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  1. Chris64

    I think I figured out my brake problem

    Yup - and that's my plan. I guess my question was really: is it stupid to just replace them versus getting them resurfaced. And also is there a better brand or just stick with OEM? I always lean towards replace and OEM but it never hurts to ask people who might know more. :)
  2. Chris64

    I think I figured out my brake problem

    My brakes have never been great. I didn't expect it to be like a new truck but you really need to push to stop. It IS barely possible to make the tires skid if you push hard enough, but it's not easy. I was wondering if it was a vacuum problem and I can't say I've tested the vacuum between the...
  3. Chris64

    Planning my next next project...engine?

    I actually missed the link. I'll keep an eye out for one of those model cars. That's pretty cool. We don't have much in the way of pick-a-part places around here. They charge you $75 just to enter (seriously) and almost everything has been picked through and all the engines are pulled out and...
  4. Chris64

    Planning my next next project...engine?

    OK, so I'm trying to keep up with you on this because a lot of it is Greek to me. Where could I acquire TBI heads? I'm not seeing anything on the used market. I've found a few articles. My understanding so far is that I could look for something off of a 91~ SBC. I'm reading that they will bolt...
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    Planning my next next project...engine?

    Do they make a stoich-o-meter? This is something I haven't even looked into, but I think the carb came pretty close. I say that just based on the plug color (Disclaimer: I really only know the colors of 2-strokes). It's cocoa brown and dry-ish. I only checked plugs 1&2. When I get on it, it...
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    Planning my next next project...engine?

    OK - Money is an object. My whole reason for asking is that I want to spend wisely. I have a new Edelbrock AVS2 so I wanted to stay carbureted. If I went EFI I'd probably just go with an LS which I may do someday, but for now, I'm enjoying the process of learning about this motor. I was...
  7. Chris64

    Planning my next next project...engine?

    Compression on all cylinders is the same - I do have a compression gauge, I just don't know what number it's supposed to have. It reads 135 on each. Oil pressure seems fine on the stock gauge (it has a direct oil line. It goes to zero when it's off and goes to about 70% on the gauge when the...
  8. Chris64

    Planning my next next project...engine?

    OK, my current project is suspension and getting the rig to feel comfortable to drive. Right now it's scary at 45mph. I can't imagine going freeway speeds, but I'm not sure if it could go freeway speeds. Then maybe body work...or... I keep watching videos on improving the performance of the...
  9. Chris64

    V2500 4in lift replacement? ORD?

    I put them on my RV in the back just to give it more stability. I felt like it wandered way too much for my comfort. It helped a ton. They were flawless for a few years. Plus then I had an air compressor on board. After about 5 years they developed a small leak somewhere in the line to the tank...
  10. Chris64

    NP203 leaking. Replace or fix?

    What do you think about buying a second TC just because it's available and local and $100?
  11. Chris64

    V2500 4in lift replacement? ORD?

    Just to follow up on this, the problem was the pitman arm. It seems like there no backlash on the spline coming off the steering box and the frame isn't cracked. The arm seems to be wandering on the bolt that's hold it in place. The bolt was not loose, but not fully tightened either. I tightened...
  12. Chris64

    NP203 leaking. Replace or fix?

    I need to address the leaky elephant in the room. Luckily the only place my truck leaking (making it to the ground anyway) is the transfer case. It's an NP203 (full time 4wd/chain driven). It's leaking out of the output shaft area and the speedometer cable (which I'm guessing isn't good). I...
  13. Chris64

    V2500 4in lift replacement? ORD?

    I dug into this a little tonight. I tightened the adjuster 1/4 turn at a time until the steering started to be a little resistant and then went back 1/4 turn. Still has about 4-5" of slop at the wheel (18"). The problem appears to be the steering arm that goes onto the splines. When you turn the...
  14. Chris64

    V2500 4in lift replacement? ORD?

    I wonder the same thing. It becomes costly by the time you get the 2wd steering box and either a new machined knuckle or find someone who can machine yours. Also I've seen a few YouTube's where the parts they buy give zero clearance for the oil pan. If it only helps bump steer I'm not sure it's...
  15. Chris64

    What have you done to your square lately??

    I tried to find a good thread on best practices to remove the resistor wire and replace it in the wire harness etc but I need a tach wire run anyway so I'll just run two new wires (one for Tach) and just cap the resistor wire to off in the wire loom. Thanks for warning me about that.
  16. Chris64

    What have you done to your square lately??

    :oops: I sure did...err...tonight. So that line going to the coil isn't 12v? TIL.
  17. Chris64

    What have you done to your square lately??

    Finally switched to an HEI system. I bought new cables (unfinished so I could make them the exact length) but they didn't fit the new distributor (which are identical to spark plug ends) so I used the crimp on ends from the new set on the old cables. The "old" cables were nice MSD cables and...
  18. Chris64

    Do I restore my AC or?

    OK - from what people are saying: * It is reasonable to get my existing system working - which sounds good. * If I need to replace components, I should get R134a, which makes sense. I'll need to switch out at least the compressor and the condenser for R134. * I'm not sure what state my...
  19. Chris64

    Do I restore my AC or?

    Would that also require a different pump?
  20. Chris64

    Do I restore my AC or?

    I thought I typed up this question before but I couldn't find it, so I probably never clicked "Post thread." Anyway, I have the OG AC from 1974. The compressor label says it takes R12 (which seems to be available online still - Amazon). The line from the condenser to the evaporator appears to...
  21. Chris64

    Old school Pioneer head unit, should I or should I not???

    The plus is: you have it and your dash is already cut! That's a good reason to use it. The negative: is it's just a pretty basic unit from an era where they had some awesome head units. Finding one that's still working is a whole different story.
  22. Chris64

    whats every body using.. looking for a new stereo head unit

    I can't wait to start working on my audio. I was thinking Retro AutoSound. Mostly because my dash is uncut and I have a big hole there. If I had a dead stock unit I'd go with a blueTooth marine amp. If it was cut I would stick a DIN unit in there or maybe a double. At some point, the last...
  23. Chris64

    77 K10 - what should I be asking for?

    Sounds nice. There will be a big audience for that truck in AZ. Asking price seems to be between $5-20K. Up to 30K if it has a fresh coat of paint (I assume these vehicles must be meticulously maintained). I saw a 77 K-20 on FB marketplace today that was a frame-off restoration for $85K...
  24. Chris64

    Instrument panel light question

    Just to put closure on this, it appears my problem is the switch in the column itself. I wiggled the harness coming down from the steering column and that sorta brought it back to life but really if I pulled the blinker itself forward and backwards I could get it to start/stop working. The more...
  25. Chris64

    Instrument panel light question

    The light is a 1157 so I believe it's the correct one. The marker light on the side I think is correct. Just because I had it, I put a dash bulb in the side spot planning on changing it but it turns out that bulb is the same as the dash bulb. Weird.

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