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    Need new radiator, what to get for now and future

    I have a radiator that works fine, but the overflow port is busted off. It leaks out a little coolant now and also made the overflow useless. I've been driving it this way for a while, but its time to replace. Looks like I can get a replacement radiator from advance or simliar stores. The...
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    Mufflers - need input/advice

    Now I am little worried about replacing the exhaust myself. I've read and been told that the studs on the exhaust manifold break easily (mine are super rusted from what I can tell). It looks like a real pain to get them out if they do break, not a lot of room to work in that area. Anyone...
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    3/4 ton springs on 1/2 ton

    FYI - the front springs are supposed to have a negative arch, that is normal.
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    Mufflers - need input/advice

    That 70 is beautiful! This is the only picture I could find of my G
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    Mufflers - need input/advice

    Anyone here running a turbo muffler? I watched some youtube stuff for them, they seemed pretty loud? Also - DEERE G - I have a 1950 JD G at home, I assume you have something simliar based on your name.
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    Mufflers - need input/advice

    I'm putting a dual exhaust system on soon, going with a manifold back system with pipes behind the wheels (not out the back). I'm looking for a good muffler, I want something with a little more sound than a stock quiet muffler, but I dont want something that will be droning and driving me...
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    Tbi engine backfire

    I may have missed it above, did you install new plug wires and distributer cap as part of your rebuild? Mine was backfiring and I chased a lot of issues before I figured out I had bad plug wires (they looked good on the outside).
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    Sound Deadening yes or no??

    I did some fatmat on my 87'. So far I have just done the ceiling and pillars. Next will be the doors and eventually the back wall and floor. I could tell a difference right away on just the celing/pillars. I expect the back wall and doors to help a lot. Floor has carpet already, so probably...
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    set of spindles 87 4x4

    I looked at the pictures of how you removed them. I did the same thing on my first one - you basically are beating on the end of the spindle to get it removed, right? That doesn't really work, I found what works great is getting a 3-4" wide chisel, and driving it between the lip of the...
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    How much time should I expect?

    My first time through it took me an entire day to just remove everything and a 2nd day to reassemble. The 2nd time through it took me around 45 min a side to take it all apart and around an hour to reassemble. I learned a lot from the first time. Impact tools help a ton on removing the ball...
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    Talk me into or out of TBI

    I would stick with TBI if you are in cold climate - It was -25 degrees without wind here in Iowa the other day and the truck started right up.
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    k10 one ton

    I know the K10's use a 52" spring and the 1 ton are 56" The frames are punched for both lengths, so you would need to move the spring hanger positions back to the other spot. I have not done it, but I imagine its a pretty difficult job to get the old rivets off. Just curious - why do you...
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    Do these trucks just vibrate?

    I think the mounts are probably shot just from it being a 25 year old truck. I'll just deal with the little vibration for now. I should note - when I use 4x4 and go down the highway around 55 mph, the front drive shaft from the t-case to the axle really vibrates! I assume its because the...
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    what is the easiest way to swap an LS motor into a K10?

    Thanks for the info guys. OneLuckyPops - I live in north IA and there are no tuners around here, probably closest is around 125 miles away, I assume there are guys that do it through mail order. Are your harnesses all tagged so its dummy-proof? What year/model truck should I look for an...
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    Improving ride on a 4x4

    Hey All, I'm always looking to improve my truck. I drive it to work and back 1-2 times a week, which is around 50 miles round trip each time. I notice that these trucks do not ride nearly as good as the newer trucks do, I assume its mostly due to the strait front axle for the 4x4, and just...
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    what is the easiest way to swap an LS motor into a K10?

    I have an 1987 K10 with TBI 350 which is pretty worn out. I was planning on swapping in a crate 350, but I read so much good about the LS swap. I have read a lot about the swap, but I get really lost in all the wiring. I dont know much about wiring a vechicle and dont want to lose my...
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    Some of the other squarebodies sold at the Lambrecht auction

    No doubt the sellers and auction company are happy. Agree with everyone, these cars may be low miles, but what is the point if you have to totally restore the whole car and then replace half to 3/4 of the parts and interiors?
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    Some of the other squarebodies sold at the Lambrecht auction

    Those trucks are all pretty rough, but it looks like sheetmetal is in good shape on them, we all know how much NOS sheetmetal costs on these trucks (a ton). I bet with a good sanding the metal would be good. The interiors and drivetrain is probably junk from sitting so long. If it was me, I...
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    Do these trucks just vibrate?

    new ball joints, new tires, new wheels, new rear leaf springs and new shocks on all four corners. No lift. New u-joints in the driveshaft a month ago. Its a slight vibration, but its there. Feel it in the seat, so that tells me its in the rear driveline. Should I put grease on the...
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    Do these trucks just vibrate?

    I have been on a quest for my 4x4 to ride smoothly. I swear I take one step forward and two steps back. I got the tires balance twice, fixed the driveshaft vibration, new brakes, fresh grease and oil in the axles. Still has a small driveline vibration in the rear half of the truck...
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    Chrome wheels

    If you are not stuck on chrome I would get polished aluminum. Chrome wheels can rust over time and lose their shine. Polished wheels will also dull, but you can polish them back to a shine. I love wheels with a classic look, nothing too wild, but thats me. I just put polished wheels on...
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    TBI and cams

    Edelbrock recommends this cam for the TBI 350's Edelbrock#350-3702 Performer-Plus Camshaft Kit 1976-95 Chevy 305-350 (TBI/LG4) .398''/.442'' Lift 244°/264° Adv. Duration Idle-5500 RPM Range Lobe Separation Angle 112° Compared to the comp cams, this appears to have less lift on...
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    Foung guy advertising cheap $550 base/clear on clist link to ad

    I would ask what kind of paint he is using to make sure its not junk stuff or spray cans. Maybe he is doing it to learn or build up his business so thats why it is cheap?
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    TBI and cams

    Not interested in headers right now as I hear too many stories on them becoming a pain in the butt by needing to be tightened all the time and coatings flaking off, hard to change plugs, etc. Also, while we are taking about this - I'm going to take the AIR system out when this all happens...
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    TBI and cams

    This winter I am going to replace my motor with a GM TBI Crate motor as its worn out. I would like to do replace the intake with the Edelbrock TBI performer. I am leaning toward using the stock exhaust manifolds over going to headers as well. Also I would like to put in a different...

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