J Mack's latest activity

I'm up for anything, lets talk about what we would like to see and do it.. We have some really talented guys down here and I believe we can add some facts to rule of thumb and help others so yeah count me in for whatever..

Thing about Mig is starts cold and finishes Hot no matter the method. I think true evaluation without getting crazy, would be to cut in da middle to get a reasonable look at penetration on the coupon🤔🧐😉. Are we also doing Butt 🐖👈 and 👅 welds? Or...

Children and grandchildren were in town this weekend so I didn't get any shop time until this afternoon. Reassembled the clutch and brake assembly. It wasn't in terrible shape but looks brand new after powder coating. Happy I took the time to...

I think we can flip them over and look at the back side and post a few pictures too. We should be able to see good penetration unless you have a better idea like cut and acid etch ..

Sunday morning live look. Gasket on and head bolts torqued. Head date matches date of truck....so thats good.

yeah, body work is easily the most expensive part of any build,,,, unless your going for a Sanford and son resto with Clampet trim.

So let’s get this out of the way first, as it turns out I’m no good at internet talking and there are rules I’m not aware of so if my questions have offended you I’m sorry that was never my intent. I’m a guy that only ever worked with guys and...

I've used the BTR's TK001 rocker trunnion kit and thought for the money it was well worth peace of mind with the larger cam and springs. https://briantooleyracing.com/catalog/product/view/id/72724/s/btr-ls-rocker-arm-trunnion-kit-tk001/category/2/

Got a couple of exhaust studs out. New ones went in and the the Trailblazer down pipes and cats bolted up. The motor is about hammered in. Front clip is all back on. I don't know i should just print a radio delete plate. I have a 2 knob cassette...

Look at the first 2 pictures in this post to show you where the 80 exhaust runs over the rear crossmember. It looks like you have room to snake it through on either side, but it will be tight and lots of bends or pie cuts. 80 exhaust

Trying out @J Mack recommendation. Hope I don't die in a fiery car explosion :oops:

Those old Rochester 2G carbs are good carbs and getting scarce. I put one on my Flathead Ford as an upgrade to the original Holley 94. Don't junk it, even if you don't use it. They are popular with the hot rod guys, Even non GM vehicles.

You are definately a Craftsman my man 🤔🧐😉. ❤️😘 Love ya Buddy. Wish I could keep on keeping on 😉. Gotta force meself 🐖👈😳😲🤔🧐😘

I was looking at it thinking that man is a genius...

I like the selection of jets right on the carb. Going up in elevation, let me pull over and rejet.

https://www.carburetor-parts.com/rochester-2g-2gc-2gv-technical

Yep, unfortunately it was run into and has front end damage that is beyond reasonable repair (crushed frame horn). Would be an awesome donor for something though.

You do some High Quality work Buddy 😘. Stuff I used to have be able to do, but lose my 💩. 8 hours to replace fuel pump on 66 today 😮😲👋🤔🧐😏. Yesterday and today. Done though so feel good 😏😘

Took a break from wiring on the Diamond T and worked on this for a day.. I'll try to upload some pictures of the T in the other thread @bobm

Got the bolts along the top of the fenders removed... and a start on the fender to apron/inner fender bolts... everything is moving, but more lube and let them set is the way. But, did get the headlights and surrounds pulled and the grill...

Good morning, and happy Saturday, everyone. Going to get some shop time today. Woo hoo! Hoping that you all have a mighty fine day.

Because sometimes you need a tight radius and sometimes you want a large one. Then remember when I was building the fuel injection for my wifes pickup I needed to machine some parts for a bender to be able to make all those tight back to back...

On the 80 it goes up and over the crossmember and under the body where the springs are on the passenger side. What's your clearance to run it over that crossmember and out the passenger side?

Got driven Denver to Loveland for Overland Expo. That’s the kid’s 80.