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  1. Rickf

    1985 K5 keeps breaking starters, help!

    I had a 6.2NA that ate starter bolts until I found out the starter to block brace was missing.
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    Headlights upgrade.

    You might have 4 low beam bulbs, buy 2 high beam bulbs. The blue lights might be daytime running lights.
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    LMC pre bent fuel and brake lines

    Pre-bent lines are also bent to fit into the packaging and don't always straighten out like needed. I put pre-bent stainless in my old 2005 Sierra, would only use them again on a bare frame. There was too much stuff in the way for easy routing resulting in mass consumption of adult beverages.
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    heater issues

    I'd check for nesting materials.
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    2WD to 4WD frame swap. Is it really that simple??? Help me out!

    Mid 80's C10 low trans tunnel cab w/column shift converted to 4wd with parts from a K20.
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    Rear wheel drive with NP-203?

    As a test, remove the front driveshaft and see if the truck moves. If it doesn't, go to plan "B".
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    Single din install problem

    or use a radio with a remote control and install it under the seat. I like the two knob idea.
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    2WD to 4WD frame swap. Is it really that simple??? Help me out!

    The tunnel is different but not a problem with a column shift, ask me how I know.
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    305 SBC vs 6.2 Detroit: Which would you rather?

    or a 2 stroke?
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    Small block to big block swap. What do i need to know?

    Depending on the brand of headers, don't be surprised if the a/c box starts to melt. Ask me how I know. :flamingdevil:
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    305 SBC vs 6.2 Detroit: Which would you rather?

    Real trucks don't have spark plugs. :cheers:
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    Yet another starter issue

    Might not be related to your starting issue, does it have a block heater and do you plug it in?
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    Front Fender Well Inspection Covers?

    That's one of the many access points for rodents, get some 20ga. and tin snips.
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    VARMITS

    I've employed two always hungry barn cats, one is 13lbs. the other 16lbs. Even though I feed them in the morning, several times a week they'll leave a DB near the back door. Well worth the investment.
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    Door skins delaminating

    Might be held together with panel adhesive, not welded.
  16. Rickf

    86 6.2 diesel crank no start

    Use starting fluid if you want to blow the head gaskets. 6.2's don't like to start without functioning glow plugs or fair to poor batteries spinning the starter. It probably still has the 24 volt starter & glow plug system. Get a multi meter and figure what's 24 and 12 volt.
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    FNG here that used the search bar…

    Are you near a salvage yard?
  18. Rickf

    M1009 Engine Swap ID

    Most likely a 5.7L (350) gas.
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    Low Hump to High Hump Conversion

    3M strip caulk seals ok and doesn't harden up.
  20. Rickf

    Timing light recommendations

    I've had a snap-on MT1261 for 25+ years, bought it used, don't recall how much I paid, must have been cheap because I am.
  21. Rickf

    Welding and cutting by fuel tank

    If that's a HF welding blanket, I've had weld splatter burn through... ruined a decent sweatshirt.
  22. Rickf

    Smoke troubleshooting

    I vote for one of three things; valve guides, head gaskets, or rings in no particular order. If the smoke lessens, valve guides. If the smoke smell "sweet" or bubbles in the radiator, head gaskets.
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    Vehicle shutoff while driving

    Do the headlights or other electrics (radio, heater etc.) still work? Or is it just the engine?
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    New 0 miles crate engine/old Odometer/vehicle registration?

    I'd make sure to get documentation from the DMV or whomever in case you've been given bad info. The easiest would be to leave it alone and make a note of the mileage when the new engine goes in.
  25. Rickf

    Driver's side Cylinders 50-60 PSI, Drinkers side 130-140 5.7L 350 1986 K10 Suburban Crate Engine

    The proctologist cameras on amazon are pretty reasonable, plus you can snake it down a spark plug hole. If you make the plunge, make sure it has a stiff but flexible wand, not the flaccid type that is used with a cell phone. Good luck with your probing.

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