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Electrical / Battery cable replacement

« Last post by Rough75C20 on April 10, 2026, 08:01:42 am »

Hello,

Simple question just to double check. I want to replace the positive battery cable on my truck. The new cable doesn’t have the splice with the smaller cable that splits off to go to the back of the alternator. Can I just run a separate wire from the positive terminal to the back of the alternator instead of splicing it like the original cable with the red plastic box? Any idea what gauge this smaller wire needs to be? Should I add a fuse? The splice in the red box currently doesn’t have a fuse. The new setup would be just a large positive cable to the starter and a smaller wire going to the alternator directly from the positive terminal.

Thank you


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Members Rides / Re: So I'm going to get the 87... This is what I'm doing

« Last post by 87ChevyR10 on April 09, 2026, 05:34:17 pm »

Looking back at this thread, i had to laugh a little at the what i now see as "wishful thinking" in terms of getting new tires and the ability to do so. $ was about as tight as it got and as we all know, corners gotta get cut, unplanned expenditures pop up, all of which happened as they do with this stuff. Well, not only did they make the drive, they're still rolling. Doesnt negate the fact they are overdue for replacing, but i digress.

Was going to do the used route on the rims I bought. Come to find out due to MY error of lack of knowledge or moreso understanding by me on backspacing/offset - the choice of rims, wasnt gon fly. The 15x10s my buddy gave me from ol sportsman/late model leftovers which we mocked up with a tire on and were pleased with,

Johnny - the wire wheel is KING. Just dont have one atm so its all hand work. No big deal though. I laid out cardboard underneath and already started with the wire brush to a section of the driver side. Will seal it up with some primer. Unless you got a spray alternative solution for rust encapsulation or the other you could put me on.

Either way it goes, i looked back at the initial post and thinking about where we're at now, just smiled.I also was at a juncture walking across town 2 mi to get the inner tie rod only 1 place in a 40mi radius had....IN THE RAIN. But it has made it all worth it to open my window and see my 87 sitting outside.

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Members Rides / Re: 1984 C-10 Custom Deluxe

« Last post by 87ChevyR10 on April 09, 2026, 04:08:23 pm »

At that point I started thinking, "this was my dad's truck. I'm not going to let it die like this." So my son and I got to work.

Nah, thank YOU for sharing with us your story and its story. They are both pretty cool. I especially identify with it as mine was my grandfather's truck and will be leaving it to my son so im working on mine like yall are working on yours!

Beautiful truck, another one in the place it should be. With folks who really care and will take care of it.

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Engine/Drivetrain / Re: Clutch & Flywheel setup

« Last post by Da67goatman on April 08, 2026, 03:42:10 pm »

Will that clutch require changing to a hydraulic throwout bearing?  Or can I use an external that pushes the factory clutch fork and throwout bearing?  The old style pressure plate only has 3 fingers vs the many of the newer style.

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Engine/Drivetrain / Re: Motor Mounts

« Last post by roger97338 on April 08, 2026, 12:25:01 am »

For the work involved (not that much) I think I would replace the bolt to see if it's really broken.

I wouldn't even put the nut on at first.

If the motor pitches with the bolt in, then your assumption is correct.

If not, tighten the nut and bolt and go for a ride!

I like that idea.

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Engine/Drivetrain / Re: Clutch & Flywheel setup

« Last post by VileZambonie on April 07, 2026, 06:46:22 pm »

Look up parts using an 87 R10 350 for MY6 application.

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Members Rides / Re: 1984 C-10 Custom Deluxe

« Last post by moregrip on April 06, 2026, 09:46:18 am »

Great build thread! Any updates?

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Engine/Drivetrain / Clutch & Flywheel setup

« Last post by Da67goatman on March 31, 2026, 09:12:48 am »

Background:  TBI 350 converted back to carb with HEI distributor along with np833 4 speed transmission from behind a 250ci straight six all going into a 62 c10. I'm in need of some assistance in picking the correct parts to mate the two. 

I have the factory bellhousing with fork but would like to run a hydraulic master/slave setup for packaging.  It has been so long, I have forgotten about the multiple balancing and rear main options that the SBC has and have never dealt with a clutch that wasn't just a kit for that specific vehicle.  I know some of you die hard manual guys have all this stuff figured out so if you could recommend parts, I would be most grateful.

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Fuel Systems and Drivability / Re: Why doesn't fuel flow from the tank?

« Last post by VileZambonie on March 28, 2026, 01:45:16 pm »

Are you asking if it will siphon itself? You need the pressure differential for it to happen. If you are concerned about flow, perform a fuel volume test from the pump

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Engine/Drivetrain / Re: Motor Mounts

« Last post by JohnnyPopper on March 21, 2026, 07:39:29 pm »

For the work involved (not that much) I think I would replace the bolt to see if it's really broken.

I wouldn't even put the nut on at first.

If the motor pitches with the bolt in, then your assumption is correct.

If not, tighten the nut and bolt and go for a ride!