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Header Gaskets
When I was a crewmember on a race team we used a thin bead of high temp silicone on both sides of gasket. Applied sealant then waited 10-15 minutes to solidify a little bit. Never had a leak issue. These were high dollar headers with a thick flange. Your millage may vairy. Have headers on one...- fast 99
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- Forum: Engine & Performance
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Turn Signal Issues
First, check for power in the sockets for inop lights. These old trucks do not play well with LED. Might be a power supply problem or a clean enough connection to power up a computer circuit ie LED. Circuit for LED will only work in one direction. Sounds like the signal switch in column is...- fast 99
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- Forum: Electrical & Audio
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Edelbrock 660 electric choke
That style choke needs power and ground period. If adjusted properly for cold start will have too much choke when warm and Visa Versa. You need to do some diagnosing as I suggested previously. Should be an index mark on the stat, start there after confirming it works.- fast 99
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- Forum: Carb Fuel Systems
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Edelbrock 660 electric choke
Can use an ohm meter, check for complete circuit or power it up should be able to detect heat with finger.- fast 99
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- Forum: Carb Fuel Systems
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Fuel gauge
Remove bezel, lense and a couple interior screws. Just pull it out couldn't be easier.- fast 99
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- Forum: Tech Discussion
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Engine lift points
Sometimes people overthink it. Have removed FE Fords, small / big blocks GM, 6.5 diesels with an adapter to Boss 429's with the carb plate. Just did the 429 last week. Never had a problem. Only engine I didn't use a plate on was a 534 Ford. Just be sure the bolts or studs are full depth and tight.- fast 99
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- Forum: Engine Swaps (Gas) LS, Vortec, LT1 , etc.
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Engine lift points
Best to use 2 chains diagonal crossing each other. Can usually get engines out with one but installation no. What happens when the engine is slid back on the chain to keep it nose high it will be tilted sideways one way or the other. Have use 2 chains many times on fuel injected engines where...- fast 99
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- Forum: Engine Swaps (Gas) LS, Vortec, LT1 , etc.
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Best media for blasting the body
If available slurry blasting is preferred. Water keeps metal cool. Some media will not remove rust if that is an issue.- fast 99
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- Forum: Paint and Body
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Engine lift points
2nd picture is a factory lift bracket. Never used them. Usually used an intake carb plate. If your buying one get a plate with 5 lift holes not 3 if you can find it. The 3 hole plate balances the engine but usually having engine front higher is better. I use the second hole on a 5 hole plate.- fast 99
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- Forum: Engine Swaps (Gas) LS, Vortec, LT1 , etc.
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Transmission grinds going into L or R
Clutch likely not disengaging if there is free play on top.- fast 99
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- Forum: Manual Transmission & Clutch
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AC redo after sitting disconnected for a long time
For simple and cheap get a drier, add oil as required along with dye, suck it down see if it maintains vacuum. If it does charge it. Chances of that working aren't good, but you never know. Compressor seals will be dry along with every other seal or hose needing replacement. If dye is added at... -
No power to A/C compressor
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Vent hose lines
Vent for front diff. Hose goes all the way to top rear of core support.- fast 99
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- Forum: Engine & Performance
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No resistance in reverse, drive feels like I'm pushing against the brakes
Not near as much braking in reverse. Smaller front shoe and different material. Yes, jack it up and check for dragging or short drive and a heat gun. Be sure to check emergency brake cable movement. They will sometimes stick and apply the rear brakes.- fast 99
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- Forum: Tech Discussion
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Diagnostics Cable Adapter
Will flash 12 three times then current codes starting with smallest numbered ones first. Each code will flash three times then will move to next code three times if more than one. Back to 12 again when all codes have been flashed. Do not disconnect power until all codes have been read...- fast 99
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- Forum: Electrical & Audio
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1987 R10 305 Belt replacement
Tension by feel. There are tools to measure it but never had or used one. Just get them reasonably tight, should only be able to deflect belt with pressure a 1/2" or so midway between pullys. If the belts are too loose, they will let you know. squeal- fast 99
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- Forum: Tech Discussion
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Most affordable shipping for body panels?
That's exactly where I got one a month ago, best price. Floor was damaged but not too bad. After all it is a bed already crinkled everywhere.- fast 99
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- Forum: Paint and Body
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Problematic Starting - rotate crank before starter engages?
Bad starter drive gear plus starter engagement is rough and noisy. Have been through this countless times on customer cars. Only way it will ever work and sound right is a new ring gear and starter. New starter will not engage properly when the ring is messed up. Shims should not be necessary...- fast 99
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- Forum: Tech Discussion
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Strange brake issue
Unlikely 2 are bad suspect a master issue or rear hose.- fast 99
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- Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
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EFI conversions
They are a little more involved to rebuild and require specific tools. If set up correctly they do work well and adjust for wear and age unlike standard carbs. Might be hard to find someone that is experienced and willing to spend the time to do it correctly.- fast 99
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- Forum: TBI & EFI Conversions
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1985 K5 350 always running rich?
If indeed running rich cats will convert exhaust to a rotten egg smell. They may also melt down or plug up. Need to fix the problem.- fast 99
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- Forum: Carb Fuel Systems
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Replace seals on power steering gear box on truck or bench?
The second pitman arm shaft seal is not very accessible. Can drill it and use a slide hammer. Really isn't much more work to take box out, working upside down isn't fun.- fast 99
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- Forum: Suspension, Steering & Brakes
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Tina King Chevy/GMC seatbelts
Different outfit didn't come up on any of my searches. Thanks -
Tina King Chevy/GMC seatbelts
Curious who you're referring to? Just had a 4-retractor set done. Was around 650 for all 3 sets, bench seat. They did a nice job but nowhere near the prices you got. -
1985 K5 350 always running rich?
Manual choke forget that suggestion. Burning eyes is usually excessive hydrocarbons [HC]. A sign it is running lean. There are a lot of causes some are not carb problems. Yes if possible take back to whoever rebuilt it preferably on the vehicle. Over the years have tossed out a lot of...- fast 99
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- Forum: Carb Fuel Systems
