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  1. SASKCHEYENNE75

    Issues with HEI swap from original points ignition.

     Good day, I am having ignition issues with my HEI swap from original points ignition. Please help! 1974 Chev C20 Original 350 motor was seized so I removed it and installed another 350 from a 79. The new motor had an HEI distributor so I deleted the old points system....I think. Now that I...
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    Detent Cable adjustment?

    Good afternoon! Im hooking up my carb and trying to adjust the detent cable. How do I adjust the length on this style?? It seems even when I manually hold the cable in place and open the throttle wide open the orange part prevents WOT 1974 Chev C20 Original TH350 transmission 350 sbc with...
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    Broken U-Joint Strap Bolt Question

    Just looking for answers/opinions. 1974 Chev C20 with 14 bolt FF Rear Differential. Removed driveshaft and in the process of removing the u-joint strap bolts I snapped one of them off. I tried extracting it in place but didnt work. I removed the pinion flange as I was going to change the seal...
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    Fuel return changes?

    Good afternoon, I will be installing a used engine that I purchased into my 74 C20 as the original seized 350 turned out to be beyond repair. The used engine has a mechanical fuel pump with a return line however my current fuel system is not a return style. I plan on changing my fuel tank and...
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    Guess I'm into it now

    Spent about a month soaking and trying to loosen a stuck 350 sbc in my new to me 74 Chev C20. From what I can tell the motor is original and likely never been out of the truck. I was unable to get it free so decided to pull it out of the truck. After some swearing and a lot of mess it actually...
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    Which mirrors are these? Factory?

    1974 Chev C20 All original What mirrors are these? Are they camper towing mirrors? I dont see a code for this particular truck being a camper special?
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    Bench Seat Identification

    Good day...I recently purchased this truck and it does not have the original bench seat. I am wondering if anyone can tell me what color it is and maybe even what possible year its from? It has some fading but relatively pretty good shape. Thanks!
  8. SASKCHEYENNE75

    Stalling Issue

    1986 Chev K30 Crew Cab 350 with Holley Carb The truck sat for a number of years so I've been slowly working my way through it. I got it to run and idle but was running rough so I pulled the carb (Holley) and got it rebuilt. I also swapped in a new distributor. The truck starts and idles good...
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    Transmission Identification

    I picked up a scrap truck for a few parts and this transmission was in the back. Can someone help me by telling me what it is? I'm thinking a th350 but I'm not positive.
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    Help with GM 14 Bolt Rear End

    I am in the process of changing the gear oil in my truck. 1986 Chev K30 Crew Cab 14 Bolt Full Float Rear End When I took the cover off to drain the oil it was quite dirty. There was also a fair amount of metal shavings on the magnet in the base of the housing including a broken clip. I will...
  11. SASKCHEYENNE75

    Caliper rattles...help?

    Hello, Continuing work on my 86 Chev k30 Crew Cab. Got it running (sort of lol) and took it around the block. Ran and shifted fine but had a horrible metal on metal knock which went away when brakes applied. Took off the front wheels and my passenger side caliper was loose and knocking on the...
  12. SASKCHEYENNE75

    Fusible Link?

    Good afternoon, I have no power to my headlight switch. I removed the switch and tested the contacts to make sure the switch is working properly and it is. Next I checked for constant 12v power at the red wire in the headlight switch harness and there is none. I disconnected the 3 wires from my...
  13. SASKCHEYENNE75

    In your opinion?

    Going through my recently purchased truck. I plan on getting the carb rebuilt as the truck sat for a number of years. Before I do tho I just want your opinion on whether it's a good carb for the setup? Truck: 1986 Chev K30 Crew Cab Originally a 6.2 Diesel swapped with a SBC 350 4 bolt main...
  14. SASKCHEYENNE75

    Another Question!!

    1986 Chev K30 Crew Cab Originally a 6.2 Diesel swapped to a SBC 350 4 bolt main Truck has sat for a few years and obviously shares parts with the original 6.2 so making it a bit more confusing. The truck had no alternator when I got it so want to make sure I get the correct one. I posted a pic...
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    Help Identify

    I am working on my newly acquired truck and have a question. Truck is a: 1986 Chev K30 Crew Cab Originally a 6.2 Diesel swapped to a SBC 350 4 bolt main from a 1970 Chevelle. The truck sat for a number of years so I'm going through it trying to get it running properly. What is this? It's...
  16. SASKCHEYENNE75

    Well we bought another one...

    My son and I are in love with Squarebody trucks and have been for a long time. Up here in Canada (Saskatchewan) they are getting more and more rare as time goes on. The more rare they get the more expensive they get but good deals are still to be found. In fact we found one just the other day...
  17. SASKCHEYENNE75

    Interior Color Question??

    I have an 82 Chev C10 with "Mahogany" interior. I'm looking for a replacement dash pad and seat upholstery but can only find tan and burgundy. Is "Mahogany" rare or something? Anyone have any ideas?? Here is my original dealer option code sheet for reference
  18. SASKCHEYENNE75

    Paint code Question

    Hello, I recently purchased another squarebody and am wanting to decode the factory colors. As you can see in the picture below it is a Silverado model with ZY4 deluxe paint scheme. I'm assuming the color codes are the 76D and 68L? What does the D and L stand for and what color's do these come...
  19. SASKCHEYENNE75

    Narrowing down the squeaks

    Hello, I have a 1975 Chev C10 in mostly original condition. Been slowly fixing/upgrading things. One very annoying issue is the excessive squeaking noise when going over small bumps while driving. I've tried narrowing down the source but having problems with it. Shocks are brand new. Could...
  20. SASKCHEYENNE75

    Front End Question

    Hello Folks, I've started tearing down my front end to do some needed work to it. The plan is to put new inner and outer wheel bearings, new brake pads, new calipers (one was seized), and have the rotors turned. My question is about the disc brake dust shield. I removed both sides so I could...
  21. SASKCHEYENNE75

    Washer fluid??

    Good morning everyone, I am having issues with my washer/wiper switch and wanted some advice. I cant turn on my wiper blades without my washer coming on as well. The washer fluid pumps out fine and sprays evenly however comes on every time my wipers do....even when I don't want them to. I...
  22. SASKCHEYENNE75

    What is this??

    Hello all, I'm doing some cleanup on my 75 Chevy C10 and some long overdue maintenance. Can someone tell me what this is? It sits right in front of the distributor and has a vacuum hose coming off of it. Sorry for the photo quality...its not great. Thanks!! S
  23. SASKCHEYENNE75

    Removing emissions......what is this???

    Good morning. I have recently acquired a 1975 Chev C10 with a 350 4bbl. The truck is completely stock for the most part. I am going to start removing some of the emissions crap on it as where I live there are no emissions laws (Canada). I have looked into removing the EGR and blocking it off, as...

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