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Jumping in - 86 k10 long bed (first square body)
Welcome from Austria. Great looking truck. If it's not leaking it's empty.- ali_c20
- Post #10
- Forum: Introduction
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Lowering coils and ball joint replacement
Moog parts are good, they have premium and economy parts. Get the premium ones called "Problem Solver" The part numbers for premium start with K or CK. The cheaper parts with RK, don't buy these ones. I had good experience with AC Delco Gold and Mevotech Supreme too.- ali_c20
- Post #4
- Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
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Lowering coils and ball joint replacement
The guy is right. Keep the arms and replace the ball joints and all other parts that need replacement. Buy quality spare parts.- ali_c20
- Post #2
- Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
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What's the factory rear view mirror size?
The mirror in my 79 K5 is 10" and I think it's the original one. LMC has replacement mirrors in 3 different sizes and glue. The OER mirror looks nice but is pricey. Mirror glue kits should be available in auto part stores for cheap... -
New member from North Carolina
Welcome from Austria. Looking forward to see more pics from upcoming changes.- ali_c20
- Post #22
- Forum: Introduction
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Windshield seal/rubber replacement. is there a preferred brand or is all the same?
I prefer Precision, they seem to be softer and fit better. Working the lower corners in is bitch. Best is to grab a friend and some beer. Four hands make installation way easier.- ali_c20
- Post #4
- Forum: Glass & Mirrors
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Remove accessories from this old truck?
I would remove them for a cleaner look and stash or sell them.- ali_c20
- Post #16
- Forum: Aftermarket Accessories
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Power steering fluid .. what type ?
I always use ATF, the cap on my power steering pumps tell me to do so.- ali_c20
- Post #53
- Forum: Tech Discussion
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Ford infotainment into 79 c10
Thou shalt not put them ford parts into the squarebodies.- ali_c20
- Post #2
- Forum: Stereo & Entertainment Systems
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Bump Stops
Lube with soapy water or silicone spray and get it started with a flat blade screw driver on one end and and then it should slide in. If not work the sides in with the screw driver. Be careful not to poke thru the rubber with the screwdriver. Warming up the lower part of the bump stop helps a...- ali_c20
- Post #2
- Forum: Tech Discussion
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Wing Windows
Precision has setting tape in different sizes. https://www.prp.com/product/?subcategory=Glass-Setting-Tape&catname=Front-Door- ali_c20
- Post #28
- Forum: Glass & Mirrors
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Wanted: 78-80 Wiper Motor Crank Arm
They are different in the depth and the orientation of the slot. When the motors changed also the arms changed. I ordered a new GM arm so that i have the ball thingi and the slotted part. I will use the crank arm of my k5 as template and fabricate one. The Nos pieces for trucks go for 40$ the... -
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Wanted: 78-80 Wiper Motor Crank Arm
Hey parts guys. I need a 78 - 80 wiper motor crank arm. It seems to be a hard to find item. I found plenty for Pontiacs and Camaros. Does somebody know if there is a interchange on the wiper crank arms? If somebody has one from a 78-80 CK I would like to buy it. Only problem is I'm located in... -
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Chassis wiring clips
You could try clips and fasteners. Or just buy some universal new style wiring harness clips if you don't care that they look different.- ali_c20
- Post #2
- Forum: Electrical & Audio
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King ranch seat in the sqaurebody.
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Want to bag 79. But also want to keep it around stock.
You can but that means throwing a lot more money on it as bags would cost to lower it.- ali_c20
- Post #24
- Forum: Lowered & Street Systems
