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  1. Fat 454

    I need a donut

    went to buy parts at a local auto store recently ( CV Boots ) and told they could not supply ( not stocked ) even when we provided make, model, year and OEM part no. Went back with an old aftermarket ( their "home " brand ) box showing part numbers and they found them on the shelf. Apparently...
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    How can i separate my rotor from hub? Looks like its all one piece need help!

    If you need to get drums or discs re-machined properly, I find most of the Ag store / tractor supply shops in our local area are the best bet. Good service, right equipment and quality work. Maybe a different mentality compared to the auto parts stores ( long term maintenance v. chuck out and...
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    Best media for blasting the body

    Hi - really don't want to be the "safety nanny" here but... DO NOT use regular sand for any abrasive blasting. When the sand hits a surface it fractures and the resulting finer silica powder if inhaled can cause respiratory diseases like silicosis. Better options would be garnet ( silica free )...
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    1987 Suburban v1500 - what separates the v1500 and v2500?

    Hi only real difference between the rated trucks that you cannot change with bolt-ons ( diff, axles etc. ) is the frame itself. Modulus refers to the flexibility or "bending" resistance of the frame when under load. This is a standard structural engineering term, and you can look it up easily...
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    Diesel heater installation

    Podmiejski - 'suburban" in Polish - that's hilarious - just found a new nick name for my 'burb - I mean 'miejsk...
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    Crewcab body swap on Regular Cab C&C 159.5" WB?

    Hi - just read through the thread and wanted to weigh in here with my 10c .. we looked at putting a crewcab body on a long wheelbase single cab frame. We had all the parts and lifted the cab on. As @bucket says, if the frame kicks up behind the cab ( which our frame did ), there is no way a...
  7. Fat 454

    Stock 1976 C10 - Need Wheel/Tire size help!

    so that's what a squarebody looks like before the rust sets in, wow !...
  8. Fat 454

    New 85 Blazer

    Welcome. I had an early bronco also - I think it was a '76 - anyway had dual tanks, no roof and lifted on 33's. Great truck, but too small for me and my better 1/2 to go into the mountains with a couple of Mtn bikes, camping gear etc. That is what first got me into chevys - I started looking at...
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    78 Surburban Revival

    That is awesome, welcome to the Sub owning fraternity !!. I thought my 4x4 was rusty ( ill post a pic, may give you a run for your money ). Definately go back to the forest green. I have a burnt orange / white combo thats going to be painted up as a forest ranger truck when done. Metallics don't...
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    I just bought a John Deere tractor!

    Tractors are awesome. We have a couple of "blue " models, they can: * tow your projects when there is no motor in it * push your projects into the barn ( even if there is no ramp up ) - build a thick wooden push block for this ! * if you have a loader attachment with forks then they will lift...
  11. Fat 454

    New member

    Welcome - yes more pics please - that looks super nice, we love crews!.. @Corvette Ed - are you Donald Trumps great, great grandson ??
  12. Fat 454

    New from NY

    welcome @Supermag ( from OZ ). Ha Ha "Active", the trick is getting us to shut up!.. pics pics pics. Build threads are what its all about on here...
  13. Fat 454

    sbc 350 oil pressure from 60 to 5

    honest question - why would you recommend mechanical rather than electrical? I would have thought having a wire running the length to under the dash would be easier than a pipe, provide a faster signal, and not have the potential issue of a messy leak in the cab. I am assuming the electrical...
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    14 bolt question

    My '73 2wd C20 burb came with a FF 14bolt from the factory. I would think it was part of the 3/4 tonne trailering option package available on the SQBodies. Didn't think it was that unusual ??
  15. Fat 454

    Lost my rear end.

    As the truck is your daily, I would suggest finding another used axle and swapping it in just to keep you going. Changing axles and wheel bearings is no big deal, however getting the crush / wear pattern / spacing correct on the pinion to ring gear is much more involved. There are plenty of...
  16. Fat 454

    TH400 Information Thread

    thanks guys - appreciated. I will look them up and see what their shipping is like. As said, will probably buy a core and do a full rebuild and then swap them out. I'll report back how it all goes. Oh, by the way a "rebuild " core here is around A$1,500.....
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    TH400 Information Thread

    Also interested in anyone's list of "must have" upgrades for reliability - ( shift kit, clutches, HD C clips etc. ) - truck will be stock ( changing from dually axle to SRW ) , and just used for normal truck stuff - highway hauling and some towing. No racing or tractor pulls !! Oh, and its a...
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    TH400 Information Thread

    Hi Nick and all, who are your recommended go to suppliers for T400 service parts ? I will also note that I am not in the continental US, so will need to mail internationally, however we get all our other parts that way so no big deal. Use Rock Auto for a lot of stuff, as well as the usual LMC...
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    4L65E Mega Monster Transmission - Destruction and Shift Kit check balls

    Hi Nick - may or may not be of help, but check out Shaun's YT channel - "Mountains garage". We have a T400 that needs a strip and investigation as no reverse. Came across Mountains when looking for info on the reverse solenoid set up. It seems hard to locate detailed clear information on...
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    2WD to 4WD frame swap. Is it really that simple??? Help me out!

    Hey Ranch Welder - that is the coolest post I have read ever !.. Couldn't agree more about the value of the journey. Still think its funny offering someone from Texas to go to another state as they have "more " of something !!. Will definately take you up on this next time we can head that way...
  21. Fat 454

    2WD to 4WD frame swap. Is it really that simple??? Help me out!

    $1800 for a full 4x4 frame is a good deal, especially with the service body and all the other parts. The double shocks up front are an OEM factory option. I have that option on a 4x4 blazer. Cool talking point at shows, not sure how much better performance they provide, however one of the first...
  22. Fat 454

    Hello Squarebody lovers

    Also assuming its not a '74 model ?..
  23. Fat 454

    Hello Squarebody lovers

    Welcome - that is an Awesome truck. More pics please, and lets know what are you plans for it ? We are planning to do a dually to single rear wheel axle swap on our crew cab over Christmas for my son's work truck. It is a factory 454 with TBI and a turbo 400. Would be real interested to know...
  24. Fat 454

    86 suburban 2wd to 4wd

    Hi - some of the "why" you are looking for is that the engine / transmission combo in a 4wd is mounted higher and further back into the firewall, compared to a 2wd. This is because the sump needs to clear the "live" 4wd solid axle with pumpkin, whilst the 2wd can sit down further into the front...
  25. Fat 454

    Well, Here We Go!!

    Awesome factory accessory bed rails and front overriders. Make sure to keep those!..

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