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    No spark to plugs

    I have power to distributor but no spark at plugs. What's the first thing to check? Assuming it's not needing a new distributor. Maybe replace something in the distributor instead of replace the whole thing.
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    Alternator bracket not lining up with bolt hole in head

    Got the new brackets in and it doesn't line up. It has a threaded stud in the head instead of the bolt hole. But the aluminum one does. But it has a recessed part that I believe has the alternator too far forward and is the reason it keeps throwing belts. So I think what I'm gonna do is put a...
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    Sbc serpintine belt kit

    I've had nothing but problems with my v-belt on the alternator since swapping motors to the 350. Squeaks until it warms up fir about 5 minutes. Even with belt dressing on it. I've tightened it several times. It's only two belts and tightened both even replaced the alternator belt and no change...
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    Th350 not spinning the speedo cable

    My speedometer worked but was reading about 10 mph fast or so. Swapped transmission now it doesn't work. So where would I start to look into this problem? Do I have to remove the tail end and have a look? What in the transmission drives the cable?Thanks for any help.
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    88-90 gmt 400 gauge cluster

    My neighbor France left this for me. If you need it just let me know and I will send it to you for shipping cost.
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    Waterproofing floor

    I've got a leak in the cab of the 82 when it rains hard. And it gets the driver's side floor wet. Since I'm not trying to have the interior perfect I don't care about carpet at all. So I was thinking of buying the premolded rubber flooring for it. My thought was maybe put bedliner on first then...
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    Shaking when in gear idling when stopped

    I keep forgetting to ask yall what you think causes this. Broke motor mount? It idles fine when in park. No shaking or anything just smooth running. When I step on the brake and put it in gear it shakes like a MF. Pull up to a stop light, shakes bad. Doesn't want to die just shakes your...
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    Windshield washer motor questions

    Is the washer motor on the water jug or the wiper motor? When I hit the washer button I can hear the motor on the firewall come on but nothing comes out and there's another motor or pump on the jug. It doesn't come on. So I'm confused about how this works. Thanks for any information on this...
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    Th350

    I've got this th350 that needs rebuild from a guy I sold my old one to. He just gave me his old one. If your in the Houston area you can come pick it up for 75 bucks. It needs a dipstick and a dipstick tube. And a TC.
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    Alloy works radiators

    Has anyone ever bought one of their radiators? Price seems good too. Seems to be easy to install and comes with everything you need. Will the 3 row be enough to cool my 454 or should I go 4 row? The only thing it's quite a bit longer than the 3 row. Any input would be appreciated...
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    Starter shims?

    Put all the shims on the starter and it still grinding a bit. Should I put more on or what? It didn't have any when I pulled it and had it rebuilt. So I'm at a loss here. Here's a video of me starting it and noise it makes.
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    QA1 coil over suspension

    They have a pretty nice upgrade for old chevy trucks. I might have to look into this.
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    What set of spark plugs wires is this?

    I really like this set of plug wires. It fits perfectly with the headers. It's all 90 degrees ends except for #3 and #4 which has the straight ends. I've looked but can't find them. Hope someone m8ght know about this.
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    Throttle cable way too long

    I just noticed my throttle cable is too long and allows throttle to stick sometimes and that's not good. I ordered a new one but was wondering if maybe it's the cable bracket on the carb that needs to be fixed. It's gotta huge loop in it and a pretty sharp bend right where it goes into the...
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    Headlights and blinker problems. Again!!

    Don't know why my squares always have a headlight problem. I fixed the 82 shortbed problem with all new lights and new headlights switch. I think we'll see. Lol Now the 84 longbed low beams work fine. Top two light up fine. I hit brights and no lights work. Wtf? All blinkers work until I turn...
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    New alt and now wint turn off with key. Wtf bad alt?

    I installed new alt today with new plug. Runs and charges good but keeps running when I turn the key off. I checked the black wire on the plug with key off and no power. Key on it gets power. So I don't know why it didn't turn off when you turn off the key. I had to pull the plug on alt to kill...
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    Headlights go on and off

    Ok I've replaced the sealed beams with halogen bulbs. Cleaned up all the wiring under the hood. New running lights and front blinkers housing and sockets. It takes a while before it goes out the first time. Then like you see in the video. I've been told I need a new alternator. I put new battery...
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    Anybody want this carb spacer?

    Cleaning up the garage I found this carb spacer. If anyone wants it let me know and I'll clean it up for you.
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    Help please im all out if ideas for my headers!!

    Ok quickly I can't find any headers with a 2" primary that will fir my truck c10 shortbed with colum shift. I was told by summit that the only ones that would fit would be the hooker headers 7525 hkr. My fcking luck is after I ordered them they sent me an email that says they've discontinued...
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    Bbc Hedman long tube headders part number 68196

    I bought these brand new a couple of weeks ago and they were too small for my heads. It's 1 3/4" and I needed 2 inch. They've been dinged to fit and fit nicely. Just blew the gasket because it was too small. So I'll have everything in the link except the gaskets. I'll let them go for $500...
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    How much for a used th350?

    I've pulled out the th350 and replaced it with 700r4. Now I have a used th350. The shop called and asked me what I wanted to do with it. I said just hold on to it. He then said he has a car that might need a good one. It's stock with a shift kit and the deep oil pan. New filter too. Idk what...
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    Is this the right dipstick tube for th700r4?

    Mine didn't come with one so I'm looking for one. I've seen several types and was wondering which one is right one. thanks.
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    Battery posts corrosion wtf

    I've had the truck 4 or 5 years now and no corrosion on the posts at ALL. Now all of a sudden I'm getting it. Wtf? I cleaned them about a month ago and now the negative post is fcked again. I don't get it. I cleaned and greased them last time and here we are. Any suggestions will be...
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    Storage room full of square parts

    https://houston.craigslist.org/pts/d/alvin-c10-parts-blazersuburban/7529280248.html This is an older post so the grilles have been sold but he has a ton of other stuff for your truck. I went over there and he has a bunch of other stuff in Rubbermaid containers. I saw tail lights with the...
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    Daily Drag Racer times

    I figured I'd make a thread for this and those who want to participate. I think it's gonna a pretty cool thread. :cool: Anyway it's an app you can get in your app store called Drag Racer for free and it automatically records you 0 to up to 70 speed and 1/4 mile time. It doesn't matter what...

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