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  1. K5ride

    Anybody use classic industries

    I bought my seat cover from classic industries about 2 or 3 years ago. It was the dark saddle color. It matched my interior pretty well and was very easy to install. I used the trash bag trick and they slid right on.
  2. K5ride

    SAE or synthetic

    I'm going to try the Risoline ZDDP additive. It's only about 6 bucks on Amazon and takes 1 bottle per oil change...
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    SAE or synthetic

    I agree. Both my 1975 C10 factory service manual and owners' manual show the multi viscosity oil to use depending on the temperatures it will be operated in. It also states to have at least an "SE" rating. The Mobil 1 oil I'm using has a higher rating of "SN" and is the upgraded replacement...
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    SAE or synthetic

    This post has me thinking about adding ZDDP to my synthetic oil or running an oil that contains more. Mobil 1 only has 900 to 1000 PPM ZDDP. From what I've been reading, a flat tappet cam with stock valve springs needs about 1200 and if you have upgraded springs you need about 1400 PPM. Is...
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    SAE or synthetic

    While surfing the net, I found this video that specifically addresses using synthetic oil in older / classic vehicles. He explains why some think it will cause leaks or damage. I started running Mobil 1 in my 75 right after I got it, about 4 years ago and have not had any issues.
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    LED Round Headlight Conversion

    I finally installed the LED headlights. What a big improvement over the halogen. When I first set up to adjust the headlights, I found that part of the reason I couldn't see well was they were so far out of adjustment. My right side halogen was way low. The LED headlight lens on these...
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    Fuel gauge wiring help?

    The color, laminated wiring diagrams are fantastic. I got the larger "poster" size for my 75 stepside and have it on the inside lid of my roll away toolbox, held on with magnets. It's easy to see and easily accessible. The colors in the diagram follow the factory wire colors so it is easy to...
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    1983 K20 - Pep her up or leave her alone??

    I understand wanting to remove the emission components to clean up the engine compartment. If you remove them, make sure to keep everything in case you need it later. Those parts are getting hard to find. As far as performance upgrades, Summit Racing sells the vortec heads that have corrected...
  9. K5ride

    Undercoat, or full on paint?

    Some of my side job mechanic work, I get cars covered in grease and grime. I put the casters on my 4 post lift and roll it outside so I can pressure wash the underside of the vehicle to make working on it easier. While I have it set up outside, I make sure to wash the underside of my truck too...
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    California Square Body fans - Proposal to extend smog exemption model years

    Your correct that the biannual smog testing started in 1984. California emission program was well underway by then. The Bureau of Air Sanitation made the first tailpipe standards in the nation in 1966 and the Clean Air Act was revised. Due to this revision in 1966, California was able to adopt...
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    California Square Body fans - Proposal to extend smog exemption model years

    California emission program originally started testing California vehicles 1966 and newer. Federal and import vehicles came into the program in 1968. California still tested the 1966 and 1967 Federal and import vehicles but only required type 4 closed PCV. All gasoline engine vehicles are...
  12. K5ride

    700R4 TV Cable Issue

    It kind of sounds like you may have a column for a manual trans. They would not have the stops for the different gear selections. I used my 1975 tilt column. It has the stops for the turbo 350. Everything lines up and works great except for not being able to put the selector into manual first...
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    California Square Body fans - Proposal to extend smog exemption model years

    The only 1982 vehicles that are exempt from biannual inspections in California that I can think of is the diesels(or electric conversions). If you put a gasoline engine in, it is then subjected to the biannual inspections due to the engine change to gasoline. California DMV does "random"...
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    California Square Body fans - Proposal to extend smog exemption model years

    Bills like this have been tried many times in the past. I deal with BAR and CARB at the highest level, daily. I am told that the state will not be changing the years (any time soon) for smog requirements regardless if one of these bills pass. They quote something from the health and safety...
  15. K5ride

    LED Round Headlight Conversion

    I finally purchased the LED headlight conversion kit for my C10 from headlight experts. Everything appears to be good quality. The glass headlights have the "fluting" parttern on the lens as required by SAE / DOT to direct the beam correctly and not blind oncoming traffic. I was going to...
  16. K5ride

    700R4 TV Cable Issue

    When I did my 700r4, I contacted Bowtie Overdrives. They sell everything for these. I got their cable geometry correction linkage for my Edelbrock and the TV cable. I also got the lockup kit so the converter locks up properly and doesn't go in and out of lockup. Give them a call. They are...
  17. K5ride

    Poll -Would doing a LS swap in a CLEAN 1987 V10 INCREASE to DECREASE VALUE?

    I prefer the stock engine in these squarebodys, but if you drive a lot, I can understand the desire for an LS. Better fuel mileage and they seem smoother running. The LS engines received many upgrades and are a better engine overall. Personally, I wouldn't purchase a truck with an LS...
  18. K5ride

    Vortec Coolant Bypass - Can't you just drill a hole in the head?

    You are correct on the 880 blocks. I knew there were some differences but after I read your post, I did some more research. The 880 block I'm building for another project is the late model 880. It's missing some timing cover bolt holes, no coolant bypass and no fuel pump provision. It...
  19. K5ride

    What A/C Compressor are you using?

    Did you purchase the compressor and bracket and install them yourself? If so, where did you get it? I see many people with the Sanden compressors but they all seem to be different models. How do you know which model to use?
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    Vortec Coolant Bypass - Can't you just drill a hole in the head?

    The GM crate engines using vortec heads that have the block bypass are using the 638 block. This was originally used in the TBI engines. These blocks are roller cam ready and some even have a provision for the mechanical fuel pump. I'm building one now. The true "vortec" block is the 880...
  21. K5ride

    Vortec Coolant Bypass - Can't you just drill a hole in the head?

    The problem is the vortec heads don't have a bypass hole to circulate the coolant.
  22. K5ride

    Vortec Coolant Bypass - Can't you just drill a hole in the head?

    That looks much easier to hook it up that way instead of fighting the smaller hose when using the front port. Even easier than drilling holes in my head....LOL.
  23. K5ride

    Vortec Coolant Bypass - Can't you just drill a hole in the head?

    I've read that "getting away with it" depends on a few factors. If your talking about the temp gauge, there are multiple sending units with different specs and installation locations both in the head and manifold. Some have managed to get their temp gauge to quit fluctuating but still maintain...
  24. K5ride

    Vortec Coolant Bypass - Can't you just drill a hole in the head?

    Did the vortec heads make a big difference? Is it worth all the $$? Would you do it again? I've already purchased everything but just wondering if regular gen 1 aftermarket heads would do the same without the bypass headache and expense of the new intake manifold.
  25. K5ride

    Vortec Coolant Bypass - Can't you just drill a hole in the head?

    Wow that looks real tight to get the hose on. I'm sure my Edelbrock manifold will be the same. I think I'll call the local machine shop and get some advice before I do anything I may regret.

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