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  1. 8

    This rust scares me ...

    anyone have this rot through before ?? What's the best way to fix.
  2. 8

    Rear cab support??

    85c-10. The rear support on my regular cab has some holes in it. Every company makes the front cab supports. But does anyone anywhere make the long rear one ?!?!? Or hooe to fix it.
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    How do I fix this rust.

    fire wall rust. Ughhhh best way to fix. And the rear support under the back of the cab has a few bad spots. Ideas. I'm keeping this cab too btw.
  4. 8

    80s front bumper on 70's frame

    I have a 74 frame under my 86 body. made my 80s bumper fit on the 70's brackets but it does not fit right. My question is how can i make my 80s bumper fit on this frame the right way, AND can i pls see pics of 70s bumpers on trucks with 80s bodys on them pls? Thanks guys
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    4l80e behind my 355

    Thinking of getting a 4l80e and sticking it between my 355. I think it will bolt right up. but what about my transfercase and the electronics? need info, i think this would be a sick swap!!
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    Weird fender issue, bed line up issue

    Hey fellas so question, Passanger side of my k20 lines up great. Driver side it seems the bed sticks out a little or maybe the cab is off?? and the driver side fender sticks out a bit but lines up on the lower half. My pics will explain better If you look at the lower fender pic, that...
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    shakes while braking

    Since my total rebuild on my 86 k20 i have put 700 miles as of today on the new engine and brakes. All new drums shoes springs, calipers, rotors pads . 700 miles as of today and i get a shake when i brake. ughhhhh.
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    first transmission rebuild

    So the pump is on its way out on my th400. 86 k20. Iv rebuild engines before but not a transmission. But i am thinking of taking a shot at rebuilding the th400. Two questions: 1. can i get away just changing the pump if the fluid and filter are not trashed? 2. if i have to rebuild it...
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    4x4 to 2wd

    I might piss some people off. But my 86 k20 is an awesome truck after i was done with it but i will never ever take it in the snow or mud i just cant, after all my hard work.. Im thinking of turning it into a 2wd. IDeas and oppinions? I was suggestd to make a tube front axle so i can keep the...
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    Timing question

    Hey guys, So i have my 86 k20 with a 355 that i built. 600 Edlebroke card. HEI system. I never timed it with a light . I have a comp cam extreem energy250 cam with flat tappet set up. My question is. What should my timing be at and what is the best way to time it perfectly. Thank you...
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    edlebrock 600 vs q jet

    Hey guys just wondering my 355 has a 600 eldbrock on it and it runs well i think lol But i am just curious is there any benefit to installing a 4 barral qjet?? Pros and cons?
  12. 8

    loose steering

    Hey guys so iv got all new steering parts in the front of my k20 but its all over the road. I have to turn the wheel like 2 to 3 inches it seems before get a reaction to the wheels. I do have all new parts but i am wondering how tight is the steering supposed to be in these trucks and what can...
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    runs like crap

    hey guys, SO i took my k20 out of storage and it runs a bit rough. Put new gas in it and a new fuel filter. it has a 600 cfm eldlebroke card and an HEI. WHen i start it up and give it gas it bogs and back fire flames out the card lol Im thinking timing is off.
  14. 8

    New gauge cluster

    Hey guys here is my gauge cluster project I am doing. I am installing sunpro gauges into my gauge cover. Made the holes just a hair bigger. Looks great
  15. 8

    front bumper.

    HEy guys iv got an 86 chevy k20 and i put a 74 frame under due to the original rotted away. Will my 80's bumper fit onto my 74 frame?
  16. 8

    Diesel swap ideas

    Sooo the idea has been going through my head lateyl for a diesel swap in my k20. but i do not want a cummins, everyone does a cummins swap. So what can you guys think of that would be a different but practical diesel swap for my 86k20? Ideas and pics welcome!!
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    this is so cool

    This is awesome!! makes me want to yank out my fresh 355 and put this in my k20 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-rSGRU9bzw
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    dash lights very dim

    I replaced all the bulbs in my dash in my 86 with new super bright 194s and i see that they are all working but they are super dim. And yes my switch was turned up all the way lol What can cause they to be so dim?? Like very dim. Im thinkin maybe that printed circut is shot.
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    printed circut confusion

    Hey guys i have to get a new printed circut for my 86 and on lmc it is asking for if you have gauges or without gauges, i am confused. what does that mean
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    temp gauge not working

    I found my dark green wire that is for the factory temp gauge and went and got a new sensor and screwed it into the themastat houseing and let my k20 warm up for about 45 min. The gauge in the truck did not move. hummm. What could cause my gauge not to me working? what should i check.?
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    What is the brake pedal Supposed to feel like!?!

    My 86k20 has all new lines and brake pads, shoes, hardware,calipers EVERYTHING! But i did clean out and reuse the proportioning valve, witch is working fine Bled it out and the pedal still feels too low to me. Im not sure how high,hard these trucks are supposed to me. 10.5 axle in back...
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    LMC is evil..

    LMC truck can be evil....to my wallet. ha I need to stop buying parts..$200 here $100 here blahhhhh. but on a good note. i have all i need to finish my interior :)
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    factory temp gauge wire color

    i have a 86 k20 and the harness is the original too. i want to get rid of the aftermarket sunpro temp gauge and make the factory one work. What is the color wire i should be looking for on my harness that would control that gauge??
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    interior color code needed!

    Hey guys, does anyone know what the color code would be for this blue for intieor. I need to give to SEM for them to mix me up a spray can for my door panals.
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    how does dash pad bolt/hold in place

    i got a mint dash pad from a pick and pull and i am wondering how it bolts into my dash. It was already pulled when i found it. Pictures would be great. thanks

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