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    Heater Core Blown

    So, I have a blown heater core on this thing that I must repair. While I am doing so, I have questions on if the radiator cap caused it. Im currently running and aluminum radiator with fans and a 19# cap. Is that cap too much and caused too much stress on the cooling system. Just wondering if I...
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    Fuel return diy

    Great evening to the gurus of this great forum. I am in the final stages of finishing up on this project. One of my last 2 missions is to resolve the vapor lock. I plan to purchase the WIC 33040 fuel filter with extra output for return..my thoughts are to route that return to the tank area and...
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    Timing Tab Installation

    So, I have this project thats coming to an end. For my creature comforts, and for my knowledge needs, its missing the timing tab. They forgot to install it for some reason but swear the trucks in time. I dont doubt its close, but in order to tune it, it needs SOMETHING on there. With a v belt...
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    Rear Shock Extenders

    74 C10 with a 5/7 drop. I purchased shock extenders but my mechanic said they were not needed. I am here for a second opinion. Truck rides fine for a slammed unit. front rides on the bump stops from what I hear is normal but overall this piece is really bouncy on bad roads lol. Any advice will...
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    Finishing Electrical Remodel-Fuse Questions

    Good afternoon everyone. I have a 74 c10 that I have been retrofitting for my old man to reintroduce to him in a few weeks and use as a promo vehicle for my business. We have resolved 80% of the electrical and other gremlins after getting it outta the shop. Now we have questions about proper...
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    Speedometer refuses to work. Any help is appreciated

    So at this point, the original th350 has been rebuilt, I have put a new speedo cable in as well as a speedo bullet because it was leaking. I still have 0 mph when driving. Any help is appreciated otherwise, Im just going digital everything soon lol.
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    Correct source for ac vacuum

    I am attaching pics. But currents I have no vacuum to move he doors when the av unit is switched to different settings. My mechanic bud is telling me to T into the trans vacuum line and not the brake vacuum. Thought I would come here for some options and opinions. Pics attached. Brake booster...
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    Sbc 350 kick-down cable help

    I am currently in the process of fixing issues that were left unfixed on this retro old of a 74 c10 for my dad and I. I have relocated the fuel pump and fuel lines to resolve vapor lock issues Now we are attempting to get this lockdown cable installed. This is an edelbrock 1406 carb. Kick down...
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    Confusion on fuel and more.

    I am starting to understand that 1974 was a very odd year for these trucks. My issue is this. I have discovered that the shop did not install my new signal wire for my new tank and sending unit. I am going to do it myself but I am unsure where to route it to. In the past I have read where some...
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    Oil sending unit hole issue

    Retro fitting for his truck has been a nightmare lol. So I'm trying to install a new oil pressure gauge. But I can't get this thing off. Wtf is it and what tool do I need. None of my sockets will grab it.
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    Cooling Questions and Concerns

    SBC 350, Serpantine Belt conversion. Truck runs fine but I have concerns. Temp guage seems to have us at a 180-210 operating range. Nothing is currently overheating. But my concern is that my hoses. Top radiator hose holds a lot of pressure and heater core hoses are on FIRE when it gets to...
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    Finding the Correct Vacuum Balance

    Morning Gents. Working on tuning this SBC 350 I have. Has a mild cam, nothing crazy. Motor has less than 10o miles. We have to get the fuel pressure down and find the correct timing. But now, I am more concerned with the correct vacuum balance. I have a gauge I got from harbor freight. From my...
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    Ignition Resistance Wire-Needed or Nah

    Good evening gents. Project Midnight, my restomod project for my dad is gearing to somewhat of a completion. I have removed it from the original shop to finish it up on the brightwork and minor details as I can on my own. So here is my dilemma. We put in a donor SBC 350 with some work done to...
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    Turn Signal Issues

    1974 c 10. LED Swap on all the way around. Here is my issue. Right Turn signal has an issue in the column. When I activate it, it doesn't work, only when I kinda shimmy it, will it then work. But my rear lights don't blink the fronts and side markers do on the right. On the left. Everything...
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    Stuck Hood

    So, my relic has returned home and is in the brightwork stages of repair. My only issue is the hood is now stuck closed after all the new parts have been added. Any idea how to get this thing open on a 74' There's no hood cable on this model for some reason.
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    A/C Control Panel

    So, I am at a stall. My 74 has ac control panel. It wont move to heat. Im thinking I need the cable, but I am also being told I need the vacuum attachment piece. I am unable to find this thing. The one in the truck is still there, but I think its not attaching somehow. Anyone have any idea what...
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    Too low. Need help recovering or leveling.

    74 c10. 5/7 drop kit installed..new leaf springs on the rear with the flip kit. Issue is within the front. Springs are not staying seated. Not sure how to get it to act right as this is what came with the kit. Any help would be great. Do we get new springs, if so, which ones or do we attach...
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    New door seals, new problems.

    Greetings everyone. In the final stages of a restomod project for my dad and a new pain in the ass for me lol. We finally have the new floors finished and sealed. Now the new weather stripping has been is talked to the doors on the interior around the cab, and low and behold, the bottoms of both...
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    Chevy Lean Issue. Need Guidance

    This ol project is getting close to being finished but one thing is causing some concern. From research this ain't new, but its the chevy lean. Mine is on the passenger side. Truck has new suspension from front to back. Everything is new. 5/7 drop kit from crown suspension. What is the best...
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    AC Confusion-Need Help

    Afternoon/Evening everyone, I havea 74 c10. Rebuilt the Small Block 350 and changed it to a vbelt kit for style points. Also changed the ac compressor to the B series or, shallow/round unit and relocated it from the driver to the passenger side. Here is where the problems began. I didn't buy...
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    74 c10 5/7 Drop-Will It Rub??

    Evening gents. Rebuilding my dads old 74 c 10. I went really aggressive before I began researching forums. So I have a 5/7 drop installed. Looks amazing, but I'm now curious as we get close to finishing, will the 20's rub the new inner fenders. Anyone ever went this deep with a drop. Im just...
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    Hello World from Mississippi

    hello everyone, 43-year-old marine corp veteran. Taking over my fathers 74 C10 which sat for over 25 years. This project was a surprise for him before he got into an accident and so much has happened since then. Its now a love project as I hope to just finish it before anything crazy...

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