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    Reverse light options

    Can you tag the truck "antique" like here in PA and forget about inspections forever?
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    New K1500 Project Owner

    I don't run spares in any trucks. You can find a 12v compressor with sealant for about $50. That will give you about a 50/50 chance of making it home and not calling a rollback. Many new cars have no spare.
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    Replacement Panels - All Created Equal - Yes or No?

    I've been using LMC for over 20 years. I never had a problem. I have seen videos on YouTube where most of the original GM dies were sold and transferred to Taiwan . Keep in mind , inner rockers and floor pans ,as well as cab supports, don't have as much impact as quarter panels or door skins.
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    ****CAUTION, PLEASE READ****

    I'm that old guy that doesn't know how to post pics but I do know how to identify a scammer and welcome the challenge. Game on.
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    Oldsmobile 88

    My parents owned that same model in a tan color around 1960.
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    New to engine swaps, looking for help with an LS3 swap into my 79 k20

    What is a LS going to do for you that the 400 can't do? People swap 350's and collect 400"s I heard that once here. I've had a few 400's and am sold on the torque that they produce. .
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    Vendors

    An LMC catalog Is a pretty good parts breakdown IMHO.
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    K5 Blazer values… possibly buying 86 k5

    Well bought. Congratulations.
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    700r4 TV cable cause acceleration/run away with 6.2?

    I recently had to replace the throttle cable on my 6.2. It was sticking, not accelerating. Was able to get a GM part.
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    Help with starting 79 k20 400SBC

    I agree with Nedrow, the timing is way out cause it spits and sputters when it was flipped 180. That means there is spark and fuel present.
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    Engine Block Heater for SBC 350

    My 6.2 does not like the cold but it sure likes the factory block heater. I have it on a timer. The quicker you can get the engine up to temp the better, gas or diesel.
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    TH350 Removal

    I don't know if you had the opportunity this time ,but I always degrease the work area before diving in.
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    Engine stumbling/stalling in drive

    You might want to experiment with initial timing. Try backing it off or increasing it 2 deg at a time and drive it for a couple of days. I usually end up at 8. You have to find the sweet spot for your engine.
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    Power Steering Squeel

    I had a similar problem on my k10 diesel when i got it. A PO had put a PS pump with an AC double pulley on it with a non AC crank pulley as the truck is non AC.. They require totally different belts with different angles. I was looking in Rockauto at specs for the pulleys and belts when I...
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    PVC and PEX for Compressed Air

    Keep in mind that PEX is UV sensitive. It's a good product within it's limitations. Not nearly as dangerous as PVC.
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    Surface rust. What are the best practices?

    You should install the hood reinforcement brackets before it gets damaged. I don't care how much lube you put on the hinges. Once it bends it's too late.
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    350 sounds like a diesel engine

    Get a stethascope at HF and pinpoint the location. If your truck has cats don't forget to check them.
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    roof rust "paint?"

    POR 15 is not UV friendly. It will be very hard to remove later.
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    Trucks running werid

    You might have a worn out camshaft. I lost a cam once. Didn't make noise, just was really down on power.
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    Two bad new oil pressure sensors? Tell me I am wrong.

    Why not install a mechanical gauge to validate what is really going on?
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    Rear Shock Extenders

    You may be able to adapt a TIMBREN overload system to replace the bump stops.I did this on my '81 with only a 4" drop. It works well.
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    Getting inside the cowl

    I used a double fiberglass mat to bridge the seam seal joint then added 3 coats of bed liner to the entire cowl area.
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    R12 Replacement

    R-12 usually sells for $25 a can of Craigslist. Sometimes it sells even cheaper when the person doesn't know the value. I buy it when it's reasonably priced.
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    Jack ideas?

    For $50 you can buy a 12 volt inflater with sealant to get you home and deal with it later. Rollbacks are usually about $120 in my experience. I carry no jacks or spares is any of my trucks. This scenario has become common in new vehicles as well.
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    Under the Sheets. Supra MK3

    I bought a 86 1/2 non turbo 5 speed theft recovered supra in '88. To this day that was my favorite car of all time. Smooth, powerful and great style. Black with tan leather interior. I wish I still had that car.

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