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    What y'all think, patch it and run it?

    I have an '84 Silverado with 32000 actual miles. It's on the 6th set of tires, my life is worth more than a set of tires, JMHO
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    Oil pan removal

    1984 K10 Silverado with 305 V8, replaced mine 2 months ago, no issues with clearance, except for my belly under the axle, that was tight!!
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    Getting quotes for paint/body work

    Oh, for the good old days!! To be serious, seek out a painter that works at one of the independent shops in your area. They may be willing to spray your vehicle for you on the side, for maybe $1K if you tape it up and provide all the supplies, (paint is not cheap in today's market either, so...
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    Rattle noise from A/C compressor

    I was the person that installed the new compressor, and was very meticulous about putting everything back where it was, had no idea there was a missing washer. I'm afraid you are correct, about technicians being parts changers, especially on an older model vehicle. If they can't plug in the...
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    Rattle noise from A/C compressor

    Thanks to a post in a sister forum, I think I found the source of the noise from my A/C compressor. I had recently replaced the compressor, accumulator, orifice tube and hose manifold on my '84 Silverado due to a severe rattling noise from the compressor area. I had also thoroughly flushed...
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    A/C condenser replacement instructions don't match vehicle?

    1984 K10 Silverado 305 V8, read both factory and Haynes manual on step by step instructions to replace condenser. Both say to remove the grille, hood release bracket, then simply unbolt condenser and slide out, (complete with photos that match description). Spent better part of an hour...
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    87 Stock TBI 350 air cleaner lid flip upside down? Does it help? does it hurt? good or bad idea?

    The Mechanic that trained me way back in the day always said that the manufacturer paid engineers way more than we make to design these systems, so who are we to change what they have said is best.
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    Looking for repair shop in Goodyear AZ area

    I have 1 1984 Silverado that has been in my family since new. Ran into a very interesting situation here lately where I cannot find a shop locally that will even talk to me about doing any repairs on my truck. Having been in the automotive industry for most of my life, I find it interesting...
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    second tank install

    Good job out a you, never give up
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    1984 Silverado K10

    Good morning to all, I have a 1984 Silverado K10 that I have had since 1988. Prior to that, my Dad owned it and had bought it new from the local dealer. At the time of his passing, I kind of took over the vehicle and have had it ever since. The vehicle was purchased in Northern Utah as new...

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