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JJBswth reacted to wildbowtie's post in the thread Stock VS Vortec engine accessories question with
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Did this on my K5. The vortech heads have metric bolt holes. The block still uses SAE. Everything lines up except for the ac compressor... -
JJBswth reacted to Burbinator's post in the thread Stock VS Vortec engine accessories question with Like.
Ok so I have a completely stock SBC 350 in my 1986 suburban. I’m thinking about either doing the Vortec head swap and the parts along...
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JJBswth reacted to 75gmck25's post in the thread 350 Engine extreme backfiring please advice with Like.
It sounds like you may have a significant vacuum leak, since you cannot adjust idle mixture. First - get a spray can of carburetor...
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JJBswth reacted to waterpirate's post in the thread Wanted: Factory step bumper for 1987 fleetside with Like.
I differ in opinion. The real steel bumpers and chrome lasted till the redo 3 years ago. They had the same amount of rust that the new...
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JJBswth reacted to bucket's post in the thread Wanted: Factory step bumper for 1987 fleetside with Like.
The aftermarket/dealer-installed bumpers of the 70's and 80's were quality bumpers. Not like today's offerings.
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JJBswth reacted to Grit dog's post in the thread Wanted: Factory step bumper for 1987 fleetside with Like.
I’m sorry to hear that but I’m glad you posted it. Just cemented my decision to wait until I find an OE front bumper for the 77. Can’t...
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JJBswth replied to the thread Problems with Fit on not one, but two new rear bumpers for 78 C10 fleetside.Wow, definitely not properly made.
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JJBswth reacted to Chebbyman's post in the thread Problems with Fit on not one, but two new rear bumpers for 78 C10 fleetside with Like.
I am restoring a 78 Short Bed Cheyenne and have run into a problem. I have purchased and installed two(2) rear fleet side bumpers...
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JJBswth replied to the thread Problems with new clutch material.I always installed the pilot bushing with the beveled side facing the trans. Should I have installed it the other way - the beveled...
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JJBswth replied to the thread Problems with new clutch material.No, it is a 3 speed, but the first-gear synchro often doesn't work - over 300,000 miles - so I always come to a complete stop before...
