The MONEY PIT - Page 4 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Alan's Classic · 03-15-2009, 01:03 PM

That's a new one on me. I don't want to advise either way. Someone with more engine experience needs to chime in. Wish I could help.

drogers · 03-15-2009, 01:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

That's a new one on me. I don't want to advise either way. Someone with more engine experience needs to chime in. Wish I could help.

Thanks, I posted the timing question over in the engine section.

This was over in the engine section.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...light=harmonic

**Captainfab** · 03-15-2009, 04:15 PM

Yes you can turn your engine to TDC and cut a new line in the balancer to line up with the new timing pointer. I've done this before, and have also welded up the original mark and ground it smooth. This way there is no confusion when setting the timing. I didn't mention this before since this can be confusing to some people.

drogers · 03-19-2009, 08:01 PM

We'll after 3 trips to the auto store, a new sets of gaskets, countless hours, and a trip to the emergency room (Never ever spray brake cleaner in a rag held in your hand, if you do you better be wearing goggles), I finally got the new timing cover on. The timing cover oil pan seal would not go on so I had to pull the oil pan to get everything buttoned back up.

drogers · 03-19-2009, 08:11 PM

Here are a few pictures of my split brake line job using ChiefRocka's example. It's not as nice but should do the job, atleast unitl I put in disc brakes next fall.

drogers · 03-19-2009, 08:40 PM

I also picked up new headers, starter, spark plugs, water pump, and 1406 carb. I did not realize when I started this that nothing was interchangeable between the I6 and V8, not even the bolts.

I also figured out that everyone on this site, but me, must be rich! This is an expensive hobby!!

TimE · 03-19-2009, 09:16 PM

Nice job! And yeah, we're all rich...

drogers · 03-19-2009, 09:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TimE

Nice job! And yeah, we're all rich...

What stocks are you invested in, I want some? (LMC, Classic Chevy?)

TimE · 03-19-2009, 09:32 PM

Right now, all of my investments are tied up in Blood, Sweat and Bondo but I plan to diversify my portfolio soon and start dabbling in "Rust Futures".

Strodder · 03-19-2009, 09:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drogers

I also figured out that everyone on this site, but me, must be rich! This is an expensive hobby!!

Yea RIGHT!! That's why I'm a Junk Yard Whore.

Alan's Classic · 03-19-2009, 10:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TimE

Right now, all of my investments are tied up in Blood, Sweat and Bondo but I plan to diversify my portfolio soon and start dabbling in "Rust Futures".

Drogers, your project is really coming along. Nice work.

If I'm so rich why am I so poor. Oh yeah I invested in rust futures and lost.

drogers · 03-23-2009, 07:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TimE

Right now, all of my investments are tied up in Blood, Sweat and Bondo but I plan to diversify my portfolio soon and start dabbling in "Rust Futures".

I've got plenty of rust and will send my address shortly so that you can cut me a check! GOOD INVESTMENT! LOL

Quote:

Originally Posted by Strodder

Yea RIGHT!! That's why I'm a Junk Yard Whore.

I'll stay away from that one.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alan's Classic

Drogers, your project is really coming along. Nice work.

If I'm so rich why am I so poor. Oh yeah I invested in rust futures and lost.

I hear you and thanks. No where near yours but I've got to get it back together and out of the garage.

drogers · 03-23-2009, 07:07 PM

Made some progress this weekend. Motor mounts were a pain in the butt and so was the cross member but with a little help and a big pry bar we got her in. I know the suspension going out to the tires looks like crap but that's project number XXVI! If I make it!

protrash64 · 03-23-2009, 07:35 PM

Looking good.......keep pluggin away and soon you'll be cruisin. You should hook up with all the other Ok's out there for some parts trading and general info.

TimE · 03-24-2009, 09:08 AM

drogers · 04-07-2009, 06:54 PM

Went to install the drive shaft and found that when switching from a 230 i6 TH350 to a 350 V8 and 700R4 the drive shaft will be approx 1" too long. Took it down and had a 1 1/4 cut out and balanced for $67, seemed reasonable. I also replaced the U joints before putting it back in. The yoke shaft looks long but only 1 1/2" is sticking out with another 2" in the housing.

joe231 · 04-07-2009, 07:00 PM

Nice progress!!!

drogers · 04-07-2009, 07:01 PM

A few picturs on the progress of getting the engine in. Please let me know if you see any problems.

neto · 04-07-2009, 07:03 PM

Yeah I see a big problem..........it's not in my truck! J/k Hey great looking engine.

Daniel 61 Apache · 04-07-2009, 07:05 PM

Out of curiosity, why couldn't you just cut the 1 1/4" off the yoke?

joe231 · 04-07-2009, 07:06 PM

Looks good
But you might wanna ditch that glass filter...I'd hate to see her go up in flames

Daniel 61 Apache · 04-07-2009, 07:10 PM

Not sure if it matters to you but I'd run the filter before the pump too.

joe231 · 04-07-2009, 07:16 PM

Most carbed engines have a filter before the pump and another before (sometimes in the inlet) the carb....

Daniel 61 Apache · 04-07-2009, 07:34 PM

Heh.....looks like I might be getting one more filter then. Can never be too safe.

drogers · 04-07-2009, 07:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Daniel 61 Apache

Out of curiosity, why couldn't you just cut the 1 1/4" off the yoke?

I thought the same thing but after poking around in the "Engine & Drivetrain" section of this site I decided I'd better get it cut and balanced.

Quote:

Originally Posted by joe231

Looks good
But you might wanna ditch that glass filter...I'd hate to see her go up in flames

Think that might be a problem? The glass is prettty thick but I might have to rethink it now, thanks.

Quote:

Originally Posted by joe231

Most carbed engines have a filter before the pump and another before (sometimes in the inlet) the carb....

Got one before the pump and then the one right before the carb. Thanks

03-15-2009, 01:03 PM	#76
Alan's Classic 1 thing at a time is progress. Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ball Ground GA Posts: 5,511	Re: The MONEY PIT That's a new one on me. I don't want to advise either way. Someone with more engine experience needs to chime in. Wish I could help. __________________ Alan Philippians 2:14-16 Alan's Classic Facebook page. North Georgia Group Project 1965 Vitamin C-10 1995 GMC Sierra K1500 The "Wrecker"

03-15-2009, 04:15 PM	#78
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,246	Re: The MONEY PIT Yes you can turn your engine to TDC and cut a new line in the balancer to line up with the new timing pointer. I've done this before, and have also welded up the original mark and ground it smooth. This way there is no confusion when setting the timing. I didn't mention this before since this can be confusing to some people. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

03-19-2009, 08:01 PM	#79
drogers Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Collinsville, OK Posts: 136	Re: The MONEY PIT We'll after 3 trips to the auto store, a new sets of gaskets, countless hours, and a trip to the emergency room (Never ever spray brake cleaner in a rag held in your hand, if you do you better be wearing goggles), I finally got the new timing cover on. The timing cover oil pan seal would not go on so I had to pull the oil pan to get everything buttoned back up. Attached Images __________________ My Build "63 Stepside" Major Components 71 350 stock 86' 700R4 My Front Disc Conversion

03-19-2009, 08:11 PM	#80
drogers Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Collinsville, OK Posts: 136	Re: The MONEY PIT Here are a few pictures of my split brake line job using ChiefRocka's example. It's not as nice but should do the job, atleast unitl I put in disc brakes next fall. Attached Images __________________ My Build "63 Stepside" Major Components 71 350 stock 86' 700R4 My Front Disc Conversion Last edited by drogers; 03-20-2009 at 07:28 AM.

03-19-2009, 08:40 PM	#81
drogers Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Collinsville, OK Posts: 136	Re: The MONEY PIT I also picked up new headers, starter, spark plugs, water pump, and 1406 carb. I did not realize when I started this that nothing was interchangeable between the I6 and V8, not even the bolts. I also figured out that everyone on this site, but me, must be rich! This is an expensive hobby!! Attached Images __________________ My Build "63 Stepside" Major Components 71 350 stock 86' 700R4 My Front Disc Conversion Last edited by drogers; 03-19-2009 at 08:42 PM.

03-19-2009, 09:16 PM	#82
TimE Hey Y'all!! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bay Minette, Alabama Posts: 1,755	Re: The MONEY PIT Nice job! And yeah, we're all rich... __________________ Just hopin' I live long enough to finish something!!!

03-19-2009, 09:32 PM	#84
TimE Hey Y'all!! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bay Minette, Alabama Posts: 1,755	Re: The MONEY PIT Right now, all of my investments are tied up in Blood, Sweat and Bondo but I plan to diversify my portfolio soon and start dabbling in "Rust Futures". __________________ Just hopin' I live long enough to finish something!!!

03-23-2009, 07:07 PM	#88
drogers Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Collinsville, OK Posts: 136	Re: The MONEY PIT Made some progress this weekend. Motor mounts were a pain in the butt and so was the cross member but with a little help and a big pry bar we got her in. I know the suspension going out to the tires looks like crap but that's project number XXVI! If I make it! Attached Images __________________ My Build "63 Stepside" Major Components 71 350 stock 86' 700R4 My Front Disc Conversion Last edited by drogers; 03-23-2009 at 07:09 PM.

03-23-2009, 07:35 PM	#89
protrash64 Resistance is Futile Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mesa,Arizona Posts: 3,519	Re: The MONEY PIT Looking good.......keep pluggin away and soon you'll be cruisin. You should hook up with all the other Ok's out there for some parts trading and general info. __________________ 64 CHEVY PICK-UP > http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...otrash+re-hash 64 CARRYALL >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1964+suburban 66 LB >http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=427852 STRENGTH/DETERMINATION/MERCILESS/FOREVER .......posted via stationary device

03-24-2009, 09:08 AM	#90
TimE Hey Y'all!! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bay Minette, Alabama Posts: 1,755	Re: The MONEY PIT __________________ Just hopin' I live long enough to finish something!!!

04-07-2009, 06:54 PM	#91
drogers Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Collinsville, OK Posts: 136	Re: The MONEY PIT Went to install the drive shaft and found that when switching from a 230 i6 TH350 to a 350 V8 and 700R4 the drive shaft will be approx 1" too long. Took it down and had a 1 1/4 cut out and balanced for $67, seemed reasonable. I also replaced the U joints before putting it back in. The yoke shaft looks long but only 1 1/2" is sticking out with another 2" in the housing. Attached Images __________________ My Build "63 Stepside" Major Components 71 350 stock 86' 700R4 My Front Disc Conversion Last edited by drogers; 04-07-2009 at 06:55 PM.

04-07-2009, 07:00 PM	#92
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: The MONEY PIT Nice progress!!! __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

04-07-2009, 07:01 PM	#93
drogers Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Collinsville, OK Posts: 136	Re: The MONEY PIT A few picturs on the progress of getting the engine in. Please let me know if you see any problems. Attached Images __________________ My Build "63 Stepside" Major Components 71 350 stock 86' 700R4 My Front Disc Conversion

04-07-2009, 07:03 PM	#94
neto Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Madera, California Posts: 291	Re: The MONEY PIT Yeah I see a big problem..........it's not in my truck! J/k Hey great looking engine.

04-07-2009, 07:05 PM	#95
Daniel 61 Apache Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Oceanside, CA Posts: 168	Re: The MONEY PIT Out of curiosity, why couldn't you just cut the 1 1/4" off the yoke? __________________ Project 61 build thread Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they've made a difference....The Marines don't have that problem. Sic vis pacem, para bellum. -- "If you want peace, prepare for war."



Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.

04-07-2009, 07:06 PM	#96
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: The MONEY PIT Looks good But you might wanna ditch that glass filter...I'd hate to see her go up in flames __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

04-07-2009, 07:10 PM	#97
Daniel 61 Apache Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Oceanside, CA Posts: 168	Re: The MONEY PIT Not sure if it matters to you but I'd run the filter before the pump too. __________________ Project 61 build thread Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they've made a difference....The Marines don't have that problem. Sic vis pacem, para bellum. -- "If you want peace, prepare for war."

04-07-2009, 07:16 PM	#98
joe231 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Palmer, Alaska Posts: 13,821	Re: The MONEY PIT Most carbed engines have a filter before the pump and another before (sometimes in the inlet) the carb.... __________________ *CHEVY ONLY*

04-07-2009, 07:34 PM	#99
Daniel 61 Apache Registered User Join Date: May 2007 Location: Oceanside, CA Posts: 168	Re: The MONEY PIT Heh.....looks like I might be getting one more filter then. Can never be too safe. __________________ Project 61 build thread Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they've made a difference....The Marines don't have that problem. Sic vis pacem, para bellum. -- "If you want peace, prepare for war."

Register or Log In To remove these advertisements.