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  1. Rickf

    87 Custom Deluxe 30 shut off while idling.

    Do the headlights work? And I am confused about "the ignition switch on dash"
  2. Rickf

    Side molding removal

    I've had good luck the "eraser on a drill", don't recall what brand. If you want to get aggressive, acetone or "Brighto, makes old bodies new".
  3. Rickf

    No spark need help

    What's with the electrical tape on the wires going to the ignition module?
  4. Rickf

    88 Burb: Increasing Fuel Capacity

    If you have barn doors there are brackets to mount jerry jugs, easily turning a burb into a pinto.
  5. Rickf

    Diagnosing white smoke on startup

    Run it without the radiator cap and if you don't see bubbles, probably not cracks or a head gasket. I'm still voting for valve guides and or seals. You can also try a "leak down" test to check valves and seats (valve job needed).
  6. Rickf

    Diagnosing white smoke on startup

    My guess is valve guides and or seals.
  7. Rickf

    K20 Power Steering Pulley different sizes

    Are you near a salvage yard?
  8. Rickf

    Cranking but no start after finishing job

    After checking for 12v at the distributor, pull a plug wire and ground a spare plug to test for spark. You may have shocking results.
  9. Rickf

    Looking for Stanadyne Model 80 Fuel Filter Base Part #15529641

    Any idea where it is leaking from? I patched mine with JB Weld.
  10. Rickf

    305 Swap To ???

    My first choice would be an any size BBC, second choice is a 383 SBC. BBC's are a bit heavier, no lowering kit needed.
  11. Rickf

    Oil pressure help

    You can use the old pump drive, don't be surprised if the plastic coupling is cracked. A high pressure or new oem pump might be a better option.
  12. Rickf

    What zero lash on the lifter rod should feel like?

    Was it running? What if anything did you mess with? If your lash is too tight, you will have starting issues.
  13. Rickf

    Either this part is unavailable, or I don’t know where to search.

    Get the metal cutting tools out and start fabricating. I have never seen that piece on any replacement inner fender. The fenders that have it rot out because it is a trap for road chemicals.
  14. Rickf

    1977 C10 AC not working, solution suggestions

    I took the most economical (cheapest) route and replaced the two pressure sensors, took everything apart, flushed everything, changed o-rings, added pag oil and charged it with 134a. It pumps out 40 to 45* air, I'd like to get it a little cooler incase I want to store dairy products.
  15. Rickf

    '73-'76 turn signal switch not universal

    Most likely, the directional switch looks newish and doesn't have the factory hard as a rock grease.
  16. Rickf

    '73-'76 turn signal switch not universal

    My '74 has the adapter harness, compliments of the previous owner.
  17. Rickf

    I need help and to know what this truck is worth

    Bring a trailer.... and a chain saw. Run the VIN thru local police, RMV or whatever agency is appropriate in NC.
  18. Rickf

    Recommend me a cheap

    A mortar tub or plastic 55 gallon barrel cut to size and gasoline or kerosene.
  19. Rickf

    468 bbc high compression

    If it was mine, I'd make sure it had the largest radiator known to mankind that would fit and use Evans waterless coolant.
  20. Rickf

    Taillight Fuse blows when put in Drive

    Maybe the issue is in the headlight switch? Could try to dis-connect the tail light harness from the firewall and see what happens.
  21. Rickf

    Left hand dipstick

    Somebody sells a flexible dip stick. I don't recall the vendor (maybe Lokar) it's been a few years/decades.
  22. Rickf

    Bed Support "Cross Sill" Options

    If you're not looking for a 100 point trophy, what about box/rectangular tubing? I will neither confirm or deny I've used PT 2x4's.
  23. Rickf

    Looking for headlight Threaded Inserts/Plate Nuts

    I've used retro-motive brand from amazon. Qty.8- #1774-8
  24. Rickf

    5.7 to 6.2 diesel engine

    Does the th350 have the BOP bell housing pattern?
  25. Rickf

    How much for my old bed?

    Wouldn't hurt to put some lumber between the cab & bed when lifting in case it gets away from you. I see a lot of welding and replacing of rotted sections of the rear cross-brace and floor. If the rest of the under side is as rough, the value drops significantly.

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