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Swedchevy67 · 01-13-2018, 03:49 AM

I’m not a technical guy in any way ( at least
building cars). But I recently got this passion
for old American trucks, so I bought one from y
and got it delivered to Stockholm. The first thing
I noticed was that it was too tight between the
steering and the seat. I almost couldn’t fit.
What the heck did I buy!!!!! So I started doing
some research one how to make it “modern “.
The progress is doing well, and now I just finished
setting the hydraulic cooler hoses.
I need some positive feedbacks (negative also
respected)
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Shaky · 01-13-2018, 07:58 AM

It looks good to me, provided the inner line isn't too close to the exhaust. I just put headers on my old Buick and I'm debating between soft lines and bending up some copper-nickel.

Swedchevy67 · 01-13-2018, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Shaky

It looks good to me, provided the inner line isn't too close to the exhaust. I just put headers on my old Buick and I'm debating between soft lines and bending up some copper-nickel.

I see what you mean. I read that the hoses
need a distance of 6” from the exhaust.
Too be secure I mounted my headers to be
sure, and I’m satisfied with it. Thanks for the
input.
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Swedchevy67 · 01-13-2018, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Swedchevy67

I see what you mean. I read that the hoses
need a distance of 6” from the exhaust.
Too be secure I mounted my headers to be
sure, and I’m satisfied with it. Thanks for the
input.

I wouldn’t use copper lines, I believe the
oil is too aggressive
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Andy4639 · 01-13-2018, 10:39 AM

Personally I would run hard lines from the radiator to the transmission use the rubber hose for both ends to connect it. Run the lines up in the frame rail and hide them out of sight. The hard lines will be much smaller also which will give you more room.

notsolo · 01-13-2018, 10:49 AM

Looks good I like the custom separation brackets, also you may need to protect the hoses once the inner fender is in place. What was your solution for interior modern updates? Custom seat, and steering wheel changes?

GASoline71 · 01-13-2018, 06:50 PM

Will the inner fender still fit?

Gary

Swedchevy67 · 01-13-2018, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by notsolo

Looks good I like the custom separation brackets, also you may need to protect the hoses once the inner fender is in place. What was your solution for interior modern updates? Custom seat, and steering wheel changes?

Yes, new power steering, fuel tank in the frame, hydraulic brake, automatic transmission, new seats (Volvo, I need some Swedish parts)

JMC1965 · 01-13-2018, 10:28 PM

Definitely want to see the pics of Volvo seats in the truck.

**Ironangel** · 01-14-2018, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by GASoline71

Will the inner fender still fit?

Gary

That's what I was wondering...? Other than that, I kinda like it. But I would never run without those inner fenders...

aerotest · 01-14-2018, 11:37 AM

I would just put some DEI reflective sleeves on the lines where they are close to the exhaust. They make it with Velcro so you won’t have to disconnect the lines. I have used this stuff with success on turbo cars at much closer proximety.

01-13-2018, 03:49 AM	#1
Swedchevy67 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Stockholm Posts: 273	Transmission cooler line setup I’m not a technical guy in any way ( at least building cars). But I recently got this passion for old American trucks, so I bought one from y and got it delivered to Stockholm. The first thing I noticed was that it was too tight between the steering and the seat. I almost couldn’t fit. What the heck did I buy!!!!! So I started doing some research one how to make it “modern “. The progress is doing well, and now I just finished setting the hydraulic cooler hoses. I need some positive feedbacks (negative also respected) Posted via Mobile Device Attached Images

01-13-2018, 07:58 AM	#2
Shaky Six in a row makes it go... Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Vacationland: Maine Posts: 1,346	Re: Transmission cooler line setup It looks good to me, provided the inner line isn't too close to the exhaust. I just put headers on my old Buick and I'm debating between soft lines and bending up some copper-nickel. __________________ 67 C20 long step resto: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342086 66 C10 long step build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3814790 CT to Alaska in a 67 C10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399224 “The height of sophistication is simplicity." - Clare Boothe Luce

01-13-2018, 10:39 AM	#5
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Transmission cooler line setup Personally I would run hard lines from the radiator to the transmission use the rubber hose for both ends to connect it. Run the lines up in the frame rail and hide them out of sight. The hard lines will be much smaller also which will give you more room. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

01-13-2018, 10:49 AM	#6
notsolo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Md Posts: 2,451	Re: Transmission cooler line setup Looks good I like the custom separation brackets, also you may need to protect the hoses once the inner fender is in place. What was your solution for interior modern updates? Custom seat, and steering wheel changes? __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=635605

01-13-2018, 10:28 PM	#9
JMC1965 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 119	Re: Transmission cooler line setup Definitely want to see the pics of Volvo seats in the truck. __________________ JMC1965 1967 C20 LWB 350 (ATK-HP32) / FiTech EFI 4L60e / 4 wheel disc brakes 20" American Racing VN327 & 245/50/20 Michelin

01-14-2018, 11:37 AM	#11
aerotest Registered User Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: TN Posts: 104	Re: Transmission cooler line setup I would just put some DEI reflective sleeves on the lines where they are close to the exhaust. They make it with Velcro so you won’t have to disconnect the lines. I have used this stuff with success on turbo cars at much closer proximety. __________________ 1969 C10 Suburban Custom (Factory 396/TH400, survivor with no rust)



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