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    To 6.2, or not to 6.2

    Sounds like a lot of work and money to me. i would find a used engine for around $800 and use the money saved for gas. Or buy a corolla like mentioned earlier.
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    Hubs not unlocking

    Might be time to disassemble, clean, lube and reassemble the hubs. Grease mixed with dirt makes mud that is not very slippery.
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    1979 GMC Heavy Half - One Owner

    IMHO a 2-4 drop would be cheaper and still use the truck as it was intended. The lower you go the more issues you will have, but that's just me
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    Please help me make a decision

    I would have the driveline inspected. Change the full time 4x4 and maybe regear it. you didn't mention the ratio but it's probably around 4 give or take. those 400sbc engines were built for ratios in the high 2's. 10mpg would be a best case scenario with those changes. An overdrive tranny is not...
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    Insulation on a Budget

    Quality is remembered long after the price is forgotten, or as my father used to say, " if it's worth doing, it's worth doing right". I suggest using the correct materials for the job.
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    Time for a Radiator Upgrade...?

    sounds like your engine is very sensitive to temp. i was mostly trying to help the original post because i have a similar setup that work for me. i would start with a new rad and the stat of his choice and i think he will be fine.
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    Time for a Radiator Upgrade...?

    sorry for the technical snafoo, i'm not computer savvy. flat top pistons, RV style cam, aluminum intake, quadrajet,hedders, 2 1/2 " exhaust. running 170 deg. oil is clean at 3,000 mi. and have'nt even looked at the plugs since install (25k). no emissions. essentially no issues with running at...
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    Time for a Radiator Upgrade...?

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    Time for a Radiator Upgrade...?

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    Time for a Radiator Upgrade...?

    .60 over 350. running this combo for 21/2 years now. I didn't put the 160 in for the trans specifically. one of the best running small blocks i've ever had. Tell me why you think this is too cold even though i have no intention of changing it.
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    To Cut Or Not To Cut

    Seems to me that you are trying to put something round into something that was meant to be square. I don't see the advantage but that's just me.
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    Time for a Radiator Upgrade...?

    I bought an aluminum rad from Rock auto for my '81 c10 360/700r4. was amazed by the low price. i run a 160 stat and the truck never wavers off of 170 degrees. Gotta believe that cooler temp is good for the trans. I'd shelve that rad and replace it, less than $150 if i remember correctly
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    1977 c10 worth one owner 63k miles

    just for reference, i recently bought an '83 k10 short fleet diesel, running,driving, new tires,shocks,trans rebuilt, springs,brakes, seat not damaged with rusty wheel wells and rockers. 67k miles for $5,ooo. did i mention it has a working Meyer power angle plow?!. i personally think that 2wd...
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    Shift linkage problems

    it wouldn't take much to fabricate a new custom shift rod. not high tech.
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    Engine lunched itself...need advise

    i don't know what your budget is but that 305 has little value. i bet you can find a good running 350 on craigslist for $1,000 or less.easy peasy.
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    Headliner install in no-factory-headliner cab?

    don't know what level of finish your truck has but i have seen some Icon builds with exposed dynamat. it's an option
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    Which welder?

    i was in your same situation. i bought the miller 140 auto set and taught myself to weld. it can be done. quality is remembered long after the price is forgotten. you wont lose money on a quality tool.
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    some warmth from below, normal?

    how much of that heat is coming from the exhaust?? dynamat the floor and maybe heat shields on the exhaust. so much techlology since your truck was built!!
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    How much HP and Torque for Daily Driver

    i know it's like a broken record on my part, but from my experience a 400sbc with an rv type cam ,intake and long tube hedders can't be beat for low end grunt and daily driving. don't expect HP beyond 4,500rpm. this setup is especially suited for heavier 4x4"s with the low cost of a smallblock...
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    Just wondering if anyone has ordered a wood bed kit for their Stepside ?

    i did the bed wood on my '81 myself. it takes a bit of precision to get it right. used Bruce Horkey on my '69. he has been doing it for a long time and will get it right the first time but might not be the cheapest.
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    Driveshaft vibration

    have you checked the converter bolts for tightness and uniform weight? i learned from trial and error on a driveline shake on my 72 k5 when i got it off of ebay
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    cam change

    i agree with a teardown. 1 cam lobe equals a lot of metal floating around in the engine
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    Frame swapping

    you're asking for a whole world of hurt!! if it was me i would repair what you have.
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    Cam Break In - Tips for Avoiding Wiped Lobes?

    thumper cam?? what a waste.
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    Quadrajet too rich!

    emissions on a 30 something year truck??? WTF?? move to a friendlier state.

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