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Offline Mike81K10

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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #165 on: April 10, 2021, 06:37:35 PM »
Some had problems with the stainless steel lines from inline. I had a few minor problems. However, they worked out OK and I am attaching some pics of them. My truck has been a driveway build and it got a little dirty lately. Got the differential pressure switch connector but back into position VZ, thanks.
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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #166 on: April 16, 2021, 04:11:33 PM »
Nice! Very neat and clean.

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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #167 on: April 16, 2021, 04:57:12 PM »
Lookin good!
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Offline Mike81K10

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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #168 on: April 17, 2021, 03:16:32 PM »
Thanks VZ! I got my front light harness reworked, should get my new headlamp sockets on Monday to complete it. Installed the Clutch Pushrod with Boots Upper and lower, was a little loose prior to my build - fits tight now and should not rattle at all. Refinished my steering column (repainted) and installed new switch. Was going to install it today, however I have to figure out how to deal with screwing on the firewall plate with rubber pad with the firewall pad in the way. Had to install the pad prior to the steering column because you have the hole in the pad for it to go through and other reasons but then it complicates getting the screws in for the plate.
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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #169 on: April 18, 2021, 09:07:08 AM »
Great progress! How do you do all that so quickly?
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Offline Mike81K10

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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #170 on: April 18, 2021, 07:27:17 PM »
Wish it was quick! It has been slow actually. Been working on the truck for a while and just starting to make a little more progress as of late. Will get my steering column installed over the next couple of days (working on finding some hardware for it) and then my wire harness. Then my hood, fenders, and etc.
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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #171 on: April 20, 2021, 07:37:13 PM »
Received my headlamp and side marker sockets yesterday and replaced the sockets in the front harness today. Installed it back in the truck. Installed the steering column and wheel. However, will need to pull the wheel and put new horn parts in it, will be another new thing I have never done before, chalk it up I guess to all the others new experiences. Will try to get the interior harness started this week and will soon start putting the hood and fenders on.
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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #172 on: April 20, 2021, 11:01:19 PM »
Your truck is coming along nicely.  It is very apparent that you take a lot of pride in your work!  And rightly so!  Very professional!
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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #173 on: April 21, 2021, 10:34:23 AM »
Thanks bd! Will feel better when I get the hood and fenders on and finish the A/C system. Started as doing a few repairs to repair my fuel system and water leaks into the cab and led to a complete rebuild. My knowledge of my truck has greatly increased from doing a complete rebuild as I suppose would be the case for everyone. Learned better ways to do things along the way as well. Many on this forum has been helpful to include you and VZ.
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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #174 on: April 21, 2021, 07:44:56 PM »
...Started as doing a few repairs to repair my fuel system and water leaks into the cab and led to a complete rebuild...

Funny how that works!  "Well, maybe just one more thing...."   8)
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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #175 on: May 18, 2021, 07:50:57 PM »
Got my hood refinished for the 2nd time. Got a little damage on it after I did the first refinish. This time a painted a two tone. Actually a stripe (with pin stripes) on each side that was a little bit of a pain to match the side of my truck. You can see older pictures of the doors and fenders to see what I mean. Turned out OK overall, a few minor imperfections. Bad weather and a few other issues delayed me working on it as much as I would like. I Will probably install it within the next two days and then the fenders.
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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #176 on: May 19, 2021, 03:15:45 AM »
Looks good, I really like the two tone stripes.

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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #177 on: May 19, 2021, 04:02:45 AM »
Lookin good
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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #178 on: May 21, 2021, 04:37:49 PM »
Thanks All! I installed my hood today and will try to get my fenders on this weekend.
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Re: 81 K10 Build
« Reply #179 on: May 22, 2021, 01:11:26 AM »
Looks great!
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