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Does anyone know what the stock backspacing is on a 3/4 or 1 ton 4x4 pick up truck? 8 bolt steel rims with the large chevy emblem hub caps.

I also asked this question on the general "suspension" board too. Its time to replace my old 235/75/15 tires, looking at 275/60/15 on steel 6 bolt 8" wide chevy rims (typical 73-87 4x4 rims). I see a lot of guys using this size on the rear but only one or two guys using them on the...

Its time to replace my old 235/75/15 tires, looking at 275/60/15 on steel 6 bolt 8" wide chevy rims (typical 73-87 4x4 rims). I see a lot of guys using this size on the rear but only one or two guys using them on the front... which happened to be a 68-72 models. Has anyone tried 275/60/15...

As mentioned in my "on the move" post, I recently moved back to my home town and started sharing space with my Dad in his shop. Back in the early 70's my dad built this shop for his "Leyland's Marine and Sports" business where he built and repaired boats. Pictured below is his old work...

Just an update on my 65. (not that anyone gives a chit but thought I'd share anyways) After completing renovations on our house we decided to list it with real estate only for it to sell in 7 days:eek: We bought another house back home in Palmerston so now we're in the middle of packing and...

Looking to buy new tires for my 65 but not 100% positive on what size/models to get. Truck is flat black and being lowered 2.5" in front and 4" in rear. I'm just re-painting my stock 15" chevy "6 bolt 4x4 rims" to be red instead of factory grey and looking for chrome centre caps and lug...

Hey guys, thought I would share another one of my FUN projects with you (as the forum is a little slow at the moment). its not 100% chevy...... but its close. Bought a 1995 3500HD for the frame (1/4" thick steel), shortened it to 113" wb, removed a bunch of the "extra" supports and misc old...

I have been lurking around on here for a couple years now however the one thing I haven't seen on this forum is Build Threads on your trucks. I realize most are likely in the same boat as me, Limited funds and time = long slow restoration but I would love to read some build threads on your...

Thought you guys might be interested in something a little different for a change... http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=783539

anyone ever used one of these on a 65? I've heard they will work (drilling a few holes to mount on the fire wall) but an adjustible "push rod" is needed.. any insight on this? got one for $7 in excellent shape at the swap meet this weekend & was hoping to use it.

Was cleaning up my shop on the weekend and taking care of my daughter... so we had some fun. She'll be 2 this summer but she's gettin started on the right foot!;)

anyone got any information or advice on this transfer case? are they any good or get rid of it? thanks

Hey guys, I thought you might be interested... I had some spare time at work on monday and decided to start a website (yes two days ago). I'm no computer geek, just used "google" I typed in free website... It was really easy. I spent some time last night & started some links to my camaro...

I will be pulling my body shortly to clean up/paint my frame & install disk brakes (front), relocate the tank to below the bed and install lowering springs/spindles however I can't decide what to do... 1. sand blast the frame or wire wheel? 2. powder coat or primer & paint myself? I...

Hi all, I'm looking for some opinions on HVLP paint guns. I want to purchase a new gun (or kit) and learn to paint however I don't want to put money out on a cheap "learner" gun. I would rather purchase a good gun from the start. Any suggestions on a good gun or kit?? currently...

I'm looking for a good forum for camaro's (specifically first & second gen) that will give me good information, I have been very successful with this forum for building my 65 C10 (still needs tonns of work but well underway) however I want to continue working on my Z28 but need help. Does...

My dash has a light that reads differentail lock out and I have found wiring diagrams that show a differential switch for what appears to be either HIGH or LOW range, However I can't find the switch. Is this actually what it says it is and can someone explain the system a little better to me...

My recent motor change has lead me to issues with setting the timing to properly dial the carb. For starters I'm using a stock gm points distributor rebuilt with 0.017 points gap "dwell"... I changed my carberuator from a 600rochester quadrajet (where the engine would only run properly at wide...

My driveline transplant started about 6 months ago when I decided to replace my tired 292/3 in the tree with a more potent mix consisting of a freshly rebuilt 1977 350 4 bolt bottom end with flat top hypertectics, camel hump fuelie 2.02 heads ported and polished an old school edelbrock aluminum...

This past weekend I took the 292 out and removed the old cross members. Last night I relocated the motor mounts appropriately and installed the new small block with 700R4. Everything went very smooth (thanks to your help and a lot of research on the swap). My new radiator should be here...