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« Last post by Da67goatman on April 12, 2026, 06:15:06 pm »
That factory external slave style is what I would like to use. I wasn't sure if the 87 r10 you referenced has a hydraulic throwout bearing or an external slave. Thanks a bunch for helping me get this sorted. Is there a specific brand that seems to be better quality or brands that are trash quality? I was leaning toward a LUK or exedy clutch kit, but I have no experience with either. Same with a flywheel, any brands to stay away from?
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« Last post by VileZambonie on April 12, 2026, 04:55:27 pm »
I will tell you this, use silicone spray instead of glass cleaner. Don't do this if you are going to be doing paint and body work of course.
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« Last post by VileZambonie on April 12, 2026, 04:44:50 pm »
So I just swapped the clutch in my 75 Jimmy from the ole 3 finger to a Bellville spring type and boy is it easier and smoother. Are you familiar with the hydraulic clutch master and slave used on these trucks? They are external, not internal.
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« Last post by VileZambonie on April 12, 2026, 04:37:37 pm »
The worst part is the fact that they used nuts and bolts instead of weld nuts. So you have to get an offset 9/16" wrench or make your own, to get in there and hold the nut. The mechanical fuel pump and lines running under the passenger side bracket don't help either. Have beer on hand.
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« Last post by Rapid Roy on April 12, 2026, 01:08:36 pm »
I bought my 74 in 2015. I replaced locking strip in 2018. This was the first time for me. I did not know how old any of the glass rubber was. It was very hard for first time. Never saw any signs of leaks. Replaced windshield first and back glass was easier for me.
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« Last post by zieg85 on April 12, 2026, 09:06:15 am »
That restore was a good write up. 18 years ago, wow...
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« Last post by zieg85 on April 12, 2026, 09:04:28 am »
raising the bed would be easier IMO. With the bed bolts tacked to the bed would be a plus.
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« Last post by 78 Chevyrado on April 11, 2026, 11:56:56 pm »
Been Moving it around with this... 
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« Last post by 78 Chevyrado on April 11, 2026, 11:49:49 pm »
Well they've dried up and cracked and are sucking air now. Trucks been sitting for a few months cuz I haven't gotten to it yet.
Which do you guys think is easier, Raise the bed enough to access them (bed bolts were removed 18 years ago and tack welded to the bed floor) or drop the tanks (which have never been removed from new)?
I think it's gonna be raise the bed. What's the best way to do that? Do I have to remove the step bumper? I last replaced those hoses 18 years ago when the bed was off for painting but we didn't have ethanol gas back then. I have new good hoses for that now, just askin which you think is easier, I think it'll be raising the bed.
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« Last post by 78 Chevyrado on April 11, 2026, 11:45:00 pm »
I know the tool to install them can be a little rough on the seals being old and likely hardened. Have any of you done this successfully on an 18 year old window gasket?
Can't believe it's been 18 years since I restored the truck and I was here on this site doing it!
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