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  1. OldBlueDually

    TH400--Steel Transmission Lines VS Flexible

    I wanted to do that also, but with the combo I was after a couple of people including my transmission guy said I would've destroyed the transmission due to the torque, and weight of my truck. I really wanted to run a Muncie Rock Crusher 4-speed and Hurst shifter, would've been fun as heck! I...
  2. OldBlueDually

    TH400--Steel Transmission Lines VS Flexible

    Well I got them done tonight, turns out I bought the dark greenish colored copper line, so it bent ok...my bender mildly made a flatter spot than I wanted on a couple bends, and I was able to hand bend some of it also. A few hours of work and had to re-flare the lower one because it was too...
  3. OldBlueDually

    TH400--Steel Transmission Lines VS Flexible

    Hey guys, thanks for the input! I always battle myself in my own mind sometimes about this stuff, so I figured just barf it out into words and let you guys give some advice that have actually done this before. @Ricko1966 it is helpful, if you always do it there is a reason for it...
  4. OldBlueDually

    TH400--Steel Transmission Lines VS Flexible

    Hey Gents, I currently purchase two 60 inch straight lengths of 5/16" line for my new transmission (Olds TH400 in my dually), and was going to bend them to fit, probably have to re-flare/double-flare one end which is fine as I have the tools. Then I got to thinking, everything is "in the way"...
  5. OldBlueDually

    TH350 dipstick tube and dipstick for a TH400???

    I actually ended up buying this one here, and I'm glad I did, she fit perfect!!!! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009Q7A01W/ Mounted easily enough, the problem came when I had to remove my trans bolt, crap is so close the bolt wouldn't come out, so I had to remove my tailshaft mount to lower...
  6. OldBlueDually

    TH350 dipstick tube and dipstick for a TH400???

    So whatever came of this thread? This thread pertains to what I am dealing with. I am personally looking for an ORIGINAL dipstick for my TH400 (Olds TH400, should be same as Chevy TH400, both have rubber grommet) in my truck! Everything so far I have come across has complete crap reviews. My...
  7. OldBlueDually

    '76 Crew Cab Dually 1-Ton 2WD (not mine!)

    This one is for sale literally a few miles up the road from me---I do not plan to buy it, don't need another project (well, trying not to buy it!!), but this looks like a dang good start to what could be a very sweet ride, and for a decent price...
  8. OldBlueDually

    Dual tank wiring

    I've actually been using the passengers side tank constantly since the truck has been on the road, I've never put fuel into the drivers side. You're right, these lines are a bit firm but look to have been replaced ages ago. Hose clamps are accessible to disconnect from solenoid/selector, but...
  9. OldBlueDually

    Dual tank wiring

    Well, I'm 50% there :) Did more work on this. Pass side ground was bad, terminal fell off, so I terminated a wire to existing with new terminal, cleaned frame, used star washer and reattached. Drivers side ground was loose, so took it all apart, cleaned all surfaces and terminal, used a star...
  10. OldBlueDually

    Dual tank wiring

    Well, nevermind my above post about having it terminated incorrect. I remembered that if I take that connection and ground it out, my gauge should go to E, sure enough it did. So that tells me either I have a bad sending unit, or a bad ground. I will assume a ground. Of course the ground is in...
  11. OldBlueDually

    Dual tank wiring

    Gents---need some help here. My fuel gauge has NEVER worked, and I am working on it now. Turns out I had that long@s$ tan wire on the passengers side frame rail terminated wrong. I want to fix this first before proceeding if it doesn't fix the fuel guage. Simple question: Where in the hell is...
  12. OldBlueDually

    Wheel and tire size help!!

    Welcome! Cool truck you have, I am bias to the 73-78's but hey, I like them all :cool: @ChuckN mentioned me in the post, otherwise I did not see this. To answer your question, with a 2/4, or a 3/4 drop, you do NOT need a C-notch and you can run your stock size tire no problem at all, as others...
  13. OldBlueDually

    '81 C30 Regular cab DRW Drop

    I found it on their site, here is the 3/4 drop you want: https://switchsuspension.com/chevrolet-c-20-c-30-1973-1991-deluxe-3-4-drop-kit/ Personally, I'd do the above, and get the shocks you want to get.
  14. OldBlueDually

    '81 C30 Regular cab DRW Drop

    @RottenSquare I'd highly recommend switch suspension. If you are serious about lowering your truck a couple inches, call these guys up first and let them know what you would like to do, they will tell you exactly what to buy for a kit--Or tell you exactly what you need to get from them to do it...
  15. OldBlueDually

    What have you done to your square lately??

    I'm kinda odd too!! I thought previous maybe WWII army helmets modified, or mended 55 Caddy air cleaners into an oval, and then Flathead oil baths came to mind when I was chatting with my dad and he was going through his Flathead stuff, we've got a bunch and I thought it would be odd, and very...
  16. OldBlueDually

    What have you done to your square lately??

    My buddy made that holder for me, GM Carbine 30's shot from the same era gun, walnut wood used. His folks own a gun shop, and collect also!
  17. OldBlueDually

    What have you done to your square lately??

    For once instead of finding out the hard way, I did some reading first! Found out my tunnel ram won't work with my current HEI Olds distributor---I need a small diameter distributor, so a new HEI will be purchased soon. In the meantime, I decided I want to run some old fashioned air cleaners...
  18. OldBlueDually

    Need painting advice--Pre-primed plastic Bumper Cover

    Thanks for the info. If this was steel I'd be done already. I've done many restorations, but never have dealt with plastic until now! So, totally all new to me, but since I'm a tightwad I want to spray it myself :Big Laugh:
  19. OldBlueDually

    Need painting advice--Pre-primed plastic Bumper Cover

    Glad we are thinking the same :) Can an adhesion promoter be added to the color? This is all new to me, so as usual I am learning as I go!
  20. OldBlueDually

    Need painting advice--Pre-primed plastic Bumper Cover

    Gent's, I need your advice on how to properly paint an aftermarket (not OEM) plastic bumper cover that came with black waterborne primer on it. My wife smashed into a deer with her 2013 Chrysler Town & Country--took out the front end. I have the parts now (finally) and want to paint up the...
  21. OldBlueDually

    Pulling Sucks--2001 Suburban 3/4 ton--6.0

    Thanks gents!! I will hook up a vacuum gauge & also run a can of that cataclean mentioned just to be sure, I will certainly update the transmission cooler either way no matter what. As for plugs & wires---I have never done them on this rig, yet. Not a bad idea just to start fresh. O2 sensors...
  22. OldBlueDually

    Show me your 8 lug wheels!

    Here is some 8-lugs. What was on it (16.5" rims) and what is on it now (16" rims)..
  23. OldBlueDually

    Pulling Sucks--2001 Suburban 3/4 ton--6.0

    Gent's, beyond getting a suburban like I should have with the 8.1, is there anything I can do with my 6.0 to make it pull our camper better in "not perfect" conditions (perfect conditions being no wind, no hills, cool temps)? I am pulling a 34' (bumper to hitch) tandem axle travel trailer...
  24. OldBlueDually

    What have you done to your square lately??

    Edelbrock 500 cfm carbs. Spacers, not a bad idea! Not going for performance now, just a cool factor!
  25. OldBlueDually

    What have you done to your square lately??

    This arrived :cool: Truck hood top is about 14.5 inches, so some should hang out nicely!!

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