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Chrome wheels
To me it kinda depends if your putting them on a 4x4 or a 2 wheel drive. Personally, I like the pro comp soft 8's for a 4 wheel drive. Deep dished of course. As far as the 2 wheel drive, I would splurge and get some old style crager SS's. Those are the smoothest looking wheels for a slightly...- Prof GMC
- Post #7
- Forum: Wheels and Tires
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Windshield installation?
Congrats on the install. I also have installed a couple of square body windshields. Some more good tips if anybody is interested is aclimating the glass in a warm garage if you can somewhere around 70 degrees. I have found out the hard way that trying to install one in cold weather is a no no. I... -
To Bare Metal or Not
I agree with Tyger, I have done my share of paint and body work also. No need to take the entire truck down to metal. If the panel looks good, and has been painted for some extended period of time, odds are that is was prepped properly to begin with. If you want to make the truck laser straight... -
In Need of Some wisdom
I feel your pain. When I got my truck it had over 40 holes to weld up. Most were on the bed rails where tool boxes once were and not to metion a roll bar at one time. You are taking all of the right steps to restoring this truck. The more time you take right now to do it right, will make you... -
Alternator Help
Most often depends if you are going to be running ac on your rig along with your stereo system, lights, and who knows what else. You could probably get away with a standard 78 amp alternator from your local parts store. These were common on ac equiped trucks, and cheap. But if your looking for...- Prof GMC
- Post #8
- Forum: Tech Discussion
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In Need of Some wisdom
That is one good looking GMC!! Looks straight. A good wire feed welder and a flap disc on a 4" grinder will make quick work of those small holes. Good luck. -
want to build custom intrument cluster- any ideas?
Yep, I was thinking about making up my own plug as well. I agree that you would want to disconnect it for access to the back side.- Prof GMC
- Post #5
- Forum: Gauge, Speedo & Instrumentation
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In Need of Some wisdom
Thanks, I had an old timer show me that trick many moons ago. I have been using it for years also. -
In Need of Some wisdom
Another good idea when welding up holes like you are talking about is to get a flat piece of copper to hold on the back side of the hole while you are welding. The mild steel from the welder will not stick to copper. Makes your welds look professional without looking like a porcupine on the... -
want to build custom intrument cluster- any ideas?
I have been kicking this idea around for awhile about installing auto meter guages. This is my first post, and I thought that this is good time to ask you guys if you had considered using the factory plug that plugs into the printed circuit board on the back of the instrument cluster. I am...- Prof GMC
- Post #3
- Forum: Gauge, Speedo & Instrumentation
