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  1. ChuckN

    Most affordable shipping for body panels?

    Mostly looking at inner fenders for more wheel clearance (mine is an ‘81, going to the 73-79 version) but most places I look, the shipping is horrendously expensive. For the inner fenders, the cost for shipping is about the cost of the item itself. I did find a set from eBay motors that someone...
  2. ChuckN

    Yay or nay (poll)

    A guy offered me a couple 17” Torque Thrust II wheels that he isn’t using anymore. I’ve always liked the stock rallies and finally got the clearance sorted. But he wants 100/wheel for these, about 100$ or more in savings from new. I’d have to buy new tires, plus wheels and tires for the rear...
  3. ChuckN

    Rag joint question (see picture)

    I’m currently in the middle of replacing the steering box. When I was looking at the new steering box and the Dorman rag joint 31011, I noticed that the rag joint doesn’t have splines all the way around- one spot is blank. If that’s the way it’s supposed to be, fine- I just don’t want to go...
  4. ChuckN

    Proform Harmonic Balancer Cover with timing marks for sale.

    They shipped the 8” instead of the regular SBC size and I caught it too late to return. Pay for shipping from NW Washington and it’s yours. Apparently for 400 SBC and big block.
  5. ChuckN

    Jack question

    Apologies in advance for a jack question, but I haven’t seen exactly what I’m asking about. 1. What are the differences in stock engine bay jacks throughout the years? I wouldn’t mind finding one for mine, it’s an ‘81. 2. Do they suck that bad? I’m not totally hung up on using only this- far...
  6. ChuckN

    Plans for the summer.

    I got to thinking that, really, I only drive within county limits. Occasionally I’ll pick up a C/K magazine, and last year read about “C10 on the Capital” or something like that, in Olympia, about 155 miles south of me. So, the next thought was, what do I need to feel comfortable to go that...
  7. ChuckN

    Lazy thermostat?

    Was wondering if anyone had ever had temp climb to 210 or above before opening and cooling right down? I replaced mine with a 160 about a year ago and it hasn’t been driven much, maybe 1000-1200 miles. Radiator is a brand new Cold Case aluminum. The temp sensor is in the intake manifold since...
  8. ChuckN

    Decorative front license plate poll

    I have a newer front bumper on my ‘81 that I kinda like as it is. But my dad left me this license plate underneath the seat of our ‘54 and I found it after his passing. The truck was built in Michigan, I was born in Michigan, and 1973 is my birth year. I did find a 1981 Washington plate, where...
  9. ChuckN

    Mirror correct for ‘81?

    Just curious, I happen to notice that mine has “car style “ mirrors on it, small base. Then I noticed others have the larger base like this one I posted earlier that on a van but look similar to ones on our trucks. Was there an option, or is there one more correct than the other? Mine doesn’t...
  10. ChuckN

    Front Brake hose stamped nut

    Anyone know where to buy one? One of mine gave way and is shot. They didn’t include them when I purchased the new hoses. Hell, even if I could get some kind of a clip, I imagine that might suffice as it’s not a high stress item. Another thread referred to them as a 15/16”, someone must sell...
  11. ChuckN

    KYB Excel G front shocks for C10

    Have a couple that I put on and then took back off because I wanted something a little stiffer. Free to a good home. Only downside is they wouldn’t fit in the control arm so I had to shave down the metal bushing to fit inside. If your fitment is different, could supplement with some washers...
  12. ChuckN

    HEI spring bushing question

    Hey, quick question if anyone happens to be surfing this morning and runs by this with an answer- The spring/bushing that sits below the coil in an HEI distributor, well, mine cracked. The top part just kind of cracked and fell off. I have another one- I don’t remember ever having a problem...
  13. ChuckN

    Question about crew cab front seat, do they lean forward like a single cab seat does?

    Found a guy about an hour from me that has a really nice front seat out 1985 C30. He said it’s out of a quad cab, mine is a single cab. Do those seats lean forward as well, or are they fixed? And if it is fixed, is there a way to make them hinge? Thanks in advance.
  14. ChuckN

    What’s it worth? Asking for a friend. 1971 C10.

    A friend of mine had an engine fire in his ‘71 a few years back and it has been sitting. Thanks in advance for any input. He seems uninterested in fixing it as he is not mechically inclined. I believe it had a carburetor fire, it ruined the distributor and the wiring harness. So it will at...
  15. ChuckN

    How do YOU set timing?

    The C10 was running really poorly when I left, so I turned tail back home thinking I’d lost a vacuum line. I was checking things out and bumped the distributor and it turned freely, so I found the culprit. I clearly remember tightening it but engine vibration must have loosened it. I tried what...
  16. ChuckN

    What are your favorite/ best looking valve covers for SBC?

    Just curious if there’s ones out there that look nice and classy that you think of right away. I just put those gold Morosos on mine and they leak a little. Thought I’d love them, but “eh”….I think I’m going to put the cast Edelbrocks back on. Not my favorite but they don’t leak, and I’m firmly...
  17. ChuckN

    Clearance issues with lowering spindles and what you did about it…

    As seen in the “today” thread, I just got my ‘81 C10 on the ground. Rear flip kit with shock extenders, and the front are 2.5” drop spindles with CPP 2.5” drop springs and CPP tubular control arms. I’m trying like hell to stay with the stock 15x8 rally wheels just because I love that classic...
  18. ChuckN

    Tie rod ends (quality question) for C10

    Looking at my tie rod end boots, they’re cracked. Going to have new ones put on during the alignment- getting close to finishing up the lowering. I see that I can spend five or fifty bucks on tie rod ends, the cost seems to vary wildly. More than anything, I worry about safety. Any experience...
  19. ChuckN

    Best deal on leaf springs?

    While getting started on the axle flip kit, I noticed that my bushings are shot. Likely original. So today I found new bushings at Napa. Then I thought that I’m likely a moron for putting new bushings on 40+ year old springs. They are a little sagged but have no cracks. Lots of places have the...
  20. ChuckN

    Heat temp gun/correct temp sensor/etc.

    I’ve been taking out the truck for some drives lately instead of wrenching, since the weather is turning good. The old temp sensor was bad, so I picked up a duralast sensor that was supposed to be correct. Well, it’s likely off. I have a 160 thermostat, and it sits stable at just under 210 and...
  21. ChuckN

    Exhaust replacement- anyone do it without welding?

    My turbo mufflers are leaking and blown out. I don’t have access to a welder, and have yet to learn (on my list) There’s lots like Flowmaster American Thunder, etc. I know most people suggest welding the joints, but anyone had any luck with kits like this with just the “slip on and clamp”...
  22. ChuckN

    Using OBS seat instead of original (or what is this seat?))

    So my bench seat is pretty bad, to the point my foam on driver’s side is collapsing and makes me lean toward the door. A guy has this posted locally for $50. I asked him what it was out of, he thinks it’s a late 80s Chevy but he’s not sure since it came with a truck and he didn’t use it. I did...
  23. ChuckN

    Monroe, WA swap meet. Anyone going?

    Thought I’d post in case any of the local PNWers are going. If so, I’d like to say hi. Maybe a burger and a beer. No true need that I have, but thought it would be good to go down and roam for a bit. Anyone going? It’s in May I believe. Feel free to respond here or send me a message. Or if you...
  24. ChuckN

    Spark plug color

    Looks a little lean. What say you? First drive was yesterday. Does have a throttle stumble so I have the accelerator pump on the setting that gives most fuel. Thinking about putting in the next stronger step up spring in the Edelbrock.
  25. ChuckN

    Screw and bit/bob’s organization?

    So I’m doing some garage cleanup today. Any creative ideas as to organizing screws/nuts/bolts? Years ago, my dad put up a plank of wood, took mason jar lids and screwed them to the underside, and stored each individual application in a whole bunch of them. They were clear so he could see what...

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