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  1. Lowered87

    83 c10 proportioning valve ?

    I am redoing my brakes from front to back. I tried to service my proportional valve but could not find a kit. There are many different versions for sale, both OEM and aftermarket. I used an adjustable Wilwood combination proportioning valve because it allows adjustment of the rear brakes...
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    Trying to Identify Engine Partial VIN

    The head serial # is 340292. 340292 = 350/Years 73-80/Intake valve 2.02/Exhaust valve 1.60/64cc angle plugs turbo head no heat riser other sites say 66cc 340292: 1973 through 1980, 64cc chambers, 2.02/1.60-inch valves. 340292: In the ’70s, this was sold over the counter at GM dealers. angle...
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    Trying to Identify Engine Partial VIN

    I am trying to find out more information about the partial VIN listed on my motor. Below is what I have from various websites. V1202TYZ = Flint, Dec 2, 1975/350/conv. cab/L LS9/165 hp/4 bbl/C-10 to 2500 3970010 = 1969 to 1979/350/min hp 185/max hp 370/2 or 4 bolt main/car, truck vette I read...
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    Gas Tank Removal

    As I was replacing all of my fuel lines, I had them disconnected on the other end so the tank could be lowered enough to disconnect at the sender. Most of the lines on my truck were leftovers and not correct for this year so disconnecting everything definitely allowed me the room. Factory...
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    1984 Silverado K20 fuel tank 20 gal replacements?

    Spectra Premium offers a filler hose so many different part stores can typically access this hose. I looked a lot of different places for the hoses and LMC truck was the lowest cost. Have not received them yet so I cannot speak to the quality but I think that LMC resells the Spectra Premium hose.
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    Gas Tank Removal

    I used 2 wheeled floor jacks. Raise the jacks until they are just touching each tank bracket. Remove the filler hose and vent line from the tank. Remove each set of four bolts from each bracket. Slowly lower the tank until you can access the sending unit. Unplug the 2 wires and one to three...
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    How to clean gas tanks

    Check out Rockauto for the lowest price on fuel pieces. You can buy a 20 gallon tank made by Liland Global for 65 USD. Sending units are very inexpensive although I did see a driver side sending unit (3 outlet Spectra Premium) for $19.99 on Amazon. AC Delco is $130!! I redid my entire fuel...
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    How to clean gas tanks

    I have welded on fuel tanks before. I duct taped a 1.5 inch poly pipe to the exhaust of another diesel truck and threaded the other end into the fuel tank. Close off as much of the openings in the tank to be repaired but leave a small opening as far away from the exhaust pipe entrance spot as...
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    Custom Exhaust Routing

    As my truck is a work in progress, I planned on building this first exhaust with lower cost components because later I will install a four link and air ride so depending on what I chose for suspension will cause the exhaust to be modified. If I was independently wealthy, with no need of work, I...
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    Custom Exhaust Routing

    (I realize that a little bit of banter is normal but online can spiral fast to "chest poking". I guess I am looking for some really good technical advice which requires other people to take time to write longer messages. Many people are too busy for that. Not here to make problems, just ask...
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    Custom Exhaust Routing

    Thanks for the link. These might be priced better than Walker piping at Carquest and there is far better selection.
  12. Lowered87

    Custom Exhaust Routing

    Must have been nice to build the exhaust with the cab off instead of laying on the floor eating welding sparks. When you ran the pipe through the side panel did you make a double wall pipe to protect the panel? Has your paint burned around the exhaust port? I assume your gas tank is at the...
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    Custom Exhaust Routing

    What is the black coating that you used? Ceramic or high temperature paint or BBQ paint or other?
  14. Lowered87

    Custom Exhaust Routing

    twerking??: So you actually were shaking your ass while build your exhaust? Must have been hard to mark straight lines but maybe that is where the patience part comes in.
  15. Lowered87

    Custom Exhaust Routing

    I guarantee no one would be happy with me as a moderator. Torches would be lit. Pitchforks would be brandished.
  16. Lowered87

    Custom Exhaust Routing

    I think I watched this one as well. They filled the pipe full of sand, packed it, capped the pipe, heated and bent. Looks like a lot of work but if you want less welds makes sense. I think accuracy of bend might be an issue but it depends on what your trying to accomplish. This is the same...
  17. Lowered87

    Custom Exhaust Routing

    Because I want to route my pipe a little differently the full kits are not quite correct. A local Carquest, in Plentywood Montana, sells Walker pipe for super cheap and has everything on the shelf. These headers that came with the truck have a flat plate with 3 bolts. I could modify them for...
  18. Lowered87

    Custom Exhaust Routing

    Thank you for your technical post. I have a few questions if you do not mind. Did you bend your own pipe or did you buy mandrel bends? Did you weld the slip-on joints or did you complete butt welds? My plan was to complete everything as butt welds except the crossover H kit from Summit...
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    Custom Exhaust Routing

    Thread high jacked by someone adding up post quantity with zero value. The point of a forum is to discuss technical solutions based on the title of the thread and section. Cryptic nonsensical posts just water the value of the forum. But I am new here.....
  20. Lowered87

    Custom Exhaust Routing

    I thought this was a GM truck forum and we were discussing GM trucks. Next you will tell me your big block is in a Japanese import!!!
  21. Lowered87

    Custom Exhaust Routing

    Depends on the headers. I have full hooker headers that put the pipe quite low. The previous owners did this work and I am now making it correct because I am always right. Just ask me, I will confirm that I am always right.
  22. Lowered87

    Custom Exhaust Routing

    I spoke with the company (IFS) first but ultimately I bought it from ebay. They also sell direct, amazon, esty and others. Are you saying Minton is a little hillbilly-ish? Ok you are probably correct since I watched my dog run away for 2 days straight. My sister lost a lens in her glasses so...
  23. Lowered87

    Custom Exhaust Routing

    I want to ask how other people, that have limited exhaust fabrication tools, have installed their own exhaust so it looks good. As I am on a farm that is a long way from the parts store, I wanted to mock-up my exhaust routing and then buy the parts and follow my model. I will be using basic...
  24. Lowered87

    Ashtray cup holder design

    I was also considering installing a holder like this but it depends whether the holder can stay quiet or not.
  25. Lowered87

    Ashtray cup holder design

    It is all good. I had considered quitting drinking and driving but that seems extremely drastic. If all else fails I will duct tape an empty soup can to the dash.

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