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    Wiring Diagrams

    I needed one for my '79 k10, so I made one. :) I think yours will be the same. The service manual does not give fuse values for CHOKE or GAUGES. If anyone knows the correct values for these I will update the diagram :)
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    Steering stabilizer removal

    Everyone has their formula. Mine is, soak with penetrant for 2+ days. I like Liquid Wrench, many swear by PB Blaster or ATF + acetone. Put the puller (like WP29P4A pictured) on it and tighten until the threads gall (or maybe just a little less ;-) ). Heat it until it just glows, then hit the...
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    Bought A Beautiful Basket Case

    In fairness, the frame is fine. The body is mostly trash. But I have a plan . . .
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    Bought A Beautiful Basket Case

    Hi! My grandmother lived in Lakewood my whole life, and I have extended family in Puyallup! :)
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    Bought A Beautiful Basket Case

    Sure. It's what they call "rust free" in Michigan. But I can put my hand through the rear arches. And driver's floorboard. And the fenders and doors are pretty much trash. The frame has been very throughly rust proofed by diffs, PS pump, transmission, and maybe the transfer case flinging various...
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    Bought A Beautiful Basket Case

    I'll grab a pic . . . as she sits. She's a diamond in the rough, for sure.
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    Bought A Beautiful Basket Case

    I recently purchased a 1979 K10 that has been 350 swapped. (It was an I6 flavor from the factory.) EVERYTHING leaks. The direction the truck travels in is only vaguely related to what you do with the steering wheel. It's mostly made of rust. It's going to be an adventure! I'm looking forward to...

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