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    Cab mount support channel

    The cab mount support that runs parrel to the frame is rusted out. The left side of my cab is not connected to the frame. How should I go about repairing this?! I can weld but I don't know how or what piece I would weld in. This is not my picture, but it will give you a good idea...
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    700r4 only shifts when I let off the gas.

    I just recently put a 30 spline 700r4 transmission in my 1983 chevy K10. The truck originally had a 27 spline transmission in it. I got the 30spline from a guy that removed it from a Chevy s-10. 6cyl. engine. I wasn't thinking at the time and just threw the entire trans and torque convertor in...
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    k5 blazer transmission

    Will a k5 blazer transmission bolt right upto my k10? If not what transmission will be a perfect drop in and go? 4x4 long bed
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    Transmission removal/install

    Hey guys, anyone have any tips or tricks on removing the 700r4? Anything hidden? Then does anyone have tips on putting a new one in? Doing tranny swap in my garage.
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    700r4 Will not shift out of first.

    Hey guys, I have a 700r4 transmission in my '83 K10. It sat for about two weeks. When I went to go around the block for a test ride. I noticed that it would not shift out of first gear. I have P,R,N,1. I have adjusted the TV cable multiple times and have looked at the governor. Both were good...
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    license plate light

    How would I go about wiring a license plate light?
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    Subwoofer.

    How do you guys fit your subs in your single cab truck? I have a 12" Sony Explode(not shallow) that i am trying to fit in my '83 K10. Any ideas on how to do it? The box will not fit behind the seat, not even close.
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    best bolt on performance mods

    Best bolt on performance mods..going to a car expo and have some cash..chevy 350. Has edlebrock 600cfm carburator. 1406. I have dual flowmaster 40's.
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    Cab/floor support channel broken.

    Hey guys, I noticed a bad banging underneath my feet one day, I checked it out and the Channel that supports the floor board is broken. I have tried welding it multiple times. It will not stay. Have any of you guys had this problem? This is not my picture but it...
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    83 fusebox diagram

    I need a diagram of the fuse box underneath the dash on the drivers side.
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    Will not idle.

    hey guys, I've been working on my '83 k10 for a while now. I burned out a flushable link because I hooked the battery cables up backwards. After I fixed that, the bendix in my starter froze up. I just put a new starter on it tonight. 12/11/14. I proceeded to start the truck. nothing happened. I...
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    how to get rid of "shaved doors"

    hey guys. I just recently bought doors for my 83 K10. I didn't even realise that the passenger side didn't have the hole for a door handle or lock! I was flabbergasted by this. how do I go about fixing it?! thanks in advanced!
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    How to replace Blown fusable link;??!!

    Hey guys I have a bad fusable link, I got in a hurry and hooked up the battery cables backwards, I know..Im dumb. I see a puff of smoke come from the firewall on the drivers side and smelt burnt rubber. I looked around and found a burned wire. Since that has had happened, Iv had a no start...
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    Herculiner to paint truck?

    Hey guys, I'v been interested in a new look for my truck. It's really beat up. It has two different shades of black and there is some minor rust and dents. I asked my body man what he could do and he said it would cost me an arm and a leg. Have you guys ever considered painting your truck with...
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    bad ignition?

    I have an 83 k10. I recently removed the carb to clean it. I put it back on and my truck will not start. it's getting 14.3V to the starter. I can jump the starter selling to turn the starter over. when I use the key nothing happens doesn't make a single sound. I am lost on this. please help!
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    help!! Swapping inner door parts, regulator, glass, rubber etc.

    how do you replace the door window and all the inner door parts. it has crank windows. I can't seem to figure it out. I'm swapping my doors parts into a new door shell
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    heat is blowing, But weak

    The heat in my 83 k10 is blowing but it is very very weak. Even when I put it on high. What could cause this and what could fix this? any help will be greatly appreciated!
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    Best wheel spacers

    Hey everyone, I am looking for a website that has cheap but decent qualitiy wheel spacers. If you have any for sale or know of a company, Please let me know! Thanks, Nick!
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    stock antenna?

    hi, I received my truck with no antenna. the post is in the back but it is not hooked up. where does the antenna mount to on the truck? any input will help! thanks guys!
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    Battery

    What kind of battery are you guys running? I just bought a brand new 850 Cold cranking battery and it has trouble turning the motor over when it's cold out. Starts fine when it is warm though. The battery is from Menards. It's a no name battery, but I thought 850 CCA battery would be more than...
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    Doing Paintjob At Home

    Hey everyone, I am getting ready to do my own paint on my 1983 Chevy K10. I know the basics like I have to sand all the old paint off and then prime it. I was wondering if anyone has any USEFUL advice. I realize it is not going to turn out show room perfect. Anything will be better than the...
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    U joint problemsp

    Hey everyone. I just got a 1983 chevy k10 with a 12 bolt rear end. I can not find a u joint that will correctly fit inside the yoke and drive shaft. I do not know what year the rear end is. Or what it came out of. I believe I need a 1310-1330 u-joint. I can not find one with internal locking...

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