Busting 46 years of caked up tranny fluid and dirt off the btm of the cab.. fun fun

E911manager · 04-25-2012, 05:01 PM

Halfway through a Scotts BBW install (What a great guy to deal with!!!).. Hope to finish it in a couple of days...

dallas71 · 04-25-2012, 05:08 PM

tore down the front clip of my truck and now i find out that a replacement core support is a necessity!! that is what happens when you start tearing down...!!

62 Barnfind · 04-25-2012, 08:29 PM

Installed the generator wiring harness.

Kas66c10 · 04-26-2012, 09:14 PM

Tried to fix gas gauge with new sender/wire. Still no luck. Barely moves off empty. Wonder if I have 90 ohm gauge with 30 ohm sender?

Try again tomorrow.
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big_rig · 04-26-2012, 06:26 PM

I added oil... She's sucking a lot back these days. Then drove it to make sure some of that oil went to good use.
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CRGRS 66 · 04-26-2012, 09:08 PM

1/4-28 rod, and a rod yoke, what do you think?

62 Barnfind · 04-26-2012, 09:09 PM

Started sanding and pulling dents.

rendus · 04-26-2012, 10:31 PM

Replaced my column shifter bushings and aligned the shifter arms. Put the name decals on the front bumper and tailgate.

K5 Addiction · 04-27-2012, 12:18 AM

Mounted & plumbed my new 1961 Schlitz keg in the bed of my truck. Tomorrow the stock tank comes out & the old fuel filler neck come gets shaved off.

mud.man.rj · 04-27-2012, 12:49 AM

Now the cops will pull you over and say,,what's in the keg.

Woogeroo · 04-27-2012, 03:59 AM

rotated the tires, front to back.

pulled the drums and checked the shoes for wear.

checked the fluids while I was dirty.

-W

robber grin · 04-27-2012, 09:55 PM

Started pulling the front torsion-bar crossmember - 3 bolts out and a bunch to go.

CRGRS 66 · 04-27-2012, 10:09 PM

I added a second yoke at the carb, and switched to socket head shoulder bolts. I am very pleased with the result. A before, and an after for ya

CRGRS 66 · 04-27-2012, 10:14 PM

the new intake, coil, and painting of some of the bits and pieces helps too!

dantimdad · 04-27-2012, 10:57 PM

ordered 108 button head stainless steel bolts and washers in different sizes to replace all the visible bolts on the engine, inner fenders, fenders, etc.

Even if my painting sucks, the bolts will look good!

We finally decided on the color scheme - dark purple with the tan silverado interior. Going to fab up a vinyl over fiberglass shell dash cap and headliner and cover the door panels in the vinyl as well.

I will be so glad to get all the patch panels in so we can start, sanding and painting.

Steven

64shortbox · 04-27-2012, 11:46 PM

dantimdad,
For your button head stainless bolts, you might want to check out the Mc Master-Carr catalog and get some of the clear nylon flat washers to place under the button head bolts for the inner fenders etc. to protect the paint from scratching or marring. Just a thought.

CRGRS 66 · 04-27-2012, 11:51 PM

Terry
Saw the pictures you linked me to, very, very nice looking truck sir!
They all need some work, no matter how good the look.
I am off to bed now, want to get an early start at finishing up me intake swap, and get the old girl back on the road, need a fix!
Craigerr

dantimdad · 04-28-2012, 12:25 AM

64shortbox,

Thanks for the tip!

I will order some.

Steven

04-24-2012, 09:25 PM	#1
Raked 64 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: central, IL Posts: 119	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I am in the process of reassembling my 64 shortbed fleetside. I fired the 406 SBC last week and it smoked like a coal burner. Engine had been sitting for 3 years. (this truck restoration has been a 20yr process) So after all of the time and attention to detail. I pulled the engine and tranny back out to disassemble the freshly painted engine and find out why #7 hole is spewing oil. I guess an oil ring is stuck. Really stinks as this engine has 20 min on it!! I am so close to finishing this thing! Assembly is torture! lol

04-24-2012, 11:14 PM	#2
monolith Zero Albedo Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: San Gabriel, California Posts: 478	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Vacuumed out the big panel, did some test fitting for the storage benches for the back, flushed the radiator and refilled with new coolant for summer. Installed new temp gauge, installed new gas gauge, hooked up the speedo, pulled the front bumper. It's nice to be back working on the trucks again. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Baz "Deserve's got nothin' to do with it." 66 GMC 1500 wideside longbed 250 4spd "Project Rekker"http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=467467 65 GMC 1Ton Panelhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...32#post4794432 65 Chevy Panel (former U.S.Navy truck) 64 Chevy Suburban Carryall 4x4http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358348 64 GMC 1000 wideside longbed 305 4spdhttp://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s....php?p=3600890(Rip- parts truck now) 68 Dodge Charger

04-25-2012, 11:30 AM	#3
Raked 64 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: central, IL Posts: 119	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I worked on the interior last night as well. Trying to get the seat belts fitted and test fit the carpet and door panels etc. I am thinking about wrapping the door panels in black vinyl? Attached Images

04-25-2012, 01:52 PM	#4
3rd Coast Z Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Friendswood, TX Posts: 45	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I got my bed a little closer to level and adjusted the panhard bar so I can drive higher. Also removed my instrument panel trying to figure out how to do the gauges.

04-25-2012, 03:38 PM	#5
62 Barnfind Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Salado, Tx Posts: 1,374	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Installed my u-joint, painted the drive shaft and re-intalled. I also filled the holes from the gun rack I removed. __________________ John Z 1962 Chevy C10 Stepside 62 Barnfind My build tread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=507513

04-25-2012, 04:45 PM	#6
Ta2Don Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Searcy, AR Posts: 4,203	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Hey Raked 64, What steering column are you using?

04-25-2012, 04:58 PM	#7
CdM Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oceano,CA Posts: 157	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Busting 46 years of caked up tranny fluid and dirt off the btm of the cab.. fun fun __________________ Build Thread 66 custom cab lwb http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=465726 66 fleet lwb- In process 64 k10 10inch lift 38.5's- In process 92k1500 400hp on 38.5-parts truck now 8(

04-25-2012, 05:01 PM	#8
E911manager Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Blanchard Oklahoma Posts: 424	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Halfway through a Scotts BBW install (What a great guy to deal with!!!).. Hope to finish it in a couple of days... __________________ My Build CAPRICKUP 1964 Chevy SWB on a 94 Caprice http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=492640

04-25-2012, 05:08 PM	#9
dallas71 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Corinth,TX Posts: 444	Re: What did you do to your truck today? tore down the front clip of my truck and now i find out that a replacement core support is a necessity!! that is what happens when you start tearing down...!! __________________ My 1966 LWB Truck My 1966 SWB Truck

04-25-2012, 08:29 PM	#10
62 Barnfind Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Salado, Tx Posts: 1,374	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Installed the generator wiring harness. __________________ John Z 1962 Chevy C10 Stepside 62 Barnfind My build tread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=507513 Last edited by 62 Barnfind; 04-25-2012 at 08:49 PM.

04-26-2012, 09:14 PM	#11
Kas66c10 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Davidson, nc Posts: 11	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Tried to fix gas gauge with new sender/wire. Still no luck. Barely moves off empty. Wonder if I have 90 ohm gauge with 30 ohm sender? Try again tomorrow. Posted via Mobile Device

04-26-2012, 06:26 PM	#12
big_rig Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: X Posts: 25	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I added oil... She's sucking a lot back these days. Then drove it to make sure some of that oil went to good use. Posted via Mobile Device

04-26-2012, 09:08 PM	#13
CRGRS 66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,771	Re: What did you do to your truck today? 1/4-28 rod, and a rod yoke, what do you think?

04-26-2012, 09:09 PM	#14
62 Barnfind Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Salado, Tx Posts: 1,374	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Started sanding and pulling dents. __________________ John Z 1962 Chevy C10 Stepside 62 Barnfind My build tread: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=507513

04-26-2012, 10:31 PM	#15
rendus Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: smyrna tn Posts: 221	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Replaced my column shifter bushings and aligned the shifter arms. Put the name decals on the front bumper and tailgate. __________________ '66 C10 250 3-on-the-tree '68 Galaxie 460/C6 '74 914 2.0



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04-27-2012, 12:18 AM	#16
K5 Addiction Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Tennessee Posts: 404	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Mounted & plumbed my new 1961 Schlitz keg in the bed of my truck. Tomorrow the stock tank comes out & the old fuel filler neck come gets shaved off. Attached Images

04-27-2012, 12:49 AM	#17
mud.man.rj Registered User Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Creighton Sask. Canada Posts: 4,121	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Now the cops will pull you over and say,,what's in the keg.

04-27-2012, 03:59 AM	#18
Woogeroo Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: tool box Posts: 3,115	Re: What did you do to your truck today? rotated the tires, front to back. pulled the drums and checked the shoes for wear. checked the fluids while I was dirty. -W

04-27-2012, 09:55 PM	#19
robber grin Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Sunny Youngwood PA Posts: 463	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Started pulling the front torsion-bar crossmember - 3 bolts out and a bunch to go.

04-27-2012, 10:09 PM	#20
CRGRS 66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,771	Re: What did you do to your truck today? I added a second yoke at the carb, and switched to socket head shoulder bolts. I am very pleased with the result. A before, and an after for ya Attached Images

04-27-2012, 10:14 PM	#21
CRGRS 66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,771	Re: What did you do to your truck today? the new intake, coil, and painting of some of the bits and pieces helps too!

04-27-2012, 10:57 PM	#22
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	Re: What did you do to your truck today? ordered 108 button head stainless steel bolts and washers in different sizes to replace all the visible bolts on the engine, inner fenders, fenders, etc. Even if my painting sucks, the bolts will look good! We finally decided on the color scheme - dark purple with the tan silverado interior. Going to fab up a vinyl over fiberglass shell dash cap and headliner and cover the door panels in the vinyl as well. I will be so glad to get all the patch panels in so we can start, sanding and painting. Steven __________________ “Life is and will ever remain an equation incapable of solution, but it contains certain known factors.” - Nikola Tesla Matt. 6:27 "Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?” http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=507266&page=2

04-27-2012, 11:46 PM	#23
64shortbox Registered User Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Tulare, CA Posts: 734	Re: What did you do to your truck today? dantimdad, For your button head stainless bolts, you might want to check out the Mc Master-Carr catalog and get some of the clear nylon flat washers to place under the button head bolts for the inner fenders etc. to protect the paint from scratching or marring. Just a thought.

04-27-2012, 11:51 PM	#24
CRGRS 66 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cambridge, Ontario, Canada Posts: 1,771	Re: What did you do to your truck today? Terry Saw the pictures you linked me to, very, very nice looking truck sir! They all need some work, no matter how good the look. I am off to bed now, want to get an early start at finishing up me intake swap, and get the old girl back on the road, need a fix! Craigerr

04-28-2012, 12:25 AM	#25
dantimdad Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Hartselle, Al. Posts: 466	Re: What did you do to your truck today? 64shortbox, Thanks for the tip! I will order some. Steven __________________ “Life is and will ever remain an equation incapable of solution, but it contains certain known factors.” - Nikola Tesla Matt. 6:27 "Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?” http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...=507266&page=2

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