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Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
06-20-2019, 05:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 18,588
Posted By UTAHYOTA

I did mine last spring. One month later I was...

I did mine last spring. One month later I was rear ended. The liner held up quite well. The tailgate was dented and no cracks in the liner. On the fender flares the liner chipped. Because the part...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
06-20-2019, 05:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 21,661
Posted By UTAHYOTA

I wired mine solo. I didn't use the stock harness...

I wired mine solo. I didn't use the stock harness and simply wired the alternator to the battery and ignition. Then I installed a voltmeter. No problems in 3 1/2 years. The only other thing I did was...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
09-21-2017, 06:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 9,918
Posted By UTAHYOTA

I'm waiting for a first gen to come on the lot at...

I'm waiting for a first gen to come on the lot at my local junk yard. They are just waiting on more room. I plan to snatch the doors. If the glass is good I'll check back with you. I plan to make...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
09-21-2017, 06:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,999
Posted By UTAHYOTA

Check the ground at your coil/ignitor. Mine would...

Check the ground at your coil/ignitor. Mine would do exactly what you are talking about. Scrubbed the piss out of it and the problem disappeared. Good luck.
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
09-19-2017, 06:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 9,133
Posted By UTAHYOTA

If it's stretched out you could always tie a few...

If it's stretched out you could always tie a few knots in the sumbich like the dude I bought my truck from did.
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
09-19-2017, 06:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,540
Posted By UTAHYOTA

I would check the title. It may have been rolled...

I would check the title. It may have been rolled over once. I bought a 1980 a few years back with 72xxx and it was actually 172xxx. That being said you can never go wrong with a cam, header and a...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
09-15-2017, 08:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,412
Posted By UTAHYOTA

Quick update. I was able to get a head that...

Quick update. I was able to get a head that works, all the machining has been done, long story short the truck is back together with the rebuilt motor installed. Through the massive amount of...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
08-29-2017, 05:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,767
Posted By UTAHYOTA

Damn! I didn't know that. Good info.

Damn! I didn't know that. Good info.
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
08-29-2017, 05:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 8,123
Posted By UTAHYOTA

I bought a set of 20R head bolts from NAPA for $23

I bought a set of 20R head bolts from NAPA for $23
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
08-29-2017, 05:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,767
Posted By UTAHYOTA

Shine your headlights on the wall mark the wall...

Shine your headlights on the wall mark the wall with tape where the top of your low beam is, repeat for high beam. Don't move the damn truck, change the headlights then adjust back to your lines on...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
08-24-2017, 04:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,412
Posted By UTAHYOTA

skypilot, thanks for the offer. My machinist...

skypilot, thanks for the offer. My machinist called me today and said the head I just bought is out of spec. I can't seem to get a break when it comes to getting this thing back on the road. He said...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
08-23-2017, 06:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,609
Posted By UTAHYOTA

Try pressing and holding the gas pedal before you...

Try pressing and holding the gas pedal before you pull the choke out.
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
08-23-2017, 06:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,672
Posted By UTAHYOTA

Another thing to consider is the transmission. I...

Another thing to consider is the transmission. I have a 1980 and as it sits it has the stock L43 4-speed transmission. I was driving it to work on the freeway and I was at about 3700 rpm at 65 mph...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
08-23-2017, 06:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 8,994
Posted By UTAHYOTA

Well whaddya know? Interesting mount. Looks like...

Well whaddya know? Interesting mount. Looks like the top portion could be OEM. I just took mine out since everything else is out thought I'd clean it up a bit. Only thing under my truck is the gas...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
08-23-2017, 06:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,412
Posted By UTAHYOTA

I decided to go with the 22r head for simplicity...

I decided to go with the 22r head for simplicity reasons. Turns out the head has been machined before and is out of spec, machine shop won't do anything with it. So I brought them the 20r head out of...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
08-21-2017, 05:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,347
Posted By UTAHYOTA

I did a quick measurement. My holes are 2 3/4...

I did a quick measurement. My holes are 2 3/4 center to center. Looks like 4runner mirrors it is. Thanks guys!
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
08-20-2017, 06:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 9,347
Posted By UTAHYOTA

Mirror Swap

I'm trying to get rid of the enormous metal frame mirrors on my 80 pickup. Anyone running a more modern type of mirror that uses the same bolt pattern for the top holes? What makes/models will swap...
Forum: Newbie Tech Section
08-15-2017, 04:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 648
Posted By UTAHYOTA

New camshaft and rocker arms

I'm rebuilding my first engine (22r) and I discovered the rocker arm shafts are gouged to high hell. The motor (1982) had 289,xxx on it when I rescued it from the junk yard. That being said, I want...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
08-13-2017, 07:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,412
Posted By UTAHYOTA

The block is from an '82. Thanks guys for the...

The block is from an '82. Thanks guys for the input. The head hasn't gone to the machinist yet. I'm gonna mull it over a bit more, but less problems is definitely a perk. Still busting rust and...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
08-12-2017, 03:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 8,994
Posted By UTAHYOTA

I don't think you would need to run a CV shaft....

I don't think you would need to run a CV shaft. What I've read you should be able to shorten the rear and lengthen the front. Because I plan on taking out so much it is going to change the DS angle...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
08-10-2017, 06:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 8,994
Posted By UTAHYOTA

I'm pretty sure the old T-case will work. My plan...

I'm pretty sure the old T-case will work. My plan is a W56 with dual T-cases, with the research I've done, I'm adding quite a few inches to my driveline (L43 to W56) and simply shortening the...
Forum: Pre 84 Trucks
08-10-2017, 06:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 8,412
Posted By UTAHYOTA

Heart Transplant

My plan has been, for the last year or so, to swap my 20r for a 22r in my 1980 pickup. Then I happened across the 20r/22r hybrid. Sounds all good, but having only about 3 years experience wrenching...
Forum: Newbie Tech Section
05-01-2017, 04:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 620
Posted By UTAHYOTA

Body work noob needs help

I've never done body work before. I have a lot of surface corrosion due to the paint chipping on my Mexican paint job. I only say that because it was painted in Mexico. It looked good when I bought...
Forum: Newbie Tech Section
05-01-2017, 04:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 536
Posted By UTAHYOTA

Take a look at all the grounds for your ignition...

Take a look at all the grounds for your ignition as well. I had a similar problem and it was a corroded ground. I fixed the ground a couple of months ago, the gripe hasn't reappeared.
Forum: Newbie Tech Section
04-02-2017, 06:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,372
Posted By UTAHYOTA

Engine sputters, truck jerks 3000+ rpm

I wanted to write this thread because it caused me so much heart burn. I have a 1980 pickup but I'm sure this problem could span multiple years and models. My truck would chug, sputter, jerk and all...
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