Gary Lewis Posted February 28, 2021 Share Posted February 28, 2021 Yeah, the head of the screw has been completely covered. I suppose I can try to chip away a bit and see if I can expose the head of the screw. I'm not keeping this paint, so who cares, right? That'd be better than the Sawsall approach, I agree. My main goal is to not damage the fender apron Yes, if you can find the head and get it out that would be better than using a saw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckuske Posted March 1, 2021 Author Share Posted March 1, 2021 Yes, if you can find the head and get it out that would be better than using a saw. Got it out, it was Bondo. Dug around the screw and was able to get the apron out. Tomorrow, the next one... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted March 1, 2021 Share Posted March 1, 2021 Got it out, it was Bondo. Dug around the screw and was able to get the apron out. Tomorrow, the next one... Well done, Chris! The less you destroy getting it apart the less there is to fix it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckuske Posted March 1, 2021 Author Share Posted March 1, 2021 Well done, Chris! The less you destroy getting it apart the less there is to fix it. Thanks Gary, I'm glad I took a second look at your suggestion. I started with just wanting to swap out my radiator. Now I have the whole front of the truck apart (but having fun!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Lewis Posted March 1, 2021 Share Posted March 1, 2021 Thanks Gary, I'm glad I took a second look at your suggestion. I started with just wanting to swap out my radiator. Now I have the whole front of the truck apart (but having fun!) Well, someone on here keeps saying "These trucks are like onions. We keep peeling and crying. But eventually we have a Bloomin' Onion."Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArdWrknTrk Posted March 1, 2021 Share Posted March 1, 2021 Thanks Gary, I'm glad I took a second look at your suggestion. I started with just wanting to swap out my radiator. Now I have the whole front of the truck apart (but having fun!) Chris, do you mind me asking which tire step you have and what you like/dislike about it? I've been looking to get one (or two!) and don't have a lot of people to ask for feedback. I too am glad you're making progress! Even if you're in deeper than you expected. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuzzFace2 Posted March 1, 2021 Share Posted March 1, 2021 Chris, do you mind me asking which tire step you have and what you like/dislike about it? I've been looking to get one (or two!) and don't have a lot of people to ask for feedback. I too am glad you're making progress! Even if you're in deeper than you expected. I think I got my step from HF and has worked fine for me. The only other place I would have gotten it from would be Northern Tool but I don't think so. Dave ---- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckuske Posted March 2, 2021 Author Share Posted March 2, 2021 Chris, do you mind me asking which tire step you have and what you like/dislike about it? I've been looking to get one (or two!) and don't have a lot of people to ask for feedback. I too am glad you're making progress! Even if you're in deeper than you expected. Hi Jim, I've only used it a couple times since I've been busy ripping everything apart lately, so I can't say much about it yet. But the few times I did use it, it was nice and sturdy. I'm 5'10", so having those extra few inches really helps reach back by the carb/EGR, etc... This is the one my wife got my for Christmas (gosh, she's a keeper... she came up with it on her own) https://www.amazon.com/Alltrade-647596-Truck-Service-13-Inch/dp/B0002Q8TWI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ArdWrknTrk Posted March 2, 2021 Share Posted March 2, 2021 Hi Jim, I've only used it a couple times since I've been busy ripping everything apart lately, so I can't say much about it yet. But the few times I did use it, it was nice and sturdy. I'm 5'10", so having those extra few inches really helps reach back by the carb/EGR, etc... This is the one my wife got my for Christmas (gosh, she's a keeper... she came up with it on her own) https://www.amazon.com/Alltrade-647596-Truck-Service-13-Inch/dp/B0002Q8TWI Thanks for the link! Yes, that's a thoughtful and considerate gift. You really are fortunate to have a spouse that not only supports your truck hobby but encourages it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ckuske Posted March 6, 2021 Author Share Posted March 6, 2021 Hi Jim, I've only used it a couple times since I've been busy ripping everything apart lately, so I can't say much about it yet. But the few times I did use it, it was nice and sturdy. I'm 5'10", so having those extra few inches really helps reach back by the carb/EGR, etc... This is the one my wife got my for Christmas (gosh, she's a keeper... she came up with it on her own) https://www.amazon.com/Alltrade-647596-Truck-Service-13-Inch/dp/B0002Q8TWI I had good luck on eBay (thank goodness for their saved search function!) I found the exhaust shroud, and managed to get the seller down to $125. Not too bad I think, I've seen them for $300 and even $400. A couple things - is there anything I can put on this so it doesn't rust this time around? Now granted the old one lasted 30+ years, but I'm wondering about some sort of sealant etc. I don't know with the heat involved if anything will stick around that all that long, but I thought I'd ask. Or just paint it with high-temp paint? I'd like to keep the steel look around, and not have to paint it... I looked on the bottom of the old one (it slid right out, that was nice)... it appears there are two bolts to hold it to the exhaust manifold. What can/should I put on the screws to ensure some day I can remove them if needed? What high-temp anti-seize? In my research it seems they are 5/16" x 3/4" -18... can anyone confirm? Thanks! If I see another one on eBay, I'll be sure to post it on the Marketplace ASAP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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