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  1. DrPrepper

    Looking for no bs, tested, quality vacuum caps..

    Try going to a parts store...check the Dorman bins...this way you can put your hands on them .I didn't care for the vinyl caps either...
  2. DrPrepper

    Headers or Manifold ?

    Were you afraid of the local muffler shop?
  3. DrPrepper

    Oil leak

    Oil pressure fitting/sending unit...line?
  4. DrPrepper

    Timing on GM GoodWrench Crate Engine?

    30 degrees... Sounds like vacuum advance is connected to manifold port...
  5. DrPrepper

    Rebuilt $350 long block questions

    Oh yea ... "Before the work is done"
  6. DrPrepper

    Rebuilt $350 long block questions

    You would be best served by contacting the Bureau of Automotive Repair and register a complaint.anytime a estimate is changed it is to be documented...
  7. DrPrepper

    Wilwood bolt in twin piston calipers?

    O.k. Does anyone know which stock GM 2 piston calipers will fit on a 75 1/2 ton ...I'll continue to look through the threads
  8. DrPrepper

    DISC BRAKE COVERSION

    Today , only BAR can do roadside inspections... And you can tell them no thanks ....ask if they will issue a certificate after the inspection....I was told current roadside inspections are checking 4 evap issues
  9. DrPrepper

    Kill switch ideas?

    Simple push button on/off in the ash tray is out of sight....I only use one fuel tank on my truck so the fuel tank valve is easy to turn towards the empty tank
  10. DrPrepper

    Emissions Labels

    I've never seen 2 air pumps on an engine....I'll be looking into that....take it to the referee...they will make sure you have everything where it goes...no more problems at the smog shop...their not out to screw you...and they are the final word
  11. DrPrepper

    Dipstick tube installation tricks

    Anyone have a proven trick for installing a dipstick tube into a th350. Engine and transmission are installed. Thanks
  12. DrPrepper

    Ignition Switch replacement

    So ...once it cooled off a little...I made my way out to the truck to have another look at how things in my mind could fit together.....Hmmmm turned the switch over and ....yep...fell right in place I'm never afraid to go ahead and tell on myself. PS. truck still doesn't start
  13. DrPrepper

    Ignition Switch replacement

    After removing the ignition switch....I'm having some issues replacing it with a new one. The angle of the rod seems wrong but....both switches are the same,and the old one came out. Tilt wheel Not a fan of putting things together wrong. hoping the experience here on this forum can give me a...
  14. DrPrepper

    Pass Ca. Smog with new Top End?

    Take your time with your project, there is an assembly bill in the transportation committee that will raise the exemption year to ............ok wait for it...........1981 and older. Or you can always buy parts with the correct CARB EO #s Combustion chamber temp is the biggest cause NOx...
  15. DrPrepper

    Fuel filling issues with new pumps

    I solved this problem by carrying a section of hose from a dump can....I push the hose into the filler neck and place the nozzle into the hose, elevate and pump...no more fuel on the ground or pump shut off
  16. DrPrepper

    Problems with reman carb

    Did you adjust the idle mixture screws....gently all the way in, then backed out 1 1/2 turns is an good starting point
  17. DrPrepper

    350 intake parts questions.

    I looked for that intake...and ended up buying 2 for less than 1 on ebay....they were less than the cost of the Edelbrock 2701 ....sold one for the cost including shipping....Aluminum dual plane intakes on the street are very similar in performance....a little time spent port matching will be...
  18. DrPrepper

    Another annoying AC Question

    Glad I found this thread ...I've been putting all the parts together to put the A/C back into my 75 short bed. I have to take responsibility for the tossing of the parts though. The diagram of the brackets is just what I needed, I found the brackets and a compressor at a yard sale...$10 yard...
  19. DrPrepper

    Vibration at 65

    I'd like to suggest...Cracked rotor
  20. DrPrepper

    What new tools have you got lately?

    terminal cleaners look like something I'll be looking into...
  21. DrPrepper

    Heater Core Problem?

    that's the one ....looked through some local yards, all were broken...ordered ....thanks
  22. DrPrepper

    Heater Core Problem?

    Thanks for the pointers...went with removing the inner fender well route,pictures really do tell a 1000 words...I'll be warm this winter, moving on to the A/C next...been looking for the little P shaped plastic piece that attaches to the Blend door...any thoughts on where it can be found Thanks...
  23. DrPrepper

    Heater Core Problem?

    Thanks HK....I'll probably wear this link out in the next couple of days...
  24. DrPrepper

    Heater Core Problem?

    where might the pictures be that are refered to in #5?
  25. DrPrepper

    New guy

    Hello, I've got a 75 1/2 ton short bed ,400ci small block,400 T/H...I try to drive this truck at least once a week

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