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Gas Gauge issue
Thank you. I did restore, but only for my satisfaction and pride. I will fill her up, take an odometer and run her dry, take an odometer and then fill up again and repeat. Of course, the sending unit I bought, although from Summit, is just Chinese junk. Old one was shot, and better quality...- My78truck
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- Forum: Carb Fuel Systems
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Gas Gauge issue
Hello, after a year............ Truck is short bed. The 8.5 gal pegged it at full. I have clocked the mileage around town from fill up to fill up and getting about 11-12mpg I have thought about the run her till she is empty with a can of gas, need to do that. When I filled it up last time, it...- My78truck
- Post #8
- Forum: Carb Fuel Systems
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Desperately look for this trim piece
Yeah, I would definitely prefer a nice OE one, but all the ones I find are in as bad a condition as mine and cracking, cracked or broken. I didn't know if I would like the "replacement", but it looks good and gives back that dressed up hood look. -
Desperately look for this trim piece
I found a suitable replacement if you are interested, look above in this chain for info and pictures. -
Desperately look for this trim piece
If anyone is looking to replace theirs, I finally found a suitable replacement. tt is a bit of a PiA to get on but looks nice. Word of advice, use a small rubber mallet to tap onto/over edge. It is Truck/SUV edge trim and I bought it at O'Reillys's. Here are 2 pictures of it on and a... -
R12 Replacement
Yeah, I have been looking on Ebay. I have come to the conclusion I will find out how much it costs to do a conversion and weigh that against buying some cans of R12 to recharge the system AFTER it is leak tested. I am sure it will be cheaper than a conversion, and I KNOW it is cheaper than a... -
Desperately look for this trim piece
I think they were more commonly on Blazers. When I ordered my truck, I ordered the Blazer package. They can be found in decent shape. At my local bone yard I have seen several Blazers with them still on the hood and yes, they are yellowed. I took mine and gently pealed off the yellow plastic... -
Is small front cross member movement normal
Hello - I have a 1978 C10. I have had no problems with suspension, frame or steering. I went to get it inspected the other day at a local shop I have patronized before for both service work and inspections. The owner of the shop came to me and said he had some bad news. What "alerted" him is...- My78truck
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- Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
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R12 Replacement
It has been YEARS since I used the A/C (stays parked a lot). Compressor is original. I do believe there is a leak in the system that needs to be found as I remember having to have my dad (who was a mechanic) recharge it several times. I will discuss with my local mechanic and see what they... -
R12 Replacement
Hello - Haven't posted in a while but through I would pick some brains on this. I was at a car show over the weekend (spectator not showing) and we were talking to someone showing that had the old R12 system still. My other half commented that you cannot get R12 anymore and if you do find it... -
Gas Gauge issue
I had my original sending unit replaced about 3 years ago because I had needle bounce when driving. Everything was fine, at least I thought, until today. I decided to drive my truck around today running as much of the gas out currently in the tank out without running out. I started at 1/2...- My78truck
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- Forum: Carb Fuel Systems
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Rochester 4-bbl quadrajet idle on 1978 Chevy 1/2 ton
Thanks. I actually have an original service manual and in quickly looking through it did not find the specs until after posting. Thanks though.- My78truck
- Post #5
- Forum: Engine & Performance
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Rochester 4-bbl quadrajet idle on 1978 Chevy 1/2 ton
Had a friend come down and he was able to get it set. Just needed a few turns of a screw here and there. Sounds like it should both at high idle and in gear. Gotta love someone who can tune by ear. Thanks. BTW, stock engine and about 500 feet above sea level. Thanks for the help.- My78truck
- Post #4
- Forum: Engine & Performance
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Rochester 4-bbl quadrajet idle on 1978 Chevy 1/2 ton
Can someone please help me. My idle is messed up/set too low. When I start my truck, it wants to stall out 3-4 times before the idle sticks. Will idle at a low rpm before ramping up to high rpm until warmed up. Can someone please provide the specs for a Rochester 4-bbl quadrajet. Thank you- My78truck
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- Forum: Engine & Performance
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Power Steering pump
So Rock Auto has the best price on Lares, so going to order a new one (1/2 of what O'Reilley charges :confused: . BUT!!! They offer a 1 or 2 bolt attachment. Other than ordering both what are the chances that it is a 2-bolt attachment?- My78truck
- Post #17
- Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
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Power Steering pump
Okay, thanks for the input. Now, if it were YOUR beloved 45 year old, one owner, pampered and would like to be buried in it, truck, which one would you feel comfortable installing. Honestly, I only need it to last another 20-25 years because I will probably be ashes-to-ashes by then. The...- My78truck
- Post #15
- Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
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Power Steering pump
Okay, Thanks to everyone for their replies. I have decided that I am going to have a new pump installed. I do not have the confidence to do it myself and the last time the other person here decided that "we could do it ourselves", the heater core was removed and it took 2 years to get back in...- My78truck
- Post #12
- Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
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Truck for sale in Virginia
Thanks. Hope he can give it a good home. I hate to see it unloved and just sitting there. I would give it a good home but I don't have the money I think/see that one is going to need. I have a feeling something is really bad with it. Last inspection was 3/20. My guess would be engine... -
Truck for sale in Virginia
Yeah, I saw that also. Gotta work with what the locals think they know. :confused: -
Truck for sale in Virginia
Yes, the BP on Rt. 151, near new Vol. Fire Department. I don't go further south often. I am not looking to buy one. Just thought I would post it incase someone was looking for a fixerl-upper, which I am sure it is. -
Truck for sale in Virginia
Hello all. This truck has been sitting down at my local BP station in Afton, VA (near Wintergreen Resort) for a few months. A "For Sale" sign just showed up. I know nothing about this truck or what exactly is wrong with it nor do I know the person that has it up for sale. Body needs some... -
Boom Mat under hood
My cats go out. I have some that are mighty hunters and sometimes bring me a present only to crunch it up inside. They also rule the dogs and the dog beds. Ripped the insulation out so no more enticing bedding availability. I use bags with mothballs in my trashcans to detract the bears (so...- My78truck
- Post #15
- Forum: Engine & Performance
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Here we go
Walked that path like 2 years ago. It is a true labor of love. Take your time, have lots of patience and enjoy the end result. I still cannot believe I totally re-did mine top to bottom all by my little lonesome. -
Boom Mat under hood
Hi, thanks. That is the problem. I did buy a new hood liner and clips and Mickey Mouse decided it would make nice bedding material and built a nest up in the nose of the hood over the latch loop and invited their friend to build a nest further back and then store their acron trash under the...- My78truck
- Post #4
- Forum: Engine & Performance
