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  1. Rickf

    Timing is way advanced

    You might pull the #1 plug to find if the TDC mark has moved .
  2. Rickf

    Any CUCV 24v to 12v Conversions Here?? M1031

    What starting (or lack of) issues are you having? For a full 12 volt setup the starter and glow plugs need to be changed. Is the massive resister (not needed) still on the firewall? On my old cucv blazer I used a 555 timer and ford type starter solenoid for the glow plugs, they draw a lotto amps.
  3. Rickf

    Access panel in inner fender

    Not included with replacement inner skirts I've purchased.
  4. Rickf

    Identify this engine component?

    Smog pump.
  5. Rickf

    Power steering conversio

    I'd start at a salvage yard for the box, pump, pitman arm brackets and hardware. Even if the box and pump look trashed, they have a core value if you go rebuilt.
  6. Rickf

    Interior Trim Guidance

    If it was my project, I'd try a salvage yard first for the parts and hardware.
  7. Rickf

    Losing fuel?

    Any fuel getting into the oil pan? If not I would question the accuracy of the fuel gauge.
  8. Rickf

    1974 Custom Deluxe Houndstooth In Search Of

    Can it be repaired instead of replaced?
  9. Rickf

    Steering box shaft weird movement

    You might try to adjust the steering box play and see what happens. There are several how to videos on you tube.
  10. Rickf

    EXCESSIVE oil leak - Burning off exhaust, but from where?

    Get some of that dye and a black light.
  11. Rickf

    Heat shield question

    If you remove it, you may have issues fitting a stock exhaust pipe.
  12. Rickf

    WTH! CRACKED FRAME AT PS GEARBOX. Whats the fix. Check it out.

    Try one of the vendors or LMC, welding may be involved.
  13. Rickf

    Does anyone use Gear Venders unit with TH350?

    I put together a '54 GMC 1 ton flatbed with a 302 inline six from an M211, TH400, GV overdrive and 14 bolt with 4.10's 15 to 20 years ago. I do not put more than 5k miles per year on it, and not a lot of highway speeds. The GV I used needs no TPS or ECM input, not sure about newer units. I ruled...
  14. Rickf

    Engine Doesn’t Like Starting When Hot

    If the starter doesn't have a heat shield, then you might try adding one.
  15. Rickf

    Spring hanger

    Looks like something a previous owner added. Maybe a poor attempt to block crud from accumulating?
  16. Rickf

    slow wiper motor

    My wipers were slow and worked fine after I cleaned the old stiff grease out and re-lubed with a synthetic. Can't help with the pump issues.
  17. Rickf

    Painting dash pad

    I used SEM on the door panels, dash cover and all other plastic/vinyl trim on a '84 blazer. It held up ok, I was not gentle with the truck, would use it again.
  18. Rickf

    Cab and bed gap

    I had the same issue when I bought a C&C then put a bed on it. If you narrow the cab/bed gap the rear tires won't center in the opening and look odd. I adopted the "learn to live with it" attitude.
  19. Rickf

    Oil Pressure Guage Mystery

    I like to "T" in a mechanical gauge to get a second opinion.
  20. Rickf

    Dash covers

    I did mine with the dash out of the truck. Test fit and trim if necessary. Prep work is key, deal with any cracks, clean the old vinyl and get extra silicone. I placed mine upside down with some weights on it while it cured.
  21. Rickf

    How do I know if I have a bad head gasket?

    If it was mine I'd get out the steel wool, 60/40 solder, some flux and a propane torch.
  22. Rickf

    Power Steering pump

    The original pump on my '05 rotted out around the return tube, the shaft on the first reman split trying to get into the driveway, the second reman is noisy but still hanging in there. I now have a third reman on the shelf ready to go.
  23. Rickf

    6.2 For A Daily Driver? What Are The Downsides?

    I've had both 6.2NA's and 6.5TD's, I thought of them like "restrictor plate racing", plan your pass plus add 300 yards and use the downhills to your advantage. I still have have a '93 with mechanical injection and a 4L80E that goes ok, just can't be in a hurry.
  24. Rickf

    VIN Engine Identification

    Sometime in the last 40 years the 6.2NA was replaced with a 350. Unlikely any mix-up occurred.
  25. Rickf

    86 GMC C2500 - Heater blows hot, then cold, then hot, then cold etc.

    Or, something floating around blocking the heater core.

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