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  1. 81GMCSierra

    HELP! How do I make sense of which bolts to use?

    I made the mistake of pulling a bunch of parts out of my engine compartment so I could do some research on what they were so I could buy new ones. Now that I have done so I realized that I should have kept track of which bolts were used to attach each part. I am now trying to put things back...
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    What are these reservoirs called? I cant find them on rockauto.

    Please help me identify.
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    Rusty Engine - What should I do?

    So I am a total noob to restoration. I recently went in the engine compartment and took a bunch of parts off. When I disconnected the thermostat housing and the lower radiator hose I notice that the interior of the engine is very rusty. The truck ran a few months ago when I bought it but...
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    What is this? And should I get a new one? + General noob questions...

    Here is a pic... http://imgur.com/t8czsqf It was attached to the bolt that held the thermostat housing down. I am so new that I really don't know what anything is called. Is there a manual that will tell me the names for all the parts in the engine compartment. I know I have a bunch of work...
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    Radiator, Belts, Hoses Question

    I have a 81 GMC Sierra 2500 that has a 5.7L 350cid V8 from a 79 C10 in it. I looking to order all the parts i need to replace the radiator, belts, and hoses but am a little overwhelmed with all the choices. I am also not sure which parts I need to get. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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    Paint restoration!?

    So I just got the truck in my photo. Over all the body is in excellent shape. My issues is that it sat under a tree for about a month before I bought it and it now has tons of little red dots that are attached the paint. At first I thought they were puts but they aren't. I was able to removed...
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    Turn signal repair - 81 GMC Sierra 2500

    So the turn signal in my truck is not functioning. I am not sure what is wrong with it. The control arm is just loose in the socket and doesn't feel like it is attached to anything. I found lots of parts on rockauto but not sure what I should buy. Also the videos I found showing how to...
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    How do I tell if my truck has AC?

    This might sound like a stupid question but I am just not sure because if it does, it doesn't work. Its a 1981 GMC Sierra 2500, with the 4.8 L6. The instrument panel in the cab has "A/C" printed on it, but nothing happens when it is selected. I just got the truck and the previous owner...
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    81 GMC Sierra 2500 Thermostat repair. What do I do?

    I am a super noob to all things mechanical but I would like to learn. I just ordered a tool set and repair manuals but was hoping to get some advice on how to fix the thermostat. The mechanic said the housing was fine but the gasket need to be replaced. Does that mean the actual...
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    1981 GMC Sierra 2500 in decent shape. New to restoration. Where do I start?

    Got it for $800. Not sure where to start. I don't have any tools yet but I do have the space and time. Body is perfect. It needs a buff and polish though. There are like two small places that could use a paint touch-up. The interior is in B+ shape. There is a seat cover that I haven't...

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