Recent content by Fat 454
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I need a donut
went to buy parts at a local auto store recently ( CV Boots ) and told they could not supply ( not stocked ) even when we provided make, model, year and OEM part no. Went back with an old aftermarket ( their "home " brand ) box showing part numbers and they found them on the shelf. Apparently...- Fat 454
- Post #23
- Forum: Tech Discussion
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How can i separate my rotor from hub? Looks like its all one piece need help!
If you need to get drums or discs re-machined properly, I find most of the Ag store / tractor supply shops in our local area are the best bet. Good service, right equipment and quality work. Maybe a different mentality compared to the auto parts stores ( long term maintenance v. chuck out and... -
Best media for blasting the body
Hi - really don't want to be the "safety nanny" here but... DO NOT use regular sand for any abrasive blasting. When the sand hits a surface it fractures and the resulting finer silica powder if inhaled can cause respiratory diseases like silicosis. Better options would be garnet ( silica free )...- Fat 454
- Post #7
- Forum: Paint and Body
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1987 Suburban v1500 - what separates the v1500 and v2500?
Hi only real difference between the rated trucks that you cannot change with bolt-ons ( diff, axles etc. ) is the frame itself. Modulus refers to the flexibility or "bending" resistance of the frame when under load. This is a standard structural engineering term, and you can look it up easily...- Fat 454
- Post #10
- Forum: Differential & Driveline
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Diesel heater installation
Podmiejski - 'suburban" in Polish - that's hilarious - just found a new nick name for my 'burb - I mean 'miejsk...- Fat 454
- Post #8
- Forum: Paint and Body
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Crewcab body swap on Regular Cab C&C 159.5" WB?
Hi - just read through the thread and wanted to weigh in here with my 10c .. we looked at putting a crewcab body on a long wheelbase single cab frame. We had all the parts and lifted the cab on. As @bucket says, if the frame kicks up behind the cab ( which our frame did ), there is no way a...- Fat 454
- Post #19
- Forum: Tech Discussion
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Stock 1976 C10 - Need Wheel/Tire size help!
so that's what a squarebody looks like before the rust sets in, wow !...- Fat 454
- Post #8
- Forum: Wheels and Tires
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New 85 Blazer
Welcome. I had an early bronco also - I think it was a '76 - anyway had dual tanks, no roof and lifted on 33's. Great truck, but too small for me and my better 1/2 to go into the mountains with a couple of Mtn bikes, camping gear etc. That is what first got me into chevys - I started looking at...- Fat 454
- Post #13
- Forum: Introduction
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78 Surburban Revival
That is awesome, welcome to the Sub owning fraternity !!. I thought my 4x4 was rusty ( ill post a pic, may give you a run for your money ). Definately go back to the forest green. I have a burnt orange / white combo thats going to be painted up as a forest ranger truck when done. Metallics don't...- Fat 454
- Post #24
- Forum: Introduction
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I just bought a John Deere tractor!
Tractors are awesome. We have a couple of "blue " models, they can: * tow your projects when there is no motor in it * push your projects into the barn ( even if there is no ramp up ) - build a thick wooden push block for this ! * if you have a loader attachment with forks then they will lift...- Fat 454
- Post #22
- Forum: Other Vehicles
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New member
Welcome - yes more pics please - that looks super nice, we love crews!.. @Corvette Ed - are you Donald Trumps great, great grandson ??- Fat 454
- Post #18
- Forum: Introduction
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New from NY
welcome @Supermag ( from OZ ). Ha Ha "Active", the trick is getting us to shut up!.. pics pics pics. Build threads are what its all about on here...- Fat 454
- Post #18
- Forum: Introduction
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sbc 350 oil pressure from 60 to 5
honest question - why would you recommend mechanical rather than electrical? I would have thought having a wire running the length to under the dash would be easier than a pipe, provide a faster signal, and not have the potential issue of a messy leak in the cab. I am assuming the electrical...- Fat 454
- Post #14
- Forum: Engine & Performance
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14 bolt question
My '73 2wd C20 burb came with a FF 14bolt from the factory. I would think it was part of the 3/4 tonne trailering option package available on the SQBodies. Didn't think it was that unusual ??- Fat 454
- Post #8
- Forum: Differential & Driveline
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Lost my rear end.
As the truck is your daily, I would suggest finding another used axle and swapping it in just to keep you going. Changing axles and wheel bearings is no big deal, however getting the crush / wear pattern / spacing correct on the pinion to ring gear is much more involved. There are plenty of...- Fat 454
- Post #20
- Forum: Differential & Driveline
