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texasld 09-22-2014 05:18 PM

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Got the engine, transmission, and headers installed this weekend. :uhmk:

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Didn't even have problems with the AC Compressor Clearing. :metal:

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Saclandman 09-22-2014 05:45 PM

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Spent yesterday pulling the water pump twice to try to fix a coolant leak, then ran some sealer through it just to make sure. Today put new shocks on all four corners and installed new wipers. Maybe next weekend I'll try working on my 67 instead of my Tahoe.

Andy4639 09-22-2014 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by texasld (Post 6852735)
Got the engine, transmission, and headers installed this weekend. :uhmk:

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Didn't even have problems with the AC Compressor Clearing. :metal:

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Have you posted this on the LS swap thread yet? Nice work would like to here about the swap.
:chevy:

Delo69 09-22-2014 08:26 PM

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Had my inline 6 resealed, cleaned and painted and then I added the decals for that clean from factory look..I'm happy with the results..
Before and After.

ole dollor 09-22-2014 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Delo69 (Post 6852975)
Had my inline 6 resealed, cleaned and painted and then I added the decals for that clean from factory look..I'm happy with the results..
Before and After.

that made a big difference....looks great.

CST10 09-22-2014 08:50 PM

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Drastic differance. In like it. Nothing like a clean motor in the bay.

9teen69 09-22-2014 11:14 PM

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Engine looks really good!

9teen69 09-22-2014 11:30 PM

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Installed new green glass, weather-stripping and rebuilt vent window on passenger side. My stainless trim was in good enough shape for a daily driver.

Now I see why people buy new ones or get rebuilt from RogerKoop. They were a PITA but turned out nyce. One more to go.

Mike_The_Grad 09-23-2014 04:55 AM

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Found out had a vacuum leak, and it wasnt brake booster or pcv... P.O.E. determined intake was at fault. Pulled it and this is what I found... Its funny how the saying "hindsight is 20/20." Rings so true. I'm new to everything as far as putting together an engine goes.the gasket did last a month I must say. I have since learned the correct way of installing an intake on a rebuilt motor. And now am pulling a steady 19.5hg straight from intake. :) also lowered my idle from 1,000 down to about 600. Oil change was due,also regapped plugs. Next on the list is upjet my Q-jet. And reseal the rear end. Other than that. I'm happy to say the "mechanical part" is taken care of. Next is "cosmetics". let's see how deep the rabbit hole goes......

BugzC10 09-23-2014 07:32 PM

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Finshed installing Vintage Air Sure Fit A/C system, new 4 core radiator, new March pulleys and 100 amp alternator. Get the A/C charged up next week.
http://i212.photobucket.com/albums/c...ps0474ccc1.jpg
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texjake 09-23-2014 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike_The_Grad (Post 6853362)
Found out had a vacuum leak, and it wasnt brake booster or pcv... P.O.E. determined intake was at fault. Pulled it and this is what I found... Its funny how the saying "hindsight is 20/20." Rings so true. I'm new to everything as far as putting together an engine goes.the gasket did last a month I must say. I have since learned the correct way of installing an intake on a rebuilt motor. And now am pulling a steady 19.5hg straight from intake. :) also lowered my idle from 1,000 down to about 600. Oil change was due,also regapped plugs. Next on the list is upjet my Q-jet. And reseal the rear end. Other than that. I'm happy to say the "mechanical part" is taken care of. Next is "cosmetics". let's see how deep the rabbit hole goes......

All gasket mfgs should never be including that cheap ass rubber gasket for the front or rear intake manifold for Chevy engines. It's been that way for way too dang long. It's always just better to toss that damn thing in the floor & just to put down a bead of silicone and never look back. :smoke:

In The Ten Ring 09-23-2014 09:08 PM

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I showed it off today to a contractor who needed to store some tools in my garage. He was immediately impressed with it, even though it's up on blocks! That might help motivate me to get back on it as soon as I have the time.

texasld 09-23-2014 10:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639 (Post 6852897)
Have you posted this on the LS swap thread yet? Nice work would like to here about the swap.
:chevy:

There are several. Would you Kindly point me towards the right direction? I will happily post some info.

It's also in my build thread.

vidman 09-24-2014 06:25 PM

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Changed the valve cover gaskets to felpro-1635 and Installed my Track-bar.

Econman 09-24-2014 07:12 PM

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Just ordered my new Hughes torque converter and Lokar kickdown cable and Lokar throttle bracket from Summit.

ole dollor 09-24-2014 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by vidman (Post 6855190)
Changed the valve cover gaskets to felpro-1635 and Installed my Track-bar.

looks very nice...good work.

Econman 09-26-2014 07:38 AM

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Installed a new servo piston sleeve and piston, plus got the valve body back in and tail shaft back on..


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Andy4639 09-28-2014 05:12 PM

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Well I got the brakes al swapped out. It didn't go as smooth as I had hope but I gotter done!
The original booster and master cylinder was all standard fittings, the new one was all metric fittings. Had to put new lines down to the a arm also.
While I was doing it I went a head and swapped the rear rubber hose tee out for the stainless one I've had now for over a year.
Everything is tight with no leaks so far. Going for a short ride and check everything again.
Had to use the old valve since the brake switch wouldn't fit the new one. I may order one if I can find one. O-Reilly's didn't have it and couldn't order it.
If anybody has a lead on one LMK.
:chevy:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...1&d=1411938261

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Andy4639 09-28-2014 05:55 PM

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Here is a couple more of the S/S rear hose and Clear gear rear housing cover.I tie wrapped the hose away from the muffler also.:chevy:

ole dollor 09-28-2014 10:23 PM

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[QUOTE=Andy4639;6859700]Well I got the brakes al swapped out. It didn't go as smooth as I had hope but I gotter done!
The original booster and master cylinder was all standard fittings, the new one was all metric fittings. Had to put new lines down to the a arm also.
While I was doing it I went a head and swapped the rear rubber hose tee out for the stainless one I've had now for over a year.
Everything is tight with no leaks so far. Going for a short ride and check everything again.
Had to use the old valve since the brake switch wouldn't fit the new one. I may order one if I can find one. O-Reilly's didn't have it and couldn't order it.
If anybody has a lead on one LMK.
:chevy:

Very nice set up and nice and shinny....

texjake 09-29-2014 01:46 AM

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I painted the rear bumper with Rust-OleumŽ truck bed coating.

Before & after;

Andy4639 09-29-2014 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Andy4639 (Post 6859700)
Well I got the brakes al swapped out. It didn't go as smooth as I had hope but I gotter done!
The original booster and master cylinder was all standard fittings, the new one was all metric fittings. Had to put new lines down to the a arm also.
While I was doing it I went a head and swapped the rear rubber hose tee out for the stainless one I've had now for over a year.
Everything is tight with no leaks so far. Going for a short ride and check everything again.
Had to use the old valve since the brake switch wouldn't fit the new one. I may order one if I can find one. O-Reilly's didn't have it and couldn't order it.
If anybody has a lead on one LMK.
:chevy:

Very nice set up and nice and shinny....

Thanks!:chevy:

CST10 09-30-2014 05:30 AM

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Bought it drove to muffler shop then Drove it home.

Elliot949 10-02-2014 07:20 AM

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Got My Steering Wheel Yesterday... man this thing is NICE!!!!

chevy2tom 10-02-2014 09:18 AM

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Changed the cam,lifters, installed new studs, roller rockers, new valve covers (had to pull the booster to get the drivers cover on) new water pump, March serpentine pulleys & brackets, new power steering pump & break in the new cam. (More like a week, lol)http://i1109.photobucket.com/albums/...929_170639.jpg)


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