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    How should I solve this starter problem

    Love those little starters! Starter for a GMT400 truck…. They’re technically not for our squarebodies but came from a SBC so they bolt right up.
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    Ls swap or not?

    IDK man... The L31 swap can get involved or expensive too, the crossover to EFI with in tank pumps, fuel return lines, custom harnesses and PCM re-flashing is more difficult than most of the physical stuff like motor mounts. I did the L31/4L60E swap because my dad had flipped a bunch of GMT400...
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    Tail Gate Latch ideas?

    1) Linear actuator or solenoid hooked to a "pop" button. 2) Make one of the tail lights swing out on a hinge and put a manual latch in there. 3) Find a way to unlatch it through the stake pocket hole. 4) Make custom hinges at the top of the tailgate so it swings up instead of down, latches...
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    New to me truck/ what should i go through and look at

    There's probably lots of videos on it, I learned when I was a kid so I've never looked to see what's out there for instructional material. Its a messy job and kinda a PIA but not too complicated if you have any mechanical aptitude. Only special tools I can think of would be a GM spindle nut...
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    New to me truck/ what should i go through and look at

    Check all fluids of course, including trans and transfer case plus both differentials. Check steering parts, look for worn tie rod ends Etc. Check Frame near steering box bolts - commonly cracked on 4x4 and more so if it’s lifted with oversized tires Check frame at rear shock mount holes -...
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    Steering gearbox spacers location

    ^^^^ This The ones on the cross member too
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    Paint Stripper

    Get yourself a DA and some 120 grit paper and feather the whole thing out. ETA: Unless the paint has major flaws like crowes feet, cracks, peeling or curdling or theres old body work failing, I don't recommend taking it down to bare steel. Feathering out the existing paint fills low spots and...
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    Paint Stripper

    Honestly man, I don't think theres any way to strip a layer at a time & not have it turn out looking like a chewed on half dissolved jaw breaker. Why the desire to strip a layer at a time if I may ask?
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    Fuel pump wiring issue LS Swap

    Whatever power source you choose make sure it is hot during “run” and “start” otherwise you’ll starve the injectors when cranking. Did you ever notice that many electronic accessories in a vehicle stop working when the key is in the “start” position? There’s only a few items that remain on to...
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    DTR Epoxy Primer

    I haven't used it on blasted steel yet but I have been washing bare steel with "Krud Kutter" Metal etch and clean. It actually starts rusting the steel but not the same as just natural rust, hard to explain. It will turn steel a blueish color. Perhaps you could do the final rinse with an...
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    Can someone ID this mounting part on a 75 core support?

    Yup…. Outer hole goes to fender, bottom hole is for the lower valance
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    Can someone ID this mounting part on a 75 core support?

    I think it goes to one of the two circled holes
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    Can someone ID this mounting part on a 75 core support?

    IIRC The bolt hole facing outward goes to the fender and the downward facing one is the lower grille “valance” thing that fills the gap between the bumper and grille. I didn’t think to stop and take pictures before I got past that point.
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    Cruise Control wire

    Get a few pictures of the connector please.
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    Cruise Control wire

    Not sure where the factory cruise wire was routed but I'd bet if you pull the wheel, lockplate, take the screws out of the turn signal assembly and scoot it to the side some you could fish the new wire along the top of the column with the turn signal wires. Straighten a wire coat hanger (gas...
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    Bed prep if getting spray in liner???

    I've only used Raptor liner (U-Pol brand) I bought from Amazon, some of the kits come with a schutz gun. U-Pol says a gallon kit is enough for a truck bed.
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    Bed prep if getting spray in liner???

    I've watched a few videos of bed liner pro's using course nylon bristle cups on an angle grinder to scuff truck beds before spraying. Seems like they're all newer beds with real nice shiny paint though.
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    New NC member

    Welcome from California... I'm gonna need some pictures, is it a round or square headlight '80?
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    Bed prep if getting spray in liner???

    Hows about a picture of your bed before I weigh in... The condition of the existing paint and steel makes a big difference in what prep should be done. Are there dents? Big scratches and gouges down to bare steel? Is the seam sealer dried up and breaking loose? Is the paint flaking up? most...
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    Serpentine Belt brackets

    The L31 Vortec brackets (96-99 trucks and up to ‘02 in vans) are still widely available and are the a clean setup for the SBC in my opinion. So long as you’re not planning on using the edelbrock tunnel ram looking EFI like @Doppleganger its the Bee’s Knees. Pros: Junkyard availability Clean...
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    Best Gasket Sealer

    Ive been using Permatex “Gasket Maker” and it’s done well. That’s what came with the Spicer differential bearing kits I bought for my Jeep. This too ETA: I also like the “Lubelocker” reusable gaskets that don’t need goo to seal.
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    Frame Paint Code

    Used to be able to buy GM brand paint in ready to spray gallon cans for $20, it’s $100 on Amazon now. Melrose T-Top Int. 1050104 GM Chassis Black Reconditioning Paint https://a.co/d/galFLFQ I bought “hot rod black” urethane kit on amazon for my restoration and it has the same exact color and...
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    Power Steering Pump Differences

    LOL... It's like riding a bike Sir, I'm sure you would go straight to work and not even think about every detail because it would be automatic.
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    Restoration

    It was a shot at the person for joining the forum just to sell their stuff, or to scam someone based on how it is worded. I get the feeling this one post will be their only contribution. I've been wrong before... Maybe this time too...
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    Suggestions on primer for my topper

    Sir, How much paint is in that can? If there's plenty in there I would just try to get the appropriate activator and reducer and use it up. Here's the product tech sheet for the paint you have, it shows what products to mix it with...
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