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    Brakes locking up

    Pushrod isn't adjustable on mine with the hydroboost. Fought the lock up issue for a while before trying this. Haven't had the issue since.
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    1972 GMC C10

    The automatic will roll in any gear shift position except park if it's not running. On the shifter not going into park, try dropping it all the way into first/low and cycle it quickly all the way to toward park, while pulling the lever toward you. My son has to do that on his 68 at times to...
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    Brakes locking up

    I had the same occasional problem on my 83 that had been converted from diesel to gas. Still.has the hydroboost. Bleeder test would work, but still frustrating. One time it happened, I loosened the two nuts holding the master to the hydroboost, and it released. I made a .1" spacer from...
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    No crank no click no start 81 c2500

    There is a fusible link in one of the main supply wires, which is basically a wire that a fuse. Also check the battery terminals. My sons 68 C10 would light the dash but not crank. Discovered the negative terminal was corroded between the terminal and ground wire clamp. As soon as I cleaned...
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    Replace seals on power steering gear box on truck or bench?

    I would try replacing the seals and see how it goes. Seal kits are cheap (as am I).
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    Strange brake issue

    Probably the proportioning valve got tripped, therefore not letting fluid go to the rear brakes. It should be on the front crossmember on the right side.
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    Riding mower takes a dump

    Did you check that the wire to the electric clutch didn't get unplugged when you were dealing with everything else? I had one spit completely out from under the mower on a JD320. Ripped the connector off.
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    Hanging I-Beam from ceiling joists

    Beam and trolley are definitely nice to have.
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    Hanging I-Beam from ceiling joists

    Keith's suggestion is what I did in my shop. The problem is you would not he able to use the short rail you have. I had to go with a 24ft I beam and a pair of 10ft 4x4 square tubes for the uprights. Plus it runs side to side instead of front to back. Not as handy for things like engine pulls.
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    Rag joint replacement difficulty

    It's pretty simple. Remove the two nuts that go from the rag joint to the steering shaft. Then you can pry them apart. Then remove the bolt that secures the rag joint to the steering box output shaft and pry it off. Install is opposite. Also watch as they make 2 different ones, they have...
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    Windshield lock strip only replacement

    After fighting it with soapy water and a glass install stick, I got about 18" done. Went to O'Reillys and got the install tool. Think it took about 10 minutes to get the rest done. $15 well spent.
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    Paul's 1972 Truck...

    Congrats. My son has my old 68 and I have a 70 project in the shop now. Enjoy.
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    Edelbrock Adapter questions

    Look at the transmission pan. If it's basically a rectangle, it's a 700r4. If it looks like a square with a corner cut off, it's a th350. A search of chev automatic transmission id will give you pics.
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    84 c10 won't idle

    Get a white sheet from the thrift store and spread it out in your workbench to disassemble the carb on. Makes finding tiny parts much easier. Spray carb cleaner through every nook and cranny . Take your time, take lots of pics, and you will do fine.
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    Idling high and can’t get it lower

    How high? Intake or carb leak will cause it to run high. I used the wrong base gasket after a carb rebuild and it wouldn't idle below about 2k. Major leak.
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