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    Cutting out/dying while driving

    Is the distributor loose? Was the new carb "tuned" by someone when installed? Was the timing messed with? Did you put new gas caps on? possibly creating a vacuum in the tanks?
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    Ring and Pinion Numbers Mystery

    Shim clearances, bearing clearances, etc.. It's not from the manufacturer.
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    thoughts on low vacuum?

    Bigger cams do have less vacuum. Closer intake/exhaust valves opening/closing. I've heard roller cams can help with this but I have no experience with it.
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    Hi from Indiana

    Welcome to the site. I don't know, that truck might be too nice for retirement. I'd be happy to look for an old beater truck and swap it with yours. ;):33:
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    New from NY

    Welcome to the site.
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    Left Turn signal . doesn't work

    Burned out bulb on the front side marker would be my first check. Then check the grounds. Lights work, fuse is good. Stop/Tail/Turn is one fuse. Have you installed any new lights? or something that needs power? You can download the 1978 wiring diagram here...
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    new from central idaho

    Welcome to the site.
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    New member

    Welcome to the site.
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    New Member with a Question about a leak in the 4wd

    Welcome to the site. Nice purchase from your uncle. It does look like a pinion seal, but be careful, engine oil leaks can drip down onto the front axle. I would buy some Gunk engine degreaser and spray the engine and front axle. (be careful not to soak electrical connections or distributor...
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    Question.

    It may look short, but how long is the slip yoke? Because if its 4" long and only 2" sticking out it's fine. That being said I think the normal slip yoke is about 3". So, on a really hard brake it could pop out.
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    14 bolt spindle nut torque

    Here you go. 2 minute search. It has all your questions answered. http://www.billavista.com/tech/Articles/14-Bolt_Bible/index.html https://www.pirate4x4.com/tech/billavista/14b_bible/14b.pdf I would suggest downloading, copying, or printing for future reference.
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    Hello Squarebody lovers

    Welcome to the site.
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    Vehicle shutoff while driving

    How much fuel was in the tank? If it was low, FI models are known to have an in-tank pump fail and start back up again. Pump can get hot and quit. After it cools run fine for a while again. Also, check tank grounds for corrosion.
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    Gear pattern and noise questions

    Just about there... 1st pic is close, 2nd pic needs to be more centered. You will have a slight noised after about 10k miles. Yukon Gear has a good tutorial. https://www.yukongear.com/blogs/how-to-create-read-ring-gear-patterns_1
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    Noise not likely blower motor/wheel—what else?

    If you have factory AC, then a vacuum noise of a hiss or possibly a squeal from a cracked line/connection. As @PrairieDrifter said sounds about right. Early SB didn't have an off switch for the fan. Disconnect the power to the fan from inside the engine compartment and see if noise goes...
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    New PNW member

    Welcome to the site.
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    Hello from Missouri

    Welcome to the site.
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    fuel tank swap

    FYI, 20 gal. tank won't fit a short bed if that's what you ahve.
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    @AuroraGirl is back!

    Welcome back.
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    Engine Rebuild Kit Recommendations

    Depending on how much you are willing to spend or make your budget. Find yourself a reputable machine shop that has done work for race hobbyists. Have the block cleaned/vatted, balance the engine, among lots of other little things. Some will say this not necessary, but I assure you little...
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    What the He!! was I thinking?

    THAT'S FRIGGIN' AWESOME!!!! That is really cool. On a side note.... Did you get a decent box for your square?
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    What ya'll think of these new wheels/tires? I dig em. Any shock suggestions?

    Nice looking set of wheels. I would have done white letters out just to break of the blackness of the tires. Definitely look nice though. Nice choice.
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    1974 C15 Fleetside 8’ box wooden floor

    Welcome to the site. Have you tried LMC, Brothers, Classic Industries, etc.?
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    Hiya Folks, new owner, battery, oil, and filter recommendations

    If the rest of the truck is like the front bumper, you just won the lottery.
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    Hiya Folks, new owner, battery, oil, and filter recommendations

    Bring plugs, wires, fuel filter, ATF (if it's an auto with FT t/case), PS fluid, coolant, brake fluid, and before driving it, check your brakes and brake lines/hoses. There will be lots of dry rubber parts for a 50 yr old truck that hasn't run in 10 years.

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