Recent content by ororke1

I'll check for the part number and actual cost. The core was not real expensive - less than 30 bucks as I recall. I told the parts clerk I needed a heater core for a 1986 K-30 with no A/C, to take his time and check around that I did not want the thin alum. one. When I returned in a couple days...

Removed my thin aluminum heater core and replaced with a much thicker heavier duty copper heater core from NAPA. Took about 2 hrs. Checked all duct work for obstructions etc. It now produces enough heat to stay warm on a 20 degree day in Il.

You're Halftrack is really cool!! Nice job!

I replaced mine with the Bilstein shocks.

I like that antenna! Could you give a quick tutorial on making one?

It's the same size bolts and nuts on top and bottom. I've only done my fronts so far but looking at the back I plan to do the same although it does look a little tighter.

Left would be better but thats where it worked out the best with my camo pattern.

Bought some stencils and painted my HAM radio call sign on the back of my tailgate.

If it starts good, gets good fuel mileage and good performance you might not want to change the timing.

The Technician class is not to difficult, I studied an on line course for 1 hr per day for 2-3 wks and passed with a 98%. Not necessary to know the Morse code for the Tech. class.

I use Amerex extinguishers, have them serviced every couple years from a local fire ext sales and service co. 5 pounders in my trucks, 10 and 20 pounders in my shop and at home. I have had an electrical fire in my truck while driving, under the dash near my feet, pulled over and used the...

Congrats on passing that Extra test.

I just replaced my front shocks, soaked nuts with PB blaster for about 30 min., Used a 3/4" socket, breaker bar, ratchet and 3/4 " box end wrench. All nuts came right off. Removed the shocks. Checked fit of new shocks. New shocks need to be compressed to fit. compressed new shocks by...

I like the way you cleaned up the battery areas!

I can't find anything cheap anymore! The new ball joints and Bilsteins were worth it though, front end handles like new or maybe better. Thanks for the compliment, my place is more work than that 1009, taking care of calves, horses and all that goes with it.