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    Newby

    Welcome from California
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    Steering column compatibility

    What exactly is broken on the column? You may have better luck repairing the factory column Some of the connections on your column are rather standard and are the same for several year models 1st - Standard turn signal switch wiring 2nd - Standard Brake lamp switch NO/NC combo I assume: NO for...
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    What new tools have you got lately?

    Got my Dad a new vice for Christmas
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    Dakota Digital RTX gauge cluster

    I agree with @PrairieDrifter on the quality of aftermarket vs stock wiring and components. The stock stuff is rather high quality I had to make a bunch of de-pinning tools, heavy and thin gauge gas welding rod ground to different shapes did most everything, a few needed super thin rigid wire...
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    Dakota Digital RTX gauge cluster

    I dug through my pictures, my RTX’s are the same. Not noticeable once the bezel is on
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    Steering Column needs to be rebuild

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    Steering Column needs to be rebuild

    Theres a company I found that sell's rebuilt GM columns with or without a core exchange... IIRC a rebuilt column was like $800-$900 not including the core charge or shipping, one of the reasons I chose to restore my own. Rebuilding a column is a fairly involved project but it can be done with...
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    10 bolt front differential question

    Exact position... As @Strick says so long as the shims go back where they came from you should be good so long as the gear set appears to be wearing correctly, keeping the shims correct will result in it being reinstalled in the exact position as before disassembly. The shims do more than just...
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    No accessories power

    Once you've completed @Ricko1966 suggestion... This is the most common break on the rack, if you end up taking the column down this far plan for a difficult task. To get slack in the turn signal wires If your turn signal switch doesn't need to be replaced: 1) Unplug the connector on the...
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    No accessories power

    Couldn’t hurt… New switches aren’t terribly expensive and you’re probably due for one.
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    No accessories power

    Here’s where the screws should be
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    No accessories power

    There should be 2 screws holding the switch to the column, the holes in the switch are slotted allowing for about 1/4” or so of adjustment. These screws are hard to get to and usually are removed/loosened by feel. If the adjustment does nothing either the switch is worn out or the ignition rod...
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    Eastwood Versus POR15

    If you’re blasting you shouldn’t need any special “prep” product, paint will stick to the rough texture left from blasting. I don’t have any experience with the air catalyzed coatings like por15, there is another air catalyzed coating called Rust bullet though. I’m a fan of epoxy paint...
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    No accessories power

    ^^^^ Basically this There may be a bit of a compromise on the best position for the ignition switch. When its perfect each key position should work accordingly and the key should snap back to "Run" after cranking. It may take some trial and error to get it perfect. I'll add, do not attempt...
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    04 LM7 into 87 K5

    When I did my 4L60E + 208 combo all of the information I found claimed the Dakota signal wasn’t good enough for the factory PCM to shift correctly. I ended up with a custom VSS and reluctor wheel from a 241 and modified my tail housing because I couldn’t find an adapter. Now there’s an...
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    Engine & transmission removal & reinstall general tips

    ^^^ I’m a fan of the accessory bolts in the heads and a chain
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    Diesel Dash Light and Socket

    CA is pretty messed up but at least “smog” is sellers responsibility…. MIL = failed smog
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    Diesel Dash Light and Socket

    I dug this one up today let me know if the other one falls through. I don’t have the bulb sockets though
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    Diesel Dash Light and Socket

    Hnmmm… I can’t remember if I still have it… I had a gauge assembly and bezel from a diesel suburban laying around. Not sure if it survived the last trip to the dump though. I should be able to look for it on Sunday if another one doesn’t turn up
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    Trans braces not installed when motor went in, can I fix with a little welding/fab work?

    Good choice... @SquareRoot and @nvrenuf give solid advice
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    Lift options and recommendations for a 1980 Jimmy

    I would think you will need some trimming to clear 35's with only 4" of lift. I have no experience with them but the Off-Road Design springs seem to have a good reputation, you may want to pick up some overtime shifts before you hit the buy it now button. https://www.offroaddesign.com/
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    Starter wiring for LS

    Yes… purple wire from bulkhead will trigger the starter solenoid so long as you provide power to the two red wires at the bulkhead. One of the red wires connects to the positive lug on the starter and the other comes from the… can’t remember, alternator maybe. Both have fusible links, one at...
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    ANYONE USED VORTEC HIGH SWIRL HEADS ON THEIR GEN-I SBC?

    IIRC to run the Vortec heads you would need an intake manifold and because Vortec water pump uses a bypass hose a small hole needs to be drilled in the thermostat if you run a classic water pump. Vortec block may or may not have the hole for a mechanical fuel pump rod machined. If you plan on...
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    Wanting an Upgrade

    My truck didn’t come with a headliner or trim. I bought the LMC headliner “kit” and the headliner itself wasn’t bad but the rest of the kit was cheesy upholstered cardboard. I ended up buying all of the trim pieces separately and spending a bunch more money. It’s a fairly simple process just...
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    04 LM7 into 87 K5

    There’s a few circuits in the cab hot while cranking, under the hood I think the coil wire should be hot on run and start. Get your test light out…

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