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  1. AKguy

    Oil in the “heat passages” on BBC 360 heads

    I was surprised to find lots of oil in the passages between the #4 and #5 exhaust over to the intake manifold on both 360 heads. Should I be? Cracked heads? Blowing in from the exhaust stroke? Thanks.
  2. AKguy

    Torque Value Calculation, JD 310D

    Trying to figure out the rear wheel cap screw, 3/4x10, torque for my loader backhoe. Here’s the manual info. I am guessing the “equation” relates to force and distance. I have them torqued at 85 foot pounds right now. I’m sure some of you know this stuff. Thanks.
  3. AKguy

    2011 Suburban Box mystery

    While looking at the empty spare tire carrier, I noticed a box that is tie wrapped in place. I have no idea what it is and why it is in the way of hanging a spare.
  4. AKguy

    2016-17 Silverado 2500 tap into backup light circuit?

    Anyone have experience/thoughts on tapping into the backup light wire in the factory rear harness? Boat trailer has a electric valve for the brakes that needs the backup wire signal and the trailer is currently only wired for a flat 4. Don’t need backup lights on the trailer. Thanks.
  5. AKguy

    Crew Cab Driveline(s) After Gear Vendors Installation

    I have planned a Gear Vendors OD installation on my 1980/81 K30 454/TH400/NP205/3.73’s Crew since I began the project. I sense the geometry change for the forward section of the rear driveline will change to an intolerable degree. I have also read here that at least one poster eliminated the...
  6. AKguy

    Dually

    https://westslope.craigslist.org/cto/d/durango-1985-k30-crewcab-4x4-dually/7493920218.html
  7. AKguy

    Crankshaft Supply

    Ordered a new crankshaft for my grandson’s F250 from Crankshaft Supply and paid $$$ to have it shipped FedEx 2-day. Saw that it was coming via truck when I tracked it. Sent an inquiry via E-mail. Received an immediate response, appology, and full refund for the shipping! Nice to see some...
  8. AKguy

    Nasty Noise Coming From Flexplate/Converter area

    1985 K20 Suburban, 350/700R4, 14” 168 tooth flexplate, three bolt converter. When warm/hot, about 90 here today, getting fairly loud, tinny/grinding noise while parked and in motion. Looked at starter intereference, none I could fine, put different starter on, no change. Truck is shifting as it...
  9. AKguy

    New Kick Panels

    I see Auto Metal Direct is advertising these now.
  10. AKguy

    Rescue Wire for Window Crank Clip

    Hate trying to get the clips out so while installing panels today I took thin, stainless safety wire and put loops on the clips so I can snatch them out easier later on.
  11. AKguy

    Welcomed Back Into The Fold!

    “RockAuto Now Shipping to Everywhere in Alaska Again! Thank you for being a RockAuto customer! As of July 1st, we have resumed shipping auto parts to Alaska! RockAuto.com is now able to accurately determine city limits and collect sales tax as necessary in your state. “
  12. AKguy

    Seat Belt Bolt thread Size

    So, what size bolts are supposed to hold the lap belts and the shoulder belt retract mechanism to the floor in my 1981 Crew?
  13. AKguy

    Shift Indicator wire “Stud”?

    Okay, what goes into this unthreaded hole for the shift indicator wires to ride on? I made my own out of an aircraft rivet, but would like to know in case I find the correct gizmo in my stuff!
  14. AKguy

    Torin Big Red floor jack

    While visiting the family down south we were using a Torin Big Red 4-ton floor jack that was purchased at Tractor Supply about five months ago. My first attempt at a lift on the Suburban yielded a leaking piston on the power unit. Tractor Supply did not carry the seal kit, nor would they...
  15. AKguy

    Interesting

    https://kenai.craigslist.org/for/d/sterling-1965-chevy-ext-cab-flatbed/7276878549.html
  16. AKguy

    Bench Seat ID

    I need some help trying to ID my front bench so that I can find covers and seat foam. I am thinking it may be out of a Suburban. The base has been modified to bolt into my 1981 Crew Cab. Thanks.
  17. AKguy

    1980 GMC

  18. AKguy

    Bonanza Badged K10

    I called the guy and he said it has s 350 in it. https://alaskaslist.com/?cityid=1&lang=en&search=%20&pricemin=0&pricemax=0&view=ads&catid=10&subcatid=112&area=Butte
  19. AKguy

    Hydroboost Pushrod Kit Source

    I was thinking that pushrod kits were made out of unobtainium, until I found a source in California. PowerBrakes.com has kits for both hydroboost bore sizes, e.g., 1.6” and 1.8”.
  20. AKguy

    Engine Speed Switch Delete

    1981 C20, 454, new Holley Sniper EFI with Hyperspark mudule and Dual Sync distributor. I am assuming that since I removed all the emissions equipment, ditched the Quadrajet and the old distributor I can delete the engine speed switch since the speed valve is gone. I cannot see any other...
  21. AKguy

    6 hole, 11.5” centers flexplate Mark IV 454

    Tearing my grey hairs out here after the third flexplate I ordered did not fit. My existing setup is the Mark IV 454 with 2-piece rear main seal, 6-hole torque converter with hole centers (straight across) of approx. 11.5” spread, 6-hole single pattern flexplate stamped 7 993. The flexplate has...
  22. AKguy

    2WD or 4WD Front Splash Seals

    Getting ready to make an order and need answers. I am using my 1981 C20 Front/Cab and bed to mount on my 1979 K30 frame and running gear. What’s the difference between the 2WD and the 4WD front splash seals? Are the inner fenders on the 4WD different? Thanks.
  23. AKguy

    Factory Rear Slider Seal

    I am finding new rear window seals, but none that advertise they fit the factory slider. Have found one that says it fits the aftermarket windows. Anyone faced this situation before? Factory and aftermarket seals the same? Thanks.
  24. AKguy

    Sending unit ports

    Okay, received two new units for my main and aux saddle tanks, Spectra FG05H models that will be feeding/returning from, my Sniper EFI. They have two ports, one 3/8 for the supply and a 5/16. Is that 5/16 intended for the return? If so, will I need to vent them like the originals that had a 1/4...
  25. AKguy

    Street Warrior/Sniper EFI combo hood clearance

    For those of you running the 8122 Street Warrior manifold topped with a Sniper EFI, or carb for that matter, on your big block, how much room you have remaining for the air filter? Thanks.

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