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  1. My78truck

    Gas Gauge issue

    I had my original sending unit replaced about 3 years ago because I had needle bounce when driving. Everything was fine, at least I thought, until today. I decided to drive my truck around today running as much of the gas out currently in the tank out without running out. I started at 1/2...
  2. My78truck

    Rochester 4-bbl quadrajet idle on 1978 Chevy 1/2 ton

    Thanks. I actually have an original service manual and in quickly looking through it did not find the specs until after posting. Thanks though.
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    Rochester 4-bbl quadrajet idle on 1978 Chevy 1/2 ton

    Had a friend come down and he was able to get it set. Just needed a few turns of a screw here and there. Sounds like it should both at high idle and in gear. Gotta love someone who can tune by ear. Thanks. BTW, stock engine and about 500 feet above sea level. Thanks for the help.
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    Rochester 4-bbl quadrajet idle on 1978 Chevy 1/2 ton

    Can someone please help me. My idle is messed up/set too low. When I start my truck, it wants to stall out 3-4 times before the idle sticks. Will idle at a low rpm before ramping up to high rpm until warmed up. Can someone please provide the specs for a Rochester 4-bbl quadrajet. Thank you
  5. My78truck

    Power Steering pump

    So Rock Auto has the best price on Lares, so going to order a new one (1/2 of what O'Reilley charges :confused: . BUT!!! They offer a 1 or 2 bolt attachment. Other than ordering both what are the chances that it is a 2-bolt attachment?
  6. My78truck

    Power Steering pump

    Okay, thanks for the input. Now, if it were YOUR beloved 45 year old, one owner, pampered and would like to be buried in it, truck, which one would you feel comfortable installing. Honestly, I only need it to last another 20-25 years because I will probably be ashes-to-ashes by then. The...
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    Power Steering pump

    Okay, Thanks to everyone for their replies. I have decided that I am going to have a new pump installed. I do not have the confidence to do it myself and the last time the other person here decided that "we could do it ourselves", the heater core was removed and it took 2 years to get back in...
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    Truck for sale in Virginia

    Thanks. Hope he can give it a good home. I hate to see it unloved and just sitting there. I would give it a good home but I don't have the money I think/see that one is going to need. I have a feeling something is really bad with it. Last inspection was 3/20. My guess would be engine...
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    Truck for sale in Virginia

    Yeah, I saw that also. Gotta work with what the locals think they know. :confused:
  10. My78truck

    Truck for sale in Virginia

    Yes, the BP on Rt. 151, near new Vol. Fire Department. I don't go further south often. I am not looking to buy one. Just thought I would post it incase someone was looking for a fixerl-upper, which I am sure it is.
  11. My78truck

    Truck for sale in Virginia

    Hello all. This truck has been sitting down at my local BP station in Afton, VA (near Wintergreen Resort) for a few months. A "For Sale" sign just showed up. I know nothing about this truck or what exactly is wrong with it nor do I know the person that has it up for sale. Body needs some...
  12. My78truck

    Boom Mat under hood

    My cats go out. I have some that are mighty hunters and sometimes bring me a present only to crunch it up inside. They also rule the dogs and the dog beds. Ripped the insulation out so no more enticing bedding availability. I use bags with mothballs in my trashcans to detract the bears (so...
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    Here we go

    Walked that path like 2 years ago. It is a true labor of love. Take your time, have lots of patience and enjoy the end result. I still cannot believe I totally re-did mine top to bottom all by my little lonesome.
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    Boom Mat under hood

    Hi, thanks. That is the problem. I did buy a new hood liner and clips and Mickey Mouse decided it would make nice bedding material and built a nest up in the nose of the hood over the latch loop and invited their friend to build a nest further back and then store their acron trash under the...
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    Power Steering pump

    Okay, I need some advice as my ORIGINAL power steering pump is leaking on my '78 C10. So, I am in need of some advice. Should I...... 1 - have it rebuilt (if I can find someone) 2- buy remanufactured Delco and if so where should I order from 3-buy new - would prefer no "Made in China", if...
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    VARMITS

    That is what I am thinking. I just want the underside of the hood to look nice. So, if I were to paint the underside of the hood, what would you suggest. Thinking some sort of paint that is heat tolerant, but not like engine paint.
  17. My78truck

    VARMITS

    Whew - what a mess. Those litte SOBs are so destructive. Thanks to everyone for the suggestions. Going to try some traps up in the engine area and maybe a catch bucket set up as well as going out and start it and drive it more.
  18. My78truck

    Boom Mat under hood

    I am considering using the spray-on Boom Mat on the underside of my hood. Anyone ever done this?
  19. My78truck

    VARMITS

    Fairly certain it was a mouse. Nest not that big. Never had a mouse build a nest there before. I will just have to be more proactive and go out and disturb them more. I have been a very bad owner. Haven't been out and messing around the truck much over winter. Of course the little F***er...
  20. My78truck

    VARMITS

    Yeah, except not sure how you keep the moth balls from rolling out.
  21. My78truck

    VARMITS

    When not in use the truck if parked under a carport. It is not a daily driver and only driven sparingly other than started up every once in a while. I have 5 dogs on the otherside of the fence and cats that roam the area.
  22. My78truck

    VARMITS

    Not sure if this is where I need to post. A little friend decided that they would build a nest in my hood latch area and use my new fiberglass Hood insulation as bedding. can anyone tell me if they have seen or no or can suggest how to cover these holes so the Little Critters can't get in. Thanks
  23. My78truck

    Air vent valve replacement

    I found thin raft foam at tge dollar store and then cut it to fit
  24. My78truck

    Gas gauge reads max 1/2

    Mine did the same thing and I had the tank dropped and a new unit installed in the tank. The float was shot after 40 years.
  25. My78truck

    Hello from Virginia

    Thanks. Everywhere I go I get ask. I was actually in a drive through and admiring the shiny new burgandy chevy truck in front of me when the driver got out and came back to me and ask if I wanted to sell it. I am flattered, but it does get old. So, I just decided to add some levity to the...

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