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    New Owner of an Old Truck

    Save your money, fix or replace the carb.
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    81 350 SBC is farked, about to replace with 350 SBC bought locally

    As squaredeal91 mentioned,why the oil cooler? I've been fiddling with small block chevys since '68 and have never seen one.
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    305 SBC vs 6.2 Detroit: Which would you rather?

    I prefer the 6.2 and it has turned into my daily driver over the '81 sbc. Even though my garage doesn't go below 40deg.F the 6.2 really likes the block heater. I don't mind that it's slow, I'm retired.
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    Hello from Michigan

    Banks turbos are highly prized as they are no longer available new.Good luck with your rare find.
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    Just started my first hands on squarebody build, looking for advice

    Not many build a squarebody to make money. This is not a c2 vette or hemi cuda. Your build is much like a street rod. It's much cheaper to buy one used than build one.
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    Ever dealt with GM crate motor warranty replacement?

    I once had a broken rocker arm that sounded like death. Maybe you will be that lucky.
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    Is there such a thing as Cams for Dummies

    With all of the monkey business of flat tappet cams and lifters these days, I would be inclined to use a roller cam. The extra $ spent will still be cheaper than wasting an engine on a failed cam or lifter.
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    K20 Power Steering Pulley different sizes

    Be aware that AC engines and non AC engines use different PS pulleys and belts as well as different crank pulleys.
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    Loud squeal over 2k rpm need advice

    I would confirm that the crank and PS pulley have the same profile as well as the belt. just went through this with my "83 6.2 as someone had installed an AC PS pump on a non AC engine. the pulleys are not the same and they require different belts and pulleys.AC has a dual pulley and non AC...
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    Help diagnosing power steering squeal

    I'm going to help all square body owners with information I just learned. AC dual pulleys on a PS pump are for AC only engines as they require a different belt profile. If you have a non AC power steering pump you will need to use a single pulley and the correct non AC crank pulley as the belts...
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    Question about headers

    Ball and socket outlets are superior to a flat flange. If you use a flat flange i have had good sealing success with copper gaskets. Might want to use bolts with springs to keep everything snug as well.
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    Should I trade for a Square?

    I would do that trade. Meyer power angle plow has to be worth 3k or so and as mentioned earlier, squares are appreciating as well as plenty of parts and mostly inexpensive.
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    My Goodwrench is on life support. But what is the best course of action?

    Craigslist or facebook marketplace are 2 good spots to find a confirmed good running used 350. I would avoid a freshly rebuilt engine that has no run time. Expect to pay about $800 to $2,000.
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    Getting quotes for paint/body work

    This is why my two squares are original patina trucks. The cost of good bodywork and paint would put them upside down in value. All rust repaired and blended in with spray bombs. No fake patina. A little southwest sunburn goes a long way. There are many low cost paint videos on youtube , just...
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    Rear Main Seal

    Rear china wall leak on the block is my guess.
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    K10 softer ride

    My k10 rides as smooth or smoother than my c10. Tires will make all of the difference. Get something not so heavy duty with a lot of sidewall.
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    Factory Seats; Why do they suck?

    I have Lexus 330 seats in my k5 and 350 seats in my c10. Takes some fabrication and because they are thick, probably not good for someone over 6' but super comfortable and adjustable. Come out of a 3 hour ride totally refreshed.
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    Exhaust Manifolds hot?

    Not sure if you can pull the timing cover without dropping the pan.
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    Trying to determine what converter I’ll need

    Nice to have Nick Transmissions on board. I have 2 700r4 in my stable, both work flawlessly and both were rebuilt at some time before my ownership.I don't beat on my stuff but then my younger days are behind me.
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    Amazon TIG welders?

    Quality is remembered long after the price is forgotten. Buy a name brand (US) welder and if you want to upgrade later it will still have value if you want to sell it IMHO.
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    350 motor no power

    Worn out cam or timing chain.
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    Door panel recommendation

    Have you looked at ebay or craigslist?
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    Factory hood stripes?

    Some owners use their truck rather than use them for trophies. Iv'e had a few trophies in my day. Just took up a garage space.
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    Mpg to expect on an '82 C20 3+3, 350?

    I would expect 10mpg.
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    Cab Rust Woes

    Bondo isn't going to do anything for the lost structural integrity and the more you hammer out the rust the more damage will appear.I would swap that cab and take a welding course.

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