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    Tach conversion kits

    After reading many threads and watching videos on retrofitting new gauges into factor bezel, I opted to go the Intellitronix route too. The gauges mount into factory holes in the bezel. Easy retrofit. No more flimsy circuit panel either and twist in bulbs. I always get positive comments on them.
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    Brake Lines Copper or Steel

    +1 for Ni-COP - easy to bend and flare. I was total NOOB at flaring and did my entire truck without an issue. Watched a Youtube video and I was off and running.
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    preformed brake lines

    Another option is to buy the nickel/copper tubing off Amazon or your favorite store and make your own. It bends easy and shouldn't rust. Cheaper and way easier to work with compared to stainless lines. I bought a flaring tool and it worked great. This was my first time doing this and would...
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    What is everyone's go to for converting rusty frames nice looking frames

    I used POR15 cab back. Learned the hard way though. If you paint any bolt threads with POR 15, you're gonna have a really hard time removing them later on. Cab forward and under cab I did Corroseal to prevent this. On a lumber rack, I refinished, I used Eastwoods paint over rust. It was...
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    Gauge question

    I was having issues finding a temp sensor that worked with Vortec engine and factory gauge. Considered aftermarket gauges but cost was high and retrofit looked like a PIA. Ended up buying Intellitronix digital gauge set on sale for $200. Has 5" tach where old gas gauge was and the new circuit...
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    Backfire through carburetor

    AS WesN just posted, i had the backfire through the carb issue too on a truck i bought. Removed valve covers started engine and found lifter not moving. Tightened it a bit and restarted. Still not moving. Deduced must be worn cam lobe. I now have a Vortec engine with roller cam.
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    350 Vortec headers

    I have the Vortec engine in my truck too. Temporarily used the stock exhaust manifolds from original engine until purchased headers. I went with the cheap Jegs $99 headers on sale. Two cans of paint stripper and temp paint came off easily. Repainted with exhaust paint. Fitment was great and...
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    Anybody use these low tension hood springs?

    After getting a slight bend in my brand new hood using new hinges and springs, I ordered a pair of low tension springs from Jegs. They work great and there is still plenty of tension to hold the hood up. I only wish I had put the low tension springs on the same time I replaced the hood.
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    How much should new exhaust cost??

    Just did mine: Jegs Headers $109.99 (on sale) (temp paint stripped and repainted with high-temp exhaust paint - was much easier than I thought it would be) summit racing dynomax pipes $144 https://www.summitracing.com/parts/WLK-89007 AP Xlerator stainless mufflers $65.98 ($32.99 each)...
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    86 Sierra Classic. Bad Block... Now what?

    I just installed an L31 engine (12530283) over the past few weekends. Got it finished this past weekend. Don't have any drive time yet. I'm a newbe at this so it took a while as I took my time and asked lots of questions. Main reasons I went with a crate, I'm not a mechanic and don't have...

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