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**old Rusty C10** · 03-15-2009, 08:54 PM

i havent done anything to my own truck but ive been helping my son in law get his new to him baby blazer running good... yall?

87Lowrider · 03-15-2009, 09:02 PM

Weather finally broke here long enough for me to get some work done on the engine.

New 3/8" guide plates, Comp Cams Push Rods. Had a oiling problem, got it resolved finally.

Here's the final results:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=560iXjyBWCs&feature...

Road test time!

dammitmitchell · 03-15-2009, 09:05 PM

motor mounts.. spark plugs...
rewelded exhaust hangers (because the shop used crap metal)
annndd.. swapped my truck with my brother in law for a week so i can do a road trip..
prey my truck survives =-)

westie 666 · 03-15-2009, 09:15 PM

I too have just got my truck running after replacing cam, springs, lifters and oil pump. I now have 60+ psi oil pressure on cold start up, still have a few things to tidy up then off to get a new duel exhaust system.

**71blksuper4x4** · 03-15-2009, 09:21 PM

Followed up on a Omaha craigslist find from Feb. and it paid off, two nos door silverado door panels that had been dyed a couple years ago and a nos dash pad that had been dyed in a truck for less than 2-3 years for $125 for all. I know they have to be NOS stock because they are flawless and when I removed the dye, all of them were grey. Trevor

1984 swb chevy · 03-15-2009, 09:47 PM

Sold a set of 15inch Centerline Auto Drags that I had on craigslist . Went over to a friends house to check out his KP 6 link that he just installd. Nice kit. Spent some time searching the internet for some interior trim parts that I cant find.

pokethesmot · 03-15-2009, 10:04 PM

trying to get my truck to run with my uncle

flamingbig10 · 03-15-2009, 11:03 PM

I relocated my battery in my truck in the bed, using a Summit racing battery relocate kt, had a little problem, had the battery end to the starter touching the s on the starter , when I was hooking up the battery - end was sparking like crazy and the starter was making a clicking noise, so I adjusted the battery cable to starter no more problems, wile I was at it, and I decided to hook up an amp

**N2TRUX** · 03-15-2009, 11:12 PM

I said good bye to an old friend. It was a sad day to see my 82 Blazer get loaded up and go away. I hope the new owner treats her well..

Gregs71 · 03-16-2009, 12:33 AM

I took the speedo reducer off my TC so my speedo reads accurate after I had the gears changed to 4.10.

SBTork · 03-16-2009, 12:58 AM

I did plugs/wires/cap and rotor on the little 4.1 6er in my '82 just for piece of mind. It seems like it helped it idle a little more smooth, but it was just good to work on a square for the first time since november. Next on the list is to take the bed off and fix the holes in the roof. A good drop is on the list after that, but it's been bumped before

S10Fan · 03-16-2009, 05:16 AM

Drove to the other end of the state to visit my Mom in the hospital. Mom’s 86 and has been going down hill since my father died 4 years ago. Her latest illness has convinced her she has no business living by herself in the country. She will be moving in with my brother soon. Always the jokester, Mom has the nurses in stitches and they rotate bring her a strawberry milkshake from Hardees everyday. LOL.

While I was out there my brother and I drove by the buildings on the Virginia Tech campus where the mass murder took place in April 2007. We also visited the Memorial and my Mom is in the hospital where most of the injured were brought. The visit sure made life’s little annoyances go away.

D13 · 03-16-2009, 06:20 AM

Reassembled my lathe - got the wrong belts darn it! Hung all the trim in the daughter's bedroom, a couple hours of nail setting and the wife can finish it off. Finished the roof sheathing on my new parts shed.

Oh, and tore down the sticking front brakes on the 87 diesel. Got all the parts, should be back together by the end of the week (weather permitting).

bigblock73 · 03-16-2009, 08:16 AM

picked up a used set of aluminum slots, and some other 73-80 stuff.

Went on a road trip with a friend to Oklahoma to pick up a truck he purchased. It was a fun time...except for the boring drive thru Kansas and Iowa...wow there isn't much to see out there along I35.

grinch4om · 03-16-2009, 08:31 AM

took the 3" 2 chamber flows off and put marenont 103211 muffs on, 3" in and out, 3" inside and half as loud as the flows, no difference in seat of the pants feel. They fit a 93 c35oo HD pick up...the zone look up...44.95 ea. I now do not beckon the constablary when I drive...

*78 Chevyrado* · 03-16-2009, 10:24 AM

Went to eat lunch with my daughter at school. I remembered those little chairs being bigger last time I sat in one...lol

magwakeenercew2jh · 03-16-2009, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 87Lowrider

Weather finally broke here long enough for me to get some work done on the engine.
Here's the final results:....snip....
Road test time!

Very, very nice.

jchav62 · 03-16-2009, 10:51 AM

Didn't do much to the square this weekend, but we worked on my lady's '65...

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3200572

Driveway Dreams · 03-16-2009, 11:29 AM

Alright! My turn!

Did my suspension. Almost ready for spring cruises! My 86 White SWB feels alot better today. Took us about 9 hours from start to clean up. The Black truck is my buddy Jason's truck. Its called "The Ugly". Keep in mind that my tires got a little low on air from sitting for a while so picture it up about 2 inches from where it is and level. But its low.

Driveway Dreams · 03-16-2009, 11:32 AM

I had 1 more but it wont load. My 86 full size truck looks my 95 Civic right in the eyes.

pokethesmot · 03-16-2009, 11:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by magwakeenercew2jh

Very, very nice.

hey man no offense or nuthen but can you please change your display pic every time i go to a thread and your in it it scares the **** out of me cuz it looks like ur pic is looking at me

sswitzke · 03-16-2009, 11:50 AM

wheel bearings and u-joints on my 85 GMC.

Crush · 03-16-2009, 02:22 PM

Went to do a tune up over at my uncles place on Friday night before heading to Daytona.....both wheel cylinders decided to stop holding fluid....so 5 and a half hours later I have new drums, shoes and wheel cylinders on the K5. Spent Saturday doing what i was supposed to do Friday night...skipped Daytona and hit a nice little show in Gainesville...took home 1st in "Under Contruction"....LMAO.....I told them "Ummmm...it's finished...".....spent Sunday on the water and at a favorite local fish camp eating Crab Legs and Oysters...

pokethesmot · 03-16-2009, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Crush

Went to do a tune up over at my uncles place on Friday night before heading to Daytona.....both wheel cylinders decided to stop holding fluid....so 5 and a half hours later I have new drums, shoes and wheel cylinders on the K5. Spent Saturday doing what i was supposed to do Friday night...skipped Daytona and hit a nice little show in Gainesville...took home 1st in "Under Contruction"....LMAO.....I told them "Ummmm...it's finished...".....spent Sunday on the water and at a favorite local fish camp eating Crab Legs and Oysters...

that sounds like a real good weakend

Eighty-6 · 03-16-2009, 02:56 PM

On the truck got the new Boss 338's installed along with the sport bumper. Then cleaned up the garage.

Need to figure something out on the front center caps though.

03-15-2009, 08:54 PM	#1
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,310	the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 i havent done anything to my own truck but ive been helping my son in law get his new to him baby blazer running good... yall? __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

03-15-2009, 09:05 PM	#3
dammitmitchell the pollock Join Date: May 2008 Location: abilene, texas Posts: 4,423	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 motor mounts.. spark plugs... rewelded exhaust hangers (because the shop used crap metal) annndd.. swapped my truck with my brother in law for a week so i can do a road trip.. prey my truck survives =-) __________________ Jack of ALL trades, Master of none.. (but one... procrastination) Army vet 02-08 RIP El Jay! Miss you brother! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=343538 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=386042

03-15-2009, 09:15 PM	#4
westie 666 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: AUCKLAND NZ Posts: 264	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 I too have just got my truck running after replacing cam, springs, lifters and oil pump. I now have 60+ psi oil pressure on cold start up, still have a few things to tidy up then off to get a new duel exhaust system. __________________ 77 Cheyenne no longer in bits

03-15-2009, 09:21 PM	#5
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 Followed up on a Omaha craigslist find from Feb. and it paid off, two nos door silverado door panels that had been dyed a couple years ago and a nos dash pad that had been dyed in a truck for less than 2-3 years for $125 for all. I know they have to be NOS stock because they are flawless and when I removed the dye, all of them were grey. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

03-15-2009, 09:47 PM	#6
1984 swb chevy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: New Jersey Posts: 466	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 Sold a set of 15inch Centerline Auto Drags that I had on craigslist . Went over to a friends house to check out his KP 6 link that he just installd. Nice kit. Spent some time searching the internet for some interior trim parts that I cant find. __________________ 2010 Tahoe 1984 C10 2005 Harley FLH 1941 Willys Pickup (will never get it done) not for sale

03-15-2009, 10:04 PM	#7
pokethesmot profeshinaly unimployed Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: hazlehurst, GA Posts: 1,232	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 trying to get my truck to run with my uncle __________________ my ride click here my myspace "having mud flaps is like asking for a smaller trophy"

03-15-2009, 11:03 PM	#8
flamingbig10 6.0 powered square Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mesquite texas Posts: 3,459	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 I relocated my battery in my truck in the bed, using a Summit racing battery relocate kt, had a little problem, had the battery end to the starter touching the s on the starter , when I was hooking up the battery - end was sparking like crazy and the starter was making a clicking noise, so I adjusted the battery cable to starter no more problems, wile I was at it, and I decided to hook up an amp __________________ Aaron 1980 c-10 short bed lowered, cammed 6.0, 4l80e 3600 stall, smp tune, wilwoods, and flames best time so far best et 7.86 @87 on motor 7.57 90 on a 75 shot Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283326

03-15-2009, 11:12 PM	#9
N2TRUX Happy to be here Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Cypress, TX Posts: 39,021	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 I said good bye to an old friend. It was a sad day to see my 82 Blazer get loaded up and go away. I hope the new owner treats her well.. __________________ Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @N2trux.com Articles- "Jake" the 84 to 74 crewcab "Elwood" the77_Remix 85 GMC Sierra "Scarlett" "Refining Sierra"

03-16-2009, 12:33 AM	#10
Gregs71 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Amador County, Ca. Posts: 229	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 I took the speedo reducer off my TC so my speedo reads accurate after I had the gears changed to 4.10. __________________ 1995 GMC 4x4 1/2 ton 1999 Jeep Wrangler w/ 33's 68 camaro 350/350 1987 Chevy 3/4 ton 4x4 Suzuki DRZ 400s Dual Sport 1971 chevy long bed 2x4 194? Dodge 2.5 ton 1980 Chevy Cheyenne 4x4 1/2 ton I6/sm455 1989 Chevy V30 crewcab dually 454/TH400

03-16-2009, 12:58 AM	#11
SBTork Garage wrench Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: LaCrosse, WI Posts: 1,855	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 I did plugs/wires/cap and rotor on the little 4.1 6er in my '82 just for piece of mind. It seems like it helped it idle a little more smooth, but it was just good to work on a square for the first time since november. Next on the list is to take the bed off and fix the holes in the roof. A good drop is on the list after that, but it's been bumped before __________________ -Adam 90 V1500 GMC Suburban 350/700R4/NP241..... 01 Saturn SL1 stock DD.....

03-16-2009, 05:16 AM	#12
S10Fan Old Heap Driver Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Newport News, Va Posts: 2,642	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 Drove to the other end of the state to visit my Mom in the hospital. Mom’s 86 and has been going down hill since my father died 4 years ago. Her latest illness has convinced her she has no business living by herself in the country. She will be moving in with my brother soon. Always the jokester, Mom has the nurses in stitches and they rotate bring her a strawberry milkshake from Hardees everyday. LOL. While I was out there my brother and I drove by the buildings on the Virginia Tech campus where the mass murder took place in April 2007. We also visited the Memorial and my Mom is in the hospital where most of the injured were brought. The visit sure made life’s little annoyances go away. __________________ _____________________________ Bryan '99 Silverado 1500, 4.3, 5-speed, reg cab, short bed '50 Chevy 2DR Hard Top, 350/350, M2 Front End, 3:08 gear, cruiser. '40 F**d Sedan, all Chevy power, Heidt's front end, TCI rear, nice driver.

03-16-2009, 06:20 AM	#13
D13 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Memphis MI Posts: 1,851	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 Reassembled my lathe - got the wrong belts darn it! Hung all the trim in the daughter's bedroom, a couple hours of nail setting and the wife can finish it off. Finished the roof sheathing on my new parts shed. Oh, and tore down the sticking front brakes on the 87 diesel. Got all the parts, should be back together by the end of the week (weather permitting). __________________ 1987 2 ton 1982 250/TH350 beater in progress Dad's 1981 3/4 L6 3 on tree posi and no options, awaiting restoration or scrapping Plus a mess o' tractors

03-16-2009, 08:16 AM	#14
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,824	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 picked up a used set of aluminum slots, and some other 73-80 stuff. Went on a road trip with a friend to Oklahoma to pick up a truck he purchased. It was a fun time...except for the boring drive thru Kansas and Iowa...wow there isn't much to see out there along I35. __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

03-16-2009, 08:31 AM	#15
grinch4om dang its hot Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: frankfort kentucky Posts: 1,349	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 took the 3" 2 chamber flows off and put marenont 103211 muffs on, 3" in and out, 3" inside and half as loud as the flows, no difference in seat of the pants feel. They fit a 93 c35oo HD pick up...the zone look up...44.95 ea. I now do not beckon the constablary when I drive... Last edited by grinch4om; 03-16-2009 at 08:32 AM.

03-16-2009, 10:24 AM	#16
78 Chevyrado Account Suspended Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Unnapreciative, Trollville Posts: 2,079	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 Went to eat lunch with my daughter at school. I remembered those little chairs being bigger last time I sat in one...lol



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03-16-2009, 10:51 AM	#18
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 Didn't do much to the square this weekend, but we worked on my lady's '65... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3200572 __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

03-16-2009, 11:29 AM	#19
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 Alright! My turn! Did my suspension. Almost ready for spring cruises! My 86 White SWB feels alot better today. Took us about 9 hours from start to clean up. The Black truck is my buddy Jason's truck. Its called "The Ugly". Keep in mind that my tires got a little low on air from sitting for a while so picture it up about 2 inches from where it is and level. But its low. Attached Images Last edited by Driveway Dreams; 03-16-2009 at 11:33 AM.

03-16-2009, 11:32 AM	#20
Driveway Dreams I have car A.D.D. Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Greeley, Northern Colorado Posts: 4,147	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 I had 1 more but it wont load. My 86 full size truck looks my 95 Civic right in the eyes.

03-16-2009, 11:50 AM	#22
sswitzke Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Buffalo, MO Posts: 589	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 wheel bearings and u-joints on my 85 GMC. __________________ 1967 Chevy long bed 1966 Chevy short stepside

03-16-2009, 02:22 PM	#23
Crush Active Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 307	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 Went to do a tune up over at my uncles place on Friday night before heading to Daytona.....both wheel cylinders decided to stop holding fluid....so 5 and a half hours later I have new drums, shoes and wheel cylinders on the K5. Spent Saturday doing what i was supposed to do Friday night...skipped Daytona and hit a nice little show in Gainesville...took home 1st in "Under Contruction"....LMAO.....I told them "Ummmm...it's finished...".....spent Sunday on the water and at a favorite local fish camp eating Crab Legs and Oysters... __________________ D.M.C -FF-

03-16-2009, 02:56 PM	#25
Eighty-6 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Round Rock, Tx Posts: 249	Re: the pre st pattys what did you get done this week thread 3/15 On the truck got the new Boss 338's installed along with the sport bumper. Then cleaned up the garage. Need to figure something out on the front center caps though. Attached Images Last edited by Eighty-6; 03-16-2009 at 03:04 PM. Reason: adding pics

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