Thanks all for the comments and suggestions. I will reach out to a local engine shop and see the price for all of the machine work. I might just go with an engine replacement to save some headaches.
I'm looking for a recommendation for an engine rebuild kit for my 1975 GMC 1/2 ton PU with the 5.7 350 engine. Any information would be very much appreciated.
Thanks.
@Mr Clean, thanks for that. That's the direction I think I'm going to head, but it's good to hear that it's an "easy fix."
Any recommendations on a 110 Welder? (Flame wars start now, I suppose.)
Driver's rear panel
Driver's front fender
Passenger side door
Passenger side rear panel
Here's the rest of the visible rusted-out spots, @Grit dog. Overall not horrible, but still needs some attention. Not sure if that front fender is worth saving with a patch or just replacing it all.
@Grit dog
All of the documentation I have and the VIN indicate it's a 1/2 ton.
That's what I'm leaning toward for the bed. I'll need to start searching for a replacement and either learn how to weld or find someone local to do that work. If you have any leads for a replacement bed here in the...
In an effort to make myself not sound like a complete, well, doof, I'll explain my process. :D
As this was my first real endeavor into a project like this I was pretty focused on keeping everything organized. Nuts/bolts got put into their own container that was labeled. Pictures were taken of...
Texas Mike;
The widest saw tooth (right side of that picture) has a 0 on the side closest to the engine. From left to right the numbers are 12, 8, 4, and 0. It would appear that the 4, 8, and 12 are referencing the peak/valleys away from the engine.
It's amazing what happens when one reconnects ALL of the wires.
Now to troubleshoot some gauge issues. I'm learning that with classic vehicles, the learning never ends. :D
About a month ago I started the process of going through and replacing gaskets/filters in my 1975 GMC C1500 (350 engine). I finally got it put back together today, put fluids in, and reconnected the battery. When I went to start it up, nothing. The interior light didn't come on, the dash didn't...
Not an insignificant oil leak(s). Now that I'm as far into it as I am, I'm also planning on replacing the water pump.
I am battling with the engine mount bolts—any tips/tricks there would be great. ;)
But yes, the "Might as well" factor is high... and increasing, as is the variety of tools in...
I'm getting ready to change out the oil pan gasket (5.7L 350) on my 1975 GMC C1500. I'm looking for any tips/tricks to make the process easier and also suggestions on other things to do at the same time.
Thinking engine mounts, TH350 filter, and gasket change. What else should I look at doing...
Without a 100% exploration of rust into the front panel, it looks to be in decent shape. The bed itself is the largest concern and one that I don't have any experience attacking.
The shell apparently leaked enough or was put on late enough that the bed is severely rusted out towards the cab. Open to suggestions on how to tackle rusted bed repairs.
Purchased in Oct 2022. Asking was $2500. I picked it up for $1,800.
Overall not in horrible shape, but there are some rust spots at the bottom of a few of the panels and the metal bed is not in great shape towards the cab.